Today we are 5 weeks, 5 days pregnant!
Yes, you read right! But I'm not announcing it on the big scale yet, so mum's the word. I really wanted to try to start chronicling our second pregnancy, so for you readers who still peruse our little blog, you're being let in on the secret early!
Anywho, here's the story so far:
We found out early last week (Tuesday, February 7, 2012) and I couldn't wait to tell Shawn. The previous night, I had asked if we could stop by the grocery store to buy some bread for Sophia, and I bought a pregnancy test in secret. So the next morning, when I saw those two tiny pink lines begin to form and get darker, I couldn't believe it. So I rushed to Carter's to buy Sophia a "Big Sister" tshirt to have her wear when Shawn got home from work. Unfortunately, he came home a bit early and caught me off guard, and when he saw my six pack of O'Douls on the counter, I was BUSTED!
Our first appointment is scheduled for February 28th in the afternoon, which is when I plan on making a more widespread announcement. So far, I'm feeling okay, pretty tired, which is not as easy as last time since now I have a toddler to keep up with. Admittedly, I am a little moody, but I think that's acceptable. I'm starting to feel a little nauseous from time to time, but I'm hoping that I will not feel as sick as I did last time, because that was completely miserable. This pregnancy seems so different already, as I realize that I will be fully big and bad during the heat of the summer, as we are due mid-October. So the hot days will make for a grumpy mommy. Oh well. However, the fact that we are due the same year we conceived, it almost seems like it will seem like a shorter pregnancy. It's weird to know that by this Halloween, we will have another baby in the house! But at least I don't have to skip wine during the holiday season. Is it sad that that is one caveat for me? Don't judge... ;)
Anywho, until next entry, I hope you have a great day, and I'll try to do so as well as my hormones have made me pretty grumpy today. Ho hum. See y'all soon!
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Monday, July 19, 2010
Two Months Already!
Sophia is 9 weeks, 6 days old!
Greetings! I just have time for a quick update and a few pictures, so here goes:
* Sophia's reflux is still at war with us. We've switched her meds from Zantac to Prilosec, 2mL twice a day. Her gastroenterologist appointment is August 3rd, so hopefully we'll be closer to a solution. She's doing better on the Prilosec, hopefully we get it licked soon!
* She's sleeping okay during the night, normally from 11pm to 4-6am, then up again around 7-9am. This is great for us!
* Sophia had her 2 month shots last week, and it was pretty tough. She did better than I did! But all her labwork says that she's still perfectly healthy and well!
* As of last Thursday, Sophia is weighing in at 9 lbs, 14.5 oz (25th percentile), she is 23 inches long (75th percentile). Both Shawn and I were small children, so her weight doesn't concern us or her doctor, as she is gaining on the correct curve.
* Sophia currently enjoys her vibrating seat, a ladybug that lights up and plays music (courtesy of Kim & Brian), being bounced on a giant yoga ball (thanks Meagan!), and being worn in the Moby Wrap around the house while I talk to her. She still loves her naps on Mommy (thank goodness!) and sleeping in with Daddy on the weekends.
* Nursing is still going very well, for which I am thankful. It really seems to bond Sophia and I, and late at night, or after a long day, it really calms Sophia down and relaxes her. She doesn't really like bottles, but it's necessary for when Mommy wants to get out of the house.
All in all, she's the most beautiful baby I've ever seen, and to be honest, we get stopped and told so very often. I feel so blessed every day (corny, I know) and Shawn and I still stop every day to marvel over our creation. Time for pictures!
Greetings! I just have time for a quick update and a few pictures, so here goes:
* Sophia's reflux is still at war with us. We've switched her meds from Zantac to Prilosec, 2mL twice a day. Her gastroenterologist appointment is August 3rd, so hopefully we'll be closer to a solution. She's doing better on the Prilosec, hopefully we get it licked soon!
* She's sleeping okay during the night, normally from 11pm to 4-6am, then up again around 7-9am. This is great for us!
* Sophia had her 2 month shots last week, and it was pretty tough. She did better than I did! But all her labwork says that she's still perfectly healthy and well!
* As of last Thursday, Sophia is weighing in at 9 lbs, 14.5 oz (25th percentile), she is 23 inches long (75th percentile). Both Shawn and I were small children, so her weight doesn't concern us or her doctor, as she is gaining on the correct curve.
* Sophia currently enjoys her vibrating seat, a ladybug that lights up and plays music (courtesy of Kim & Brian), being bounced on a giant yoga ball (thanks Meagan!), and being worn in the Moby Wrap around the house while I talk to her. She still loves her naps on Mommy (thank goodness!) and sleeping in with Daddy on the weekends.
* Nursing is still going very well, for which I am thankful. It really seems to bond Sophia and I, and late at night, or after a long day, it really calms Sophia down and relaxes her. She doesn't really like bottles, but it's necessary for when Mommy wants to get out of the house.
All in all, she's the most beautiful baby I've ever seen, and to be honest, we get stopped and told so very often. I feel so blessed every day (corny, I know) and Shawn and I still stop every day to marvel over our creation. Time for pictures!
Daddy working from home with Sophia on his shoulder
Mommy and Sophia
Giving a little half smile... I can't seem to get a full one on film!
And doing what she does best... making a cute and crazy face!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Whoops!
Sophia is 8 weeks, 1 day old!
Holy cannoli, I haven't updated in forever! I guess I should get used to being so busy, I barely get a chance to get on my computer these days! I'll try my best to catch you up on everything, so here goes:
1. We've found out that Sophia has acid reflux all the way up to her mouth, with aspiration. A couple of weeks ago, we had a normal pediatrician appointment, which turned into an all-day affair complete with an upper GI and a trip to a hippy pharmacy to get compounded meds. The upper GI was absolute hell. I had to dress Sophia in a tiny hospital gown, forcefeed her a bottle of a barium solution, then they had to velcro her onto a little table. Oh my God I can't even begin to explain how hard that was for her and I. It absolutely broke my heart. She's now on a special form of Zantac (0.7 mL three times a day) so we're standing by to see how it works. If the Zantac isn't effective enough, we go to Prevacid next, I believe. Our pediatrician, Dr. William Caldwell, who is excellent, has a full line of treatment planned for Sophia, step by step. Next month, Sophia has an appointment with a pediatric GI specialist to tackle this further.
