Saturday, May 9, 2009

Baby Katelyn

After 13 hours in the hospital Katelyn decided to finally come and see us. The whole experience was an odd Déjà vu from Izzy's entrance into the world. Katelyn was technically premature being born after 36 weeks and 5 days (<37 weeks = premature) though you wouldn't know it from the fact that she was 8lb 6oz and 21" tall. That means that she was 1lb heavier and .5" taller than Izzy at birth.

Below are my five favorite pictures of the day.

1. Tiffany watching the monitors for progress after about 10 hours.




2. Tiffany and Baby Kate




3. Our newly expanded family




4. Sisterly Kiss




5. Our newest addition



Here's the video.



In reflecting on this day I am in awe of my incredible wife and the two beautiful girls she has brought into this world.

16 comments:

www.ackfam4.blogspot.com May 9, 2009 1:51 AM  

Way to go Michael for posting already- I have been checking ever since I heard the news! I knew you would come through and post today- Congrats on your new little baby Kate. So glad everything went so well-

www.ackfam4.blogspot.com May 9, 2009 1:57 AM  

Heavens I can't see the video- says I need to accept your friend request... hmmm

Eva/freshandvintage May 9, 2009 2:01 AM  

Congratulations Michael and Tiffany! Baby Kate is a beauty like her big sister. So happy that all went well.

Poppit May 9, 2009 6:24 AM  

Awwww....just seen you've updated the blog. You all look so happy. Love the pic of Izzy and her sideways glance at Katelyn. Well done Tiffany. Another beautiful girl. How do I get to see the video? xxxx

Amy May 9, 2009 8:46 AM  

that video was soooo awesome!! I wish I had that for all my kids.

Congrats! She is a beautiful baby. We are so happy for you.

www.ackfam4.blogspot.com May 9, 2009 9:44 AM  

Your the best Michael!!!
That was the sweetest thing I have ever seen. You captured it perfectly and it looks like Izzy knows her little sis already- Send cousin my love-

Jenny May 9, 2009 9:45 AM  

Thanks for posting all of the pictures! My girls could watch the video over and over again. Kate is Beautiful. Izzy is going to be a wonderful big sister! Looking forward to meeting Baby!

Poppit May 9, 2009 11:37 AM  

Yay! The video works, and is beautiful. It's truly amazing to be able to watch/share that....
Watching Izzy be a part of that experience was just as moving as watching you two when Izzy was born. I'm so proud of you all (if a little sister can be!!!).
xx

The Glutz Family May 9, 2009 12:04 PM  

The video nearly had me in tears! It was so sweet and tender. What a happy (exhausting!) time this is. Hope all goes well with recovery and adjustment to a family of 4. We love and miss you guys so much! Best!

pitterbecky May 9, 2009 9:32 PM  

Congratulations!!! Baby Kate is a cutie. It looks like Izzy is going to be such a great big sister.

Katie May 9, 2009 11:36 PM  

Congratulations, Gattusos! I had no idea Katelyn was already here. I'm so glad everything went well. I can't wait to hear the story. She is gorgeous, and I'm so glad you are finally out of your misery, Tiffany! (p.s. I'm totally jealous you're not pregnant anymore!)

Chas Hathaway May 10, 2009 12:59 AM  

Wow! Congrats, you guys!

Just found your blog through Facebook. Nothing in the world like a brand new baby fresh from heaven. We've got two, too, and it's double the fun.

- Chas
http://chas.willowrise.com

rin,  May 10, 2009 7:20 PM  

Okay, make me cry. That video was beautiful.

Whitney Blake May 11, 2009 8:23 AM  

Oh my goodness... I loved the video. I was tearing up. I am so excited for you guys! What a beautiful family.

Justin, Jessica, &amp; Kyleigh May 13, 2009 5:32 PM  

Congrats on another beautiful baby girl!! Can't wait to meet her in Jul.

Emily August 7, 2009 4:41 PM  

Congratulations :) Izzy and Katelyn are sooooooooooo cute! You guys are sooo lucky. I can't wait to see you. You have a great family!! :) :) :)!!