Lucy Picture Gallery Posted

We survived our first night of parenthood! Thanks to all who have emailed, called, and left comments here on the blog. I posted some pictures for you at www.uni.edu/galloway/lucy

Magda and Lucy are doing very well. Lucy is nursing well and, of course, sleeping a lot. Magda is recovering fine too--soaking in lots of baths. We are planning to leave the hospital Saturday afternoon. Today, we're planning for a busy day of eat, sleep, eat, sleep, eat, sleep...

I tried to post an update early Thurs morning, but for some reason my message didn't make it here to the blog. While we were scheduled for Magda to be induced at 9AM Thurs morning, Lucy decided not to wait that long. We came to the hospital at 3AM and Lucy was born at 9:38. So, while Magda's labor was still relatively short, it was more than 38 minutes! :-)

Announcing Baby Lucy - Urbi et Orbi

Announcing baby Lucy, born 9:38am, June 14. She is 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) and 19.5 in (49.5cm), She's healthy & beautiful!

Wanna Have a Baby Tommorow?

Magda was 5 cm dilated today and everything looks good, though the monitor isn't showing any contractions. Nevertheless, the doctor is going to induce labor tomorrow, June 14! Here we go, everybody! Look for more news tomorrow. We will check-in to the hospital at 9AM (CST).

Wiki what?

The Four Eyed Technologist recently blogged about a great video explaining Wikis in plain English. Wondering what all the buzz about Wikis is about? Check out the video for a great overview of their benefits for collaboration. I couldn't have explained it better myself!

Keeping in touch

Everyone is eager for Lucy's arrival! Like many of you, Magda's parents are following the blog looking for new pictures and information, but it's especially difficult for them being so far away in Poland. Using free software, though, Magda is able to video conference with her parents everyday. The real-time audio and video allows them to talk face-to-face and keep in touch so much better than traditional letters or even email. While conferencing, we can exchange funny pictures and other files. Using our wireless network and a laptop, we can even give them a tour of our house and Lucy's nursery! Technology has really helped us keep in touch with friends and family all over the world.