2. Sophia is social smiling now! It's the cutest thing I've ever seen. She mainly does it in the morning, during diaper changes, and when she's full and content. She's surprised our neighbor, Auntie Meagan, with a few smiles, too! Every time I try to capture a smile on camera, I fail miserably, but as soon as I do, I'll be sending it out.
3. As of our last appointment, Sophia is 9lbs, 10oz. So she's getting bigger! And more beautiful! She's sleeping in her bassinet (instead of in bed with us) and she's sleeping fairly consistently. At night, she'll fall asleep on us while watching TV downstairs, and after her last dose of Zantac, we'll retire up to bed, change her diaper, then give her her final nighttime feeding. She'll then sleep approximately 4-6 hours without waking, and then Shawn does the middle of the night diaper change, I will feed again, and she'll go down for another 2-3 hours, and so begins the cycle of the day. It's not too bad for now, but I can't wait until she sleeps even longer during the night!
I should probably cut this short for now, as she's stirring from her nap right now. I will post again soon and I'll try to put up some pictures. But for now, here's a couple...
Holy cannoli, I haven't updated in forever! I guess I should get used to being so busy, I barely get a chance to get on my computer these days! I'll try my best to catch you up on everything, so here goes:
1. We've found out that Sophia has acid reflux all the way up to her mouth, with aspiration. A couple of weeks ago, we had a normal pediatrician appointment, which turned into an all-day affair complete with an upper GI and a trip to a hippy pharmacy to get compounded meds. The upper GI was absolute hell. I had to dress Sophia in a tiny hospital gown, forcefeed her a bottle of a barium solution, then they had to velcro her onto a little table. Oh my God I can't even begin to explain how hard that was for her and I. It absolutely broke my heart. She's now on a special form of Zantac (0.7 mL three times a day) so we're standing by to see how it works. If the Zantac isn't effective enough, we go to Prevacid next, I believe. Our pediatrician, Dr. William Caldwell, who is excellent, has a full line of treatment planned for Sophia, step by step. Next month, Sophia has an appointment with a pediatric GI specialist to tackle this further.
2. Sophia is social smiling now! It's the cutest thing I've ever seen. She mainly does it in the morning, during diaper changes, and when she's full and content. She's surprised our neighbor, Auntie Meagan, with a few smiles, too! Every time I try to capture a smile on camera, I fail miserably, but as soon as I do, I'll be sending it out.
3. As of our last appointment, Sophia is 9lbs, 10oz. So she's getting bigger! And more beautiful! She's sleeping in her bassinet (instead of in bed with us) and she's sleeping fairly consistently. At night, she'll fall asleep on us while watching TV downstairs, and after her last dose of Zantac, we'll retire up to bed, change her diaper, then give her her final nighttime feeding. She'll then sleep approximately 4-6 hours without waking, and then Shawn does the middle of the night diaper change, I will feed again, and she'll go down for another 2-3 hours, and so begins the cycle of the day. It's not too bad for now, but I can't wait until she sleeps even longer during the night!
I should probably cut this short for now, as she's stirring from her nap right now. I will post again soon and I'll try to put up some pictures. But for now, here's a couple...
Here's her pretty face, close up!
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Sophia's very first nap in her crib. She napped for three hours! I couldn't stop watching the baby monitor, though, go figure!
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And here's an attempt at a nice picture, but as you can see, Sophia wasn't having it. She was pretty fussy that night because it was sooo hot outside and she was pretty tired!
Friday, April 23, 2010
My Progress Report
Today we are 36 weeks, 6 days pregnant!
Hello! Just got back from my 37 week appointment and I thought I'd share my progress with y'all. I am a centimeter dilated and her head is nice and low. When I told Dr. Hart that Shawn's guess was the 7th thru the 10th, her reply was "that sounds good!" I thought she'd say, "Oh no, you'll go past your due date..." but she didn't! Her guess is that Saturday the 8th around 3am. Yipes! So we'll see, start your guesses now! She (Dr. Hart) said anytime after next weekend is good with her...
Hello! Just got back from my 37 week appointment and I thought I'd share my progress with y'all. I am a centimeter dilated and her head is nice and low. When I told Dr. Hart that Shawn's guess was the 7th thru the 10th, her reply was "that sounds good!" I thought she'd say, "Oh no, you'll go past your due date..." but she didn't! Her guess is that Saturday the 8th around 3am. Yipes! So we'll see, start your guesses now! She (Dr. Hart) said anytime after next weekend is good with her...
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Less Than a Month To Go, Wow!
Today we are 36 weeks, 4 days pregnant!
Hi all! Thank goodness this week is almost over! I say this because Shawn has been in DC since Sunday and I cannot wait for him to come home. The dogs miss him terribly, too, and have become very clingy to mommy as of late. I am purchasing my glider tomorrow from Babies R Us and I got to try them all out today. I went with the complete opposite of what I thought I wanted, which is turning out to be somewhat typical for me! But I have to purchase it by tomorrow or my 20% coupon expires, and me and saving money go hand-in-hand. It retails for $200 but I will be getting it for $160, so that helps! It is really small, so it fits me to a T, and it suits my extremely freakishly short calves to where I can actually touch the floor when I sit in it. So yay! :)
As of our last OB appointment, last Friday, we've had a little tiny bit of progress, so I will post that in my check-in. This was the first of our weekly appointments and we have the following scheduled appointments:
Hi all! Thank goodness this week is almost over! I say this because Shawn has been in DC since Sunday and I cannot wait for him to come home. The dogs miss him terribly, too, and have become very clingy to mommy as of late. I am purchasing my glider tomorrow from Babies R Us and I got to try them all out today. I went with the complete opposite of what I thought I wanted, which is turning out to be somewhat typical for me! But I have to purchase it by tomorrow or my 20% coupon expires, and me and saving money go hand-in-hand. It retails for $200 but I will be getting it for $160, so that helps! It is really small, so it fits me to a T, and it suits my extremely freakishly short calves to where I can actually touch the floor when I sit in it. So yay! :)
As of our last OB appointment, last Friday, we've had a little tiny bit of progress, so I will post that in my check-in. This was the first of our weekly appointments and we have the following scheduled appointments:
Friday, 4/23 @ 11am
Friday, 4/30 @ 11am
Friday, 5/7 @ 11:20am
So here is my check-in, where you can read about how uncomfortable I am. This may be a grumpy one...
