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Friday, January 29, 2010
Breech baby...
Well, our little bundle of joy has decided that she prefers staying head up. Which, honestly - I don't blame her. I mean, when a baby flips, doesn't the blood rush to their head? Anyway, she is still breech, and doesn't seem to be budging. She has 1 week left, and if she doesn't flip by Friday, Feb 5th, we will have a c-section at 2pm that day. I have such a combination of feelings. Not that labor pains sound exciting to me, but we took the class, and practiced, and were feeling really confident about the whole labor idea. When we told our childbirth instructor, she was a bit disappointed, since she saw how enthusiastic we were about using the squatting bar and birthing ball. I mean, all things are possible, and she could very well flip this next week - but it seems very unlikely... we don't want to force her, in case something else is going on in there that we don't know about. (flipping her was an option 2 weeks ago... but there were too many factors and risks that would put her in even more danger). It's so weird to have a definite date of when this little one is coming - instead of waiting to go into labor. My pregnancy has been very easy, so I guess the rough part will just be recovery from the c-section. I'm at 38 weeks, and I don't feel huge. I don't have those feelings, of GET HER OUT... I've had SOME sleepless nights, but nothing terrible. And when I can nap during the day, it's ok. I feel she is safe inside, so let's just keep her there till she's ready. It's been great staying at home these past 3 weeks. I think a big part was getting used to just staying home. I've been in the work field for the last 13 years... so adjusting to staying home was a big help. Everything is ready now, and I am finally getting there mentally as well. We're excited to meet and hold our little girl. And, at the same time, anxious for all the unknowns... but that comes with any new adventure. We'll try to update our blog as soon as we get home from the hospital...
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Welcome to January 2010
Well, I'm posting this on January 14th, and already it's been a pretty busy month.
All involving our sweet little one who is still on her way.
When I went in for my 33week appointment in December, my blood pressure was a little higher than normal. Not too high, but higher than what it had been through my pregnancy (always VERY normal). In addition, my feet had swelled up... but with 2 weeks off for the Christmas break immediately after, my feet had most of the break, and didn't swell up once.
On January 8th, (after returning back to work) I went in for my 35week appointment, and my blood pressure was even higher, and my feet had swelled up again. In addition, that same day I had accidentally gotten elbowed in the abdomen by a student who was playing at recess. With both of these incidents, my midwife ORDERED me to be done with work THAT DAY. According to disability, I was eligible to start on the 13th, but I had decided to work until Jan 22nd, just to be busy. So, that was quite a shock to find out that THAT day was my last day, and I hadn't even said goodbye to the students or other teachers!
In addition, she decided to give me a NonStressTest just to make sure the baby was ok. During the test, she noticed an interesting measurement, and then sent me to the HOSPITAL to get monitored further. This, of course, scared me. I called Logan immediately and said, Meet me at the hospital. He rushed over, and we spent the next 6 hours at the hospital getting the baby monitored and talking. FORTUNATELY, all is well. The baby's heart rate was FINE, and all the blood tests and ultra sound came out normal, so there was no worry. The Dr wouldn't normally be worried about getting elbowed, but since our baby is STILL BREECH... they just wanted to make sure.
We have been taking parenting/childbirth classes which has been preparing us for the arrival of this little one. However, after a trip to the hospital, we had a WAKE UP CALL, and we realized we are NOT ready for this baby to come. So, last weekend, we packed our hospital bags, put the car seat bases in the cars, and are really concentrating this week on having everything absolutely ready.
Now we just have to work on the mental preparation for her to come. Mostly me. People ask me if I'm ready for her to come, or sick of being pregnant - and my answer is NO. I feel like this pregnancy has gone by TOO FAST, and without any major sickness or complications, it really hasn't been that bad. Just some uncomforts due to compressed nerves. But, I have really enjoyed being pregnant - and at this point, don't want it to end. (I've been told this will change at week 38 - we'll see). In addition, first time motherhood fears are present. Of course, I can't wait to meet her, and hold her, BUT it's a lot of responsibility, and a HUGE change to our life. So, I'm just trying to enjoy the quiet and flexibility we have now, before that completely changes :) I'm sure once she comes, I'll be just fine. It's just the unknown of labor, breastfeeding, late nights, crying, etc. I'm expecting a very cranky colicky baby, and a terrible delivery. Then, hopefully it won't be as bad as I expect :) But, we'll see...
Now that I've been home - it's been A LOT easier to mentally prepare. I'm getting plenty of sleep and rest. And, as I organize and prepare for the baby's arrival - it really helps me get ready. In addition, it's nice to get used to staying at home, because that in itself is just an adjustment. I'm grateful for this time off before the baby comes.
