First Trip, Headed Home
Granny, Great Grandma and Rae
Granny, Great Grandma, Me, Rae, Great Auntie Polly, Aunite Em
The NEW Thomas Family, day we went home
Rae and Santa at Bass Pro
Monday, December 26, 2011
2 weeks old
It is hard to believe two weeks have already gone by. Our little girl has already changed a great deal and I'm falling more in love with her each day. So much has happened in her first two weeks of life! She's been to her Auntie Em's college graduation 3 hours away and she's been to Illinois to see her daddy's family and friends. She's been to Walmart a few times. She's been to Bass Pro to see Santa. She's been snuggled up close at home with her Momma and Papa. She's been sniffed by her brothers. She's been in a million outfits, one of which got stuck on her head. :( She's had cloth diapers put on her butt. She's pooped and peed on the bed and made me laugh at her poops and pees. She's had a million pictures taken sleeping and awake. She's cried a few tears and had many silent screaming bouts. (Scares her Momma when she does her silent screams and she doesn't breathe.)
I know I have had a great 2 weeks getting to know Raelynn and watching her smile and scrunch her face. I've had a few moments of sadness and moments where I have no idea what to do next! Raelynn has had a few days so far where she spends the afternoon very upset, but I'm guessing it is because she is overtired. Often I rock or pat her to sleep in the afternoon. I LOVE holding her and snuggling with her. She can always make me smile!
I've been doing good. I'm back into my pre-pregnancy pants for the most part. All the extra skin is still hanging over the top, but my skin stretched slowly for 10 months and it isn't going to go back to place over night. Breastfeeding has been going great! Lately, she's been taking a mouth full and then letting it all fall out, making both of us very sticky! She gained all of her weight back plus 1 ounce in the first week. She goes back at 8 weeks for her first round of shots and check up.
She has been eating about every 2.5-3 hours except some nights she will go 4 or more hours. When she rides in the car she can go longer without eating (about 4 hours). Some nights it is a challenge to get her back to sleep, so her and I rock in the recliner after eating. Often I fall asleep there and we spend a few hours in the recliner sleeping. She HATES her clothes being changed about 90% of the time as well as her diaper being changed. She's had one real bath since her cord fell off, and she didn't like it either. She sleeps on her belly at night because that is the only way she will sleep longer. She has awesome neck and head control so I'm not too concerned with her sleeping on her belly. Plus, I'm going to do what helps us all sleep. (Although her Papa sleeps through her cries.) She still uses her pacifier often. She got a new pacifier this weekend with a caterpillar attached so we can all find it easier. She does great with the dogs barking and sniffing her; she doesn't wake up. She does VERY well in her Moby wrap when we go out. Often she gets in there and sleeps making Walmart trips and eating out very easy!
Her Papa and I are enjoying every minute with our pretty girl!
Happy Holidays,
The Thomas Family
I know I have had a great 2 weeks getting to know Raelynn and watching her smile and scrunch her face. I've had a few moments of sadness and moments where I have no idea what to do next! Raelynn has had a few days so far where she spends the afternoon very upset, but I'm guessing it is because she is overtired. Often I rock or pat her to sleep in the afternoon. I LOVE holding her and snuggling with her. She can always make me smile!
I've been doing good. I'm back into my pre-pregnancy pants for the most part. All the extra skin is still hanging over the top, but my skin stretched slowly for 10 months and it isn't going to go back to place over night. Breastfeeding has been going great! Lately, she's been taking a mouth full and then letting it all fall out, making both of us very sticky! She gained all of her weight back plus 1 ounce in the first week. She goes back at 8 weeks for her first round of shots and check up.
She has been eating about every 2.5-3 hours except some nights she will go 4 or more hours. When she rides in the car she can go longer without eating (about 4 hours). Some nights it is a challenge to get her back to sleep, so her and I rock in the recliner after eating. Often I fall asleep there and we spend a few hours in the recliner sleeping. She HATES her clothes being changed about 90% of the time as well as her diaper being changed. She's had one real bath since her cord fell off, and she didn't like it either. She sleeps on her belly at night because that is the only way she will sleep longer. She has awesome neck and head control so I'm not too concerned with her sleeping on her belly. Plus, I'm going to do what helps us all sleep. (Although her Papa sleeps through her cries.) She still uses her pacifier often. She got a new pacifier this weekend with a caterpillar attached so we can all find it easier. She does great with the dogs barking and sniffing her; she doesn't wake up. She does VERY well in her Moby wrap when we go out. Often she gets in there and sleeps making Walmart trips and eating out very easy!
Her Papa and I are enjoying every minute with our pretty girl!
Happy Holidays,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
And... She makes her debut!!!!
December 9, 2011 Raelynn Marie Thomas made her entrance into the world. Weighing a whopping 8 pounds 11 ounces. Measuring 21 inches long. Dark hair, gray eyes, perfect skin, and the most beautiful thing I have ever seen!
And now for her story. We decided to induce on Thursday night, having to be at the hospital at 4:45. I worked all day Thursday and Ryan cleaned house and got things ready at home, then came to pick me up at school. Auntie Em came to school to hang out for the day. We went out and got Arbys for dinner, not knowing when I would get to eat again. Ryan, Auntie Em, and I arrived at the hospital and got checked in. IV was started, but no meds yet, and the doctor came in to insert the Cervidil. (A pill inserted next to the cervix to thin it out.) At this point in time, 6:00 pm, I was dilated to a 1.5. The contractions began and were like all of the other contractions I'd been feeling, not painful, but I could tell they were there. Granny Prouhet arrived at about 7. We all sat around and visited. They had a constant monitor on Raelynn's heart rate and on my contractions. I wasn't aloud to get up and move around much because of the Cervidil. Granny and Auntie Em left about 10 to go home and let the dogs out. We were going to call them and let them know when things were progressing.
About 10, I started to feel more intense contractions that didn't really let up. There was a constant pressure, but nothing more. About 2 they checked me again and I was dilated to a 2 or 3. They called the doctor and she said they could take the Cervidil out and see how things progressed. They were hoping contractions would continue and intensify on their own, but they could also decrease and stop. Well, I got lucky and my contractions increased and intensified. I asked if I could get in the jacuzzi tub and was aloud to get in for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes I had to get out and be on the monitors for at least 20 minutes to check on Raelynn's heart rate. Well, because the contractions were painful by this point, the only way I could get through them was by leaning forward. Leaning forward resulted in the monitors being shifted and not catching her heart rate. So instead of being 20 minutes, it was closer to over an hour. The nurse finally had to come in and hold the monitor on my belly to keep her heart rate on the monitor. By 5:15 am they had monitored Raelynn's heart rate long enough and the nurse was going to allow me to get back in the tub, begin on IV meds, or get an Epidural. I told the nurse I wanted to get in the tub for a while and then start IV meds. She checked me and I was at a 7. The nurse told Ryan that it was probably a good idea to make his phone calls to get Granny and Auntie Em back into the hospital. They got the call at 5:30 ish and were at the hospital at about 6. I went and got in the tub and about 3 contractions later I was back out because I felt the need to push. They checked me at 6 and I was at a 9 to a 9.5. So within about a half an hour I was about fully dilated. They were working on calling the doctor and she was there by 6:30. They set up all of their things. I had been pushing just a little since about 6 and when the doctor got there she said I could push when I felt I needed to. I pushed for a little over a half hour and by 7:08 Raelynn made her debut. She was out in one push, and that was the best feeling in the world! The other greatest thing about my delivery besides getting to finally see our daughter was being able to have her all natural. (Except for getting things started.) I always wanted to have a natural birth, knowing women had been doing so for centuries. Although, if I would have had to go much longer or had not dilated almost fully in 2 hours I would have gone with some sort of medication. I am so proud of myself for being able to live out my dream.
In this time, they wanted to hold my legs up so I could get a better push. Well, the nurse had one, and Ryan had the other. But, he didn't make it all the way through. He ended up very white and having to lay down so he didn't pass out. Thankfully Granny was there to help take Ryan's place. All of the nurses throughout the 10 hour labor and delivery were EXCELLENT!!! Actually beyond excellent. They coached me through each contraction and each push. I was surprised they didn't tell me how to breathe or how to push or when to push. The doctor didn't tell me how or when to push either. It was all instinct.
They placed her on my chest immediately and Ryan got to cut the cord. She didn't really cry much until they took her away to weigh her and do their testing. Then she started screaming and holding her breath. All of their testing looked great! They did have to check her blood sugar because she was so big, but all of their tests came back in the normal range.
While they were cleaning her up, the doctor did have to stitch me as I had a 2 degree tear. After feeding RaelynnRaelynn's first bath. There again she was screaming and holding her breath, but she made it through and the nurse was fantastic.
We had a few visitors in the hospital. ALL of the nurses I had throughout our stay were excellent! Very helpful and were able to answer any questions we had. The doctor came in on Saturday and Sunday to check Raelynn out and every time things were great! They actually did more monitoring on me than they did on her. However they had to run all of the tests on her. We got to check out Sunday at about 11.
Our car ride home went well. Raelynn slept the whole time except for when we got off the highway and our bumpy drive through town. Being home that last few days has been wonderful! We're up about every 2 hours feeding in the night, but that is to be expected. My milk came in yesterday and so I don't know if it was the switch in her food or if it was something I ate, but she was very gassy yesterday and crying because it hurt.
She had her first bath today at home and it went well. She does not like to be changed or messed with once she is comfortable. She smiles in her sleep. We can't keep socks on her cold feet.
Immediately after she made her debut and she was on the table being checked she had her fingers in her mouth. She has her fingers in her mouth or near her mouth constantly. It was funny because in all of her ultrasounds she had her hands by her face. Like mother, like daughter! She looks beautiful in her pink!
This week we are hanging out at the house while Ryan works. Auntie Em is coming up today to hang out for a few days. Then on Saturday, Raelynn and I are making our way to Kirksville to watch her Auntie Em graduate from Truman State University.
I'll find some time to put pictures up of her. I hope everyone has a wonderful week! I know I am going to soak up our little girl!
Love,
The Thomas Family
And now for her story. We decided to induce on Thursday night, having to be at the hospital at 4:45. I worked all day Thursday and Ryan cleaned house and got things ready at home, then came to pick me up at school. Auntie Em came to school to hang out for the day. We went out and got Arbys for dinner, not knowing when I would get to eat again. Ryan, Auntie Em, and I arrived at the hospital and got checked in. IV was started, but no meds yet, and the doctor came in to insert the Cervidil. (A pill inserted next to the cervix to thin it out.) At this point in time, 6:00 pm, I was dilated to a 1.5. The contractions began and were like all of the other contractions I'd been feeling, not painful, but I could tell they were there. Granny Prouhet arrived at about 7. We all sat around and visited. They had a constant monitor on Raelynn's heart rate and on my contractions. I wasn't aloud to get up and move around much because of the Cervidil. Granny and Auntie Em left about 10 to go home and let the dogs out. We were going to call them and let them know when things were progressing.
About 10, I started to feel more intense contractions that didn't really let up. There was a constant pressure, but nothing more. About 2 they checked me again and I was dilated to a 2 or 3. They called the doctor and she said they could take the Cervidil out and see how things progressed. They were hoping contractions would continue and intensify on their own, but they could also decrease and stop. Well, I got lucky and my contractions increased and intensified. I asked if I could get in the jacuzzi tub and was aloud to get in for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes I had to get out and be on the monitors for at least 20 minutes to check on Raelynn's heart rate. Well, because the contractions were painful by this point, the only way I could get through them was by leaning forward. Leaning forward resulted in the monitors being shifted and not catching her heart rate. So instead of being 20 minutes, it was closer to over an hour. The nurse finally had to come in and hold the monitor on my belly to keep her heart rate on the monitor. By 5:15 am they had monitored Raelynn's heart rate long enough and the nurse was going to allow me to get back in the tub, begin on IV meds, or get an Epidural. I told the nurse I wanted to get in the tub for a while and then start IV meds. She checked me and I was at a 7. The nurse told Ryan that it was probably a good idea to make his phone calls to get Granny and Auntie Em back into the hospital. They got the call at 5:30 ish and were at the hospital at about 6. I went and got in the tub and about 3 contractions later I was back out because I felt the need to push. They checked me at 6 and I was at a 9 to a 9.5. So within about a half an hour I was about fully dilated. They were working on calling the doctor and she was there by 6:30. They set up all of their things. I had been pushing just a little since about 6 and when the doctor got there she said I could push when I felt I needed to. I pushed for a little over a half hour and by 7:08 Raelynn made her debut. She was out in one push, and that was the best feeling in the world! The other greatest thing about my delivery besides getting to finally see our daughter was being able to have her all natural. (Except for getting things started.) I always wanted to have a natural birth, knowing women had been doing so for centuries. Although, if I would have had to go much longer or had not dilated almost fully in 2 hours I would have gone with some sort of medication. I am so proud of myself for being able to live out my dream.
In this time, they wanted to hold my legs up so I could get a better push. Well, the nurse had one, and Ryan had the other. But, he didn't make it all the way through. He ended up very white and having to lay down so he didn't pass out. Thankfully Granny was there to help take Ryan's place. All of the nurses throughout the 10 hour labor and delivery were EXCELLENT!!! Actually beyond excellent. They coached me through each contraction and each push. I was surprised they didn't tell me how to breathe or how to push or when to push. The doctor didn't tell me how or when to push either. It was all instinct.
