It's been a few weeks and unfortunately I don't have any pictures to share right now.
Christina is in the throws of another bout of RSV and is having a hard time with chest congestion. She can't seem to get any sleep; coughs keep waking her up. So of course, there are two exhausted parents to go along with it.
In a recent appointment at the Dr's office, I put her on the exam table and let her just play...at which time she promptly rolled over from belly to back. It was the first time! I couldn't believe it. Of all places. Since then I haven't been able to get her to do it again, but we are constantly putting her on her tummy to see if she'll repeat the feat.
We are diligently getting ready for Christmas and have finished most of our shopping. I feel a little funny buying and wrapping her gifts knowing that either I or Ruel will be opening it, but I can't help it, I think it's all part of the Christmas magic.
I am looking forward to the holiday break and am thankful that Ruel is getting Christmas Eve and Christmas day off to spend with us for her first Christmas.
I wish the weather was a little cooler, but the forecast says some relief is around the corner.
That's all for now. I'll try to post pictures next week.
Kaycee
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
4 months old, Thanksgiving and Meeting Aunt Florence
Whew, I've been away for a while and the stories have piled up. I'll try to catch them all.
On Saturday, November 21, Christina turned 4 months old. The following Monday we had our 4 month well baby check-up and shots. She's 13lbs 4oz and in the 50th percentile for height and weight and 25th percentile for head size. I was going to take a picture of her pediatrician, but after the shots, I forgot. Dr. said she looked great and we could begin solid foods, which we'd done about 2 weeks earlier with cereal. She's loving it!
Thanksgiving was spent with my mom and dad since Ruel had to work (he worked Thanksgiving to get Christmas Eve and Christmas day off, a good deal I thought). Even though it was just three adults and Christina, mom and dad still pulled out all the stops and we had Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Caserole, Sweet Potatoes, Rolls, Cranberry Sauce and Pears with Cheese. We definitely stuffed ourselves and of course Ruel was the recipient of some fine leftovers!
I have a picture of Christina in her Thanksgiving outfit, but I will have to post tomorrow, since Mom took the picture and it's on her camera.
Yesterday (Saturday) we went to Walt Disney World with Ruel's sister Florence and her boyfriend Michael. It was the first time Florence had met her niece. Christina is the first granddaughter for Ruel's parents and Florence was the only girl out of 4, so she was glad to have another girl on the Manuel Team! We had a wonderful day park hopping and Christina was so good despite being carted around and it being a little nippy (around 65 degrees for a high). Oh yeah, and Christina held the bottle by herself for the first time yesterday while we were sitting in Frontier Land at the Magic Kingdom.
Today we started on what I would call "real" food. Her first food: Pears. She loves them! It's so exciting to see her grow and change. We did pears for breakfast and dinner. So far so good, no breakouts that we can tell. We'll continue for three days to make sure there is no allergy before moving onto another fruit or veggie.
We are so blessed with friends and family. It has been a wonderful 4 months despite all the learning we've done in being first-time parents. We look forward to each of the firsts that are still to come.
With the holiday season approaching there are many joys in store. Next weekend Ruel and I are going with my mom and dad to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra. If you've never heard of them, Google them and take a listen, you'll recognize them.
Ruel is still working some interviews for an IT job in the medical field. We keep praying and know that an opportunity will come through, when the time is right.
That's all for now, I'll try to post more regularly in the future!
Kaycee
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Christina's first trip to Walt Disney World
On November 7th, we went for our annual trip to Epcot for the food and wine festival. This is something we look forward to each year. I was worried about taking Christina out on such a long trip, but she did wonderfully.
We move around World Showcase from the right to left and enjoy foods and drinks from around the world.
My dad always loves to stop and look at the hobby trains near Germany. So we took the opportunity to get a photo of Christina and her Grandpa enjoying the train display.
And no post would be complete without a picture of Christina and my mom (Grandma), even though it's obvious that Christina wasn't into a photo op at the time.
In other news, Ruel is working really hard to help his parents come over from the Philippines. There are so many details, but we take them one at a time and work through it. We are hoping they will be able to come over sometime next year around summer. It will be great for Christina to finally meet her Grandma and Grandpa Manuel.
That's all for this week. Christina is thriving and about 3 1/2 months old. She'll be 4 months (oh my goodness!) on November 21.
Kaycee
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Where did October go?
I can't believe it's October 27th already!!
We have had our 3 month (or as I said, our quarter year) birthday, taken our first road trip and continue to have so many new moments. The biggest event of course, was our road trip to VA. Fourteen hours each way and we did it in 5 days. Christina did amazinginly well. We made several stops along the way, but for being confined in a seat, facing backward for such a long time, she was a doll!
It was wonderful to see the Sandridge family. Christina got to meet cousins, 2nd cousins, aunts and uncles, great aunts and uncles and most importantly, she got to meet her Great Grandparents.
Christina and her cousin Levi. Christina is 3 months and Levi is 6 months!
It was cold up there! Even the locals mentioned it was a little unseasonable.
We traveled to Carter Mountain which is a pick-your-own orchard. It was very busy, but we took time to sample the apples (and the wine) and walk among the trees. Ruel and I discovered how difficult it was to manuever a full sized stroller among the apple tree rows on a mountain top. Christina didn't really like the cold, but we tried to keep her bundled up.
Saturday, a friend, Kellee and I are going to Winter Park for a Fall Family Festival and then Christina and I will sit out on the front porch to greet the many trick-or-treaters.
Happy Halloween Everyone!
Kaycee
We have had our 3 month (or as I said, our quarter year) birthday, taken our first road trip and continue to have so many new moments. The biggest event of course, was our road trip to VA. Fourteen hours each way and we did it in 5 days. Christina did amazinginly well. We made several stops along the way, but for being confined in a seat, facing backward for such a long time, she was a doll!
It was wonderful to see the Sandridge family. Christina got to meet cousins, 2nd cousins, aunts and uncles, great aunts and uncles and most importantly, she got to meet her Great Grandparents.
Christina and her cousin Levi. Christina is 3 months and Levi is 6 months!
It was cold up there! Even the locals mentioned it was a little unseasonable.
We traveled to Carter Mountain which is a pick-your-own orchard. It was very busy, but we took time to sample the apples (and the wine) and walk among the trees. Ruel and I discovered how difficult it was to manuever a full sized stroller among the apple tree rows on a mountain top. Christina didn't really like the cold, but we tried to keep her bundled up.
