Baby Makes Three

Disclaimer: I do not own criminal minds.

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AN: This chapter contains excessive fluff.

'Families are like fudge, mostly sweet with a few nuts'. Author unknown.

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"Push! Emily push!" The nurse coached.

Emily gritted her teeth, took a deep breath and pushed for all she was worth.

"Stop!" The doctor ordered.

Emily fell back against Spencers chest ; she began to weep with frustration.

"Nothing's happening, I can't do it any more." She wailed.

Reid sat behind her in the birthing bed, supporting her in a sitting position. He kissed the side of her head and tried to offer words of comfort. He wasn't used to seeing Emily cry or out of control and scared. The culmination of fatigue, pain and frustration had taken their toll. He felt helpless to help her. He stroked her hair as she gripped one of his arms.

"She's exhausted," The doctor said to the nurse. "Emily, you've been pushing for a long time, we might have to consider a c-section."

"Noo, I don't want that. Let me try again," she sniffed as Reid held on to her.

"Ok Emily, you can do this, now push!"

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Three days earlier.

Emily Prentiss stepped off the elevator to the BAU offices. She saw most of the team gathered around the coffee area. She had been right about where they would be at this time of day. Tech-analyst Garcia was the first to see her.

"Hey, it's the baby momma; I see you're still at large," She cracked.

Emily smiled at her, though she was beginning to tire of all the jokes about her size. JJ came over and hugged her.

"It wont be long now. What are you, about four or five days late?" She asked.

Emily nodded. 'The longest five days of my life'

"Reid's not here, he's in Georgetown giving a recruiting seminar." Said Garcia

"Yes I know," said Emily. "That's why I'm here, I needed to get out of the house and Spencer is driving me crazy."

Rossi and Hotch, having seen Emily arrive, stepped out of their offices to greet her.

"What's that? Our resident genius is driving you crazy? What a surprise," Said Rossi, grinning.

Hotch, the only father of the group, came to Reid's defense. "Excuse me people, but having a baby is a big deal. Becoming a father is a tremendous undertaking."

JJ tilted her head at him. "Um, and how many hours were you in labour Hotch?" She asked laughing.

He scowled at her; the team tried not to giggle.

"I just wanna hear how he's driving you crazy. I need some fresh ammunition for teasing him," Morgan said.

"Well," Emily recounted, "He's very concerned about me being late. He's read a hundred books on how to naturally induce labour; and when I say he's read a hundred books, I am not exaggerating to make a point. He literally read one hundred books." She said, her eyes wide.

"That must have kept him busy for a hour or two," shrugged Rossi.

"Emily, I admit that's a little excessive, but there's not really anything wrong with that," countered JJ.

"You think not? He wants to try everthing in those books! I've never had so much spicy food or so many long walks or..." She threw up her hands. "I just can't have sex eight times a day!"

Rossi and Morgan exchanged looks.

"Eight times a day?" said Morgan. "Now Emily, when you say eight times a day, this is one of those times you are exaggerating to make a point, right?"

Rossi arched an eyebrow, "If not, I think I have new respect for Reid."

Hotch wanted to change the subject. "May we get you something Emily, tea or a soft drink?"

"No no," She said, "I'm meeting my mother for lunch, I just wanted to pop in and say hi to you guys."

"We're always glad to see you," enthused Garcia.

"Actually," said Rossi. "I've been meaning to do this for a long time. Unless we're suddenly called away or Emily's giving birth, what do you all say to coming to dinner at my house this Saturday? Garcia, bring Kevin."

"I have Jack this weekend Dave," said Hotch.

"Good, he can be your designated driver,"

"Will and I would love to come," said JJ.

"Great, that settles it. Morgan bring a date if you wish."

Emily brightened considerably. She was so happy to be invited somewhere. She didn't think she could take another evening of Spencer reading to her stomach.

"Thanks Dave," she said gratefully.

"I'll see you all at six."

Emily got up to leave in a much better mood than when she had come in. She gave them all a bright smile as she got in the elevator. The team smiled and waved at her.

"Let's get back to work people," said Rossi good-naturedly. He gave Hotch a clap on the back as they turned to go back to their offices.

"Eight times a day!" said Hotch shaking his head.

"Must be making up for lost time," said Rossi with a wicked grin.

