Monday, July 06, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Baby Thoughts
So, I know that I have not blogged forever. I feel like there is not much going on. I could complain some more about feeling crummy, but who wants to hear about that? Or about how all 4 of us have been passing around a nasty cold. Or about how Emmy and Pooky are constantly arguing and annoying each other. That is fun. Hitting is the new problem. All I ever hear is "moooommmmm..... (insert name here) just hit meeeeee........". SO annoying.
No, instead I will write about Baby Gummy Bear, who is currently about 14 week gestation. Truly, I am feeling a lot better, but still not 100% and I am not sure if I will be any time soon - but I am okay with that. For the most part I am fine - I feel like I am back to doing my regular schedule, just with a few breaks and naps when I get the chance.
I am still very, very nervous about Gummy. Even though we had a good heartbeat at my 12 weeks visit a couple of weeks back (no ultrasound that day), I am still worried. I know that I really don't have any control over it - if something goes wrong and Gummy is not okay, then there is not anything I can do about it - but I hate the possibility of not knowing. Until I can start feeling regular movements, I will worry. However, today I decided to rent a fetal doppler - so I can check the heartbeat whenever I want for peace of mind. Hopefully I will have it by this weekend, and I really think it will help me relax a bit.
On a positive side, my next ultrasound is the 1st week of August. I have been very back and forth about whether or not we should find out the sex of little Gummy. Since we have already had a boy and a girl, I have plenty of clothes and supplies for each gender. And it might be a fun surprise to wait.... but I really don't think I want to. Even though I already have all the baby stuff, I still want to plan ahead and know what to have ready. What do you think??
I am also considering starting cloth diapering again with Gummy. We did it with Pooky for about 4 months last year and it was okay. I had problems with leaking, especially if he was riding in his carseat longer than 10 minutes and at bedtime. We tried a couple of different covers, and I used doublers over my prefolds during those "high-leak" times, but it still wasn't perfect. I did not mind cleaning the diapers, and I loved not having to buy disposibles. However, I got lazy and went back to them because of convenience. We'll see if I try it again, this time right from the start.
I look like a beached whale. Not pregnant, just fat. That is all I have to say about that.
And I am tired. Nap time for everyone.... :)
No, instead I will write about Baby Gummy Bear, who is currently about 14 week gestation. Truly, I am feeling a lot better, but still not 100% and I am not sure if I will be any time soon - but I am okay with that. For the most part I am fine - I feel like I am back to doing my regular schedule, just with a few breaks and naps when I get the chance.
I am still very, very nervous about Gummy. Even though we had a good heartbeat at my 12 weeks visit a couple of weeks back (no ultrasound that day), I am still worried. I know that I really don't have any control over it - if something goes wrong and Gummy is not okay, then there is not anything I can do about it - but I hate the possibility of not knowing. Until I can start feeling regular movements, I will worry. However, today I decided to rent a fetal doppler - so I can check the heartbeat whenever I want for peace of mind. Hopefully I will have it by this weekend, and I really think it will help me relax a bit.
On a positive side, my next ultrasound is the 1st week of August. I have been very back and forth about whether or not we should find out the sex of little Gummy. Since we have already had a boy and a girl, I have plenty of clothes and supplies for each gender. And it might be a fun surprise to wait.... but I really don't think I want to. Even though I already have all the baby stuff, I still want to plan ahead and know what to have ready. What do you think??
I am also considering starting cloth diapering again with Gummy. We did it with Pooky for about 4 months last year and it was okay. I had problems with leaking, especially if he was riding in his carseat longer than 10 minutes and at bedtime. We tried a couple of different covers, and I used doublers over my prefolds during those "high-leak" times, but it still wasn't perfect. I did not mind cleaning the diapers, and I loved not having to buy disposibles. However, I got lazy and went back to them because of convenience. We'll see if I try it again, this time right from the start.
I look like a beached whale. Not pregnant, just fat. That is all I have to say about that.
And I am tired. Nap time for everyone.... :)
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Crazy Busy...
Just a quick update - we have been running non-stop for the past week. We have had something going on every day, usually during the day, then we are busy in the evenings too - play groups, birthday parties, t-ball, bible study, dinner with friends, pool party... I am exhausted, and today I declined a play date invitation just because we needed a break!
I am starting to feel a bit better. The nausea is still there, but it doesn't seem to be bothering me all day like it was before. My 12 week OB appointment is next week so I am praying for healthy growth and a strong heartbeat! I feel huge already - I am well into my maternity clothes, even though I have actually lost 4 pounds (having no appetite will do that to you!).
