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Post by Linda on Sept 24, 2006 13:18:25 GMT -5
Last time I'm doing this! 39 weeks Progression is complete! Jennifer - love the new u/s pics! Jacque - congrats again!
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Post by Linda on Sept 24, 2006 15:49:37 GMT -5
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Sept 26, 2006 13:02:23 GMT -5
Good luck today Linda! I hope everything goes perfectly!
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Sept 30, 2006 10:08:29 GMT -5
An update from Linda!!!!
Hello all. Isabelle Grace was born on September 26 at 10:31 AM, by c-section. She was 10 lbs, 2 oz & 21 3/4 inches long. Both Mommy & Isabelle are doing fine.
Linda
Linda also sent some photos, I will post those later today.
An update from Linda's Husband Dave!!!!
Hello all. Just wanted to give you an update on everyone. Isabelle is doing wonderful. She is perfectly healthy, & eats like a horse. Linda on the other hand has had a pretty rough week. She passed out a couple of times on Wednesday & had to be moved to another floor of the hospital, & has been separated from Isabelle since then. The doctor's original diagnosis was a blood clot in the lungs. However, we're still waiting on a couple of test results to confirm that. If those tests come back OK, we're hoping for a return home this weekend. Otherwise, she'll probably have to start on a blood thinner that requires an additional 4 day hospital stay. Please, keep us in your prayers that those tests come back negative. Dave Hoitsma (Linda's husband)
please be sure to keep Linda and Isabelle in your prayers!!!
Ok, my update and personals will come later..... still a few more things to accomplish. I wanted to take a quick break and check my email.... then when I saw this I wanted to post it right away.
Jacque
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Sept 30, 2006 19:40:01 GMT -5
A small fracture and a baby that is just prefect.... Thursday night I fell. THE BABY IS FINE. I was walking into our kitchen and twisted my ankle. I was not messing around, I was not over tired, and I did not trip... I was just walking. It would be nice to have a more exciting story, but the long and short of it is - I am a total klutz. I pulled myself up, and went about my business. This was mistake #1. Don't get me wrong, it hurt but I was not in an extreme amount of pain. So I went to get Kailey from school, played with the day care kids, and even went to Girl Scouts. It was not until I got home from scouts that I realized how bad it was. No, I take that back I did not realize how bad it was until I took off my shoe. Needless to say my tennis shoe was providing the support I needed and also helped to keep the swelling down. My first thought was that I was going to have to get an x-ray, and I was scared out of my mind. So, I did what any irrational pregnant woman would do. I told Mike he could not make me go to the ER and I went to bed. That lasted about 30 seconds. Mike told me that if I did not go to the ER on Thursday night that I was going to have to go to the Doctor in the morning. This meant that I was going to have to call in sick. I hate calling in sick. I hate missing work. So, once again I did what any irrational pregnant woman would do and told Mike that if he did not want me to work then he was going to have to call my day care parents and tell them not to bring their kids on Friday. THEN I went to bed... and Mike started making phone calls. Friday morning I got up and brought Kailey to school while Mike went to work (which will not surprise those of you who know first hand how stubborn I am) and at 8am sharp I called our family Dr. They told me to come in at 9:30, and that they would have their OBGYN on hand just in case their were any compilations. Now this is when I really started to freak out. I mean my OBGYN is the best in the world, why would I need to see theirs? So, my next call was to Dr Leno (which was the plan in the first place) I wanted to go in to have them look me over and check the baby’s heart rate just to be sure all was well. Remember, I did not fall that hard AND I landed on my side. I knew the baby was ok; this was just to be certain all was well. Well, I called Dr Leno and told them what happened and about my 9:30 appointment with my family DR. I also asked if I could come in to their office because I would like them to check the baby's heart rate. Well, they told me they would call me right back. Five minutes later nurse Tina was on the phone telling me I needed to come in for an ultrasound "just to be sure". It was at this point I went into full pregnancy freak out and worry mode. So at this point it is 8:45am. I am freaked out that I possibly broke my foot. I am freaked out that if it is broken I will have to have an x-ray and that the radiation will hurt my baby. I am freaked out that the fall could have hurt my baby. I am freaked out that I was home alone and I was pissed at myself for INSISTING that Mike go to work. So, once again I did what any irrational pregnant woman would do.... I called Mike crying and begged him to come home, all the while apologizing to him because I am a stubborn jerk. It was to late for Mike to go with me to the Family Doctor, but said he would be able to go with me to Dr Leno's office if he left work by 10am. So... that is what we did. I got right in at our Family Doctor and they were wonderful. I told Nurse Jenny what happened, and that I did not want pain medication or an x-ray... I just wanted them to make it all better. Then NP Kay came in and told me she agreed - we were going to try to make it without meds or an x-ray!!!! I was thrilled. She had me do some foot exercises and felt around on the sore area. She said she was almost positive that it was a small fracture. The bad news was it was painful; the good news is that we could get by with hardly any medical intervention. She told me to take it easy this weekend, which I have (yes I am bored out of my mind) and that if there was no improvement in two weeks that then we would talk about an x-ray. She also taught me how to wrap it so that there was enough pressure on the fracture to help it heal and to keep the pain at a minimum... and you know what, she really knew what she was doing. My ankle hardly hurts at all. Mike met me at the family doctor and we went right to Dr Leno's. They normally do not take patients on Fridays, so there was no waiting. He looked me over and said I looked great, and that he would feel completely at ease once we had a report on Garrett. Well, needless to say Garrett is perfect... and YES he is a boy. We saw his penis in all its glory!!! So, it is ok for us to go out and buy boy clothes!!!! They took all of the measurements they did a week ago and he grew exactly one week’s worth. I was 19 weeks 5 days pregnant and he measured at 19 weeks 5 days. My placenta was properly attached, and my cervix looked perfect. The best part is that we got three new ultrasound photos!!! So, all is well. I look like an idiot in my ankle brace, but it's ok because for the next 6 weeks it will serve as a reminder that just because I am pregnant it does not mean I need to act like an irrational pregnant woman. Until next time..... Jacque
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Oct 9, 2006 6:51:25 GMT -5
Just checking in to see if any of our new mommy's had any news.... it is hard being the last one to deliver... everyone else is to busy to chat!!!