They placed her on my chest immediately and Ryan got to cut the cord. She didn't really cry much until they took her away to weigh her and do their testing. Then she started screaming and holding her breath. All of their testing looked great! They did have to check her blood sugar because she was so big, but all of their tests came back in the normal range.
While they were cleaning her up, the doctor did have to stitch me as I had a 2 degree tear. After feeding RaelynnRaelynn's first bath. There again she was screaming and holding her breath, but she made it through and the nurse was fantastic.
We had a few visitors in the hospital. ALL of the nurses I had throughout our stay were excellent! Very helpful and were able to answer any questions we had. The doctor came in on Saturday and Sunday to check Raelynn out and every time things were great! They actually did more monitoring on me than they did on her. However they had to run all of the tests on her. We got to check out Sunday at about 11.
Our car ride home went well. Raelynn slept the whole time except for when we got off the highway and our bumpy drive through town. Being home that last few days has been wonderful! We're up about every 2 hours feeding in the night, but that is to be expected. My milk came in yesterday and so I don't know if it was the switch in her food or if it was something I ate, but she was very gassy yesterday and crying because it hurt.
She had her first bath today at home and it went well. She does not like to be changed or messed with once she is comfortable. She smiles in her sleep. We can't keep socks on her cold feet.
Immediately after she made her debut and she was on the table being checked she had her fingers in her mouth. She has her fingers in her mouth or near her mouth constantly. It was funny because in all of her ultrasounds she had her hands by her face. Like mother, like daughter! She looks beautiful in her pink!
This week we are hanging out at the house while Ryan works. Auntie Em is coming up today to hang out for a few days. Then on Saturday, Raelynn and I are making our way to Kirksville to watch her Auntie Em graduate from Truman State University.
I'll find some time to put pictures up of her. I hope everyone has a wonderful week! I know I am going to soak up our little girl!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, December 5, 2011
I see the light at the end of the tunnel...
I go in on Thursday at 4:45 to begin the process. Paperwork, cervidil, and then pitosin. So Raelynn will be here Friday sometime for sure. And... This momma is nervous!! Right now I'm more nervous about being a mom than I think I am about going birth at this point in time. I'm nervous about how we are going to do everything. I know we will get through it together and I know we will both be great parents. Its not like it's a huge shock that a baby is going to change our lives, I knew the day she was born that was going to happen. I guess now that we have an end date it has hit me hard what is really about to happen. But as nervous as I am, I can't wait to meet our little girl and hold and kiss her and take care of her!
I am also nervous about going birth, as I have been for about 4 weeks. I'm worried about how bad the pain is going to be and if I am going to be able to stick to my natural birth plan. And being induced makes me even more nervous about how much pain I will be able to tolerate. I've heard good stories and bad stories about being induced, but most lead to an epidural. An epidural is something I REALLY don't want. A needle that close to my spine scares the poop out of me!
I will be working all day on Thursday because sitting at home all day would drive me crazy!! Plus, everything is ready. Bags are packed, nursery is prepared, and car seat is in. Plus I want to have all the days possible I can with our little girl instead of sitting around waiting for her. Call me crazy, it's ok!
I know I have the best birth partner I could ask for and the best Papa for my daughter! I also know I have the best mom, sister, grandma, and aunts a girl could ask for too! They will all always be a call away! I am very thankful I get to bring our little girl into such a loving family!
So, be prepared on Friday to get pictures of Raelynn!! I hope she comes on her own before and, but if not, we definitely see a light at the end of the tunnel!
Love,
The Soon to be Complete Thomas Family
I am also nervous about going birth, as I have been for about 4 weeks. I'm worried about how bad the pain is going to be and if I am going to be able to stick to my natural birth plan. And being induced makes me even more nervous about how much pain I will be able to tolerate. I've heard good stories and bad stories about being induced, but most lead to an epidural. An epidural is something I REALLY don't want. A needle that close to my spine scares the poop out of me!
I will be working all day on Thursday because sitting at home all day would drive me crazy!! Plus, everything is ready. Bags are packed, nursery is prepared, and car seat is in. Plus I want to have all the days possible I can with our little girl instead of sitting around waiting for her. Call me crazy, it's ok!
I know I have the best birth partner I could ask for and the best Papa for my daughter! I also know I have the best mom, sister, grandma, and aunts a girl could ask for too! They will all always be a call away! I am very thankful I get to bring our little girl into such a loving family!
So, be prepared on Friday to get pictures of Raelynn!! I hope she comes on her own before and, but if not, we definitely see a light at the end of the tunnel!
Love,
The Soon to be Complete Thomas Family
Shall I ever see the light at the end of the tunnel?
41 weeks today. I thought I wouldn't see 40 weeks, and I NEVER thought I'd see past 41 weeks. Guess Raelynn has a mind of her own and like everyone has been saying, is showing her personality. Maybe she's taking after her Paw Paw Tim, and is going to be late for lots of things. :) Last Wednesday I was supposed to set an induction date, but the doctor was OK with waiting until this week instead. She has said my pregnancy has been a breeze and she has no concerns. So I go back today to set an induction date and see how things are progressing. I've had a few stronger contractions that I had hoped were real, but no such luck. I have noticed more swelling lately in my ankles and fingers, but that is to be expected this late in the game.
This past week was good. It started slow but then speed up. Thursday I had a scare though. About 2:15 my vision went spotty, but I just thought it was going to go away. By 230 my fingers on my right hand were going numb and I decided I needed to go the nurse to have her check my blood pressure. She checked my blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature and everything was within the normal range. By then, my whole right arm was numb and tingly as well as the right side of my face. I could tell my face was funny because then I started to talk funny. (It was like I had just been to the dentist and they numbed my mouth.) So I called the doctors office and had to leave a message. I walked down to my room to get my water and phone so I could call again and went back to the nurse's office to lay down. Shortly after I laid down, the numbness started going away. About an hour after it all started, the doctor's office called me back and said that the doctor wasn't concerned with the numbness, but that I needed to go home and count Raelynn's kicks. If I didn't have 10 in an hour then I needed to have something sweet to drink, and count for the next hour. Well of course as I got in the car to go home she was active again and being her normal self. So she must have been sitting just right on a nerve to make me go numb.
This weekend we went grocery shopping on Saturday and relaxed together. (Probably one of our last days to do so.) Sunday Ryan worked and so I just hung out around the house, cleaned, read a book, napped and waited for Comcast to come fix our box. (Which he never did come...) Other than that it was pretty boring. Fifth weekend in a row at home without a baby kind of sucks.
This week we WILL be having a baby! My doctor won't let me go into my 42nd week, so this week is it! I'm REALLY hoping to go into labor on my own, but Raelynn just might have other plans. Other than that, we have no plans for the week. This Sunday is Ryan's Christmas party at work, and I know he wants to go. It might just be him going to his Christmas party, depending on how I'm feeling and how old Raelynn is.
Every day I walk into work someone says something about how I'm still here. Yep! I want to spend every day of my leave with my little girl and not any time sitting at home with just me. I've spent the last 6 weekends at home and I don't need to spend any week days at home.
So for sure, this week we will be holding our little girl in our arms. I've waited for this for over 9 months, and thought about it for years. And in all honesty, I'm scared shitless! I'm anxious. I'm nervous. I'm excited. And I'm scared. I know we will be great parents, but the unknown is hard. I'm so glad I have family and friends who are there for us when we need them. I'm also so glad to have a husband and father like Ryan in my life! I know we will be able to get through anything together!
I hope everyone has a great week! Be looking forward to the text of our Raelynn Marie!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This past week was good. It started slow but then speed up. Thursday I had a scare though. About 2:15 my vision went spotty, but I just thought it was going to go away. By 230 my fingers on my right hand were going numb and I decided I needed to go the nurse to have her check my blood pressure. She checked my blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature and everything was within the normal range. By then, my whole right arm was numb and tingly as well as the right side of my face. I could tell my face was funny because then I started to talk funny. (It was like I had just been to the dentist and they numbed my mouth.) So I called the doctors office and had to leave a message. I walked down to my room to get my water and phone so I could call again and went back to the nurse's office to lay down. Shortly after I laid down, the numbness started going away. About an hour after it all started, the doctor's office called me back and said that the doctor wasn't concerned with the numbness, but that I needed to go home and count Raelynn's kicks. If I didn't have 10 in an hour then I needed to have something sweet to drink, and count for the next hour. Well of course as I got in the car to go home she was active again and being her normal self. So she must have been sitting just right on a nerve to make me go numb.
This weekend we went grocery shopping on Saturday and relaxed together. (Probably one of our last days to do so.) Sunday Ryan worked and so I just hung out around the house, cleaned, read a book, napped and waited for Comcast to come fix our box. (Which he never did come...) Other than that it was pretty boring. Fifth weekend in a row at home without a baby kind of sucks.
This week we WILL be having a baby! My doctor won't let me go into my 42nd week, so this week is it! I'm REALLY hoping to go into labor on my own, but Raelynn just might have other plans. Other than that, we have no plans for the week. This Sunday is Ryan's Christmas party at work, and I know he wants to go. It might just be him going to his Christmas party, depending on how I'm feeling and how old Raelynn is.
Every day I walk into work someone says something about how I'm still here. Yep! I want to spend every day of my leave with my little girl and not any time sitting at home with just me. I've spent the last 6 weekends at home and I don't need to spend any week days at home.
So for sure, this week we will be holding our little girl in our arms. I've waited for this for over 9 months, and thought about it for years. And in all honesty, I'm scared shitless! I'm anxious. I'm nervous. I'm excited. And I'm scared. I know we will be great parents, but the unknown is hard. I'm so glad I have family and friends who are there for us when we need them. I'm also so glad to have a husband and father like Ryan in my life! I know we will be able to get through anything together!
I hope everyone has a great week! Be looking forward to the text of our Raelynn Marie!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, November 28, 2011
40 weeks...ugh
Well, we all thought Raelynn would be here by now. Guess she has other plans! My doctors appointment Friday went well. My mom and Ryan both got to go. I've only gained about 23 pounds so far, which I'm happy with! I really thought the last few weeks I'd gain a ton. Her heart rate was 148. My blood pressure looked good (I can't remember the exact numbers). I was a centimeter dilated and 50% thinned. She said I'm still measuring the same, but she feels like her feet are lower than they were last time. We will talk about an induction date on Wednesday when I go in if I haven't had her by then. I would like to make it for the weekend or Friday because I want to give Raelynn as much time to come on her own as possible. Being induced is not something I want.
Last week was WONDERFUL!!! 2 work days, and then 5 days off! Mom, Dad, and Emily came up on Wednesday afternoon and stayed until Friday afternoon. Wednesday we drove around looking at gun shops, antique shops, the Battle of Lexington Civil War historical museum, and went grocery shopping. Dad was hooked on the computer, the History channel, and the Discovery channel all weekend! Thursday we all slept in! About 1 we cooked our Thanksgiving Feast of fried fish, fried okra, fried mushrooms, homemade chips, and green beans! It was DELICIOUS!!! It was very nice to have a non-traditional Thanksgiving. We went on 2 walks too to get Raelynn moving... It didn't work... Friday we went to my doctors appointment and relaxed the rest of the day. Saturday I had to get out of the house so I went to the mall and walked around. Yesterday Ryan's Aunt Jan and Uncle Ray came by to visit on their way home from Texas. It was VERY nice to see them! They had never been to the house before. I wish we lived closer to Ryan's family so Raelynn could get to know them better, but who knows, things could change when she gets here.
This week I'm just hoping for a baby! Ryan works all week, but today there isn't anyone extra to cover him if she comes today. So tomorrow would be good. Although I REALLY didn't want to come to work today. I have been here about an hour and have already had tons of people say "Oh you're here!" Yes... I'm here, but I don't want to be.
I hope everyone has a great week and I hope we have some good news to share mid week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Last week was WONDERFUL!!! 2 work days, and then 5 days off! Mom, Dad, and Emily came up on Wednesday afternoon and stayed until Friday afternoon. Wednesday we drove around looking at gun shops, antique shops, the Battle of Lexington Civil War historical museum, and went grocery shopping. Dad was hooked on the computer, the History channel, and the Discovery channel all weekend! Thursday we all slept in! About 1 we cooked our Thanksgiving Feast of fried fish, fried okra, fried mushrooms, homemade chips, and green beans! It was DELICIOUS!!! It was very nice to have a non-traditional Thanksgiving. We went on 2 walks too to get Raelynn moving... It didn't work... Friday we went to my doctors appointment and relaxed the rest of the day. Saturday I had to get out of the house so I went to the mall and walked around. Yesterday Ryan's Aunt Jan and Uncle Ray came by to visit on their way home from Texas. It was VERY nice to see them! They had never been to the house before. I wish we lived closer to Ryan's family so Raelynn could get to know them better, but who knows, things could change when she gets here.
This week I'm just hoping for a baby! Ryan works all week, but today there isn't anyone extra to cover him if she comes today. So tomorrow would be good. Although I REALLY didn't want to come to work today. I have been here about an hour and have already had tons of people say "Oh you're here!" Yes... I'm here, but I don't want to be.
I hope everyone has a great week and I hope we have some good news to share mid week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, November 21, 2011
39 weeks
Well, I REALLY thought Raelynn would be here by now, but I guess she is nice and snugly in my tummy and doesn't want to come out yet. I did have a few contractions last night that were worse than the past few have been, but I only had about 4 and they were done. No other signs of labor coming any time soon. I bounced on my ball this weekend, hoping that would work some. My ring is starting not to fit. And today I noticed she is definitely sitting lower; it is a bit harder to walk.