And it is super hot outside - going out there now to fill up our little plastic pool in the driveway for the kids to play!
Finally, a couple of random pictures - the first is our garden which has grown tremendously and we should have fresh veggies very soon! The second one is our pretty backyard and back porch - everything looks so nice and green and my flowers and plants are doing well! Happy summer!
I am starting to feel a bit better. The nausea is still there, but it doesn't seem to be bothering me all day like it was before. My 12 week OB appointment is next week so I am praying for healthy growth and a strong heartbeat! I feel huge already - I am well into my maternity clothes, even though I have actually lost 4 pounds (having no appetite will do that to you!).
And it is super hot outside - going out there now to fill up our little plastic pool in the driveway for the kids to play!
Finally, a couple of random pictures - the first is our garden which has grown tremendously and we should have fresh veggies very soon! The second one is our pretty backyard and back porch - everything looks so nice and green and my flowers and plants are doing well! Happy summer!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
I Feel Crummy...
So, let's talk about this gummy bear...
I am 10 weeks along now. I have been feeling incredibly nauseous and tired since about week 5. I am starting to forget what normal feels like. Some days are better than others, and I am praying that the nausea will subside around 12 weeks, like it did when I was pregnant with Emmy.
With Emmy, I was also very nauseous, had no appetite, and just the smell of food made me want to toss my cookies. However, it was easier to manage then - I wasn't chasing 2 small children around the house. I was working full time, at a desk, with a flexible job that if I needed to go home early or take a 3 hour lunch I could. Fortunately, as I said, I felt much better after 12-13 weeks, even if I still did not have much of an appetite, at least I felt normal.
With Pooky, I had very little nausea or morning sickness. I was actually very concerned that he was not developing properly, or that something was wrong, because I didn't feel sick. Of course he was fine, it was just a much easier 1st trimester.
That said, Ray thinks that this one must be a girl. I feel inclined to agree at this point, but I am terrible at guessing these sorts of things.
I have tried several different medications for the nausea this time around. Per my OB, I started by taking doses of vitamin B6 along with Dramamine. I tried SeaBands, those stretchy bracelets that you wear on your wrists that apply pressure to relieve nausea - very little relief for me. Then I got a prescription for Reglan. Which did nothing. Finally I got a script for Zofran, which is supposed the be the best one. It does work, but only for about an hour or two, and I can only take it every 6 hours - and it is super expensive and my insurance will only pay for 12 at a time - so I feel like I am rationing them out, only taking them when I have something I need to do, or am feeling really lousy.
Emmy is super excited. Pooky is clueless. Emmy has surprised me with how much she remembers from when Pooky was born. It will be interesting to see how Pook reacts once the little one is actually here...
So..... blah is how I am feeling. Ray has been awesome, helping me out with the housework and the kids more than usual. I am terrified that I will feel this badly for the entire 9 months.... but just praying for healthy growth of my little gummy bear.
I am 10 weeks along now. I have been feeling incredibly nauseous and tired since about week 5. I am starting to forget what normal feels like. Some days are better than others, and I am praying that the nausea will subside around 12 weeks, like it did when I was pregnant with Emmy.
With Emmy, I was also very nauseous, had no appetite, and just the smell of food made me want to toss my cookies. However, it was easier to manage then - I wasn't chasing 2 small children around the house. I was working full time, at a desk, with a flexible job that if I needed to go home early or take a 3 hour lunch I could. Fortunately, as I said, I felt much better after 12-13 weeks, even if I still did not have much of an appetite, at least I felt normal.
With Pooky, I had very little nausea or morning sickness. I was actually very concerned that he was not developing properly, or that something was wrong, because I didn't feel sick. Of course he was fine, it was just a much easier 1st trimester.
That said, Ray thinks that this one must be a girl. I feel inclined to agree at this point, but I am terrible at guessing these sorts of things.
I have tried several different medications for the nausea this time around. Per my OB, I started by taking doses of vitamin B6 along with Dramamine. I tried SeaBands, those stretchy bracelets that you wear on your wrists that apply pressure to relieve nausea - very little relief for me. Then I got a prescription for Reglan. Which did nothing. Finally I got a script for Zofran, which is supposed the be the best one. It does work, but only for about an hour or two, and I can only take it every 6 hours - and it is super expensive and my insurance will only pay for 12 at a time - so I feel like I am rationing them out, only taking them when I have something I need to do, or am feeling really lousy.
Emmy is super excited. Pooky is clueless. Emmy has surprised me with how much she remembers from when Pooky was born. It will be interesting to see how Pook reacts once the little one is actually here...
