Sunday, November 30, 2008
Baby Preparations
Stan and I have been working really hard to get everything assembled, organized, and together. I think we are finally getting to the stage where most things are complete and it is time to see the baby. Here are some pics with the completed nursery and stuff,
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
On the Down Low
These pics are not so good. He is so far down in the birth canal now that it is really hard to see him, but he is all set. His bags are packed and he is ready to go! Now the waiting game....
Thursday, November 20, 2008
37 Weeks: Full Term
YEAH! We have made it to full term offically. Man time flies in the beginning I kept thinking it seemed like things were never going to happen and then out of nowhere it feels like no time at all! In other news over the past couple of days I have noticed a drop in position so we are not too long now. I can't wait either I want to see the little man so bad.
Check back really soon for some photos- we are scheduled to get a sonogram tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.!
Check back really soon for some photos- we are scheduled to get a sonogram tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.!
Thursday, November 13, 2008
36 Weeks- 9 MONTHS!/Educated & Inverted
I have reached the 9 month mark. Only a few more weeks and I will be full term! We have been working on getting all the baby stuff cleaned and put away in the nursery. Everything is so exciting right now because it really is coming together. I can't wait until we are done with it all though and everything is quiet before the baby is here.
Physically I have been feeling pretty good although I get tired out really really fast. Sometimes it gets so bad that I feel as though I can't even stand any longer. I have been trying to get everything together for my meetings at work and trying to juggle mentoring on top of the baby stuff so my life is in full busy mode right now.
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Educated & Inverted:
So in continuation of my 36 week celebration I took a breast feeding class yesterday and actually I was really glad I went. Even though I sat next to this really immature man who kept laughing every time they showed a breast on the movie. I was able to ask all my questions too and I feel a lot more confident about trying this. I really want to breastfeed because I have read so much about the advantages and I have learned a lot of great ways to continue breastfeeding under almost any circumstance (ie if your supply is too low at the beginning there is this tube where they take some previously pumped milk and they put it next to your nipple so the whole thing goes in the babies mouth and you will have enough for that feeding. Also in going back to work ways to pump and what is recommended.) I am really hoping it works out for us considering it will save Stan and I a lot of money in the long run (which is good since I am sure that is money we don't have). It was nice to learn the different positions I can do and which are good for really large breasts. So all in all it was a super successful class and I would totally recommend it to anyone who is considering breast feeding. At first I thought all of it would just come naturally but that really isn't the case there is this art to it. Another good thing was I was able to be checked for inverted nipples which apparently I have but only slightly. This is good to know because there are things I can do to aid in breast feeding and I can have the understanding that it will effect his learning curve a little. So I won't get frustrated I will just know. I will have to talk to his pediatricians office (they have lactation consultants on staff) about getting these nipple things that make your nipples stick out when there is pressure. Also I wanted to get familiar with them since I will prob. call them all the time all frantic. Plus it might be good to let his ped. know that they are in fact the pediatrician.
Physically I have been feeling pretty good although I get tired out really really fast. Sometimes it gets so bad that I feel as though I can't even stand any longer. I have been trying to get everything together for my meetings at work and trying to juggle mentoring on top of the baby stuff so my life is in full busy mode right now.