How far along? 36 weeks, 4 days. 24 days to go!
Total weight gain/loss: As of last night, 129.8. Yes, I said 129.8 instead of 130. I am not a fan of rounding up.
Stretch marks? Still none, thank God, but I'm still looking...
Sleep: It's been terrible, especially since Shawn has been gone. I don't sleep when he's not here!
Best moment this week: I think we're pretty close to being done for our initial baby purchases...
Movement: I feel like she gets lower and lower. She may be really running out of room because she's not as hyperactive as she used to be, but we've still got the minimum 10 movements in 2 hours. I just wish she'd stay off of the nerve that runs right through my cervix. Seriously. Talk about shocking pain!
Food cravings: Really at this point, just rotating between salty and sweet and salty again. I love food.
Gender: It's a bambina!
Labor Signs: Soooo Dr. Hart said I am a little less than a pinky tip dilated. Sounds tiny, but it freaks me out! I've had minimal cramping / contractions, but nothing timeable or constant or steady. Just once in a while.
Belly Button in or out? Out. Very out.
What I miss: Being mobile.
What I am looking forward to: Shawn coming home!!!
Weekly Wisdom: That it is okay to be paranoid. This is my little baby girl and I just want the best for her. And that no concern or question is stupid. (Thanks, Jamie <3 )
Milestones: We're less than a month away from meeting our little girl! And I'm beginning to dilate!
Check back after Friday to see what our new progression will be. I wonder if we'll end up going early or past my due date!!!
And here's a pic for you! Taken just now, please excuse how crappy I look, I had to take my own picture and after a few attempts, I figured this was good enough. :)
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
This Just In: We're Crazy
Today we are 35 weeks, 3 days pregnant!
So yeah, we're crazy. Let's look at our history first...
In the second week of October 2007, we:
a) Threw a wedding completely planned by yours truly
b) Got married
c) Changed professions / educational status
d) Moved from California to Texas
All in one week. All. In. One. Week.
So what are we doing now? Oh, nothing. Just moving residences two weeks after our estimated due date. Yup, you read me correctly! Thank goodness it's only a few doors down, same gated neighborhood. Why are we moving? The unit we are moving to is larger, with a larger kitchen, two car garage, more storage, and an all over better layout. It's right next to the pool, which will be nice in the warmer months. I love that there are more windows which equals much better natural lighting, so overall we're pretty excited. Will it be a lot of work? Yes. Will Shawn and I grumble at eachother during those stressful days of moving? Probably. But I choose to look on the bright side and realize that we're getting a better place. So I'm happy!
Here are a couple of pictures, courtesy of the listing...
So yeah, we're crazy. Let's look at our history first...
In the second week of October 2007, we:
a) Threw a wedding completely planned by yours truly
b) Got married
c) Changed professions / educational status
d) Moved from California to Texas
All in one week. All. In. One. Week.
So what are we doing now? Oh, nothing. Just moving residences two weeks after our estimated due date. Yup, you read me correctly! Thank goodness it's only a few doors down, same gated neighborhood. Why are we moving? The unit we are moving to is larger, with a larger kitchen, two car garage, more storage, and an all over better layout. It's right next to the pool, which will be nice in the warmer months. I love that there are more windows which equals much better natural lighting, so overall we're pretty excited. Will it be a lot of work? Yes. Will Shawn and I grumble at eachother during those stressful days of moving? Probably. But I choose to look on the bright side and realize that we're getting a better place. So I'm happy!
Here are a couple of pictures, courtesy of the listing...
This is the kitchen. We have more counter space and more cabinets!
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This is the living / dining room looking at it from the entryway. This is not our furniture.
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This is the master bath. The closet is HUGE and as you can see, has a separate tub from the shower. I can't wait for that.
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Here is our, and I must sing this part because I am sooo happy, Two-car garage!!!!! And do you see all the storage shelves lining the walls? And the closet all the way to the right, next to the water heater, is another huge closet. Aaaaah.
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Last but not least, the back yard. Smaller than ours now, but cute and level. Which will be nice for Sophia when she starts toddling around! :)
So there you have it! We're crazy, but sane at the same time. If that's possible. We move May 28th and our new address will be:
4620 W. William Cannon Dr. #12
Austin, TX 78749
Friday, March 26, 2010
The Picture Says It All
Today we are 32 weeks and 6 days pregnant!
And we've got....................
And we've got....................
days to go!
I realized that a few minutes ago and I've got two reactions: OMG Yay! and OMG We've got so much to do! So with my impending shower, I am hoping that it will give Shawn and I the gusto to clean / clear / set up everything so we can begin the baby cuteness of pink and frills everywhere. Wish us luck!
Anywho, I will update after the weekend for my shower update and my 33 week check-in, so stop by after the weekend!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
32 Weeks And We're Educated!
Today we are 32 weeks, 3 days pregnant!
Hi All! It's a sunny and warm day here in Austin, TX, which means spring is here! Over the past few days, we've reached 32 weeks, my parents have been married for 40 years, and we have begun our baby education. Shawn and I attended a six-hour childbirth class on Sunday, and it was entertaining, to say the least. We learned a moderate amount, practiced different breathing techniques, and I saw a 10 centimeter circle. I wish I hadn't seen that. Oh well! We also toured the Labor and Delivery unit where we are delivering. Would you like to know how I felt during and after that tour? Scared as hell! It made it so real! I've been hiding my uneasiness since then because I feel a little silly about it, but what can I say? The thought of having a baby, from my body, hoping that everything cooperates for a healthy, safe delivery is a little overwhelming for me. I know it will pass, or at least ease up a little, but I also think it's somewhat natural and normal to be a little scared. Ugh! During the tour, Shawn and I held tight to each other, and it was very reassuring. Breathe in, breathe out!
