9 weeks post baby I finally have the time and energy to write again. Honestly, I only have the time because I'm sitting in a mandatory study hall with my cheerleaders waiting on tonight's football game to start and my daughter is at home with Yvan. The silence is eerie.
So, my idea of what to expect during Sienna's delivery was not exactly accurate. For some reason women love to share their delivery horror stories. Epidurals not working, tearing, hours of pushing followed by an unplanned c-section. I'm not sure if they realize that the last thing a first time expectant mother wants or needs to hear is the plethora of things that can go wrong. No one ever tells you how easy it can be. So imagine my surprise when my labor and delivery went smoothly.
The one big surprise. She was early and Yvan was in Utah. Umm...yeah.
My doctor and I chose to schedule to induce on August 1st to ensure that she came when Yvan was in town and had some time to spend with us before heading back out on the road again. She was actually due on the 3rd. So I called and made the appointment. A day later, there would be no more waiting. I spent most of Saturday, July 30th, running around Rockwall doing errands and then went to dinner with some friends. I had been having Braxton Hicks for several months and didn't think anything about the minor contractions until about 10:30 that night when nothing helped them stop and they really started to hurt.
At 2:30 I called my doctor and she confirmed my suspicions. I was officially in labor. My next call went to Yvan who was about to book a hotel in Moab, Utah before completing the 19 hour drive on Sunday. Imagine his surprise when the words, "Honey, I'm gonna need you to keep driving," came out of my mouth. He promised to do his best and we hung up. Then I cried. Then I called my mom and cried some more. I didn't think being all by myself would be that bad. I was wrong!
After the phone calls, I settled down and did all of the things my doctor recommended to slow down my contractions. It helped slow them back down to about 12 minutes apart. Then I tried to get some sleep which really wasn't all that easy when the contractions start rolling in. But, knowing I needed to rest for what was to come I did my best.
Luckily, my dad was on duty that night and came straight to my house when he got off. An hour later my contractions were four minutes apart and had been for an hour straight. Following my doctors orders, we headed to the hospital. Even though I wasn't too far along my doctor had me checked in and after being examined let me know that I could have my epidural whenever I was ready. It would slow down the labor process and give Yvan a little more time to get there. Because she didn't want to risk accidentally breaking my water, that would be my last exam until he arrived.
My contractions were still bearable, but my mom suggested that I go ahead and request the epidural since it could be a while before they were able to administer it. Plus, I figured why deal with pain if I didn't have to. Turns out it only took about 15 minutes for the doc to arrive and contrary to popular belief it didn't hurt at all. I mean, I didn't even feel it. 10 minutes later I didn't feel anything else either. It was absolutely lovely. I spent the next several hours sleeping, watching the olympics and chilling with my mom and dad.
Yvan finally made it to the hospital at 4 that afternoon. My amazing doctor broke my water and got me started on some pitocin and a couple hours later I was ready to go. With mom and Yvan at my side, I pushed through about 6 contractions. Because Miss Sienna wasn't getting her heart rate back up between contractions, I had to sit through some so it took a little longer than usual. Still, forty minutes after I started it was all over with not a second of pain.
Sienna weighed in at 6lbs. 12oz. and was 19.5 inches long. We got to spend some quality time with her in the delivery room before she was taken to the nursery to get cleaned up.
I know this wasn't some action packed dramatized birthing story, but I wanted everyone to know that things can in fact run smoothly during a delivery. It can be painless and simple and wonderful.
Now recovery...that is another story entirely. Lol.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Monday, June 11, 2012
Things A Pregnant Girl Loves
Pregnancy is an blessing...and a curse. Unfortunately, the curse comes before the blessing so you spend a lot of time thinking: "What the hell have I gotten myself in to."
There are quite a few things that have or could make the experience seem much less cursed and much more blesssed.
Here some of my faves.
☆ Pregnancy pillow.
This thing rocks. Though it is much too large to be a travel pillow. It travels with me. I have also, on more than one occasion, come home to find Yvan taking a nap in it. A major must have.
☆ Bathroom stall doors that open out.
Really, even before I was pregnant there were times when I had to suck in so that the door could be shut. Nothing is worse that straddling a toilet to shut a door.
☆ A foot rub.
Yvan apologizes to me every time he sees me get out of the shower. Yes, a lot of this new body of mine is his fault. But he makes up for it with foot rubs. He's even stopped complaining about having to lay at the foot of the bed because I can no longer bring my foot up to meet his hands. That should tell you a lot about my current figure.
☆ You always get to pick where to eat.
Lunch out with the coaches...they always defer to the pregnant girl. Not that it really matters to me. I'm gonna eat anything that is in front of me and possibly what's it in front of you.
☆ The return of common curtesy.
