My 36 wk visit was rescheduled this morning to today. Boy was I glad Chris was working from home today (and was willing and able to keep Hadley).
A lot has been going on, so here's the quick list update:
1) Bladder infection ended up being Group B Strep. Will have IV antibiotics during delivery to increase the chances that Madeline doesn't get it.
2) I think I have one, if not two, small hernias from all the pressure of the baby. They don't hurt, so no concern. We'll see if they go away after delivery.
3) Got the flu shot today. Wasn't planned, but found out they had the preservative free shot, so I went ahead.
4) Almost 100% sure I won't get the H1N1 vaccine, nor will Madeline or Hadley. We think we've already been exposed to it when Chris had it a month ago.
And for the details you may be waiting on!!!
I'm 1.5 cm and 70% effaced! Woohoo! This is just slightly more than with Hadley. Madeline's heartbeat sounded great. Her head is very low. I was glad to hear she's in position (although I do know she could move).
There's no reason to think I'll come early or late. Just glad Madeline's doing well and my body is doing what it's supposed to!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Friday, August 28, 2009
34.5 weeks
Whew, it's been too long since I posted. A lot has been going on!
In the last few weeks I've had a few mild issues. Apparently, for the first time in my life, I have a bladder infection. I knew I felt sick a few weeks ago... was needing to pee all the time... so I drank less... and then became dehydrated... which caused my blood pressure to get too low. etc.....
Well, my "pee pattern" hasn't changed. I just assumed this was typical pregnancy issues at this stage in the game. I just happened to have applied for new term life insurance and had a health exam. I found out from the health exam that I had a bladder infection which must've been behind all of the issues above! Now I'm on an antibiotic and hoping I will soon get to sleep for longer periods at night :D Come on, I've just got a few weeks of sleep left!
My doctor visits have gone well. I've gained 18 pounds - on the same track as with Hadley. I do need to eat and drink a little more. I'm not intentionally not eating and drinking enough. I think I just need even more nourishment that I did with Hadley because I now have Hadley to chase around!
Madeline's heartbeat has sounded good at every visit. I'm measuring right on target. My next visit, @ 36 weeks, the doctor will "check" me!! I wonder if I'll be dilated or effaced?? I bet something will have happened. I can definitely feel some changes and contractions. At 36 weeks with Hadley I was 1 cm and 70% effaced (I think).
Speaking of, one of my best friend's who is due 2 weeks ahead of me, found out she's a tight 3cm and mostly effaced. The doc told her to pack her bags!! That made me feel even more pressure to get our to-do list done!!
Madeline, we'll meet you soon!! Keep growing!
In the last few weeks I've had a few mild issues. Apparently, for the first time in my life, I have a bladder infection. I knew I felt sick a few weeks ago... was needing to pee all the time... so I drank less... and then became dehydrated... which caused my blood pressure to get too low. etc.....
Well, my "pee pattern" hasn't changed. I just assumed this was typical pregnancy issues at this stage in the game. I just happened to have applied for new term life insurance and had a health exam. I found out from the health exam that I had a bladder infection which must've been behind all of the issues above! Now I'm on an antibiotic and hoping I will soon get to sleep for longer periods at night :D Come on, I've just got a few weeks of sleep left!
My doctor visits have gone well. I've gained 18 pounds - on the same track as with Hadley. I do need to eat and drink a little more. I'm not intentionally not eating and drinking enough. I think I just need even more nourishment that I did with Hadley because I now have Hadley to chase around!
Madeline's heartbeat has sounded good at every visit. I'm measuring right on target. My next visit, @ 36 weeks, the doctor will "check" me!! I wonder if I'll be dilated or effaced?? I bet something will have happened. I can definitely feel some changes and contractions. At 36 weeks with Hadley I was 1 cm and 70% effaced (I think).
Speaking of, one of my best friend's who is due 2 weeks ahead of me, found out she's a tight 3cm and mostly effaced. The doc told her to pack her bags!! That made me feel even more pressure to get our to-do list done!!
