Merry Christmas, Happy New Year!!!!

Hopefully everyone had a great Christmas. Mason, and I went to my dad and step-moms on Christmas Eve. (Dave had the flu so he stayed home. We didn't want his germs!) Christmas Day was at our house, and thankfully Dave felt better. I had popped over to my Aunt and Uncle's house in the morning to see some family from out of town. We ate around 5pm. Mason seemed to enjoy the lights of the Christmas tree. He just stared and stared.
This morning we are just hanging out, and he WAS in a good mood, but now is getting cranky. I think he must be getting tired again. We had a lot of snow last night, so shovelling will be fun.....
Anyhow, gonna run for now! Happy New Year everyone!

A pretty quiet day!

Not a lot happening today. Mason has been pretty quiet, but alert. He had his 6 week check up today, and is now a WHOPPING 6.1 kg's, which is 13.42 pounds! I am starting to worry. The doctor is pleased with how healthy he is. I am worried though about 1 thing. Is he going to be obese as a child? I don't want him to go through that. I was not an obese child at all, so I am not sure what kids go through. But, I did pack on some pounds when I was about 23 or so, mostly due to some medications I was on, and don't like it. I have lost some since then, but I have a ways to go before I hit my ideal weight. So, if anyone out there knows of a baby that was big at birth, and how they are doing now, please let me know! For now, I am just going to plan for my son to get a lot of excercise and outdoor activities, and eat properly.
Having family at my house for Christmas, so it'll be neat to have Mason's first Christmas! (The camera is ready!) Of course, he is too little to do much, but it's still exciting just the same!
Have a Merry Christmas everyone!!! Happy New Year!

Frustration! Frustration!

I am very frustrated tonight. I have been trying to get Mason to sleep since 8:00pm. It is now almost 11:30pm. He is so fussy tonight! He just cries and cries. I have changed him, fed him, rocked him, you name it! Right now he is in his 'snuggly.' He has fallen asleep in it. But, if I try to put him down, he'll just wake up. I have tried to let him cry a bit.....it breaks my heart to do it! I have cried myself, I am so frustrated! I've tried burping him. I even took him for a drive! It really bothers me that I am unable to figure out his cries as of yet. I feel like such a crappy mother! I feel really alone today, like I am not really a part of the world.........I don't know how to explain it. If anyone has suggestions, please, PLEASE give me some ideas! Mason seems to fuss a lot in the evening. I am going to try to put him down now. Wish me luck!

Update...............

Hi everyone! Mason and I are doing not too bad! Still trying to get used to my new life! I like it, yet at times it's frustrating. Mason is doing much better at breastfeeding. He just falls asleep while eating. Sometimes, I need to supplement him with formula, because what I have is not always enough............he's a HUGE eater! I am not so sure if the formula he is using is agreeing with him, so I am going to try and get him into the doctor tomorrow. He is super gasey, but also has explosive poops. I just want to check it out to be sure. Plus, he seems to be in pain, the poor little guy! So maybe it is the formula, who knows!~
Mason is such a strong little guy! The day before his 4 week birthday, he was on his tummy for 'tummy time' and to air out his 'diaper' area, and he suddenly flipped himself over onto his back! Not sure if it was by accident, but I was surprised. Mason also has a darn yeast infection in his butt! So he has cream for that. Plus his baby acne was inflamed, so he has cream for that too. I feel kinda like I shoulda been able to prevent that, cuz it's not like he sits in dirty diapers for long, I am constantly changing him! But otherwise, I think his ailments bother me more than him. Today was his first time without me for longer than 20 minutes! His grandma took him for a few hours, and I used my free time to catch some zzzz's. (Chores will have to wait- I needed sleep more!) Well, gotta go put my little due to bed, it's 8:00pm.......time for me to go to bed too!

Fussy little Mason........

Hi everyone! I once again have time to give a quick update. Mason, for the most part is doing well. He's a bit fussy, and always hungry. My biggest problem with him, is he'll fall asleep in my arms, or Dave's arms, but as soon as you put him in his bassinet or crib, he wakes up. I amnot quite sure how to fix that one! Last night he slept quite well, and was up only 2 times. I am still very frustrated with how breastfeeding is going. He is doing a bit better, but sometimes he seems to be suckling, but I don't hear him swallowing, so I am not sure if he's getting anything, and this worries me. At least though he doesn't fight it so much anymore. I have had the public health nurses helping me with this. But jeez, it's so frustrating, and I feel like such a failure! My mom in law thinks I should give up on it, but for some reason, I just can't. To me, this is important. I am getting a bit tired of getting unwanted advice. I try to take it with a grain of salt, but sometimes it's hard. It's really frustrating when Mason cries and won't stop. He was so quiet at the hospital, and at home he's fussy! (he must be taking after me...I was like that as a baby) But, one thing will never change: I love my son more than anything in the world! He's beautiful! I wouldn't give him up for all the money in the world! I know in time I'll learn to deal with his fussiness. Plus, I have a lot of support, from Dave, my mom in law, and even community support. I am confused as to one thing. 50% of people say to let him 'cry it out' when he cries. Some people say 'go to him fairly quickly', this way he learns to trust, etc. So which is it? Well, gotta run for now.

Finally, time to write again!!!

My goodness! I finally have a little bit of time to write again! Mason is asleep beside me in his bouncy chair. The little monkey loves to be held! And as soon as you put him down in his crib, he wakes up! And boy, does he eat! I feel a bit overwhelmed by all of this, it's such a change! Totally worth it, but wow, so different! I love him so much! I am frustrated by his lazyness in breastfeeding though. He is just so lazy! He wants it now! The bottle is so easy, and breast he has to work for. I feel so horrible about it. I never wanted to bottle feed him at all, but he was so big, and he needed food, so they had to give him a formula supplement while he was in the NICU. He will take the breast, but only for about 10 minutes on one side, not enough to fill him up. I have been so sad and frustrated about this, that I sometimes just bawl my eyes out! I feel like it's my fault somehow, I really do. I haven't given up just yet, but I think I am getting close to it. He is now up to 11 pounds, 8 ounces. He is not starving, or dehydrated, which is awesome. If I didn't supplement him, he would be, so I am happy about that. But, I still feel so guilty, like I am cheating my son. I am pumping whenever possible, though. And he got all my colostrom in the hospital. But, I will keep trying.

Baby Mason's Birth...........

Well, he has finally arrived! What an arrival it was! Mason Currie arrived on November 10th, 2006............and not without a little bit of trouble!
I was to be induced that Friday morning, and I arrived at the hospital at 8am. Dr. Jeffery did not arrive until around 9:30, and so I was just monitored until then. At approx 10am, they put this gel stuff inside of me. Nothing happend the first hour, and after that, I was allowed to go down for lunch, then come back to be monitored again. Still nothing. So I was sent home, with the warning that intense cramps could come about due to the stuff used for an induction.
Well, I was so uncomfortable, I went home to bed........and then about 4:00 that afternoon, those INTENSE cramps began to happen! Eventually, about an hour later, they were so painful, I was almost crying. I called Dave at work, and said I needed to go to the hospital NOW! He was home from work within minutes, and my mom in law was there too, As I wanted her there. At the hospital, the nurse said it probably wasn't the real deal, but they'd monitor me, etc, etc! The pain was so intense, I began to cry a bit. I hurt like heck. All of a sudden, the nurse got quiet, and suddenly she pushed a button on the wall, and all some nurses came running in, and I heard one say "Call the Dr." I was starting to worry. Then suddenly, things seemed to be ok again. The nurse, Wendy, said they were going to keep me overnight for observation. I asked what was wrong, and she said "Baby wasn't happy there for a moment." I began to cry, and she said not to worry, baby was ok at the moment. Then just a few minutes later, the Dr. on call came in to examine me, and said I was 1 cm dialated. I was still in pain by then, major pain. The Dr. on call had the anestesiologist (Spelling?) explain what would happen if I need a c-section. I was getting really worried by then. The Dr.'s left and I was continued to be monitored. Suddenly, it was like all hell broke loose! The nurse said to call the docotr, and before I knew it, I was told they need to get my son out fairly quick. It was determined that every time I was having a contraction, his heart rate would drop significantly. So off to the O.R I went. I was so scared! I was afraid of a needle in my back, I didn't want it!~ Dave was allowed to be there after they froze me from the boobs down. To make a long story short, when they took Mason out, all I could hear was, "Whoa! We have a big brute here! He must be 13 pounds!" Actually, he was only 11 pounds, 1.5 ounces, lol!!! No wonder I couldn't push him out! When Dave went to tell our families about Mason, they couldn't believe his size!! Anyhow, I was in recovery for an hour after, then moved to the maternity ward after that. I was scared the freezing wouldn't come out, and i'd stay numb forever! Anyhow, I gotta continue this story later, Mason is calling (Crying for me)...................................................................Later!

