I delivered at Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful at 8:40 pm. The labor was long and difficult (40+ hrs) and I witnessed many tender mercies of our Lord, culminating in a miraculous delivery performed by a skilled doctor. I was supported every step of the way by my amazing mother, sister Tami (who drove down from Idaho), and sister-in-law Julie (who drove over from Colorado). I will forever be grateful for my little team! Johnny was 7 lbs 3 oz, 19 inches long with a whole head of dark hair. He is a happy baby and a complete joy to be around.
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Oh Emily! He's absolutely beautiful! I've been wondering how you've been and if he was here yet.
I hope everything is going well with the two of you. He's such a gift and blessing! Please take care!
I was watching BYU TV and I saw you on 'questions and ancestors'...I looked and said...That's Emily!
What a beautiful baby boy!!! I love all that hair!!!! Welcome to the world of mommies! Hey we will be in UT this wed 29th through the 7th or so. It would be fun to see you and Johnny! 801-631-3234. Hopefully we will see you guys later! Congratulations!!!!
Emily, he is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations! Kudos to you, mama, for hanging in there for over 40 hours! I'm glad it was such a great experience. We can't wait to meet little Johnny!!
Oh Emily, he is so cute! You are amazing to have been through such a long labor...but what a gift! We think of you often and pray you feel the love of all who have known you and John. Enjoy these first days of motherhood....they are so special. Love, Brooke
He is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO adorable Emily!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so glad to finally see pictures! He is beautiful!!! And I am glad to hear that everything went well, even if it was long. What a tender thought to think about that moment that John Jr. was placed in your arms. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to you!!! And, we hope to see you in Utah at Thanksgiving if you are up to it and there! We love you!!!
Emily, little Johnny is so beautiful. You are one tough woman to be in labor that long. He looks like he's worth it though! We are excited to meet him. I told Nixon today that his buddy was born :) HE was excited!
Emily he is such a handsome little guy! I can't wait to meet him! I hope you are recovering well and getting some sleep ;)
I've been anxiously waiting for some pictures! How cute! Isn't giving birth amazing (even though, and maybe because, it's so much work)?? I'm glad Johnny is here safe and healthy.
Great pictures. What a beautiful baby!
Emily, We are so happy for you. He is very beautiful. We think of you often. We will keep you in our prayers. Please keep in touch. Love the Rondeau's
Emily-
Your little boy is so handsome!!! It is so good to hear that everything went well for you. There is nothing more special when you see the little spirit you have been carrying for 9 months placed in your arms. I am so happy for you. Welcome to the mommyhood. Take Care-
I absolutely love that top picture. It's like he's posing for the camera. I'm so happy for you. What a wonderful little blessing. Don't worry, I'll come visit soon. But I'll try to wait till all of your family has had a turn. :) Congratulations!
He's amazing, Em! Congratulations. He's so lucky to have you as a mother. I hope I can see him in person one day!
I have been anxiously awaiting your update. I am so proud of you. He is beautiful. You are amazing and will be remembered among the greats! Alena
What a cutie-pie!!! Congratulations Emily! We're so excited for you to enjoy all the many special moments with little Johnny.
Emily, your story is amazing. What a strong person you are. Your son is absoultely adorable. I found you off BHS. I hope you don't mind me looking into a piece of your life.
You are such an incredible person.
You are an eternal family. what a comfort that is for you.
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He is beautiful! I love his hair! Welcome to motherhood and all those sleepless nights. They're well worth it. Our prayers are always with you two. Take care!
He is just amazing, what a blessing he is. Thanks for sharing these tender thoughts and feelings with us. He looks so much like John, but I can also see you in him too, what a perfect little mix for this little man to have! MY thoughts and prayers are will you guys.
You couldn't have gotten a more handsome baby. We are so thrilled for you. Enjoy him being so tiny (even in the middle of the night!). It goes so fast.
What a beautiful baby boy! What a beautiful blessing. Congratulations. Best wishes in the sleepless nights.
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yay! i'm so happy for you em! he is so beautiful--good work! i hope to be able to meet him someday soon! :) love ya
Emily! He is sooo beautiful! Congratulations, I am glad things are going well for you both.
Jenna Stewart
Congratulations Emily! What a blessing he is. He is a beautiful baby. Hold him as much as possible (you probably already are), they grow so fast. Take care.
Karin (Koller)
He is gorgeous! Congrats!
Oh my goodness! He is the most adorable little boy I have EVER seen!!! Congratulations!
he is very handsome! congratulations!
I loved your description of your experience. Your baby is beautiful and perfect. Next time we see you I'd love to hold him and not just look from 10 feet away. You're a trooper.
What a beautiful little boy! I hope you're doing well and enjoying this new journey. YOu're going to be THE most amazing mom!
Emily,
He is so cute. You did good work. I am so excited for this new chapter in your life!
What a sweet little baby boy! He's gorgeous! I'm so happy for you that he's finally here!
You and your new little one have touched my heart so deeply. Thank you for giving me something to believe in. And welcome to the world, John Jr.!
He is adorable! I love the picture with him smiling. He has so much hair. Congrats!
Congratulations, Emily! Oh, he is so beautiful and precious. Good job. Wow, a 40+ hour labor-you are one strong woman! I'm so happy he's here safe and sound. Get lots of rest and let everyone take care of you. Love ya!
He is absolutely beautiful!! I'm glad it all went well. Long labors mean nothing as soon as your precious baby is placed in your arms. I saw the pictures on your sister's(?) blog (I love your new facebook picture), but these ones are gorgeous! Congratulations!!
Johnny is so cute! He is absolutely perfect. That horribly long labor does not sound fun, but of course he's so worth it! Congratulations!
He is adorable. What a precious little boy. He is truly a gift from God. I am so glad that he is here. Hopefully we can meet him one day when we move back west. Hope you are adjusting to being a Mom...you will be so great. Congratulations!
He is so beautiful and perfect. He definitely got the "photogenic" gene from you and John. I swear, you three make everyone else look bad (=. I hope I can make it out to Utah sometime so I can meet little Johnny in person. and 40 hours, wow, you are amazing in every way! Love ya
My Sweet Emily,
Oh, how happy I am to receive the wonderful pictures of my great grandson, the first who will carry our line of the Alleys. He is so very special to me as are you for your strength and perserverance in getting him here. How my love swells for you both making it difficult to put my feelings into words. Grandma Jeanne Alley
Dearest Emily,
How tenderly precious and touching and such a joy to be able to see Baby Johnnie...such an incredibly beautiful baby boy. Wishing you rest...and greatest of happiness.
Love your cousin,
Holly
He's ADORABLE!!! It was soooooo good to see you =) You are a wonderful mommy =)
hope you are doing well, I lost your email. I would love to chat, either email me or call me. Alena
I'm so glad your little one is safely here. He is beautiful!
Congrats Emily! I am so happy for you!
Hooray for your victory! Emily, he is precious and these pictures make me CRY! Thanks for sharing with us.
You don't know me. I found your blog through another blog. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you that you are so courageous! I am so impressed with you! I want you to know that you are an inspiration! I think you are incredible and I wish you all the best! :)
Your baby is so beautiful!
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