Chapter 7: A Baby

EPOV

Leaving Bella's side was the hardest thing I had ever done. I knew my dad was with her, and he loved her like a daughter, but I wanted to be there. "There's no need to worry, Mr. Cullen." The young nurse with black hair said to me with a warm smile. She had a way of soothing your nerves.

"How long does it take?" I asked wanting more information.

"It should take no more than thirty minutes from start to finish. Usually a lot faster." She assured me handing me green scrubs and a cap. "Put these on over you clothes, and I'll come get you in a few minutes. They won't start without you."

"Thank you." I said softly as she nodded leaving me to change.

I had the scrubs on fast as I paced the tiny room. The room had only one chair and no windows and I felt like I was pacing inside a cell. The only decoration was a small frame with random colors. I knew I should be able to make something out of it, but I couldn't concentrate. My mind was on Bella and my child. I was going to be a father.

Time seemed to slow down as my nerves increased. My palms were sweaty and I was having trouble breathing normally. I needed to get it all out of my system before I went to Bella. She needed to stay calm, and I had to be her anchor.

Finally after what seemed like eternity, but according to my watch was less than five minutes the nurse returned. "They're ready to begin." She said with another smile walking me out of the room.

"The camera!" My mom said running to me and handing me it. I could see that everyone was present and anxious to meet the newest addition to our family.

I followed the nurse through a couple of doors and into the delivery room. I ignored all the trays of instruments and the lights focusing on Bella. Bella's arms were held down like in the TV shows and her hair was covered in a shower cap looking thing.

"Edward." She said as I sat by her side. I gave her a kiss caressing her cheek.

"I'm here, love." I assured her as she smiled weakly.

"We're going to begin, Bella, Edward." The doctor said.

"I'm right here." My dad assured us. He stood a bit away from the table, because he couldn't actually be involved, but just observe.

"You might feel a slight pressure or pulling, Bella. Let me know right away if you feel any pain." The doctor spoke as he was handed the first instrument.

"Alright, Doctor." Bella said weakly biting her lip.

"You're almost there, my love." I said lovingly kissing her nose. "I love you."

"I love you, too." She answered.

Throughout the delivery my dad kept us in the loop of what was happening. That was normally Dr. Stanley's job, but he had my dad do take over in that respect. He made us both feel more comfortable.

"Would you like the honor, grandpa?" Dr. Stanley asked my father as I looked over at him looking shock.

"Is it alright, Bella, Edward?" He asked.

"We'd be honored," I answered once Bella had nodded. I knew she was nervous, and couldn't find words.

My dad moved forward taking over. I took Bella's hand, because I knew the time was near. It seemed to drag on forever as my dad explained what he was doing, Dr. Stanley at his side. But I felt my whole world burst in light as I heard the first cries of my baby fill the room.

I looked at Bella who had tears in her eyes as my own tears fell. "It's a boy!" I heard my dad say as he held it over the blue curtain for us to see. I had never seen a more beautiful baby in my life.

"Anthony Matthew Cullen." Bella whispered as the baby was handed to the pediatrician, who had been waiting on the side. "Go with him." Bella urged as I kissed her lips.

"Are you sure?" I asked.

"Go, son. I'll stay." My dad said as he took my seat by Bella's head. His gloves had already been removed.

I followed the pediatrician to the side of the room where my baby was being wiped and cleaned. My son was adorable I tentatively looked almost afraid to touch him. Was it all a dream?

He had a full head of brownish, reddish hair with a cute little button nose. I quickly counted all ten toes and fingers. Not knowing what to feel. The whole experience was overwhelming to say the least.

"He's perfectly healthy, Mr. Cullen." Dr. Roberts, our pediatrician, assured me. "Just under six pounds, five pounds 15 ounces to be exact and nineteen and a half inches long."

"You can carry him if you'd like, and take him to the new mommy." He added handing me Anthony in a baby blue blanket.

"Hi, Anthony." I said softly holding him close to me. "I'm your daddy. Let's go see your mommy. She's very anxious to see you."

I walked slowly towards Bella and my dad as I looked at Bella watching me. Her eyes were glistened with tears as I approached her. My dad got up kissing Bella's forehead, and patting my back as he held the chair for me to sit down.

"Bella, there's someone who wants to meet you." I said holding the baby for her to see.

"He's gorgeous." She whispered.

"Like his mommy." I added nearing him towards her so that she could give him a kiss.

BPOV

Carlisle had kept me focused while Edward went with my baby boy. I couldn't believe I was a mom. Everything that I had been through over the entire pregnancy was worth it, the feeling I had now was like nothing I had ever felt.

As Edward approached me I saw the little blue bundle in his arms. I felt my heart soar as Edward sat down. "Bella, there's someone who wants to meet you." He said softly holding Anthony for me to see.

Anthony was beautiful he had brownish, reddish hair, and was absolutely precious. I wanted nothing more than to hold him. "He's gorgeous." I whispered.

"Like his mommy." Edward added as he was brought close enough for me to kiss forehead.

"Take the baby outside." I said wanting everyone to stop worrying.

"Will you be fine?" He asked as I nodded.

"Carlisle will stay with me." I answered with a smile.

"We're just about to wheel her into the recovery room." Dr. Stanley added. "Go share the good news. Anthony is going to need a feeding soon, and mom needs her rest."

"Go on, Edward." Carlisle said giving his son a kiss.

EPOV

I didn't want to leave Bella, but I knew everyone was dying outside. I walked outside with a nurse close behind. The waiting room was practically empty except our family. Charlie was pacing up and down, my mom sat by Alice and Jasper. Emmett was uncharacteristically quiet in a corner with Rose, and much to my dismay Renee was present though Phil had finally made an appearance.

"Edward!" My mom cried the first to spot me as she ran towards me.

"It's a boy!" I said with a huge smile.

"I have a nephew." My sister whispered coming closer.

"I'd like you all to meet, Anthony Matthew Cullen." I announced as everyone smiled.

"Give me my grandchild!" Renee ordered as Emmett held her back.

"Renee, nobody else is holding Anthony until Bella does." I said calmly as the nurse watched close by. I was sure that my dad had warned the nurses about Renee and her temper.

"But I am the grandmother!" She complained.

"Renee." My mom added forcefully. "I am just as much Anthony's grandmother as you are. But Bella and Edward are the parents. You have no right to demand a thing, especially not with your behavior."

"Phil, are you going to let them treat me that way." Renee said at Phil.

"I think she has a point." Phil answered weakly.

"Renee, if you don't behave. We'll call security." Charlie warned.

"There's no need." She said with a frown moving back to her seat. "It appears I am not welcomed." Phil went to her side as everyone else looked at baby Anthony.

"How's Bella?" Charlie asked misty eyed as he looked at his grandson.

"She's doing well." I replied. "They are taking her to recovery."

I was thankful that Renee had not caused a scene, but I knew it would take a lot for Bella to have a relationship with her mom. I wanted her to have one, but it was a long road of rebuilding.

"Mr. Cullen, Anthony should be hungry." The nurse said softly. "You can all visit in a few hours once mom gets her sleep."

"We'll be there." My mom said giving me a kiss the tears flowing freely. "He beautiful." I nodded following the nurse to return our baby to Bella.

A/N: I want to thank you all for the suggestions. If you have any other funny stories or anything you want me to write please tell me. I find that the feelings I have written correlate with all of your actual feelings. I am always open for suggestions.

Next Chapter: Bella feeds Anthony for the first time (out Sunday)

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