So my doctors appointment went fairly well. My doctor doesn't seem quite as concerned as I thought he'd be. He is still keeping me on bed rest, but allowing it to be a "little" more modified. I'm allowed to stand up occasionally, sit occasionally and overall take care of Lucy a bit easier. He basically said to be down as much as I can, and lay down if I feel like I'm doing too much or having contractions, but I'm not literally "chained" to the couch 24 hours a day (like I was this weekend).
I am 50% effaced and now dilated to 1 cm (which happened over the weekend with me on bed rest). I go back next Monday for my next appointment, so I'll be interested to see if he thinks I've progressed any more. But he basically said to take it easy for the next 12 days and once I hit 36 weeks, I can be off of any restriction and if she comes - she comes.
Maybe she just wanted a little attention, and she's really not going to make her debut for a few weeks - but who knows - we will just have to wait and see!
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Quite the surprise...
This past Thursday (33weeks 5 days) I started to feel like something was a bit off. I couldn't quite put my finger on what was wrong or feeling weird, but I just didn't feel quite right. I also thought I may have had a few braxton hicks contractions. So Friday morning, I called the doctor and asked if I could come in just to check things out. Marcus was planning on going out of town for the night, and I just wanted to get checked out before the weekend. Well they did a NST (non-stress-test) on me when I got there and after awhile they explained that they weren't picking up any contractions but that the baby wasn't getting as "mad" as they would like. Apparently, the baby should go through three phases, low (usually when they are sleeping),mid (mostly everything else) and a few high peaks (when they are really active or get mad). Because it was getting late on a Friday my doctor sent me to the hospital to get monitored a bit more, because as she put it, if she continued to monitor me and then wanted to send me to the hospital later the doctors would have left for the day. So...to the hospital I went.
At the hospital, they hooked me up to the same machine I had been hooked up to at the doctors and after a few hours they told me that the baby looked great and was hitting all three phases and getting plenty "mad" - BUT I was having contractions now - some between 3-7 minutes apart. They sent me upstairs for an ultrasound and then told us that the baby looked great but that she was pretty big (roughly 6 lbs. 4 oz.) for her gestation and that my cervix was starting to thin out quite a bit. So, long story short I'm now on bed rest. They want to get me to at least 36 weeks (which is 2 weeks away) if possible. They did say if she decides to come earlier, she should be fine and her weight would also help.
So, not quite the Friday I was expecting, but glad that we got sent in! Especially since what the doctor sent me to the hospital for didn't even end up being the problem.
I have a doctors appointment tomorrow morning, so we will see what the doctor says then. So,lets pray this little girl stays put for a bit longer!
At the hospital, they hooked me up to the same machine I had been hooked up to at the doctors and after a few hours they told me that the baby looked great and was hitting all three phases and getting plenty "mad" - BUT I was having contractions now - some between 3-7 minutes apart. They sent me upstairs for an ultrasound and then told us that the baby looked great but that she was pretty big (roughly 6 lbs. 4 oz.) for her gestation and that my cervix was starting to thin out quite a bit. So, long story short I'm now on bed rest. They want to get me to at least 36 weeks (which is 2 weeks away) if possible. They did say if she decides to come earlier, she should be fine and her weight would also help.
So, not quite the Friday I was expecting, but glad that we got sent in! Especially since what the doctor sent me to the hospital for didn't even end up being the problem.
I have a doctors appointment tomorrow morning, so we will see what the doctor says then. So,lets pray this little girl stays put for a bit longer!
Monday, August 8, 2011
Baby Girl Rapp #2 (32 weeks)
Today I had a doctors appointment and it was also my 32 week ultrasound. Everything seemed to look good and the baby is doing well. The doctor also got a very good shot of the gender of the baby and if there was any question before - there is none now - we are definitely having another girl :)
Her head is measuring about 2 weeks ahead (she's following her big sister's big head trait there) and her leg bone was about a week ahead, but he reassured us neither was anything to be concerned about. Her body and everything else was right on track development wise and he estimates she weighs about 4.4 pounds right now. He said he'd guess she'd be around 7-8 pounds when she is born. (That's also what he said with Lucy - who was 8lbs 12 oz - so I think we'll just have to wait and see. :)
She is head down already too, so that is good. Hopefully she will stays that way!
