30 Weeks according to my midwife. Went for my appt today, I was told I was low for my hemocrit and she said it was normal for this time of the pregnancy and after baby it will go back to normal. That's good to hear since I was always told I was anemic as a little kid, which didn't really make sense to me. I think it was just the doctor trying to sell my mom prescription drugs for me lol. Heartbeat was an awesome 144bpm and head is still down and really really low. I measured at 30 or 31 I didn't see which one. My weight is getting up there but I still feel like I'm not as heavy as I was with S. I wish I had written the weight down. All I remember is my end weight of 165 b/c the doctor said "I bet you've never been that big before in your life" I dont know if that was an insult or what? I guess for my purpose I will write down I was 143lbs today. I've been getting headaches again and as much as I'm hydrating it doesn't seem to work. We are starting hypnobirthing classes on thursday. That should be exciting, since we never did a birthing class with S. This time around is much more different, and I want to be prepared for a long painful labor or a really fast and crazy one.
On to the business of my wonderful child...she had swim class yesterday and has had them for the past month but what is different about this time is that she swam the shorter length of the pool!! And she learn to float on her back and kick. She still looks like a octopus having seizures 90% of the time but if she really tries she can be good at swimming or at least trying to survive if she's ever left unattended in a pool by someone other than husband or myself. She's my sunshine and I love her and every stupid thing she does makes me proud. Last night we read some books. She's getting better at recognizing the words and reading them to me which is AWESOME! She's so ahead of what they would teach her at school which is good and bad I guess. That's all for now, my head is pounding!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Thursday, July 21, 2011
So the baby's name will be....
Tiana, According to S. She keeps going through all the fun things she's going to teach the baby like swimming, riding a bike, reading a book, coloring, you know fun things that adults dont get to do anymore. :-( SO I did ask her early on what she wanted to name the baby, in my mind I'm thinking she will come up with a good name that I dont hate and I dont have to think about it. She did have all her joke names like butter, tree, house, branch, caca face and she laughs everytime she tells me these. This morning I decided to ask her for a real name; I told her I needed a real name for the baby and not a silly joke name just to see what she thought. Her answer was Tiana, ok cute I dont hate it; I then moved on to say "what if its a boy? I need a boy name too" And SHE. WENT. NUTS! "ITS NOT A BOY! I dont want a boy! Its a girl and its going to be Tiana, Princess Tiana" WHOA there settle down........
Couple of minutes later I asked again, "So you like Tiana for the baby? What if it happens to be a boy? What name do you like" "Its a GIRL!"
I really shouldnt argue with her, she was right about the Magic losing the playoffs!
Couple of minutes later I asked again, "So you like Tiana for the baby? What if it happens to be a boy? What name do you like" "Its a GIRL!"
I really shouldnt argue with her, she was right about the Magic losing the playoffs!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
28 weeks!!
I am 7 months pregnant! I would like to say that this is very exciting and just like anyone else that does not like being pregnant, its a moment I never thought I would reach. I've decided to get a fetal doppler, mainly for my piece of mind but also for S to be able to listen to the heartbeat since she's always asking about it. I'm checking ebay, craigslist, amazon, anywhere for a cheap one since I only have a couple of months left. Good luck to me
Monday, July 18, 2011
My child....
My child seems to be some sort of oddity when it comes to being sick. She will have a fever for a few hours and have it be gone without anything else really happening to her. This happened sunday afternoon, I was home with her most of the morning and she was basically her crazy self. Then I had to go and do some quick toiletry shopping at Target and when we got there she had a FIT! She wanted an orange cart(target always has those older sun-baked carts that have faded) she loves them, I dont know why! But she wanted to get one from outside which was too far of a walk for me waddling ass to go get with her wanting me to pick her up so I told her we needed to get one from inside b/c those were too hot(whatever so I lied). Anyways we get inside and of course there are only two orange ones, both absolutely stuck. No way for me to get them out without going into labor right there. So she threw another fit, crying going crazy and she's NEVER like this so I know something is wrong. I talked her down from the ledge by telling her to get some cart wipes which she loves too, but she wanted them for her face...another fit! I comforted her b/c I apparently the most patient woman in the world and I hate stressing over her acting like a total a-hole and she sat in the cart with no problem. I got my shopping done encountering a high amount of stupid people, specifically the asshole couple that say me pick up a giant bag of dog food 7 months pregnant and decided they would just block my cart so I couldnt get to it. I hope they eat shit and die!