Doors have literally been opened, bags have been carried and ice cream has been bought. Some older man actually bought me an ice cream at Braum's because, "you look like you need it." Please refer back to "foot rubs" for reference to my figure.
☆ Mint Bliss™ Energizing Lotion
This Mary Kay product is a miracle worker. I was in a wedding last weekend and I slathered this stuff on before the ceremony and reception and was able to wear my platform stilettos all night. That was barely manageable before I was pregnant.
☆ Baby Showers
It is amazing how much weight is lifted after each shower. The best part is getting things you didn't register for because you didn't know you should!
☆ Friends that are pregnant.
Advice, sympathy and empathy in one glorious package. Gotta love that.
☆ Friends with babies.
Advice, sympathy and empathy in one glorious package. Plus it gives me hope that my life might return to some kind of normal one day. And by that I mean, I could really use a beer.
☆ My mother.
Advice, sympathy and empathy in one glorious package. I might have made her crazy but she is keeping me sane right now!
There are quite a few things that have or could make the experience seem much less cursed and much more blesssed.
Here some of my faves.
☆ Pregnancy pillow.
This thing rocks. Though it is much too large to be a travel pillow. It travels with me. I have also, on more than one occasion, come home to find Yvan taking a nap in it. A major must have.
☆ Bathroom stall doors that open out.
Really, even before I was pregnant there were times when I had to suck in so that the door could be shut. Nothing is worse that straddling a toilet to shut a door.
☆ A foot rub.
Yvan apologizes to me every time he sees me get out of the shower. Yes, a lot of this new body of mine is his fault. But he makes up for it with foot rubs. He's even stopped complaining about having to lay at the foot of the bed because I can no longer bring my foot up to meet his hands. That should tell you a lot about my current figure.
☆ You always get to pick where to eat.
Lunch out with the coaches...they always defer to the pregnant girl. Not that it really matters to me. I'm gonna eat anything that is in front of me and possibly what's it in front of you.
☆ The return of common curtesy.
Doors have literally been opened, bags have been carried and ice cream has been bought. Some older man actually bought me an ice cream at Braum's because, "you look like you need it." Please refer back to "foot rubs" for reference to my figure.
☆ Mint Bliss™ Energizing Lotion
This Mary Kay product is a miracle worker. I was in a wedding last weekend and I slathered this stuff on before the ceremony and reception and was able to wear my platform stilettos all night. That was barely manageable before I was pregnant.
☆ Baby Showers
It is amazing how much weight is lifted after each shower. The best part is getting things you didn't register for because you didn't know you should!
☆ Friends that are pregnant.
Advice, sympathy and empathy in one glorious package. Gotta love that.
☆ Friends with babies.
Advice, sympathy and empathy in one glorious package. Plus it gives me hope that my life might return to some kind of normal one day. And by that I mean, I could really use a beer.
☆ My mother.
Advice, sympathy and empathy in one glorious package. I might have made her crazy but she is keeping me sane right now!
Sunday, June 3, 2012
My excuse is that I'm pregnant.
I've never been one to hold back an opinion, viewpoint, or random thought regardless of the company I'm with but lately it's just been ridiculous. The great thing about being pregnant, however, is that people not only forgive me for the word vomit that seems to spew endlessly from my mouth, but they expect it.
Any slacking service provider, waitstaff, or random person is a target and they don't even have to be bothering me. If they become a problem for anyone within the group I am accompanying, they are fair game. And all eyes are on me to bring said offender's lack of attention, overzealousness, or downright bossy behavior to an agreeable level using any verbiage possible. My trademark phrase has always been, "are you freaking kidding me." Now its, "excuse me but why are you retarded?" Which is always closely followed by anyone nearby with, " don't mess with the pregnant lady."
It's a good thing that most people are so understanding of my current state. There was a pretty long adjustment period during that first trimester. My darling husband found out real quick that asking me why I couldn't just get over it (referring to my crazy hormones) wasn't going to end well for him. He's been dang near close to perfect since then.
Then there is the whole baby brain thing. Losing things, forgetting things and apparently the inability to do basic math is normal. But, what about spending 20 minutes shopping in Hobby Lobby before realizing that you not only left your keys in your car but that you left the dang thing running. Sadly, I've caught myself getting out of my car while it was still running multiple time since then.
My excuse is that I'm pregnant. Only 9 weeks until I'm out of excuses. I guess I better make it count!
Any slacking service provider, waitstaff, or random person is a target and they don't even have to be bothering me. If they become a problem for anyone within the group I am accompanying, they are fair game. And all eyes are on me to bring said offender's lack of attention, overzealousness, or downright bossy behavior to an agreeable level using any verbiage possible. My trademark phrase has always been, "are you freaking kidding me." Now its, "excuse me but why are you retarded?" Which is always closely followed by anyone nearby with, " don't mess with the pregnant lady."
