Got my act together and added a photo.
Pia Lola arrived on Friday 13th at 11.05pm.
She arrived after a 3.5 hour labour, weighed 3.8kgs and looks just like her brother.
One of the most intense, primal, amazing things I have ever done - all natural without any drugs or intervention. I can't tell you how proud I am of my body.
wow! congradulations! That was a short labor time too, I suppose, in theory, the second is always easier, but still, I'm really glad everything went okay, without too much medical intervention!
Posted by: kristin r | October 19, 2006 at 01:32 AM
Congratulations! You did awesome. Love her name and birth date(10/13/06). My son was born 7/13/05 and was very much hoping that he would come on the date.
Posted by: Ursa | October 19, 2006 at 01:43 AM
3.5 hours and all-natural! I hope my labor goes the same way! Many heartfelt congrats to you and your sweet family. Welcome, Pia!
Posted by: kyrie | October 19, 2006 at 01:48 AM
Wonderful! Congratulations!!!!
Posted by: Kirsten | October 19, 2006 at 01:49 AM
Hooray! Hooray!! I knew it would work out beautifully for you - and in record time! THAT is a great way to welcome beautiful little Pia Lola into the world!! Wecome sweet baby. Congratulations Mama. :)
Posted by: Laura | October 19, 2006 at 01:55 AM
Congratulations!
Posted by: Kirsten | October 19, 2006 at 02:06 AM
oh alison! yippee!!!!
[and of course on friday the 13th right? that's what she was waiting for!!! ;)]
xoxoxoxoxoxo to you and your amazing body and your family!!
Posted by: lisa s | October 19, 2006 at 02:07 AM
I'm proud of your body, too. Thanks for putting it that way. What a cool thing to say. A cool thought to have. Congrats, baby.
Posted by: john | October 19, 2006 at 02:15 AM
Congratulations! Glad to hear the news of Pia Lola! Welcome to the world little one!
Posted by: Nikki | October 19, 2006 at 02:19 AM
Well done you - au naturel birthing is something to be very proud of. She has a beautiful name.
Posted by: Julie | October 19, 2006 at 02:24 AM
congratulations on your little one!
Posted by: lera | October 19, 2006 at 02:46 AM
Congratulations to you, Alison, and welcome to this world little Pia!
Posted by: Amelie | October 19, 2006 at 02:47 AM
happy birthday!
Posted by: laura r. | October 19, 2006 at 02:49 AM
welcome pia! congratulations, mama.
Posted by: stephanie | October 19, 2006 at 02:49 AM
wonderful news! congratuations all around.
Posted by: stephanie s | October 19, 2006 at 02:49 AM
Congratulations!! 3.5 hrs is amazing, and 100% natural to boot! Rock on, mama.
Posted by: melanie | October 19, 2006 at 03:04 AM
Congratulations Alison! So happy to hear the baby arrived safely. Rest up and enjoy your little girl!
Posted by: sally | October 19, 2006 at 03:07 AM
Amazing! Congratulations. :)
Posted by: futuregirl | October 19, 2006 at 03:24 AM
Good for you! Congratulations!
Posted by: Desirée | October 19, 2006 at 03:26 AM
She shares a birthday with my sister. How exciting! A great big congratulations - see you've even made me de-lurk to say this :-)
Posted by: debs | October 19, 2006 at 03:38 AM
YAY! Congratulations. I know I don't know you, but your post brought tears to my eyes! That is exactly how I felt after my daughter's recent birth (after a very medical birth with lots of interventions three years ago.) :D! I am so happy for you!
Posted by: tiffanykapri | October 19, 2006 at 04:05 AM
Welcome Miss Pia- Your Mummy is a master and you should ALWAYS listen to her. Our world is a better world now that you are in it. Many blessings upon your head. xoxoxoxo- KT
Posted by: KT | October 19, 2006 at 04:24 AM
What a beautiful name! Congratulations, Momma!
Posted by: Robyn | October 19, 2006 at 04:25 AM
Congratulations!! It sounds like it was the experience you were hoping for; I'm so happy for you!
Posted by: meg | October 19, 2006 at 05:18 AM
Welcome to the world Pia! And congrats to Mom for a job well done!
Posted by: erin | October 19, 2006 at 05:38 AM