I digress, So she saw goldfish crackers and wanted them and I realized now the reason I got them for her was b/c she did keep crying the whole time while in the cart so I told her if she stopped she would get them. I'm guessing at some point she did. We left and met up with my parents for lunch and she was feeling a little warm, she ate some apples and mac and cheese and fell asleep on my lap at the restaurant! THAT NEVER HAPPENS! She is not one to nap anymore and at a restaurant...she must be feeling bad! So I ate in piece and we left, she was half awake on the way to my parents and she fell asleep again and woke up at 9ish. She basically slept about 4 hours. She had a low grade fever(101) so I did not feel the need for ibuprophen. Just let her sleep, gave her a cool bath, some dinner and cuddling. That always seems to be the trick with her so I rarely resort to any medicine since its the body's natural way of taking care of business, I def dont want to hinder that. So fever was gone a few hours later and she was back to normal the next day. That said, she's my oddity. She's had maybe 4 fevers and none have lasted more than 8 hours...that makes me thankful.
Today she went to her swim class, then when we got home we tried rescuing an injured bird who did not want to be rescued. She's sweet to all animals. I also learned how she wants to be a dolphin when she grows up so she can show Ms. Erika(swim teacher) how good she can swim. I also learned that Pete from the mickey mouse gang is a cat and not a dog...always thought it was a dog, but now that she mentioned it, he does look like a cat.
I think that sums up my day so far
I digress, So she saw goldfish crackers and wanted them and I realized now the reason I got them for her was b/c she did keep crying the whole time while in the cart so I told her if she stopped she would get them. I'm guessing at some point she did. We left and met up with my parents for lunch and she was feeling a little warm, she ate some apples and mac and cheese and fell asleep on my lap at the restaurant! THAT NEVER HAPPENS! She is not one to nap anymore and at a restaurant...she must be feeling bad! So I ate in piece and we left, she was half awake on the way to my parents and she fell asleep again and woke up at 9ish. She basically slept about 4 hours. She had a low grade fever(101) so I did not feel the need for ibuprophen. Just let her sleep, gave her a cool bath, some dinner and cuddling. That always seems to be the trick with her so I rarely resort to any medicine since its the body's natural way of taking care of business, I def dont want to hinder that. So fever was gone a few hours later and she was back to normal the next day. That said, she's my oddity. She's had maybe 4 fevers and none have lasted more than 8 hours...that makes me thankful.
Today she went to her swim class, then when we got home we tried rescuing an injured bird who did not want to be rescued. She's sweet to all animals. I also learned how she wants to be a dolphin when she grows up so she can show Ms. Erika(swim teacher) how good she can swim. I also learned that Pete from the mickey mouse gang is a cat and not a dog...always thought it was a dog, but now that she mentioned it, he does look like a cat.
I think that sums up my day so far
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Appt.
Well I did my appt yesterday. The day started pretty crappy, I wanted to wake up early enough to be at my mom's house by 8 so I could eat by 810 and leave to get to the appt at 9am. That did not happen. I got to my moms house at 830! Made my breakfast for the glucose test(2 eggs, 2 whole wheat toasts, 4 ounces of juice, 8 ounces of milk) I know it was a lot, and I did not think I was going to be able to finish...needless to say, I finished around 840ish which was sooo not part of the schedule they gave me! I get to the office on time since it only takes about 20 mins or so and I did my appt. Lynn, the super awesome one, said I needed to go to the lab to get it done(guessing there was no girl to draw my blood there yet). So she measured the baby which was at 27weeks and perfect. Spine is along my left side and legs are to the right, which explained the kicking on my right side. Head is down and would prefer for it to stay down. Baby's heartbeat was 148bpm. Went over the kick counts and all that fun stuff. Went to get my blood drawn and I'm just so fascinated by the process, ever since I was little I would always stare at the needle, which nurses found weird that I wasn't scared lol. Then I was done which was nice. Went to work and had a long day!
Last night I slept pretty great! Both S and I went to sleep without problems, her before me; she was so cute on the bed and cuddled. I told her to wait for me but she just fell asleep all by herself :-( I woke up around 630am which is normal these days but was able to fall asleep quickly and didn't wake up again until 830!!! I was running soooo late!
