Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Sappy Saturday...my baby's birthday
One year ago today, I was blessed with the miracle of a second son. A son that in the last year has dramatically changed my life. The sound of his first cry was even more remarkable than his brother's, as we didn't even know what or how he would be due to his early birth. I remember the perilous fear of not knowing...if I could turn back time and ease my mind each day in the hospital, oh I would.
As I said, this boy has completely changed my life, for the better I would like to think. Some amazing things he has done this year include:
- He has hit all his milestones according to his adjusted age (2 months later than his actual)
- He is almost 20 lbs and has been on the full term baby charts for months
- He has made his family active in the mission of the March of Dimes, doing our first (annual) walk and rasing over $3000 for the babies of the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek area
- He has inspired Mommy to become a milk donor all proceeds to healthy preemie babies in Michigan
- He has made the nurses at Bronson and Spectrum very happy when they received their goodies during Nurse's Appreciation Week.
- He has made the preemie mom's days day with the delivery of an gender appropriate preemie sized outfit for Mother's Day
For reminisince sake, this is my little man just a year ago...
And this is my BIG boy as of today...
Gunner can sit unassisted, crawl, he pulls to a stand any chance he gets, he babbles with the sweetest sounds of ma ma ma and da da da and many more, he points, he gestures, he gets excited when he sees something he wants, he loves to be outside (waves his hands the minute you get near the door), he adores his big brother, he has to be the happiest baby I have ever seen (or had), he loves his doggies and parents. He is a very very special boy that I consider myself blessed to have. And honestly, this is hard to say as I know there were portions of this last year that were tough and downright awful, but if it meant he wasn't exactly who he was, I wouldn't change a thing. I would go thru hell for this boy...and probably already have!
Happy birthday baby boy!
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Cribs, dressers, and baby stuff--oh my! Date: 03/20/2006
Well, we have now registered! Yikes, having a baby is EXPENSIVE!! We went to the "sale" at USA Baby on Saturday and found a crib that we love, but unfortunately the dresser and mattress were a little pricier than we planned. God knows they have to match... So we put it all on layaway and dread making the final payment! It is official, the baby has nicer stuff than us!
But, we did after a 2 hour ordeal, get registered at BabiesRUs; glad that it's done. It's nice that we can update it or shop online, because I am sure that it may not be convenient for everyone to get to the store.
Shower invites should be coming out soon, I am getting the guest lists to the hosts and I think that the showers will be held at the end of April.I have noticed that the baby has seemed to change positioning, as now I am feeling movement and jabs to the ribs as well as the much lower movement. Down to 89 days and counting!
But, we did after a 2 hour ordeal, get registered at BabiesRUs; glad that it's done. It's nice that we can update it or shop online, because I am sure that it may not be convenient for everyone to get to the store.
Shower invites should be coming out soon, I am getting the guest lists to the hosts and I think that the showers will be held at the end of April.I have noticed that the baby has seemed to change positioning, as now I am feeling movement and jabs to the ribs as well as the much lower movement. Down to 89 days and counting!
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Surprise "shower"
Date: 04/19/2006 03:00:00 AM
Would you believe that my students threw me a shower? Yep, I walked into class and all the lights were off, so I flipped them on and saw the front table decorated with cupcakes and cakes and a big bag filled with yellow, blue and pink tissue paper!
Of course can't have the cake, but I did have a bite. They actually went to BRU and bought me a diaper bag and filled it with all sorts of stuff--a bowl, spoons, shampoo, lotion, pacifiers, butt wipes, fully stocked. It was so sweet! I had no idea that they would do something like that!
Would you believe that my students threw me a shower? Yep, I walked into class and all the lights were off, so I flipped them on and saw the front table decorated with cupcakes and cakes and a big bag filled with yellow, blue and pink tissue paper!
Of course can't have the cake, but I did have a bite. They actually went to BRU and bought me a diaper bag and filled it with all sorts of stuff--a bowl, spoons, shampoo, lotion, pacifiers, butt wipes, fully stocked. It was so sweet! I had no idea that they would do something like that!
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
32 week appointment
Date: 04/18/2006 03:00:00 AM
Well, I had my 32 week appointment on Monday. Everything went good. I have been monitoring my blood sugar and made it through the Easter Holiday without eating jelly beans or peanut butter cups, which would be the only things I might have had a weakness for.
For the first time I have a small weight gain (only 6 oz) and I get told that is wrong too. I am convinced that I can't win with that. My blood pressure is great, the baby's heartbeat is strong and despite a little foot swelling/flatness I am feeling really good.
I am going to the doctor every week now, so you will be seeing lots of updates. I was told on Monday that I will have another ultrasound at 38 weeks, which is the 1st week of June. I also have to do "non-stress" test monitoring starting in a few weeks. Plus, if I don't go into labor by the 17th, I am getting induced. Which does scare me a little.