We got to see her face for a few moments and I think she already looks a little like her big sister. This picture isn't the best image of her face that we saw, but it is the best he could get in a picture.
Her head is measuring about 2 weeks ahead (she's following her big sister's big head trait there) and her leg bone was about a week ahead, but he reassured us neither was anything to be concerned about. Her body and everything else was right on track development wise and he estimates she weighs about 4.4 pounds right now. He said he'd guess she'd be around 7-8 pounds when she is born. (That's also what he said with Lucy - who was 8lbs 12 oz - so I think we'll just have to wait and see. :)
She is head down already too, so that is good. Hopefully she will stays that way!
We got to see her face for a few moments and I think she already looks a little like her big sister. This picture isn't the best image of her face that we saw, but it is the best he could get in a picture.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Cribs are for babies!
We decided this past Sunday (July 31st) to make the jump and see how Lucy would do in her new twin bed! We still need a rug and a few others things for the room, but other than that it is pretty much put together. I think it was harder for us not having her in the "nursery" - than for her to sleep in a new bed! She has done great!
As I said before, I've had the new crib bedding for a while, so other than putting it all together, their wasn't too much to do in the nursery once Lucy stopped sleeping in there. I need to hang a few more things on the wall, but I've got all of Lucy's clothes moved to the new room and the new baby's things pretty much ready and put away.
It is definitely getting a little harder (and more uncomfortable) to work on things, so I'm doing a little at a time. Once I get both rooms completely done, I'll post lots more pictures, but until then here is a little sneak peek....
First morning in her new bed (also my bed growing up)
A glimpse at the crib linens for baby #2
As I said before, I've had the new crib bedding for a while, so other than putting it all together, their wasn't too much to do in the nursery once Lucy stopped sleeping in there. I need to hang a few more things on the wall, but I've got all of Lucy's clothes moved to the new room and the new baby's things pretty much ready and put away.
It is definitely getting a little harder (and more uncomfortable) to work on things, so I'm doing a little at a time. Once I get both rooms completely done, I'll post lots more pictures, but until then here is a little sneak peek....
First morning in her new bed (also my bed growing up)
A glimpse at the crib linens for baby #2
A way delayed photo....
I just downloaded some old pictures off my camera and came across these and just had to post them. They are of Marcus and Lucy on Fathers Day. We realized we hadn't taken a photo of the two of them that day and we were about to go inside for the day (hence why Lucy is sad) - so I grabbed my camera, but it was too late. She already realized her playtime was coming to a close and she was not happy. Parenting isn't always pretty :)
Monday, July 25, 2011
10 weeks (or less)
Well we made it back from Hilton Head safe and sound! It was a great week! Lucy loves the baby pool (still a little scared of the big pool) and the beach! Our resort also has a lagoon full of fish and turtles and I know one of her favorite things was getting to feed the turtles! Here is a link to my Hilton Head photos I put on facebook...
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This past weekend, we ended up making last minute plans to go see my friends new baby boy - Owen. He is so perfect! It is crazy to think I'll have a little baby like that in a few weeks! We also were able to attend another friend's barbecue that night and Lucy had a great time playing with all the kids. I was great to catch up with a bunch of our friends too! Yesterday, however, (Sunday) she must have been having friend withdrawal. (Playing with Mom and Dad just wasn't cutting it.)
This was our conversation all day long.....
"Let's go Mommy, lets go, to Lexie and Reid's house - okay?" - Lucy
"Honey, they aren't home today" - Me
"Okay then lets go to Peepaws - okay?" - Lucy
"Honey, they are on vacation" - Me
"Why?" - Lucy
"Because they wanted to get away from home for a while." - Me
"Okay, can Maggie play?" - Lucy
"We can't see Maggie today, they live in Bloomington" - Me
"Then lets go - Kayci, Lanie and Shebly house - okay?" - Lucy
etc, etc, etc....