We're beginning to get very busy around here, cleaning out the garage, emptying and then filling Sophia's room, organizing, and trying not to freak out. My shower is this weekend as well, and I'm really excited! I wish all my family and friends could be here, but I am blessed enough to have them all over the country. The weather should be nice on Sunday, so hopefully I can wear a cute dress and show off my pregnant glow. Haha! Anywho, time for my 32 week check-in, here goes!
How far along? 32 weeks, 3 days. 53 days to go!
Now for my latest picture, taken on the 17th. Here I am 31 weeks, 4 days pregnant:
Hi All! It's a sunny and warm day here in Austin, TX, which means spring is here! Over the past few days, we've reached 32 weeks, my parents have been married for 40 years, and we have begun our baby education. Shawn and I attended a six-hour childbirth class on Sunday, and it was entertaining, to say the least. We learned a moderate amount, practiced different breathing techniques, and I saw a 10 centimeter circle. I wish I hadn't seen that. Oh well! We also toured the Labor and Delivery unit where we are delivering. Would you like to know how I felt during and after that tour? Scared as hell! It made it so real! I've been hiding my uneasiness since then because I feel a little silly about it, but what can I say? The thought of having a baby, from my body, hoping that everything cooperates for a healthy, safe delivery is a little overwhelming for me. I know it will pass, or at least ease up a little, but I also think it's somewhat natural and normal to be a little scared. Ugh! During the tour, Shawn and I held tight to each other, and it was very reassuring. Breathe in, breathe out!
We're beginning to get very busy around here, cleaning out the garage, emptying and then filling Sophia's room, organizing, and trying not to freak out. My shower is this weekend as well, and I'm really excited! I wish all my family and friends could be here, but I am blessed enough to have them all over the country. The weather should be nice on Sunday, so hopefully I can wear a cute dress and show off my pregnant glow. Haha! Anywho, time for my 32 week check-in, here goes!
How far along? 32 weeks, 3 days. 53 days to go!
Total weight gain/loss: Just weighed in at 124.4, total of 22.4 lbs gained
Stretch marks? None yet :D
Sleep: I think it's the calm before the storm... As I've said, my pillow configuration has done me well!
Best moment this week: Probably the class. It was fun to do it together.
Movement: The elbows poking through my sides and the feet in the ribs are sweet, but after about 15 minutes can get pretty tender!
Food cravings: The cravings per se have slowed, it just depends on what food item I have seen or heard about last.
Gender: It's a bambina!
Labor Signs: None this week
Belly Button in or out? Out. Very out.
What I miss: Sleeping on my belly
What I am looking forward to: My shower on Sunday!!!
Weekly Wisdom: This too, shall pass. Not so much pregnancy related, but still relevant.
Milestones: We've seen where we're giving birth!!!
Now for my latest picture, taken on the 17th. Here I am 31 weeks, 4 days pregnant:
Monday, March 15, 2010
Less Than Ten
Today we are 31 weeks, 2 days pregnant!
So I love saying that "we" are pregnant. It's just something that tickles me. But I read an article recently how some women think it is, and I quote, "the dumbest statement" and that the woman "is pregnant, not my husband." To this I reply, why so grumpy? After all, I would not be here without Shawn, and he wouldn't be here without me. We are having a baby, we are going through changes, and we are experiencing all the emotions, fears, excitement, etc about this baby, so yes, "we" are pregnant! And if any weird stranger has a problem with that, or thinks I'm dumb for saying it, well then they can kiss our pregnant butts. ;)
Anywho, I can't believe that there are less than ten weeks left. As a matter of fact, we've got 8 weeks, 5 days to go. Wow! 61 days! And there's still so much to do! And I am definitely getting to the point, if I haven't gotten there already, that I am pretty darn uncomfortable most of the time. Shortness of breath, extra weight, heartburn, and can I say hip pain? So I guess there is a good point to being so much closer to my due date! I feel more connected to this little baby every day, and I love it. When I am busy throughout the day, and don't get as much time to connect with her, to pay attention to feeling her move, I find myself feeling anxious throughout the night and normally have restless dreams. They normally wake me, and I will try to roll over a couple times to wake her so I can feel her move and count her little jabs. Only then do I start to fell a little better. This is the stage where she moves less than she did before, because she's growing so fast in my belly that she's starting to run out of room. I can't wait to be able to see her. I just can't. Though I know that a whole new set of fears will come into my life. This I know. Recent events in my life have made me realize this even more. I have found that the terror of losing a child is enough to strike fear in my heart already, and that I'm beginning to understand a mother's love.
So now for a little light-hearted fun, it's time for my weekly check-in, so here goes!
How far along? 31 weeks, 2 days
Stay tuned for our next appointment on Friday afternoon! And here is a pic of me on Saturday, Shawn and I were doing some shoe shopping and I had to take a minute to sit!
So I love saying that "we" are pregnant. It's just something that tickles me. But I read an article recently how some women think it is, and I quote, "the dumbest statement" and that the woman "is pregnant, not my husband." To this I reply, why so grumpy? After all, I would not be here without Shawn, and he wouldn't be here without me. We are having a baby, we are going through changes, and we are experiencing all the emotions, fears, excitement, etc about this baby, so yes, "we" are pregnant! And if any weird stranger has a problem with that, or thinks I'm dumb for saying it, well then they can kiss our pregnant butts. ;)
Anywho, I can't believe that there are less than ten weeks left. As a matter of fact, we've got 8 weeks, 5 days to go. Wow! 61 days! And there's still so much to do! And I am definitely getting to the point, if I haven't gotten there already, that I am pretty darn uncomfortable most of the time. Shortness of breath, extra weight, heartburn, and can I say hip pain? So I guess there is a good point to being so much closer to my due date! I feel more connected to this little baby every day, and I love it. When I am busy throughout the day, and don't get as much time to connect with her, to pay attention to feeling her move, I find myself feeling anxious throughout the night and normally have restless dreams. They normally wake me, and I will try to roll over a couple times to wake her so I can feel her move and count her little jabs. Only then do I start to fell a little better. This is the stage where she moves less than she did before, because she's growing so fast in my belly that she's starting to run out of room. I can't wait to be able to see her. I just can't. Though I know that a whole new set of fears will come into my life. This I know. Recent events in my life have made me realize this even more. I have found that the terror of losing a child is enough to strike fear in my heart already, and that I'm beginning to understand a mother's love.
