8 Weeks Peanut...8 weeks! Well at least we hope only 8 weeks. We'll take what you give us as long as you're healthy, and I might regret saying that when it's 9 but I'll try to understand if you want to take your time and appreciate the fact that you're healthy.
We had a check up today and got GREAT news...I do not have gestational diabetes! We were tested early at 18 weeks because of a family history. Then at 26 weeks we had the 1 hour glucose test, which came back 9 points higher than the cut off...so a week and a half ago your daddy and I went to the hospital for the 3 hour fasting glucose test. It was not fun Peanut, but today we were told that all 4 blood draws came back in the right range! No borderlines. It's a relief =)
We also talked to JoJean about lots of questions mommy had and now I feel better about pain options, pediatricians and a few other concerns. You sounded great, but were shy again, really active while we were waiting and still as a can be when we listened to your heart, but it's beating strong at 144, then just as crazy again once we were done putting you on the spot. I wonder if this means you're going to be a shy baby! I also got a flu shot...just the regular flu shot, the H1N1 shot is not available and they aren't sure they'll get it. I'll tell you all about H1N1 when you're older and we look through your baby book.
Daddy spent the evening with Johnny Smith staining your dresser! I can't wait to see it. It's at Johnny's house drying and he's going to put the finish coats on it later this week. Hopefully we can have it all set up in your room by the end of the weekend. Mommy is planning on doing A LOT of your laundry this weekend so you'll have fresh clothes when you come home. We're also hoping to set up your crib this weekend. We'll see if that happens, but I'd like to done so after your baby shower we can put stuff away and not have to sort stuff twice!
Speaking of baby showers...yours is right around the corner, which means A LOT of people are going to be visiting and I'm so excited for you to hear their voices for the first time :) Grandma Middleton (who was affectionately named GGMa by Dakota) will be coming on Oct. 7 for 3 WEEKS! I am very excited about this, hopefully sometime before you're one we'll be able to see her either in Port Huron again or in New Mexico. Also, Aunt Caitlin is coming home from Maryland...I haven't seen her since the weekend we told her about you! And of course Aunt Emily will be driving down and Aunt Tracy and Aunt Kim will be driving up =) And to top off all the excitement, your grandma Mayhew is also flying in for the weekend! So on top of your out of town guests there will be a lot more people joining us to celebrate!!!!! Daddy and I are excited to see everyone, it should be a fun time.
We're slowly getting ready for you, but every once in a while (o.k. more like 10-20 times a day) I wonder where the time went! We have lots to do, but I'm confident we'll get a lot done this weekend, and we have a carseat for you! And a stroller that matches, which I'm afraid because of your impending birth day, will be stored for a while! And I didn't realize how much I had, but you have a VERY sizeable wardrobe...I can't wait to dress you in all the cute little clothes!
I'm glad you're growing well and we're on track...and remember if you want to come a little early, say in 7 weeks, we'll be ready by then! Daddy and I can NOT wait to meet you and see your precious face.
Sleep well my little break dancer
xoxo
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009
We need help!
Well baby Mayhew...
We're going to ask for some help...which I'm sure won't be the first time we do :)
We need a name for you...a least the list narrowed down! We've already decided to wait to pick your official name until we meet you, but it would be kind of hard if we met you with a list of 10 names to whittle down when we see your precious face. So we're asking all of your fans to help us!
We've created a poll on the side bar of your blog to allow people to vote on which name they like best...pretty cool idea, huh?!?!
So let the people at it...and if you have a comment about the names, please feel free to leave one in the comments section after this posting. We know for sure the baby's middle name will be Carter (Aubree's maiden name)...so keep that in mind while you vote!
Thanks for your help =)
We're going to ask for some help...which I'm sure won't be the first time we do :)
We need a name for you...a least the list narrowed down! We've already decided to wait to pick your official name until we meet you, but it would be kind of hard if we met you with a list of 10 names to whittle down when we see your precious face. So we're asking all of your fans to help us!
We've created a poll on the side bar of your blog to allow people to vote on which name they like best...pretty cool idea, huh?!?!
