As of tomorrow, I will be starting my 2nd trimester! That is so exciting for me! My nerves are gradually starting to ease a bit and the excitement is starting to take over!
On of my oldest and dearest friends had a baby last week and that just makes me want this one here that much more! (Welcome Baby Cayson!! Your "aunt" Krissy loves you!) While holding him earlier this week, all I could do was smell his hair and kiss his chubby cheeks. I love that "baby fresh out of a bath" smell. I don't think there is anything any sweeter in the world!
Anywho-things are still going good here. Ultrasound on Tuesday showed Baby Broadhead kicking and punching like CRAZY!! He is such an active booger! The heart rate was a health 159 bpm, so we are happy with that!
That's all for now, folks! Must complete job related paperwork so hopefully I can slip out of here early for and even longer holiday weekend!!
love to all!
Krissy and the Karate kid
STATS:
11 weeks 6 days
heart rate 159 bpm
appt 09/06/07
Friday, August 31, 2007
Monday, August 27, 2007
It's starting to feel real
There are certain things that happen that just make this pregnancy seem more and more real for us. Friday night we were at Brittany's for supper. I played with all the babies, but I played with Karlei most of all. On the way home, I asked Randy did he realize that this time next year we will have a little boy or girl the same age Karlei is now? He said yes and that's when it really started sinking in that we are having a baby. As this first trimester is coming to a close, it amazes me how fast it has gone by. It seems like just yesterday I was sitting here at my desk waiting on beta results to let me know if I was really pregnant or if this was just my mind and body playing some hateful trick on me. Then there was the anticipation and dread all at the same time for the first ultrasound. That all seems like it just happened and it's been weeks ago! I found out I was pregnant 8 weeks ago today. It doesn't seem like I have known for 8 weeks. Everyone around me keeps telling me to savor these moments because I'll never get them back and I'll regret trying to rush them along...WHATEVER! I wish I could go to sleep now and wake up and it be March and me be in labor. There is not a second that goes by that I don't worry about this pregnancy and the baby I am carrying. I am still so scarred that something will go wrong. I have friends who have had miscarriages and I have one very dear friend that struggled with infertility for 8 years before having her son this year after IVF. They all tell me that this feeling will not go away until the baby is in my arms. The process by which my baby gets here doesn't concern me...I just want him/her here!
Enough of my anxiety for one day-no one comes here to read all that...
I will leave you with a poem I found that really hit home with me once I found it. I hope you enjoy!
Krissy
STATS:
11 weeks 2 days
Back to being sicker than sick!
Next appointment 09/06/07
Child of Mine
Like the warmth of a loving hug,
I feel you everyday.
Tossing and turning about
you move every which way.
At first you were a tiny seed in my womb
that grew more and more each day.
Now your Dad and I are anxious because we know
that you are on your way.
We will wait ever so patiently
to see your loving face,
For we know that it will be filled
with wonderful loving grace.
You are our little miracle
sent to us from up above.
God just knew that we would be
the ones for you to love.
I thank the Lord for giving you to me,
for choosing us as your Mommy and Daddy to be.
I want you to know now loving child of mine,
That I will love you and hold you from now until the end of time.
(c) Evangelina Sandoval All Rights Reserved
Enough of my anxiety for one day-no one comes here to read all that...
I will leave you with a poem I found that really hit home with me once I found it. I hope you enjoy!
Krissy
STATS:
11 weeks 2 days
Back to being sicker than sick!
Next appointment 09/06/07
Child of Mine
Like the warmth of a loving hug,
I feel you everyday.
Tossing and turning about
you move every which way.
At first you were a tiny seed in my womb
that grew more and more each day.
Now your Dad and I are anxious because we know
that you are on your way.
We will wait ever so patiently
to see your loving face,
For we know that it will be filled
with wonderful loving grace.
You are our little miracle
sent to us from up above.
God just knew that we would be
the ones for you to love.