Saturday, a friend, Kellee and I are going to Winter Park for a Fall Family Festival and then Christina and I will sit out on the front porch to greet the many trick-or-treaters.
Happy Halloween Everyone!
Kaycee
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
I thought October was COOL?!?
It was 94 degrees today with a heat index of 102. It's October 7th, when do we get some relief?!?
As promised, here are some pictures of her day care.
Miss Lizette has primary care of Christina throughout the week. She is a very nice lady and Christina loves her.
Last weekend we had the opportunity to visit our friends Jen and Greg while Ruel worked on Saturday. Jen was having a fall open house for her Premier Jewelry. I just love that stuff and am having my own Bunco and catalog party at her house in November. Come one, come all!
I'm getting the impression that Christina really does like men. She was as good as gold for almost 3 hours while we were at the Norton household and I think a lot had to do with Greg holding her for the majority of the time. Ruel is already worried about when she'll start dating...
I've been in the offices all week for a face to face program meeting and it has been a real eye-opener as to how hard it is to get yourself and a baby ready in the morning. Monday it took me almost 2 hours! We're learning to prepare as much as possible the night before and get into a routine. Thankfully, my company is very progressive and I'm able to work from home most of the time.
Tuesday, Ruel called while I was at dinner and said, "we reached another milestone!" He was very excited that Christina had reached up and pulled a toy on her activity gym hard enough to make it sing. Yes, dads can be just as cute as the baby!
Today though, has been long. Christina has been fighting a cold for the past several days and her runny nose has progressed to a congested chest. The daycare finally called today and recommended we get her to the pediatrician. Diagnosis: ear infection. Ugh! So, Christina is now on Amoxicillan and I'm learning the hard way that the pink stuff goes everywhere!
One last picture of my mom (grandma) and Christina in the rocking chair.
That's all for this week, more next week.
As promised, here are some pictures of her day care.
Miss Lizette has primary care of Christina throughout the week. She is a very nice lady and Christina loves her.
Last weekend we had the opportunity to visit our friends Jen and Greg while Ruel worked on Saturday. Jen was having a fall open house for her Premier Jewelry. I just love that stuff and am having my own Bunco and catalog party at her house in November. Come one, come all!
I'm getting the impression that Christina really does like men. She was as good as gold for almost 3 hours while we were at the Norton household and I think a lot had to do with Greg holding her for the majority of the time. Ruel is already worried about when she'll start dating...
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| From Christina Imee Baby Pictures |
I've been in the offices all week for a face to face program meeting and it has been a real eye-opener as to how hard it is to get yourself and a baby ready in the morning. Monday it took me almost 2 hours! We're learning to prepare as much as possible the night before and get into a routine. Thankfully, my company is very progressive and I'm able to work from home most of the time.
Tuesday, Ruel called while I was at dinner and said, "we reached another milestone!" He was very excited that Christina had reached up and pulled a toy on her activity gym hard enough to make it sing. Yes, dads can be just as cute as the baby!
Today though, has been long. Christina has been fighting a cold for the past several days and her runny nose has progressed to a congested chest. The daycare finally called today and recommended we get her to the pediatrician. Diagnosis: ear infection. Ugh! So, Christina is now on Amoxicillan and I'm learning the hard way that the pink stuff goes everywhere!
One last picture of my mom (grandma) and Christina in the rocking chair.
That's all for this week, more next week.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
10 weeks, time is flying!
First off, I need to be better about taking pictures. Susie, I'm looking to you for inspiration!
Second, yes, I missed last week, sorry! It was my first day back at work and I just couldn't find time to squeeze it in.
Third, no one said anything about my inability to count in the last post! "8 weeks and 1 month"? I, of course, meant 2 months! (I'll fix that)
We've done a lot in two weeks.
On Tuesday, September 22nd Christina started her first day of day care and I went back to work after 9 weeks of leave/vacation. Yes, I cried.
I need to take pictures (will try tomorrow), but Ruel and I really like Christina's day care. It is called "The First School." They've been in business for over twenty years, only take 4 infants at a time, and the owner is there every day -- I'm convinced they are spoiling our daughter. Lori, the owner, e-mails me with little notes on how Christina is doing and how much they enjoy her.
Christina still hasn't rolled over yet, but her doctor says before she is 4 months she'll be rolling like crazy. She sits up very well and we've already put her in the forward facing stroller. She's tiny, but likes to be able to see the world.
Work is like I never left it, but I do feel a renewed sense of purpose. It was nice to be away for a while and come back ready to tackle the days' challenges.
October is going to be so busy! We are going to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival and also taking a road trip to Virginia to see the Sandridge side of the family.
Just one picture this week, but I promise to keep the camera out!
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
8 weeks old today and 2 months on Monday
First, I don't have any pictures to post this week, sorry!
We've had a pretty good week, time just continues to fly by. I'm still working on her sleep schedule, but it's a daily thing. Most of the time she does very well, but we have our slips, most of them mom and dad's fault (ours) because we take her our or disrupt her routine. All in all, she's a good sleeper.
For new mommies or expecting mommies, I tried the Johnson and Johnson bedtime bath on Sunday; got right in the tub with her since she was so fussy. It worked very well and Christina loved it. I highly recommend having this on hand. If your baby doesn't like baths, use often. If he/she does like baths, use on special occasions or when baby is especially cranky.
I've also discovered that I like Pampers diapers much better than Huggies. Huggies don't fit right in the legs and we end up with several outfit changes a day (sometimes that includes mommy or daddy). So for now, we are a Pampers household.
Since I'm full of reviews today, I'll keep going. We have two swings for Christina. One is a take along swing and is more of a recliner. Great for when she's sleepy, but needs motion. The other is a swing that keeps her upright. She loves this when she is awake and alert since it lets her look around (she also likes the mobile on this one). Though our living room is full of toys and items, it gives us resources to help her be happy (and keep mom and dad sane).
Tomorrow night, Ruel and I are going out for our first Mommy and Daddy Date since Christina was bored. I'm excited and anxious. Excited to get away with my hubby for a few hours of baby-free time and anxious that Christina will get fussy with my mom and dad watching her. Guess it's every new parent's fear. We will just have to see.
That's all for this week!
We've had a pretty good week, time just continues to fly by. I'm still working on her sleep schedule, but it's a daily thing. Most of the time she does very well, but we have our slips, most of them mom and dad's fault (ours) because we take her our or disrupt her routine. All in all, she's a good sleeper.