So..... blah is how I am feeling. Ray has been awesome, helping me out with the housework and the kids more than usual. I am terrified that I will feel this badly for the entire 9 months.... but just praying for healthy growth of my little gummy bear.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
T-Ball
This week, Emmy started playing t-ball. I wasn't sure what to expect - Emmy has never played any type of sport yet, and when she gets nervous, she will sometimes get shy, cry, and not want to do anything - so I had images of her clinging to my leg, refusing to go play with her team, or standing in the outfield crying because she did not want to play. Luckily, none of that happened, she LOVES it. And it turns out that watching a group of 4 and 5 year olds play t-ball is hilarious. It is total chaos. Both teams take a turn hitting, and everyone gets to hit the ball. No one ever gets "out" because the concept of fielding the ball then throwing it to the proper person, who then has to actually catch the ball is non-existant. But, it is very funny. And the coach is awesome with the kids, very patient despite how frustrating that job must be! :)
My little t-ball player! She is so stinkin cute!
I love this photo. The ball is over on the left side. One kids is chasing it. Emmy is just standing there. 2 other kids are not even paying attention. And the kid in the red shirt is supposed to be running to 3rd base, is not really running in the right direction. All I can do is laugh.
Emmy (and 1/2 of the other players) kept sitting down while on the field. It must be very tiring to play t-ball.
Pooky, shoving his face full of snack mix, and being very cute. :)
Emmy hits the ball! Go Emmy Go!
Go team!
My little t-ball player! She is so stinkin cute!
I love this photo. The ball is over on the left side. One kids is chasing it. Emmy is just standing there. 2 other kids are not even paying attention. And the kid in the red shirt is supposed to be running to 3rd base, is not really running in the right direction. All I can do is laugh.
Emmy (and 1/2 of the other players) kept sitting down while on the field. It must be very tiring to play t-ball.
Pooky, shoving his face full of snack mix, and being very cute. :)
Emmy hits the ball! Go Emmy Go!
Go team!
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Gummy Bear
So, I have been a bit absent lately. I have not been feeling so great and the last thing I have wanted to do is sit at the computer. But, I have news....
This.....
Which very quickly turned to this....
(And still is...)
BUT...... we have this....
1 little gummy bear, 8 weeks along :)
This.....
Which very quickly turned to this....
(And still is...)
BUT...... we have this....
1 little gummy bear, 8 weeks along :)
Sunday, May 03, 2009
More Jokes by Emmy
She is slowly getting better at her jokes. These are from tonight....
Q: Why did the chicken cross the table?
A: To eat everyone's food!
and...
Q: Why did six run away from seven?
A: Because nine was eating seven!
(love it! Close, but not quite right!)
Q: Why did the chicken cross the table?
A: To eat everyone's food!
and...
Q: Why did six run away from seven?
A: Because nine was eating seven!
(love it! Close, but not quite right!)
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Goat Farm
Last week, our playgroup visited a local farm to see the baby goats. I have to say, I wasn't too excited about it - goats did not seem terribly fun to me - but we all had a really nice time! The owners were great with the kids and showed us all around - and the kids LOVED seeing the baby goats run around, eat from a bottle, and make funny goat sounds.
The owners of the farm also make a lot of goat milk products - such as cheese, ice cream, and skin products. We got to sample the cheeses and ice cream - both of which were excellent. I also bought some insect repellent that is made from the goat milk along with lemon grass and citronella. I am hoping it will work for Emmy, who is constantly getting bitten by mosquitoes and reacts so badly to them.
A few photos from our morning:
Emmy and her best friend checking out the baby goats
More goats, up close and personal
Emmy really liked the black and white spotted goat
Emmy and her friends!
The owners of the farm also make a lot of goat milk products - such as cheese, ice cream, and skin products. We got to sample the cheeses and ice cream - both of which were excellent. I also bought some insect repellent that is made from the goat milk along with lemon grass and citronella. I am hoping it will work for Emmy, who is constantly getting bitten by mosquitoes and reacts so badly to them.
A few photos from our morning:
Emmy and her best friend checking out the baby goats
More goats, up close and personal
Emmy really liked the black and white spotted goat
Emmy and her friends!
Sunday, April 26, 2009
I am Sleepy...
We have all been battling a cold this past week. Pooky has hardly slept. He has been in my bed almost every night. I wouldn't mind, because I should be enjoying the extra snuggle time... but he insists on sleeping on top of me. On my shoulder and arm, or just leaning up against my back. So I am not sleeping either. And I am SO tired.
Here's to a better week!
Here's to a better week!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
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