Baby Mason has arrived!!!!!!

Just letting everyone know, I got home from the hospital yesterday. Don't have time for an update, or details of his birth, but will update ASAP!
Later!

Another day in pregnancy life........

Another day in my life as a pregnant woman. Nothing exciting about today, really. I just know that for some strange reason, I was really super tired today. In fact, I could've slept all day. I was just so drowsey, like someone slipped me a sleeping pill or something. I did get up eventually and have a bath. The main pain I had today was that darn sciatica! It was truly horrible today. I could barely walk......it was that painful! I finally gave up on braving it out and took a couple of tylenol. It seemed to help a little bit, but not a whole lot. It basically took the edge off. My sciatica improved a little bit more, and I killed time by making banana bread, which I love. I am so looking forward to possibley having this baby on Friday. (Tomorrow would be better, though.) So, as of yet, still nothing in the way of baby arriving.

Non-stress test today.........

I had a non-stress test today, at my doc's request. Everything was fine with my baby. So now, if I do not have this baby by Thursday night, I go in at 8:00am on Friday, Nov 10th to be induced. I am still hoping to have this baby before I need to be induced. But, if I have to be induced, that's the way it is, I guess. If that doesn't work, I sit out the weekend, and they'll try again to induce me on Monday. If that doesn't work, I am not sure what the next step is, so hopefully it works. I really don't want a c-section at all, unless absolutley necessary. As I say in every blog........"I am so tired of being pregnant!" lol. I mean it's been worth it, and I'd do it again, but enough is enough already, lol.
Until next time..................................

Still at a standstill.............................

I am still waiting ever so IMPATIENTLY.....lol! Nothing much is happening at the moment. (Still). I don't feel different. I called my doctor today, just to see how long I should go before being really concerned about this baby. I am to go to the hospital for either a stress-test, or a non-stress test. (Don't know which one.) If baby is ok, then hopefully I give birth by Friday. If not, I go in to the hospital on Friday at 8:00am to be induced. I am really hoping I have this baby before then. Like tonight, or tomorrow! About 6 months ago, I had the date Nov 6th in my head as the baby's birthdate. I have less than 8 hours to go. Time will tell, but I just can't see it happening. I am trying to keep myself busy with household chores, etc. It's not really working too well. I just keep thinking of this baby! I also am grounding him already! (For not coming "HOME" on time!) Hahahahaha!
As I usually say, "I'll keep everyone posted!"

Still waiting................

Well, I am still at home, still waiting. Not a whole lot has happend since Friday night when I was at the hospital. In fact, my back pain kind of went away for a bit. Saturday evening I was at my dad and step-mom's for supper. By 7pm, I was ready for bed. The funny thing is, is when I got up from out of my chair, I swear I felt like his head was coming down, and that he was going to fall out. But, he didn't. I went home and was in bed by 8:30pm.
I slept a lot today, but decided that I needed a few groceries. So I got my groceries, and by the time I got home, I was pretty tired. I made some supper for Dave and myself. My back/pelvis was aching, so I had a nice, warm (almost hot) bath after supper. This helped the pain a tiny bit. Now, I am basically just relaxing and watching some tv with Dave. (Waiting............which seems to be the story of my life lately...lol!) I definately KNOW patience now, lol! I'll keep updating for as long as I can........Later!

Just another day in the waiting game.............

Just another day in the waiting game. Impatient doesn't describe what I am feeling right now. Cranky and achey is what I am right now. I am trying to not be cranky, but at times it is a bit hard. I have sharp, shooting pains in my pelvis, my lower back is aching, and as sick as this sounds: The pressure on my rectum is driving me insane! I am not sure if the baby's head is the cause of this pain, but I am beginning to think so. I am only on day 4 of being overdue, but man, I am getting so sick of it! So, I guess I am just venting, for now. I am trying to keep myself busy. I actually shovelled the snow this afternoon. (I did it slowly) I had to do something. At least my dog is keeping me company while Dave's at work. He is being a bit of a nusiance today, but then again, he's like a kid, having some 'good' days, and some 'bad/mischevious' days. I'll keep everyone posted...........................

Just a matter of time..........

I think it's just a matter of time now. I was at the Dr.'s today, and I think things are starting to 'soften up.' If I do not go into labor by Tuesday, then I am supposed to call my ob/gyn to get in to see him and see what he says. So, basically, I am hoping my baby will be born within the next 5 days or so. I am more impatient than ever now! I am just basically hanging around the house, doing the odd chore, and taking my dog for short walks. Dave has been so busy, and I feel really bad that I can't help him. He just got a really great job. He will be running a pub/restaurant. He really loves to cook, so going back to this trade will be great for him. It has great potential for him down the road. So, for now, he's getting the restaurant ship-shape to re-open in the next few weeks, plus he's cooking for the pub (Which is still open.) The previous people who ran it really did a horrible job in keeping everything organized, etc. Dave is determined to get things back in shape, which I know he can do, because he is an excellent cook, and has a lot of knowledge in the food industry. Plus, it also helps that he knows most of the food reps in town. Even though Dave is putting in some really long days for now, in the end, things will slowly get organized, and he won't need to put in as many hours. I really do wish that I could help him in some way, but there's not a lot I can do in my pregnant 'condition.' So, basically, we're still waiting for baby.

I am totally frustrated.........

I am really frustrated. I am feeling sick again! I was sick again last night, and it really made me mad, even though I made it to the bathroom. And today I feel crappy again. Dave got called into work today. The poor guy has been working 6 days a week lately. I feel really bad for him, he must be so tired. It was so cold last night. It was -15 Celcius last night, which I think is about 5 Fahrenheit. Usually it doesn't get that cold until the end of November, or at least December. The cold doesn't bother me, really, but I sure don't like the snow. I was a bit achey last night, and no matter which side I was lying on, the pain wouldn't go away. I got up to go watch tv. I made the mistake of lying on our couch, which sinks quite low, and when I went to get up, my pelvis hurt so much, it took me about 5 minutes to get off the couch! So I won't be sleeping on the couch any time soon! LOL Of course, Dave was nowhere near me, so I couldn't call him to help me! Dave said that next time I should make sure the phone was next to me, and I could've called his cell phone for help. (He was out tinkering in the garage!) It kinda reminds me of the commercial that everyone used to make fun of. (maybe people still do!) You know the one where the old lady has fallen and says, "Help, I've fallen, and I can't get up!" Maybe I should invest in one of those 'medic alert' button thingy's, lol!
Anyhow, nothing happening with this baby. I think that he knows it is too cold to come out, lol!

Ok, now I KNOW my computer is possessed!

Ok, now I know my computer is suffering from the effects of 'Halloween!' I just posted a few minutes ago, and when I checked it after, I found that it appeared for maybe 3 seconds, and then some of my post disappeared! Weird! So, incase anyone can't read my post, it basically says that I am not yet in labor, and prob not going to be anytime soon, lol! Oh, maybe in the next week, but not likely tomorrow! (Then I get to hand out Halloween candies!) Yay! I'll keep everyone posted!

"Happy Due Date" to me!!!

Well, my due date has come.........(Today), and soon will be gone............and no baby! I am getting so impatient! I did get some last minute things done last night, though. I am ready if this baby comes tomorrow. I was not quite as sore today as I have been, so I went out with my dad for lunch today. Didn't do too much today, I thought I'd better just relax a little bit. I may have overdone it a little bit last night with my vacuuming, etc. Not a whole bunch to report, really. My grandma phones me everyday, asking, "Do you feel anything yet?" I always have to say "No." She's funny. My Aunt also phoned yesterday to check out my 'status.' So, for anyone who reads this, I am sorry to say, "No baby as of yet." But it can't be much longer now. I say sometime in the next week our 'little Munchkin' will soon arrive.
I'll keep everyone posted!

OK, this blog site must be spooked!

I just published my latest blog report, and it would not publish, it said there were 'errors!' So I tried again, and it still wouldn't. When it finally did, I looked and it had published twice!! Spooky!!!! Maybe this blog site is being haunted by ghosts! LOL After all, it is Halloween in a couple of days!!!!! SPOOKY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Feeling not so sick today......

I am feeling much better in the nausea department today. Pain though, has been my big nusiance for today. I was supposed to go out for lunch with my mom-in-law today, but I just couldn't walk terribly well. It was like my baby had his head just jammed 'down there!' I really felt like he was going to fall out. My back pain wasn't so bad, it was the pelvic pain that was such a pain, literally! I finally managed to kill some of the pain by lying on my side. But everytime I had to get up, I was limping along. When my bladder got even a little bit full, it hurt like heck! I actually felt like someone had kicked me in the crotch. (Sorry, I know that sounds gross, but that's really what it felt like!) Sure, I am complaining a lot lately, but I still think this is totally worth it. So, I am pretty much going to take it easy for the next while, and stick close to home. That's all I can do!