For new mommies or expecting mommies, I tried the Johnson and Johnson bedtime bath on Sunday; got right in the tub with her since she was so fussy. It worked very well and Christina loved it. I highly recommend having this on hand. If your baby doesn't like baths, use often. If he/she does like baths, use on special occasions or when baby is especially cranky.
I've also discovered that I like Pampers diapers much better than Huggies. Huggies don't fit right in the legs and we end up with several outfit changes a day (sometimes that includes mommy or daddy). So for now, we are a Pampers household.
Since I'm full of reviews today, I'll keep going. We have two swings for Christina. One is a take along swing and is more of a recliner. Great for when she's sleepy, but needs motion. The other is a swing that keeps her upright. She loves this when she is awake and alert since it lets her look around (she also likes the mobile on this one). Though our living room is full of toys and items, it gives us resources to help her be happy (and keep mom and dad sane).
Tomorrow night, Ruel and I are going out for our first Mommy and Daddy Date since Christina was bored. I'm excited and anxious. Excited to get away with my hubby for a few hours of baby-free time and anxious that Christina will get fussy with my mom and dad watching her. Guess it's every new parent's fear. We will just have to see.
That's all for this week!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
7 weeks and lots of firsts!
This week had a ton of firsts.
First social smile.
First Gator Game.
First Labor Day and first dip in our little inflatable pool.
In all a wonderful week.
I only have 2 weeks of leave left, and it will be hard to go back to work, but I'll be sure to keep the camera ready and the updates flowing.
Kaycee
First social smile.
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| From Christina Imee Baby Pictures |
First Gator Game.
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| From Christina Imee Baby Pictures |
First Labor Day and first dip in our little inflatable pool.
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| From Christina Imee Baby Pictures |
In all a wonderful week.
I only have 2 weeks of leave left, and it will be hard to go back to work, but I'll be sure to keep the camera ready and the updates flowing.
Kaycee
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Hello September!
I can't believe how time flies. It's September already. Can it be that Christina is 6 weeks old? Had I not saved vacation, today would be my 2nd day back in the office. I can't imagine leaving her yet. I'm sure it won't be any easier in three weeks when I do go back.
We are still working on a routine and I've decided to try to keep a journal of her activities, feedings and naps. Hoping this will help me incorporate more active time as necessary, or build a schedule that we can all get along with. She has some good sleep stretches now. Usually the first time she goes down at night she'll sleep for 4-6 hours at a stretch, then we are back to every 3 hours. For example, last night, she slept from 8 til 1:30, then was up again at 4:00 for another feeding. But, I'm getting used to it and Ruel still takes a feeding or two when he's not working the next day.
I'm learning to cram the day's activities into her naps so that I can say I got something accomplished - - It's still not easy!
Ruel and I are working on the office trying to get it organized so I can scrapbook again. I'm excited, but not sure how to find the time to get it done. Again, I think naps is the time.
Here are some pics for this week!
We are still working on a routine and I've decided to try to keep a journal of her activities, feedings and naps. Hoping this will help me incorporate more active time as necessary, or build a schedule that we can all get along with. She has some good sleep stretches now. Usually the first time she goes down at night she'll sleep for 4-6 hours at a stretch, then we are back to every 3 hours. For example, last night, she slept from 8 til 1:30, then was up again at 4:00 for another feeding. But, I'm getting used to it and Ruel still takes a feeding or two when he's not working the next day.
I'm learning to cram the day's activities into her naps so that I can say I got something accomplished - - It's still not easy!
Ruel and I are working on the office trying to get it organized so I can scrapbook again. I'm excited, but not sure how to find the time to get it done. Again, I think naps is the time.
Here are some pics for this week!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
5 weeks old - lots happened last week
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| From Christina Imee Baby Pictures |
We had a busy week from last Tuesday until today.
Wednesday, August 19th, she had a very fussy afternoon and was not really herself. So Ruel took her temperature and she had a slight fever. Unfortunately, fevers, however slight, newborns are nothing to brush off. We went immediately to the pediatrician who then sent us to Arnold Palmer (again). We had another 24 hour stay. This was really traumatic for all of us. Christina had to have blood drawn, and IV and a Spinal Tap. I hope I don't have to see them do that to my baby again for a long, long time (never again would be just fine with me). We were released, exhausted on Thursday, August 20.
On Friday, Christina celebrated her 1 month birthday. I can't believe a month has flown by. All the things I said I was going to get done on Maternity Leave have not even been started. Hats off to all the single moms and dads who are able to keep things running, I don't know how they do it! My days consist of feeding, playing, and trying to get some laundry done or a meal cooked. In the next few weeks, I want to really work on getting Christina into a schedule. Afterall, I go back to work in late September, so we'll need a schedule sooner or later.
Thanks to Auntie Daphne and Uncle Matt for the swing, we really like it. It's going to take a little longer for Christina to hold her head up though....
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Couldn't resist this picture of her lounging in her nursery...
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Talk to everyone next week!
Kaycee
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
4 weeks old and 1 month old on Friday!
I can't believe that she is 4 weeks old, the time is flying by. I don't even feel like I've been away from the office for that long. Days are filled with diaper changes and sometimes outfit changes, assessing her needs and trying to get some additional sleep. We are still working on some pictures too!
I want to say "Thank you" to everyone who has sent well wishes and gifts. We are truly a blessed family with so many friends and relatives to welcome Christina into the world.
Ruel celebrated his 39th birthday on Saturday, August 15th. Mom and Dad Sandridge marked the occasion by taking us out to Joe's Crab Shack, a popular seafood restaurant that is close by. We forgot how loud the music can be in there.
Christina is blooming with health, for which we are both very grateful (and yes, those lungs work just fine!). For the most part she is good baby with only occasional bouts of temper. We noticed today for the first time that she is starting to track sounds and lights. I'm excited b/c that means we are going to have some fun with toys this Christmas.
Here are some pictures from the last week.
P.S. An early wish for a happy birthday to Pa Manuel whose birthday is on August 20th.
I want to say "Thank you" to everyone who has sent well wishes and gifts. We are truly a blessed family with so many friends and relatives to welcome Christina into the world.
Ruel celebrated his 39th birthday on Saturday, August 15th. Mom and Dad Sandridge marked the occasion by taking us out to Joe's Crab Shack, a popular seafood restaurant that is close by. We forgot how loud the music can be in there.
