No, no I couldn't. But things have gotten easier. After a week and a half of being on bed rest I am happy to report I am free!! I haven't had any bleeding in 3 days so doctor said I could return to normal unless it picks back up again. I'm still trying to take it easy, but glad to be able to get out of the house, water the garden and get groceries (did I really just say that?). Unfortunately, doc said it will most likely happen on and off until twenty weeks, but I'm praying he is wrong. OH! And in two weeks I'll be able to go on my nightly walks again. As long as everything is good. And pray that it is because bleeding while pregnant is seriously scary. Thank God I got all those ultrasounds to keep me sane. Seeing that our baby was ok meant the world to me.
Tomorrow I am hitting up the used book store just in case I need supplies again. And you guys are slacking.....I have no book ideas from anyone! You all better get on that! Well that's about it for now, I just wanted to keep everyone updated!
Talk to you all soon!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Sunday, May 15, 2011
16 weeks
Weeks have been flying by and our little one is growing and growing. We got to see the baby twice this last week on ultrasound. It was kicking and rolling around. The sweetest thing I have ever seen. And to be honest....we know the gender...!! AND THE NAME!! ::gasp:: I know! We are going to share it with you all very soon, we just want to double check at the 19 week appointment.
On to some not fun news. I am bed rested. That's right folks, it is awful. I have truly lost my mind. And pretty sure I have developed restless leg syndrome. I have been bleeding for about a week now, nothing serious, baby is ok. But I can only get up to eat and go to the bathroom, to help it slow down and hopefully stop. Like seriously, why did I have to bleed?! When it started I was an emotional mess. Thinking this blog post would be an unhappy one. But here I am, baby is good, I am good. Doctor says I just need to rest and lay around to not make this turn into something more serious. I suppose I can handle that...maybe.
Most likely, I will be going back to the doctor this week to get another sonogram (yay!) to make sure everything is ok. I know doctor is mostly doing this for my sanity, but I appreciate it none the less. If I get some good pics I will update this week. OH! And book suggestions would be appreciated. I am flying through books right now and am on my last one.
Talk to you all soon!
On to some not fun news. I am bed rested. That's right folks, it is awful. I have truly lost my mind. And pretty sure I have developed restless leg syndrome. I have been bleeding for about a week now, nothing serious, baby is ok. But I can only get up to eat and go to the bathroom, to help it slow down and hopefully stop. Like seriously, why did I have to bleed?! When it started I was an emotional mess. Thinking this blog post would be an unhappy one. But here I am, baby is good, I am good. Doctor says I just need to rest and lay around to not make this turn into something more serious. I suppose I can handle that...maybe.
Most likely, I will be going back to the doctor this week to get another sonogram (yay!) to make sure everything is ok. I know doctor is mostly doing this for my sanity, but I appreciate it none the less. If I get some good pics I will update this week. OH! And book suggestions would be appreciated. I am flying through books right now and am on my last one.
Talk to you all soon!
Thursday, May 5, 2011
15 weeks
I have been meaning to update for awhile! All has been well here, feeling great and doing good! Today we went to have an ultrasound. It was the most amazing thing I have ever experienced in my life. Our little one was kicking and moving around like crazy. It even was waving its hand, rubbing its eyes, and sucking its thumb. I cried like a baby through the whole thing and by the end of it I had to pick Chris' jaw up off the floor. Here are a few pictures...
Baby's heartbeat came at 156 and according to my dad has a "good lookin' heart." We feel so blessed and so very excited. It has been an amazing day. I am sorry for such a short post but I am exhausted! I will be posting more soon!
Baby's heartbeat came at 156 and according to my dad has a "good lookin' heart." We feel so blessed and so very excited. It has been an amazing day. I am sorry for such a short post but I am exhausted! I will be posting more soon!
Thursday, April 7, 2011
11 Weeks
On Wednesday we had our eleven week appointment. I'm not gonna lie it was by far the easiest appointment thus far and I hope this continues.
