Tom and I were not going to take birthing classes because we figured we would figure it out when it happened, but last weekend we signed up to go Friday and Saturday. They would give us good information and we would get a tour of the birthing facility, so we thought it would be nice. It was a long 2 days, but worth it. There was SO much information that Tom nor I are going to remember, but the breathing techniques will hopefully help.
First, I think I should have seen the birthing video before we decided to get pregnant. I don't really know how in the world I am going to do that part. I think I was in denial hoping that it would be quick, easy and painless, but after watching the video, I don't think that is reality. I know, everyone tells you that it could be really long or short or somewhere in between. I was just thinking that I would be quick, wishful thinking. As I watched the woman in the video walk around, cringing in pain, and then having to push the child out, looks like a lot of work, but well worth it.
Second, I don't know what I am going to do about the epidural. I know it would make it easier, but after hearing about some of the issues, I am not sure how I feel about getting one. I am a wuss, so I will probably get it, but I am actually going to try without one. Wish me luck on that one!!!
Finally, I love the hospital we are going to deliver at. We get our own, big rooms with a chair that folds out very nicely for Tom to sleep in. The nurses seem very nice and the place is very clean and big. It should be a wonderful experience. Too bad they won't let us bring dogs there so that Summer could share in the experience with us. Good thing she can stay at Grandma & Grandpa's.
May 12, 2009
May 11, 2009
Slumber Party!
On Thursday night my mom and I went to stay at my sister-in-laws house the night before the City Wide Woodbury Garage Sales and have a slumber party with my niece Mallory. I was very excited to spend some time with the 2 of them. Mallory was very excited to get to have us spend the night and have popcorn with us. She was a bit more excited to have grandma over for the night than me, but it was still a good time. We had popcorn and got our list ready for where we were going to go the next morning.
Kristie, my mom and I went to garage sales from 8-12. We told Mallory we were going to run boring errands so that she wouldn't want to go with. It is harder to bring children along when you are going to garage sales. I got quite a few things for Kendra and some free maternity clothes for myself. It is so busy when you go there on Friday morning. All of the people looking for the same great deals as us. Everyone bought a few things so that was nice!
We then went back to Kristie's to eat lunch and spend some time with Mallory. She was more excited to spend time with me that afternoon. We played in her play room as she told me a wonderful story about going to Hawaii. Out of the blue, as she was putting on one of her many necklaces she said "This necklace is from Hawaii".
Quite surprised I asked "Have you ever been to Hawaii?".
Mallory replied "Yes, my daddy took me there a long time ago".
I asked "Really? Didn't your mommy go?"
Her answer "No, she went to a boring place where other mommies go".
She is just so funny and her imagination is so great. I love to hear her stories, but now I start to wonder when is she telling me the truth!
It was a great day and we had a lot of fun.
Kristie, my mom and I went to garage sales from 8-12. We told Mallory we were going to run boring errands so that she wouldn't want to go with. It is harder to bring children along when you are going to garage sales. I got quite a few things for Kendra and some free maternity clothes for myself. It is so busy when you go there on Friday morning. All of the people looking for the same great deals as us. Everyone bought a few things so that was nice!
We then went back to Kristie's to eat lunch and spend some time with Mallory. She was more excited to spend time with me that afternoon. We played in her play room as she told me a wonderful story about going to Hawaii. Out of the blue, as she was putting on one of her many necklaces she said "This necklace is from Hawaii".
Quite surprised I asked "Have you ever been to Hawaii?".
Mallory replied "Yes, my daddy took me there a long time ago".
I asked "Really? Didn't your mommy go?"
Her answer "No, she went to a boring place where other mommies go".
She is just so funny and her imagination is so great. I love to hear her stories, but now I start to wonder when is she telling me the truth!
It was a great day and we had a lot of fun.
May 10, 2009
Just 9 1/2 weeks to go!
Well, I still don't have the pictures posted for the last blog, but I will get there soon! We have been pretty busy lately and it is not going to slow down for the rest of the month. Lots has been going on...
Last Monday was a hard day for me. I did not feel Kendra move at all, so I called my doctor. Feeling like I was being an over reactive mother tried to down play the fear I was feeling. Once the nurse called back I had felt her kick twice in 5 minutes...after I had pushed on my belly for about 5 minutes. They figured it was best for me to see my doctor, so I went in, thinking it would be quick. She would hear the heartbeat and she would say "Everything is just fine. Most 1st time mothers panic", but she didn't. She said, before even hearing the heartbeat, "You are going to the hospital to get and NST (Non-Stress Test). " That wasn't what I needed to hear. It just made me a little more panicked. She did hear Kendra's heartbeat right away, which was a relief.
I was actually supposed to be on my way to my 1st Baby Shower, but I had to take a detour to the hospital. I know was the best thing, but I didn't want to hear any bad news. After 20 minutes of being monitored, they said "Everything looks good!" That was the best news that I heard that day!!!