Christina is blooming with health, for which we are both very grateful (and yes, those lungs work just fine!). For the most part she is good baby with only occasional bouts of temper. We noticed today for the first time that she is starting to track sounds and lights. I'm excited b/c that means we are going to have some fun with toys this Christmas.
Here are some pictures from the last week.
P.S. An early wish for a happy birthday to Pa Manuel whose birthday is on August 20th.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
3 Weeks old and getting bigger
Today, Christina is 3 weeks old and seems to be flourishing.
At her last pediatric appointment she weighed in at 7lbs, 7oz. Dr. said everything looked great.
We had some wonderful visitors today, her Great Aunts Ima Jean and Ann, my mother's sisters. Christina was on her best behavior and charmed them both. I think my mom will have competition when we go over to Melbourne to visit. Everyone loves to hold and cuddle with her since she's so cooperative to being the center of attention.
Nights are still long, but I think she's starting to get the hang of it. Last night she was very good and slept most of the night, but she was up most of yesterday and I'm not seeing that as much today. I'm thinking tonight may not be as productive. We'll have to wake her up a bit, I think.
Saturday is Ruel's 39th birthday and though we don't have big plans, we do hope to get out to dinner for the night. As small as she is, it isn't too difficult yet.
That's all for this week. More to come next week.
Kaycee
At her last pediatric appointment she weighed in at 7lbs, 7oz. Dr. said everything looked great.
We had some wonderful visitors today, her Great Aunts Ima Jean and Ann, my mother's sisters. Christina was on her best behavior and charmed them both. I think my mom will have competition when we go over to Melbourne to visit. Everyone loves to hold and cuddle with her since she's so cooperative to being the center of attention.
Nights are still long, but I think she's starting to get the hang of it. Last night she was very good and slept most of the night, but she was up most of yesterday and I'm not seeing that as much today. I'm thinking tonight may not be as productive. We'll have to wake her up a bit, I think.
Saturday is Ruel's 39th birthday and though we don't have big plans, we do hope to get out to dinner for the night. As small as she is, it isn't too difficult yet.
That's all for this week. More to come next week.
Kaycee
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Christina is Two-weeks old today
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
I can't believe it's been two weeks since she arrived in our world. At once it seems like yesterday and also that she's been with us always. Last night, for the first time she slept during the evening hours, just waking for feedings, it was such a blessing for me.
Ruel continues to be very supportive and is loving being a daddy.
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
Grandma and Grandpa Sandridge are spoiling her like crazy too. They went to Melbourne for the weekend and are already missing her.
Yesterday, I ventured out with her alone. I was a little hesitant, but once we got out, it was fine. She did wonderful and doesn't mind her car seat at all. We went to Target to get more diapers and some accessories.
Last night, our good friends, Jen and Greg Norton came by with a huge, scrumptious tray of lasagna with salad, bread and brownies. It was so nice of them to provide dinner and some adult time. Thanks again Norton Family!
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
Thursday, July 30, 2009
First Stroller ride
I really want to get Christina into the habit of taking walks, so we decided that Monday, July 27th was as good as any day to start.
We put her in the car seat and that into the frame and headed off for a short walk around the block. That's about all mommy could take and plus it's still really hot.
Well, we figured she didn't dislike it, because she snoozed through the whole ride. Apparently the motion is soothing. As the weather improves, we'll continue to take our walks so mommy can get back into shape.
We put her in the car seat and that into the frame and headed off for a short walk around the block. That's about all mommy could take and plus it's still really hot.
Well, we figured she didn't dislike it, because she snoozed through the whole ride. Apparently the motion is soothing. As the weather improves, we'll continue to take our walks so mommy can get back into shape.
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
First Bath
Monday, July 27, 2009
Christina had her first bath on Monday July 27, prior to her pediatrician visit. Ruel gave her this bath and we now have at least one picture of daddy with baby girl. She fussed a little, but loved having her head/hair washed.
Enjoy!
Christina had her first bath on Monday July 27, prior to her pediatrician visit. Ruel gave her this bath and we now have at least one picture of daddy with baby girl. She fussed a little, but loved having her head/hair washed.
Enjoy!
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
I'm One Week Old
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Christina - Today is my one-week birthday, and it's super special. Today, I share my little birthday with Grandpa's big birthday. Even though I'm only a week old today, Grandpa's a whole year older. We went to Grandma and Grandpa's house for dinnr and the adults had pizza and ice cream to celebrate.
I'm still really mixed up with my days and nights, but mom and dad are trying to be patient with me. They've been getting good advice from friends and family and I should be straight soon.
I'm a really good eater (especially at night when I'm up constantly). At the pediatrician's office on Monday, I had almost gotten back to my birth weight (I was 6lbs 10oz at birth and 6lbs 8oz at the Dr. on Monday).
Mom likes to dress me up, but daddy is practical and prefers things that are easy to get on and off for diaper changes.
I've tried tummy time twice and well, I can't move much, so it's not all that exciting.
I'm still getting the hang of things, but I'm sure to have a lot to talk about in the coming weeks, months and years.
I can't wait to meet a bunch of you, but Dr. says that until I'm 6 weeks old, I should stay with mommy and daddy for the most part; something about germs and yucky stuff.
Talk to everyone again soon.
Christina
P.S. My umbilical cord stump fell off today. Mommy and daddy can't believe it. It seems to have happened so fast to them.
A trip to Arnold Palmer Hospital
Friday, July 24
After being discharged on Thursday, July 23, we had a long night at home. She seems to have days and nights mixed up.
On Friday, we had an 11:30 pediatrician appointment. My milk was still coming in and so Christina wasn't getting much food and we were lightly supplementing b/c I really wanted breast feeding to work. At the pediatrician's office the Dr. checked out Christina and then wanted to evaluate her sucking reflex. He gave her a bottle of formula, which she promptly sucked down 2 oz in less than 5 minutes. The Dr. observed a "dusky spell" along with a slight variation in pulses between her upper and lower extremeties. Between these two things, he decided to err on the side of caution and have Christina admitted for the night at Arnold Palmer hospital for babies and children. Needless to say this really upset me. I was 3 days post partum and I was being told that our daughter needed to go back into the hospital. I was a crying mess! We got to the hospital at around 3:30 and the resident doctor evaluated her and observed a feeding session. He said, by all accounts on observation, she seemed fine; I was still crying. They hooked her up to a pulse oximetry machine which is just a probe that is taped to her foot, and scheduled an echocardiogram for the next day. It was the longest 24 hours (longer than the labor). Ruel and I got to stay with her, but we slept on a double size fold out cot that was very uncomfortable. The next day they did the echo for which she was very cooperative thankfully and we waited for results.