Feeling not so sick today......

I am feeling much better in the nausea department today. Pain though, has been my big nusiance for today. I was supposed to go out for lunch with my mom-in-law today, but I just couldn't walk terribly well. It was like my baby had his head just jammed 'down there!' I really felt like he was going to fall out. My back pain wasn't so bad, it was the pelvic pain that was such a pain, literally! I finally managed to kill some of the pain by lying on my side. But everytime I had to get up, I was limping along. When my bladder got even a little bit full, it hurt like heck! I actually felt like someone had kicked me in the crotch. (Sorry, I know that sounds gross, but that's really what it felt like!) Sure, I am complaining a lot lately, but I still think this is totally worth it. So, I am pretty much going to take it easy for the next while, and stick close to home. That's all I can do!

Sick.....Again!

Last night was not the greatest night. I was sick 3 times. I was on the computer when I began to feel sick, but didn't think i'd actually 'throw up.' Well, unfortunately, I did, and did not make it to the bathroom for 2 of the times. Dave wasn't home, so I had to clean up my 'mess.' I went to bed right away after that, but did try to keep myself from getting dehydrated. Drank ginger ale, which helped settle my stomach somewhat. When I woke up this morning, I felt just as sick as last night, so I took a gravol. (I know it is ok to take this, because they gave it to me in the hospital in my 2nd month of pregnancy, when I had the flu.) This made me tired, so I had to 'sleep it off.' I awoke feeling a little better. I was, by then, a bit hungry. I made some cream of wheat, and managed to keep it down, which was a good sign. Went back to bed and fell asleep. When I awoke this time, I felt much better. By mid afternoon, I was able to get out and pick up a few groceries I needed.
I amnot too sure why I was sick. Maybe it was the flu, because I had chills and a headache. But then, I was sick last Tuesday as well. So maybe it's just hormones or something. Hopefully the hormones will ease up a bit after this baby is born! Oh, man, these last couple of weeks are driving me insane! But at least I know the end is in sight. I graduated with a guy named Mike, and he and his wife were in our prenatal class. She was due on Oct 20th. They tried to induce her this past Monday AND Tuesday, and both times it didn't work! They must be so frustrated. But I guess, they'll go back on Tuesday and try again.
That's pretty much all in 'Baby news', as you can see, it was a pretty boring day.....................

I think we'll be waiting for quite awhile!

Well......I think we'll be waiting for awhile before our 'little Munchkin' arrives. I had an appointment with my ob/gyn this morning. Actually, he was a substitute for my regular doctor, who is away at a conference. He was a nice guy. He did an internal exam, to see if I have dilated any. Nope! Not at all! My cervix is not 'ripe' as they like to say, which means basically it is not soft and ready to go. :( But, he did say that our sons's head was quite low, so I guess that would explain the pain I feel at times from his head pressing on everything. I am pretty sure he'll be a November baby, which is not a bad thing, really. I just want him NOW! LOL! Hopefully he'll come before my 42nd week. I can probably handle another week or so, but after that.......get my little guy OUT!
That's prett much all there is to report for now. :(

Strange dreams....

I have been thinking about all these weird dreams I have been having the past few days. They don't have really anything to do with babies, but they are just plain crazy!
In the first one, I was grading test papers for a class, and it was math. I was mad because for some reason, a few of the questions were just weird algebra-type questions that made no sense. I had to ask someone for help! LOL! #1, I am not even a teacher, or a teacher's aide, so WHY I'd be grading test papers, is beyond me. #2, If I were a teacher, you'd think I'd know the answers! LOL!
Another weird dream I had: I went to put gas in my car at the Huskey gas station. When I went inside to pay, it was dark, and the cashier was asleep with his head down on the counter! In the dream, I had thought to just go away without paying, but decided it was 'wrong.' So, I nudged the cashier awake andpaid him! Weird, hey? Those 2 dreams were the most vivid. I know there were other strange ones, but I can't quite recall most of the details. I wonder if it means anything?!
I also think I may be starting to 'nest.' I was exhausted all day, and went to bed around 9:30pm. I was reading the book I had bought today, "What to Expect the First Year,"and Suddenly I got the urge to clean/rearrange my dresser drawers. I think tomorrow I'll sort the baby's clothing by size, clean my car out, and dust. (If fatigue doesn't set in!)
Other than that, I am just STILL impatient, and just the usual aches and pains!
Until next time!

Still playing the waiting game......

Another day in the waiting game. Not much happening. I did manage to do some laundry, my dishes and go through my closet and get rid of clothes I don't wear. Only 5 more days until my due date, not that reaching my due date means I will have my baby on that actual date. It still is fun to count down. I got a HUGE, sudden craving for a 'white chocolate brownie' from Moxies. Of course, it was 10 PM, and I had to drive all the way across town to get it, but oh, it was so worth it!
My 'little guy' was squirming quite a bit today. Maybe he's getting restless? Right now, I am pretty sore. I am having a hard time walking because of the pressure on my back and other areas. Sometimes the pain is a 'shooting' pain, which is really uncomfortable. I am getting so nervous about this whole labor thing. I am so horrible with pain! I hate the discomfort I am having right now, let alone what labor will be like. I will try to take my mind off of my aches and pains by taking my dog for a walk, maybe that will help!
Until next time!

10 days until my due date!!!!

Today is 10 days until my due date!! I am totally excited! as far as today went, it was a not bad day. My friend, April, took me out to lunch today. Also shared a white chocolate brownie......oh it was tastey!!! Came home, and Dave brought home a bunch of boy's baby clothing from a girl at work. It was such a nice thing to do. Plenty of sleepers and outfits. People can sure be nice.....it makes up for all the 'meanies' in this world!
It is rainy and windy today, and for the first time since i've been pregnant, I did not like the coolness. I think maybe it was the wind that bothered me the most. It definately looks like autumn today. The wind has blown all of the leaves EVERYWHERE!
My dog, 'Peanut,' has been totally acting weird the past few days. I think he knows something new is happening. (Or maybe when I took him for his haircut the other day, they shaved a portion of his brain?? LOL) I had him shaved pretty good, because this way, when it gets really cold, he'll have fur again. He usually gets so matted, and ice chunks stick to his fur, so this way, it is less likely to happen. I have a sweater for him, which he hates, and manages to get it off. He hates going outside when the grass is wet, or if it is raining. I took him outside last night to do his 'business,' which he didn't do, and sometime later he pooped and peed on the floor. I was totally not impressed! But, it wasn't on carpet, so it was easy to clean and sanitize the floor. Since his haircut, he has this thing with crawling right under the covers. It's kind of cute. He's been a bit defiant lately as well. He has been trying to get his rawhide treat on my bed and furniture, which he knows is not allowed. I had to shoo him off 3 times! The weird part of this crazy dog, is he likes to 'pounce' through freshly fallen snow! It's funny to watch him go through snow drifts like a rabbit. I wonder if it is possible for a dog to have ADD? I swear, sometimes he gets so easily distracted. Sometimes he'll be put outside to do his business, and he ends up staring off into the sky, or wherever. Well enough about my dog, after all, this is supposed to be a baby blog! Just not a whole lot happening with baby today. He moves around once in awhile. According to my doctor, he has flipped around from one side to the other. His heartbeat was detected on my left side for so long, but yesterday at my appointment, his heartbeat was detected on my right side. Maybe that's why I have been so achy lately??!
Well, I had better go finish my laundry.
Ta-ta!

Not a great day.

Today started all right. I took my dog, 'Peanut' for his haircut. I came home and did some laundry and dishes. My uncle from Saskatchewan called from his cell phone. He was in town with my grandma because she had to have some lazor thing done on her eye. He had some errands to run, so he dropped her off at my house for a couple of hours. We chatted and I showed her the baby's room. I made her some supper and tea. We chatted some more, and it was while we were chatting, I began to feel nauseated. I didn't think much of it, really, since I had felt sick once in awhile. I got up to go to the bathroom, and I just made it to the bathroom, when I got sick! I was not impressed! I am not sure why I was sick, but I don't think I'll be eating anytime soon! Plus, I have had lower abdominal cramps all day that were really bothersome. I have been uncomfortable, achy and crampy all day. Oh, I just can't wait til this is over!!!! I think I'll go lie down now, maybe i'll feel better.
Later!

I have officially lost my marbles!!