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Ambassador Prentiss studied her daughter across the table of the upscale Washington restaurant they were lunching at.

"Emily, whats wrong? You've barely touched your salad."

Emily sighed, "Just not hungry mother; not a lot of room in here." she said, patting her tummy.

"Oh well, you'll be your old self again soon enough; remember the personal trainer I promised you."

"Yes mom, thank you."

"How is Spencer?" asked her mother.

"He's wonderful," Emily wasn't about to complain about Spencer to her mother. "He's very enthusiastic about... well everything really."

"That's good, does he still wear his hair that long?"

"Yes mother, he does; I love his hair," Emily said with a trace of irritation in her voice.

"Oh yes, that's fine. I was just wondering, do the two of you have any plans?"

Emily knew exactly what her mother was leading up to. The baby was due and her mother was longing to discuss big lavish wedding plans. She looked at the hopeful face of her mother and knew she had to throw her a bone somehow.

"Well mom, we do have some news that might please you."

Her mother leaned forward. "Really?" Said the ambassador, her eyes bright with excitement. "What is it?"

"Spencer and I are practically living together; though he still has his apartment. We thought that after the baby was born, he and I would buy a house together."

"Oh," Her mother was pleased, but it wasn't the news she wanted to hear.

Emily realized this annoucement did not have quite the desired effect. She had to toss something else out there.

"And," she continued, "we could really use some decorating advice."

Her mothers eyes lit up once more. "Of course you do, that goes without saying. Oh Emily I have some wonderful ideas." Her mother began to rattle off the names of several designers.

Emily smiled; that had been relatively easy. She had just given her mother a project. Her mother was an ambassador without a post, who lately had taken to making her only daughter her mission.

Emily saw the dessert cart roll by. Her eyes settled on the chocolate truffle cake. "How about some dessert?" she said.

Her mother frowned at her, staring at Emily's girth. "Sweetheart, do you really think you need it?"

Emily had to bite her tongue to keep from saying something she would regret. She looked down at her belly and gave it a pat.

'C'mon baby genius, stop being so shy; it's time to come out, please'

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David Rossi actually liked to entertain. It had been a long time since he had this many people in his house. For the longest time it usually fell to one of his wives to arrange all the social events. Once he was divorced, the dinners parties kind of fell by the wayside. He was looking forward to having the team over. He was a very confident cook and he had always made sure his guests wanted for nothing. They arrived more or less at the same time. Hotch was there with his small son Jack; he had even picked up Will and JJ so they could enjoy a couple drinks at the party.

Rossi bent down to the four year old. "Hello Jack, whatcha drinkin tonight." Rossi asked with a serious face.

Jack just giggled and hid behind his Dad's legs.

"He brought his own," Aaron said as he held up several juice boxes. "but I'll have a coke if you got one."

"Sure thing."

JJ and Will stood there holding a restless baby. "I hope you don't mind us bringing Henry?"

Rossi smiled. "No, makes me feel like I'm at one of my family gatherings; wall to wall kids."

Garcia and Morgan joined the group. Garcia's hair was windblown and her face was red with excitment. "Morgan rode me over here on his Harley." She said breathlessly.

"Glad you liked it baby girl," Grinned Morgan.

Garcia winked at JJ. "Especially the holding on part." She saw little Henry and began to oohh and aw over him.

"Where's Kevin?" asked Rossi.

"He's at a Dungeons and Dragons seminar," Said Garcia.

"Seriously?" said Rossi.

"Seriously," answered Garcia.

Morgan came up and handed Garcia a drink. "Great, now I have my babygirl all to myself" He squeezed her around the waist and gave her a quick peck on the cheek.

She peered at him over her glasses. "Morgan, I'll give you an hour to stop that."

"Speaking of babies, where are Reid and Prentiss?" asked Hotch.

Garcia giggled, "If what Emily says is true, they're probably out having sex on Rossi's lawn."

Will overheard Garcia. "What, what's this smut talk?"

JJ laughed. "Emily complained that Reid keeps having sex with her to try to induce labour." She explained.

Will looked perplexed. "That works? You told me we weren't supposed to have sex the last month."

The team burst out laughing. Morgan wagged a finger at JJ, "You are busted JJ."