So now for a little light-hearted fun, it's time for my weekly check-in, so here goes!
How far along? 31 weeks, 2 days
Total weight gain/loss: Just weighed in at 123.2, total of 21.2 lbs gained
Stretch marks? None yet :D
Sleep: Aside from a few restless nights, it's still pretty good
Best moment this week: Shawn and I found the cutest dress this week, and he loved it. Too bad they didn't have the right size for the seasons! But it just made me so very happy to see him so happy.
Movement: She's still active, but slowing a little because she's growing so fast. I still get my 10 movements in less than 10 minutes, though!
Food cravings: Not so much cravings this week, but I go from my salty to sweet to salty to sweet!
Gender: It's a bambina!
Labor Signs: Still some Braxton Hicks, especially when I'm moving around
Belly Button in or out? Out. Very out.
What I miss: Walking without pain!
What I am looking forward to: Our baby classes (childbirth, baby care, etc)
Weekly Wisdom: This love is different than anything I've ever felt, and it's wonderful.
Milestones: I totally feel and look pregnant!
Friday, March 5, 2010
30 Week Appointment
Today we are 29 weeks, 6 days pregnant!
Just wanted to let y'all know we had an appointment today, and all is well! Heart rate is good, still in the 140's. My belly is apparently measuring 31 weeks, but we'll see... Anywho, have a great weekend!
Our next appointment is two weeks from today, Friday, March 19th at 11:20am CT.
Just wanted to let y'all know we had an appointment today, and all is well! Heart rate is good, still in the 140's. My belly is apparently measuring 31 weeks, but we'll see... Anywho, have a great weekend!
Our next appointment is two weeks from today, Friday, March 19th at 11:20am CT.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Good Evening...
Today we are 29 weeks, 5 days pregnant!
Hi all! I just realized I totally skipped my 29 week check-in, but no worries, I will update this weekend. We hit 30 weeks this Saturday, so that's pretty big in my book. Also, I turn 31 on Sunday, another year older! And last but not least, we have our first two-week interval appointment tomorrow at 11:20am CT. Things are moving faster these days (well not me, but my waddle is doing okay!). Anywho, I'll update y'all on Saturday. Til then!
Eh, I'll post a funny pic, too. T'was a surprise picture and it shows my belly in all it's glory. Taken at 29 weeks, 3 days.
Hi all! I just realized I totally skipped my 29 week check-in, but no worries, I will update this weekend. We hit 30 weeks this Saturday, so that's pretty big in my book. Also, I turn 31 on Sunday, another year older! And last but not least, we have our first two-week interval appointment tomorrow at 11:20am CT. Things are moving faster these days (well not me, but my waddle is doing okay!). Anywho, I'll update y'all on Saturday. Til then!
Eh, I'll post a funny pic, too. T'was a surprise picture and it shows my belly in all it's glory. Taken at 29 weeks, 3 days.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Tests I Don't Have to Study For
Today we are 27 weeks, 6 days pregnant!
Hi all! I just wanted to do a quick little update since we had a doctor's appt this morning, so here goes!
I had my Glucose Tolerance Test (to see if I have Gestational Diabetes - a routine test) this morning at 8am, which means I had to fast since midnight last night. And yes, that was a struggle for me. ;) If you tell me I can't eat anything, I'm insta-hungry. And of course I woke up starving, but oh well... Thank goodness I had a huge Mexican dinner last night! Anywho, for those who don't know what the test entails, I had to drink about 10-12 oz of orange flavored glucose rich juice. Basically, it tasted like the "orange drink" they sell at McDonalds. (Ooh, McD's sounds good right now...) Then you wait, but thankfully we had a short visit with the doctor to pass some time. I didn't get to see Dr. Hart because she had been called to deliver (the nerve!) so we saw her assistant. We're measuring right on time, at 28 weeks, so that's great news! We heard our little girl's heartbeat strong and steady in the 140's as well. She let us know that full term is considered 37 to 41 weeks, so that puts us anywhere from April 24th to May 22nd. Also, our OB visits will now increase in frequency to every two weeks, and then starting our 35th week, we go to every week. So basically, we'll go in again on our 30th week (March 5th), then our 32nd (around 3/19), our 34th (around 4/2), then start our weekly visits at our 35th week (around April 9th). That's a lot of visits!
We also signed up for our classes! We've got our Childbirth class, our Breastfeeding class, and our Baby Care class, so we're excited for those! So hopefully we'll be baby experts and pass Baby 101 with flying colors...
Anywho, there's our healthy update and a few notes on upcoming doctor dates, and we hope this finds you well! I'll post my 28 week check-in, hopefully complete with belly pic tomorrow! Also, I will let you know my GTT results within two weeks!
Hi all! I just wanted to do a quick little update since we had a doctor's appt this morning, so here goes!
I had my Glucose Tolerance Test (to see if I have Gestational Diabetes - a routine test) this morning at 8am, which means I had to fast since midnight last night. And yes, that was a struggle for me. ;) If you tell me I can't eat anything, I'm insta-hungry. And of course I woke up starving, but oh well... Thank goodness I had a huge Mexican dinner last night! Anywho, for those who don't know what the test entails, I had to drink about 10-12 oz of orange flavored glucose rich juice. Basically, it tasted like the "orange drink" they sell at McDonalds. (Ooh, McD's sounds good right now...) Then you wait, but thankfully we had a short visit with the doctor to pass some time. I didn't get to see Dr. Hart because she had been called to deliver (the nerve!) so we saw her assistant. We're measuring right on time, at 28 weeks, so that's great news! We heard our little girl's heartbeat strong and steady in the 140's as well. She let us know that full term is considered 37 to 41 weeks, so that puts us anywhere from April 24th to May 22nd. Also, our OB visits will now increase in frequency to every two weeks, and then starting our 35th week, we go to every week. So basically, we'll go in again on our 30th week (March 5th), then our 32nd (around 3/19), our 34th (around 4/2), then start our weekly visits at our 35th week (around April 9th). That's a lot of visits!
