Say Hello To Baby Lump – AKA Emmett James Vaughan
As I’m sure many of you have heard by now, Baby Lump is no longer a man of mystery. First of all, yes, he’s a (little) man (or “eo” man, as my dad would say). Although I definitely plan on posting a more detailed story about his birth once we all get a little more settled in, I figured I’d write up a quick little summary of the highlights of the past two days, mainly using pictures:
First, the cold, hard facts:
Full Name: Emmett James Vaughan
Birth date/time: Friday, January 16, 2009 – 11:47 a.m.
Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz.
Length: 22 inches (long and lanky)
Length of Labor: 12 hours (7 at home, 5 at the hospital)
Apgar Scores: 8 and (then) 9
Now, some highlights:
- I survived without succumbing to the mercy of meds/epidural! (Although I will admit there were a couple of times when I almost caved.)
- James was an amazing coach and the main reason I was able to pull off childbirth naturally.
- I popped out the muffin in the best room on the labor/delivery floor (jacuzzi tub, view of the Charles River, LARGE).
- Emmett pooped all over me right after we met, much to my delight (I’m guessing he was determined not to hit that 8 lb. mark).
- Emmett was born on the coldest day of the year (thus far), and experienced his first snowstorm during his third day of life.
- The nurses and doctors who took care of Emmett and me at MGH were fantastic.
- Emmett handled the circumcision like a total champion.
- Overall it was a very smooth and quick delivery/recovery!
And now, the pictures you all probably scrolled down to the bottom first to see:
Emmett's Apgar Test Moments after Birth
Mom, Dad & Baby Lump Emmett
Grandma Lucy
Grandpa Mac
Father and Son
Old Man Emmett / Emmett the Worm
Mom & Her Little Man
A Perfectly Wrapped Baby Burrito
Mom, Dad & Baby
Emmett on the Go
Nana
Aaaaaah ... Home Sweet Home
Grandio & Nana
Oliver Investigating the New Hooman
Oven Timer: Off
Maximum Days Until We Meet Baby Lump: -2
Oh my gosh! He is precious! Just hit cute overload here. Congratulations!
He is beautiful!
He’s adorable! Congratulations.
I would love to know the story behind the name. I’ve never met anyone named Emmett before… family name?
What a handsome little man he is! Little babybearpig! Mazel tov, Pam and James! Little Emmett is adorable… he’s going to be such a lady killer when he gets a little older ;o)
Cute!
When is the tour of HubSpot Global headquarters? I am looking forward to watching Emmett’s Twitter Grade grow up with him.
How adorable! He looks like a glow worm in that wrapped up one!
Well hello there, little lump! A lot of people have been waiting for you for a very long time!
Pam and James – Congratulations again and best of luck. Emmett is adorable and perfect and those pictures are absolutely precious.
It’s all beginning! Cherish these first special days and weeks.
He’s beautiful! I’ve really enjoyed reading your blog and hearing about your pregnancy over the past few months, so it’s great to get to virtually meet Emmett too! All of those photos are precious – I love the one of Oliver investigating.
Congratulations to you and James!!
First off, the grow worm photo is awesome!
second, the one of oliver made me fall over laughing. I can’t wait to see both your little men.
congrats again, he is perfect
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Pam, i must say… you looked radiant after giving birth, most women can’t pull that off. And hello little E-man. I’m the aunt that will be spoiling you for the next 18 years of your life. i’ll try not to intrude too much after that. and if u ever need to hide anything from mom, i’m the person to tell =] oh and now that mom is outnumbered with testosterone in the house, u need to keep the toilet seat down. never kiss and tell. and always tell ur mom how pretty she is (u’ll get away with more). i’ve got so much to teach u! we’ll start with the basics…for starters, let mom love you forever, and let me be your best friend. love you guys! can’t wait to visit =] xo
Congratulations Pam and James and Baby Emmette. What a beautiful family! I also loved the burrito picture. So cute. The very best to all of you.
Congratulations! He is absolutely adorable! I am so excited that you were able to pull off the natural childbirth. If you can do it, so can I!
two things: one you looked gorgeous, which apparently is unheard of after giving birth
and two: i forgot how cute your mom was
oh and three: baby lump is cute too
He is SO SO SO Adorable. Congratulations. Sorry I missed the visit but it’s good b/c I was sick. I can’t wait to meet him. I’m so happy for you guys! Enjoy the early days. What a cutie!
Congratulations again! I especially enjoy the image of your cat looking utterly freaked out while hovering over your sleeping son.