I hope you all had a great weekend!
Jacque
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Post by christinam on Oct 10, 2006 18:17:07 GMT -5
jacque i been mia! and saw this i am glad you are ok, you are in my prayers always!!!!!and glad to know the baby is ok!!!!!!how quickly your pregnancy is going!!!!!! Kira is doing wonderful......... things were stressful on and off as for mil from hell.....making trouble every single day it is unbieveable, but i do have news too..... i am a week late for my period, and only had some spotting........been tired beyond belief, emotional, nauseatted, and think i might be! well with that kira is needing a bottle be back soon, chrissy
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Oct 14, 2006 15:40:26 GMT -5
Chrissy!!! Did you test? Are you pregnant? Did AF show... I am in total suspense here!
Jacque
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Post by christinam on Oct 14, 2006 19:51:48 GMT -5
hi, i tested and one said yes one said no, i have an appointment thurs, so we shall see.....i didnt test again,lol...your so cute!
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Post by momma2senya on Oct 26, 2006 13:37:54 GMT -5
Hi all, Wow, a lot has happened since I've been gone. I just realized that no one has posted on this board for a long time Is everyone okay? I'm also very curious to know if Amanda is pregnant? Can someone tell me? Her ticker says she is. Here is an update on us... I LOVE CABLE INTERNET! THis is amazing how fast it is! Anyways, back to the update on us...the new babysitter situation couldn't possibly be going any better than it is right now. She's so wonderful, and our girls just adore her. As far as me...well, I've lost 50 pounds since I had Abriyel. I'm really happy about it, but I still have about 60 to go until I've reached my goal weight. I know I'll get there...eventually. Now that we're pretty sure we're done having kids, it is easier to work hard at it. I'm just watching my portion sizes, and weighing every couple of weeks. I've lost about 15 pounds since I went off of Nutrisystem, (about 2 months now.) Losing it slowly feels good. Serge is doing great. Still trying to get the bathroom done, butevery time we fix something, something else comes up, so our toilet is still sitting in our back yard. At least we have a shower now though...ha! We look like hillbillies. Work is busier than ever. I'm leading up the development of a Spanish as a foreign language curriculum for 4th grade anglo students at my school. Since I'm a National Key Trainer for GLAD, they are looking at me to lead it up. It's coming along well, but taking up a lot of my time. It's nice extra pay though. We are also looking into refinancing our house so that we can lower our payments and save up money over the next year or so to buy our dream home...a major fixer upper in the country. That probably doesn't sound like a dream home to most people, but for me it would be a dream come true. (Remember...I'm a hick from the sticks...no just kidding) I just love living in the country and having a lot of property. Also, my husband and I have always been fans of fixing up houses. So, things around here are pretty crazy, but happy. Hope all is well with ya'all. P.S. Did Diane ever have her baby? Oh, and congrats to you LInda... your baby girl is so precious. I love your pics too...especially the ones by the lake.
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Oct 31, 2006 17:27:00 GMT -5
Super busy week.... just wanted to drop in to say HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!
Jacque
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Nov 2, 2006 11:06:42 GMT -5
Alisha... I post 3 long posts to you in our buddy group. I think I covered everything, but just in case I didn't I will post more later. Right now I am going to pee for the millionth time today.
