Stories of Hope

I've been catching up on blogs lately.  They've been inspiring me, as always!  A few nights ago I stumbled across several blogs that I hadn't followed in months.  Many of these blogs were filled with pictures of babies that were conceived through IVF, or other fertility treatments.  The faces of these precious miracles made my heart smile.  They brought tears to my eyes.  WE ARE SO LUCKY!  The doctors that helped create our babies are more than amazing.  They are heaven sent.  I remember reading so many of these blogs a couple years ago.  They were filled with stories of hope.

Josh and I often go upstairs after we've put Stella to bed.  We just want to hold her in our arms.  So we will rock her or we'll bring her downstairs to snuggle with us for a few minutes. These moments are priceless. They often bring tears to my eyes.  We just can't get enough of Stella.  We spent too many nights with empty arms!

My Beautiful Life

Why did I fall off the blogging bandwagon AGAIN?  I was going to jump back on board but what happened? 

I'm Back

Okay, so I've been inspired to start blogging again.  I would start tonight but I've been catching up on too many blogs.  It's late.  I'm sleepy.  So I'll start tomorrow.  But until then, here's a picture from this morning.  Stella's about to let out a giggle in this picture.  Oh, how I love her SO much! 

For This Child I Prayed

Answered Prayers

This time last year I was starting the meds for IVF.  This time last year I could have never imagined how perfect my life would be today.  I am so lucky!  Stella answered all of my prayers.

Infertility Etiquette

I was just browsing through some blogs and stumbled across this article.  I agree with that blogger that posted it.  It's a must read for all people...so enjoy!

Infertility Etiquette

Amazing

Stella is amazing!  Motherhood is amazing!  God is amazing!

I wish I was updating my blog more often but I just can't seem to find the time.  Hopefully I'll start blogging again soon.

One Exciting Month

It's been one exciting month!  Josh and I were just talking our first month as parents.  It's everything we hoped for and so much more.  Our love for Stella is undescribable.  Our relationship and love for each other is stronger than ever.  We are so happy with our new life with Stella. 

I haven't been blogging for one reason: lack of time!  If I have a few minutes, I want to take a long, relaxing shower, call family or friends, get on facebook, check my email, catch up on blogs, clean the house, do laundry or take a nap.  I just haven't had the time to write posts.  I have been thinking about the blog community though.  I'll try to update more often! 

Here are some pictures that I have taken of Stella.  Enjoy!

Introducing Miss Stella

We are in love with our little Stella Grace. She's so sweet and beautiful! She arrived on the first day of spring, March 20th, after a quick and easy delivery. Stella weighed 7 pounds and 6 ounces. She measured 18 3/4 inches. We are enjoying every minute with our precious daughter!

We are still in the hospital finishing our required 48 hour stay.  We are so ready to be home with Stella!  I'll be updating my blog as much as possible, including an incredibly EASY labor and delivery, initial struggles with breastfeeding and sweet stories of our content and happy baby!

Oh, and I want to thank Q for updating my blog yesterday! 

SHE'S HERE!!!

Hi this is Q. I am Chelsea's friend and I am pleased to announce that Stella Grace made her appearance today at 2:04pm. She weighed 7lbs6oz. Chelsea says her labor went very smooth. Mom and baby are doing great!!!!! I will update you more later.