I bet you missed me just a little. I was in a little bit of a funk and really didn't want to be around the world. So now as for where I have been. It has been a lot of just at home sitting by myself on the couch exciting I know. That really is where I have been. With the exception of the Drs office. I did get a little bit of a break and was allowed to go to my shower and 2 baby classes. I have been really bad though and haven't even touched the camera so I have no clue what pics were even taken at my shower.
Breastfeeding class:
I felt like such an outsider because I was the only one that mentioned I was having twins so I was asking questions about twins. Come to find out after the class there were two other twin mommies to be in the class. The class was ok kinda one sided and pushing the if you dont do this your a bad mommy line. Over all it made me feel like I really will be able to attempt.
Showers:
So my second shower was in Manteca and I had a lot of fun. It was really great getting out of the house and having people wait on me. We played games and got gifts but I think the highlight was before the shower even started.
We went to the restaurant early to have lunch without being watched. I was eating in the private room as my mom and sister decorated because the other hostesses were running late. Well the lady cleaning the table noticed that it was being set up for a shower and asked who was having a baby. I told her it was me and it was babies actually 2 of them. He reply takes the cake my sister and I could have died laughing. Totally serious she says "you mean they might be twins?" lol I wish now I would have come up with a reply but I didn't. I just laughed and she left the room.
The following weekend a few friends came over because they couldn't make it to the first shower and we had a girls movie and gossip day and it was fun.
Baby Care class:
This class was more for Erick and he was excited for it. I think he learned a few things but overall we made fun of the videos that were way out of date. The most fun thing was that before the class they had dolls set up ad Erick got to learn how to swaddle using a regular blanket. He was really good except he kept banging the dolls head on the table. lol.
Drs appointment:
I gained weight. WOO HOO I was very excited. The Dr said I am measuring 41cm. I have to go in every Monday in addition to my Wed. appointments now. On Mondays I have to go to the hospital though for NSTs. The Dr said I could come into the office and do them but they take a lot longer because they would have to do one baby then the other. lol no thank you I will go to the hospital. I am now allowed to not just stay home as long as I extremely limit walking and standing. What that means is I can go out and see the world as long as I do it from a seated position. We can now take drives or go out to dinner or the movies. Which brings me to my next place I have been.
The movies:
Ok so last night DH took me to the movie to see Eagle Eye. Well these 3 boys (maybe 6th grade) sit behind us. When the movie was over they go down one set of stairs so we go down the other. Erick beat them but they were nice and stopped and let me go with him. I thanked them.
I was thinking what little gentlemen. I could hear him telling his mom "look how pregnant she is" (the 3 boys 3 moms were sitting in front of us). I heard his mom tell him how nice it was for him to let me go first and everything. As we were walking out I turn to look behind me and the little ass is making fun of the way I am walking. He had his hands out as far as they could go and was leaning back and waddling.
BTW the movie was good.
I know I need to get some new pics up. Shower, belly, baby, and whatnot. Maybe sometime this week. Right now my goal is to do the thank you note that have been looking at me for 3 weeks now. Once I get those done I need to get my Christmas cards done so they can be mailed on Wed. We never gave out our new address so I want to get them out so people have it. My goal is to be the first card anyone gets.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Thursday, November 13, 2008
I was tagged...Again.
Rules:
1. Link to the person who tagged you. - Sweatpea
2. Share 7 random and/or weird facts about you. - see below
3. Tag 7 random people at the end, and include links to their blogs.
beefsbride, mwilson44, Mrs.McJeep, Disney102399, ImRonBurgundy?, emma58, and EverAfterinMi
4. Let each person know they’ve been tagged by leaving a comment on their blogs.
1. In the last 4 days I have only talked face to face with 3 people.
2. I get bored and move the furniture when Erick isnt home (pre-bedrest) just because I need a change.
3. I tell everyone my disney movie collection is for the kids but really they are mine and the twins better keep their hands off mommy's movies.
4. One of my favorite things is to hide and jump out when Erick walks by just to get him to jump.
5. I love to bake but I really have to be in the mood. This is actually the first year I am not making homemade pumpkin pies (I dont use that canned crap).
6. I love the Harry Potter books and movies and am actually thinking of rereading the series for the 6th time. Ok thats not exactly true I have read book 1 5x, 2 5x, 3 5x, 4 4x, 5 3x, 6 2x, 7 1x. Every time a new book came out I reread everything before it before reading the new one.
7. I am more afraid of family not respecting the time Erick and I want to ourselves to bond with the twins after delivery then the actual delivery. We want at least an hour of just the 4 of us to have time to feed, look, touch, hold, get a shower myself, and get comfortable before we want ANYONE there.
