astrid zayna eldeib has arrived!

On November 13 at 4:26 p.m., Astrid made her grand entrance into the world!  She was born at home, after only 2 or so hours of more pain than I could have ever imagined!  Before and after the pain...

I honestly didn't think I could do it for about 5 minutes, at the exact moment when I had no other choice!  But, everything worked like it was supposed to and now we have a beautiful baby girl.  She was 7 lbs. 6 oz. and has gained nearly a pound since she was born!  I am so proud of her, and I can't wait to show her off!  Here are pictures I keep promising...