So, off to my shower I went. My supervisor was hosting it for me at her house and everyone waited the extra hour for me to show up. We had a blast, played some fun games, ate great food, and opened many presents. It was a relaxing end to a stressful day!
I no longer think how nice it would be if Kendra would just stop moving so that I could fall asleep. It is now more relaxing to feel her move around before I fall asleep! Let's just hope she likes to sleep at night when she is outside of my womb!
Last Monday was a hard day for me. I did not feel Kendra move at all, so I called my doctor. Feeling like I was being an over reactive mother tried to down play the fear I was feeling. Once the nurse called back I had felt her kick twice in 5 minutes...after I had pushed on my belly for about 5 minutes. They figured it was best for me to see my doctor, so I went in, thinking it would be quick. She would hear the heartbeat and she would say "Everything is just fine. Most 1st time mothers panic", but she didn't. She said, before even hearing the heartbeat, "You are going to the hospital to get and NST (Non-Stress Test). " That wasn't what I needed to hear. It just made me a little more panicked. She did hear Kendra's heartbeat right away, which was a relief.
I was actually supposed to be on my way to my 1st Baby Shower, but I had to take a detour to the hospital. I know was the best thing, but I didn't want to hear any bad news. After 20 minutes of being monitored, they said "Everything looks good!" That was the best news that I heard that day!!!
So, off to my shower I went. My supervisor was hosting it for me at her house and everyone waited the extra hour for me to show up. We had a blast, played some fun games, ate great food, and opened many presents. It was a relaxing end to a stressful day!
I no longer think how nice it would be if Kendra would just stop moving so that I could fall asleep. It is now more relaxing to feel her move around before I fall asleep! Let's just hope she likes to sleep at night when she is outside of my womb!
April 10, 2009
Kendra's Room
Yesterday Tom helped get the nursery cleaned out so that he could paint. So, when I got home we washed the walls and taped the trim so that he could paint today. He decided he wanted to paint last night so that it would be done. He started at 6 and finished at 8:45. It turned out so nice and we LOVE the color. I took pictures of the process and I will take a couple more of the finished product when I get home today and post the pictures. It is slowly but surely coming along! It is making us feel more and more like her room. We will be getting new carpet within the next couple of weeks and then it is move in time! We have a few things to put in her room right now, like the bassinet, some storage compartments and some clothes. I only have 14 more weeks to go, which is crazy!
March 16, 2009
Jelly Beans
One sugary thing that I have really enjoyed since I have been pregnant is Jelly Beans. I have always liked the Starburst flavors, so bought a bag a couple of weeks ago and finished it. Then on Wednesday I went to Target to get more because they were on sale! I went there and they had a bag of Starburst Jelly Beans - Red Beans Only! I was very excited and put it in my cart! I really only like the red ones so it was a great surprise! So, if you are like me and only like the red ones they have them at Target! Enjoy!
March 15, 2009
Exciting Moment!
Yesterday afternoon was very exciting! First we had my niece, Mallory, and sister-in-law, Kristie, over for a visit. It was nice to have them over especially since we don't see them as often as we used to, so whenever we get a chance to spend with them it is nice! Tom really enjoyed spending time with Mallory as she climbed all over him and played fetch with our dog, Summer, while Kristie and I searched for baby stuff online! It is nice to talk to other mom's to get advice on what is needed and what is not so necessary! We always have a lot to talk about since we are both pregnant and going through the same things just at different times!
Then they headed home, so I relaxed in the chair with my feet up. While I was sitting there I had my arm on my belly and I felt Kendra on the outside for the very first time! It was so exciting that I called for Tom and he sat there for a few minutes waiting for her to possibly do it again, but no such luck. He tries all the time to feel her, but she just sits still when he is around. I can't wait for Tom to actually feel her, it is so amazing!
My belly is growing and my lower back is getting more sore, but it will all be worth it when July comes around!
Then they headed home, so I relaxed in the chair with my feet up. While I was sitting there I had my arm on my belly and I felt Kendra on the outside for the very first time! It was so exciting that I called for Tom and he sat there for a few minutes waiting for her to possibly do it again, but no such luck. He tries all the time to feel her, but she just sits still when he is around. I can't wait for Tom to actually feel her, it is so amazing!
My belly is growing and my lower back is getting more sore, but it will all be worth it when July comes around!
March 6, 2009
First Post
I decided since I was pregnant and would have something to blog about that I would start a blog! For those of you who don't know Tom and I are expecting a girl in July! We are both very excited and enjoying the pregnancy. I am feeling her move around every once in a while except for when I eat, then she moves around a lot more. My belly is growing faster than I expected, but I like having a reason to eat more than usual! I'll post more when I get a chance!
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