This weekend we just hung out around the house. I'll be glad when she gets here and we can travel again. This staying at home stuff with nothing to do gets old! Saturday I made cookies for us and for the nurses at the hospital. Ryan worked some in the garage and cleaned up. Yesterday we went to Walmart to get a few things and to just get out of the house. We washed all of the sheets on all of the beds for our guests coming on Wednesday. And we had to do washer surgery! Ryan noticed the washer wasn't draining and all of our clothes were sopping wet when they came out. So, we pulled the front cover off and pulled the drain plug out... EW! I think a small animal saving money for his escape was found. We cleaned the plug and catch that was clogged. And it drains like a champ now!
Last week was short! Which was good. I had my doctor appointment on Wednesday and I was still just a fingertip dilated but my cervix was soft. Not much happened last week. Ryan got a call on Friday from a dairy farm where he applied and worked for a few hours the week before. He starts there today! It is unfortunately nights, but it will help pay for daycare and if he works hard, they might move him to days.
This week is a short work week, only 2 work days. Wednesday Mom, Dad, and Emily are coming for Thanksgiving. They'll be there until Friday about noon and then everyone has plans for the weekend. Emily and Mom are going to my doctor appointment with me on Friday at 9. Hopefully Raelynn is either here by then or the doctor has more good news.
I hope everyone has a thankful Thanksgiving!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This weekend we just hung out around the house. I'll be glad when she gets here and we can travel again. This staying at home stuff with nothing to do gets old! Saturday I made cookies for us and for the nurses at the hospital. Ryan worked some in the garage and cleaned up. Yesterday we went to Walmart to get a few things and to just get out of the house. We washed all of the sheets on all of the beds for our guests coming on Wednesday. And we had to do washer surgery! Ryan noticed the washer wasn't draining and all of our clothes were sopping wet when they came out. So, we pulled the front cover off and pulled the drain plug out... EW! I think a small animal saving money for his escape was found. We cleaned the plug and catch that was clogged. And it drains like a champ now!
Last week was short! Which was good. I had my doctor appointment on Wednesday and I was still just a fingertip dilated but my cervix was soft. Not much happened last week. Ryan got a call on Friday from a dairy farm where he applied and worked for a few hours the week before. He starts there today! It is unfortunately nights, but it will help pay for daycare and if he works hard, they might move him to days.
This week is a short work week, only 2 work days. Wednesday Mom, Dad, and Emily are coming for Thanksgiving. They'll be there until Friday about noon and then everyone has plans for the weekend. Emily and Mom are going to my doctor appointment with me on Friday at 9. Hopefully Raelynn is either here by then or the doctor has more good news.
I hope everyone has a thankful Thanksgiving!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, November 14, 2011
38 weeks, 14 days!!
It is getting closer! And with that my anxiety, nerves and excitement are going up!
Last week went by SOOO fast! It was AMAZING! I had a doctor appointment on Friday and I was a fingertip dilated. My Strep B test came back negative. She is still definitely head down. Heart rate was good and blood pressure was too. My doctor comes back this week and I will be glad to see her. The doctor I've been seeing is VERY nice, but not very informative. When she does a heart beat check, she never says what it is. When she measures me, she never says what it is. When she did my cervix check, she never gave me more information than how much I was dilated. Again, VERY nice but not very informative. So we shall see what happens on Wednesday at my next doctor appointment. I have been feeling more contractions, and I'm pretty sure they are not just Braxton Hicks.
This weekend we lounged, cleaned house, walked, and had friends over for dinner. Saturday we were talking about playing music for babies to make them stop crying. So we decided we'd see what type of music Raelynn likes. We played Notorious BIG for her, and she was moving her head along with other rap music. We played Bob Segar for her and she was wiggly. We then played American Pie for her, and she must have known it was a dancing song because she was moving her feet along with her head. :) Then I had to stop playing music because she was moving her head so much in my pelvis that it hurt.
Saturday night after dinner, we were playing games with Kaity and Ben and my feet got very swollen! So I put them up and they got a little better, but they still kind of hurt. My hands didn't well much, but they did get puffy. (I know how swollen they are by by ring.) After they left, I called the Labor and Delivery nurses at the hospital and explained to them what happened. She said it was normal this late in my pregnancy and that by the end of the day my feet probably would do that. Just to keep them up. Sunday when I got up they were still a little swollen, but not bad. It eventually went away on Sunday. I'm thinking though, I sat too long at the table with my feet dangling.
Sunday we relaxed all day. We even had just spaghetti-o's for supper. I'm sure our weekends of just relaxing and doing nothing are about over. We did go for a walk Friday night and Sunday morning. I'm hoping it will help her move down. I'm also hoping Ryan will be willing to go for a walk every night this week.
This week we don't have much planned. I'm having dinner with a friend on Wednesday and hopefully pedicures with another friend on Thursday. I'm REALLY trying not to get my hopes up for Raelynn coming early, but its SO hard! I just want her here! (And a break from work would be nice!) But 7 more days of work until Thanksgiving break!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Last week went by SOOO fast! It was AMAZING! I had a doctor appointment on Friday and I was a fingertip dilated. My Strep B test came back negative. She is still definitely head down. Heart rate was good and blood pressure was too. My doctor comes back this week and I will be glad to see her. The doctor I've been seeing is VERY nice, but not very informative. When she does a heart beat check, she never says what it is. When she measures me, she never says what it is. When she did my cervix check, she never gave me more information than how much I was dilated. Again, VERY nice but not very informative. So we shall see what happens on Wednesday at my next doctor appointment. I have been feeling more contractions, and I'm pretty sure they are not just Braxton Hicks.
This weekend we lounged, cleaned house, walked, and had friends over for dinner. Saturday we were talking about playing music for babies to make them stop crying. So we decided we'd see what type of music Raelynn likes. We played Notorious BIG for her, and she was moving her head along with other rap music. We played Bob Segar for her and she was wiggly. We then played American Pie for her, and she must have known it was a dancing song because she was moving her feet along with her head. :) Then I had to stop playing music because she was moving her head so much in my pelvis that it hurt.
Saturday night after dinner, we were playing games with Kaity and Ben and my feet got very swollen! So I put them up and they got a little better, but they still kind of hurt. My hands didn't well much, but they did get puffy. (I know how swollen they are by by ring.) After they left, I called the Labor and Delivery nurses at the hospital and explained to them what happened. She said it was normal this late in my pregnancy and that by the end of the day my feet probably would do that. Just to keep them up. Sunday when I got up they were still a little swollen, but not bad. It eventually went away on Sunday. I'm thinking though, I sat too long at the table with my feet dangling.
Sunday we relaxed all day. We even had just spaghetti-o's for supper. I'm sure our weekends of just relaxing and doing nothing are about over. We did go for a walk Friday night and Sunday morning. I'm hoping it will help her move down. I'm also hoping Ryan will be willing to go for a walk every night this week.
This week we don't have much planned. I'm having dinner with a friend on Wednesday and hopefully pedicures with another friend on Thursday. I'm REALLY trying not to get my hopes up for Raelynn coming early, but its SO hard! I just want her here! (And a break from work would be nice!) But 7 more days of work until Thanksgiving break!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
37 weeks!
37 weeks yesterday and still feeling pretty good. Her feet are still in my left ribs and her head is definitely pushing on my pelvis. I thought rolling over in bed was pain free, but I think it was because I was getting up every hour to pee and therefore kept moving. At the doctor last week she was still head down in the correct position. Her heart rate was good. In the ultrasound she is in the 70th percentile meaning she is bigger than 70 percent of babies at 35 weeks. When I got home, Ryan said she is on track to be a Thomas baby (big) and not a Prouhet baby (small). As long as she is healthy I don't care. :) I have been feeling more intense Braxton Hicks contractions lately, but nothing terrible.
Friday last week I was not feeling very well, my throat hurt and I was exhausted. Last week felt like 2 weeks long instead of just one. By the time we got to Friday we weren't sure if Halloween was earlier that week or the week before. Well, I came home Friday and had a fever. I called the doctor and they said I could take Tylenol and that I didn't have to come into the hospital until my fever was about 105. So I took some Tylenol and slept. Went to bed with a fever still, so I took some more Tylenol. I was shocked at how bad I had the chills when I went to bed. We slept in on Saturday and I was feeling ok, no fever, but my body ached really bad. I just lounged around the house on Saturday and did a few things. Saturday later afternoon came along and I had another fever. Took some Tylenol and slept some more. We slept in on Sunday and got an extra hour of sleep. I was feeling pretty good except for my head hurt. So I took a Tylenol and went on about my day. We went to Target and got the things on our list for our hospital bags. They are packed now! We also installed the car seat, so now really the only thing we're waiting on is a baby!!!
This week I'm glad and surprised tomorrow is already Wednesday. My long term sub was in yesterday and today and I am feeling a little better about leaving. I have a few things on my list that I need to get done before I leave, but not much. She is gone until the 14th, so Raelynn has to hang out until then. Then Auntie Em text me and told me Raelynn needed to wait until the 20th. But she needs to be here before the 27th when Aunt Jan and Uncle Ray come to visit for Thanksgiving. So....Raelynn's window is from the 20th to the 27th. Not much of a window, and we'll see if she actually comes in that time. I talked to Mom tonight and she said she stayed late last night to get her generic lesson plans done for when she is called to the hospital.
My next doctor appointment is this coming Friday. It is so hard to believe our little girl will be here in about 2 1/5 weeks or less... I almost get teary eyed when I think about it. I'm not sure why. I know we're ready for her and I know our lives will change a great deal. And I think we're ready for our lives to change. I guess I've been carrying her around for the last almost 10 months and I FINALLY get to meet her! I can't wait to hold her in my arms and look at her beautiful face and bring her home from the hospital and watch her sleep and smile.
I hope everyone has a good week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Friday last week I was not feeling very well, my throat hurt and I was exhausted. Last week felt like 2 weeks long instead of just one. By the time we got to Friday we weren't sure if Halloween was earlier that week or the week before. Well, I came home Friday and had a fever. I called the doctor and they said I could take Tylenol and that I didn't have to come into the hospital until my fever was about 105. So I took some Tylenol and slept. Went to bed with a fever still, so I took some more Tylenol. I was shocked at how bad I had the chills when I went to bed. We slept in on Saturday and I was feeling ok, no fever, but my body ached really bad. I just lounged around the house on Saturday and did a few things. Saturday later afternoon came along and I had another fever. Took some Tylenol and slept some more. We slept in on Sunday and got an extra hour of sleep. I was feeling pretty good except for my head hurt. So I took a Tylenol and went on about my day. We went to Target and got the things on our list for our hospital bags. They are packed now! We also installed the car seat, so now really the only thing we're waiting on is a baby!!!
This week I'm glad and surprised tomorrow is already Wednesday. My long term sub was in yesterday and today and I am feeling a little better about leaving. I have a few things on my list that I need to get done before I leave, but not much. She is gone until the 14th, so Raelynn has to hang out until then. Then Auntie Em text me and told me Raelynn needed to wait until the 20th. But she needs to be here before the 27th when Aunt Jan and Uncle Ray come to visit for Thanksgiving. So....Raelynn's window is from the 20th to the 27th. Not much of a window, and we'll see if she actually comes in that time. I talked to Mom tonight and she said she stayed late last night to get her generic lesson plans done for when she is called to the hospital.
My next doctor appointment is this coming Friday. It is so hard to believe our little girl will be here in about 2 1/5 weeks or less... I almost get teary eyed when I think about it. I'm not sure why. I know we're ready for her and I know our lives will change a great deal. And I think we're ready for our lives to change. I guess I've been carrying her around for the last almost 10 months and I FINALLY get to meet her! I can't wait to hold her in my arms and look at her beautiful face and bring her home from the hospital and watch her sleep and smile.
I hope everyone has a good week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, October 31, 2011
36 weeks!
Tomorrow I get to say, "I'm having my baby at the end of THIS month!!!" 4 more weeks and they will fly by! (I hope!) Nothing new going on. I still have those light headed moments, but not nearly as bad as they were last week. I feel like I'm always hungry, but she is supposed to be putting on an ounce a day between now and delivery. I still can't believe how big I look when I walk by a mirror or window and can see myself! Sleeping is getting worse, between getting up to pee, her being in a weird position, and just getting comfortable. Sometimes I wish I had a bed all to myself with 2 body pillows (one on each side). Then all I would have to do would be roll over. I haven't gotten uncomfortable yet, which is a good thing and I'm still enjoying being pregnant! Rae is moving more and more and she is finally letting her daddy feel her! They are not necessarily kicks, they are more of her stretching and longer movements.
This weekend we just relaxed around the house. The house is clean. The dragons cages are semi clean. We grocery shopped and had our maternity pictures. We had a great time with Cheryl doing our pictures! Lots of belly shots of course! And it was chilly, but all worth it!! I can't wait to see them this week! Cheryl has always done a great job, so I'm sure the pictures look AMAZING!!! When we were doing our shoot, Ryan laid his ear on my belly and she was definitely letting her daddy have it!
This week I have a doctors appointment Wednesday to find out the results of the ultrasound and just my normal check up. Other than that, we're not doing too much. Relaxing because when I come home from work, I need about 15 minutes to have a snack and begin relaxing and then I'm out! I need to go to Target sometime soon and get some things for my hospital bag and things for when we return home. Maybe next weekend.