I thank the Lord for giving you to me,
for choosing us as your Mommy and Daddy to be.
I want you to know now loving child of mine,
That I will love you and hold you from now until the end of time.
(c) Evangelina Sandoval All Rights Reserved
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Gettin' better all the time!
Just wanted to stop in and say that pregnancy is slowly starting to get better and better for me! My nausea is still better. I have only had a couple of sick spells this last week and that is AWESOME considering before that I was sick from the time I woke up until the time I went to bed!
Many of you know that I work for a cardiology practice. Because of this I have access to an ultrasound machine anytime. (We have to do echo cardiograms which are ultrasounds of the heart.) Well, I took advantage of this for the first time today. I am 10 weeks 4 days and it is unbelievable how big little bit has gotten! I was shocked! While I was laying there watching the heart beat away, the tech moved the wand a little bit and he started kicking and punching like he was ready to beat someone up!! It was the most amazing thing I have ever seen (except for that first ultrasound with the heartbeat!!) She grabbed a tape and popped it in the machine but when she hit the record button, he stopped moving! As soon as she paused the tape, he started again!! This went on and on for six or seven minutes. I already thought this baby was a boy, and this just supported that thought!! Isn't that just like a man to never do what you want him to do when you want it done!!! My mother-in-law said that's just the Broadhead coming out in him! She's been married to one for 44 years so I guess she knows! Anyhow, after wiggling and wiggling the wand, we finally got the baby to move on tape so I will be able to show it off! Randy is excited to see it, too! (He wasn't able to be here for it today because it was kinda a last minute thing!)
What was also surprising to me was the fact that he looks like an actually baby now and not just a blob! We saw the profile of his face, his spine, arms and legs. And you could actually tell what was what. It's nice to see him moving around! The ultrasounds where there was just a blob with a heartbeat were great, but it's nice to know he is getting strong enough to kick and he was also turning flips! Randy thinks it's funny that he's that active because he said that will make it that much more fun to watch me later when I can actually feel all his kicks and punches. I think I told him to kiss my butt!!
So, all is still well on the baby front and Mommy is feeling better as well. I hope all you out there are doing good and I hope to hear from all of you soon!
Later taters!
Krissy and Little Bit
Stats so far:
10 weeks 4 days with a very active little bugger
Next appointment 09/06/07
**Just to clarify-We keep referring to the baby as he and him. While we do plan to find out the gender of this baby, we have not done so yet as it is too early! I have had a feeling all along that it's a boy and at home we refer to the baby as "Little Man." As soon as we know the gender I will post it and will start calling the baby by his/her name!!**
Many of you know that I work for a cardiology practice. Because of this I have access to an ultrasound machine anytime. (We have to do echo cardiograms which are ultrasounds of the heart.) Well, I took advantage of this for the first time today. I am 10 weeks 4 days and it is unbelievable how big little bit has gotten! I was shocked! While I was laying there watching the heart beat away, the tech moved the wand a little bit and he started kicking and punching like he was ready to beat someone up!! It was the most amazing thing I have ever seen (except for that first ultrasound with the heartbeat!!) She grabbed a tape and popped it in the machine but when she hit the record button, he stopped moving! As soon as she paused the tape, he started again!! This went on and on for six or seven minutes. I already thought this baby was a boy, and this just supported that thought!! Isn't that just like a man to never do what you want him to do when you want it done!!! My mother-in-law said that's just the Broadhead coming out in him! She's been married to one for 44 years so I guess she knows! Anyhow, after wiggling and wiggling the wand, we finally got the baby to move on tape so I will be able to show it off! Randy is excited to see it, too! (He wasn't able to be here for it today because it was kinda a last minute thing!)