We also signed up for our classes! We've got our Childbirth class, our Breastfeeding class, and our Baby Care class, so we're excited for those! So hopefully we'll be baby experts and pass Baby 101 with flying colors...
Anywho, there's our healthy update and a few notes on upcoming doctor dates, and we hope this finds you well! I'll post my 28 week check-in, hopefully complete with belly pic tomorrow! Also, I will let you know my GTT results within two weeks!
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Blah.
Today we are 22 weeks, 4 days pregnant!
Sooo I suppose every blog has to have a grumpy post, and, well, here is mine. I've been having a somewhat painful week and here's how it started:
Last Thursday, at approximately 9pm, I was sitting at my neighbor's watching the (terrible) UT vs Alabama game when all of a sudden, I felt this sharp pain in my uterine area. So I quietly got up and mumbled some excuse as to why I had to leave and limped home. At that point, the pain was so severe, it took my breath away. Shawn got me to lay down and relax and he asked me what I wanted to do. Not wanting to freak out, I told him we'd go to bed and see if I still had this pain in the morning, as I was hoping it was just something simple as gas. The next morning, pain still there, we made an appointment for that day to go in. At the OB's, they (a physician's assistant, all doctors were busy) checked me out, my cervix, etc. I was not in early labor and my test for being in labor any time in the next two weeks came back negative, and the baby vitals were all normal, so that's good. However, I was given basically no answers other than increase fiber and water and rest as it could be anything from constipation to a torn ligament. So fast forward to today, still having this pain. I'm frustrated because I really feel as if this pain was never taken seriously by any medical professional. Am I a doctor? No, clearly I am not, but I am a first-time pregnant 30 year old woman who knows her body. And quite honestly, I prefer to be treated as such and to be listened to.
So all my frustrations had culminated to me taking some action today. I called my OB's office (I won't even cover the 23 minutes I had to wait on hold, being disconnected, etc...) and finally spoke to my Dr.'s assistant (my doc is on vacay this week) and talked to her for 30 minutes. I assured her I don't think this is normal round ligament pain, and that I would appreciate an offer of an ultrasound to rule everything out. Forty-five minutes later, I got a call-back after she spoke to the doctor on call, and abracadabra, we have an appointment for an ultrasound Friday morning. Thank God.
Now I'm not saying that there is something hugely wrong with me, I'm just a little scared. Well, I'm a lot scared, to be honest. Shawn and I are already so in love with this little baby girl growing inside of me, and I don't know what I would do if I found out that something were wrong, especially if my quick action could have possibly helped. I just can't wait until we get to hold this little beauty in our arms!
So I will update once we get any word. Again, I don't anticipate any big news, rather I'm hoping to just say that it was something little. Also, our next normal visit with our doctor is Friday, January 22nd. That is also our 24 week mark, which they call our viability date, so we're looking forward to that! We hope this finds you all well and will update you when we have results. :)
Sooo I suppose every blog has to have a grumpy post, and, well, here is mine. I've been having a somewhat painful week and here's how it started:
Last Thursday, at approximately 9pm, I was sitting at my neighbor's watching the (terrible) UT vs Alabama game when all of a sudden, I felt this sharp pain in my uterine area. So I quietly got up and mumbled some excuse as to why I had to leave and limped home. At that point, the pain was so severe, it took my breath away. Shawn got me to lay down and relax and he asked me what I wanted to do. Not wanting to freak out, I told him we'd go to bed and see if I still had this pain in the morning, as I was hoping it was just something simple as gas. The next morning, pain still there, we made an appointment for that day to go in. At the OB's, they (a physician's assistant, all doctors were busy) checked me out, my cervix, etc. I was not in early labor and my test for being in labor any time in the next two weeks came back negative, and the baby vitals were all normal, so that's good. However, I was given basically no answers other than increase fiber and water and rest as it could be anything from constipation to a torn ligament. So fast forward to today, still having this pain. I'm frustrated because I really feel as if this pain was never taken seriously by any medical professional. Am I a doctor? No, clearly I am not, but I am a first-time pregnant 30 year old woman who knows her body. And quite honestly, I prefer to be treated as such and to be listened to.
So all my frustrations had culminated to me taking some action today. I called my OB's office (I won't even cover the 23 minutes I had to wait on hold, being disconnected, etc...) and finally spoke to my Dr.'s assistant (my doc is on vacay this week) and talked to her for 30 minutes. I assured her I don't think this is normal round ligament pain, and that I would appreciate an offer of an ultrasound to rule everything out. Forty-five minutes later, I got a call-back after she spoke to the doctor on call, and abracadabra, we have an appointment for an ultrasound Friday morning. Thank God.
Now I'm not saying that there is something hugely wrong with me, I'm just a little scared. Well, I'm a lot scared, to be honest. Shawn and I are already so in love with this little baby girl growing inside of me, and I don't know what I would do if I found out that something were wrong, especially if my quick action could have possibly helped. I just can't wait until we get to hold this little beauty in our arms!
So I will update once we get any word. Again, I don't anticipate any big news, rather I'm hoping to just say that it was something little. Also, our next normal visit with our doctor is Friday, January 22nd. That is also our 24 week mark, which they call our viability date, so we're looking forward to that! We hope this finds you all well and will update you when we have results. :)
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Today's Visit
Today we are 16 weeks, 5 days pregnant!