1. Link to the person who tagged you. - Sweatpea
2. Share 7 random and/or weird facts about you. - see below
3. Tag 7 random people at the end, and include links to their blogs.
beefsbride, mwilson44, Mrs.McJeep, Disney102399, ImRonBurgundy?, emma58, and EverAfterinMi
4. Let each person know they’ve been tagged by leaving a comment on their blogs.
1. In the last 4 days I have only talked face to face with 3 people.
2. I get bored and move the furniture when Erick isnt home (pre-bedrest) just because I need a change.
3. I tell everyone my disney movie collection is for the kids but really they are mine and the twins better keep their hands off mommy's movies.
4. One of my favorite things is to hide and jump out when Erick walks by just to get him to jump.
5. I love to bake but I really have to be in the mood. This is actually the first year I am not making homemade pumpkin pies (I dont use that canned crap).
6. I love the Harry Potter books and movies and am actually thinking of rereading the series for the 6th time. Ok thats not exactly true I have read book 1 5x, 2 5x, 3 5x, 4 4x, 5 3x, 6 2x, 7 1x. Every time a new book came out I reread everything before it before reading the new one.
7. I am more afraid of family not respecting the time Erick and I want to ourselves to bond with the twins after delivery then the actual delivery. We want at least an hour of just the 4 of us to have time to feed, look, touch, hold, get a shower myself, and get comfortable before we want ANYONE there.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Bad Dr no cookie
I dont think I will make another appointment with him and if I happen to go into labor on his day I think I will just cross my legs and hold them in til I get a new Dr.
First off he was the first of the 6 Drs I have seen in the practice that didn't even glance in my chart before my appointment. He didn't even know we were having twins.
Then He delighted in pointing out things that I was wrong about (baby locations and EDD). He actually told me that in my chart there were 4 EDD and none of them were the one I was saying. Funny because the one I am telling you is the one that they have been telling me for more then 20 weeks.
Then when I asked if I should be concerned that in less then a week I have lost 8 lbs he told me not to worry there is more then enough weight there. Thanks buddy I know Im fat I was actually seeing the Dr and lost 40 lbs before I got pregnant you would know that if you have read any of my chart.
So now I am up a grand total of 15 lbs and cant wait til next week to see the Dr I like. I have a lot of questions but got sick of trying to talk to the jack ass.
First off he was the first of the 6 Drs I have seen in the practice that didn't even glance in my chart before my appointment. He didn't even know we were having twins.
Then He delighted in pointing out things that I was wrong about (baby locations and EDD). He actually told me that in my chart there were 4 EDD and none of them were the one I was saying. Funny because the one I am telling you is the one that they have been telling me for more then 20 weeks.
Then when I asked if I should be concerned that in less then a week I have lost 8 lbs he told me not to worry there is more then enough weight there. Thanks buddy I know Im fat I was actually seeing the Dr and lost 40 lbs before I got pregnant you would know that if you have read any of my chart.
So now I am up a grand total of 15 lbs and cant wait til next week to see the Dr I like. I have a lot of questions but got sick of trying to talk to the jack ass.
Friday, November 7, 2008
29 weeks a day late
Well this week has been fun. You all know about the hospital trip but I have yet to update you on the follow-up visit. Well to start it off I lost more weight. I am now only up 16 lbs. So in 2 days I lost 5 lbs. The Dr said no lifting more then 10 lbs, yes I am still on bed rest, any leaking or cramps to go in and if I think I need to be checked he thinks I need to be checked. On bed rest I am allowed to go to the bathroom, shower and eat. I need to be sitting, laying down or reclining as much as I can. I did get permission to go to my baby shower tomorrow and the baby classes at the hospital. I am still on Terbutaline every 4 hrs and will continue that for another 5 weeks. The hope is that this 5 weeks will allow my uterus to calm down and contractions will stop and I will be able to continue being pregnant. As of right now I am not getting steroids and I do not need mag. sulfate. I am now on weekly appointments. While at my appointment I got my first "Wow your about to pop arnt you?" comment. To which I replied "no actually I should have 11 weeks left but it is twins" lol the lady looked shocked. What do you think?
I have come to the conclusion that I do not like my belly rubbed but I do not mind if they feel. To me there is a difference. The other thing I have realized is that phone calls are annoying. If you are not going to come visit me I dont want to be on the phone with you because I would rather be napping and chances are you are calling in the middle of my nap. So for those that really know me my phone is on vibrate and most likely in the other room. Trust me no news is good news. And if I dont answer AIM it does not mean I am avoiding you but rather I fell asleep with the computer open or went to the bathroom or am in the shower. If I am on the computer I will answer.