Work has proven to be unproductive, have been working on things that will actually take me a while. Went to the gym and did about a mile and a half and also some adductions...you know that machine which is every man's fantasy where you close and open your legs wide. I dont look as sexy as I have in the past but the stretching is good for my legs and crotch area so I will be doing that as often as possible. Now I'm waiting on little one to wait up so I can do kick counts. Being pregnant is the most worrysome time since you are not able to see what is going on!
That's all for today I think
Last night I slept pretty great! Both S and I went to sleep without problems, her before me; she was so cute on the bed and cuddled. I told her to wait for me but she just fell asleep all by herself :-( I woke up around 630am which is normal these days but was able to fall asleep quickly and didn't wake up again until 830!!! I was running soooo late!
Work has proven to be unproductive, have been working on things that will actually take me a while. Went to the gym and did about a mile and a half and also some adductions...you know that machine which is every man's fantasy where you close and open your legs wide. I dont look as sexy as I have in the past but the stretching is good for my legs and crotch area so I will be doing that as often as possible. Now I'm waiting on little one to wait up so I can do kick counts. Being pregnant is the most worrysome time since you are not able to see what is going on!
That's all for today I think
Monday, July 11, 2011
27 weeks
This week I'm 27 weeks according to my calculations. According to the midwife I am 28 weeks which makes it the week I get to do the glucose test. Now I'm sure I've talked about this before but I'll say it again, NO GLUCOLA! Just a nice healthy specific breakfast which I need to eat in 10 mins and then go to my appt an hour later.
On another note, I found this cute "journal" type thing on another blog and I thought I would do it here too. Here it goes:
About baby:
This week, your baby weighs almost 2 pounds (like a head of cauliflower) and is about 14 1/2 inches long with her legs extended. She's sleeping and waking at regular intervals, opening and closing her eyes, and perhaps even sucking her fingers. With more brain tissue developing, your baby's brain is very active now. While her lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with a lot of medical help — if she were to be born now. Chalk up any tiny rhythmic movements you may be feeling to a case of baby hiccups, which may be common from now on. Each episode usually lasts only a few moments, and they don't bother her, so just relax and enjoy the tickle.
About momma:
How far along? 27 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: so far I've gained 10 lbs after losing weight
Maternity clothes? hells yeah! actually I've just been buying size 7 stretchy jeans which fit so much better than maternity clothes. I only have one pair of maternity jeans and the rest of the time I just wear wonderful sweatpants to work!
Stretch marks? NO Thank GOD and I hope this time around I dont get them
Sleep: What's that! I wake up at 4am for a good reason or no good reason at all and cant go back to sleep. I HATE IT!
Best moment this week: Same as always...S loving and kissing on the baby. She can't wait!
Movement: This little spawn gets way too excited when I am getting ready to eat...and basically at all times of the day. There is a sleep pattern at night but during the day it seems to be ongoing.
Food cravings: Chocolate chocolate and more chocolate. Which is why I need to add some saltyness in there once in a while
Gender: SURPRISE
Labor Signs: Did have braxton hicks about a week ago..nothing major
Belly Button in or out? kinda hanging out flat
What I miss: Sleeping on my stomach, running long distances, chasing after S, drinking!
What I am looking forward to: My birth experience this time around.
Weekly Wisdom: Stretch stretch! its good for your muscles and joints.
Milestones: none...i still hate everything
27 weeks!
On another note, I found this cute "journal" type thing on another blog and I thought I would do it here too. Here it goes:
About baby:
This week, your baby weighs almost 2 pounds (like a head of cauliflower) and is about 14 1/2 inches long with her legs extended. She's sleeping and waking at regular intervals, opening and closing her eyes, and perhaps even sucking her fingers. With more brain tissue developing, your baby's brain is very active now. While her lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with a lot of medical help — if she were to be born now. Chalk up any tiny rhythmic movements you may be feeling to a case of baby hiccups, which may be common from now on. Each episode usually lasts only a few moments, and they don't bother her, so just relax and enjoy the tickle.
About momma:
How far along? 27 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: so far I've gained 10 lbs after losing weight
Maternity clothes? hells yeah! actually I've just been buying size 7 stretchy jeans which fit so much better than maternity clothes. I only have one pair of maternity jeans and the rest of the time I just wear wonderful sweatpants to work!
Stretch marks? NO Thank GOD and I hope this time around I dont get them
Sleep: What's that! I wake up at 4am for a good reason or no good reason at all and cant go back to sleep. I HATE IT!