Around 2:30 on Saturday afternoon, the nurse came in and said the Dr. review of the echo showed no abnormalities and we were free to go home! I was so relieved. And still exhausted.
Since then, we have gone back to the pediatrician (on Monday) and had an all clear. I told the Dr. "with this good visit mommy is no longer scared of the pediatrician." He laughed, but I was so serious. I told Ruel that I was so dreading going back for fear they would find another reason to send her to the hospital again.
We've had good times since though...
After being discharged on Thursday, July 23, we had a long night at home. She seems to have days and nights mixed up.
On Friday, we had an 11:30 pediatrician appointment. My milk was still coming in and so Christina wasn't getting much food and we were lightly supplementing b/c I really wanted breast feeding to work. At the pediatrician's office the Dr. checked out Christina and then wanted to evaluate her sucking reflex. He gave her a bottle of formula, which she promptly sucked down 2 oz in less than 5 minutes. The Dr. observed a "dusky spell" along with a slight variation in pulses between her upper and lower extremeties. Between these two things, he decided to err on the side of caution and have Christina admitted for the night at Arnold Palmer hospital for babies and children. Needless to say this really upset me. I was 3 days post partum and I was being told that our daughter needed to go back into the hospital. I was a crying mess! We got to the hospital at around 3:30 and the resident doctor evaluated her and observed a feeding session. He said, by all accounts on observation, she seemed fine; I was still crying. They hooked her up to a pulse oximetry machine which is just a probe that is taped to her foot, and scheduled an echocardiogram for the next day. It was the longest 24 hours (longer than the labor). Ruel and I got to stay with her, but we slept on a double size fold out cot that was very uncomfortable. The next day they did the echo for which she was very cooperative thankfully and we waited for results.
Around 2:30 on Saturday afternoon, the nurse came in and said the Dr. review of the echo showed no abnormalities and we were free to go home! I was so relieved. And still exhausted.
Since then, we have gone back to the pediatrician (on Monday) and had an all clear. I told the Dr. "with this good visit mommy is no longer scared of the pediatrician." He laughed, but I was so serious. I told Ruel that I was so dreading going back for fear they would find another reason to send her to the hospital again.
We've had good times since though...
Our Darling Daugher - Birth Story
It's been a LONG time since I posted, so this will be a big post (maybe a few parts).
Let's start with Monday, July 20th.
It was my last night prego (barely). Ruel had to work, so I went down to visit mom and dad. We walked the dogs and I just kept saying that it still didn't seem real that I would be going to the hospital at 3:30 the next morning. We finally went to bed around 10:30. I slept surprisingly well.
Tuesday, July 21st!
The alarm went off at 2:30, we both got ready and before we left did a short video to memorialize our leaving of the house as a two-some for the last time.
We arrived on time (4:00) and got settled and hooked up to the monitors. The nurse asked, "are you feeling those contractions?" I said, I didn't know that's what they felt like. So I was encouraged that my body was already doing what it was supposed to, before the medicine had been administered. Maybe this wouldn't take so long after all!
By 5:25 a.m. the pitocin was started in my IV and was supposed to help me along with labor.
At 10 a.m. I was checked by the Dr (Dr. Merritt!) to see how far I had progressed. 3cm. Not much, but she broke my water anyway. This should help things move along again.
After the water was broke, I whimped out and got my epidural. I was totally scared of this procedure, but it ended up being nothing at all, and it provided such relief! I will definitely do that again, if I have more children. Now, it was 11:00 and a matter of waiting. I was hungry, but couldn't eat anything. So they let me have some juice around 1:00 p.m. (8 hours into labor). This I promptly spit back up. Yuck. Then I got ill again, so they gave me some medicine through the IV to help with the nausea.
The next time I was checked it was 5:00 p.m. Only 5cm dilated. Bummer, but now it was supposed to be 1 cm every hour. Well, we'd been in labor for a while and Christina started to react a little poorly to the contractions. So they started and internal monitor. The staff was really surprised at the strength of my contraction once they were able to better measure them. Several position changes later and Christina was still not doing well, so they called the Dr. back around 9:00. She came back and it was clear that she was ready to do a c-section to get Christina out if necessary. Instead, she checked me again and I was at 8cm. Dr. said I was so close that she wanted to try an amino-infusion to see if it would help Christina and maybe take me to complete. An hour later, I had to call the nurses back, I felt the urge to push! It was at least 10 p.m. by now, maybe a little later. I was exhausted, but this was the main event! Dr. checked again and I was complete.
I started pushing, no lie, it was probably the hardest thing I've ever done.
At 11:31 p.m., Christina Imee Manuel joined the world. I kept waiting for her to cry...it seemed to take forever. Finally I heard tha lusty bellow that let everyone know she was here.
Mom and Ruel were in the delivery room with me, Dad was pacing the halls outside. As soon as possible, Ruel took her out to meet her Grandpa. Everyone was exhausted and ecstatic.
She scored an 8 and 9 on her Apgars. We were finally a family of 3.
I'll detail hospital stay and next days in following posts.
Let's start with Monday, July 20th.
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
It was my last night prego (barely). Ruel had to work, so I went down to visit mom and dad. We walked the dogs and I just kept saying that it still didn't seem real that I would be going to the hospital at 3:30 the next morning. We finally went to bed around 10:30. I slept surprisingly well.
Tuesday, July 21st!
The alarm went off at 2:30, we both got ready and before we left did a short video to memorialize our leaving of the house as a two-some for the last time.
We arrived on time (4:00) and got settled and hooked up to the monitors. The nurse asked, "are you feeling those contractions?" I said, I didn't know that's what they felt like. So I was encouraged that my body was already doing what it was supposed to, before the medicine had been administered. Maybe this wouldn't take so long after all!
By 5:25 a.m. the pitocin was started in my IV and was supposed to help me along with labor.
At 10 a.m. I was checked by the Dr (Dr. Merritt!) to see how far I had progressed. 3cm. Not much, but she broke my water anyway. This should help things move along again.
