I’m still pinching myself that this is real life. Our sweet little baby is here my friends, and my heart could seriously just explode. For so long I’ve heard about this great love, that compares to nothing else you’ve ever experienced, when you have a baby. I’m finding all that to be an understatement. I have cried probably a hundred times, from pure happiness. And this great love, it’s incredibly overwhelming and was worth ever bit of the wait.
I am so proud to introduce you all to our baby girl, Bailey Ann Broviak. She was born Tuesday July 16th at 8:25am, weighing 7lbs 2oz and measuring 20.5 inches. We have never been more in love, and we are doing wonderful!
The Friday before, we went in for our 39 week appointment and ended up staying for about three hours due to a high blood pressure scare. I was sent off for blood work to make sure I didn’t have preeclampsia, and after everything was good and clear we were sent home. I was told to follow up with my OB on Monday, since she had been out of town on vacation for two weeks prior, just to check in with her about everything.
Monday I called, and they wanted to see me right away to recheck my blood pressure. I called my husband at work and told him, packed up the car with our hospital bags just in case, grabbed my husband from work and headed in. As I suspected, my blood pressure was still high, so my OB decided I needed to be induced right away.
We walked out of her office and just looked at each other in pure excitement and nervousness that we would be meeting our precious little baby within the next day. We called our families to let them know, went to the maternity center to get checked in, and before we knew it, were in our labor and delivery room getting prepared for the biggest day of our lives.
I labored for about sixteen and a half hours. It was challenging, but the most beautiful experience I have ever had. And the moment I heard my husband say that it was a baby girl, my whole world turned upside down. They set her on my chest and I just balled my eyes out looking at her, and was sure to really take in the magnitude of what was happening.
I was finally a mommy. We were finally parents. After five long years, this moment was worth every struggle and every single tear. She was absolutely perfect.
I keep asking people how they do it, being a parent that is. Because every day I wake up and get to be her mom, my heart could honestly explode.
I have never felt this kind of love, it is the most overwhelming feeling that makes me cry constantly. Sometimes I wonder how I am going to love her anymore than I do, because it’s just so so so much. I hope my heart can take it!
And to you all. Thank you, a million times over, for sticking with us through our journey to get here. All your prayers, all your words of encouragement, all your love. I cannot wait to tell this little girl how much she was prayed for.
Nancy says
Ashley, could you send me your personal address on Facebook messenger or thru my email. I have a little treat for you. Will go into more detail privately.
Christina Schonlau says
She’s beautiful! So happy for you!
Ashley Broviak says
Thanks a lot Christina!!!
Kristi Tarpley says
Congratulations!!!! ???????????????? She is beautiful. ❤️
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you so much Kristi!
Lilly says
Thank you for sharing your bundle of joy with us!! She is absolutely and beautifully PERFECT!!! I got so emotional reading your post. Being a mommy truly is the best feeling in the world. Somehow that love continues to grow, I don’t know how you could love someone anymore, but it just continues to grow!! Enjoy your gorgeous Bailey and God bless you all. So happy your dreams are now a reality!
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you Lilly! It truly has been the best experience of my life, and I cannot wait to share her with you all as she grows! Thanks for following along!
Karen says
Congratulations! to you both. on the birth of your sweet baby girl!
I was happy to see your announcement in my inbox and couldn’t wait to open your pictures.
Karen
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you for joining in on our excitement Karen! It means so much!
amy says
I am so so happy for you all. Congratulations on your beautiful daughter!
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you so so much Amy!
Mary Ann says
Beautiful, Adorable, and perfect
Bless you and your family
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you so much! Blessings to you too!
Donna says
She is beautiful! Congratulations, I am so happy for you
Ashley Broviak says
That means so much! Thank you! 🙂
bonnie says
What a beautiful baby! So so happy for you and your new family! Blessings
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you so very much! Blessings to you too!
Aimee says
What a beautiful baby! Congratulations Mama … & Daddy too!!! Yes, your whole life changes once you give birth to a child! You look at the world with a whole different outlook on life as you knew it before the baby came!
Congratulations again!
Ashley Broviak says
It’s so very true! The world is completely different with her here. In the best way possible!
Nancy says
I have been anxiously waiting to hear from you!,,,,,,,,,praying everything was okay. Congratulations, Ashley. I am so happy for you and your husband. Your little girl is so beautiful and healthy. I’m so thrilled everything went well for you. I know this is such a precious time for you. Enjoy every minute because they really do great up fast.
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you so much for the kind words, it means so much to us! She is the best gift and we are so in love! I’m being sure to soak it all up! 🙂
Lynn says
Blessings and joy to you and your family.
Perfect name for your precious daughter.
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you Lynn! She is pretty perfect! 🙂
Koleta Scott says
What a beautiful baby girl. Congratulations!!!
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you very much Koleta! We appreciate it!
Judy says
Congratulations. She is perfect. I’m so happy for you. Enjoy every minute.
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you so much Judy! We think she is pretty perfect too 🙂
Colleen Pausley says
Congratulations! I love that you said that about getting to be her mom every day. It’s a beautiful gift! Breathe in every single moment!
Ashley Broviak says
She’s the best gift ever and I am soaking it all in, ever second!
