So here is the nursery all complete. We got our rocker this week and got a few more things hung on the wall. We are all set and ready to bring miss Addison Claire home to her cozy nursery.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
35 Week Belly Pictures
Well, we decided to take some pictures last night just in case we don't have this "bump" for too much longer. We want as many memories from the last 9 months as possible, so we thought we would share them. Enjoy!
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Ultrasound Pictures
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Friday, March 7, 2008
34 week update
Well, it's been an interesting and eventful week.
We were sent to Labor & Delivery on Tuesday after I thought I had been leaking amniotic fluid and having horrible pelvic pressure. They kept us in triage for 3 hours hooked up to the fetal monitor to monitor any contractions and the baby's activity level and heart rate. They did an exam and found that I was dilated 1 cm and that the baby was engaged and resting (very painfully for me) on my pelvic bone.
We followed up on Wed with an ultrasoud and a quick peek at the baby. She is perfect and weighs 5 lbs 4 oz. We got to see her precious little face and her cute little hand that she kept putting in front of her face (she was obviously not wanting her picture taken). My fluid level was on the lower side when they measured it, so we go back on Tuesday to make sure it hasn't dropped anymore.
After a few days of bed rest and taking it easy, we are still just calm and waiting to see what might or might not happen in the next few weeks. We did another Non Stress Test this morning and the baby is still active and had a good/steady heart rate strip.
So for now we are sitting tight and have our bags packed for any reason she may try to make an early appearance. The doctor will try to stop labor if the contractions start within the next 10-14 days, but after that time, if she is ready and trying to come, then we won't stop her.
We hate our trip to Roanoke got cancelled for this weekend and really hate missing the shower. We were looking forward to seeing everyone and visiting one last time just the 2 of us. But nature had a different plan for us this weekend and we just have to give up the control and let things be (as hard as that is for both of us)!
We will be sure to keep everyone updated on the latest news and we will get some of the ultrasound pictures scanned over the weekend and get them posted as well.
We were sent to Labor & Delivery on Tuesday after I thought I had been leaking amniotic fluid and having horrible pelvic pressure. They kept us in triage for 3 hours hooked up to the fetal monitor to monitor any contractions and the baby's activity level and heart rate. They did an exam and found that I was dilated 1 cm and that the baby was engaged and resting (very painfully for me) on my pelvic bone.
We followed up on Wed with an ultrasoud and a quick peek at the baby. She is perfect and weighs 5 lbs 4 oz. We got to see her precious little face and her cute little hand that she kept putting in front of her face (she was obviously not wanting her picture taken). My fluid level was on the lower side when they measured it, so we go back on Tuesday to make sure it hasn't dropped anymore.
After a few days of bed rest and taking it easy, we are still just calm and waiting to see what might or might not happen in the next few weeks. We did another Non Stress Test this morning and the baby is still active and had a good/steady heart rate strip.
So for now we are sitting tight and have our bags packed for any reason she may try to make an early appearance. The doctor will try to stop labor if the contractions start within the next 10-14 days, but after that time, if she is ready and trying to come, then we won't stop her.
We hate our trip to Roanoke got cancelled for this weekend and really hate missing the shower. We were looking forward to seeing everyone and visiting one last time just the 2 of us. But nature had a different plan for us this weekend and we just have to give up the control and let things be (as hard as that is for both of us)!
We will be sure to keep everyone updated on the latest news and we will get some of the ultrasound pictures scanned over the weekend and get them posted as well.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
33 weeks
33 Weeks: 49 days to go
Your baby now weighs about 4.2 pounds / 2 kilograms and measures approximately 17 inches/ 44 centimetres from head to toe.
Your baby should already be getting ready for delivery by turning upside-down -- his head should be pointing down. Your doctor or midwife will be paying careful attention to your baby's position in the coming weeks -- some babies do decide to turn back round again. Your baby's skull is still quite pliable and not completely joined, in part so he can ease out of the relatively narrow birth canal. But the bones in the rest of his body are hardening. Your baby's brain is also growing rapidly by pregnancy 33 weeks, contributing to a growth spurt of your baby's head.
Your baby's skin is also gradually becoming less red and wrinkled. If you were to take a snapshot of your baby you might notice their skin is slowly changing from reddish in color to bright pink as your baby accumulates more layers of fat under their skin.
You may notice rhythmic movements across your belly now. This could mean your baby has a case of the hiccups.
With the exception of crying, your baby is capable of doing everything that a newborn baby will do. Your baby is restricted now inside of the uterus, but still can kick and move. Your baby sleeps alot of the time, just as newborn babies do. Your baby's eyes move in the manner of REM sleep and researchers believe that babies can dream vividly in utero. When your baby is awake, she is listening, feeling and learning. There are billions of neurons in the brain that make trillions of connections.
If your baby were to be born now, the lungs would probably be strong enough to function properly, but your baby may still need extra care from specially trained doctors and nurses.
Your baby's eyes open during alert times and close during sleep. The eye color is usually blue, regardless of the permanent color as pigmentation is not fully developed. The final formation of eye pigmentation requires exposure to light and usually happens a few weeks after birth.
Your baby now weighs about 4.2 pounds / 2 kilograms and measures approximately 17 inches/ 44 centimetres from head to toe.
Your baby should already be getting ready for delivery by turning upside-down -- his head should be pointing down. Your doctor or midwife will be paying careful attention to your baby's position in the coming weeks -- some babies do decide to turn back round again. Your baby's skull is still quite pliable and not completely joined, in part so he can ease out of the relatively narrow birth canal. But the bones in the rest of his body are hardening. Your baby's brain is also growing rapidly by pregnancy 33 weeks, contributing to a growth spurt of your baby's head.
Your baby's skin is also gradually becoming less red and wrinkled. If you were to take a snapshot of your baby you might notice their skin is slowly changing from reddish in color to bright pink as your baby accumulates more layers of fat under their skin.
You may notice rhythmic movements across your belly now. This could mean your baby has a case of the hiccups.
With the exception of crying, your baby is capable of doing everything that a newborn baby will do. Your baby is restricted now inside of the uterus, but still can kick and move. Your baby sleeps alot of the time, just as newborn babies do. Your baby's eyes move in the manner of REM sleep and researchers believe that babies can dream vividly in utero. When your baby is awake, she is listening, feeling and learning. There are billions of neurons in the brain that make trillions of connections.
If your baby were to be born now, the lungs would probably be strong enough to function properly, but your baby may still need extra care from specially trained doctors and nurses.
Your baby's eyes open during alert times and close during sleep. The eye color is usually blue, regardless of the permanent color as pigmentation is not fully developed. The final formation of eye pigmentation requires exposure to light and usually happens a few weeks after birth.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Charlotte Baby Shower
Here are some pictures from Saturday's Baby Shower at La Tea Da's. We had a great time and got some very nice gifts!
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