I hope everyone has a Happy Halloween! And a great week!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This weekend we just relaxed around the house. The house is clean. The dragons cages are semi clean. We grocery shopped and had our maternity pictures. We had a great time with Cheryl doing our pictures! Lots of belly shots of course! And it was chilly, but all worth it!! I can't wait to see them this week! Cheryl has always done a great job, so I'm sure the pictures look AMAZING!!! When we were doing our shoot, Ryan laid his ear on my belly and she was definitely letting her daddy have it!
This week I have a doctors appointment Wednesday to find out the results of the ultrasound and just my normal check up. Other than that, we're not doing too much. Relaxing because when I come home from work, I need about 15 minutes to have a snack and begin relaxing and then I'm out! I need to go to Target sometime soon and get some things for my hospital bag and things for when we return home. Maybe next weekend.
I hope everyone has a Happy Halloween! And a great week!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Thursday, October 27, 2011
35 weeks
I wanted to wait until we had our ultrasound yesterday before I posted. I woke up yesterday morning and felt not so much dizzy or light headed, just that my equilibrium was off. Once I got to work, things were fine. Ryan came with me to save gas and I'm glad he drove. We went to the ultrasound and laying on that bed for 30-45 minutes (flat on my back) was not fun! After I got up from that I again felt more dizzy and it hasn't really gotten much better. This morning I feel a little better, but again feel like my equilibrium is off. I am definitely going to mention it to the doctor tomorrow. I'm not sure if it is because I'm not getting enough fluids (which I feel like I am) or if it is because of something else.
The ultrasound yesterday went ok. The purpose of the ultrasound was to see how big she is since I measured big at my last appointment. I was very disappointed in the professionalism the tech showed. (Answered her phone, answered the door, ect.) But we got to see that Raelynn is definitely Raelynn! She has hair!!! She has 10 toes and 10 fingers. She definitely has her head on my bladder and her feet in my ribs. Now I just can't wait to get her out and hold her! Just like my 20 week ultrasound, she had her hands by her face the whole time. I'm guessing she'll be a thumb sucker before we know it!
I just got a call from the doctors office and my appointment has been moved from Friday to next Wednesday. I wish it could have been earlier because I want to know her measurements, but I'm sure since she is the only OB doctor in the office that she is crazy busy!
This past weekend I was laying in bed on Sunday and realized that it would be the last time we would be home at my parents without our daughter! Definitely an emotional moment. We went to a wedding and every time I walked by a mirror I was shocked at how far she sticks out! I do my Monday morning pictures every week, but I guess I don't always look at how much she's grown!
This week we've not done too much. I come home and if I don't have anything to do, I'm asleep by 7:30 or before. Work has calmed down some. My lesson plans are done and I'm just waiting on the copy center so I can put my assessment book together. I finally have a long term sub and she is going to get to come in and observe for 2 days before I go on leave.
This weekend I don't think we're doing too much either. Just relaxing! I need to get my bag packed, or semi packed for the hospital. Less than 5 weeks away is going to come SO quick but yet not quick enough! I am getting a bit more nervous about delivery, but I think that has a lot to do with the uncertainty. I am also getting nervous about having a baby in our home, but I can't wait to hold the little thing that has been growing inside of me for the last 8 months! I told Ryan this weekend that I can't wait for a comfortable sleep in any position I want and to put her first cloth diaper on her! Of course with his sarcasm he said that neither of those things will happen for a while. Either way, I CAN'T WAIT!!!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
The ultrasound yesterday went ok. The purpose of the ultrasound was to see how big she is since I measured big at my last appointment. I was very disappointed in the professionalism the tech showed. (Answered her phone, answered the door, ect.) But we got to see that Raelynn is definitely Raelynn! She has hair!!! She has 10 toes and 10 fingers. She definitely has her head on my bladder and her feet in my ribs. Now I just can't wait to get her out and hold her! Just like my 20 week ultrasound, she had her hands by her face the whole time. I'm guessing she'll be a thumb sucker before we know it!
I just got a call from the doctors office and my appointment has been moved from Friday to next Wednesday. I wish it could have been earlier because I want to know her measurements, but I'm sure since she is the only OB doctor in the office that she is crazy busy!
This past weekend I was laying in bed on Sunday and realized that it would be the last time we would be home at my parents without our daughter! Definitely an emotional moment. We went to a wedding and every time I walked by a mirror I was shocked at how far she sticks out! I do my Monday morning pictures every week, but I guess I don't always look at how much she's grown!
This week we've not done too much. I come home and if I don't have anything to do, I'm asleep by 7:30 or before. Work has calmed down some. My lesson plans are done and I'm just waiting on the copy center so I can put my assessment book together. I finally have a long term sub and she is going to get to come in and observe for 2 days before I go on leave.
This weekend I don't think we're doing too much either. Just relaxing! I need to get my bag packed, or semi packed for the hospital. Less than 5 weeks away is going to come SO quick but yet not quick enough! I am getting a bit more nervous about delivery, but I think that has a lot to do with the uncertainty. I am also getting nervous about having a baby in our home, but I can't wait to hold the little thing that has been growing inside of me for the last 8 months! I told Ryan this weekend that I can't wait for a comfortable sleep in any position I want and to put her first cloth diaper on her! Of course with his sarcasm he said that neither of those things will happen for a while. Either way, I CAN'T WAIT!!!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
6 more weeks!
Wow! 34 weeks yesterday.... that means just 6 more weeks! It feels like it has been 8 months since we found out. Now I just can't wait for her to be here.
We finished our birthing class last Wednesday, which went well. The thing I got out of it the most was that the hospital staff is there to help with anything we should need. I also had my doctor appointment on Wednesday afternoon. It was the first time I had seen this doctor and it went well. I hadn't gained any weight in the last 2 weeks, so just 23 all together so far. She measured my uterus and said it was 37cm. Two weeks ago it was at 35.5cm; I should have been between 31 and 35. So, I measured big, but the doctor said it could be because she is laying in a weird position. However, she wants me to go in for an ultrasound to be sure she is not too big, because if she is then they will take more precautions. So my ultrasound is scheduled for next Wednesday. I'm glad we're getting to see her again because I've been thinking about what I would do if she was a boy and with the ultrasound we will hopefully get to see her show herself off again. The doctor also said her heart rate was good and she was definitely head down! So overall, it was a good visit.
This past weekend Auntie Em came into town and visited. We went to Brass Armadillo, painted a lamp, and just hung out. I also got Raelynn's bag packed. I'm waiting to pack mine until the end of the month after I get paid and go to get a few things I need. This week is parent teacher conferences, which means 2 late nights. On the good side, we have Friday off and we will FINALLY get to have a dinner with Grandma, Tate, and Maddy at a decent time. (Hopefully...) We have a wedding to go to this weekend and I'm not sure what I'll wear. Probably just a skirt and nice shirt.
I'm definitely finding my belly bigger and bumping into more things or finding I can't fit into places. Today it was chilly enough to wear a jacket, and as I was walking into the building the gals at the door were laughing at me. It is time to find a coat of Ryan's that fits and zips otherwise I look like a fat man in a little coat. :) And I'm sorry, but even if you are pregnant, it is NOT ok to tell a woman that she is getting bigger. I had someone come up to me today at work and tell me that I'm getting bigger. I was immediately shocked she would say that and a little offended. So whether you've been pregnant or not, it is not ok to look at a pregnant woman and tell her she's getting bigger!
Thankfully the week is half over and I get to go home this weekend! I definitely miss my family, and once a month isn't quite enough.
I hope everyone has a good rest of the week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
We finished our birthing class last Wednesday, which went well. The thing I got out of it the most was that the hospital staff is there to help with anything we should need. I also had my doctor appointment on Wednesday afternoon. It was the first time I had seen this doctor and it went well. I hadn't gained any weight in the last 2 weeks, so just 23 all together so far. She measured my uterus and said it was 37cm. Two weeks ago it was at 35.5cm; I should have been between 31 and 35. So, I measured big, but the doctor said it could be because she is laying in a weird position. However, she wants me to go in for an ultrasound to be sure she is not too big, because if she is then they will take more precautions. So my ultrasound is scheduled for next Wednesday. I'm glad we're getting to see her again because I've been thinking about what I would do if she was a boy and with the ultrasound we will hopefully get to see her show herself off again. The doctor also said her heart rate was good and she was definitely head down! So overall, it was a good visit.
This past weekend Auntie Em came into town and visited. We went to Brass Armadillo, painted a lamp, and just hung out. I also got Raelynn's bag packed. I'm waiting to pack mine until the end of the month after I get paid and go to get a few things I need. This week is parent teacher conferences, which means 2 late nights. On the good side, we have Friday off and we will FINALLY get to have a dinner with Grandma, Tate, and Maddy at a decent time. (Hopefully...) We have a wedding to go to this weekend and I'm not sure what I'll wear. Probably just a skirt and nice shirt.
I'm definitely finding my belly bigger and bumping into more things or finding I can't fit into places. Today it was chilly enough to wear a jacket, and as I was walking into the building the gals at the door were laughing at me. It is time to find a coat of Ryan's that fits and zips otherwise I look like a fat man in a little coat. :) And I'm sorry, but even if you are pregnant, it is NOT ok to tell a woman that she is getting bigger. I had someone come up to me today at work and tell me that I'm getting bigger. I was immediately shocked she would say that and a little offended. So whether you've been pregnant or not, it is not ok to look at a pregnant woman and tell her she's getting bigger!
Thankfully the week is half over and I get to go home this weekend! I definitely miss my family, and once a month isn't quite enough.
I hope everyone has a good rest of the week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
33 weeks
I should wait and write this tomorrow after my doctors appointment, but then it might not happen this week. Tomorrow night we have our second birthing class at the hospital. Thursday is a normal day and this coming weekend family is coming to the house. I'm not sure what we're going to do because we have NO money. (I hate not being paid in July and August... Going from June 20th to September 20th is HARD!) Maybe the local antique store, yard sales, or just hanging out. This weekend we are going to hopefully going to have our maternity pictures taken by a friend who did our engagement pictures! I can't wait! I have some ideas of what I want, but I know Cheryl will make them look GREAT!
This past week I've been more tired, but awake at 7:00 on the weekend at the latest... Normal Braxton Hicks. Still sore at night sleeping and I do a lot of tossing and turning. I can usually guess what time it is when I get up to pee. Raelynn is up in my ribs by the end of the day. I cannot lean over my table at work to work with kids in the afternoon anymore. She is definitely growing! Her movements are becoming more forceful. No special food cravings. I've been trying to get in more water.
This past weekend was our one year anniversary! We spent the day relaxing and then going to Bass Pro, Target, and Pet Co to return some things. Thanks Grandma for supper! Olive Garden was delicious! We had our wedding cake that evening for dessert and it was just as good as it was on our wedding day!
This past weekend I also spent time washing the cloth diapers and the rest of Raelynn's clothes she had piling up in her basket. I'm really excited about the cloth diapers, but also nervous they won't fit right away. I'm thinking of going to get some flats (flour sack towels) and possibly trying those. I have some more cloth diapers on the way and I'm going to see how those size up to the ones I already have. If they are the same size, I'll have about 50 or so! (Less laundry!) I also didn't realize we bought size 2 covers and she needs size 1, so I have some of those coming too. I think the thing I'm most nervous about is her getting a rash and washing them so they will absorb what they need to. But I'm still excited to get Rae here and put those cute covers on her!! I also bought some "Sock Ons" to help keep her socks on her feet this winter! I'm going to try and put her in those one piece outfits as much as possible, but she has SO many cute jackets, pants and onesies that I want her tootsies to stay warm while she wears them.
This next weekend we're going to have our maternity pictures done by a good friend who did our engagement pictures! I'm excited! I have some ideas, but I know Cheryl will do an excellent job and have TONS of ideas!
There are more questions at work about when I'm due, and when I tell them the end of November I get many responses. Most are surprised at how much longer I have to go. So I'm not sure if I look huge...or if they just think that's a long ways away. I have also had people ask me recently, how much longer. And honestly, I couldn't tell them... I haven't really been keeping track of how many more weeks; I've been thinking that it is getting closer! I feel like I'm in the home stretch with a little less than 7 weeks to go. I know it will feel much closer after parent teacher conferences next week! Just sitting here thinking about it I get a flood of mixed emotions! I can't wait for our little angel to be here, but I also am nervously anticipating the birthing process. I also know our lives will completely change once she gets here, and I can't even begin to think about what I will be doing at 8:00 at night. I guess I am closer than I think I am...
Well I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This past week I've been more tired, but awake at 7:00 on the weekend at the latest... Normal Braxton Hicks. Still sore at night sleeping and I do a lot of tossing and turning. I can usually guess what time it is when I get up to pee. Raelynn is up in my ribs by the end of the day. I cannot lean over my table at work to work with kids in the afternoon anymore. She is definitely growing! Her movements are becoming more forceful. No special food cravings. I've been trying to get in more water.
This past weekend was our one year anniversary! We spent the day relaxing and then going to Bass Pro, Target, and Pet Co to return some things. Thanks Grandma for supper! Olive Garden was delicious! We had our wedding cake that evening for dessert and it was just as good as it was on our wedding day!