Best moment this week: Same as always...S loving and kissing on the baby. She can't wait!
Movement: This little spawn gets way too excited when I am getting ready to eat...and basically at all times of the day. There is a sleep pattern at night but during the day it seems to be ongoing.
Food cravings: Chocolate chocolate and more chocolate. Which is why I need to add some saltyness in there once in a while
Gender: SURPRISE
Labor Signs: Did have braxton hicks about a week ago..nothing major
Belly Button in or out? kinda hanging out flat
What I miss: Sleeping on my stomach, running long distances, chasing after S, drinking!
What I am looking forward to: My birth experience this time around.
Weekly Wisdom: Stretch stretch! its good for your muscles and joints.
Milestones: none...i still hate everything
27 weeks!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Still having to count...
I'm still having to count the weeks to find out how pregnant I am. Went to publix over the 4th of July weekend and got asked how far along I was. I said, "I have no idea!? 6 months?!?" The girl who was probably 12 by my calculations was confused then I explained, "when you have more than one, it doesn't matter anymore" LOL So now I just figured out I'm 26 weeks. This means 14 more loooooong weeks to go. I am getting very excited about the birth experience. I can't wait to know what it feels like to be in control of the situation rather than having a doctor or nurse tell me what to do and give me an IV "just because that's what they need to do." Now that natural med-free birth at a birth center is what I am going to be doing(no turning back now) I'm finding myself realizing how I wished things were different with S' birth. Not to say it wasn't wonderful! IT WAS! And from what the nurses said, my body did not react the way that most other women's bodies react to the epidural, sleepy, groggy or just basically not all there to give birth; In fact I was joking with the nurses and the midwife for most of the time and they were so surprised I wasn't knocked out or tired and how I was able to handle the baby after. I'm thankful for that. I've said it a million times, but I believe I got lucky, in that I did not have to have a c-section. Its kinda sad to say that I'm lucky I didn't have to have one. An unnecessary one that is. Nothing against the procedure, but when a doctor just doesn't want to allow birth to naturally happen, I find that to be a problem.
Now I will get off my soap box and continue to say how excited I am about this, I want to know how far I can take my body, how long its going to take, how much pain is involved and what amazing and colorful language will come out of my mouth as each contraction tried to rip me apart. I think this needs to be recorded for future reference!
In regards to a baby shower, my mother thinks I should be in charge of it! I told her you will be the worse person to use as a surprise party planner. I suppose it would be nice to have a baby shower soon, although I'm still debating whether to make it a before baby shower or an after "announce the sex" shower. I think one of the main reasons for not finding out the sex of the baby until the day is basically to keep people from buying crap I dont need like clothes and ugly gender specific toys. I'm so against pink carseats and blue swing sets. :-|
I don't think we will be setting up a nursery anytime soon. S says she wants the baby to sleep in the room with her but I'm sure once it cries she will have a fit. Although dogs bark and howl for a long time in the middle of the night and it does not phase her. I wish I could sleep like that, I barely get 4 hours a night since I keep waking up at 4am and I'm not able to go back to sleep! In other words, no nursery, maybe just a transfer of rooms and probably giving S the queen size bed and the baby the twin eventually. That's the lazy persons plan.
Alright back to work
Now I will get off my soap box and continue to say how excited I am about this, I want to know how far I can take my body, how long its going to take, how much pain is involved and what amazing and colorful language will come out of my mouth as each contraction tried to rip me apart. I think this needs to be recorded for future reference!
In regards to a baby shower, my mother thinks I should be in charge of it! I told her you will be the worse person to use as a surprise party planner. I suppose it would be nice to have a baby shower soon, although I'm still debating whether to make it a before baby shower or an after "announce the sex" shower. I think one of the main reasons for not finding out the sex of the baby until the day is basically to keep people from buying crap I dont need like clothes and ugly gender specific toys. I'm so against pink carseats and blue swing sets. :-|
I don't think we will be setting up a nursery anytime soon. S says she wants the baby to sleep in the room with her but I'm sure once it cries she will have a fit. Although dogs bark and howl for a long time in the middle of the night and it does not phase her. I wish I could sleep like that, I barely get 4 hours a night since I keep waking up at 4am and I'm not able to go back to sleep! In other words, no nursery, maybe just a transfer of rooms and probably giving S the queen size bed and the baby the twin eventually. That's the lazy persons plan.
Alright back to work
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