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
After the water was broke, I whimped out and got my epidural. I was totally scared of this procedure, but it ended up being nothing at all, and it provided such relief! I will definitely do that again, if I have more children. Now, it was 11:00 and a matter of waiting. I was hungry, but couldn't eat anything. So they let me have some juice around 1:00 p.m. (8 hours into labor). This I promptly spit back up. Yuck. Then I got ill again, so they gave me some medicine through the IV to help with the nausea.
The next time I was checked it was 5:00 p.m. Only 5cm dilated. Bummer, but now it was supposed to be 1 cm every hour. Well, we'd been in labor for a while and Christina started to react a little poorly to the contractions. So they started and internal monitor. The staff was really surprised at the strength of my contraction once they were able to better measure them. Several position changes later and Christina was still not doing well, so they called the Dr. back around 9:00. She came back and it was clear that she was ready to do a c-section to get Christina out if necessary. Instead, she checked me again and I was at 8cm. Dr. said I was so close that she wanted to try an amino-infusion to see if it would help Christina and maybe take me to complete. An hour later, I had to call the nurses back, I felt the urge to push! It was at least 10 p.m. by now, maybe a little later. I was exhausted, but this was the main event! Dr. checked again and I was complete.
I started pushing, no lie, it was probably the hardest thing I've ever done.
At 11:31 p.m., Christina Imee Manuel joined the world. I kept waiting for her to cry...it seemed to take forever. Finally I heard tha lusty bellow that let everyone know she was here.
Mom and Ruel were in the delivery room with me, Dad was pacing the halls outside. As soon as possible, Ruel took her out to meet her Grandpa. Everyone was exhausted and ecstatic.
She scored an 8 and 9 on her Apgars. We were finally a family of 3.
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| From Christina Imee Manuel Birth Pictures |
I'll detail hospital stay and next days in following posts.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Sonogram Pictures from June 1st
I'm a little late in posting these, but they are so cute.
I continue to grow bigger, I'm 33 weeks and 3 days today. Christina is very active and I love to feel her move. The nursery continues to come along and we have just a few more things to do getting ready (put on sheets, wash, clothes, install care seat base, etc.)
Ruel has been wonderful, he's upped his role and does a lot of house work as I get more tired and birth approaches (naps are wonderful!).
Enjoy!
I continue to grow bigger, I'm 33 weeks and 3 days today. Christina is very active and I love to feel her move. The nursery continues to come along and we have just a few more things to do getting ready (put on sheets, wash, clothes, install care seat base, etc.)
Ruel has been wonderful, he's upped his role and does a lot of house work as I get more tired and birth approaches (naps are wonderful!).
Enjoy!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Baby Shower!
Saturday, June 6th, Jen Norton and several friends threw me a baby shower. It was a wonderful day! It was great to see everyone and Christina and I received many nice gifts.
We had lots of good food to eat, then played a neat game where everyone was given a paper plate and then had to draw a baby on that plate while holding it on their head! It was very interesting and then I got to judge best bady and funniest baby.
Then it was time to open gifts and the guests played a round of shower bingo.
The cake was very good (still nibbling on it actually) with a layer of chocolate pudding in the middle, yum!
I think the pictures do a great job of telling the story!
Thank you again to all who attended and were part of the planning! I am blessed to have so many friends.
We had lots of good food to eat, then played a neat game where everyone was given a paper plate and then had to draw a baby on that plate while holding it on their head! It was very interesting and then I got to judge best bady and funniest baby.
Then it was time to open gifts and the guests played a round of shower bingo.
The cake was very good (still nibbling on it actually) with a layer of chocolate pudding in the middle, yum!
I think the pictures do a great job of telling the story!
Thank you again to all who attended and were part of the planning! I am blessed to have so many friends.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
As requested, pictures of the Nursery
We aren't done yet, there are some wall hangings and other items to put up, but as requested here are some preliminary pictures.
We have things set up for the most part and now it's about organizing and details.
The room is themed with Precious Planet by Fisher Price. So we put in the border at the mid level and green for the bottom (earth) and blue for the top (sky). It helped that that room was already blue and all Ruel had to do was paint the lower half and put on the border. But he did a really good job and I'm pleased with how things turned out. In that same weekend he put together the glider chair and crib. It was SO cool to come home one day and find that the nursery was nearing completion. It makes Christina's arrival seem that much closer.
I also snuck in another picture of myself. I noticed my reflection in the mirror and thought, "Eh-ghad, is that me?!? My tummy is getting so big!" I guess going into month 8 though, that's expected.
June 6th is my baby shower and I'm so excited (thanks to Jen Norton who is hosting along with friends). After that, it's Dr's appointments and waiting for her to arrive. I hope she's happy and content until her due date and then arrives right on time.
Lots of love,
Kaycee
We have things set up for the most part and now it's about organizing and details.
The room is themed with Precious Planet by Fisher Price. So we put in the border at the mid level and green for the bottom (earth) and blue for the top (sky). It helped that that room was already blue and all Ruel had to do was paint the lower half and put on the border. But he did a really good job and I'm pleased with how things turned out. In that same weekend he put together the glider chair and crib. It was SO cool to come home one day and find that the nursery was nearing completion. It makes Christina's arrival seem that much closer.
I also snuck in another picture of myself. I noticed my reflection in the mirror and thought, "Eh-ghad, is that me?!? My tummy is getting so big!" I guess going into month 8 though, that's expected.
June 6th is my baby shower and I'm so excited (thanks to Jen Norton who is hosting along with friends). After that, it's Dr's appointments and waiting for her to arrive. I hope she's happy and content until her due date and then arrives right on time.
Lots of love,
Kaycee
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Lunch with Friends and then Luau?
On Saturday, Ruel let me out of the house (laughs!) to go and meet with friends for lunch. Kellee and I had met a few times over the last year, but it has been more than two years since I saw Tina. It was so wonderful to get back together. We ate at a restaurant in Moss Park called Carreira's. Very good Italian food. As a matter of fact Ruel finished my Calzone this morning for breakfast.
Following lunch, I came home and talked to Ruel about going out to Walt Disney World's Polynesian Resort to attend their nightly luau show. I'd heard good things, and figured we'd both enjoy being out and having some good food. Well...