This past weekend I also spent time washing the cloth diapers and the rest of Raelynn's clothes she had piling up in her basket. I'm really excited about the cloth diapers, but also nervous they won't fit right away. I'm thinking of going to get some flats (flour sack towels) and possibly trying those. I have some more cloth diapers on the way and I'm going to see how those size up to the ones I already have. If they are the same size, I'll have about 50 or so! (Less laundry!) I also didn't realize we bought size 2 covers and she needs size 1, so I have some of those coming too. I think the thing I'm most nervous about is her getting a rash and washing them so they will absorb what they need to. But I'm still excited to get Rae here and put those cute covers on her!! I also bought some "Sock Ons" to help keep her socks on her feet this winter! I'm going to try and put her in those one piece outfits as much as possible, but she has SO many cute jackets, pants and onesies that I want her tootsies to stay warm while she wears them.
This next weekend we're going to have our maternity pictures done by a good friend who did our engagement pictures! I'm excited! I have some ideas, but I know Cheryl will do an excellent job and have TONS of ideas!
There are more questions at work about when I'm due, and when I tell them the end of November I get many responses. Most are surprised at how much longer I have to go. So I'm not sure if I look huge...or if they just think that's a long ways away. I have also had people ask me recently, how much longer. And honestly, I couldn't tell them... I haven't really been keeping track of how many more weeks; I've been thinking that it is getting closer! I feel like I'm in the home stretch with a little less than 7 weeks to go. I know it will feel much closer after parent teacher conferences next week! Just sitting here thinking about it I get a flood of mixed emotions! I can't wait for our little angel to be here, but I also am nervously anticipating the birthing process. I also know our lives will completely change once she gets here, and I can't even begin to think about what I will be doing at 8:00 at night. I guess I am closer than I think I am...
Well I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, October 3, 2011
32 weeks
Today I am 32 weeks and I can feel it getting closer. I know I've said the last few weeks that I can't believe she'll be here in so many weeks, well I'm starting to really feel it! I'm getting nervous about having a baby at home and what labor will feel like, and about how life as we know it is almost over.
I have had more Braxton Hicks contractions within the last week or so. I've had a few days where I've felt dizzy on and off. I've had more trouble sleeping and staying comfortable while trying to sleep. I've had just as much heartburn, but I know mine is associated with stress. I've felt her move TONS more, which is awesome! I've felt a little bit more tired. No new cravings. It is getting much harder to bend over for anything including tying my shoes. I've been feeling more emotional and can cry at the drop of a hat.
And my pregnancy brain has become worse! Last Friday, I told a student to go back to class. About 15 minutes later his para came looking for him; he never made it back to class. She checked the bathrooms and outside at recess. Eventually the principal, social worker, counselor, and the para were all looking all over the building for him. I happened to hear voices next door in the speech room and that's when it hit me like a rock! Right after I sent the student back to class, the speech pathologist stuck her head in and said she was taking him for testing. I completely forgot she even had him until it was quiet enough in my room that I could hear voices. I was so embarrassed!
Thursday was my last 4 week appointment. My belly was measuring 32.5 centimeters, which is right on target. My blood pressure was fine. I've gained 23 pounds so far, which the doctor was pleased with (as normal is 30 for overall pregnancy). She did test my thyroid again and found it was elevated; so she increased my dosage. She said it was normal for it to go up. Other than that, things were great! I asked her about taking Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, she said it was fine, so today was my first few glasses. We'll see if it helps with delivery.
My baby shower was this weekend and it was FANTASTIC!!! We got lots of great things, and it was SO nice to see my high school friends and family I don't always get to see. We got lots of gift cards and things off of our registry. I am so thankful for my mom and Auntie Polly who put everything together! I can't wait for Raelynn to get here so I can go buy some more things we need. I'm planning on spending some of it on cloth diapers and some gift cards on some more towels and sheets. (I'm not sure of how many of those I'll need, but more wouldn't hurt.)
This week we're attending the first birthing class at the hospital and celebrating our one year anniversary! I am so thankful for Ryan as he has been there with me through lots and I can't wait to go through lots more together.
I'm glad I have finally had a Monday night that I haven't fallen asleep at 6:30 (which I totally could have tonight) and got my blog done before the middle of the week! I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
I have had more Braxton Hicks contractions within the last week or so. I've had a few days where I've felt dizzy on and off. I've had more trouble sleeping and staying comfortable while trying to sleep. I've had just as much heartburn, but I know mine is associated with stress. I've felt her move TONS more, which is awesome! I've felt a little bit more tired. No new cravings. It is getting much harder to bend over for anything including tying my shoes. I've been feeling more emotional and can cry at the drop of a hat.
And my pregnancy brain has become worse! Last Friday, I told a student to go back to class. About 15 minutes later his para came looking for him; he never made it back to class. She checked the bathrooms and outside at recess. Eventually the principal, social worker, counselor, and the para were all looking all over the building for him. I happened to hear voices next door in the speech room and that's when it hit me like a rock! Right after I sent the student back to class, the speech pathologist stuck her head in and said she was taking him for testing. I completely forgot she even had him until it was quiet enough in my room that I could hear voices. I was so embarrassed!
Thursday was my last 4 week appointment. My belly was measuring 32.5 centimeters, which is right on target. My blood pressure was fine. I've gained 23 pounds so far, which the doctor was pleased with (as normal is 30 for overall pregnancy). She did test my thyroid again and found it was elevated; so she increased my dosage. She said it was normal for it to go up. Other than that, things were great! I asked her about taking Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, she said it was fine, so today was my first few glasses. We'll see if it helps with delivery.
My baby shower was this weekend and it was FANTASTIC!!! We got lots of great things, and it was SO nice to see my high school friends and family I don't always get to see. We got lots of gift cards and things off of our registry. I am so thankful for my mom and Auntie Polly who put everything together! I can't wait for Raelynn to get here so I can go buy some more things we need. I'm planning on spending some of it on cloth diapers and some gift cards on some more towels and sheets. (I'm not sure of how many of those I'll need, but more wouldn't hurt.)
This week we're attending the first birthing class at the hospital and celebrating our one year anniversary! I am so thankful for Ryan as he has been there with me through lots and I can't wait to go through lots more together.
I'm glad I have finally had a Monday night that I haven't fallen asleep at 6:30 (which I totally could have tonight) and got my blog done before the middle of the week! I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
31 weeks
Well, it's almost Thursday again before I have a chance to post... I'm not sure what went on Monday. I had an allergist appointment and came home to be a vegetable. Ryan made burgers for supper, and I was in bed by 8:30. Yesterday I had a dinner date with Ashely Saffell and I had a great time as usual. It is amazing how you can find those few friends in your life and how easy it is to pick up right were you left off. So I came home and again was in bed by 9. Tonight Ryan's changing my oil and I'm relaxing. Tomorrow I have my last 4 week appointment and then starts the 2 week appointments. I called the doctor today to see if the doctor was still seeing patience as she is due on Friday. I have questions about vaccinations as well as something else I wrote down today but can't remember. Good thing I wrote it down :)
2 more days until we get to go home! My baby shower is this Saturday and I can't wait to see everyone! Only a few more things we need and one of the most important being cloth diapers. I have some on their way hopefully soon (21 of them.) We've decided to do prefolds (like grandma used to do) and covers. I have also thought about using flour sacks and a cover, but Ryan said he won't. I'm kind of excited about using them. I know I don't want to while her poop is still in the newborn stage, so we're using our stock of newborn diapers and then moving onto the cloth. I have a few other things I need to get to be ready for the cloth since you can't use regular diaper rash cream. And we need a trash can for her room to put the diapers in, and a bag to keep in the diaper bag for those longer trips.
Raelynn moved non stop today! She was kicking high, low, and all over the place. I text Ryan today and he said she didn't want to be at school. I didn't want to be at school either, although it was a good day.
I hope everyone has a great rest of the week! It's almost over.
Love,
The Thomas Family
2 more days until we get to go home! My baby shower is this Saturday and I can't wait to see everyone! Only a few more things we need and one of the most important being cloth diapers. I have some on their way hopefully soon (21 of them.) We've decided to do prefolds (like grandma used to do) and covers. I have also thought about using flour sacks and a cover, but Ryan said he won't. I'm kind of excited about using them. I know I don't want to while her poop is still in the newborn stage, so we're using our stock of newborn diapers and then moving onto the cloth. I have a few other things I need to get to be ready for the cloth since you can't use regular diaper rash cream. And we need a trash can for her room to put the diapers in, and a bag to keep in the diaper bag for those longer trips.
Raelynn moved non stop today! She was kicking high, low, and all over the place. I text Ryan today and he said she didn't want to be at school. I didn't want to be at school either, although it was a good day.
I hope everyone has a great rest of the week! It's almost over.
Love,
The Thomas Family
Thursday, September 22, 2011
30 weeks...and its been rough!
It's Thursday and I usually try and do this on Monday, but it has been a CRAZY week! I'm not actually sure what I did Monday night but I know we had supper late and neither one of us was really hungry. I think I came home and became a couch potato. I got started into a book Sunday night and couldn't put it down and didn't go to bed until after 11!
Tuesday night we had our infant care class at the hospital. It was good and it was nice to have a refresher as to what you're supposed to do. There were a few things she talked about (immunizations, cribs, and car seats) that I know we will do different than what is recommended, but ultimately it is what is best for you and your baby.
Last night, I came home and became a couch potato again. I didn't even cook! Ryan cooked on the grill. It didn't help that Tuesday night was also a late night because the class went until 9 and that doesn't put us home until 9:30 or so and in bed by a little after 10.
So, I feel like I've been snapping at my kids at school and that every little thing is getting on my nerves. I know I'm tired and pregnant though, and I hope that goes away soon! If I could afford to take a day off, tomorrow would be it, or even today.
Rae is still moving around a bunch and stretching all the time. She definitely lets me know if I'm squishing her! (Which she doesn't like.) Most days it feels like she is balled up at the very top of my stomach and won't scoot down! It is worse after I eat. I go back to the doctor for my last 4 week appointment next week and I may not even see my doctor depending on if she has had her baby. The 2 week appointments start after that and I think I have about 2 of those and then start the every week appointments. I'm very curious to find out the measurements of my belly to see if she is right on track or not.
This weekend we're just relaxing. Ryan said he might go fishing Sunday and I need to go get some wine for a bachlorette party! Next weekend is the big baby shower and bachlorette party! I can't wait to see all of my family and friends. It has been way too long for some of them! And most of them have not seen me this pregnant.
Well, I better get busy with work. I hope all have a good rest of the week and enjoy the nice weather!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday night we had our infant care class at the hospital. It was good and it was nice to have a refresher as to what you're supposed to do. There were a few things she talked about (immunizations, cribs, and car seats) that I know we will do different than what is recommended, but ultimately it is what is best for you and your baby.
Last night, I came home and became a couch potato again. I didn't even cook! Ryan cooked on the grill. It didn't help that Tuesday night was also a late night because the class went until 9 and that doesn't put us home until 9:30 or so and in bed by a little after 10.
So, I feel like I've been snapping at my kids at school and that every little thing is getting on my nerves. I know I'm tired and pregnant though, and I hope that goes away soon! If I could afford to take a day off, tomorrow would be it, or even today.
Rae is still moving around a bunch and stretching all the time. She definitely lets me know if I'm squishing her! (Which she doesn't like.) Most days it feels like she is balled up at the very top of my stomach and won't scoot down! It is worse after I eat. I go back to the doctor for my last 4 week appointment next week and I may not even see my doctor depending on if she has had her baby. The 2 week appointments start after that and I think I have about 2 of those and then start the every week appointments. I'm very curious to find out the measurements of my belly to see if she is right on track or not.
This weekend we're just relaxing. Ryan said he might go fishing Sunday and I need to go get some wine for a bachlorette party! Next weekend is the big baby shower and bachlorette party! I can't wait to see all of my family and friends. It has been way too long for some of them! And most of them have not seen me this pregnant.
Well, I better get busy with work. I hope all have a good rest of the week and enjoy the nice weather!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
29 weeks
I can't believe our little girl will be here in about 11 weeks. We're ready for the most part. Cloth diapers and a gate is all we need before she gets here. I put all of her clothes away this past weekend. Her dresser drawers (6) are full!!! After Ryan looked at her closet, he said she would need another shelf to hang clothes on! Yep, she is spoiled already! I've been thinking a lot lately about how much our lives will change the day she arrives. We ask the dogs all the time what they are going to do when their sister arrives. There are so many things going through my mind about when she will be here, what things will be like, and so much more! She will grace us with her presence at just the right time!
She has been doing a lot more moving lately all times of the day. I still find it crazy that when Ryan comes to sit next to me or watches my belly she quits moving. Wonder if she will be shy like her Momma...
This past weekend we relaxed around the house, had friends for supper, cleaned vehicles, and cleaned Raelynn's toys and seats. It was a good job done! I can't imagine our living room full of her things! :) Yesterday I had a breastfeeding class. It was very interesting and comforting to know the nurses and lactation consultant will be there to help in the process. Next will be an infant care class and a birthing class. Both of which I am very excited for! The rest of the week will be spent just working and relaxing! This coming weekend I don't think we have much planned either. Maybe a date night!
I hope everyone has a good week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
She has been doing a lot more moving lately all times of the day. I still find it crazy that when Ryan comes to sit next to me or watches my belly she quits moving. Wonder if she will be shy like her Momma...
This past weekend we relaxed around the house, had friends for supper, cleaned vehicles, and cleaned Raelynn's toys and seats. It was a good job done! I can't imagine our living room full of her things! :) Yesterday I had a breastfeeding class. It was very interesting and comforting to know the nurses and lactation consultant will be there to help in the process. Next will be an infant care class and a birthing class. Both of which I am very excited for! The rest of the week will be spent just working and relaxing! This coming weekend I don't think we have much planned either. Maybe a date night!