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Educated & Inverted:
So in continuation of my 36 week celebration I took a breast feeding class yesterday and actually I was really glad I went. Even though I sat next to this really immature man who kept laughing every time they showed a breast on the movie. I was able to ask all my questions too and I feel a lot more confident about trying this. I really want to breastfeed because I have read so much about the advantages and I have learned a lot of great ways to continue breastfeeding under almost any circumstance (ie if your supply is too low at the beginning there is this tube where they take some previously pumped milk and they put it next to your nipple so the whole thing goes in the babies mouth and you will have enough for that feeding. Also in going back to work ways to pump and what is recommended.) I am really hoping it works out for us considering it will save Stan and I a lot of money in the long run (which is good since I am sure that is money we don't have). It was nice to learn the different positions I can do and which are good for really large breasts. So all in all it was a super successful class and I would totally recommend it to anyone who is considering breast feeding. At first I thought all of it would just come naturally but that really isn't the case there is this art to it. Another good thing was I was able to be checked for inverted nipples which apparently I have but only slightly. This is good to know because there are things I can do to aid in breast feeding and I can have the understanding that it will effect his learning curve a little. So I won't get frustrated I will just know. I will have to talk to his pediatricians office (they have lactation consultants on staff) about getting these nipple things that make your nipples stick out when there is pressure. Also I wanted to get familiar with them since I will prob. call them all the time all frantic. Plus it might be good to let his ped. know that they are in fact the pediatrician.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Hospital Tour
On Wednesday night we had our tour of the hospital scheduled. It was funny because we both were complaining a little about having to go on this tour of the hospital where we had gone so many times in the past several months. I really pushed us to go though and I have to admit I am really really glad we went. We knew a good amount of the things covered on the tour and we were pretty familiar with the front section of Labor and Delivery (since I had to spend six hours there at one point and let me tell you it was not comfortable) but I learned that there are suites at the end of the hospital with tub that have jets and as long as your water hasn't broken yet then you can request one of those rooms and relax in the tub. I was like score because I so would love a little jet massage!! Then we walked to the other side of L& D and saw the two operating rooms where they do the C-sections. I kept thinking please please please don't take me here. (ok its because I know full well that you aren't supposed to eat for like a day or so after the C-section and we all know that would be worse than the labor for me).
Next we walked over to the Maternal-Fetal Unit and they raised the blinds in the nursery so we could see all the little babies. Just then it hit me so hard that in just a couple of weeks we could be standing there looking at Wyatt squirming around under all the hospital worker blankets. I got a little chocked up while we were there. Fortunatly Stan was glued to the windows so he didn't notice. He was just in love the second they pulled up the blinds but I think it also pulled out some of that nervous nelly personality that he has. Stan kept getting worried that they were going to drop one of the babies or that they weren't holding them right. I think he was pretty relieved when the tour guide let us know that the new daddys can follow the babies to the nursery. While we were standing at the nursery window the desk got a call and one of the nurses left with the cart and before we knew it there was a brand new baby passing by and being taken to the nursery. It was worth it just to see all those little cuties through the window.
Next we visited the room where mom gets to stay after the big event. The second we walked in I totally flashed back to when my nephew William was born and us walking in there seeing Maggie holding him and John standing above. It was pretty cool to think about that night again and when he was just so little.
With that the tour was finished and I think Stan and I ended up being really happy that we went. It was nice to see the hospital now that we are so close to the end of the pregnancy and it gave me a nice feeling like I know what to do and how to handle the situation (I am pretty much counting on poor Stan being crazy nervous so this way I can have everything under control for both of us). Actually it may have helped to settle him down about what the actual events will be like.
Its all becoming a reality and it gets me so excited and emotional. I can't wait to see him and to hold him. I have a picture of him saved on my work computer and I look at that little face with that little hand and I just can't wait to hold him and hold his hand. I can't wait to see what he looks like and what his personality will be like. I just can't wait!!
Next we walked over to the Maternal-Fetal Unit and they raised the blinds in the nursery so we could see all the little babies. Just then it hit me so hard that in just a couple of weeks we could be standing there looking at Wyatt squirming around under all the hospital worker blankets. I got a little chocked up while we were there. Fortunatly Stan was glued to the windows so he didn't notice. He was just in love the second they pulled up the blinds but I think it also pulled out some of that nervous nelly personality that he has. Stan kept getting worried that they were going to drop one of the babies or that they weren't holding them right. I think he was pretty relieved when the tour guide let us know that the new daddys can follow the babies to the nursery. While we were standing at the nursery window the desk got a call and one of the nurses left with the cart and before we knew it there was a brand new baby passing by and being taken to the nursery. It was worth it just to see all those little cuties through the window.