"Oh look, here comes Superman now." Deadpanned Rossi.

Hotch watched Reid and Emily come in the house. Reid was almost ridiculous in his solicitousness toward Emily. The way he hovered and watched her and seemed to try to anticipate her every need. What was even more interesting was the way she watched him. The way she listened when he spoke and was geniuely interested in what he had to say. Hotch felt a tug at his heart. He wondered if it was ever in the cards for him to love someone that way again. He hoped they could do what he wasn't able to do, be a family. At least Emily and Reid both understood about the job.

Rossi greeted his new guests. "So Reid, Emily tells us you've been pretty busy most nights."

"Did she?" He answered, his eyes wide and innocent.

"Yes, I told them how you were babyproofing the condo." Emily said quickly.

"Oh yes, who knew the condo was a veritable death trap, did you know ..." Reid excitly began to rattle off some horrifying safety statistics. Rossi just smiled at him.

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The rest of the evening was a success. Emily felt happy and relaxed. Hotch leaned back in his chair.

"Dinner was great Dave. The pasta and chicken were delicious. I'm really sorry about Jack getting the tomato sauce on the tablecloth."

"Don't worry, it goes with the grape juice on the rug."

"Oh, sorry about that too." Dave waved him off.

Emily stood up and gave a small groan.

"Are you alright?" asked Reid.

"I'm fine, I just overate, I think I'll take a little walk to the kitchen." Spencer watched her waddle away.

The team relaxed at the table with their wine, engaged in lively conversation and laughter. Jack Hotchner who had been playing with Rossi's dog in the kitchen wandered unnoticed over to Reid. He tugged on Reid's sweater.

"Spencer, Spencer!'

"Hi, what is it Jack?"

"Emily wants to talk to you."

"She does? Ok."

"Yeah, she peed on the floor," said Jack nonchalontly

Reid's face went white. "What?!"

"Her water broke!" said JJ.

Reid jumped up and ran to the kitchen. The rest of the team followed. Emily stood leaning against the counter with a huge puddle at her feet. Her eyes went wide as the entire team appeared at the kitchen door at once.

"Hi," she said with a weak smile.

"Emily, your water broke!" exclaimed Reid.

"Yeah I know, sorry about the floor Rossi."

He shrugged. "You should see what the dogs does to it."

Garcia and JJ went to Emily, "Are you having labour pains yet." asked JJ.

She shook her head, "No, just this, but we should probably call the hospital." She looked up to see Reid was alreally on his cell. He ended his call.

"Ok Emily, I called the doctor. The bags are already packed in the trunk of the car; all I need to do is drive you there." His voice was getting a little squeaky and breathless. He took her by the elbow.

"Reid, you sit with Emily, I'll drive the both of you," offered Morgan.

"I'll go with you," Said Garcia.

"I drove JJ to the hospital, maybe I should drive them?" Said Hotch.

"But you have Jack with you," said JJ.

"Rossi, can you watch Jack?" asked Hotch."

Rossi frowned, "Why don't you stay with Jack and I'll drive?"

"Why can't I drive?" said Morgan

"Because you're a scary driver," said Garcia. "Let Rossi drive, we'll just go along."

"All of us can't fit in Reid's Volvo."

"JJ and I will take them," offered Will.

"What about Henry, he needs his carseat?" Said Hotch. "Rossi can babysit Jack and Henry, I'll drive Will and JJ, Garcia and Morgan will drive the Volvo."

Rossi shook his head, "Be logical Hotch. You and JJ and Will take Henry in his babyseat. I'll drive the Volvo with Garcia, Morgan and Jack."

"Now, that's just stupid!" said Morgan. "Now there's no room for Reid and Emily!"

Garcia looked around the room. "Eh people, just where are Reid and Emily?"

They all dashed outside to see Reid carefully helping Emily into the passenger seat of their car. He got into the drivers side. He looked up, gave a small wave to the group, then sped off.

The team stood there silent for a moment.

JJ took charge. "Alright, Will, you watch the kids. Hotch, Rossi, Morgan, Garcia. Let's go."

The five remaining members piled obediently into Hotch's SUV and drove off to the hospital behind Reid.

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FIN

AN: Baby genius appears next chapter. Hope you like it. Please read and review. I like to hear from you.

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