Rabe: You're so close, Padme.
Midwife: One more push and you'll be able to feel her head.
The contraction came and Padme didn't argue, she just went along with it. She was operating entirely on instinct, her actions as natural as breathing. Her and Anakin's baby girl was almost here.
Midwife: Alright. Now reach down, Padme.
A rush of anxiousness hit Padme right in the chest. She reached down and touched the soft but moist hair of her little girl, gently guiding her husband's hand to do the same. He chuckled, just like her.
Anakin: There she is, babe.
Padme: (Gasps lightly). Wow. That's amazing, Ani. Our little girl is going to be here soon.
Midwife: Now Padme, I know you want to just push and get her out, but that's the worst thing for you to do right now. I need you to go through those instincts and pant for just a bit until your baby is ready to leave your body.
Padme scooted forward, squatting against her heels in the tub as Rabe and the midwife guided her through the delivery of the baby's shoulders. Acting completely on instinct, Padme placed her hands in the water. With one final push, Padme felt her baby slide out of her and she reached forward to catch her. She gasped loudly as Anakin sat there beside her in amazement. Patients stood still as Padme lifted her little girl from the water. Her perfect little head was covered in a thick strands of blonde hair, and beautiful eyes. Ten perfect little fingers and toes. Anakin moved behind Padme, his chin resting on her shoulder as he took in the sight of his baby that rested in his wife's arms.
Anakin: My gawd. She's perfect, angel. You did it. Or no. We did it.
Padme: She has your hair, Ani. She's here.
The midwife assisted Padme through the delivery of her placenta and then helped her out of the tub and into bed, after putting a comfortable white nightgown on. Padme unthinkingly followed instructions, staring at the tiny human being in her arms along with her little girl.
Padme: Hey, baby girl. We're mommy and daddy, and we love you so much. (Tickles the little girl, which makes her laugh). Oh yes we do, little girl. Aw. She's laughing. She likes me.
Anakin: (Chuckles). Sweetheart, of course she likes you. You're her mommy. You did so well on that last push.
Padme: Thanks, Ani. It wasn't so bad.
Anakin: Do you want your sister and nieces to come in?
Padme: Sure. I bet they want to see the baby, so let me see them.
Anakin: (Nods and heads out to where the family was waiting). I have an announcement to make......I'M A FATHER!
Everyone, including Obiwan, cheers and cries after hearing that Padme had safely given birth to the baby. Padme's mother smiles with tears, and walks up to Anakin.
Jobal: Thank you, Anakin. I have a new granddaughter thanks to you.
Anakin: You're welcome. Ryoo. Pooja. Would you like to see your baby cousin. I bet your aunt will be very happy to see you.
Ryoo: Is...is she alright?
Anakin: (Chuckles). Yeah. She's fine. Come on.
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