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emkana's little boy is here at last

343 replies

emkana · 20/06/2006 15:21

Hello everybody,

Sebastian Edward was born last night, 7.34 pm, weighing 10 lb 4 1/2 !!!

First impressions are that he is FINE, thank God. Both dh and I think that he looks as if he might have achondroplasia, which would be fantastic news. He's been feeding beautifully already, and he can cry very well, so I'm happy to say that his lungs are working well at the moment.

I'm not completely relaxed yet because our biggest fear, Jeune syndrome, can't be excluded yet - symptoms of this condition can sometimes start when the child is already weeks, months or even years old. But atm things are looking very, very good and we are relieved and happy.

Thank you all so much again for thinking of me and for giving me all your support through this difficult pregnancy - it's been invaluable, it really has.

Love you all! XXXX

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DebbsyandBibby · 20/06/2006 20:10

im a stranger too just wanted to say congratulations ive been following your story.

Socci · 20/06/2006 20:12

SmileSmile That's great news! Love to you all xx

threebob · 20/06/2006 20:15

Tremendous news and great name.

CristinaTheAstonishing · 20/06/2006 20:23

Many congratulations for Sebastian's safe arrival.

tribpot · 20/06/2006 20:24

Congratulations to all, emkana, and welcome to Sebastian. Well done those lungs!

maomao · 20/06/2006 20:30

Congratulations emkana! Don't come on MN much anymore, but have been checking to look for your announcement.

Welcome Sebastian Edward! :o

Beauregard · 20/06/2006 20:45

Congratulations !
What a fab weight.
Have been looking out for your announcement,so pleased for youSmile

Posey · 20/06/2006 20:48

Many congratulations on the safe arrival Smile
Gorgeous name!

financiallyembarrassed · 20/06/2006 20:52

Such fantastic news, Emkana, and what a lovely name! I am so glad your DS is now here for you to hold at last. You have shown such courage and strength and I have found your posts inspirational. Best wishes and love to you all! Enjoy your babymoon Smile

pucca · 20/06/2006 20:54

Brilliant news!! Very happy for you, Congratulations Grin xxxx

mears · 20/06/2006 20:56

Oh congratulations Emkana - I am so pleased for you. What a lovely name you have given him Smile

Larger babies do tend to breathe a bit more rapidly in the first few days IME. Just keep an eye on him. He seems to be feeding fine - fast breathing should be checked out if it interferes with his ability to feed.

Congratulations again x

Snafu · 20/06/2006 20:56

Oh, fab news Grin Congratulations!

madrose · 20/06/2006 20:57

Grin Grin Grin absolutely fanastic news Grin Grin

congratulations Grin

madrose · 20/06/2006 20:57

Grin Grin Grin absolutely fanastic news Grin Grin

congratulations Grin

all4girlz · 20/06/2006 20:58

more congratulations
what a whopper
so happy to hear the good news Smile
virtual hugs and stuff!!

Saggarmakersbottomknocker · 20/06/2006 21:05

Back to check on you again - it's gotten a bit of a habit. Smile

Glad you're home - those worries won't go away immediately Em, you're bound to be anxious. Enjoy him.

tissy · 20/06/2006 21:12

well done emkana! Grin

spinamum · 20/06/2006 21:26

Hi. i've been following your posts.

Congats Congrats Congrats

He's huge!

I do think you've got the whole of M/N posting here.

Skyler · 20/06/2006 21:32

Fantastic news. Congratulations and WELL DONE YOU. Wishing you and your family all the very best.

bl0ndie · 20/06/2006 21:33

Congratulations emkana, have been thinking about you. Hope the birth went well, and what a bouncy baby boy! He sounds gorgeous, you must be thrilled.

Take care
xxx

lunavix · 20/06/2006 21:37

Congratulations :) Like others, I have followed your story but just never known what to say. Am so delighted for you! xxx

lunavix · 20/06/2006 21:37

Congratulations :) Like others, I have followed your story but just never known what to say. Am so delighted for you! xxx

mrsnoah · 20/06/2006 21:40

How wonderful.
enjoy your little miracle.
Wishing you much happiness. x

TheMammy · 20/06/2006 21:40

Wow!! That's wicked news!!!

I am so pleased for you and your wee family. Sebastian is a perfect name. Big love to you all xxxxxx

mistressmiggins · 20/06/2006 21:45

congratulations Emkana
love to you & all your family