So let the people at it...and if you have a comment about the names, please feel free to leave one in the comments section after this posting. We know for sure the baby's middle name will be Carter (Aubree's maiden name)...so keep that in mind while you vote!
Thanks for your help =)
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Oh boy, oh boy
Well, we've been neglecting your blog Peanut...so it's time for an update. I was hoping then next post would include pictures, but that's going to have to wait!
We're getting closer and closer to your arrival. We're just 11 weeks away! And can not wait. We had our ultrasound at the "Big House" and thank you for being so cooperative. And thank you for giving your father something to smile about. He was very please when the ultrasound tech repeated "yes, those are his boy parts!" We're so excited about welcoming our little son soon!
We had our follow up doctor's appointment today, and JoJean reassured us that you were PERFECT! You're growing well, still in about the 60th percentile for growth and your heartbeat is strong. Unfortunately my blood sugar test didn't come back as we had hoped. So I am off to the hospital for a 3 hour fasting sugar test. Hopefully it comes back o.k. and we can escape gestational diabetes. My blood pressure is VERY good though, so that's a bonus. JoJean said several times she thought it might be earlier than 11 weeks...while I'm excited to meet you, I'm also very nervous, so feel free to come when you're ready ;-)
I have a consult with an anesthesiologist tomorrow to talk about my options for medication during delivery and should we need a c-section. I'm super nervous about that!
We go back in 3 weeks, then it's every 2 weeks until 36 weeks when we'll start going every week. It's getting so close. I've already scheduled my time off. I'm going to start my time off on November 16, hopefully to get some rest before you arrive. If not, I'll gladly spend that time with you. I also officially picked the doctor that will be delivering you today. JoJean can only see us until 36 weeks, so after that we're going to see Dr. Kutsche.
We've got the house ready for you...just need to get your room in order. Grandma Mayhew bought your crib when she was home last, we just need to put it together. And daddy is going to get started on your dresser soon. You'll have some history when you get here, your dresser was your Grampy Carter's when he was little and then mine...and now it will be yours. Daddy is going to sand it and refinish it so it looks brand new for you! Aunt Caitlin also sent home all of your bedding with Aunt Emily and Aunt Roo when they went to visit.
We're having a baby shower on Oct. 11 too! Both daddy and I are excited to see lots of family and friends and to share you with them! We're going to take your pictures in and maybe even print your little blog out to share.
Daddy has been singing to you lately, and talks to you a lot now. He likes to sing the I'm a little teapot song, but replace teapot with peanut. If you're short and stout, blame him :) He's also getting quite bold with the things he's saying to your mommy...he's lucky I have a sense of humor! Lately he's told me my swollen toes look like vienna sausages, and when he was trying to feel you kick he told me my belly jiggled when you kicked. And just today when the nurse was making our appointment with the anesthesiologist and she told her my BMI he whispered, that means you're a little chunky! Silly daddy, he'll learn soon enough :)
Well sweet Peanut...we're going to head to bed. I'll try to get pictures posted of your room soon! We love you and can't wait to meet you!
We're getting closer and closer to your arrival. We're just 11 weeks away! And can not wait. We had our ultrasound at the "Big House" and thank you for being so cooperative. And thank you for giving your father something to smile about. He was very please when the ultrasound tech repeated "yes, those are his boy parts!" We're so excited about welcoming our little son soon!
We had our follow up doctor's appointment today, and JoJean reassured us that you were PERFECT! You're growing well, still in about the 60th percentile for growth and your heartbeat is strong. Unfortunately my blood sugar test didn't come back as we had hoped. So I am off to the hospital for a 3 hour fasting sugar test. Hopefully it comes back o.k. and we can escape gestational diabetes. My blood pressure is VERY good though, so that's a bonus. JoJean said several times she thought it might be earlier than 11 weeks...while I'm excited to meet you, I'm also very nervous, so feel free to come when you're ready ;-)
I have a consult with an anesthesiologist tomorrow to talk about my options for medication during delivery and should we need a c-section. I'm super nervous about that!