What was also surprising to me was the fact that he looks like an actually baby now and not just a blob! We saw the profile of his face, his spine, arms and legs. And you could actually tell what was what. It's nice to see him moving around! The ultrasounds where there was just a blob with a heartbeat were great, but it's nice to know he is getting strong enough to kick and he was also turning flips! Randy thinks it's funny that he's that active because he said that will make it that much more fun to watch me later when I can actually feel all his kicks and punches. I think I told him to kiss my butt!!
So, all is still well on the baby front and Mommy is feeling better as well. I hope all you out there are doing good and I hope to hear from all of you soon!
Later taters!
Krissy and Little Bit
Stats so far:
10 weeks 4 days with a very active little bugger
Next appointment 09/06/07
**Just to clarify-We keep referring to the baby as he and him. While we do plan to find out the gender of this baby, we have not done so yet as it is too early! I have had a feeling all along that it's a boy and at home we refer to the baby as "Little Man." As soon as we know the gender I will post it and will start calling the baby by his/her name!!**
Saturday, August 18, 2007
A drive by
I ony have a second to stop and post, but I wanted to leave a quick update and let everyone know that things are still rocking along just fine. The nausea is starting to get a little better and for that I am eternally grateful. I am actually starting to enjoy food a little bit again.
I only lack 3 weeks til I am "officially" out of my first trimester. I am really ready for that day to be here. I am hoping some of my nerves will start to ease off at that time.
Anyhow-gott get. I have got to go rock Layne to sleep!
Love,
Krissy
stats so far:
10 weeks today next dr's visit 09/06/07
I only lack 3 weeks til I am "officially" out of my first trimester. I am really ready for that day to be here. I am hoping some of my nerves will start to ease off at that time.
Anyhow-gott get. I have got to go rock Layne to sleep!
Love,
Krissy
stats so far:
10 weeks today next dr's visit 09/06/07
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
A little game
Let's play a little game. It's called Krissy freaks out and spends all day Monday at the ER and then the doctor's office only to find out she is a paranoid nut case!
I woke up Monday morning not feeling quite right. Nauseated as usual, but with mild cramping as well. I decided it would be best if I called into work and stayed off my feet all day. That worked until about 10:30 when my appetite got the best of me. On the way to the kitchen I stopped to tinkle (for the 100th time in the last 24 hours!!) and lo an behold there was the dreaded spot. (Sorry if this is too much info for some of you!) I panicked. Called Randy, he was 2 hours away in Vicksburg. Called mom, couldn't get her. Called Lindsey, she was an hour away at work. Called Brittany, she had both babies and Ken wasn't at home to look after them. Finally, I called Randy's sister and she dropped everything, called into work, found someone to pick up her kids at school and came and got me! So off to Hattiesburg we go. I am met at the ER by mom and Mintci. (It was just a grand ole' party before the day was over) After sitting in the ER for FOUR HOURS I finally walked out. The protocol for a pregnant patient coming in through the ER is check them in and send them to Labor & Delivery. Not this time. They thought I should just sit around the waiting area with everyone else carrying God only knows what kind of germs. Anyhow, I called my Doctor's office and they had a spot they could work me in. So I went to the office and waited about 30 mins. Had my 3rd ultrasound so far this pregnancy and all was well with baby. It has grown SOOOOOO much! One day I promise I will scan some pics for everyone to see! The heart rate was up to 175 bpm from 146 bpm, so my sisters are convinced it is a girl. My doctor came in and reassured me that all was well me and the baby and there was nothing to be worried about at this point. The spotting and cramping could be from all the progesterone I am taking twice a day. So it was a long day and great fun was had by all!! (NOT-the only good thing about the day was learning that my baby was ok and getting to have another ultrasound)
So, all's well that ends well!
Needless to say, I have been taking it very easy the last couple of days. Last night Randy and I decieded to go swimming. Let me just say when you have had almost 2 weeks of 100 degree weather, it has an effect on the temp of the pool water. It was like taking a warm bath. YUCK! Randy and I spent the entire time talking about girl names. Well, I would throw out names and he would reject them. After spending an hour in the pool, we were no closer to a girl name than when we started! Walking in the house, though, he spouted off a name completely joking and it kinda stuck! We are going to ponder over it a few days and if we decide to keep it, I will post it on here for all to see!