Oh, what a day!! I think my hormones are really, really messed up! I was watching tv today, flipping around the channels, when I came across a Canadian show, based out of Vancouver, called "Animal ER." Well, most people who know me, know I really like dogs. Of course, there was this cute little 'Maltese' dog, and her name was 'Honey.' She was 14 years old, and was suffering from congestive heart failure. She was having problems breathing, due to fluid in her lungs. The vets had to give her oxygen. She was whining and crying. The funny part about this: My dog, Peanut, who was in the living room, heard this little dog's crying on the tv, and he was looking around to see where the heck this dog was who was crying. It was so cute! He looked everywhere in the living room, and I couldn't help but laugh. The part where I lose my marbles: The little Maltese dog died, and it totally broke my heart!!! I started crying!!!! My dog, Peanut, came up and licked my tears. I could not believe I was CRYING, for a dog I had never met! Then another dog, a black lab, broke his pelvis, and it was going to cost 3 or 4 thousand $ to fix. So the owner had him put down. I bawled my eyes out!!!! It was so sad. Am I not sad???? I could not bring myself to change the channel! So, that is why I have lost my marbles! LOL. Dave just thought it was funny when I told him. Last week in the news, some "LOSER" teens, aged 19 and 17 were charged with cruelty to animals by dragging a dog behind a vehicle, and had a rope tied tightly around it's neck. This made me so mad! I hope they get dragged behind a car and a rope tied around their necks! The sad part is, the dog was still alive after this, and had to be euthanized! (Sorry about the graphic details) I just can't stop thinking about it!
On a good note: I finally cleaned my fridge out today!!!!! It hurt at times to do it, but at least it is done! Tomorrow I'll be up for more wonderful chores, and I take my dog for his last haircut before it gets really cold. He'll be good until spring, or close to it!
Well, I am off to bed! That fridge cleaning and dishes did me in!

Possible change in decorating plans???

Woke up to rain this morning, but that's ok, because it isn't snow, thank God! I guess Ontario got quite the dumping of snow, and so did Buffalo, NY. I like snow, as long as it doesn't go on the roads or sidewalks. It can just snow on the grass, I don't need the grass anymore this year!
Last night I awoke around 3 am. I was a bit worried, as I hadn't felt my 'little guy' moving for awhile. So, I got up and waited.............and waited..............and nothing. I am starting to get worried. Dave was hungry, so he threw a pizza in the oven, (How typical of Dave!! LOL). I thought maybe if I ate/drank something, maybe my little guy would 'get moving.' He usually moves quite a bit. Still nothing. By then, I am really starting to worry, (Because I am the world's biggest worrier). I tried to go back to sleep, with no luck. I thought maybe I should go check it out. So to the hospital I go. They are so good there! I love how they don't make you feel stupid for worrying. So I get hooked up to the monitors, and breathed a sigh of relief when I finally heard my son's heartbeat! Of course, they monitored me for about a half an hour, just to be sure all was good..........and it was........thank God! He really woke up when the monitor was on, (Due to the sound waves) I was sooooo happy he was ok. I did feel just a bit stupid, because my son was probably just napping........and I woke him up!!! I keep telling myself I did what I thought was right, because I'd rather be safe than sorry. I mean, if there was something wrong with him, and I didn't do anything, I'd feel really, really horrible! But still.....I think I must be the most paranoid mother on earth!!! Not good!
On another note: Our baby's room is done, with the exception of the decorations. I am not having much luck in finding my 'teddy bear' items. Dave did have another idea, though. Dave is a die-hard Montreal Canadiens fan, and in 'his' garage, he has a lot of paraphenelia. (Did I spell that right?) Anyhow, he wants to give our son his Montreal Canadiens stuff, and maybe find a border with some hockey players/sticks, etc. I am actually ok with that. I did really want 'teddy bears', but then again, this is Medicine Hat, and finding stuff you really want isn't always that easy. I am sure I could find something relating to hockey that is 'teddy bear' related. I did see some 'teddy bear' football/baseball border a few weeks ago. Even if we didn't do the border until baby comes, I am ok with that, because the main things we need, such as crib, change table, etc are all done. So I guess we'll just have to see what we can find. My dad and brother are already talking about our son playing hockey, and he isn't even here yet! Jay, my brother, already has plans to take him to an Edmonton Oilers game.! (Jay lives in Edmonton) I did grow up in a 'hockey' family, so it is understandable. I had 2 step brothers and my brother Jay growing up. Plus my dad plays 'oldtimers' hockey. Hockey was our life.
Another pregnancy discomfort I have picked up, and at times it really hurts, is 'sciatica.' I asked the nurse at the hospital, and she said that is probably what it was. I have a sharp pain running from my lower back, through my right butt cheek, and down my leg a little ways. My son must be pressing some nerve in there! It is better today, and hopefully it'll stay that way.
I must say, I am getting very impatient now! I want this baby to come out.....NOW! LOL. Not so much from discomfort, but I really want to hold him! I am tired of loving him while he's in my 'tummy.' I want him to love....in person!
Dave thinks he's going to be a November baby. I agree. Dave says he'll arrive during the day, November 2nd or 3rd. I say he'll come November 6th, at night. (I'll let everyone know who wins this one!!!)
ttfn!

A day to practice motherhood........

A quiet day here. Poor Dave was pretty sick today, hacking his lungs out. Hopefully he won't give it to me, because when I get sick, my asthma really flares up.
I got a chance to practice 'motherhood' today. My friend, Karen, was in town for a funeral, and she didn't want to take her 4 year old daughter, Sara with. So, I looked after Sara for a few hours this afternoon. She really enjoyed taking my dog, 'Peanut' for a walk, and playing with him in the backyard. We also colored, drew pictures and read 'barbie' stories. Luckily, I have various kids books on hand, so it was easy to occupy her time. Dave's friend, Dale had 2 daughters who are now grown up, and he gave me a bunch of kid's books. Of course, this was before we found out we were having a boy, but, hey, I'll read barbie books to my son if he wants to hear them. There's also 'Elmo' books, etc, so it's not just 'girly' books. She really was a perfect 'angel'. She has great manners, knows her phone number, etc. When we were walking the dog we had to cross the street. I asked her, "What do we do before we cross the street?" She immediately replied, "We look both ways!" So her mom has done a great job with her and her 7 year old brother. I hope I can do the same.
Tomorrow I have my weekly visit to my ob/gyn. (I see him every week now) I also see my regular physician to check on my asthma and other stuff. So, all in all, things are pretty good around here.

Happy Birthday to me!

Yesterday, October 7th was my 31st birthday. I wasn't feeling all that great, so I spent the day mostly at home. I did go to my mother-in-laws for cake, though. I came right home from there and crashed, I was exhausted. I did wake up to go to the bathroom a few times, take tylenol for my headache, and then I got hungry at 4am! Dave was also hungry, (As he usually is) so he made tacos. Dave is so funny, he can eat anytime, day or night. Finally, I got back to sleep, only to have to make sure Dave was up for work at 7am. Stayed up for awhile, but managed to go back to sleep for another couple of hours. Got up, made myself some perogies (I have been craving them for a few days now!), and will soon go to my mother-in-laws for Thanksgiving dinner. I have been wondering one thing: Why do we Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving at such a different time than the Americans do? I am going to have to look that one up!
I do wish my energy level would pick up, though. It's weird: I'll have a short energetic spurt, in which I'll get things done, but then the fatigue comes back. Yesterday, I did manage to clean my kitchen up for the most part. I washed floors and did some dishes. But soon after I was ready for nappy time, lol! I feel bad that my energy level is so poor. I feel like I should be getting more things done. I mean, I haven't exactly neglected things, the laundry, dishes and floors are getting done, but I still feel like I should be doing more. Like, for example, I'd really love to wipe out my fridge! The darn thing really needs it, plus I would love to vacuum my living room. I think tomorrow, I just may have to make myself do it, tired or not, because it needs to get done! I honestly can't wait until we rip out our living room carpet! I really hate carpet with a passion, it does nothing good for my allergies! But, off I go to get some Thanksgiving Turkey! Later everyone!

It's a........................!!!!!!

It's a BOY!!!!! I am totally excited!!!! The Doctor did an ultrasound today to see if baby was breech. Baby is not breech......yay! And then he said, "Here is the scrotum...." I was like, "Oh, it's a boy!!" Dave was at work and was unable to attend this appointment, so I brought my mom-in-law. After the appointment, we went to a store and I bought a blue balloon that said "It's a boy!" I got it filled with helium, then drove to Dave's work, and showed him the balloon. I am not sure the color of the balloon registered right away, because he had to read the balloon first, it was so funny! When it did finally register, he just hugged me and said "I knew it!!" I honestly would have been just excited if it had been a girl, and I know he would have been too! I am happy that my son is healthy!!!!! Wow, what a NEAT thing to say!! "MY SON!!!" WOW!!!!! Of course, he did not say 100% it was a boy, but he was pretty sure, and my mother-in-law said she saw his little penis. (She was a nurse before she retired.) I was soooo excited, I had to phone my grandma, and my dad and stepmom. I am just so happy I am now able to say "My son" instead of calling him "IT" or "Baby." Now, Dave and I need to agree on a boy's name. We had both agreed on the girl's name, but we had only thought of a few boy names. But, I am sure we'll come up with some names pretty quick.
Well that was my day. Tomorrow I'll come off of "Cloud Nine" and maybe get my laundry done!!