I hope everyone has a good week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, September 5, 2011
2/3rds of the way there!!!
Today, I'm 28 weeks, and just beginning my 3rd trimester!!! I can't believe our little girl will be here in a little less than 3 months!
At the doctor on Thursday, things went well. I've only gained 18 pounds so far, measured just right, and Raelynn's heart rate was 145. The doctor could feel her moving around while she was trying to get a heart rate. She has been all over the place. For the first time this week, Raelynn has been up in my ribs which is definitely an uncomfortable feeling!
Last week was much less stressful. Finally feeling good about my schedule and students. Now I just have to focus on my lesson plans. I also found a long term sub and I think she is going to be great!
We spent this past weekend at home. It was wonderful! Everyone was wanting to feel Rae move, and she didn't move much at all. But this morning and right now, she is jumping around like crazy! So I'm not sure if it was all of the walking or talking I did that calmed her, but she wasn't wanting to show off for anyone! We spent Saturday hanging out a shopping. I got some awesome maternity clothes from one of Mom's coworkers! We had a BBQ at Grandmas, and it was nice to see everyone. Sunday I got to hang out with one of my best friends ALL day! It was so nice to see Ashley and hang out with her. We went to the flea market, fixed a few things for Grandma, worked on baby shower invitations, looked through baby clothes, ate, and ate, and ate! Oh, and we got to fire the pistols! It was a great, much needed weekend!!!
This week I think we're attending a birthing class and a breastfeeding class. I'm excited to get to know more about what will happen in the next 3 months.
I hope everyone had a good Labor Day weekend and has a great short week!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
At the doctor on Thursday, things went well. I've only gained 18 pounds so far, measured just right, and Raelynn's heart rate was 145. The doctor could feel her moving around while she was trying to get a heart rate. She has been all over the place. For the first time this week, Raelynn has been up in my ribs which is definitely an uncomfortable feeling!
Last week was much less stressful. Finally feeling good about my schedule and students. Now I just have to focus on my lesson plans. I also found a long term sub and I think she is going to be great!
We spent this past weekend at home. It was wonderful! Everyone was wanting to feel Rae move, and she didn't move much at all. But this morning and right now, she is jumping around like crazy! So I'm not sure if it was all of the walking or talking I did that calmed her, but she wasn't wanting to show off for anyone! We spent Saturday hanging out a shopping. I got some awesome maternity clothes from one of Mom's coworkers! We had a BBQ at Grandmas, and it was nice to see everyone. Sunday I got to hang out with one of my best friends ALL day! It was so nice to see Ashley and hang out with her. We went to the flea market, fixed a few things for Grandma, worked on baby shower invitations, looked through baby clothes, ate, and ate, and ate! Oh, and we got to fire the pistols! It was a great, much needed weekend!!!
This week I think we're attending a birthing class and a breastfeeding class. I'm excited to get to know more about what will happen in the next 3 months.
I hope everyone had a good Labor Day weekend and has a great short week!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Sunday, August 28, 2011
27 weeks
Last week of the 2nd trimester! 13 weeks to go!!
This past week I made it through the first week of school. It was stressful, but successful! By Friday I had met and worked with all of my students, and am looking forward to learning a lot from them!
This week also gave me the worst heartburn I've ever had. Tums, milk, and aloe Vera juice were my best friends! The other thing that started this week were Charley horses. One night I had one in each leg and couldn't get out of bed. So, being on my feet all day in any shoe but a tennis shoe is not good. Ryan did a lot of cooking this week.
I have continued feeling Raelynn all over. Sometimes I catch a glimpse of my belly jumping out of the corner of my eye! :) It is the best feeling in the world! Ryan finally felt her, but he said barely. For some reason, as soon as he sits next to me, she stops moving. I don't feel like I've gotten much bigger in the last few weeks, but I'm sure my pictures say otherwise. I am also feeling some Braxton Hicks Contractions throughout the day.
This week is my last monthly doctors appointment. After this one, I'll be seeing the doctor every 2 weeks. I can't believe I'm almost a third of the way done! I can't believe we'll be seeing our little girl in about 3 months! I asked Ryan tonight if he was ready for Raelynn to be here, and he said he's ready to spoil her! She will certainly be daddy's little girl!
Hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This past week I made it through the first week of school. It was stressful, but successful! By Friday I had met and worked with all of my students, and am looking forward to learning a lot from them!
This week also gave me the worst heartburn I've ever had. Tums, milk, and aloe Vera juice were my best friends! The other thing that started this week were Charley horses. One night I had one in each leg and couldn't get out of bed. So, being on my feet all day in any shoe but a tennis shoe is not good. Ryan did a lot of cooking this week.
I have continued feeling Raelynn all over. Sometimes I catch a glimpse of my belly jumping out of the corner of my eye! :) It is the best feeling in the world! Ryan finally felt her, but he said barely. For some reason, as soon as he sits next to me, she stops moving. I don't feel like I've gotten much bigger in the last few weeks, but I'm sure my pictures say otherwise. I am also feeling some Braxton Hicks Contractions throughout the day.
This week is my last monthly doctors appointment. After this one, I'll be seeing the doctor every 2 weeks. I can't believe I'm almost a third of the way done! I can't believe we'll be seeing our little girl in about 3 months! I asked Ryan tonight if he was ready for Raelynn to be here, and he said he's ready to spoil her! She will certainly be daddy's little girl!
Hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
26 weeks
Well, this was the first week of school and it has been a bit stressful. But with a new routine and new students, it is to be expected. With the stress of school has come the worst heartburn/indigestion I've ever had. And I'm sure Raelynn isn't helping it any. :)
She is doing well. I am definitely feeling her kick more and all over. Some times I feel her high and low, and sometimes I feel her from side to side. I was wondering tonight if maybe it's her butt bumping me in the side. :) I've also been thinking that I hope she doesn't get tangled up in there with all of the moving she's been doing. There is no rhyme or reason to her movement either. Sometimes it's early in the morning when I first get up, sometimes it's when I'm going to bed, and sometimes its during the day.
I have finally hit the single digits as to how many days we have left until she gets here. 97 days today, 14 weeks, 3 months. So depends on how you look at it, it seems like we have a long ways to go, and another way you look at it, it seems like we don't have much time at all. My mom and dad were cracking me up this weekend planning butchering and things like that around Raelynn. Makes it so much more real!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
She is doing well. I am definitely feeling her kick more and all over. Some times I feel her high and low, and sometimes I feel her from side to side. I was wondering tonight if maybe it's her butt bumping me in the side. :) I've also been thinking that I hope she doesn't get tangled up in there with all of the moving she's been doing. There is no rhyme or reason to her movement either. Sometimes it's early in the morning when I first get up, sometimes it's when I'm going to bed, and sometimes its during the day.
I have finally hit the single digits as to how many days we have left until she gets here. 97 days today, 14 weeks, 3 months. So depends on how you look at it, it seems like we have a long ways to go, and another way you look at it, it seems like we don't have much time at all. My mom and dad were cracking me up this weekend planning butchering and things like that around Raelynn. Makes it so much more real!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, August 15, 2011
25 Weeks
This is the week I go back to work. I'm not sure how I'm going to make it without my naps, guess I'll have to come home and take a SHORT one. Today and Tuesday are my last days to relax and then its off to meetings and finishing up my classroom. I am glad it is finally here. It has been nice to relax, but getting back on a routine will be nice, plus I think time will go by fast.
Last Wednesday I got a call and said I failed the 1 hour glucose test for gestational diabetes. My blood sugar was at a 147. So I went in on Thursday for the 3 hour test. They drew blood when I first got there, I drank the drink, waited an hour, had blood drawn, waited another hour, had blood drawn, and waited the final hour, and had blood drawn. They called me Friday late afternoon and told me my blood sugars were right where they wanted them. Yea! The doctor wanted me to keep eating a healthy diet. I think my first 1 hour test was high because I ate a foot long Subway sandwich for lunch! It was delicious, but I will not be making that mistake again.
We went Saturday to Aunt Patsy and Uncle Billy's and got Raelynn's crib! It is one she used for her own children that she got from the farm. She had the old one I used when I was a baby, but it was shorter to the ground and the mattress was not adjustable. The sides on her bed slide up and down. I know there are regulations against them making those cribs anymore, but I think it will work just fine. I don't anticipate her being in there for very long, and she will learn that when it is time to sleep, she needs to lay down and sleep. So while Ryan was downstairs working on putting in some cabinets, I put her crib together! It is BEAUTIFUL! I can't wait to get my bedding and finish it!
While we were at Aunt Patsy's, Aunt Betty was there. She had tons of girl clothes, a exersaucer, bottles, and more! Yesterday I went through her clothes and picked out the 0-3 months that she will be able to wear and am in the process of washing them. I have lots of hangers, but can't decide where I want to put her clothes. In the dresser, or in her closet. So I've put quite a bit of jammies and things in her dresser and hung up the onesies and dresses.
Her room is almost done! I have butterflies to put on the walls yet, and probably some of the Disney pictures. Now we're just waiting for her to get here!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Last Wednesday I got a call and said I failed the 1 hour glucose test for gestational diabetes. My blood sugar was at a 147. So I went in on Thursday for the 3 hour test. They drew blood when I first got there, I drank the drink, waited an hour, had blood drawn, waited another hour, had blood drawn, and waited the final hour, and had blood drawn. They called me Friday late afternoon and told me my blood sugars were right where they wanted them. Yea! The doctor wanted me to keep eating a healthy diet. I think my first 1 hour test was high because I ate a foot long Subway sandwich for lunch! It was delicious, but I will not be making that mistake again.
We went Saturday to Aunt Patsy and Uncle Billy's and got Raelynn's crib! It is one she used for her own children that she got from the farm. She had the old one I used when I was a baby, but it was shorter to the ground and the mattress was not adjustable. The sides on her bed slide up and down. I know there are regulations against them making those cribs anymore, but I think it will work just fine. I don't anticipate her being in there for very long, and she will learn that when it is time to sleep, she needs to lay down and sleep. So while Ryan was downstairs working on putting in some cabinets, I put her crib together! It is BEAUTIFUL! I can't wait to get my bedding and finish it!
While we were at Aunt Patsy's, Aunt Betty was there. She had tons of girl clothes, a exersaucer, bottles, and more! Yesterday I went through her clothes and picked out the 0-3 months that she will be able to wear and am in the process of washing them. I have lots of hangers, but can't decide where I want to put her clothes. In the dresser, or in her closet. So I've put quite a bit of jammies and things in her dresser and hung up the onesies and dresses.
Her room is almost done! I have butterflies to put on the walls yet, and probably some of the Disney pictures. Now we're just waiting for her to get here!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
24 weeks
Wow! Week 23 went by fast! Not that I did a ton, but my classroom is ready and I did WAY too much lifting. I'm still a bit sore. Ryan helped me on Saturday move all of my boxes from home to school and unpack them. I have 2 boxes left! And they are small.
I had a check up appointment on Friday. Raelynn is doing great. Growing normally. The doctor had a difficult time finding her heart rate because she was hiding behind my vessel. But when she did find it, it was at about 132, which is normal; however, it has slowed down. I have also gained 7 pounds in the last 4 weeks. YIKES! So 17 overall, but a little over half way to the normal 30 pounds, and a little over half way to delivery! That was the worst pregnancy symptom last month, was feeling like I was hungry ALL THE TIME! It has gotten better now. I am working on getting enough water/liquid. I'm usually thirsty about 7:30 at night and when I drink, it makes me get up in the middle of the night and have to pee.
This week I'm just hanging out, relaxing. I went yesterday with my cousin to Kansas to drop a load of fertilizer. Today I am going to hang out with some girl friends. Tomorrow we are going to lunch as a South East group! And Saturday we're hopefully going to pick up our crib!!! I can't wait to finish getting Rae's room ready!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
I had a check up appointment on Friday. Raelynn is doing great. Growing normally. The doctor had a difficult time finding her heart rate because she was hiding behind my vessel. But when she did find it, it was at about 132, which is normal; however, it has slowed down. I have also gained 7 pounds in the last 4 weeks. YIKES! So 17 overall, but a little over half way to the normal 30 pounds, and a little over half way to delivery! That was the worst pregnancy symptom last month, was feeling like I was hungry ALL THE TIME! It has gotten better now. I am working on getting enough water/liquid. I'm usually thirsty about 7:30 at night and when I drink, it makes me get up in the middle of the night and have to pee.
This week I'm just hanging out, relaxing. I went yesterday with my cousin to Kansas to drop a load of fertilizer. Today I am going to hang out with some girl friends. Tomorrow we are going to lunch as a South East group! And Saturday we're hopefully going to pick up our crib!!! I can't wait to finish getting Rae's room ready!
I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, August 1, 2011
23 weeks
She is definitely moving around more! Last night she was going crazy! Her daddy still hasn't felt her yet. :( I am still hungry about 24/7. I've been trying to eat healthy snacks that are good for Rae. That seems to be the only symptom I've been feeling. Besides my feet killing me! I'm not sure how I'm going to make it 8 hour days on my feet. I guess I'll be coming home to soak my feet!
This weekend we went home to see family, and she became spoiled before she even gets here! Her closet is pretty much full! She has cloth diapers to wear that are too cute! I can't wait until she gets here!