Next we visited the room where mom gets to stay after the big event. The second we walked in I totally flashed back to when my nephew William was born and us walking in there seeing Maggie holding him and John standing above. It was pretty cool to think about that night again and when he was just so little.
With that the tour was finished and I think Stan and I ended up being really happy that we went. It was nice to see the hospital now that we are so close to the end of the pregnancy and it gave me a nice feeling like I know what to do and how to handle the situation (I am pretty much counting on poor Stan being crazy nervous so this way I can have everything under control for both of us). Actually it may have helped to settle him down about what the actual events will be like.
Its all becoming a reality and it gets me so excited and emotional. I can't wait to see him and to hold him. I have a picture of him saved on my work computer and I look at that little face with that little hand and I just can't wait to hold him and hold his hand. I can't wait to see what he looks like and what his personality will be like. I just can't wait!!
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Baby Shower- Nov. 2, 2008
An addition to the belly shots. Way to go Ann and Cheyanne for guessing it right on the mark. Audre and Marie were super close though!!!
Welcome Baby Wyatt- we can't wait to see you!!!!!
Daddy-to-be cuts the cake!
Can you guess how many diapers are in the cakes? I couldn't! They are sure going to come in handy though!
It's A boy feetie ballon. The balloons were super cute
Marie, Nicole, Mel, and Pappy (Pappy looks like he is lounging in the background telling a story- he is all ready to be a grandpa)
One of our games: The Price is Right, can you guess how much all this baby stuff costs (it'll amaze you how expensive those little guys are)
Aunt Sheree, Cindy, Cousin Katie, Grandma Peggy, Ann, and Chris
Marta, Bee, Linda, Karen, Saundra, Chris, and Ann
We got all sorts of great stuff to help ease Baby Wyatt's transition into the world!
Stan and I have our work cut out for us!
Welcome Baby Wyatt- we can't wait to see you!!!!!
Daddy-to-be cuts the cake!
Can you guess how many diapers are in the cakes? I couldn't! They are sure going to come in handy though!
It's A boy feetie ballon. The balloons were super cuteMarie, Nicole, Mel, and Pappy (Pappy looks like he is lounging in the background telling a story- he is all ready to be a grandpa)
One of our games: The Price is Right, can you guess how much all this baby stuff costs (it'll amaze you how expensive those little guys are)
Aunt Sheree, Cindy, Cousin Katie, Grandma Peggy, Ann, and Chris
Marta, Bee, Linda, Karen, Saundra, Chris, and Ann
We got all sorts of great stuff to help ease Baby Wyatt's transition into the world!
Stan and I have our work cut out for us!
Stan and I had a great time at the baby shower! There were all sorts of games, good food, and good friends. It was so nice to see all the people who are anxiously awaiting little Wyatt's arrival. He is truly loved! Stan and I are so thankful to our mommies for all the work they put into the shower and all the great things that they got us. They are so great and always so supportive of us. I have to say that I am extremely lucky to not only have the greatest mother in the world but the greatest mother-in-law as well. It is so great to know Wyatt has such a wonderful support team from his Grandparents to his Aunt, Uncle, and Cousin, to all our amazing friends. Thank You all so much, Stan and I love you!!!!
Belly Shots- October/ Beginning of November
First some cute Momma and Sugar pictures. She is all poofy because she hasn't had her hair cut in a while. No fear Thursday she is all set to get groomed.
I look a little funny here but she is sooo cute!
Now on with the belly shots. Here I am at the end of October beginning of November. I am 8 months- 34 weeks.
As you can see I am pretty tired! It has been crazy sometimes I get so sleepy I will fall asleep on the couch and never notice!
Yeah I finally look pregnant not just really big!! I love to watch my tummy move around and go to town.
I look a little funny here but she is sooo cute!
Now on with the belly shots. Here I am at the end of October beginning of November. I am 8 months- 34 weeks.
As you can see I am pretty tired! It has been crazy sometimes I get so sleepy I will fall asleep on the couch and never notice!
Yeah I finally look pregnant not just really big!! I love to watch my tummy move around and go to town.
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