It's a good thing that most people are so understanding of my current state. There was a pretty long adjustment period during that first trimester. My darling husband found out real quick that asking me why I couldn't just get over it (referring to my crazy hormones) wasn't going to end well for him. He's been dang near close to perfect since then.
Then there is the whole baby brain thing. Losing things, forgetting things and apparently the inability to do basic math is normal. But, what about spending 20 minutes shopping in Hobby Lobby before realizing that you not only left your keys in your car but that you left the dang thing running. Sadly, I've caught myself getting out of my car while it was still running multiple time since then.
My excuse is that I'm pregnant. Only 9 weeks until I'm out of excuses. I guess I better make it count!
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Classic Road Trip
This must have been one really long and boring trip.
I bet you laughed as hard as I did.
I bet you laughed as hard as I did.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
I Heart Pinterest
Pinterest might just be my favorite thing ever.
When first exploring this glorious site last summer, I was all caught up in pinning pictures to my "Dream Home" board or outfits that I love but would either look ridiculous on me or break my bank. Then...along came baby and I took to looking everyday for new posts of nursery ideas, rugs, lamps, bedding, curtains, furniture and the list just goes on.
Most recently, and this might just be the nesting portion of my pregnancy kicking in, I LOVE the recipes. I have made it a goal to try at least one recipe each week. Sometimes its a main meal, sometimes its a dessert. If I'm feeling adventurous, I do one of each. They have all been well received by my hubby, who is a bit of a food snob. Anyone who happen to take a close look at my boards would quickly realize that the "Yummy in my Tummy" board is a total and complete contradiction of every picture on my "Don't be a Fatty" board. I will worry more about that sometime after August 3rd when eating right actually stands a chance against my ever growing preggo belly. Right now, my tummy is full and my hubby is happy, therefore I am content. Here are my current top 5.
Cilantro Lime Dressing
This was served over blackened tilapia tacos. YUMMMM.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes.
I cut these up like french fries and they were even better. These have been requested twice since their original appearance.
Blackened Chicken with Cilantro Lime Quinoa
Sensing a pattern with the cilantro lime?? One of my favorite combos.
Grown Up Grilled Cheese
Yvan said this avocado, tomato & mozzarella sandwich was good enough to serve in a restaurant.
Chicken Enchiladas
This was the very first recipe I tried and one of the main reasons the adventure started. So easy and so tasty. Just don't confuse a can of green chilis with a can of chopped jalopenos. Your tummy will enact a full on rebellion against you later.
So there is my top five and I didn't even include desserts. I'm telling you. Better than any cookbook. As a suggestion to Pinterest users...when you post a picture of food, tell me what it is. Obviously it looks yummy because it caught my attention, but I'm more likely to check it out if there is a description of the food!
When first exploring this glorious site last summer, I was all caught up in pinning pictures to my "Dream Home" board or outfits that I love but would either look ridiculous on me or break my bank. Then...along came baby and I took to looking everyday for new posts of nursery ideas, rugs, lamps, bedding, curtains, furniture and the list just goes on.
Most recently, and this might just be the nesting portion of my pregnancy kicking in, I LOVE the recipes. I have made it a goal to try at least one recipe each week. Sometimes its a main meal, sometimes its a dessert. If I'm feeling adventurous, I do one of each. They have all been well received by my hubby, who is a bit of a food snob. Anyone who happen to take a close look at my boards would quickly realize that the "Yummy in my Tummy" board is a total and complete contradiction of every picture on my "Don't be a Fatty" board. I will worry more about that sometime after August 3rd when eating right actually stands a chance against my ever growing preggo belly. Right now, my tummy is full and my hubby is happy, therefore I am content. Here are my current top 5.
Cilantro Lime Dressing
This was served over blackened tilapia tacos. YUMMMM.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes.
I cut these up like french fries and they were even better. These have been requested twice since their original appearance.
Blackened Chicken with Cilantro Lime Quinoa
Sensing a pattern with the cilantro lime?? One of my favorite combos.
Grown Up Grilled Cheese
Yvan said this avocado, tomato & mozzarella sandwich was good enough to serve in a restaurant.
Chicken Enchiladas
This was the very first recipe I tried and one of the main reasons the adventure started. So easy and so tasty. Just don't confuse a can of green chilis with a can of chopped jalopenos. Your tummy will enact a full on rebellion against you later.
So there is my top five and I didn't even include desserts. I'm telling you. Better than any cookbook. As a suggestion to Pinterest users...when you post a picture of food, tell me what it is. Obviously it looks yummy because it caught my attention, but I'm more likely to check it out if there is a description of the food!