We had an OB visit today and Shawn got to hear the heartbeat for the first time!!! The heart rate was 148 bpm, still above the Old Wives Tale of 140... We also got another screening test, the Quad Screen, which is done for women between 16 and 18 weeks of pregnancy. It tests for certain substances that can indicate Spina Bifida, Downs, and some other abnormalities. It is a blood test, so no amniotic fluid needed. For more information, you can look here at the Quad Screen info page if you like. Hopefully we shall get the great results soon!
So for the past four weeks, I have been fearing my OB/GYN, Dr. Chris Hart (info here) would yell at me if I didn't reach her target weight gain of 2 lbs per week, for a total of 8 lbs. Aaaand I didn't reach it. But she told me that since we shot for 2/week and got about 1/week, she'll take it. So I'm up to 105.4 lbs! Anywho, we're in the two week stretch for the big ultrasound, so I'm counting down!!!
Our next visit to Dr. Hart (gender scan done at different office 12/17) will be January 19, 2010 at 3:50pm central time.
We had an OB visit today and Shawn got to hear the heartbeat for the first time!!! The heart rate was 148 bpm, still above the Old Wives Tale of 140... We also got another screening test, the Quad Screen, which is done for women between 16 and 18 weeks of pregnancy. It tests for certain substances that can indicate Spina Bifida, Downs, and some other abnormalities. It is a blood test, so no amniotic fluid needed. For more information, you can look here at the Quad Screen info page if you like. Hopefully we shall get the great results soon!
So for the past four weeks, I have been fearing my OB/GYN, Dr. Chris Hart (info here) would yell at me if I didn't reach her target weight gain of 2 lbs per week, for a total of 8 lbs. Aaaand I didn't reach it. But she told me that since we shot for 2/week and got about 1/week, she'll take it. So I'm up to 105.4 lbs! Anywho, we're in the two week stretch for the big ultrasound, so I'm counting down!!!
Our next visit to Dr. Hart (gender scan done at different office 12/17) will be January 19, 2010 at 3:50pm central time.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Just Checking In!
Today we are 16 weeks, 3 days pregnant!
Hi All! Just wanted to say a quick hello. Some big non-baby news is this weekend I'm participating in the University of Texas Liberal Arts Commencement. It's this Saturday, December 5th. I bought my robe, cap, tassel, and sash today, so I'm really excited! Since I've been in baby mode the last couple months, I totally forgot about commencement, and just decided a few days ago to walk the stage. Though honestly I feel a little silly to do it at 30 and pregnant, I feel I deserve it, and that I would be missing out if I didn't have this memory. So Shawn and I are completing my school process as we went in; married, together, and happy. I will post a picture after Saturday! Wish me luck!!!
For some baby related news, I got in my first shipment of maternity clothes today. There was a huge sale online at Old Navy, so I got to get some new digs! Today I got some basic shirts and in a few days will be receiving some pants that I had ordered, both jeans and some comfy but wearable-in-public pants. I'm pretty excited about this step, as my waistbands have been a little tight as of late and difficult to sit in! Also, we have an appointment with the OB on Thursday, December 3rd. I can't wait to hear the heartbeat again! So stay tuned for the heart rate! In two weeks from Thursday, we will have the big gender ultrasound, so start your guesses now! I'll outline the heart rates, my cravings and beauty problems in a later post so as to see if Old Wives Tales are correct...
Last but not least, I ran across a small list of questions some women include in their baby blogs, so I thought I'd give them a try:
Hi All! Just wanted to say a quick hello. Some big non-baby news is this weekend I'm participating in the University of Texas Liberal Arts Commencement. It's this Saturday, December 5th. I bought my robe, cap, tassel, and sash today, so I'm really excited! Since I've been in baby mode the last couple months, I totally forgot about commencement, and just decided a few days ago to walk the stage. Though honestly I feel a little silly to do it at 30 and pregnant, I feel I deserve it, and that I would be missing out if I didn't have this memory. So Shawn and I are completing my school process as we went in; married, together, and happy. I will post a picture after Saturday! Wish me luck!!!
For some baby related news, I got in my first shipment of maternity clothes today. There was a huge sale online at Old Navy, so I got to get some new digs! Today I got some basic shirts and in a few days will be receiving some pants that I had ordered, both jeans and some comfy but wearable-in-public pants. I'm pretty excited about this step, as my waistbands have been a little tight as of late and difficult to sit in! Also, we have an appointment with the OB on Thursday, December 3rd. I can't wait to hear the heartbeat again! So stay tuned for the heart rate! In two weeks from Thursday, we will have the big gender ultrasound, so start your guesses now! I'll outline the heart rates, my cravings and beauty problems in a later post so as to see if Old Wives Tales are correct...
Last but not least, I ran across a small list of questions some women include in their baby blogs, so I thought I'd give them a try:
How far along? 16 weeks, 3 days
Total weight gain/loss: As of my last appointment, no gain. I am supposed to have gained 8 pounds by Thursday, so we'll see...
Stretch marks? None yet, thank goodness!
Sleep: Terrible. And as I understand, it's only going to get worse
Best moment this week: Getting my graduation robe and my maternity clothes the same day
Movement: Ugh, none yet as far as I know... Still trying to figure out the difference between "flutters" and gas bubbles. Yay.
Food cravings: Brownie sundaes, Whataburger, potatoes au gratin, wedge salad with bleu cheese... Most seem to be salty
Gender: To be determined... Come on December 17th!!!
Labor Signs: Too early for these...
Belly Button in or out? Out. But it's always been an outtie.
What I miss: Honestly? My Malbecs and Zinfandels. How I love red red wine...
What I am looking forward to: Feeling the baby and finding out the gender
Weekly Wisdom: If I've left something upstairs, better make sure I really need it before I walk up there and lose my breath
Milestones: Finally getting to see the belly!!!
Saturday, November 14, 2009
What A Stocking Stuffer!
Today we are 14 weeks pregnant!
Well hello, all! As this holiday season is floating in, I just had to make some purchases. And I am going to share them with you now... Every year, Shawn and I pick a Christmas ornament with the year on it, sort of a little tradition we're trying out. So what better type of ornament to buy this year?