So, until next time,
Krissy
STATS SO FAR:
9 weeks 4 days
Heartrate 175 bpm
Next appointment 09/06/07
I woke up Monday morning not feeling quite right. Nauseated as usual, but with mild cramping as well. I decided it would be best if I called into work and stayed off my feet all day. That worked until about 10:30 when my appetite got the best of me. On the way to the kitchen I stopped to tinkle (for the 100th time in the last 24 hours!!) and lo an behold there was the dreaded spot. (Sorry if this is too much info for some of you!) I panicked. Called Randy, he was 2 hours away in Vicksburg. Called mom, couldn't get her. Called Lindsey, she was an hour away at work. Called Brittany, she had both babies and Ken wasn't at home to look after them. Finally, I called Randy's sister and she dropped everything, called into work, found someone to pick up her kids at school and came and got me! So off to Hattiesburg we go. I am met at the ER by mom and Mintci. (It was just a grand ole' party before the day was over) After sitting in the ER for FOUR HOURS I finally walked out. The protocol for a pregnant patient coming in through the ER is check them in and send them to Labor & Delivery. Not this time. They thought I should just sit around the waiting area with everyone else carrying God only knows what kind of germs. Anyhow, I called my Doctor's office and they had a spot they could work me in. So I went to the office and waited about 30 mins. Had my 3rd ultrasound so far this pregnancy and all was well with baby. It has grown SOOOOOO much! One day I promise I will scan some pics for everyone to see! The heart rate was up to 175 bpm from 146 bpm, so my sisters are convinced it is a girl. My doctor came in and reassured me that all was well me and the baby and there was nothing to be worried about at this point. The spotting and cramping could be from all the progesterone I am taking twice a day. So it was a long day and great fun was had by all!! (NOT-the only good thing about the day was learning that my baby was ok and getting to have another ultrasound)
So, all's well that ends well!
Needless to say, I have been taking it very easy the last couple of days. Last night Randy and I decieded to go swimming. Let me just say when you have had almost 2 weeks of 100 degree weather, it has an effect on the temp of the pool water. It was like taking a warm bath. YUCK! Randy and I spent the entire time talking about girl names. Well, I would throw out names and he would reject them. After spending an hour in the pool, we were no closer to a girl name than when we started! Walking in the house, though, he spouted off a name completely joking and it kinda stuck! We are going to ponder over it a few days and if we decide to keep it, I will post it on here for all to see!
So, until next time,
Krissy
STATS SO FAR:
9 weeks 4 days
Heartrate 175 bpm
Next appointment 09/06/07
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Anybody still out there?
Hello?
Hello?
Anybody out there?
I have been neglecting this blog lately and for that I apologize. But most days I am just too sick to function. By the time I finish my days work, I have no desire to stare at a computer screen and think of something intelligent to say. I apologize for the absence, but everyone tells me that things will start to get better soon!
Things are still progressing normally around here. I can no longer fit into my regular clothes, but maternity clothes look stupid on me. So, I purchased a pair of jeans and 2 tops and I refuse to buy anything else until I can wear maternity clothes. Thank God I wear scrubs to work everyday, because if I didn't, I be in a pickle. Luckily, scrubs have a little room for growth!
If symptoms are any indication, the baby is growing and developing fine! It's about the size of a green olive and growing every day! The mere thought of food makes me want to hurl. Nothing sounds, tastes or smells good anymore. I eat just enough to sustain myself and pray that is stays down! But, I will be 13 weeks on September 8th (Happy B'day Layne!) and hopefully my tummy troubles will start to ease then!
