Fay's Birth Story

The day before Fay's birth, I was busy with trying to get things done while Joshua was home. We had no idea that Fay was going to be born the next day. My parents were going to switch cars with us, so I was busy with cleaning out our car and getting it ready. I also went to Walmart to get some things "just in case" I went into labor that week. If I would have known that I was going to go into labor, I would have taken a nap as all our children have come at night. Anyways, about 8:30 or 9:00 pm I started to have some light contractions, but I was not totally sure if they were contractions. They slow progressed and got harder, but not closer together. About 11:00 pm I was still able to talk through them even though they were harder and not more than 6 mins apart. Well this reminded me of Peter's labor and that I was farther along and even waited too long before giving birth to him. So I called our midwife and told her that I thought she should get over here if nothing more than to check me. I had a contraction while on the phone and told her so, but that I was able to still speak. We woke up my parents and they helped us get their room ready for the birth. I am so grateful for them letting us use their room as it has a connected bathroom and it make it so much easier. My parents also helped out with the birthing tub (getting it ready) and taking care of the kids all night. When the midwife came over and checked me, I was 6 to 7 cm dilated. My labor was short with Fay being only 6 hours, but the contractions were very hard. She was born on June 19- Father's Day at 3:47 am. She is so cute and very petite in size. We feel very blessed that God decided to add her to our family.

Stella's Birth Story

Joshua and I were so excited to find out that we were expecting again. Peter was getting big so fast and we missed not having a baby around (although we knew that it would be alot of work having 3 kids). We were also very excited about having this one by our first child born in Colorado Springs and with a midwife (midwife's are half the price here as in California). As soon as we learned that we were expecting our third, we began making plans. I was sick for the first 3 1/2 months of the pregnancy to where I could not eat anything, so I had a feeling that this one might be a girl. It was hard taking care of the boys at this time, but I had lots of help. As time went on, Joshua and I decided to find out what the gender of the baby was going to be. I wanted to know if the baby was going to be a girl so that I could prepare for a girl (since I was already for a boy). We had an ultrasound done and the baby looked like a girl, but we never got a good look. A few weeks after we had another one done, but the same thing. So we started to tell people that we thought we were having a girl. We were so excited!!! Imagine a girl after two boys (of course I would have been happy if the baby would have been a boy). Time went on and I continued to get bigger and bigger. I started to measure really big during my last month (1 or 2 cms bigger). My midwife did not think that I was going to last until my due date (June 5). I honestly did not think so either- Paul came 3 days early and Peter 3 weeks. May came and all the birthdays with it, soon it was Joshua's birthday. As much as I would have liked the baby to be born on Joshua's birthday, I wanted the baby to have a birthday of their own. As May approached I was starting to feel very heavy and ready for the baby to come. Towards the end of May, I started to feel some contractions that were light and not very intense. This happened every once in awhile for some time. When I was being checked by the midwife, I was already dilated 3 cms. I wanted this baby to be born in June and God seemed to agree with me on this one. One day when we had just visited the midwife, I had learned that I was starting to lose water from the sack surrounding the baby. Now I know that does not mean labor right away, but soon I would be having this baby. Joshua wanted to take me out to eat and then we came home to let my mom go back to work (she was watching the boys while we were at the midwife's). At 3:00 pm, I started to have some consistent contractions, but nothing too serious. They gradually increased in pain and consistency as time went by. I was keeping the midwife up to date on how I was doing and trying to get some sleep that night, just in case if I had the baby. Joshua and my mom were making preparations just in case as well. We were going to have the baby in my parents room because I was going to have a water birth and the tub could fit in their bathroom and therefore keep the mess down. About 12:30 am the midwife started her way over to our house for the birth. I labored on the bed for awhile while they (Joshua and the midwife) got the tub ready. It started to get intense where I needed Joshua around 1:00 am. There was such a relief when I got in the tub, but it did not last long as it was almost time to have our baby. The water did not help for the last stages (but I don't think anything would help). Soon it was time to push and she came out at 2:52 am. I could not believe that I finally had my little girl. Joshua and I were so tired that we dosed alot when the midwife was checking Stella out. About 6:00 that morning, Joshua, Stella, and I slept after a long night. We were very blessed with a safe delivery and a healthy baby girl.

Peter Allen

God blessed Joshua and Amy again with another child. They were not only very surprised, but also excited because the two boys were going to be growing up together (being only 14 months apart). The first few months were filled with morning sickness again and doctor's appointments. Joshua and Amy wanted to go with a midwife this time, since their hospital experience was not the greatest, but God had other plans. They did not have the money, so it was decided to going through the insurance. The Lord blessed them with a doctor that was willing to work with us. On April 14, 2008, Amy went to the doctor's for a normal check-up. Amy's doctor said that she was having practice contractions. After Joshua and Amy left, Amy did not think about the pain and went about as normal. Even when the pain became more intense she did not think she was in labor. About 7:30 pm, the pain became worse. Amy's mom offered to keep Paul for them, so that they could sleep. Joshua ended up calling Amy's mom and the doctor about 3:00 am. The doctor said that Amy had nothing to worry about and it was not time to go to the hospital. When it was finally time to go to the hospital and Joshua helped Amy prepare to go, as they headed towards the bathroom Amy had one more contraction and gave one more push and had Peter on the bathroom floor of their apartment. God was good. Peter and Amy were both okay. Joshua and Amy feel very blessed that God gave them two sons to take care of and raise.

Paul Eugene

They were very surprised and happy to hear that they were expecting their first son. Amy was careful on what she ate and made sure she went to the doctors. The first few months were hard with morning sickness, but after that was over they both were able to enjoy this new experience. Each new stage was exciting. The day soon came for Paul to be born and Amy's water broke at 12:00 am.Joshua and Amy waited to go to the hospital until 6:00 am. Since Amy's water broke, she was in bed the whole labor. After many hours of labor and three hours of pushing, Paul came into the world. We were overjoyed with a boy, especially since we did not know what we were having. Paul Eugene Blevins was born on Jan. 27, 2007. He is named after Amy's grandfather who is now passed away. Paul was born on the anniversary of Amy's grandfather's death as well as Joshua's mom's birthday. He has been a joy to have around and we are thankful for our son.

Joshua and Amy

Joshua and Amy met in October of 2004 at Heritage Bible Church. They slowly formed a friendship through different church events. On Dec. 4, 2004, Joshua asked Amy's dad if he could court Amy. In doing so Joshua became part of the family, becoming the son Amy's parents never had. Joshua came over every weekend to see Amy and their relationship grew. Joshua could often be seen over at Amy's house whether it was visiting her or helping her dad with some family project. On May 28, 2005, Joshua asked Amy to marry him, in which she said yes. They became very busy with wedding plans. The Lord brought them through alot before they were married. Joshua, with the help of Amy's parents, was starting a violin shop and had to wait until the shop was making enough to support Amy. The Lord was very faithful and the day soon approached. On April 22, 2006, Joshua and Amy became man and wife, rejoicing with each other and those they loved. After their honeymoon they moved into a one bedroom apartment in Riverside, California. Joshua and I just celebrated our second year anniversary. We were both very exhausted from my just giving birth to Peter and trying to adjust to having two kids. My family put together a dinner for us and helped us celebrate our anniversary. It meant alot to us to be able to celebrate even though we were tired.