We go back in 3 weeks, then it's every 2 weeks until 36 weeks when we'll start going every week. It's getting so close. I've already scheduled my time off. I'm going to start my time off on November 16, hopefully to get some rest before you arrive. If not, I'll gladly spend that time with you. I also officially picked the doctor that will be delivering you today. JoJean can only see us until 36 weeks, so after that we're going to see Dr. Kutsche.
We've got the house ready for you...just need to get your room in order. Grandma Mayhew bought your crib when she was home last, we just need to put it together. And daddy is going to get started on your dresser soon. You'll have some history when you get here, your dresser was your Grampy Carter's when he was little and then mine...and now it will be yours. Daddy is going to sand it and refinish it so it looks brand new for you! Aunt Caitlin also sent home all of your bedding with Aunt Emily and Aunt Roo when they went to visit.
We're having a baby shower on Oct. 11 too! Both daddy and I are excited to see lots of family and friends and to share you with them! We're going to take your pictures in and maybe even print your little blog out to share.
Daddy has been singing to you lately, and talks to you a lot now. He likes to sing the I'm a little teapot song, but replace teapot with peanut. If you're short and stout, blame him :) He's also getting quite bold with the things he's saying to your mommy...he's lucky I have a sense of humor! Lately he's told me my swollen toes look like vienna sausages, and when he was trying to feel you kick he told me my belly jiggled when you kicked. And just today when the nurse was making our appointment with the anesthesiologist and she told her my BMI he whispered, that means you're a little chunky! Silly daddy, he'll learn soon enough :)
Well sweet Peanut...we're going to head to bed. I'll try to get pictures posted of your room soon! We love you and can't wait to meet you!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
The Big House
It's been a few weeks since we posted anything...mainly because of limited access to a computer and exhaustion. But I guess it's time to update your fans about you my little peanut. However, that nickname may be changing soon to my sweet little hellian :)
So we're off to the "Big House." First don't get excited because I didn't get you tickets to see the U of M football team play in Ann Arbor. Second, don't get scared cause I'm not taking you on a tour of the jail :) We're headed to St. John's Hospital in Detroit for yet ANOTHER ultrasound.
Yup...third time wasn't a charm. Apparently the first two times there were 5 things the ultrasound techs couldn't measure (brain and heart stuff). Yesterday, at least we got measurements and were able to see important parts of your brain. And we were able to see your heart, just not the four chambers. SO...on we go to the biggest, newest, baddest machines the St. John Health System has to offer.
JoJean said yesterday that there is nothing to worry about, your heartbeat is strong, everything else looks good. And while I continue to call you uncooperative, some of it is your mommy's fault :-( Too much of my weight is carried in my belly, which I would like to optimistically say is adding an extra protective layer to you, but in reality is making the ultrasound a little more difficult. So the combination of you NOT moving at all and mom's tummy do NOT make for a good combination!!!
The good news, you now weigh 1 pound 14 ounces! And judging by what we saw on the screen yesterday...you have daddy's ROUND head and mommy's long, skinny feet! Seriously, you have a very, very round head and face and very, very long skinny feet! You are in the 60% percentile for growth. So you're doing great!
On the gender front, we didn't want to know at first, we were really hoping for a surprise, but we caved at that first ultrasound. And we honestly o.k. with not knowing what you were after that, but we caved again at the second ultrasound. So the ultrasound tech at the hospital said, "if I had to guess, I'd say it was a boy." Then proceeded to point out what would be your boy parts, but let out the disclaimer that it could be your umbilical cord. Yesterday the ultrasound tech at the doctor's office said "if I had to guess, I'd say it was a girl." Daddy and I laughed and told her about the hospital ultrasound and she and the intern proceeded to look quite closely at what could be your umbilical cord but maybe not. However, yesterday they were both sticking with girl! So...mommy and daddy have come to terms with our orginal decision and your assistance helping us stick with it :) We both just want you to be healthy. However, your little cousin Zachary is convinced that the baby in my belly is a girl and your name will be Elizabeth (because apparently he knows a beautiful girl named Elizabeth!).
