Before:

Nat has arrived at Notre-Dame Hospital and is using an exercise ball which is supposed to be more comfortable than a chair for a woman in labor.

Just born:

And here she is! Mariève Jacqueline Ayres

Baby meets daddy:

Even though Grant didn't actually give birth, he sure looks like he could get some rest. Well done daddy!

Grand-maman Chauvin:

Once again my mom assisted in the birth of one of her grandchildren. I remember her calm and reassuring presence during my labor. Well done grand-maman!

Baby meets her sisters:

Gabrielle and Stephanie had waited with my dad while Nat delivered. A few hours after she was born, the new addition got to meet her very excited siblings.

Toute la famille:

Presenting the Ayres-Chauvin clan. What a handsome family!

More Mariève:

Dozing sweetly and awake and inquisitive.

Baby weighs in:

A healthy 8lbs and 4 oz. No wonder she looks so healthy. Far right: Nat shares a laugh with her eldests.

Proud grand-papa Gilles:

Proud grandfather congratulates Nathalie on yet another granddaughter (5 so far!)

Nat on the phone sharing the good news and grand-maman Micheline giving baby her first burping.

That's what I call a smooth delivery. In the hospital at 3 a.m., delivery at 7:40 and out before dinner time!