We get there on time. Sit for two minutes, then follow the nurse back to the exam room. Oh but of course first, I had to do the dreaded weighing on the scale exercise. Happy with my results (under two pounds total so far) we hit the exam room. Fully expecting to have to bear all, I ask for a gown. A gown? You don't need to undress at the eleven week appointment. Well looky here I'd say this week already rocks. But I'll tell ya, what rocks even harder than that is hearing your babies heart beat. I'm pretty sure mine stopped when I heard our baby.
She started off telling us not to worry if we can't hear it. It's still early. A minute has passed and no heartbeat is found. She's telling me not to worry and that we will check it at the next appointment. This lovely but silly nurse thought I would be okay with waiting 4 weeks of not knowing if everything is ok. Not my style lady, not my style. Time for waterworks. I cry, well ok not really for drama. I was scared, even more scared for Chris, he would of had to hear me stress, moan and groan about the baby for 4 weeks. Talk about gettin' a few greys. She notices I'm crying and looks for another minute. With no success she tells me not to worry I can come back sooner if I want to check. As soon as she finished her sentence....bump,bumpbumpbumpbumpbumpbump. HOLY CRAP! That's our baby!! Heartbeat kicking away at 177. ::Phew::
Doctor comes in, big smile on his face. Tells Chris and I to get excited, it would be very rare if this baby didn't make it full term. Miscarriage at this stage after hearing the heartbeat is rare. I will never forget the look on Chris' face as he heard this. We have been truly blessed. All the emotions, the ups and downs, the not knowings, are they over? Do I relax? Oh how I wish. No one ever told me that now there will be a whole new set of worries, a whole new set of concerns. I guess it will always be something. Something for Chris and I to get through, many more hurdles to jump over. But just like I said it before, we will do this, we will always do this together. Because I love ya babe, so here we go. A new phase, a whole new set of worries and I'm so ready.
We get there on time. Sit for two minutes, then follow the nurse back to the exam room. Oh but of course first, I had to do the dreaded weighing on the scale exercise. Happy with my results (under two pounds total so far) we hit the exam room. Fully expecting to have to bear all, I ask for a gown. A gown? You don't need to undress at the eleven week appointment. Well looky here I'd say this week already rocks. But I'll tell ya, what rocks even harder than that is hearing your babies heart beat. I'm pretty sure mine stopped when I heard our baby.
She started off telling us not to worry if we can't hear it. It's still early. A minute has passed and no heartbeat is found. She's telling me not to worry and that we will check it at the next appointment. This lovely but silly nurse thought I would be okay with waiting 4 weeks of not knowing if everything is ok. Not my style lady, not my style. Time for waterworks. I cry, well ok not really for drama. I was scared, even more scared for Chris, he would of had to hear me stress, moan and groan about the baby for 4 weeks. Talk about gettin' a few greys. She notices I'm crying and looks for another minute. With no success she tells me not to worry I can come back sooner if I want to check. As soon as she finished her sentence....bump,bumpbumpbumpbumpbumpbump. HOLY CRAP! That's our baby!! Heartbeat kicking away at 177. ::Phew::
Doctor comes in, big smile on his face. Tells Chris and I to get excited, it would be very rare if this baby didn't make it full term. Miscarriage at this stage after hearing the heartbeat is rare. I will never forget the look on Chris' face as he heard this. We have been truly blessed. All the emotions, the ups and downs, the not knowings, are they over? Do I relax? Oh how I wish. No one ever told me that now there will be a whole new set of worries, a whole new set of concerns. I guess it will always be something. Something for Chris and I to get through, many more hurdles to jump over. But just like I said it before, we will do this, we will always do this together. Because I love ya babe, so here we go. A new phase, a whole new set of worries and I'm so ready.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Two Weeks Away From the Big One Two
Holy wow, I am almost ten weeks. Two weeks away from said safe spot, 12 weeks. Really, seriously, I know, I know, almost there. ::eeeeeeeeee!::
Now to update, I have been feeling well. No morning sickness, thank goodness. Food aversions have gotten better, I am able to eat a lot more protein. And smoothies, oh you heavenly delicious thing you, with greek yogurt have been...hmmm..let me think here....one of the most amazing things I have gotten to know in the past ten weeks. I drink you up and I don't feel guilty if I have seconds, yea I said it. Am I talking to a smoothie here? Too early to blame things on hormones? Anywhoo, when I am not falling asleep on the couch I have been able to keep up on my exercise. I used to walk about two miles a day, now I am averaging about 1.7 each time. Not too shabby.