I sleep very well most nights, but still feel a little tired. Every movement is very pronounced now. A kick or punch feels like a jolt and it really seems to take your breath away or shock you even though you know it is coming!
Well, I had my 32 week appointment on Monday. Everything went good. I have been monitoring my blood sugar and made it through the Easter Holiday without eating jelly beans or peanut butter cups, which would be the only things I might have had a weakness for.
For the first time I have a small weight gain (only 6 oz) and I get told that is wrong too. I am convinced that I can't win with that. My blood pressure is great, the baby's heartbeat is strong and despite a little foot swelling/flatness I am feeling really good.
I am going to the doctor every week now, so you will be seeing lots of updates. I was told on Monday that I will have another ultrasound at 38 weeks, which is the 1st week of June. I also have to do "non-stress" test monitoring starting in a few weeks. Plus, if I don't go into labor by the 17th, I am getting induced. Which does scare me a little.
I sleep very well most nights, but still feel a little tired. Every movement is very pronounced now. A kick or punch feels like a jolt and it really seems to take your breath away or shock you even though you know it is coming!
Monday, April 10, 2006
30 week appointment/Dietician appt Date: 04/13/2006
I initially wasn't going to tell anyone about the GD diagnosis, because I didn't want anyone to make a big deal about it, but then I figured if I go postal because someone offers me some of my favorite things over the holiday weekend (jelly beans and grape pop) I am going to look like a real bi-otch.
Well, I just had my 30 week appointment, the first after the news of the Gestational Diabetes diagnosis. Which upon her mentioning I broke down in tears. Must have had a hormonal moment.
Everything looks great. The baby is measuring right at 30 weeks, the heartbeat is strong, blood pressure, urine, all fine. So that is all good. But now I will have to see her weekly instead of biweekly to really monitor the growth of the baby to make sure (s)he is not getting too big as a result of the GD.
I will also have a few more (at least one more) ultrasound to make sure baby isn't a giant....I think she said at 38 weeks, but I was crying, so I really don't know.The first appt was Tuesday, yesterday, I went to the diabetes education class to learn how to monitor my blood sugar and what and when to eat. It wasn't that bad, I actually found out that I am borderline, but it's kinda like being a little bit pregnant. You just aren't!
So, I have to monitor my blood sugar 4 times a day and bring that with me to the dr to see where I am at. So far so good, I haven't had one that was even near the high normal. This just makes it a little more stressful than I planned.
Well, I just had my 30 week appointment, the first after the news of the Gestational Diabetes diagnosis. Which upon her mentioning I broke down in tears. Must have had a hormonal moment.
Everything looks great. The baby is measuring right at 30 weeks, the heartbeat is strong, blood pressure, urine, all fine. So that is all good. But now I will have to see her weekly instead of biweekly to really monitor the growth of the baby to make sure (s)he is not getting too big as a result of the GD.
I will also have a few more (at least one more) ultrasound to make sure baby isn't a giant....I think she said at 38 weeks, but I was crying, so I really don't know.The first appt was Tuesday, yesterday, I went to the diabetes education class to learn how to monitor my blood sugar and what and when to eat. It wasn't that bad, I actually found out that I am borderline, but it's kinda like being a little bit pregnant. You just aren't!
So, I have to monitor my blood sugar 4 times a day and bring that with me to the dr to see where I am at. So far so good, I haven't had one that was even near the high normal. This just makes it a little more stressful than I planned.
Peanut's like Uncle BennyDate: 04/10/2006
Well, we have all heard the story of how Ben mooned the schoolbus over and over, so it would be no surprise to hear me compare Peanut the "mooner" to his Uncle.
All day on Sunday, that was all that I felt. Little Peanut buttcheeks pressed against the top of my belly. It was funny because Benny actually came over to see the baby's room and I made him feel it.
When I made Ben feel it I don't think he knew what to think! I mean it is surprising how tight and firm and hard a pregnant belly is on it's own, but when there is a butt pressed up against the surface, watch out!
And thanks to Mimi and Papa for rushing over and looking and at the baby's room. It is exciting for sure. I don't think the pictures do the room justice. I think it is much better looking in person!
All day on Sunday, that was all that I felt. Little Peanut buttcheeks pressed against the top of my belly. It was funny because Benny actually came over to see the baby's room and I made him feel it.
When I made Ben feel it I don't think he knew what to think! I mean it is surprising how tight and firm and hard a pregnant belly is on it's own, but when there is a butt pressed up against the surface, watch out!
And thanks to Mimi and Papa for rushing over and looking and at the baby's room. It is exciting for sure. I don't think the pictures do the room justice. I think it is much better looking in person!
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