On the home front...we're almost back home! We are coming close and just have lots of little odds and ends to finish up. We had so much help from some wonderful friends with painting. Jon, Blair, Alisa and Ninny came and wrapped the painting up in one day :) And grammy and grampy have been there an ENDLESS number of hours helping paint, clean, hang trim and light fixtures and keeping daddy calm :) And Ryan gave us a beautiful driveway! And of course Aunt MacKenzee prepared a great lunch for us (her food is always yummy). We're hoping to be back in this weekend, we are focusing on getting the living room and our bedroom complete then we can get back in and finish up your room! Next week when grandma Mayhew comes home we're going to get your crib!!!! I'll be sure to post pictures on your blog for everyone to see...it's just been hard getting pictures up since I don't have my laptop and camera accessories!
Take care my little wild one (cause you are quite the mover and shaker when you and I are alone and no one wants to feel you kick or take your picture)...and hopefully, we'll get to see you better next week!
So we're off to the "Big House." First don't get excited because I didn't get you tickets to see the U of M football team play in Ann Arbor. Second, don't get scared cause I'm not taking you on a tour of the jail :) We're headed to St. John's Hospital in Detroit for yet ANOTHER ultrasound.
Yup...third time wasn't a charm. Apparently the first two times there were 5 things the ultrasound techs couldn't measure (brain and heart stuff). Yesterday, at least we got measurements and were able to see important parts of your brain. And we were able to see your heart, just not the four chambers. SO...on we go to the biggest, newest, baddest machines the St. John Health System has to offer.
JoJean said yesterday that there is nothing to worry about, your heartbeat is strong, everything else looks good. And while I continue to call you uncooperative, some of it is your mommy's fault :-( Too much of my weight is carried in my belly, which I would like to optimistically say is adding an extra protective layer to you, but in reality is making the ultrasound a little more difficult. So the combination of you NOT moving at all and mom's tummy do NOT make for a good combination!!!
The good news, you now weigh 1 pound 14 ounces! And judging by what we saw on the screen yesterday...you have daddy's ROUND head and mommy's long, skinny feet! Seriously, you have a very, very round head and face and very, very long skinny feet! You are in the 60% percentile for growth. So you're doing great!
On the gender front, we didn't want to know at first, we were really hoping for a surprise, but we caved at that first ultrasound. And we honestly o.k. with not knowing what you were after that, but we caved again at the second ultrasound. So the ultrasound tech at the hospital said, "if I had to guess, I'd say it was a boy." Then proceeded to point out what would be your boy parts, but let out the disclaimer that it could be your umbilical cord. Yesterday the ultrasound tech at the doctor's office said "if I had to guess, I'd say it was a girl." Daddy and I laughed and told her about the hospital ultrasound and she and the intern proceeded to look quite closely at what could be your umbilical cord but maybe not. However, yesterday they were both sticking with girl! So...mommy and daddy have come to terms with our orginal decision and your assistance helping us stick with it :) We both just want you to be healthy. However, your little cousin Zachary is convinced that the baby in my belly is a girl and your name will be Elizabeth (because apparently he knows a beautiful girl named Elizabeth!).
On the home front...we're almost back home! We are coming close and just have lots of little odds and ends to finish up. We had so much help from some wonderful friends with painting. Jon, Blair, Alisa and Ninny came and wrapped the painting up in one day :) And grammy and grampy have been there an ENDLESS number of hours helping paint, clean, hang trim and light fixtures and keeping daddy calm :) And Ryan gave us a beautiful driveway! And of course Aunt MacKenzee prepared a great lunch for us (her food is always yummy). We're hoping to be back in this weekend, we are focusing on getting the living room and our bedroom complete then we can get back in and finish up your room! Next week when grandma Mayhew comes home we're going to get your crib!!!! I'll be sure to post pictures on your blog for everyone to see...it's just been hard getting pictures up since I don't have my laptop and camera accessories!