Upon arrival they said that the show was pretty booked but we could go on the wait list. So we trudged out ot the area which had been set up to look a lot like Survivor! It started to drizzle, the drizzle became a steady rain, and finally the heavens opened up. "Never fear!" said the perpetually upbeat cast members. "Unless there is a lot of lightning and the storm does not pass, the show will go on!" We waited, the rain continued to pound. Suddenly lightning, followed by close thunder shook the little hut we were under. Everyone looked around nervously. It was raining so hard that the drains could not keep up and we were standing in water most places. It was relentless. Finally, the announcement, "We're sorry, but tonight's show has been cancelled." So much for luau. Not to be disuaded in my foray to have a fun Disney evening, I told Ruel, "let's go inside and eat at one of the other restaurants." We walk back in the still pouring rain. All of the restaurants are packed, we wait to find out how long before we could seat. Another prepetually upbeat cast member asks, "anyone not on the wait list yet?" Thinking this is our chance to snag a small table, I raise my hand and say, "yes, us!" To which he smiled, and said, "we are not taking any more people for tonight's dinner service. And so it went for the other restaurants. Next we take the monorail...I will have a Disney evening by golly. It is packed with wet people. I know not where they came from. We stop next at the contemporary. Same scenario, no more for tonight's service. We couldn't even get in to Chef Mickey's which was a BUFFET! I was getting perturbed, hungry and tired, not a good combination. It was only on the return trip to the Poly that I figured out what might have contributed to a packed evening at all of the hotels; it was Memorial Day weekend! I looked over at Ruel and told him I would've never ventured to tourism mecca had I realized it was a holiday weekend. We decided to leave and just get food somewhere along Semoran. It ended up being Tony Roma's and was quite good. So went our attempt at an evening out.
Here is a picture or two and an update of my pregnancy:
I'm now 30 weeks and 3 days along
Sunday, May 17, 2009
4D UltraSound
On Thursday, May 14th, the last day of my 29th week, we had our 4D UltraSound.
What a truly amazing experience.
It was incredible.
Ruel, Mom and Dad were there to witness.
Of course, as is usual with our little one, she was not cooperative at first. The tech said she was looking directly at my back and it wouldn't do any good for the 4D. So I had to go out, drink water, move a lot and see if she would reposition.
As luck would have it, she did.
As we watched, she continually moved her hands, yawned and even opened her eyes a bit!
We have the DVD and can't wait to share with family and friends.
I feel like finishing week 30 on this Thursday, May 21st, will be a major milestone and I'm getting so excited.
Next pics will be of the nursery. Ruel worked really hard last week on getting everything together and I've been folding and putting things away constantly.
Hope everyone is well,
Kaycee
What a truly amazing experience.
It was incredible.
Ruel, Mom and Dad were there to witness.
Of course, as is usual with our little one, she was not cooperative at first. The tech said she was looking directly at my back and it wouldn't do any good for the 4D. So I had to go out, drink water, move a lot and see if she would reposition.
As luck would have it, she did.
As we watched, she continually moved her hands, yawned and even opened her eyes a bit!
We have the DVD and can't wait to share with family and friends.
I feel like finishing week 30 on this Thursday, May 21st, will be a major milestone and I'm getting so excited.
Next pics will be of the nursery. Ruel worked really hard last week on getting everything together and I've been folding and putting things away constantly.
Hope everyone is well,
Kaycee
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Our 1 year anniversary
I'm behind on blogging, so I will have to post a few times this weekend.
On Sunday, April 26th, we celebrated our 1 year anniversary. It was a wonderful day!
Ruel and I switch off on planning events and so since he had Valentine's this year, I got the anniversary.
I decided it would be really romantic to go back to the clubhouse where we got married; Eagle Creek Country Club in Narcoossee, FL.
I called ahead and asked if they could recreate our wedding meal, figuring it would help us remember the special day. The staff was more than accommodating and kepts saying they had everything set up and a few "special surprises."
When we arrived, we were both astounded to find that the team had REALLY recreated our reception, right down to the linens on a sweetheart table. As you can see from the pictures, they did a wonderful job and that doesn't even convey how great the food was (and plentiful).
In addition to all the effort they went to to recreate our special day, they also gave us 2 champagne flutes, a memory board with pictures from our wedding, and then, above it all, they came by to wish us a happy anniversary and that the night's meal would be on the house! Ruel and I were speechless. It was such an amazing evening.
So, for all of you in Central Florida, here is my plug for Eagle Creek, just south of 528 on Narcoossee Road, the staff and chefs are wonderful and we both highly recommend the location for events and even just lunch or dinner. Kim Rice is the head chef and she really is amazing with the food (and loves to serve her famous Key Lime Pie).
On Sunday, April 26th, we celebrated our 1 year anniversary. It was a wonderful day!
Ruel and I switch off on planning events and so since he had Valentine's this year, I got the anniversary.
I decided it would be really romantic to go back to the clubhouse where we got married; Eagle Creek Country Club in Narcoossee, FL.
I called ahead and asked if they could recreate our wedding meal, figuring it would help us remember the special day. The staff was more than accommodating and kepts saying they had everything set up and a few "special surprises."
When we arrived, we were both astounded to find that the team had REALLY recreated our reception, right down to the linens on a sweetheart table. As you can see from the pictures, they did a wonderful job and that doesn't even convey how great the food was (and plentiful).
In addition to all the effort they went to to recreate our special day, they also gave us 2 champagne flutes, a memory board with pictures from our wedding, and then, above it all, they came by to wish us a happy anniversary and that the night's meal would be on the house! Ruel and I were speechless. It was such an amazing evening.
So, for all of you in Central Florida, here is my plug for Eagle Creek, just south of 528 on Narcoossee Road, the staff and chefs are wonderful and we both highly recommend the location for events and even just lunch or dinner. Kim Rice is the head chef and she really is amazing with the food (and loves to serve her famous Key Lime Pie).
Sunday, April 26, 2009
A Babymoon for the Parents-to-be
It has been a busy couple of weeks!
Today, April 26, 2009, is our one-year anniversary. We cannot believe how fast time has gone.
On April 17th, we took the opportunity for a small vacation to Siesta Key to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. It was the perfect location.
Beaches that are wide and full of white powdery sand, glorious sunsets, and really good food (laughs). It was just four days, but enough to recharge our batteries and get some much needed R&R.
We sat on the beach; visited the Mote Aquarium, St. Armand's Circle and Ringling Museum; ate at Columbia's and a place called Siesta Key Oyster Bar twice (it was really good and Ruel had to go back the second time for happy hour oysters). There was much more to do than we anticipated, but I think we did a good job on getting in the flavor of the location.