This week is the last week before I spend almost every day in my classroom getting it ready. Tuesday is my first shower and a get together with the South East Gang! I can't wait to see everyone before school starts! Friday is my doctor appointment where I have to do the glucose test. Hoping it goes well. Friday is also the first day we can get into the building and into our classrooms. Ryan and I will be spending Saturday unpacking all of my crap from home and taking it to school. Hopefully we can get it done this weekend and not have to go back. Not a ton to unpack, but it is figuring out where exactly I want to put everything.
Have a great week everyone!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This weekend we went home to see family, and she became spoiled before she even gets here! Her closet is pretty much full! She has cloth diapers to wear that are too cute! I can't wait until she gets here!
This week is the last week before I spend almost every day in my classroom getting it ready. Tuesday is my first shower and a get together with the South East Gang! I can't wait to see everyone before school starts! Friday is my doctor appointment where I have to do the glucose test. Hoping it goes well. Friday is also the first day we can get into the building and into our classrooms. Ryan and I will be spending Saturday unpacking all of my crap from home and taking it to school. Hopefully we can get it done this weekend and not have to go back. Not a ton to unpack, but it is figuring out where exactly I want to put everything.
Have a great week everyone!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, July 25, 2011
22 weeks
The only thing new is that I felt Rae kick me! From the outside. Granted I had to push on my belly, but she's definitely in there! :) We put up her wall stickers this weekend. They are very cute! Her pack-n-play is up too for a temporary crib. It might end up being her permanent one, we'll see. Her room is starting to take shape though and I'm excited about that! My mom called me earlier this week and told me they were shopping at "Once upon a child" and got her about 20 outfits for cheap! Her closet will be full!
This is the last full week before school starts. I'm ready to get back into the swing of things and get my school year started. It will go by quickly, therefore the quicker I get to see our daughter! I'm hoping we can get in our building August 5th and work all weekend on bringing stuff back in and unpacking. Ryan's going to help me with getting my room back together since I shouldn't lift anything. So, since this is my last full week, I'm relaxing, finishing a book, and finishing Rae's toy box. We're going to a friends house for dinner and I'm going to a friends house for lunch one day this week. Just a little bit of time out of the house. Trying to save the gas so we can go home this weekend!
I hope everyone stays cool this week. I know I can't wait for the heat to let up... It's driving me crazy!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This is the last full week before school starts. I'm ready to get back into the swing of things and get my school year started. It will go by quickly, therefore the quicker I get to see our daughter! I'm hoping we can get in our building August 5th and work all weekend on bringing stuff back in and unpacking. Ryan's going to help me with getting my room back together since I shouldn't lift anything. So, since this is my last full week, I'm relaxing, finishing a book, and finishing Rae's toy box. We're going to a friends house for dinner and I'm going to a friends house for lunch one day this week. Just a little bit of time out of the house. Trying to save the gas so we can go home this weekend!
I hope everyone stays cool this week. I know I can't wait for the heat to let up... It's driving me crazy!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, July 18, 2011
21 weeks
Not much going on this week. No class, no appointments, nothing! I will probably be working on Rae's toy box to paint it to look like her dresser. We went this weekend to Home Depot and got a closet system. Hopefully we'll put those in this week. We have to empty her closet first; although there isn't much.
Still not feeling much movemement; however, I think she knows when the computer is sitting on my lap because she starts wiggling! Feeling pretty good overall. I got her first cloth diapers last week! They are peach, and soft on the outside. I was surprised that they weren't slick on the outside! They are going to be so cute on her!
Hope all remain cool! It's going to be a hot week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Still not feeling much movemement; however, I think she knows when the computer is sitting on my lap because she starts wiggling! Feeling pretty good overall. I got her first cloth diapers last week! They are peach, and soft on the outside. I was surprised that they weren't slick on the outside! They are going to be so cute on her!
Hope all remain cool! It's going to be a hot week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, July 11, 2011
HALF WAY!!!! 20 weeks!
I can't believe I'm half way to seeing my Chicken Little!! Only another 20 weeks (hopefully a few less)!! I often find myself thinking about our little girl growing inside me and get so excited! I can't wait to meet her! At my last doctors appointment, Friday, July 8, the doctor said things were going well. She had the results from the ultra sound and said she had everything necessary for continued healthy growth. Rae is in the 31st percentile, which means she is bigger than 31% of all babies at her age. Her heartbeat was about 145 and again she kept rolling away from the Doppler. I sure do wish I could feel her being wiggly...
This week I'm finishing up my graduate work and working on my garden. I'm putting up green beans sometime this week, probably tomorrow. Since I don't have all of the canning experience my mom does, I'm just going to blanch and freeze them. I'm also trying to get rid of some cucumbers. It is so nice to have my own garden and be able to pass on the veggies, I also don't want to throw any of it away...
I'm also working on painting Rae's dresser. The blue is very pretty! I can't wait to put the polka dots on! Unfortunately the knobs are glued on...yuck! But the first coat is on and the second will go on today sometime. I have to work on the polka dots and how to go about putting those on...
We finished registering at Walmart and Target this weekend! I can't wait to get her room set up! We're ordering some stickers for the walls.
Have a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This week I'm finishing up my graduate work and working on my garden. I'm putting up green beans sometime this week, probably tomorrow. Since I don't have all of the canning experience my mom does, I'm just going to blanch and freeze them. I'm also trying to get rid of some cucumbers. It is so nice to have my own garden and be able to pass on the veggies, I also don't want to throw any of it away...
I'm also working on painting Rae's dresser. The blue is very pretty! I can't wait to put the polka dots on! Unfortunately the knobs are glued on...yuck! But the first coat is on and the second will go on today sometime. I have to work on the polka dots and how to go about putting those on...
We finished registering at Walmart and Target this weekend! I can't wait to get her room set up! We're ordering some stickers for the walls.
Have a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
19 weeks
This is the last week of having to drive to class!!! I will certainly be glad it is over and get on to enjoying my summer!
Last weekend was pretty interesting. I think I did pretty good with being in a car for 26+ hours and over 1500 miles. We were certainly glad to be home! The reunion was great as usual, and I am still getting to know family members and who they belong to. We purchased pictures of Ryan's father and grandfather at the auction. I am excited to start a family wall or scrapbook of pictures for Raelynn and future babies to look at. I want my children to get to know all of their grandparents. Everyone was excited to know it was a girl and talked about spoiling her from day one!
This week, I've been feeling our Chicken Little a bit more. I haven't been feeling specific kicks, but quite a bit of movement which is an AMAZING feeling! I wish Ryan could feel it from the outside. :( I have been feeling pretty good; however, I seem more tired this week. My allergies are acting up too, but I still haven't sneezed and peed yet. :) I know its coming. Bending over is getting harder; I'm having a difficult time getting my leg up to put my shoes and socks on and also am having a hard time bending over to tie them. My appetite has kind of changed. I'm hungry, but can't find anything that looks good. I've also noticed my texture tolerance has changed. Last night we had shrimp, corn, rice, and broccoli, and I had a difficult time eating the shrimp and corn due to the texture. My gag reflex is still very high as well. Bandit got sick twice on Tuesday and I had a hard time picking it up. I also have a hard time brushing my teeth.
While we were at the family reunion, Jaci told me she used Head and Shoulders with Selenium Sulfide in it for her cystic acne and acne in general. She said she also uses it now while she is struggling with cancer. I use the normal Head and Shoulders on Monday and Tuesday and noticed my acne drying out! I used the Selenium Sulfide Head and Shoulders today and haven't noticed a big difference. I am hoping it will work some and I won't look like I have the chicken pox when I go back to school! :)
I bought Raelynn her first girl onsies yesterday!!! I hadn't been to the store since we found out, and I should steer clear of the baby section! I can't wait for the winter things to come out so I can start purchasing her some things for when she's born. I know I should be buying her some of the summer stuff for next year while its on sale and I'm sure I will. I just want to buy for her so she can wear it now!!!
We're going to look for Ryan a new truck tonight, so I shall go.
Love,
Jessica, Ryan and Raelynn!
Last weekend was pretty interesting. I think I did pretty good with being in a car for 26+ hours and over 1500 miles. We were certainly glad to be home! The reunion was great as usual, and I am still getting to know family members and who they belong to. We purchased pictures of Ryan's father and grandfather at the auction. I am excited to start a family wall or scrapbook of pictures for Raelynn and future babies to look at. I want my children to get to know all of their grandparents. Everyone was excited to know it was a girl and talked about spoiling her from day one!
This week, I've been feeling our Chicken Little a bit more. I haven't been feeling specific kicks, but quite a bit of movement which is an AMAZING feeling! I wish Ryan could feel it from the outside. :( I have been feeling pretty good; however, I seem more tired this week. My allergies are acting up too, but I still haven't sneezed and peed yet. :) I know its coming. Bending over is getting harder; I'm having a difficult time getting my leg up to put my shoes and socks on and also am having a hard time bending over to tie them. My appetite has kind of changed. I'm hungry, but can't find anything that looks good. I've also noticed my texture tolerance has changed. Last night we had shrimp, corn, rice, and broccoli, and I had a difficult time eating the shrimp and corn due to the texture. My gag reflex is still very high as well. Bandit got sick twice on Tuesday and I had a hard time picking it up. I also have a hard time brushing my teeth.
While we were at the family reunion, Jaci told me she used Head and Shoulders with Selenium Sulfide in it for her cystic acne and acne in general. She said she also uses it now while she is struggling with cancer. I use the normal Head and Shoulders on Monday and Tuesday and noticed my acne drying out! I used the Selenium Sulfide Head and Shoulders today and haven't noticed a big difference. I am hoping it will work some and I won't look like I have the chicken pox when I go back to school! :)
I bought Raelynn her first girl onsies yesterday!!! I hadn't been to the store since we found out, and I should steer clear of the baby section! I can't wait for the winter things to come out so I can start purchasing her some things for when she's born. I know I should be buying her some of the summer stuff for next year while its on sale and I'm sure I will. I just want to buy for her so she can wear it now!!!
We're going to look for Ryan a new truck tonight, so I shall go.
Love,
Jessica, Ryan and Raelynn!
Friday, July 1, 2011
Week 18 and Its a.........
This week we got to find out what our Chicken Little is....and its a GIRL!!!!! The ultrasound revealed she was healthy and VERY wiggly! Unfortunately my placenta is on the top instead of on the bottom, which is no big deal, which creates a pillow and so I can't feel her moving as much as she is moving. She weights 8 ounces. Things could not be better with our little girl!!! They remind you to drink about 32 ounces of water so your bladder is full. Well when I got in the waiting room, I was jumping at every bump and wiggle because I REALLY had to pee! When we got in the room, it was difficult to lay down and as soon as she put the wand on my belly and looked at my bladder, she said it was WAY too full! What a releif when I got to empty it. When we were almost done with the ultrasound, she said my bladder was already filling up. She couldn't check to see if there were 10 toes because our Chicken Little was digging her toes into my bladder.
We have decided though she isn't going to have ALL pink stuff. We're painting her dresser a darker blue with orange poka dots and when I was looking at bedding I found a really cute, bright colored, circle bedding set.
This week has been long. My classes are almost over and I can't wait! I've been feeling good except for being hungry! I haven't been sleeping very well and I can't decide if it is because I've been coming home and working and then taking a nap, or because my back hurts. So yesterday I didn't nap until about 7 and only napped for about a half hour. Then Ryan and I went for a walk about 8. I slept MUCH better last night! I saw the first stretch marks this morning... So I'll have to apply loation liberally from here on out.
Today we are getting ready to go to Michigan to the annual Thomas Family Reunion. I am very excited to get out of town and see Ryan's family! I always have a good time at the reunion and spending time with his family. Plus, on this trip, I'll be able to say I have been to a new state! I'm not so sure I will enjoy 24 total hours in the car though... 6 hours tonight, 6 hours on Saturday, 9 hours on Sunday, and another 3 hours on Monday. I sure am glad we have Monday off!
I hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July!!!
We have decided though she isn't going to have ALL pink stuff. We're painting her dresser a darker blue with orange poka dots and when I was looking at bedding I found a really cute, bright colored, circle bedding set.
This week has been long. My classes are almost over and I can't wait! I've been feeling good except for being hungry! I haven't been sleeping very well and I can't decide if it is because I've been coming home and working and then taking a nap, or because my back hurts. So yesterday I didn't nap until about 7 and only napped for about a half hour. Then Ryan and I went for a walk about 8. I slept MUCH better last night! I saw the first stretch marks this morning... So I'll have to apply loation liberally from here on out.
Today we are getting ready to go to Michigan to the annual Thomas Family Reunion. I am very excited to get out of town and see Ryan's family! I always have a good time at the reunion and spending time with his family. Plus, on this trip, I'll be able to say I have been to a new state! I'm not so sure I will enjoy 24 total hours in the car though... 6 hours tonight, 6 hours on Saturday, 9 hours on Sunday, and another 3 hours on Monday. I sure am glad we have Monday off!
I hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July!!!
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
17 weeks
Well, this week has been alright. I'm feeling a little down and I'm not sure why... Oh, thats right! I'm hormonal! :) We find out what the baby is a week from tomorrow and I CAN'T WAIT!!! I just want to see our healthy Chicken Butt Little. We will be finding out what it is and then the registry and buying shall really begin! I can't wait to see our little one!