Take care my little wild one (cause you are quite the mover and shaker when you and I are alone and no one wants to feel you kick or take your picture)...and hopefully, we'll get to see you better next week!
Thursday, July 23, 2009
3rd Ultrasound Should be the ONE!
Dear Peanut...
We had another ultrasound last week at the hospital with the big, new machine...and well GUESS WHAT?!?! I'm sure you already know. We found out almost everything. But after our doctor's visit yesterday we discovered we need yet another ultrasound.
I understand keeping your privates underwraps...but seriously, your heart?!?! What gives baby? So in three weeks we're going to try again, two measurements are missing. And the only one I can remember at this moment is the fact that they can not get you in a position to see all the chambers of your heart. JoJean said she is not worried at this point because everything else looks good and you have a strong heartbeat, but we still need to check! At least this time I don't have to drink so much water.
And we caved at the hospital and decided to find out what you were...well the ultrasound tech said "well this could mean it's a boy, or it could just be it's umbilical cord." So thank you for keeping it a surprise. Daddy's convinced you're a boy, but I'm not so sure about that. Plus three different people have told me they were told they were having a boy and turned out to be a girl....
Another thing we need to talk about...I enjoy your kicking most days, it's a reassuring feeling. But I do not think it's appropriate for you to kick when the heart monitor is on my stomach :) Yesterday at the doctor's office every time JoJean tried to put the dopler on my stomach to hear your heartbeat you'd kick it away! Now I think you're just being difficult :)
So, I'm not ashamed to begin bargaining with you...this week your daddy and I began registering for your shower. Well, your daddy went a little crazy in the toy area and registered for every LOUD, flashy, toy there was. If we get any of these items...you can only play with them if the next ultrasound goes well. If it doesn't, I'm returning them and using the money to buy diapers! But I somehow have a feeling this is about where your mother begins to learn that she's really not in charge anymore.
On a different note, the house is coming along SLOWLY...hopefully we can paint this weekend, keep your fingers crossed on that one!
Rest well my little one...we'll be seeing your pretty little face in 3 weeks!
Love you
We had another ultrasound last week at the hospital with the big, new machine...and well GUESS WHAT?!?! I'm sure you already know. We found out almost everything. But after our doctor's visit yesterday we discovered we need yet another ultrasound.
I understand keeping your privates underwraps...but seriously, your heart?!?! What gives baby? So in three weeks we're going to try again, two measurements are missing. And the only one I can remember at this moment is the fact that they can not get you in a position to see all the chambers of your heart. JoJean said she is not worried at this point because everything else looks good and you have a strong heartbeat, but we still need to check! At least this time I don't have to drink so much water.
And we caved at the hospital and decided to find out what you were...well the ultrasound tech said "well this could mean it's a boy, or it could just be it's umbilical cord." So thank you for keeping it a surprise. Daddy's convinced you're a boy, but I'm not so sure about that. Plus three different people have told me they were told they were having a boy and turned out to be a girl....
Another thing we need to talk about...I enjoy your kicking most days, it's a reassuring feeling. But I do not think it's appropriate for you to kick when the heart monitor is on my stomach :) Yesterday at the doctor's office every time JoJean tried to put the dopler on my stomach to hear your heartbeat you'd kick it away! Now I think you're just being difficult :)
So, I'm not ashamed to begin bargaining with you...this week your daddy and I began registering for your shower. Well, your daddy went a little crazy in the toy area and registered for every LOUD, flashy, toy there was. If we get any of these items...you can only play with them if the next ultrasound goes well. If it doesn't, I'm returning them and using the money to buy diapers! But I somehow have a feeling this is about where your mother begins to learn that she's really not in charge anymore.
On a different note, the house is coming along SLOWLY...hopefully we can paint this weekend, keep your fingers crossed on that one!
Rest well my little one...we'll be seeing your pretty little face in 3 weeks!