Well hello, all! As this holiday season is floating in, I just had to make some purchases. And I am going to share them with you now... Every year, Shawn and I pick a Christmas ornament with the year on it, sort of a little tradition we're trying out. So what better type of ornament to buy this year?
Well, that's about it for now, still looking forward to the 17th of December, when we find out Team Blue or Team Pink!!!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Some Upcoming Dates
Today we are 12 weeks, 5 days pregnant!
Hi all! Just got back from a little visit to my OB/GYN, just routine (except for the FOUR VIALS of blood they had to take). But I did get to hear the heartbeat for the FIRST TIME!!! I didn't know this was going to happen, so since I thought this was going to be purely a "womanly visit" I told Shawn he didn't have to go. So he is really bummed that he didn't get to hear the little wawawawawawa of the heartbeat, so I feel really bad :(. But the heart is till a healthy rate of 150bpm, so it's a tad bit slower, but still in the normal range and over the old wive's tale girly limit of 140bpm. So we'll seeeee! Actually we'll see on the afternoon of Thursday, December 17th so mark your calendars! I will be just two days short of 19 weeks then, so hopefully we have a cooperative baby and get to see his or her nether regions! Other than that, my next OB/GYN visit (the gender visit will be at a different office) will be Thursday, December 3rd. Should be another opportunity to hear the heart, so Shawn's definitely coming to this one! Anywho, just that I'd put those dates out there for anyone who wants to keep track. I'm just really happy we've got a really happy pregnancy going on here! :)
Hi all! Just got back from a little visit to my OB/GYN, just routine (except for the FOUR VIALS of blood they had to take). But I did get to hear the heartbeat for the FIRST TIME!!! I didn't know this was going to happen, so since I thought this was going to be purely a "womanly visit" I told Shawn he didn't have to go. So he is really bummed that he didn't get to hear the little wawawawawawa of the heartbeat, so I feel really bad :(. But the heart is till a healthy rate of 150bpm, so it's a tad bit slower, but still in the normal range and over the old wive's tale girly limit of 140bpm. So we'll seeeee! Actually we'll see on the afternoon of Thursday, December 17th so mark your calendars! I will be just two days short of 19 weeks then, so hopefully we have a cooperative baby and get to see his or her nether regions! Other than that, my next OB/GYN visit (the gender visit will be at a different office) will be Thursday, December 3rd. Should be another opportunity to hear the heart, so Shawn's definitely coming to this one! Anywho, just that I'd put those dates out there for anyone who wants to keep track. I'm just really happy we've got a really happy pregnancy going on here! :)
Monday, November 2, 2009
Oops - I Gave Y'all the Wrong Date...
Today we're 12 weeks, 2 days pregnant!
So sorry, I gave you all the wrong date for my NT scan, it's tomorrow, not today. And truth be told, I'm so excited! I can't wait to see our little buggie again on the big screen, and I'm secretly hoping that they'll be able to tell me the gender. I know, I know, its a little early, but the almighty internet has provided me with stories of some finding out this early. And we all know if it's on the internet, it must be true! Haha! Well, I will definitely keep everyone updated on our progress tomorrow and will get the scans up as soon as I can. Til then!
So sorry, I gave you all the wrong date for my NT scan, it's tomorrow, not today. And truth be told, I'm so excited! I can't wait to see our little buggie again on the big screen, and I'm secretly hoping that they'll be able to tell me the gender. I know, I know, its a little early, but the almighty internet has provided me with stories of some finding out this early. And we all know if it's on the internet, it must be true! Haha! Well, I will definitely keep everyone updated on our progress tomorrow and will get the scans up as soon as I can. Til then!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Long Time No Write...
Today we're 11 weeks, 5 days pregnant!
I just had a great week-long visit with my family in San Diego, and though I'm very happy to be home with Shawn and the puppies again, I always miss being back home with my parents and sisters. It was a great week, and along with all the visiting I got to do, I had a breakthrough with my morning sickness! No more do I have it every day, only sporadically, so I'm hoping that this is the beginning of the end with the vomiting! Yay! I've put on a few pounds since my last ultrasound, much to my Dad's delight. He kept telling me to eat and eat, and with his cooking, it's not that hard to do!
I also got to visit with Kim and Brian, my sis- & brother-in-law and their two beautiful babies. I got to meet my nephew for the very first time, before Shawn, too! We got to talk baby for hours and hours and with every passing word, I get more excited.
For the upcoming plans, we've got an ultrasound on November 2, which is at a different office since it is the Nuchal Translucency test (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuchal_translucency) which will be the only scheduled round of tests we're planning on going through. So we're excited to have our second ultrasound which we will post as soon as we can, provided that we get copies! :) So I'd say check back by the 4th of November for those...
Anywho, I've got some stuff to plan and stuff to do, so feel free to comment with any questions or anything! I'll write again soon! :)
I just had a great week-long visit with my family in San Diego, and though I'm very happy to be home with Shawn and the puppies again, I always miss being back home with my parents and sisters. It was a great week, and along with all the visiting I got to do, I had a breakthrough with my morning sickness! No more do I have it every day, only sporadically, so I'm hoping that this is the beginning of the end with the vomiting! Yay! I've put on a few pounds since my last ultrasound, much to my Dad's delight. He kept telling me to eat and eat, and with his cooking, it's not that hard to do!
I also got to visit with Kim and Brian, my sis- & brother-in-law and their two beautiful babies. I got to meet my nephew for the very first time, before Shawn, too! We got to talk baby for hours and hours and with every passing word, I get more excited.
For the upcoming plans, we've got an ultrasound on November 2, which is at a different office since it is the Nuchal Translucency test (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuchal_translucency) which will be the only scheduled round of tests we're planning on going through. So we're excited to have our second ultrasound which we will post as soon as we can, provided that we get copies! :) So I'd say check back by the 4th of November for those...
Anywho, I've got some stuff to plan and stuff to do, so feel free to comment with any questions or anything! I'll write again soon! :)
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Oh, By the Way...
Our due date is projected to be May 15th! Kim, I guess you and I are totally on the same schedules!!! Hahahahahah! :)
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