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Post by momma2senya on Nov 4, 2006 22:25:24 GMT -5
Wow Jacque, you weren't joking. People are kinda' mia now huh? I hope everyone is okay. I'm sad that you had to change the boards so much...not that it doesn't look better. I actually like it better now, but it's sad that you were sad about people not posting as much. I know it sucks, but just think...pretty soon people will start posting again when they want to have their next babies. I'm so happy about so many things right now. I just have to share. We are trying to buy a new house! We called a real estate agent today, so it all feels so real now. We were thinking we'd have to wait another 6 months, but no...we found out that our house is worth b/w 190K and 250K...depending on the appraiser. We only owe 130K, so we are likely to make quite a profit. We had no idea it was worth that much, so we're pretty excited! So, to make a long story short, we are looking into selling now!!! I can't believe it! We really need a bigger house. Our house is only 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, and it is only 1470 square feet. Abri's bedroom is really small, more like the size of a very small office, so it makes it tough to store all of her toys. Most of them like the saucer and stuff are in the dining room...along with a toy box and a treadmill. We are TOTALLY growing out of our house, and can't wait to sell! It will be mixed emotions though b/c we do love our house. We've put a lot of love into it. Anyways, exciting stuff, huh? So, how is Kailey doing? Is she getting excited about her new baby brother? Every day she probably gets more and more anxious. What is she going to get from her baby brother when he's born? Is she still planning on attending the birth? How about Mike? Is he getting excited, nervous??? I'm so happy for you about your getting your little boy of your dreams. Obviously, you're mother's instinct was better than mine. Although, I really did think she was a baby girl at the end. I'm so happy now that I did end up with two girls...especially if we are really done having kids...which we are about 99.99999999% sure that we are. There is always that .01 chance that we'll change our minds. But, two girls is perfect for us. I know I keep saying it, but I can't believe that you are so far along already. Doesn't it seem like just yesterday when we met on FF? It was what, like 16 months ago!!! I better go try and get these fotos on here...before someone (won't mention any names) goes into premature labor over the frustration with her friend. Alisha
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Post by AwesomeMommy on Nov 6, 2006 12:50:51 GMT -5
My due date is in 15 weeks! I am 25 weeks today! I love the fact that everything is going by so fast. In fact, sometimes it feels like to is going too fast. Hard to believe that Christmas is in less then 50 days, its just crazy!!! Yes Kailey is nesting. LOL. She is constantly doing something to get ready for baby. She is currently planning my shower, it is great because she has really taken this seriously and is working so hard to make everything perfect. She is currently picking out decorations (she wants it to have a football theme), filling out invitations, and planning the menu. We gave her a budget to work with, and that is all we have done. She is just amazing. I though she would need/want some help, but nope, she is really taking care of everything by herself. It is soooo cute how excited she is about her baby brother! Mike is becoming more and more protective with each passing day, he does not want me to do anything and to be quite honest I am starting to appreciate it. At first I found it very annoying, but the further along I get the more I enjoy the fact that I can relax. Kailey will be there for delivery, she has siblings class in December... and then she is going with us to the birthing class in January. I knew she would be excited, but never in a million years would I have guessed that she would have been this excited!!! Congrats on the house profit! I would see too. I know it will be hard when we sell our house, but I also know that we will be fast growing out of it. 2 kids and a day care is a tight fit for most houses. So, have you started looking for your big home in the country yet? Jacque PS: PHOTOS? PSS: You will end up with three kids, I know you.... you will want to try for a boy.
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Post by momma2senya on Nov 6, 2006 14:00:29 GMT -5
Hi there girl, I'm sorry about the photos. I'm having technical difficulties. Our new computer is so new and high tech, that we're having a hard time with our printer/scanner and our camera deck beign compatible. Serge will help me as soon as he can. For now, you'll just have to trust me that they are adorable. Serge worked on it last night for an hour, and couldn't get it to work. We may have to buy new equipment. If that is the case, I will mail you a pic, I promise! I can't believe you are 15 weeks already! That is so amazing! I'm glad you're excited about your baby boy, and that Mike and Kailey are treating you so well. The football theme is very cute. She must be thinking her baby will be a football star someday???Who knows??? I'm here at home today, sick as a dog. I've had a cold for 2 months, and went to the Dr. finally on Friday. It has turned into an infection, and I"m on antibiotics. They don't seem to be helping much though, so I'm a little frustrated. I've also had laringitis for 3 days, thus me at home instead of trying to teach 25 4th graders. It's not easy teaching when you can't talk. Yes, we spent yesterday looking at houses, and we're looking on Thursday too. Can't wait! My mom is coming down to view a couple of the ones that we like with us. I know, I shouldn't be out looking at houses, but they go fast around here, so you gotta' look when they first get out on the market, or else they're gone. We're going to put our house on the market soon, as soon as we find one that we like. I'm nervous but excited too. Our house will be a quick sell though, I think. We have put so much work into it, and it's a perfect starter home, or retirement home...just the right size. It has pergo floors throughout the entire house, except in kitchen (Brazilian tiles). I think it's really pretty, and we mikght actually get more than we're thinking out of it. Yesterday, we looked at an awesome property (huge) with a house that needed a lot of work, but had a lot of potential. We are going back to view it on Thursday with my mom. I'm so excited! Well, you take care of yourself today girl. I'll keep trying on the photos. Love, Alisha
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