Friday, January 14, 2011

does today seem like a good day for a birthday?

Well Ryder thought so. He woke me @ 4:25 this morning telling me to get going. After 5 hours in the hospital, 3 pushes in 3 min, we welcomed the newest Chastain into the world.
Ryder Andrew was born at 12:17. Weighing in at 9 lbs and 6 onces and 22 inches long.
He is healthy and pink with long fingers and more cheeks then he knows what to do with.
Praise Jesus with us for our new son. What a blessing.

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30 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    If you only knew Baby Ryder was waiting for his personalized nursery to be completed you may have finished it a few weeks ago :)
    Praising Jesus for the opportunity for you to be a mommy again!
    Can't wait for pictures!

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  2. KyleeJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Congratulations! Guess he was waiting for his room to be done :) Can't wait to see pics!

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Congratulations!

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  4. KristenJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Yipee! Rejoicing with you today!

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  5. JenJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Congrats! So glad He is here!!

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  6. scbrideJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    A million Congratulations to you!!!

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  7. A New ChapterJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    YAY congrats! :) Hope all went well, I just prayed this am for no pain-hope it worked!!!

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  8. JillJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Congratulations! It is indeed a blessing!

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  9. JillJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:45 PM

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  10. LeaJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Congrats! Cari, you were right! You said Sunday he'd be born on Friday!

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  11. The BugJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Woo hoo! He did want his name on the nursery wall.

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  12. Julie : )January 14, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    yay! welcome mr. ryder!!!!

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  13. BethanyJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Congratulations! Doug and I are so happy for you and entire family. Can't wait to see those cheeks. :)

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  14. PattyJanuary 14, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Congratulations to you and your growing family! :) Glad the nursery was done in time and he will be comfy, cozy in his new (personalized) space!

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  15. Bryan and KandiceJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Congrats! We are celebrating with you! Praying for God's grace, peace and patience these next days and weeks to come. Much love!

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    May I just say he's a pretty cute chubby cheeked "little" guy!! He looks like a wonderful blend between Caden and Rigg.......what a sweetie!! gma b

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  17. PennyJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS! I agree with the other commenters~ he was waiting for you to finish his room before he moved out of his old one. :)

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  18. MaryellenJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Congratulations ~ looking forward to the photos of your new boy!

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  19. sabo familyJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Congratulations!! He's certainly a healthy weight ;). So glad to hear he is healthy and everyone is doing well.

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  20. Kimberly CanadaJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Woohoo,
    I was signing on, thinking, today is the day! Wow, great news that it went so smoothly!

    Only 9 6?...pfffft...easy!

    Teasing...so glad he is here safe and sound.
    Praise God!
    Kimberly Canada

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  21. ChristinaJanuary 14, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Welcome to the world, Mr. Ryder!

    Congrats to you and your family. Glad everyone is safe and sound.

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  22. Glimmerchick - UnpluggedJanuary 14, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Congratulations Cari! He was 9lbs 6oz? And you pushed 3 times? You are so cool. I can't even imagine. Way to go Mama. Rest easy. CAN'T WAIT for pics of baby and Big Bro together. Congrats to you too Captain. What an incredible blessing. lv, jen

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  23. StaceyJanuary 14, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    3 pushes in 3 minutes??!? That's awesome! I'm so glad you went on your own and didn't have to be induced Monday! And your doctor was on call today & could be with you?! Hello, answered prayers - and Hello, Ryder! Congratulations to you and Andy!

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    that's so awesome!! congrats on your newest bundle of joy!!

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  25. Mary BJanuary 15, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Congratulations Andy, Cari and Rigg!!! Welcome to the world Ryder :o)

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Praise God!! SO thrilled to hear all went so well and that mommy and baby are doing great!! can't wait to see how darn cute he is!! congratulations to your sweet family.
    :) linda

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Woohoo! Welcome Ryder! The Frenchies

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  28. thesixburghmomJanuary 15, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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  29. Teresa ClarkJanuary 15, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Congratulations, Cari! I'm so happy for you and your entire family!

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  30. kristiJanuary 16, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Just a beautiful gift from heaven!! Congratulations!! Love to all.

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