New Year weekend, I had quite a growth spurt. I had gained about 4 lbs in 2 weeks, and my tummy had grown 5 centimeters!!! At 35 weeks, it was 38cm! I woke up Sunday morning - and Logan and I both were in shock at the size of my tummy. Weirdly though - at my 36 week appt I had lost 2 lbs and my measurement was 36cm. So, either someone measured wrong, or my 35week appt I was more swollen. Who knows :)
As of now - I have an appointment on Monday - if the baby is still breech - then my Dr will try to turn her next week sometime. If that doesn't work, then we will schedule a c-section for week 39, unless she flips on her own.. which I am trying to get her to do with some yoga moves and encouragement :)
Today is officially the beginning of my 9th month!!!
Can you believe it? I can't.
Here are some pictures:
Here we are enjoying a day at the temple. Hoping to squeeze as many of these in as possible.
When I went in for my 33week appointment in December, my blood pressure was a little higher than normal. Not too high, but higher than what it had been through my pregnancy (always VERY normal). In addition, my feet had swelled up... but with 2 weeks off for the Christmas break immediately after, my feet had most of the break, and didn't swell up once.
On January 8th, (after returning back to work) I went in for my 35week appointment, and my blood pressure was even higher, and my feet had swelled up again. In addition, that same day I had accidentally gotten elbowed in the abdomen by a student who was playing at recess. With both of these incidents, my midwife ORDERED me to be done with work THAT DAY. According to disability, I was eligible to start on the 13th, but I had decided to work until Jan 22nd, just to be busy. So, that was quite a shock to find out that THAT day was my last day, and I hadn't even said goodbye to the students or other teachers!
In addition, she decided to give me a NonStressTest just to make sure the baby was ok. During the test, she noticed an interesting measurement, and then sent me to the HOSPITAL to get monitored further. This, of course, scared me. I called Logan immediately and said, Meet me at the hospital. He rushed over, and we spent the next 6 hours at the hospital getting the baby monitored and talking. FORTUNATELY, all is well. The baby's heart rate was FINE, and all the blood tests and ultra sound came out normal, so there was no worry. The Dr wouldn't normally be worried about getting elbowed, but since our baby is STILL BREECH... they just wanted to make sure.
We have been taking parenting/childbirth classes which has been preparing us for the arrival of this little one. However, after a trip to the hospital, we had a WAKE UP CALL, and we realized we are NOT ready for this baby to come. So, last weekend, we packed our hospital bags, put the car seat bases in the cars, and are really concentrating this week on having everything absolutely ready.Now we just have to work on the mental preparation for her to come. Mostly me. People ask me if I'm ready for her to come, or sick of being pregnant - and my answer is NO. I feel like this pregnancy has gone by TOO FAST, and without any major sickness or complications, it really hasn't been that bad. Just some uncomforts due to compressed nerves. But, I have really enjoyed being pregnant - and at this point, don't want it to end. (I've been told this will change at week 38 - we'll see). In addition, first time motherhood fears are present. Of course, I can't wait to meet her, and hold her, BUT it's a lot of responsibility, and a HUGE change to our life. So, I'm just trying to enjoy the quiet and flexibility we have now, before that completely changes :) I'm sure once she comes, I'll be just fine. It's just the unknown of labor, breastfeeding, late nights, crying, etc. I'm expecting a very cranky colicky baby, and a terrible delivery. Then, hopefully it won't be as bad as I expect :) But, we'll see...
Now that I've been home - it's been A LOT easier to mentally prepare. I'm getting plenty of sleep and rest. And, as I organize and prepare for the baby's arrival - it really helps me get ready. In addition, it's nice to get used to staying at home, because that in itself is just an adjustment. I'm grateful for this time off before the baby comes.
New Year weekend, I had quite a growth spurt. I had gained about 4 lbs in 2 weeks, and my tummy had grown 5 centimeters!!! At 35 weeks, it was 38cm! I woke up Sunday morning - and Logan and I both were in shock at the size of my tummy. Weirdly though - at my 36 week appt I had lost 2 lbs and my measurement was 36cm. So, either someone measured wrong, or my 35week appt I was more swollen. Who knows :)
As of now - I have an appointment on Monday - if the baby is still breech - then my Dr will try to turn her next week sometime. If that doesn't work, then we will schedule a c-section for week 39, unless she flips on her own.. which I am trying to get her to do with some yoga moves and encouragement :)
Today is officially the beginning of my 9th month!!!
Can you believe it? I can't.