Ringling Museum was very neat. For those that don't know, John and Mabel Ringling were integral members of a huge circus culture in the early 1900's. Additionally, they were very wealthy and had an extensive art collection. While we were able to make it through the circus museums and their home (Ca d'Zan, or House of John in Venetian), I got tired about halfway through the art exhibits.
Last weekend's picture shows me at 26 weeks. I'm getting a belly! Dr. says I'm doing great with weight and that there are no issues at this point. May 1st, I enter the 3rd trimester. As many a past and present mommy had warned me, its gone faster than expected. At least with the 2nd trimester I've felt so much better in terms of nausea. According to the books (even though every woman is different), they say the 3rd trimester will bring back fatigue and ever increasing girth, but I like it so far. It's incredible to feel Christina move around and kick. Ruel has also been feeling her regularly and it's adorable to watch him rub my tummy and talk to his daughter. I can tell he's getting very excited.
The next few weeks will be dedicated to selecting a pediatrician and also finding a child care provider for when I return to work. Ruel is going to work on the nursery to make sure everything is put together and ready to go.
Today, April 26, 2009, is our one-year anniversary. We cannot believe how fast time has gone.
On April 17th, we took the opportunity for a small vacation to Siesta Key to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. It was the perfect location.
Beaches that are wide and full of white powdery sand, glorious sunsets, and really good food (laughs). It was just four days, but enough to recharge our batteries and get some much needed R&R.
We sat on the beach; visited the Mote Aquarium, St. Armand's Circle and Ringling Museum; ate at Columbia's and a place called Siesta Key Oyster Bar twice (it was really good and Ruel had to go back the second time for happy hour oysters). There was much more to do than we anticipated, but I think we did a good job on getting in the flavor of the location.
Ringling Museum was very neat. For those that don't know, John and Mabel Ringling were integral members of a huge circus culture in the early 1900's. Additionally, they were very wealthy and had an extensive art collection. While we were able to make it through the circus museums and their home (Ca d'Zan, or House of John in Venetian), I got tired about halfway through the art exhibits.
Last weekend's picture shows me at 26 weeks. I'm getting a belly! Dr. says I'm doing great with weight and that there are no issues at this point. May 1st, I enter the 3rd trimester. As many a past and present mommy had warned me, its gone faster than expected. At least with the 2nd trimester I've felt so much better in terms of nausea. According to the books (even though every woman is different), they say the 3rd trimester will bring back fatigue and ever increasing girth, but I like it so far. It's incredible to feel Christina move around and kick. Ruel has also been feeling her regularly and it's adorable to watch him rub my tummy and talk to his daughter. I can tell he's getting very excited.
The next few weeks will be dedicated to selecting a pediatrician and also finding a child care provider for when I return to work. Ruel is going to work on the nursery to make sure everything is put together and ready to go.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Week 23 and getting bigger!
Christina is growing wonderfully and we are starting to get things ready for her arrival. She is bound to be a soccer star or something similar, because she has a mighty kick from the inside.
This weekend me and one of my very good friends (whom I've known since middle school) Kellee Abel, went out and did a little shopping. During the day we took the opportunity to visit Babies 'R Us and get a registry started. In addition, Kellee purchased Christina's Crib (Delta Martine 4-in-1 Lifetime) and Mattress. Thanks again Kellee!
I think Ruel is experiencing sympathy cravings. Suddenly he has a very salty palate and is pulling random items from the fridge at all hours. I tease him about it, but also think it is very endearing.
To Susie and Tony, congratulations on Sophie's arrival.
To Michelle and Dan, congratulations on Olivia's arrival.
To Kendall and Seth, we hope Levi arrives soon...
Yes, it seems our circle of friends is baby central and we couldn't be happier for all the new parents! We love to read about all of the events and milestones you all e-mail and post.
Ruel will have lots of stuff to put together in the coming weeks!
Kaycee
Friday, March 13, 2009
Think Pink
We had our 20 week ultrasound yesterday and found out that we'll be having a little girl.
Everyone in the family is very excited and she looks just beautiful already (I know I'm biased). The technician said everything looked great and that she was right on target for bone length and weight.
I'm really hoping I'm over the nausea. I still don't eat much at night, but you sure can't tell from the scale. I'm amazed at how my appetite has increased. I want to try to get some more walks in to balance everything out, but find I am still pretty tired in the evenings.
We bought a glider and it's currently awaiting assembly. Ruel is going to have more than his fair share of "projects" over the next several months as we put together the many items Christina (baby girl's name) will need.
Hope everyone is well.
Everyone in the family is very excited and she looks just beautiful already (I know I'm biased). The technician said everything looked great and that she was right on target for bone length and weight.
I'm really hoping I'm over the nausea. I still don't eat much at night, but you sure can't tell from the scale. I'm amazed at how my appetite has increased. I want to try to get some more walks in to balance everything out, but find I am still pretty tired in the evenings.
We bought a glider and it's currently awaiting assembly. Ruel is going to have more than his fair share of "projects" over the next several months as we put together the many items Christina (baby girl's name) will need.
Hope everyone is well.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Week 19
I'm about halfway through week 19 and eagerly await the ultrasound that will hopefully let us know if we are having an Aaron or a Christina. The appointment is March 12.
I can definitely see changes in my abdomen, everyday is different. I've also felt those first flutters and it is very exciting! As some of my friends who are also pregnant say, it's like having a little alien inside of you.
We haven't done much more for the nursery yet; we are waiting until we get confirmation of boy or girl, though it won't impact the overall scheme much. I've decided that I like the precious planet collection by Fisher Price. I like the vibrant colors and it's pretty gender neutral, so if we decide to have more than one it will work for boy or girl. www.fisherprice.com
Hope everyone is well. I'll try to post again in about a week.
Kaycee
I can definitely see changes in my abdomen, everyday is different. I've also felt those first flutters and it is very exciting! As some of my friends who are also pregnant say, it's like having a little alien inside of you.
We haven't done much more for the nursery yet; we are waiting until we get confirmation of boy or girl, though it won't impact the overall scheme much. I've decided that I like the precious planet collection by Fisher Price. I like the vibrant colors and it's pretty gender neutral, so if we decide to have more than one it will work for boy or girl. www.fisherprice.com
Hope everyone is well. I'll try to post again in about a week.
Kaycee
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