I have come to the conclusion that I do not like my belly rubbed but I do not mind if they feel. To me there is a difference. The other thing I have realized is that phone calls are annoying. If you are not going to come visit me I dont want to be on the phone with you because I would rather be napping and chances are you are calling in the middle of my nap. So for those that really know me my phone is on vibrate and most likely in the other room. Trust me no news is good news. And if I dont answer AIM it does not mean I am avoiding you but rather I fell asleep with the computer open or went to the bathroom or am in the shower. If I am on the computer I will answer.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
found this and thought it was funny
Dear Non-Pregnant Person,
I hope you find these guidelines helpful in your interactions with pregnant women as failing to follow them may result in serious physical harm. ..
If you are thinking, surely she doesn't mean me- then you should probably read this twice.
1) The appropriate response to a couple telling you they are having ababy is "Congratulations!" with enthusiasm.
Any other response makes you an a$$
2) Through the wonders of science, we now know that babies are made ONLY by the mother and father- not grandparents. Unless the baby is in your uterus or you are the man that helped put it there, you may not ever use the phrase "my baby".
3) On the same note, unless you made the baby as defined in 2, the pregnancy, birth and raising of the child are not about you.You do not have input. No one wants to hear your opinion unless they ask for it. The same goes for the name of the baby.
4) The body of a pregnant women should be treated the same as any other body.You would not randomly touch someone's stomach if they were not pregnant, nor would you inquire into the condition of their uterus,cervix or how they plan to use their breasts.Pregnancy does not remove all traces of privacy from a woman.
5) Likewise, no women wants to hear comments on her weight- ever.A pregnant woman does not find it flattering that you think she is about is pop, must be having twins, looks swollen or has gained weight in her face.Telling her she looks too small only makes her worry that she is somehow starving her baby. Making such comments invite her to critique your physical appearance and you may not act offended.The only acceptable comment on appearance is "You look fabulous!".
6) By the time we are 20-30 years old, most of us have picked up on thefact that the summer is hot. We are hot every summer when we are not pregnant. We don't need you to point out that we will be miserably hot before the baby comes.
7) There is a reason that tickets to L&D are not yet sold on Ticketmaster. Childbirth is actually not a public event. It may soundcrazy, but some women really do not relish the idea of their mother, MIL or a host of other family members seeing their bare butt and genitals.Also, some people simply feel like the birth of their child is a private and emotional moment to be shared only by the parents.Like everything else in life, unless you receive an invitation, you are NOT invited.This includes doctor appointments, ultrasounds, labor,delivery, the hospital and the parents home.You do not decide if you will be there for the birth or if you will move in with the new parents to "help out".If your assistance is desired, rest assured that you willbe asked for it.
9) If you are asked to help after the birth, this means you should cleanup the house, help with cooking meals, and generally stay out of the way.Holding the baby more than the parents, interfering withbreastfeeding and sleeping schedules and making a woman who is still leaking fluid from multiple locations lift a finger in housework is not helping.
10) The only people entitled to time with the baby are the parents.Whether they choose to have you at the hospital for the birth or ask for you to wait three weeks to visit, appreciate that you are are being given the privilege of seeing their child.Complaining or showing disappointment only encourages the parents to include you less.I hope this helps- it sure makes us feel better.
Signed,
All Pregnant Women
I hope you find these guidelines helpful in your interactions with pregnant women as failing to follow them may result in serious physical harm. ..
If you are thinking, surely she doesn't mean me- then you should probably read this twice.
1) The appropriate response to a couple telling you they are having ababy is "Congratulations!" with enthusiasm.
Any other response makes you an a$$
2) Through the wonders of science, we now know that babies are made ONLY by the mother and father- not grandparents. Unless the baby is in your uterus or you are the man that helped put it there, you may not ever use the phrase "my baby".
3) On the same note, unless you made the baby as defined in 2, the pregnancy, birth and raising of the child are not about you.You do not have input. No one wants to hear your opinion unless they ask for it. The same goes for the name of the baby.
4) The body of a pregnant women should be treated the same as any other body.You would not randomly touch someone's stomach if they were not pregnant, nor would you inquire into the condition of their uterus,cervix or how they plan to use their breasts.Pregnancy does not remove all traces of privacy from a woman.