Love you
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Knock, knock...or kick, kick
On Monday night, daddy and I were at the house doing a few things before heading to Lexington and daddy was banging on a wall that needed to come down and I felt this funny feeling. Then it stopped, then daddy started banging again and the funny feeling came back. Then daddy came into the living room to help me with something and I told him, "I think I felt the baby kick." He stood up quickly and said "WHAT?!?!" And at that moment...another kick :)
It's reassuring to feel the tiny kicks. I appreciate you letting me know you're in there. It's especially nice to feel when your daddy is talking or signing to you or when I'm sitting in my quiet office.
Now...daddy just can't wait till he can feel too :)
It's reassuring to feel the tiny kicks. I appreciate you letting me know you're in there. It's especially nice to feel when your daddy is talking or signing to you or when I'm sitting in my quiet office.
Now...daddy just can't wait till he can feel too :)
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Oh sweet, beautiful, uncooperative child...
Yup, I'm talking to you! Uncooperative! When I meant we were excited to see your smiling face, I didn't mean for you to not show off anything else :)
Today was our "official" ultrasound where they make sure you're growing properly, that your heart is good, that blood is flowing through your body, take measurements, check placenta position and aminotic fluid level...and most times can tell what the sex is. Well my sweet child...thank you for at least allowing them to measure your head, spine and stomach. And that's it!!!!!!! And when she, let the student take over to just do pictures for your daddy and I to have, all we could get was your sweet (and I'm sure I saw a smirk on your face) face. Could barely get a picture of your foot!!!!
So we're off to the hospital where there is a better machine that will hopefully be able to take all of the measurements needed.
Here's what we did find out:
1. Placenta is positioned where it should be. GOOD!
2. Aminotic fluid level is good! Wonderful!
3. You are measuring at 19 weeks and 1 day...according to first ultrasound you should be 19 weeks and 2 days! Beautiful!
4. You weigh 11 ounces! Holy cow!
5. You do have two legs, two feet, two arms (although because of how you were laying and the fact that you decided to be lazy today, it was difficult to find the other one!). That's what we were hoping for!
6. Your heart beat is 156. Running the same and in a normal range!
Here's what we would have liked to know:
1. If all of the chambers of your heart have formed and there are no abnormalities or problems. Kid...your heart is important, we'd like to know this information.
2. Your brain. Apparently there was something about your brain we were suppose to find out today. Again this is important honey!
3. Crown to rump measurement...really I just want to know if you're getting any of Grandpa Mayhew's height :)
4. Sex...well maybe not really, but I wouldn't be opposed to you ruining this surprise :)
5. Blood flow from your umbilical cord to certain organs....again very important!
Here's the game plan:
In two weeks, July 15, your mother will be forced to drink all that liquid again in 1 hour (mind you, you will be bigger then, so it might be more difficult to hold it in!) and we'll go to River District Hospital where they have machines even little babies can't fool!!! Hahaha...your mother always wins ;-) Just kidding, the ultrasound machine at the hospital is newer and better than the machine at the doctor's office. You'll also be two weeks bigger so it should be more helpful in finding parts!
We also found out...We do not have to go back to the doctor for 3 weeks because my blood pressure is doing good. Today was a little high, but lots of movement and excitment before we took it. I gained 5 pounds...normally a good thing, but since you and your accompanyments only weigh just over a 1 pound, not so good. I am only suppose to gain 10 through the whole pregnancy. Overall though, not too much to worry about because I'm only 2 pounds over where I started when I first went to the doctor. And possibly the best news....NO GESTATIONAL DIABETES! Yet I should say :0 We were tested early because of a family history (grammy had it with all 5 of her kids). But my sugar level was 127 at 140 they worry, JoJean said it looked good. We will test again at 28 weeks, which is around when they usually test, just to be sure, but for now, we're good.
That's about all from the doctor's appointment today.
Your daddy is hard at work taking down walls as I type. He's been going at it for two hours so far. We've made it through three rooms and into the bathroom! I'm headed to Lexington now while daddy finishes up here. Tomorrow we're doing a walk through with Chris to talk about what exactly we want the house to look like. I'm very excited...although not too thrilled about making final decisions about paint colors (sometimes choices are hard!).