Let's see what else, oh my doctor called me a few weeks ago. After my seven week appointment I got 13 vials of blood taken. The only thing that was good about the previous sentence was being able to eat graham crackers and drink grape juice after they robbed me of my blood. Hello, grade school, I miss you. Ok back to the real story, he called me and told me I actually have two blood diseases. One, which causes blood clotting, and another which can also cause blood clots, miscarriages, higher risk of abnormalities, spina bifida and down's syndrome. One reason, among others, is that my body breaks down folic acid and tries not to bring it in. The above freaks me out almost daily.
With the realization of having Leiden Factor 5 and the MTHFR mutation (yes I know what that looks short for, let's keep movin' people) I am on a high dose of blood thinners, which sounds not so bad except it's in the form of a shot, yuck. I take it once a day, in the stomach. Luckily, it really doesn't hurt, just stings a little. The worst part is the bruising. I have palm sized bruises on my stomach, which is definitely not fun. I look like mother of the year already!
All in all, I have been doing good. I get to see the doctor next Wednesday. I will be sure to update after that. Love you all!
Now to update, I have been feeling well. No morning sickness, thank goodness. Food aversions have gotten better, I am able to eat a lot more protein. And smoothies, oh you heavenly delicious thing you, with greek yogurt have been...hmmm..let me think here....one of the most amazing things I have gotten to know in the past ten weeks. I drink you up and I don't feel guilty if I have seconds, yea I said it. Am I talking to a smoothie here? Too early to blame things on hormones? Anywhoo, when I am not falling asleep on the couch I have been able to keep up on my exercise. I used to walk about two miles a day, now I am averaging about 1.7 each time. Not too shabby.
Let's see what else, oh my doctor called me a few weeks ago. After my seven week appointment I got 13 vials of blood taken. The only thing that was good about the previous sentence was being able to eat graham crackers and drink grape juice after they robbed me of my blood. Hello, grade school, I miss you. Ok back to the real story, he called me and told me I actually have two blood diseases. One, which causes blood clotting, and another which can also cause blood clots, miscarriages, higher risk of abnormalities, spina bifida and down's syndrome. One reason, among others, is that my body breaks down folic acid and tries not to bring it in. The above freaks me out almost daily.
With the realization of having Leiden Factor 5 and the MTHFR mutation (yes I know what that looks short for, let's keep movin' people) I am on a high dose of blood thinners, which sounds not so bad except it's in the form of a shot, yuck. I take it once a day, in the stomach. Luckily, it really doesn't hurt, just stings a little. The worst part is the bruising. I have palm sized bruises on my stomach, which is definitely not fun. I look like mother of the year already!
All in all, I have been doing good. I get to see the doctor next Wednesday. I will be sure to update after that. Love you all!
Friday, March 11, 2011
October 28, 2011
Is our official due date. Sorry I am just now posting, we have been in a bubble of complete bliss the past few days. I'll start from the beginning..
On Wednesday I went in and met with my new doctor. He seems like a really great doctor. Different from what I am used to, but it makes me feel more secure. He is more serious, not so many jokes, just down to business with plans and concerns. He switched up the vitamins and medications that I was on. Which made me feel great because my dad always kind of gave the side eye to what I was on. I left my appointment on Wednesday feeling great about the switch to a new doctor and nervous for the next day. For I had a sonogram. Exciting yes, but I am so used to bad news my mind totally went there.
At about 10:30 Chris meets me at the hospital (where they do the sonograms) we walk on back and wait for my name to get called.