In baby news, we are less than 10 weeks away! You know you are getting close when the expiration date on food is close to your due date! Today I noticed my organic milk had an expiration date of Sept 13th! Just two weeks before I'm due! Wowsers!
Other than that we have been spending a lot of time inside! What a bummer! It is just way too hot to be outside! Even the pool isn't cool enough!
Meg
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.684984673375.2167839.31406305&l=c7fb8b4bd1&type=1
This past weekend, we ended up making last minute plans to go see my friends new baby boy - Owen. He is so perfect! It is crazy to think I'll have a little baby like that in a few weeks! We also were able to attend another friend's barbecue that night and Lucy had a great time playing with all the kids. I was great to catch up with a bunch of our friends too! Yesterday, however, (Sunday) she must have been having friend withdrawal. (Playing with Mom and Dad just wasn't cutting it.)
This was our conversation all day long.....
"Let's go Mommy, lets go, to Lexie and Reid's house - okay?" - Lucy
"Honey, they aren't home today" - Me
"Okay then lets go to Peepaws - okay?" - Lucy
"Honey, they are on vacation" - Me
"Why?" - Lucy
"Because they wanted to get away from home for a while." - Me
"Okay, can Maggie play?" - Lucy
"We can't see Maggie today, they live in Bloomington" - Me
"Then lets go - Kayci, Lanie and Shebly house - okay?" - Lucy
etc, etc, etc....
In baby news, we are less than 10 weeks away! You know you are getting close when the expiration date on food is close to your due date! Today I noticed my organic milk had an expiration date of Sept 13th! Just two weeks before I'm due! Wowsers!
Other than that we have been spending a lot of time inside! What a bummer! It is just way too hot to be outside! Even the pool isn't cool enough!
Meg
Friday, July 1, 2011
Here comes the sun! (27 weeks)
Just a quick update before we head out on vacation to Hilton Head! This week we've been busy getting ready for the trip and Marcus has had a super busy week at work - so we are ready to get on that airplane! Lucy is also excited about the "hair-pane." We've kept her favorite show away from her this week (Care Bears) in hopes that when we turn it on - it will make for a smooth/easy trip! We also have a few "oohh-e-oh's" (aka Oreos) packed so we should be set for the flight! :)
We are looking forward to a fun week of the beach, pool and a little bit (okay probably a lot) of craziness with the cousins, Maggie and Lucas.
In pregnancy related news, there isn't much to report, thankfully. I'm starting to definitely "feel" more pregnant - and getting a good nights rest is getting harder and harder. I know I need to be thankful for what I have now - especially since once the baby comes and Lucy gets up at her normal 6:30 a.m. time - I will want this back!
My one pregnancy complaint at this point would be the heartburn. Geesh! I had it fairly bad with Lucy towards the end, but I don't think it was this early or this severe! Good thing I know it is worth it in the end! This baby must be sitting directly on my stomach or it has a full head of (red?) hair!
Wishing everyone has a happy and safe 4th!
We are looking forward to a fun week of the beach, pool and a little bit (okay probably a lot) of craziness with the cousins, Maggie and Lucas.
In pregnancy related news, there isn't much to report, thankfully. I'm starting to definitely "feel" more pregnant - and getting a good nights rest is getting harder and harder. I know I need to be thankful for what I have now - especially since once the baby comes and Lucy gets up at her normal 6:30 a.m. time - I will want this back!
My one pregnancy complaint at this point would be the heartburn. Geesh! I had it fairly bad with Lucy towards the end, but I don't think it was this early or this severe! Good thing I know it is worth it in the end! This baby must be sitting directly on my stomach or it has a full head of (red?) hair!
Wishing everyone has a happy and safe 4th!
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