Madeline, we'll meet you soon!! Keep growing!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Almost 31 weeks
It's been quite a week! Started off with a small stomach bug, not drinking enough water, becoming dehydrated which caused my blood pressure to get too low. All that made me feel nauseous, so I didn't feel like eating. Not eating is not good when you should be eating for 2! I was weak for a few days, but have now gotten everything balanced back out. I am back to my normal 2nd pregnancy self - big belly, tiring somewhat quickly, and not sleeping well. Madeline moves so much and is so strong. I love feeling her move, although I have to admit, she's strong! Some of the kicks and pushes are uncomfortable. Madeline's most active time is between 10 and 11... my bedtime is 9:30. That should read - "My bedtime USED TO BE 9:30". Fortunately I've been able to get a nap in most days to make up for going to sleep late or not sleeping well.
At my 30 week visit this past Tuesday, Madeline measured right on target. Her heartbeat was good too. It seems like God is blessing us with another healthy girl! Chris and I were discussing her size. We're curious if she will be Hadley's size, bigger, or smaller? Of course I want her to be health most of all, but I hope she's not too much bigger for delivery purposes :D
Just over 9 weeks left. I'm getting more and more anxious to meet Madeline and hold her. Hadley has a certain level of understanding about the baby. An 18 month old's understanding. She'll rub my belly and say "Madeline". Sometimes she'll even kiss my belly! Tonight I showed Hadley a picture of herself around 4 months old. She pointed at it and said, "Madeline!" Chris and I both laughed and thought - well, they could look alike :D
At my 30 week visit this past Tuesday, Madeline measured right on target. Her heartbeat was good too. It seems like God is blessing us with another healthy girl! Chris and I were discussing her size. We're curious if she will be Hadley's size, bigger, or smaller? Of course I want her to be health most of all, but I hope she's not too much bigger for delivery purposes :D
Just over 9 weeks left. I'm getting more and more anxious to meet Madeline and hold her. Hadley has a certain level of understanding about the baby. An 18 month old's understanding. She'll rub my belly and say "Madeline". Sometimes she'll even kiss my belly! Tonight I showed Hadley a picture of herself around 4 months old. She pointed at it and said, "Madeline!" Chris and I both laughed and thought - well, they could look alike :D
Thursday, July 16, 2009
28 weeks + / A Name?
Week 28 has snuck up on me! It didn't hit me how close I am to my labor day until I thought, 28 weeks along means 12 weeks left!
My dr. appt was this week. I got the rhogam shot. My weight went up another 2 or so pounds, so I'm tracking right inline with my weight gain for Hadley. You wouldn't know it from the looks of my belly! My blood pressure and the baby's heartbeat were both good. From now until 36 weeks I will go to the doc's every 2 weeks!
My cold has finally left me - today. It was rough!
This little girl moves all the time! She is so strong too. Next time you see me, just watch my belly. She'll put on a show and you'll be able to see it!
I'm still carrying very low. I think carrying low, the summer heat, having a cold, and not resting well are all reasons that I have no stamina. That embarrasses me. But, oh well.
I was waiting to let Chris post the name announcement, but the wait is over! He's had plenty of time. Thanks to Hadley, we have decided on a name (but reserve the right to change it if we want). The winner is:
Madeline Kate Gundersen
I was playing with Hadley and asked if she could say Madeline (yes, I asked her if she could say other names too). She actually said it very well and then pointed to my belly! So, the decision was made.
Approximately 11 weeks or less until I get to meet my newest baby girl! I am so excited!
My dr. appt was this week. I got the rhogam shot. My weight went up another 2 or so pounds, so I'm tracking right inline with my weight gain for Hadley. You wouldn't know it from the looks of my belly! My blood pressure and the baby's heartbeat were both good. From now until 36 weeks I will go to the doc's every 2 weeks!
My cold has finally left me - today. It was rough!
This little girl moves all the time! She is so strong too. Next time you see me, just watch my belly. She'll put on a show and you'll be able to see it!
I'm still carrying very low. I think carrying low, the summer heat, having a cold, and not resting well are all reasons that I have no stamina. That embarrasses me. But, oh well.