I was hoping I wouldn't have to go anywhere until after the baby is born, but no such luck. Dave has to go to Calgary on October 10th to see a Dr. for his back. This is a 'Workman's Compensation Board' approved Dr, and they just wanted their own Doctor to check on Dave's back. Of course, I am going to go with him. I'd feel better having him near if I should suddenly go into labor. And if I did have to give birth in Calgary, which, by the way is an excellent place to give birth, at least Dave would be there. Compensation will pay for his time off work for that day, meals, and gas. Otherwise we'd be up the creek. I am STILL waiting for my employers to send my 'Record of Employment' so I can collect maternity benefits. They are sooooo slow. Plus Dave has not yet received his compensation cheque, so we both have had no income for a few weeks and things are getting pretty tight around here! But we'll manage somehow, and he is now back at work.
Tomorrow I will potentially learn the sex of our baby............I am so excited!!!! I can't wait. (Hopefully baby will 'show' itself)

I am really getting excited! Hard to believe there's only about a month left to go in my pregnancy! Sometimes it's so hard to sleep at night! Had a pretty busy weekend. Attended April and Andrew's wedding in the 'Cypress Hills' on Saturday. It was soooo beautiful there, but a little windy. The leaves are changing rapidly, but it looks really cool. I had to laugh at Ethan, April and Andrew's son. At the wedding reception, April's mother-in-law was talking about them, referring to them as 'April' and 'Andrew.' Ethan pipes up, saying,"Who's April and Andrew?" Everyone at the hall was laughing! Of course, Ethan, at age three, only knows his parents as 'mom' and 'dad', not 'April' and 'Andrew.'
Sunday evening, I went to my grandma's house in Maple Creek, which is about an hour away. She had an appointment in Medicine Hat the next morning at 11am. I am usually the one who takes her to appointments, and so it was easier to just go Sunday night and stay the night. The drive up there was a bit uncomfortable. I kept having a lot of pain in my pelvic area, that at times took my breath away. But, in the end, I made it.
Monday we were on the road and back in Medicine Hat for her 11am appointment. We had lunch, plus I took her shopping for a few items. Maple Creek is pretty much a 'one-horse' town, so shopping there is really not great. Eventually, around 4pm, we arrived back in Maple Creek, and we chatted for awhile. But I did decide on one thing: No more road trips, unless absolutely necessary, until after BABY is born. I am just too uncomfortable driving these days, plus I would feel better staying closer to home, just in case I do happen to go into labor earlier than expected. I mean, next week I will be 37 weeks pregnant, which means my baby will be considered full-term!!! So, there's a chance this baby can come anytime. I personally don't think that baby will arrive for another few weeks, but you just never know!
Thursday, October 5th is my ultrasound to see if baby is 'breech.' Hopefully we'll get a sneak-peek at baby's 'lower' areas to see if we are having a boy or girl. I really cannot stand the suspense anymore. Yes, I know this baby will be here soon, but I am still curious as to the sex of our baby.
Dave is now back at work, his back being pretty good now. I was worried his back would never heal, but thankfully, he's on the mend.
Hopefully I get some sleep tonight, as the past few nights have been pretty restless. Grandma's town has a train that goes through it at least once an hour, (She lives quite close to the tracks) and last night, I was just unable to sleep or get comfortable. Plus, I have had these really dumb headaches almost everyday for the past 2 weeks. Grandma gave me some money for my birthday (coming up on October 7th) and I think I just might treat myself to a massage. Maybe it will help my headaches, you never know!
Hopefully, tomorrow I'll have a bit more energy, as I did not do a whole lot of 'anything' today. I was just too tired, and I am dying to clean this house up!!!

Pregnancy is confusing!

Yesterday was Sunday, and a weird day it was! I was pretty tired. I had been having chest pains since Friday morning. This is something weird I had never felt before. I didn't think much of it because it came and went whenever it wanted. By Sunday afternoon, there were times it was so intense, I wondered if I was having heart or lung problems........it really was starting to freak me out! I decided, "What the heck, better safe than sorry!" I went to the ER. I actually saw the DR quite quickly, which for a Sunday, was pretty amazing. They did an ECG, which turned out to be normal. The Dr thought perhaps the baby was squishing my lungs, causing pain. He was really nice about it, and said to come back if I had any more problems.
This morning I was into some cleaning. I washed the bathroom and kitchen floors, and changed my bed. I would have kept going, but because I was scrubbing the bathroom floor on my hands and knees, I began to have pain. I decided I better quit. (I could barely get off of the floor, LOL!) I lie down to rest my aching groin and back, which got better after a short while. I decided cleaning would wait until tomorrow!
This evening after I had come back from Wal-Mart, I had a horrible pain in my lower abdomen. I could barely walk. My lower back has also felt really achy the past few days, like the baby is pressing on my spine and bowels. I went to lie down because I was sooooo uncomfortable, walking hurt! Dave brought me some tylenol, which helped a little bit for my avdominal pain, but I still feel like this baby is pressing my spine and bowel area. (Does that even make sense???!!!) I just know that I wish the back pain would go away, it's so painful at times, the only thing I can do is lie on my bed! I seriously wonder if this is kinda like pre-labor? Or is it just normal pregnancy? I have a feeling I won't know when I am in TRUE labor! (Gee, pregnancy is confusing!!) Well, off to bed I go!

Uncomfortable for another 5 weeks or so.

What a lame day today has been. I had absolutely no energy whatsoever. I didn't accomplish much. Although, last night Dave and I bought some laminate flooring for the baby's room. It's gonna look nice. What we have in there right now is so UGLY! Saw Dr. J on Thursday. Unfortunately, he is going to be gone to a conference on my due date. So I am hoping baby will come either just before he leaves, or just after he comes back on Nov 5th. I really would like him to deliver if possible, as he's the one I have seen throughout this pregnancy. I do know baby will come when it wants to, so obviously I will get whomever is on call. I do not know the other doctors, so it would be weird for them to deliver. But I guess when I am in hard labor, it will not matter who gets the baby out, as long as he/she gets out! LOL.
Had my grandma here for overnight Thursday/Friday. She had an eye appointment in Medicine Hat. She got to see baby's room, (what we have done so far). Since Dave accidently ripped part of the wall as he was taking the window trim off, we had to fill it in, and are now going to paint that small section. Then it'll be time to do the floor!!! I know this baby is going to have the nicest room in the house! In time, though, we have other reno plans for our house. It'll just take some time and money, so we'll do it little by little.
Dave's back is slowly improving. He is dying to get back to work. He'll continue with physio until they give him the ok, plus he sees the doctor on Monday. So we'll see what happens. Lisanne, if you read this: "I can relate to the pelvic cracking!" It is so weird!! Since I sleep on my sides now, every time I turn from one side to the other, my pelvic area will kind of crack, snap, or pop, whatever you want to call it! It is so crazy! But at least I am not alone in this area. But wow, I am totally getting uncomfortable now! I hate to bend over!! I am unable to vacuum (my gut is getting in the way!) But, it is all for a good cause. Only about 5 weeks or so now!!! The excitement is building!!!!!

Just a bit cold outside!!!