Here are some pictures:
Here we are enjoying a day at the temple. Hoping to squeeze as many of these in as possible.
December 2009
December was a pretty low key month.
With no travel plans, we stayed close to home.
Which was nice... it was peaceful and relaxing.
I was surprised at work one day, when my students (mostly the parents), threw me a surprise baby shower.
It was really cute to see them try to keep their secrets as we got closer to the time, and they surprised me with some very useful giftcards for the baby.
Here's a picture of the cake they brought for the party.
Logan took a class to get his firearms permit - hopefully this will help in the job search - and it never hurts to add more credentials and education on your resume.
He was gone all day on a Saturday, so I headed up to Sacramento, and spent a few hours with Amanda, Scott, Simon, and my Grandma Lola and her husband Clair.
We had some Christmas celebrations with Logan's family, since they all live nearby.
We had a cupcake decorating contest with his dad...
which Felecia won!!!
but unfortunately, we have no pictures of.
We also went with him to the annual Creche exhibit in Palo Alto.
Here is a card that Logan's grandmother made of a nativity using dried flower petals.
She's very creative and artistic.
We also went to Cripps Court and enjoyed the Christmas lights with Logan's mom,
and brother Peter's family.
Christmas morning we woke up, and had our own Christmas together.
Our Christmas gift to each other this year was the Wii...
(thank you gift cards that we had saved up - from students/family/etc)
so it didn't take long to open that one.
Then we skyped my parents and opened their gifts.
Afterwards, we went to Logan's brother's house,
(Peter/Heather, and their children Katie and Hailey)
and had a very yummy breakfast.
Logan's mom was there as well.
We had a good time with the girls and
Logan REALLY enjoyed playing their PS3RockBand2.
For New Years, my sister Amanda and her husband Scott and son Simon (and one on the way)... came for a visit.
By that point, we had purchased our own RockBand2 for our Wii (love those gift cards).
Logan and Scott became addicted to playing for their Pit Stains Band.
They spent hours playing...
We had a great weekend... and enjoyed the music and relaxing.
Lastly - Logan and I attacked a nearly impossible project. We have this rocking chair that is VERY comfortable, but not so pretty. So we bought some material, and attempted covering it. When my friend Leslie was here - she helped by outlining a rough pattern - and we took that a created this. I have to say - I am very impressed with our work. It looks great in the baby's room now.
Here is my 8 month picture:
Which was nice... it was peaceful and relaxing.
I was surprised at work one day, when my students (mostly the parents), threw me a surprise baby shower.
It was really cute to see them try to keep their secrets as we got closer to the time, and they surprised me with some very useful giftcards for the baby.
Here's a picture of the cake they brought for the party.
Logan took a class to get his firearms permit - hopefully this will help in the job search - and it never hurts to add more credentials and education on your resume.
He was gone all day on a Saturday, so I headed up to Sacramento, and spent a few hours with Amanda, Scott, Simon, and my Grandma Lola and her husband Clair.
We had some Christmas celebrations with Logan's family, since they all live nearby.
We had a cupcake decorating contest with his dad...
which Felecia won!!!
but unfortunately, we have no pictures of.
We also went with him to the annual Creche exhibit in Palo Alto.
Here is a card that Logan's grandmother made of a nativity using dried flower petals.
She's very creative and artistic.
We also went to Cripps Court and enjoyed the Christmas lights with Logan's mom,
and brother Peter's family.
Christmas morning we woke up, and had our own Christmas together.Our Christmas gift to each other this year was the Wii...
(thank you gift cards that we had saved up - from students/family/etc)
so it didn't take long to open that one.
Then we skyped my parents and opened their gifts.
Afterwards, we went to Logan's brother's house,
(Peter/Heather, and their children Katie and Hailey)
and had a very yummy breakfast.
Logan's mom was there as well.
We had a good time with the girls and
Logan REALLY enjoyed playing their PS3RockBand2.
For New Years, my sister Amanda and her husband Scott and son Simon (and one on the way)... came for a visit.
By that point, we had purchased our own RockBand2 for our Wii (love those gift cards).
Logan and Scott became addicted to playing for their Pit Stains Band.
They spent hours playing...
We had a great weekend... and enjoyed the music and relaxing.
Lastly - Logan and I attacked a nearly impossible project. We have this rocking chair that is VERY comfortable, but not so pretty. So we bought some material, and attempted covering it. When my friend Leslie was here - she helped by outlining a rough pattern - and we took that a created this. I have to say - I am very impressed with our work. It looks great in the baby's room now.
Here is my 8 month picture:
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