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
A Honeymoon Video
It's been almost a year, but I finally managed to whittle my honeymoon pictures down into a ten minute video that could be posted on YouTube. I can't believe that I am going to miss going back this year. No flying for me at that point. I guess I will just have to pretend. If you need a quick little vacation from work...
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Everything Changes
Just when you think you've got your life all figured out, everything changes. Lucky for me, those changes have all been for the better.
Yvan and I are expecting a baby girl this August and we are so excited! This isn't exactly new information. I am already 21 weeks along. But, I finally have the time to share.
Our lives changed the moment that test stick said "pregant." The furniture Yvan was building for the house went from stuff for us to a crib for her. The money I usually spend on clothes for me went to clothes for her. The spare bedroom that still holds all my crafts supplies, Yvan's golf clubs, and a RockBand set will be cleaned out for a nursery rather than an office/spare bedroom. Its crazy.
I've also come to the realization that I will no longer have a Christmas. It shrunk exponentially when my nephew, Jhett, arrived and will I'm sure shrink again when this holiday rolls around. But, I'm okay with that. The things I wanted and needed a year ago, no longer matter. My days are spent decorating her nursery in my head and pinning things like a fool on Pinterest. Most of my pins are recipe related, but that is beside the point.
Here is brief recap to get everyone caught up on the last 6 months or so.
We bought a house and are still in the process of redecorating said house. I was completely overwhelmed with work. Between varsity gymnastics, middle school gymnastics and middle school cheer, I though I would drown. I might have. Still not real sure. We found out about our little girl Thanksgiving weekend and managed to keep it a secret until Christmas. We kept our fingers crossed that mom wouldn't blow the secret before I got to the 12 week mark. She didn't. Not really anyway. My belly got bigger. Yvan broke his hip but is healing up perfectly and should go back to his dream job in a few weeks. Mom, Granny Stella and Aunt Janel all went with me for my 18 week sonogram. Mom started screaming when the technician pointed out the little crease that meant I would be having a girl. The closet stocking started that day. My belly got bigger. Yvan, who had been team boy, was more excited about a little girl than he expected to be and has also enjoyed shopping for her. Spring break couldn't have come at a better time. I got spend time with whole family and had lots of fun chasing after Jhett. That kids doesn't walk anywhere, but all it takes is one "kiki" to get me to follow along. My belly got bigger.
That pretty much gets us all caught up. I'm sure there will be lots more changes before my little girl arrives and I am so ready for the challenge...if not the belly growing. :)
Sienna Rose Jayne is expected to make her debut on August 3, 2012.
Yvan and I are expecting a baby girl this August and we are so excited! This isn't exactly new information. I am already 21 weeks along. But, I finally have the time to share.
Our lives changed the moment that test stick said "pregant." The furniture Yvan was building for the house went from stuff for us to a crib for her. The money I usually spend on clothes for me went to clothes for her. The spare bedroom that still holds all my crafts supplies, Yvan's golf clubs, and a RockBand set will be cleaned out for a nursery rather than an office/spare bedroom. Its crazy.
I've also come to the realization that I will no longer have a Christmas. It shrunk exponentially when my nephew, Jhett, arrived and will I'm sure shrink again when this holiday rolls around. But, I'm okay with that. The things I wanted and needed a year ago, no longer matter. My days are spent decorating her nursery in my head and pinning things like a fool on Pinterest. Most of my pins are recipe related, but that is beside the point.
Here is brief recap to get everyone caught up on the last 6 months or so.
We bought a house and are still in the process of redecorating said house. I was completely overwhelmed with work. Between varsity gymnastics, middle school gymnastics and middle school cheer, I though I would drown. I might have. Still not real sure. We found out about our little girl Thanksgiving weekend and managed to keep it a secret until Christmas. We kept our fingers crossed that mom wouldn't blow the secret before I got to the 12 week mark. She didn't. Not really anyway. My belly got bigger. Yvan broke his hip but is healing up perfectly and should go back to his dream job in a few weeks. Mom, Granny Stella and Aunt Janel all went with me for my 18 week sonogram. Mom started screaming when the technician pointed out the little crease that meant I would be having a girl. The closet stocking started that day. My belly got bigger. Yvan, who had been team boy, was more excited about a little girl than he expected to be and has also enjoyed shopping for her. Spring break couldn't have come at a better time. I got spend time with whole family and had lots of fun chasing after Jhett. That kids doesn't walk anywhere, but all it takes is one "kiki" to get me to follow along. My belly got bigger.
That pretty much gets us all caught up. I'm sure there will be lots more changes before my little girl arrives and I am so ready for the challenge...if not the belly growing. :)
Sienna Rose Jayne is expected to make her debut on August 3, 2012.
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