Okay, it's pretty cold outside, even by my standards. Usually, even up here in Canada, it does not get so cold at this time of year! I admit, I did enjoy cooler weather for a bit because it felt so nice. (It was a HOT summer!) But today it is very windy and cloudy. It wouldn't be so bad if the wind went down. Plus, it is only 7 C, which I believe is about 44 F. Not usual for here in September. Oh, I am sure there are a lot of people who think Canada has snow all year round and stuff like that, but not so! We had temperatures in the 38 C range, which is hot. I have an aqauintance in Louisville, Kentucky, and one day I heard they had an ice storm. (Last year) So, it is amazing what you learn. I honestly believed Kentucky was too far south for 'cold' weather. LOL! In grade 9, we had to label a map of all of the states, and I got 100%. But do you think I could do it now? I could probably get most of them, but not all. (Thank God we only have 10 provinces in Canada, plus the yukon territory, Northwest Territories and Nunavut) . Less to remember! LOL Well, enough about geography................... Not much new in the way of 'baby' news. Dave's friend Dale is painting the baby's room. The color is 'water chestnut.' Not too dark, it's more beige, which will be a fairly neutral color, and will match well with the teddy bear decorations I have. Dave is unable to paint, or do anything really strenuous for a bit. He had an accident at work.....he slipped on some water and fell, really hurting his back. He started physiotherepy, where they determined he has a 'bulged disc.' So he's on anti-inflammatories and tylenol #3's. We both make such a pair!!! I have trouble sleeping because it's uncomfortable going from my left side to my right side, so I am grunting and groaning, and Dave is moaning and groaning because of the pain he's in, plus he has a hard time moving around. I am trying to figure out just how the heck I am going to rake my leaves up in my back yard, since for me, bending down is very hard, as it is for Dave. I may just end up mowing up as much as I can, or I might hire my 15 year old cousin to do it. I have one tree in my yard that is almost totally bare, but the rest are pretty green still, it's so weird. But, on a good note, Dave's friend, Dale is really helpful, and the room will probably be painted totally within the next day or so. Then we can set up the crib, and finish decorating, etc! I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Last night, I was out with my friend, Nikki, and her hubby, Terry. Nikki is in the medical field, and good at it, and wanted to check out the baby's position, which I was all for!!! I wish I could tell how my baby was lying, but I just don't have the skill.
Well, enough babbling for now.

Active baby!

I actually amused myself today by watching my stomach! Crazy, but it was kinda cool! This baby of mine was wriggling up a storm! My stomach was bouncing around like crazy! But I loved it!!! It is so amazing what a woman's body does during pregnancy! I am in awe of just what a neat experience this has been. It has been so worth the morning sickness, backaches, etc. Only 7 weeks left to go (approximately). I am getting too impatient for this baby to arrive. I am a bit nervous, but I think every new mom is.
Had a pretty quiet weekend this past weekend. Dave worked, I went to April's wedding shower today. Her wedding is on Sept. 30th. Dave most likely will work, so I'll have to drive out to Elkwater myself. That makes me nervous, as it's exactly one month to my due date. But I have a cell phone. Elkwater is about a 45 minute drive away. I'll definately talk to Dr. J and make sure he thinks it is ok.
This week should be quiet. A few appointmentas here and there, but that's about it.

A busy week......

I have been pretty busy the past week or so. Helped my mother-in-law move. She's only a couple of blocks from our house, which is neat. Had an appointment with my ob/gyn today, except he was called out to deliver a 'very stubborn baby' that did not want to come out. So I went home. I told Dr. J's nurse I felt fine anyhow. She said if I needed to see him next week that I could come in. My next appointment is Sept. 21st. I am sure i'll be ok until then, if not, I see my family doctor on the 13th anyhow. So all is good. Finally the baby's room is getting done. I have procrastinated for way too long! I just didn't know what to do with the room, but it's starting to come along. Dave doesn't want me to paint because he doesn't want me to inhale paint fumes. Just asked me what I wanted done to the room and him and his friend Dale will do it. I am thinking about something with teddy bears. They are so cute and cuddly. Besides, I have no idea if this baby is a boy or girl, so I think teddy bears are unisex. This baby is sure moving a lot today! Not that I mind, a moving baby is a healthy baby in my books.
Well, I am off to bed.

Paranoid with doggy troubles!

I think I am totally paranoid! The other day, I was vacuuming, and pulled a stomach muscle (or something). Then yesterday, I was feeling really weird. My gut totally hurt, I felt a lot of pressure, and just totally uncomfortable. It has been my weirdest pregnancy feeling so far! I think this baby was in a weird position or something, but it was kinda freaking me out. I called the hospital to get some reassurance, as I did not want to go there. They basically told me if I was super uncomfortable, and if it didn't go away, to come in. Also suggested were a warm bath and tylenol. The bath didn't do a lot, but I took a tylenol and woke up feeling less uncomfortable and not in as much pain.
Today was a crazy day! My darn dog, "Peanut" got out of the house when my neighbours little girl came over. So I tried to get the little bugger to come back, and he wouldn't!!! So I hopped in my car and tried to coax him in my telling him we were going for a "car ride", which he LOVES. He still wouldn't come, so I pretty much chased him two blocks away, trying to get him, sometimes leaving my car parked in the middle of the road! I didn't care though, there was room for people to go by. My biggest fear was if Peanut made his way toward 12th Street, which is quite busy! I didn't want to have to scrape him off the road! Finally, he stood still, and I grabbed him and put him in the car. I was so mad!~!!!! I gotr home all red-faced, out of breath, and my gut aching. I am so totally out of shape, it's not even funny! But I think a running, mad pregnant woman must've looked pretty funny to my neighbours!! One of my neighbours gave me heck for not asking her to help. So did my mother-in-law. But alls well, ends well! I think that pretty much did me in. After I caught my breath I went for a nap! lol But that was just another day in my life!

Things are going smoothly.........

I have to say.....the past month or 2 has gone quite smooth. No extreme aches and pains, not a lot of feeling sick. I love it! I occasionally have a day where I just don't 'feel that great', but it not a big deal. I just go and lie down til I feel better. My biggest annoyance at this time would be the ENDLESS trips to the bathroom. I know it'll only get worse though. I am learning where all of the bathrooms are when I go out to run errands. Just wanted to let everyone know I am still alive. By the way, does anyone actually still read my posts?? Just curious.

Just an ordinary day!

Today was just a 'normal' day. I decided it was time to do some more shopping for baby. It was really fun....but hey, I like shopping most of the time! I bought a few sleepers in various sizes. Of course, not knowing the sex of my baby made it harder, but I stuck to whites, yellows and greens. I think I did all right. I also bought bath hoodies, wash cloths, and crib sheets. Stuff I am going to need other than clothing. If I'd had a million dollars, the fun I could've had! In fact, I had more fun shopping for the baby than I did shopping for myself. Can't wait til the next time!

A bit of a scare......

For the past few days, (Wed, Thurs & Fri) I had been having really strange cramps happening. I was worried something was wrong with the baby, and since I hadn't felt the baby move in awhile, I went to get checked out. Around 2:30 am I arrived at the hospital, where they immediately sent me up to labor and delivery. Sandy, the nurse, was wonderful. I told her I felt really stupid about coming, but I was really worried. They asked for a urine sample, then hooked me up to the monitors. As time passed, it was clear that baby's heartbeat was good and strong, and I was having no contractions. I was very relieved at this. Sandy was so nice. She said a lot of mothers worry when they have cramps. I had had them before, but not this bad. Sandy determined that it was most likely just my uterus ligaments stretching. I eventually went home and tried to ignore the cramping. As it was about 4:30 before I got home, I didn't get to sleep until around 7 or 8 in the morning. At 1:00pm was my cousin's wedding, so I was pretty tired. After the wedding I went home for a nap before the reception. It was a nice wedding, and my cousin looked really beautiful. I love weddings! It totally reminds me of my own wedding, which was one of the happiest days of my life. It was nice to see family I don't get to see very often.

25 weeks.....and counting!

I am approximately 25 weeks along. We're getting closer to the end......I just can't wait! I have been a bit crampy since last night, and it kind of freaks me out. I think it's just the ligaments stretching out, but I am taking it easy today, just to be sure. Last night I had the worst stomach ache I had had in a long time, but today it seems ok. My allergies have been fairly good the past couple of weeks, so I am lucky in that way. Next week I have to go for the glucose test to check for gestational diabetes. I am not looking forward to drinking the sweet, flat orange -pop type stuff. I am not really into anything sweet. In fact, I find that most sweet things make me nauseated these days. I do, however, like sour things and hot wings. I am really into fruit lately, escpecially those B.C cherries! Expensive to buy, but totally worth it!
Yesterday it was really warm outside. Dave and I went out in his car. Of course the air conditioning is kaput in his car, so I was frying. I began to feel sick, so we came home. I knew it was warm outside, but it had been hotter, so I didn't think it would bother me so much, but it did. Also, I had a really bad headache for 2 days. I took tylenol as needed, and it would lessen somewhat, but then it'd be right back full force. I was starting to worry, because I am such a worry wart. I thought about going to the doctor, but it finally went away. I hate when I worry. It's just in my nature to worry though.
My cousin's wedding is this weekend, so I am looking forward to this. I love weddings! The sad thing is, is it seems my large family gets together only at weddings and funerals. In fact, at the end of May was my grandma's funeral and I saw family I hadn't seen in awhile. But there are so darn many of us on my dad's side, there's no possibility of getting everyone together. But, I guess that's the way life goes.
Later!

Not a lot happening!

