Dallin's Hospital Photos

Dad was a trooper and took more shots for me this time.

It all started out with smiles & anticipation . . .

That last half hour of death…I'd ask Mr Smith to try and move my legs and help my position. Have mercy it was terrible and awkward and thank goodness I went from 6-10 in 1 hour.

I couldn't stop crying...

8lb 14oz, I'm glad I didn't wait another week...

Shorty...

He looks so chubby here, but he lost 6 oz in the hospital. I was impressed that Mr Smith took this.

Dr Harrison was great and came in just in time for his crowning.

I love these shots of dad and his son! This kid has some crazy neck & arm strength.

Always hard to make the skin to skin shots look decent

First bath, something I avoid for awhile once home

Grandma & Grandpa Smith + Lisa came to visit with Lexi a few hours after the birth. They brought us some needed Jamba Juice and watched Lexi for three nights. You can tell she was high on life from all the changes. Uncle Troy showed up as they were leaving and Uncle Lance stopped by the next day.

One from my phone had his eyes open & another shows his frog legs and curved feet…

And this phone picture was too delicious not to post . . .

And then since I was recovering better, I was able to take some of him in our room when it was quiet and perfect with the natural light coming through the window.

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