We've Been in a Baby Coma

Hudson Reed Brown

Born on December 27th at 1:25pm
7 lb. 5 oz. and 20 in. long

This was by far the best delivery I have ever had. It was sooo exciting not knowing the sex, even though we both thought it was going to be a boy. I had the exact same labor as I had with Jaden- all in my back, so when Doug said, "It's a boy!" I thought, "well of course". Before we knew Bradli was a girl, we had the name Hudson picked if she was a boy, so we have always had the name Hudson on our mind. I really wanted his middle name to be after my Grandpa Ernie Reed who passed away in 2008. His b-day was on the 24th, so to honor him, we decided to give Hudson Reed as his middle name. It fits him perfectly and I really think my Grandpa would be pleased. We hope Hudson has many of my Grandpa's wonderful qualities, like his love of life and family.

The ERNIE REED

Oh and BTW, Hudson looks exactly like Jaden but with less hair-CRAZY!! The kids were a little nervous seeing me in the hospital with my IV and all the other crazy gadgets, but warmed up rather quickly. I have quite the little helper on my hands. Bradli just loves Hudson and has been asking lots of questions. She wanted to know if he came with clothes and when my neighbor asked her, she said, "He came with jammies on." She can't get over how little he is and his black hair, since she tells everyone she has blonde hair. I won't even discuss her many questions when it comes to nursing the little guy- HILARIOUS!!

Jaden has been quite the big brother. In the hospital he would say, "What's that little guys name again?". We would tell him Hudson and then he would say, "Oh yeah, Hudson Reed Brown." He freaks out when Hudson opens his eyes, since he's usually asleep and loves to see his little hands and feet.

Our first family pic as a family of 5

Doug's sister Monica and her family were in town for Christmas and were a wonderful help. Jaden and Bradli stayed with them at Grandma and Grandpa's house and had the best time. Uncle Joel was quite the trooper spending many hours building Legos with Jaden.

Marc and Karen saved us by taking the older kiddos for us while we were in the hospital. The kiddos had the best time. When we got home from the hospital, Doug got sick with the flu so Jaden and Bradli were off to Grandma and Grandpa's again. We were so thankful for their willingness to help us. Things were getting a little crazy with a sick Dad, a new baby, 2 very active kids, and a Mom feeling overwhelmed!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you Marc and Karen for coming to our rescue.

My girlfriend Desi came by to see the little man.

Going home with our new babe

All ready to go home!

My sister Lisa came to help for a few days which was beyond wonderful! She did come with some rules, like no crazy adventures, lots of sleeping for me, she would be cooking, and no leaving the house. Well, I listened to most of her rules, but did get her to go to Costco and a night out for dinner and a little shopping. Who says there's no bending of the rules??!!

B thinks it's hilarious when Hudson has the hiccups! Love her and love him!!

My Mom comes tomorrow and we are super excited. She may be coming with some rules of her own, but once again, rules are made to be broken:)