I went yesterday and bought my first "baby stuff." It was kind scarry and I felt like an imposter standing there looking at diapers and such. It was finally too much for me and I grabbed 4 packs of diapers, size 1 and 2. Brittany delivered a swing to me, so slowly my house is turning into baby central. I am ready to be out of the first trimester!!!!! It's then that I will feel comfortable cleaning out the guest bedroom and starting preparations for the nursery. I am nowhere near ready to paint or anything, but I have got to start CLEANING IT OUT!!!!! That is going to be quite a project.
Well, I guess that's all for now. Not much more is going on. My next dr's appointment is not until September 6th, so I really won't know anything more until then. But, I will try to post more regular as long as I feel like it! (Just for you Brandi!!)
Love,
Krissy and Baby
Stats so far:
8 weeks 5 days
219 days left
Hello?
Anybody out there?
I have been neglecting this blog lately and for that I apologize. But most days I am just too sick to function. By the time I finish my days work, I have no desire to stare at a computer screen and think of something intelligent to say. I apologize for the absence, but everyone tells me that things will start to get better soon!
Things are still progressing normally around here. I can no longer fit into my regular clothes, but maternity clothes look stupid on me. So, I purchased a pair of jeans and 2 tops and I refuse to buy anything else until I can wear maternity clothes. Thank God I wear scrubs to work everyday, because if I didn't, I be in a pickle. Luckily, scrubs have a little room for growth!
If symptoms are any indication, the baby is growing and developing fine! It's about the size of a green olive and growing every day! The mere thought of food makes me want to hurl. Nothing sounds, tastes or smells good anymore. I eat just enough to sustain myself and pray that is stays down! But, I will be 13 weeks on September 8th (Happy B'day Layne!) and hopefully my tummy troubles will start to ease then!
I went yesterday and bought my first "baby stuff." It was kind scarry and I felt like an imposter standing there looking at diapers and such. It was finally too much for me and I grabbed 4 packs of diapers, size 1 and 2. Brittany delivered a swing to me, so slowly my house is turning into baby central. I am ready to be out of the first trimester!!!!! It's then that I will feel comfortable cleaning out the guest bedroom and starting preparations for the nursery. I am nowhere near ready to paint or anything, but I have got to start CLEANING IT OUT!!!!! That is going to be quite a project.
Well, I guess that's all for now. Not much more is going on. My next dr's appointment is not until September 6th, so I really won't know anything more until then. But, I will try to post more regular as long as I feel like it! (Just for you Brandi!!)
Love,
Krissy and Baby
Stats so far:
8 weeks 5 days
219 days left
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Busy Busy
I've been having tons of computer problems, so my posting has been sporadic at best. Anyhow, my first prenatal appointment was this morning and it went great. My Ob was very please with my progress and had mostly good things to say. He said this will be considered a very high-risk pregnancy due to multiple losses and chronic high blood pressure. Which pretty much means I have a free pass to all the ultrasounds that I want.
He did another ultrasound today-exactly 1 week since my last one. Little Bit has tripled in size since last week and the heart rate went from 125 to 146. So getting he's getting healthier all the time. Due date reset for March 18, 2008-my dad might get his wish for a birthday baby after all! (his bday is the 21st!)
That's all for now-thankfully things are going just as normal as they can and that is what we want! A very normal pregnancy!
Love to you all!
Krissy
STATS:
7 weeks 4 days
Heart rate 146 bpm
Due March 18, 2007-229 days away!!
Next dr's appointment September 6, 2007
He did another ultrasound today-exactly 1 week since my last one. Little Bit has tripled in size since last week and the heart rate went from 125 to 146. So getting he's getting healthier all the time. Due date reset for March 18, 2008-my dad might get his wish for a birthday baby after all! (his bday is the 21st!)
That's all for now-thankfully things are going just as normal as they can and that is what we want! A very normal pregnancy!
Love to you all!
Krissy
STATS:
7 weeks 4 days
Heart rate 146 bpm
Due March 18, 2007-229 days away!!
Next dr's appointment September 6, 2007
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