Starr says
Congratulations! She’s a beautiful gift from God. Enjoy her
Ashley Broviak says
We will! And thank you so so much! 🙂
Cindy says
You and your husband have been and will continue to experience THE most incredible journey of your lives. Becoming a parent, well,there are no words..and I had my daughter and son in 1977 and 78 and have 4 grandkids( but that is a whole other feeling) Know you will savor every moment with your beautiful, precious Bailey! Blessings to all three of you!????????
Ashley Broviak says
It’s been a journey! One I will never forget and be so grateful for! And I am definitely savoring every single moment 🙂
Pamela Smith says
Just so amazing! I was praying that everything would go well, and it did! Such a blessing! And she is so beautiful!
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you for all the prayers! She’s the best and sweetest little thing ever 🙂
Tessa says
She is beautiful Ashley! Congratulations and welcome to motherhood! It will be the most emotional yet rewarding journey of your life!
Ashley Broviak says
I’m ready for it! It’s been such a joy already! Thank you Tessa!
Karen says
Congratulations!! She is truly gorgeous and perfect in every way! I am so very happy for you both! Listening to a new mom is just the best!!
Ashley Broviak says
Thanks Karen! We are so so happy she’s finally here!
Linda says
Oh my gosh! That hair! Those eyes! That nose! Those lips, That chin! Oh my goodness, she IS perfect. Wow, what a little beauty. Am so happy for you and your hubby and family. My best to you all.
Ashley Broviak says
Haha! We agree! She is pretty perfect in our eyes, and I’m sure always will be! Thanks for the sweet comment Linda!
Miranda says
She is incredibly beautiful, very happy for you!
Ashley Broviak says
So sweet, thanks Miranda!
Barbara says
What a beauty! Absolutely the best time of your life! Congratulations!
Ashley Broviak says
It is the best for sure! Thanks Barbara!
Terri says
I was thrilled to see your post and read about your new baby girl. She is precious and I’m sure you are soaking up every second you can with her. Congratulations to you and daddy and many many good things are coming your way. Blessings to you????
Terri says
I just realized Baby Bailey was born on my granddaughter’s birthday!
Ashley Broviak says
Oh how sweet! Happy birthday to your sweet granddaughter! What a special day! 🙂
Cindy says
Ashley she’s beautiful and from your photo on your blog I see your eyes. Maybe I’m wrong not seeing her in p8.
I’m so happy for you and you’ll love her more and more everyday I’m sure.
Cindy
Ashley Broviak says
Everyday just gets better and better! Thank you Cindy!
Eve says
Bailey is precious! What a beauty! So happy for all of you!
Ashley Broviak says
Awe, thank you Eve! We love her to pieces!
Francis Moore says
Beautiful baby. Congratulations. Enjoy every moment.
Ashley Broviak says
We sure will! Thank you! 🙂
Julie Briones says
So thankful for you! Congrats and praising God with you! She’s lovely!
Ashley Broviak says
Thanks Julie!!! She is such a gift! 🙂
Sandy says
Congratulations to all of you! We have an awesome God who has blessed you with this bundle of joy! Enjoy every moment. She is beautiful…
Sandy
Ashley Broviak says
God is so so good! And we are soaking up every minute with her!
Cynthia says
Congratulations. I’m so happy for you!
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you Cynthia! We are so in love!
Katherine says
Welcome Bailey you are God’s sweet blessing to your mom, dad and the world!
Ashley Broviak says
All the tears! Yes she sure is! The best blessing of all! 🙂
Linda says
So happy for you! Know your journey has been a wondrous one with the arrival of your daughter. Many, many blessings.
Please do share the rest of the story.
Ashley Broviak says
It has been quite a journey, but so so well worth every bit of it!
LIZ BROWN says
Glad you & baby are fine. Congratulations. Babies do change lives.
Ashley Broviak says
They sure do! Life is so so much better 🙂 And thank you!
Heike says
Congratulations! I am happy to hear that you and sweet Bailey are well. I also could not see the rest of the post.
I understand how happy and thankful you are! I had my daughter after 9 years of marriage and my son 6 years later.
Enjoy every second, the years go by so fast.
Heike
Ashley Broviak says
I love hearing stories like yours! It makes me so happy. And thank you for your sweet words! We are doing great!
Eve says
I was just thinking of you and wondering if your little one arrived. So happy to see your post this morning. Congratulations!
Was not able to see the full post.
Ashley Broviak says
Thanks Eve! I was so excited to share the news! 🙂
Cindy says
Congratulations and happy to hear Bailey is healthy. I need the rest of the story, stopped after picking up hubby.
Heck doesn’t Matt you and baby Bailey are doing fine and that’s what matters. Squeeze that precious baby. Hope we see a picture.
Cindy
Ashley Broviak says
I will squeeze her so tight, don’t you worry! And thank you for the kind words! It means so much!
Zenda says
Congratulations to you all!
Ashley Broviak says
Zenda, thank you so so much!!!
Evelyn Fear says
Congratulations!!!!! I know that it has been a LONG wait for this time in your lives.. Looking forward to vicariously going along with you on this journey as your Little Girl changes, grows, matures, and thrives on your love. What did you name her? Hoping for pictures soon.
Ashley Broviak says
Thank you Evelyn! I cannot wait to share her with you all as she grows 🙂
Lilly says
Congratulations on your baby girl!!! I was hoping to see a picture but the post seems to be incomplete. I don’t see anything else past picking up your hubby from work. Can’t wait to read the rest of the story <3
Ashley Broviak says
Thanks so much Lilly! Yeah, mom brain got the best of me publishing this unfinished but hope you made it back for the full story!