My computer was down for a few weeks, so I was unable to blog. Not that anyone is missing much. Things are pretty quiet around here. Baby had a quiet week last week. Baby was really moving last night though. I love when the baby moves! It is such a cool feeling! My ultrasound was normal. Had another appouintment on Thursday. Because baby was so quiet last week, I was a bit worried. But, I got to listen to the heartbeat, and was totally reassured. That's pretty much all of what is going on. At 23 weeks, this is a pretty good time in my pregnancy. Minimal sickness, I am not too big yet. The heat though, somedays it is really harsh, but I manage. (Thank God for air conditioning.)

Ultrasound

Had an ultrasound this past Friday. I had a student do the ultrasound, and she wasn't quite experienced enough, so I think that she wasn't able to point things out they I wanted to. The person teaching her was a grouchy thing. No one was able to tell me if it was a boy or girl. The doctor's nurse said they'd probably do another one at his office at 30 weeks to see if it was breech or not, and that we might be able to tell then. The best news of all: Baby is healthy in every way, and I am totally grateful for this. I am just so happy that the baby seems to have all limbs, and the heart is going strong,etc. It wouldv've been nice to know, but in away, I am torn between wanting to know the sex, and wanting to be surprised. Dave really wants to know more than anything! But he is happy all is well with baby, AKA "the worm." I now refer to this baby as the "worm" because it likes to wiggle so much! It wiggled and moved around a lot during the ultrasound.
I still feel awful somedays, but it's more bearable now. My biggest problem now is my allergies. My allergies are pure "HELL!" Everyday I sneeze, my eyes itch and water, you name it. On rare occasions, my eyes literally swell shut. I really try not to take anything, but when the eyes swell, and my asthma flares up, I have to take a benadryl. I really don't like to do this. Dr.'s and pharmicists assure me taking it the odd time will be okay, but I still don't like it. Only when necessary.
That's all for now folks!

Long time, no write! I have been super busy with work and various other tasks. Not much happening in my pregnancy either. My morning seemed to taper off somewhat, I hadn't been sick for about 3 weeks.......Until Thursday, and today that is. Baby still seems to want me sick. I thought I was through it. Nope, it came back. But, I am learning to manage it, so it is just a slight pain. I am 19 weeks now. This Friday I have an ultrasound.......Maybe we can see what it is!! Unfortunately, my grandma that was in the hospital passed away on May 20th. She won't get to see baby or ultrasound pics. But I am sure she is watching from heaven with my grandpa, my other grandpa, my mom, and Dave's dad.
That's all I have to report for now. Laters!

Dr.'s appointment #2

It's been awhile since I have posted anything. I had a Dr.'s appointment on Thursday. I am very happy to say that everything is progressing along just perfectly!!! My blood test results have come back perfect. My RH is ok. If you don't know what that means, it's kinda hard to explain.......you'll have to look it up!! lol.....
I heard the baby's heartbeat. Took awhile for the Dr. to find, but he did! It was really cool! Plus, he has his own ultrasound machine in his office. I got to SEE my baby! When I had my ultrasound at 6 weeks, you could only see a flutter of the heart beat. This time, I saw my baby...and it looked more like a baby than ever! I saw it's beautiful little head, and he also pointed out the baby's elbow. It was such a beautiful sight, I almost wanted to cry! I was on cloud nine for the rest of the day! It was amazing! Miraculous!
My next ultrasound is scheduled at the hospital on June 9th. I am looking forward to perhaps finding out my baby's sex. Plus, I want a picture of my baby. I want to show my grandma, who has been in the hospital since January. Well, must go for now! Later folks!

A long time

It's been awhile since I last wrote. Not much is happening, really. My nausea is still here at times, but it is becoming fewer and fewer. Instead of being sick everyday now, it's only about 3 times a week now...so that's good. I felt some fluttery feelings on Thursday. I am not sure if it was anything, but I felt it for about an hour or so. I see Dr. Jeffrey next Thursday. Prenatal classes on the 8th. It is about nutrition for 2 days. (May 8th & 15th.) Then I don't go again until August. That's all for now!

Waiting patiently.....

I haven't written in awhile, as not much has been happening. (Except nausea and vomiting). I am approximately 11 weeks along. My pants are getting tighter, but no visible bump as of yet. Still going through my "all-day-sickness" phase. Last Saturday it was a horrible day for being sick. Then I had an not so bad week, only to be sick again today, (Saturday) There's something about Saturdays that this baby likes about making me sick! LOL! I was sick this morning at work, then again about 5 minutes ago. At least I am at home right now, and it's not such a big deal. I hate being sick at work, cuz there's usually someone around while I am sick, and it's totally embarrassing. Most people understand, especially women! lol. So, I am waiting for this to end. Dr. Jeffrey says it should end fairly soon, and I sure am hoping so......
I have a favor to ask of anyone who reads this: My friend Toni & her husband Mark have a 1 year old son who was born with heart problems. I can't quite remember exactly what his condition entails. But he is a sick little boy, (cute as a button, too!) and he really needs your prayers. I know you most of you don't know them, but please pray for them anyway if you can. Thanks so much!

Oops! I posted the same post twice.

Just so you know, I posted the same blog twice. LOL! Ignore one of them.

Things are looking up.......

Hi guys! I've had some complaints I've been slacking in the 'keeping you guys up to date' department. Haven't really had much to report the past week or so. I FINALLY am getting over this bronchitus/asthma/flu thing.
I had a couple days where I didn't have morning sickness, and I enjoyed every minute of it. Tuesday and Wedenesday weren't so hot. I actually 'got sick' at work this morning, but thaanfully made it to the bathroom in time. I am hoping this will end soon.
Tomorrow, (Thursday), I have a Dr. appointment with my ob-gyn. I have a few questions for him, that's for sure! Tomorrow, according to my ultra-sound I had on March 10th, I will be 10 weeks along. I want to hurry out of this first trimester, and hopefully the morning sickness.
Well, that's all I know right now. I'll probably have more info after my Dr.'s appointment tomorrow. Later!

Things are looking up.......

Hi guys! I've had some complaints I've been slacking in the 'keeping you guys up to date' department. Haven't really had much to report the past week or so. I FINALLY am getting over this bronchitus/asthma/flu thing.
I had a couple days where I didn't have morning sickness, and I enjoyed every minute of it. Tuesday and Wedenesday weren't so hot. I actually 'got sick' at work this morning, but thaanfully made it to the bathroom in time. I am hoping this will end soon.
Tomorrow, (Thursday), I have a Dr. appointment with my ob-gyn. I have a few questions for him, that's for sure! Tomorrow, according to my ultra-sound I had on March 10th, I will be 10 weeks along. I want to hurry out of this first trimester, and hopefully the morning sickness.
Well, that's all I know right now. I'll probably have more info after my Dr.'s appointment tomorrow. Later!

What a crappy week it's been!

I gotta say: weeks 7 & 8 of my pregnancy are NOT going well. I guess maybe I should turn this blog into a "Sharla's sickness blog." I have been horribly sick. I am still fighting this sinus infection, which has moved to my chest and turned into bronchitus. Of course, bronchitus means that my asthma flares up, and 99% of the day I am unable to breathe. Well, to top things off, on Saturday I began to be violently ill. I thought it was my "All day sickness," but after a few times of being sick, (I am usually only severley nauseated with my 'all day sickness.') I started to worry. I couldn't keep anything down at all. So finally, I went to the hospital. They hooked me up to an I.V with gravol and fluids. (It took three different attempts to get the I.V in, so I am totally bruised.). The E.R doc declared my body to be stricken with the flu, and not morning sickness. After lying there for four hours, I was deemed ok to go home. They told me to come back if I started being sick again. So, of course, I went home, still feeling somewhat ill, but managed to get some sleep. I made some jello, and that is pretty much what I have been eating. My breathing is still crappy, I move from kitchen to living room out of breathe, and my nebulizer (mask with medicine in it) doesn't even last 3 hours. It's supposed to be used only every 4 hours. I have already missed half of Wednesday, all of Thurs & Fri at work. (Sat & Sun I was off this weekend). I have a feeling going to work tomorrow won't be an option. I mean, I can't breathe at home, so how the heck will I breathe at work going up and down stairs all day long?? Of course, the money is needed, but my health is more important(as is baby's). Work will not be too impressed, even though I have already given them a Dr.'s note stating I needed off until Monday. I'll have to get another one. Thankfully my doctor is understanding, I am sure he'll agree. I think I am lucky I am not in hospital right now. If I hadn't been to the doctor on Thursday, that is where I'd be. If I leave my chest infections until they get so bad, that's what happens. I don't think Dave really understands how sick I am. He thinks I should go to work tomorrow. Dave has never seen me this sick, to the point I can't breathe well, so he doesn't understand it. I just know from past history how my body/asthma reacts to flu's and bronchial illnesses.
You know what though? I really feel guilty having had to take gravol, my amoxil(antibiotic), asthma inhalers, nebulizer meds, and even diclectin(anti- nausea morning sickness med.) Doctors have told me it is ok, as this is stuff I need in order to make me well again. They say having a mother who is well makes it easier on baby. I agree, but still find it very disheartening. I always told myself I'd never take any meds while pregnant, except my asthma meds. Well, I am only at week 8, and look at me!!! I REALLY feel bad about it. But, what can I do? My baby can't live if I am dead................! TTFN

My weekend off..........

