On the 24th of November to our utter shock and absolute delight we welcomed the final member of Team Rutherford - Daphne! She was born at 6.28 am measuring 52 cms and weighing 4.44 kgs (9lb7)
While we didn't know for sure but we were pretty convinced she was going to be a boy so you can imagine our surprise when she appeared!
It was a bit of an ordeal - an emergency cesarean after a 10 hour labour. It took its toll on me a bit but she was perfect and not at all effected by events!
The view from the labour ward at Auckland Hospital was pretty cool...
First cuddles with Dadda.
Meeting her brothers for the first time...
And Aunty Hannah...
Mum of four!
We were in the hospital for 6 days so I spent a lot of time staring at her.
She wasn't so keen on the car seat...
But we are all happy to be home.
Her first bath wasn't so fun.
We've had some special visitors.
Here is Orla.
And Grandma is here for a few weeks to help out while I am on the mend. She is amazing.
Don has been incredible while I have been recovering.
There have been picnics with some geese...
Christmas tree selecting...
And a family evening with lots of our friends. Including dress ups and sack races!
And a trip to the zoo!
We are looking forward to a quiet family christmas with our completed family - hopefully a christmas video to come!
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and wonderful New Year.
xox