I guess the other thing that is really bothering me this week is that I want to feel the baby so badly. I want to feel it kick and wiggle. I've been trying to lay still when I lay down so I can feel the kicks. Chicken Butt Little has been wiggly all along, but I guess I don't know what to feel for. Sometimes I think they are in there moving and other times they're not. I also can't wait for Ryan to feel them!
The other thing is that I want to start showing! My pre-pregnancy clothes haven't fit in about a month, but I don't feel like I have a belly. I've been taking weekly pictures and last week it seemed that I was showing, but being overweight doesn't help much. I would like to look pregnant and not fat. I'm sure the time will come when I'm ready not to show anymore and for my belly to quit growing.
Right now the baby is about 5 inches long and about 5 ounces. Lots more room to grow.
We went to the lake last weekend and had a great time! I was kind of stressing the whole time because of the boat ride and being on the water. Just want a healthy baby!
This Friday we're going to a ball game with friends! I can't wait for that either! A Royals/Cubs game!!!
Hope everyone has a great rest of the week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
I guess the other thing that is really bothering me this week is that I want to feel the baby so badly. I want to feel it kick and wiggle. I've been trying to lay still when I lay down so I can feel the kicks. Chicken Butt Little has been wiggly all along, but I guess I don't know what to feel for. Sometimes I think they are in there moving and other times they're not. I also can't wait for Ryan to feel them!
The other thing is that I want to start showing! My pre-pregnancy clothes haven't fit in about a month, but I don't feel like I have a belly. I've been taking weekly pictures and last week it seemed that I was showing, but being overweight doesn't help much. I would like to look pregnant and not fat. I'm sure the time will come when I'm ready not to show anymore and for my belly to quit growing.
Right now the baby is about 5 inches long and about 5 ounces. Lots more room to grow.
We went to the lake last weekend and had a great time! I was kind of stressing the whole time because of the boat ride and being on the water. Just want a healthy baby!
This Friday we're going to a ball game with friends! I can't wait for that either! A Royals/Cubs game!!!
Hope everyone has a great rest of the week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
16 weeks
This past week has been good. I found out my other class doesn't start until this next Monday. The only thing about writing every week, is that I forgot what I wrote last week... Most recently my front teeth have had this almost tingling sensation on and off all day. It can happen at the most random times and not always when I'm eating. I'm REALLY hoping its not a cavity (*knock on wood* I've never had one). There isn't much else baby news. This week I'm really starting to feel like I'm pregnant and am starting to show more pregnant than fat.
Last weekend we hung out at home. I went to a friends house and visited while her boyfriends boys had their birthday party. She has a pool, and that was the first time I'd been in all summer! It was WONDERFUL!!!! It was also nice to see friends again and catch up. We also went to the lake on Friday and I got a bit burnt. I was hoping it would help with my acne, and it seemed to a little bit. This next weeekend we're going to Table Rock Lake to visit Grandpa and to hopefully catch some fish! He said there was at least one walleye that didn't go over the dam when the water was really high. :)
My appetite has been kind of up and down. Sometimes I'm hungry for one thing, fix it and then I'm not hungry for it anymore. I've been craving carbs of all kinds. Sandwiches still and noodles.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Last weekend we hung out at home. I went to a friends house and visited while her boyfriends boys had their birthday party. She has a pool, and that was the first time I'd been in all summer! It was WONDERFUL!!!! It was also nice to see friends again and catch up. We also went to the lake on Friday and I got a bit burnt. I was hoping it would help with my acne, and it seemed to a little bit. This next weeekend we're going to Table Rock Lake to visit Grandpa and to hopefully catch some fish! He said there was at least one walleye that didn't go over the dam when the water was really high. :)
My appetite has been kind of up and down. Sometimes I'm hungry for one thing, fix it and then I'm not hungry for it anymore. I've been craving carbs of all kinds. Sandwiches still and noodles.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Thursday, June 9, 2011
15 week Doctor Appointment
Yesterday I had my 4 week doctor appointment. I have only gained a total of 8 pounds so far, which the doctor wasn't too worried about. I would rather have gained nothing, but it's what is best for baby. I also got to hear the heart beat! It was 150, which is normal. However, the last few times it was at 165 and 168... She was able to find our little chicken butt very quickly! Chicken Butt Little was low, but my uterus is about to my belly button. I also got to set up our anatomy ultrasound!!!!! It is scheduled for June 29th at 4. Perfect for Ryan's schedule. We will be finding out what our Chicken Butt Little is.
Yesterday, I was CRAVING a sandwich! So I went to Subway and got a turkey and pepperjack cheese with all the veggies. It was AMAZING!!! I only got a 6 inch, and could have eaten a foot long. I know I'm not supposed to eat lunch meat, but I did have it toasted... I think the only other thing I have craved, and still am like "Ahhhhhh!" when I have it is milk.
Other things are going well. First week of class was over. 5 more weeks left. However, another class starts next Monday. So my afternoons might not be all naps and relaxation...
The maternity pants have been brought full on! That is all I wear. I don't have much, but they are amazing!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Love,
The Thomas'
Yesterday, I was CRAVING a sandwich! So I went to Subway and got a turkey and pepperjack cheese with all the veggies. It was AMAZING!!! I only got a 6 inch, and could have eaten a foot long. I know I'm not supposed to eat lunch meat, but I did have it toasted... I think the only other thing I have craved, and still am like "Ahhhhhh!" when I have it is milk.
Other things are going well. First week of class was over. 5 more weeks left. However, another class starts next Monday. So my afternoons might not be all naps and relaxation...
The maternity pants have been brought full on! That is all I wear. I don't have much, but they are amazing!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Love,
The Thomas'
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Week 14
Well, the work week is over! Time to relax for 4 days and then to my last few masters classes!!! I'm so glad I've reached my goal before my baby is here! I still have to write a paper, but I'm going to take some time to do so.
I have a dermatologist appointment tomorrow. I hope they can do SOMETHING about my acne that has covered my face, chest, and back. I was using some creams they gave be before I was pregnant, but obviously I can't use those anymore... So we'll see.
I'm feeling alright. My allergies are acting up worse than I can remember even with my allergy shots. So I've been told I can take Clartin or Zyrtec. The sinus pressure is the worst. I can still breathe, which is good!
I'll be very sad when I cannot sleep on my belly anymore. I miss sleeping comfortably the most. I'm used to getting up to go pee in the middle of the night because I'm pretty sure I've done that all my life anyway... But finding a comfortable position is the difficult part. I think the next investment will be a body pillow.
I'm not quite starting to show; at least not that I can see. However, my pants are starting to get a bit tighter. We had meetings on Tuesday this week, and I wore a pair of larger pants, and they were uncomfortable... So I wore my maternity pants today. Much better!!
Next doctors appointment will be Wednesday, June 8th. There I will make my ultrasound appointment to find out the sex. We're thinking the appointment will be either the end of June or beginning of July. We're excited to find out!
Well that is all for now. I'm kind of feeling a nap!
Take care!
Love,
Jess and Ryan
I have a dermatologist appointment tomorrow. I hope they can do SOMETHING about my acne that has covered my face, chest, and back. I was using some creams they gave be before I was pregnant, but obviously I can't use those anymore... So we'll see.
I'm feeling alright. My allergies are acting up worse than I can remember even with my allergy shots. So I've been told I can take Clartin or Zyrtec. The sinus pressure is the worst. I can still breathe, which is good!
I'll be very sad when I cannot sleep on my belly anymore. I miss sleeping comfortably the most. I'm used to getting up to go pee in the middle of the night because I'm pretty sure I've done that all my life anyway... But finding a comfortable position is the difficult part. I think the next investment will be a body pillow.
I'm not quite starting to show; at least not that I can see. However, my pants are starting to get a bit tighter. We had meetings on Tuesday this week, and I wore a pair of larger pants, and they were uncomfortable... So I wore my maternity pants today. Much better!!
Next doctors appointment will be Wednesday, June 8th. There I will make my ultrasound appointment to find out the sex. We're thinking the appointment will be either the end of June or beginning of July. We're excited to find out!
Well that is all for now. I'm kind of feeling a nap!
Take care!
Love,
Jess and Ryan
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Hopefully this will become a weekly thing. I want to keep track for my self, for my baby, and to keep everyone updated.
About the last week in March, I was supposed to start again. We had been trying since August and had thought we were pregnant in February. We went to the doctor, very excited, only to find out we weren't pregnant. So I decided to start tracking my temperature. I tracked for about 40 days, and didn't really see a change, and my temp didn't come down like they said it would. So, one morning we were getting ready and Ryan was in the shower. I decided to just take the test I had left over. Sure enough, it was positive! I was so excited and couldn't believe it! So on my way to work, I text a friend and asked what time she thought Dollar General opened. She drove by and said 8:00. So I went by before work and bout 5 of their $1 tests. The lady at the counter said that I really wanted to be sure! And I did! So, I went into work and took the 5 tests and sure enough, they were all positive too! I text Ryan a picture of the tests and had to tell the ladies in the office at work! They were all very excited because they knew we had been trying.
So, since then, I have had 2 doctors appointments and 1 ultrasound. The ultrasound was just to make sure of the due date and to see if I had any cysts on my ovaries. (I also found out in all of the blood work that I have high testosterone.) Ryan got to go with me and it was SOOOO cool! We got to see our Chicken Butt Little and hear its heartbeat! The tech said everything looked good and that the heartbeat was about 165. She said it was a wiggly baby and she had a hard time finding and keeping the heartbeat.
At my last doctor's appointment, I also got to hear the heartbeat again. It was at about 168. The doctor had a hard time finding it too and it wasn't there long. Still very cool! I had only gained about 5 pounds in the first 10 weeks. My next doctor appointment is June 8th. She said then we would set up the appointment for my next sonagram to figure out the sex.
I have not had any morning sickness, but have felt nauseous. I often have a hard time taking my vitamins in the evening. The other thing that has been not so hot is the amount of saliva due to my allergies. I'm having to drink hot tea or cider, which I am not looking foward to when it gets warmer.
I have had several cravings. For a while it was milk, and then slushies. Now its bagels and cream cheese and still milk. There isn't anything I can't eat, however supper tonight of fish about made me sick.
I did by a belly band so I can wear my regular pants. I wore it this weekend and it was ok. I'll be glad when I have some maternity pants.
School is almost over. 3 1/2 more days of students, and 7 more days of driving to Warrensburg for work. Then I will be driving to Lees Summit Mondays through Thursdays for class. 3 more classes until I can be done with graduate classes! I still have to work on my paper, but I'm going to take all year to do that.
Ryan has a job in town after being unemployed for 4 months. He is the maintenance guy at the local outlet mall, 9-5. Now I remember what it is like to have him passionate about work. Well, I don't know about passionate, but he is already trying to figure out what he is going to do and how he is going to make it his own. Fishing will become an evening and weekend thing.
Oh, and I turn 24 in 3 days....
Thats all for now.
Love,
Jessica
About the last week in March, I was supposed to start again. We had been trying since August and had thought we were pregnant in February. We went to the doctor, very excited, only to find out we weren't pregnant. So I decided to start tracking my temperature. I tracked for about 40 days, and didn't really see a change, and my temp didn't come down like they said it would. So, one morning we were getting ready and Ryan was in the shower. I decided to just take the test I had left over. Sure enough, it was positive! I was so excited and couldn't believe it! So on my way to work, I text a friend and asked what time she thought Dollar General opened. She drove by and said 8:00. So I went by before work and bout 5 of their $1 tests. The lady at the counter said that I really wanted to be sure! And I did! So, I went into work and took the 5 tests and sure enough, they were all positive too! I text Ryan a picture of the tests and had to tell the ladies in the office at work! They were all very excited because they knew we had been trying.
So, since then, I have had 2 doctors appointments and 1 ultrasound. The ultrasound was just to make sure of the due date and to see if I had any cysts on my ovaries. (I also found out in all of the blood work that I have high testosterone.) Ryan got to go with me and it was SOOOO cool! We got to see our Chicken Butt Little and hear its heartbeat! The tech said everything looked good and that the heartbeat was about 165. She said it was a wiggly baby and she had a hard time finding and keeping the heartbeat.
At my last doctor's appointment, I also got to hear the heartbeat again. It was at about 168. The doctor had a hard time finding it too and it wasn't there long. Still very cool! I had only gained about 5 pounds in the first 10 weeks. My next doctor appointment is June 8th. She said then we would set up the appointment for my next sonagram to figure out the sex.
I have not had any morning sickness, but have felt nauseous. I often have a hard time taking my vitamins in the evening. The other thing that has been not so hot is the amount of saliva due to my allergies. I'm having to drink hot tea or cider, which I am not looking foward to when it gets warmer.
I have had several cravings. For a while it was milk, and then slushies. Now its bagels and cream cheese and still milk. There isn't anything I can't eat, however supper tonight of fish about made me sick.
I did by a belly band so I can wear my regular pants. I wore it this weekend and it was ok. I'll be glad when I have some maternity pants.
School is almost over. 3 1/2 more days of students, and 7 more days of driving to Warrensburg for work. Then I will be driving to Lees Summit Mondays through Thursdays for class. 3 more classes until I can be done with graduate classes! I still have to work on my paper, but I'm going to take all year to do that.
Ryan has a job in town after being unemployed for 4 months. He is the maintenance guy at the local outlet mall, 9-5. Now I remember what it is like to have him passionate about work. Well, I don't know about passionate, but he is already trying to figure out what he is going to do and how he is going to make it his own. Fishing will become an evening and weekend thing.
Oh, and I turn 24 in 3 days....
Thats all for now.
Love,
Jessica
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