At about 10:50 I am almost crying in pain thinking for sure this bladder is about to burst and this will not be fun for anyone around me. For the strict concern of others, I ninja sneak into the bathroom to relieve some pain. No luck I'm dying. Seriously.
Does it get anymore exciting than that? For us anyways, I really don't think so.
On Wednesday I went in and met with my new doctor. He seems like a really great doctor. Different from what I am used to, but it makes me feel more secure. He is more serious, not so many jokes, just down to business with plans and concerns. He switched up the vitamins and medications that I was on. Which made me feel great because my dad always kind of gave the side eye to what I was on. I left my appointment on Wednesday feeling great about the switch to a new doctor and nervous for the next day. For I had a sonogram. Exciting yes, but I am so used to bad news my mind totally went there.
After only getting four hours of sleep I rolled out of bed on Thursday, mixed emotions but feeling pretty ok. I get ready, drink the 32 ounces of water they make you drink before the sonogram so they can see things clearer and head out the door.
At about 10:30 Chris meets me at the hospital (where they do the sonograms) we walk on back and wait for my name to get called.
At about 10:50 I am almost crying in pain thinking for sure this bladder is about to burst and this will not be fun for anyone around me. For the strict concern of others, I ninja sneak into the bathroom to relieve some pain. No luck I'm dying. Seriously.
Finally at 11:15 they call me back. I get into the room, politely warn them I may pee all over there table and I'm sorry in advance if that does so happen. I lay back on the table they goo me up and they turn the monitor towards us. I see black, I see nothing. Freaking out I am yelling at the lady asking why there is nothing in there. She informs me that is my bladder, which is gigantic and that she is proud of me for my water drinking and pee holding abilities. That's right.
She looks down a little further and Chris and I see the most precious thing we have ever seen in our lives. We actually see a baby. A BABY! There really is a baby in there. This really is happening. Wow. She showed us the heart beat fluttering away. I literally could not believe what I was seeing.
After the ultrasound they sit you in a waiting room. I remember my nurse telling me if there is nothing wrong with the baby they will let you go. If there is something wrong, I have to wait for the doctor. As Chris and I nervously sit there all we can think is with our luck something is not right. And after about a good long 30 seconds of waiting we were sure of it. But after a whole minute she came back and told us we were free to leave. And at that point we sat there. Not believing at how incredibly perfect this day has been for us.
Here are a few pictures of our love, our little baby.
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| A little Patrick from Spongebob. Right?! |
Does it get anymore exciting than that? For us anyways, I really don't think so.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Seven Week Appointment
Holy cow. I made it to the infamous seven week appointment! Tomorrow afternoon I am going in to see the new doctor. I am really hoping it works out. I don't want finding a doctor turning into an interview process. That would be a little out of control. Onto more important things, I won't be getting an ultrasound tomorrow, total boo for sure. I guess he waits until he sees you then schedules. WHY?! To drive people crazy I suppose. Oh well, hopefully I will be getting that done this week!
So let's talk food aversions. The biggest thing I can't eat is...MEA.. Ok I can't type the full word I may get sick. Let's spell it like this, Meet. Ehh yuck. Chris is very disappointed as he is tired of eating various kid type foods and cereals. Good side.. I haven't cooked in a week! Maybe these "food aversions" should stick around for awhile. Yes Chris, I'm kidding. :o)
Well I am off, it is cruddy outside so I need to walk on the treadmill. I have been dreading it all day. Treadmills are made by the devil, yes I'm sure of it. Talk to you all soon!
So let's talk food aversions. The biggest thing I can't eat is...MEA.. Ok I can't type the full word I may get sick. Let's spell it like this, Meet. Ehh yuck. Chris is very disappointed as he is tired of eating various kid type foods and cereals. Good side.. I haven't cooked in a week! Maybe these "food aversions" should stick around for awhile. Yes Chris, I'm kidding. :o)
Well I am off, it is cruddy outside so I need to walk on the treadmill. I have been dreading it all day. Treadmills are made by the devil, yes I'm sure of it. Talk to you all soon!
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