I was waiting to let Chris post the name announcement, but the wait is over! He's had plenty of time. Thanks to Hadley, we have decided on a name (but reserve the right to change it if we want). The winner is:
Madeline Kate Gundersen
I was playing with Hadley and asked if she could say Madeline (yes, I asked her if she could say other names too). She actually said it very well and then pointed to my belly! So, the decision was made.
Approximately 11 weeks or less until I get to meet my newest baby girl! I am so excited!
Saturday, July 4, 2009
26.5 weeks - General Thoughts
Today I've been reading some birth stories online. I read so many birth stories before Hadley was born. Learning about all of these experiences did help me prepare for Hadley's birth. My recollection of Hadley's birth has yet to fade, and I hope it never does. However, reading a story today did remind me of something about her birth that I hadn't noticed. This story ended with the comment, "There's nothing sweeter than the smell of a newborn baby." It hit me then that I didn't smell Hadley as a newborn. I had a pretty rough cold the week she was born and couldn't smell anything (interestingly enough, I am recovering from a bad summer cold as I type this). Maybe when this baby is born, I will get to experience the newborn smell!
Today, while lying on the floor with Hadley, the baby moved. Yeah, I know, big deal. Well, she moved below my belly button and pushed off of my back. I could see her whole body outline on my stomach! Not arms and legs, but I could wrap my hands around her! It was so crazy!
Today, while lying on the floor with Hadley, the baby moved. Yeah, I know, big deal. Well, she moved below my belly button and pushed off of my back. I could see her whole body outline on my stomach! Not arms and legs, but I could wrap my hands around her! It was so crazy!
Monday, June 22, 2009
25 Weeks
Last Thursday was my 24 week doctor's appointment. I drank the juice for the gestational diabetes test, as well as had blood drawn for a few other tests. I got the call today that everything came back fine! Woohoo!
I was measuring 22.5 centimeters, normal but on the small side (no surprise there). We also heard her heartbeat!
No name yet :( Sorry!!! We are just as anxious as everyone else to know her name, but she hasn't told us yet!
I was measuring 22.5 centimeters, normal but on the small side (no surprise there). We also heard her heartbeat!
No name yet :( Sorry!!! We are just as anxious as everyone else to know her name, but she hasn't told us yet!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Way Behind - 24.5 weeks
I'm way overdue for a post here! Over the past 3 weeks we've been busy getting ready for a kitchen remodel and family vacation. The vacation was a blast! We're smack in the middle of the kitchen remodel. Hadley and I left the house for part of the day today because some painting was being done. I don't want to bother this little growing girl with paint fumes.
For all who are interested, we still haven't picked out a name! I feel bad because we picked Hadley's name out by 21.5 weeks... We like Madeline Kate and Kendall (not sure on the middle name). I feel like this baby has a name already, we just have to figure out what it is. How funny would it be if we get to delivery without a name?! Maybe "funny" isn't the correct word here.
Swimming while pregnant was interested. I use the term "swimming" loosely. Holding Hadley in the water is more accurate. I did feel much lighter until I tried to swim. At that point my balance was a little off. Getting out of the pool was just weird. It was like all of the weight hit my legs at once. I had to take that part more slowly than usual.
All seems well. Baby G #2 is moving plenty. If I wake up at night and she starts moving, it keeps me awake for a bit. Chris and I are both getting very excited to meet and hold her! Less than 16 weeks!
More updates after my next appointment on Thursday.
For all who are interested, we still haven't picked out a name! I feel bad because we picked Hadley's name out by 21.5 weeks... We like Madeline Kate and Kendall (not sure on the middle name). I feel like this baby has a name already, we just have to figure out what it is. How funny would it be if we get to delivery without a name?! Maybe "funny" isn't the correct word here.
Swimming while pregnant was interested. I use the term "swimming" loosely. Holding Hadley in the water is more accurate. I did feel much lighter until I tried to swim. At that point my balance was a little off. Getting out of the pool was just weird. It was like all of the weight hit my legs at once. I had to take that part more slowly than usual.
All seems well. Baby G #2 is moving plenty. If I wake up at night and she starts moving, it keeps me awake for a bit. Chris and I are both getting very excited to meet and hold her! Less than 16 weeks!
More updates after my next appointment on Thursday.
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