Well hope you're resting well in that warm little home of yours. I realized last week when I was at the dentist that when I go back in 6 months I'll have pictures of you to show off! I also realized that next week, we'll be 1/2 way through this.
Love you bunches, and I understand that it will be funny sometimes to give mommy and daddy a hard time...but if you could at least cooperate at the next ultrasound I would appreciate it. We want to make sure all your parts are functioning properly!!!
xoxo,
mommy :)
Today was our "official" ultrasound where they make sure you're growing properly, that your heart is good, that blood is flowing through your body, take measurements, check placenta position and aminotic fluid level...and most times can tell what the sex is. Well my sweet child...thank you for at least allowing them to measure your head, spine and stomach. And that's it!!!!!!! And when she, let the student take over to just do pictures for your daddy and I to have, all we could get was your sweet (and I'm sure I saw a smirk on your face) face. Could barely get a picture of your foot!!!!
So we're off to the hospital where there is a better machine that will hopefully be able to take all of the measurements needed.
Here's what we did find out:
1. Placenta is positioned where it should be. GOOD!
2. Aminotic fluid level is good! Wonderful!
3. You are measuring at 19 weeks and 1 day...according to first ultrasound you should be 19 weeks and 2 days! Beautiful!
4. You weigh 11 ounces! Holy cow!
5. You do have two legs, two feet, two arms (although because of how you were laying and the fact that you decided to be lazy today, it was difficult to find the other one!). That's what we were hoping for!
6. Your heart beat is 156. Running the same and in a normal range!
Here's what we would have liked to know:
1. If all of the chambers of your heart have formed and there are no abnormalities or problems. Kid...your heart is important, we'd like to know this information.
2. Your brain. Apparently there was something about your brain we were suppose to find out today. Again this is important honey!
3. Crown to rump measurement...really I just want to know if you're getting any of Grandpa Mayhew's height :)
4. Sex...well maybe not really, but I wouldn't be opposed to you ruining this surprise :)
5. Blood flow from your umbilical cord to certain organs....again very important!
Here's the game plan:
In two weeks, July 15, your mother will be forced to drink all that liquid again in 1 hour (mind you, you will be bigger then, so it might be more difficult to hold it in!) and we'll go to River District Hospital where they have machines even little babies can't fool!!! Hahaha...your mother always wins ;-) Just kidding, the ultrasound machine at the hospital is newer and better than the machine at the doctor's office. You'll also be two weeks bigger so it should be more helpful in finding parts!
We also found out...We do not have to go back to the doctor for 3 weeks because my blood pressure is doing good. Today was a little high, but lots of movement and excitment before we took it. I gained 5 pounds...normally a good thing, but since you and your accompanyments only weigh just over a 1 pound, not so good. I am only suppose to gain 10 through the whole pregnancy. Overall though, not too much to worry about because I'm only 2 pounds over where I started when I first went to the doctor. And possibly the best news....NO GESTATIONAL DIABETES! Yet I should say :0 We were tested early because of a family history (grammy had it with all 5 of her kids). But my sugar level was 127 at 140 they worry, JoJean said it looked good. We will test again at 28 weeks, which is around when they usually test, just to be sure, but for now, we're good.
That's about all from the doctor's appointment today.
Your daddy is hard at work taking down walls as I type. He's been going at it for two hours so far. We've made it through three rooms and into the bathroom! I'm headed to Lexington now while daddy finishes up here. Tomorrow we're doing a walk through with Chris to talk about what exactly we want the house to look like. I'm very excited...although not too thrilled about making final decisions about paint colors (sometimes choices are hard!).
Well hope you're resting well in that warm little home of yours. I realized last week when I was at the dentist that when I go back in 6 months I'll have pictures of you to show off! I also realized that next week, we'll be 1/2 way through this.
Love you bunches, and I understand that it will be funny sometimes to give mommy and daddy a hard time...but if you could at least cooperate at the next ultrasound I would appreciate it. We want to make sure all your parts are functioning properly!!!
xoxo,
mommy :)
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