*sensitive* Birth Announcement (poss TW for birth story)

[Solly-44]

We were joined last week by our beautiful chunky monkey, baby Ivy. My scheduled c section got brought forward due to repeated monitoring for reduced movement and she was born at 38 weeks weighing 8lb 11oz.

She was born silent and blue, cord around her neck, and a team of drs worked on her for what felt like forever to resuscitate and get her going herself, at which point they realised I was haemorrhaging so I was moved back to the operating table and my partner and baby had to leave. We got to meet for the first time a few hours later and I have been in love ever since 🥰

She is the result of my first and only spontaneous pregnancy, aged 41, after an 8 year TTC journey (during which we also had our son via ivf). Last year I was broken after loosing 2 back to back IVF pregnancies and felt we were at the end of the road in trying for a sibling. I realise we are unbelievably lucky and am beyond thankful- for the outcome, and also for all the support and encouragement (and chats!) that I have received on here over the years. I wish you all the luck in the world in your own journeys xxx

[Twiglet2]

she’s beautiful 😍 congratulations to you all and what a journey into the world! What a special little miracle 💕 🌟 to add to your family. Enjoy and well done mama xx

[Noah1981]

Oh Solly Ive just cried reading this I’m so so happy for you all and that Baby Ivy is now safe and well in the loving home of Mammy daddy and I’m sure proud big brother .I wish you every happiness now go and be a complete family unit you done it girl xxxx

[KiboXX]

Congratulations lovely, she’s beautiful. Adore her name. Sounds like she made a dramatic entrance so I hope it’s nothing but cuddles and calm from now on ❤️ xx

[Redsequin]

Aww Solly!!! Congrats. She's absolutely gorgeous. Those squishy cheeks! How is your recovery going? Hope you have plenty of support. xxx

[butterfliez]

Wonderful news solly , congratulations 🩷 Ivy is beautiful 🩷 a lovely story of hope to keep us all going. She is a miracle ✨

I am relieved all turned out well after the trauma of the birth & that ivy is safe in your arms , I hope you are recovering well after everything too.

Take care sending love Xx

[Kmcdon]

Congratulations! She’s beautiful and glad you are ok. Sounds like a really stressful time but the best result. Xx

[CarlottaD27]

Congratulations! Thank you for sharing such happy news after what sounds like such a challenging journey to get through x

[Skittles11]

Congratulations, that sounds really quite traumatic and I am pleased to learn that she (and you) are safe. Take good care xx

[McQueeny]

that’s such amazing news, many many congrats 🥰🥳 I’m sorry the birth was tough - but sounds like you’re both ok now, I’m so thrilled for you all 🤩💪👏 x

[Tamaa]

Congratulations Solly-44. She is perfect!! I hope you are recovering well

[Habibi87]

such an amazing journey. So happy it all worked at the end 💕💕

[Star241]

Wow I remember everything you went through I hope you are all doing ok now and really wanted to say congratulations 💕

[Hopewhite]

huge congratulations!! glad you're both well after all that!! wishing you all the best to you and your little miracle baby xx Thank you for spreading the hope xxx

[Hidden]

Oh Solly look at her! She’s totally gorgeous! What a scary time but I am so pleased you are all ok. Congratulations!! Sending heaps of love xxx

[Walking1993]

She is beautiful, massive congratulations xx

[PenguinBlue]

aww huge congrats Solly! Your story sounds traumatic but so glad you and her are both doing well! Wishing you all the best xxxx

[OurMiracleBabies]

Wow .. beautiful. Congratulations. And thank you for all your best wishes.

[Purpledoggy]

What a little cutie 😍 Congrats Solly xx

[Millbanks]

Oh my god Solly!! Congratulations ♥️♥️

How utterly terrifying for you both but so glad she is ok now. Hope you’re healing well and enjoying life as a family of four.

Much love xxx

[Sweethear]

she is beautiful congratulations

[HollyT7]

so happy for you guys!! What a little chunk! 💕🫶🏼 all the best to you and your little family, so you around mama 😘 xxxx

[Nenad]

Many congratulations! Sorry the birth experience was quite traumatic but equally pleased it was a positive outcome she’s gorgeous! Your story gives me hope as I just turned 41 xx

[Elmo13]

Congratulations Solly! She’s beautiful and so is her name! Hope you’re all recovering well. Xx

[zytajones]

Massive congratulations. She is perfect and I'm glad you got your happy ending!

[Fruitandflowers]

Congratulations! What a wonderful outcome and story of hope. Although the birth sounds traumatic and you must have been so scared, so wishing you a speedy recovery. Enjoy all the happy moments to come with your little miracles x

[CharlieJ1988]

massive congratulations!!! So glad mum & baby are doing well now!!! Enjoy 😊 xx

[Cinderella5]

Wow Solly sounds like you and bub really went through the mill at delivery. She's a beautiful little chunky monkey indeed!🥰🥳💖 Congratulations.🎉 Hope you have recovered OK lovely and well done Mumma!xxx

[Eternalwarrior]

Congratulations lovely!! She is gorgeous!! I am glad you are both well after what must have been such a traumatic and horrible experience.

Much love and enjoy every moment with your gorgeous daughter ❤️ xxxx

[Iloveevie]

Aww gorgeous girl and name 😍. Many congratulations - wishing you all every happiness xx

[MyLittlePinkness]

A beauty 💕💕 Congratulations 🥳

[AuroraXen]

Aww Solly I'm thrilled for you! Sounds like a pretty traumatic birth, but I'm so pleased little Ivy arrived safely in the end! She's gorgeous 😍 I'm so glad you got the family you dreamed of xx

[Lots8788]

congrats lovely ! ❤️🥰

[FrancyItaly]

So happy for you! 💓 love to read a happy ending!