It is my weekend off! Not an exciting one, though. Still feeling crummy, and to top it all of: I have no idea what to eat anymore. a couple of weeks ago, I was chowing down on almost everything! Lately, it seems that if I even think about a certain food, I want to be sick. I know I have to eat. But I pretty much have a disliking for almost EVERYTHING. I don't really want meat. I think I could probably be a salad/fruit/veggie person for the next little while. Those are the only things that don't make me feel sick. Man, pregnancy is sooooo weird! I knew it would be weird, but not as weird as it has been. It's amazing what hormones do to people! I think next time, I'll be happy if Dave takes the morning sickness and crazy hormones, and I can just carry the baby.
I am already on my 8th week!! Time is moving faster than I thought it would. Still, it could move faster. I am ready to begin walking, once my cold totally disappears, and I don't need my nebulizer (Asthma mask) anymore, which will probably be at least another 4 or 5 days.
My neighbours are now first time grandparents. Their daughter and boyfriend, who live with them, just had a baby girl last night, March 24th, weighing at somewhere around 5 pounds. She was early by a couple of weeks. But I think all is well for them so far!
TTFN!
Sharla

Miserable day!

I'd like to say today is a good day. Unfortunately, it's not. My cold is worse than ever today. I worked only half my shift on Wednesday. I came home and went right to bed. Got in to see my Dr. in the afternoon. I just needed a note for work, because where I work, they are not exactly nice. But of course, my Dr. checked me out. He's a really good Dr. He insisted that I stay off of work until Monday. This means, i'd miss only half of Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. This happens to be my weekend off, thankfully. And of course, the usual: lots of fluids to drink, steamy showers for my sinus, etc. Only today, I wake up and I can feel this cold moving down to my chest, which is definately NOT good. Because I have asthma, chest colds give me a heck of a time. So now, my breathing is a bit more difficult. Hopefully this clears up instead of getting much worse. I don't want to end up in the hospital. My Dr. will give me antibiotics only if necessary. I don't want them at all unless my cold turns into a lung infection. So for now, I plan to sleep, sleep, sleep. (The baby's probably swimming around there every time I cough! lol)
If anyone has any natural cold remedies, i'd like to hear some. Like I have said before, I am open to ideas. TTFN!
Sharla

Darned sinus infection!

How goes it? I am a tad miserable. I have a sore throat and sinus cold. So, I am whiny. I can't stand colds! I am such a wimp! And now that I can't really take anything for it! My nose is so plugged, at night I have been snoring, and driving Dave nuts!
But hey, it'll pass! Not much else new here. Just wanted to whine about it! Hahahaha!
Laterzzzzzz!

Week #7.

March 20/06

Hi everybody! How goes it? Not much to report here. The usual fatigue, and sickness. I was off work today, so I dove into my 'pregnancy' books. It's still two weeks away from my first pre-natal visit with my OB-GYN. I can't wait until I can see my baby on an ultra sound(When it is much bigger) Sometimes, it seems unreal that I will be a mother. Then, I feel sick, and it doesn't seem so unreal.
So, not a lot to say, but thought I'd post something to let everyone know I was still around. TTFN!

Thanks, Nikki (From U.S.A)

Mrch 16/06

Thanks Nikki AKA Nastybrat. (I know two Nikki's). The girls at work also suggested "What to Expect When Your Expecting." So of course, I bought it. So not to worry Nikki, I think I am starting to be informed. Plus, my Dr. gave me a book as well.
It's funny how people refer to a baby by a certain sex, according to how they feel. LOL! I refer to it as a 'He", while some others, including you Nikki, refer to it as a girl...................time will tell!
And Nikki, don't worry: I am eating well. My husband used to be a cook, so he makes sure I get lots of veggies, etc. In fact, he personally drove to my work to bring me lunch because I forgot one yesterday. I was just going to by lunch, but that wasn't good enough for him.
Anyhow, nothing much new here. According to my sonagram, I am exactly 7 weeks tomorrow. So, amazingly.......almost 2 months gone!! (Yay!)
I find that work totally tires me out. I have not felt this tired in ages! I hope this passes, because I have so many tasks at work that need to be done, and being tired just makes my head fuzzy and I need to just sit down. As for my dreadful "ALL DAY" sickness.........Yes, it's all day, not just morning. It switches itself on/off like a light switch. But my DR. gave me this medication totally safe for my baby. It's basically Vitamin B6. I asked about 10 times if it was ok to take it. But it is, so hopefully it works.
Well, off to bed I go! I actually went to bed after supper, like at 6:30pm. I got up a little while ago to let the dog out, so I think I better get back to bed. Bye for now, everyone!
Sharla

Baby is ok!!!

March 14/06

Good news! Baby is doing fine! My family doctor reassured me my ultrasound was very normal, and my cramping was ok. The part I didn't want to hear: Instead of October 30th as a due date, it is now November 4th! Next thing ya know, it'll be November 4th of NEXT year! Just kidding.
Just wanted to let everyone know all is ok for now, so now I can relax somewhat.
Have a good one everybody! And Toni, thanks for the prayers!

My first ultrasound

March 10/06

I went to have my ultrasound. I was scared. As far as I can tell, there is nothing to be immediately concerned about. The lady who did it wasn't allowed to tell me a whole lot, as it is a doctor's duty to do that. She didn't seem too concerned, thank goodness. I see my Doctor on Tuesday for the total results.
The cool thing.........I saw my baby's heart. She pointed out baby's heart just a fluttering away!!! It was soooo cool! I almost wanted to cry!! Then she said she could get it's heart rate. You really have to be still for that. So, as I barely breathed, she got it. 107 Beats per minute!! It definately reassured me somewhat.
One bad thing about today-I just couldn't eat a whole lot today. I think I may have starved my baby today. I was just mostly nauseated today, so I didn't even want to think about food today. I guess it's time for crackers! Later!!

Freaking out!

March 10/06

Ok, being a first pregnancy and all, I am very nervous. Any little pain, or anything that doesn't feel right, I am going to panic, because, well, that's just me!
I've been having some mild cramping, doesn't hurt a lot. No bleeding, thank God. But I called "Alberta Health Link." This is a line that you can call re: any medical concerns. I sure didn't want to go to the E.R and be told I was crazy. Well, this nurse recommended that I see a Doctor, just to be safe. Of course, at 8:00 at night in Medicine Hat, there is not anything BUT the E.R open. So I went. They scheduled me for an ultra sound, just to check things out. That is today at 1:00pm. I didn't go to work today, as I was feeling not that great. (Still not feeling great). So, as I sit here, I am drinking all the required water. I'll let you all know how things go. If anyone has any suggestions, I am listening..............
Sharla

Nausea sets in............

March 8/06

Yes, the nausea is coming along very well. :( Just 2 days ago I was bragging I hadn't been feeling sick as of yet....... Well, it's here! Can't seem to eat breakfast the past 2 days. I took some breaky along to work, for later when I actually could eat something. Haven't actually vomiting, but very nauseated. In fact, I went to bed early last night because I felt crappy.
It's kind of weird. One minute I could eat a horse, the next I am feeling a bit ill. And this is just the beginning!! Other than that, not much happening. But, I definately know I am pregnant, cuz my body definately feels different. But this will be so worth it!!!! Until next time........
Sharla

Curriebaby

March 6/06

I must say, Dave and I were very excited about the upcoming, (but far off) birth of our baby. A week ago, this wasn't even a thought, really. I suspected something, but wasn't really thinking I was actually pregnant. Did the home test thing, and it totally shocked the heck out of me. Dave and I were both shaking with excitement. I did not sleep well that night, I was just too thrilled. The next day, my doctor confirmed it, and of course I had to tell EVERYONE the awesome news!
The good news, is so far, no praying to the porcelin God. (Knock on wood). A bit hungry for things like chocolate and croutons. (Not together) Nothing weird yet. Just hungry, like I skipped- a- few- meals kind of hungry.
I'll keep you all posted..........bye for now!!!
Sharla

Curriebaby

March 6/06

Wanted to let everyone know that Dave and I are expecting a baby. I'll fill everyone in as it progresses................
Sharla