It was a long labor, but the hospital staff at Sierra Vista were so comforting and kind to JoanMarie. They knew we wanted as natural a childbirth as possible, and they helped us stick to our birth plan. Our doula, Megan, was exceptionally encouraging and positive, making the experience much less stressful than it could have been.
I'm normally very squeamish, but I helped catch Isaiah when he came into the world. I gave him his first bath, changed his first diaper, and gave him kiss after kiss after kiss after kiss.
JoanMarie made Team Isaiah shirts for us to wear while heading home from the hospital.
Here's Isaiah with his daddy and my daddy (his grandpa).
I feel exceptionally blessed knowing that my son has JoanMarie for a mommy.
Isaiah Nathan Asher
December 11, 2010 6:41am
6lb. 5oz., 20in.
December 11, 2010 6:41am
6lb. 5oz., 20in.
Isaiah is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. You're going to be a great father. And he's going to be so loved. Hopefully he's a reader! ;)
He is truly one of the most beautiful babies I have ever seen. What a lucky little guy! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the world, Isaiah Nathan! What lovely, joyful pictures. Congratulations to you both.
ReplyDeleteYay! Congrats Jay!!! GORGEOUS!
ReplyDeleteLook at that strong, tender boy! <3
ReplyDeleteJay! He is so beautiful! Congratulations--he is exceptionally lucky to have you both as parents! I love these pictures, they made my morning. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteHow completely sweet! He looks like such a little peanut in his car seat. (Hard to believe my kids were that tiny at one time....)
ReplyDeleteI have to say he looks a lot like his momma ;).
Congrats to both of you!
This post made me teary-eyed. He's SO beautiful! Congratulations to all!
ReplyDeletecongratulations!!!!! he is adorable and you and joanmarie look like you are soo in love!
ReplyDeleteHe's perfect. Absolutely perfect. Congratulations ;-).
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! Welcome, Isaiah!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Jay and JoanMarie! Isaiah is a real cutie! You two are going to be super parents - he is blessed to have you both! =)
ReplyDeleteHUGE Congrats!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Savor every moment.
ReplyDeleteSteve Kinsey
Congrats--he's beautiful. And off to a great start with both his parents, PLUS the hospital--I was born at Sierra Vista, and life has been good. :)
ReplyDeleteLucky you, lucky Isaiah. Such a beautiful baby.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you all! He's so sweet! Let the fun times begin!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the World, Isaiah!
ReplyDelete12-11-10!
ReplyDeleteA fabulous day of birth!
Congratulations, Jay! He's beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Jay! He's beautiful. And I love all the shirts you bought. Now JoanMarie just needs the onesie, Mommy needs wine.
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing! Congratulations. What a perfect little boy! :D
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful family! Congratulations, Jay!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! Congratulations to all of you!
ReplyDeleteLaurie Stolarz
JAY
ReplyDeleteYAY!
HOORAY!
So glad everything went
OKAY!
Welcome to the wonderful world Isaiah, one of my most favorite names ever!
Best,
Brenda
Congratulations, Jay and JoanMarie on your beautiful baby boy! Let the adventures begin . . .
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to all of you! Welcome to the world, Isaiah!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful. Congrats to the both of you. He is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Thanks for sharing the adorable pictures.
ReplyDeleteHe is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations, Jay!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! He's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIsaiah's adorable! Congrats! :)
ReplyDeleteBeginning of a for blessed life together for all - Susie also says "Hi Isaiah - I will always remember your birthday - same day as mine - only a different"
ReplyDeleteSo cute! My birthday is on December 11th AND I was born at Sierra Vista!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! He's gorgeous :) Love the shirts, too :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your little bundle of joy.
ReplyDeleteA handsome boy you have! Congrats! I'm so happy for you :)
ReplyDeleteWay to go! Your best creation yet, and that's saying something!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Jay! I met you at the Michigan SCBWI conference. I'm so happy with you. What a cute holiday present.
ReplyDeleteYay!!! Beautiful baby. Congrats to both of you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You have just changed the world by adding beautiful Isaiah Nathan Asher to the roster of humanity. I wish you and Joan Marie and Isaiah a doubling of joy with each day.
ReplyDeleteIsaiah is a good-looking guy! Must be from JoanMarie's side of the family. Although, I do think it's amazing how much he looks like Grandpa (Dad)? I am so excited to be Isaiah's uncle!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous child, congratulations!
ReplyDeleteHe's so incredibly cute!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteAWWWWW!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to the new parents! So happy for you all - and here's a little unsolicited advice: NAP when he naps!
Hugs and Happy Holidays,
Lee
Congrats to both of you! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to all of you. Families who share a love for life are a gift to all of us.
ReplyDeleteAww too cute ^_^ Congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteOh, happiness...!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. :)
Congrats to you both! He's adorable!
ReplyDeleteWelcome Isaiah!!! Congratulations to you both.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy this special time - it goes by SO fast!
A very big Congrats from Willy Davis! I love you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteDecember-borns ROCK!
Congratulations, Jay! So happy for you and your new family! Isaiah is absolutely adorable.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Sorry for the delayed congrats! We leave the country for a month and look what we miss! Seriously though, he's beautiful and big high-fives and hugs from our family to yours!
ReplyDeleteBe well and enjoy all of the fun snuggles. Parenting is AWESOME! You're going to have a blast!
Best,
Jim and his girls