5) Likewise, no women wants to hear comments on her weight- ever.A pregnant woman does not find it flattering that you think she is about is pop, must be having twins, looks swollen or has gained weight in her face.Telling her she looks too small only makes her worry that she is somehow starving her baby. Making such comments invite her to critique your physical appearance and you may not act offended.The only acceptable comment on appearance is "You look fabulous!".
6) By the time we are 20-30 years old, most of us have picked up on thefact that the summer is hot. We are hot every summer when we are not pregnant. We don't need you to point out that we will be miserably hot before the baby comes.
7) There is a reason that tickets to L&D are not yet sold on Ticketmaster. Childbirth is actually not a public event. It may soundcrazy, but some women really do not relish the idea of their mother, MIL or a host of other family members seeing their bare butt and genitals.Also, some people simply feel like the birth of their child is a private and emotional moment to be shared only by the parents.Like everything else in life, unless you receive an invitation, you are NOT invited.This includes doctor appointments, ultrasounds, labor,delivery, the hospital and the parents home.You do not decide if you will be there for the birth or if you will move in with the new parents to "help out".If your assistance is desired, rest assured that you willbe asked for it.
9) If you are asked to help after the birth, this means you should cleanup the house, help with cooking meals, and generally stay out of the way.Holding the baby more than the parents, interfering withbreastfeeding and sleeping schedules and making a woman who is still leaking fluid from multiple locations lift a finger in housework is not helping.
10) The only people entitled to time with the baby are the parents.Whether they choose to have you at the hospital for the birth or ask for you to wait three weeks to visit, appreciate that you are are being given the privilege of seeing their child.Complaining or showing disappointment only encourages the parents to include you less.I hope this helps- it sure makes us feel better.
Signed,
All Pregnant Women
Monday, November 3, 2008
Interesting day (some yucky info)
So today started strange and just got better lol. Today Erick took his first sick day in 3 years. Why you ask....Tummy trouble. So I got the car and went to work. I was subbing 1st grade. I woke up feeling off but not bad just off. I go about my day and a little before 10 I start to feel contractions. I time them and they are 7 min apart. I get 6 and it is lunch time. I went and told the office they attempted to send me home and I didnt go. Maybe it was silly but I wanted to eat and the rest of the day was easy (movie, music, math then home). I Eat lunch and drink and the contractions slow down to 20 min apart. At this point the principal is following me and the teachers are hovering. If I burped I was asked how I was. I put a call into the Dr. (Really it is great to be loved by a school that much). Back to class and the contractions are slowing down but are feeling stronger. The office attempts to call me twice, I attempt to call back (cell was being picky). Finally I get a hold of someone that says take it easy and come in for an appointment. I finish the day and leave school as soon as all my class has left. I pick Erick up and head to my appointment. Get there contractions are back to 15 min apart and I would say about a 3.5 out of 5. Called back, weigh in (down 1 lb) and pee in a cup. I am told they will check me only if I want. I say I want done what needs to get done and am told to undress. Quick u/s both babies moving all over the place. They do a swab to see in labor is going to be soon and check my cervix 1 cm dilated. I am told I need to go in for monitoring. So off to the hospital. Get there (430) they send Erick to admitting to check me in so I cant be hooked up right away. I am no sooner in the door then they tell me I am the third set of twins to come in tonight. I am hooked up an they try to get the babies on the monitor. The twins were having nothing of it. They would only stay still if the nurse stood there and held the monitor. They give up for a little bit after she stood there for 10 min recording the HB. This is when I am told that my contractions are about 5 min apart and I am only feeling every 3rd-4th one. So I get Turbeline (sp?) This brings down the intensity and slows them bout doesnt stop them. They come back and give me another shot and a pill. This makes them almost completely stop. I am getting hungry. They bring me a tray. I got the the bathroom before eating. After taking about 5 bites I feel funny. I page the nurse and as soon as I hit the button everything in my tummy comes out right in my lap. They come running in to see my 4 spray of vomit that is now in bed with me. Im shaking and am covered in puke but feel much better and am even laughing with the nurse as he takes everything off my bed and tosses it in the trash. I get told now we have to watch some more. My contractions start back up but they are still talking about sending me home. Erick is passed out in the chair and I jsut sit there a little longer. I failed my next watch by one contraction. Finally they come in and tell me that I am going home and need to hurry because they called in more of the pills for me to take every 4 hours and the pharm. closes at 9 (45 min) from discharge being signed.
So now I am home...yes I made it and got the pills but I am on strict bed rest. I have to call in if I have any discharge, more then 4 contractions in an hour or less then 4 kicks in 30 min (tested after breakfast). I go see the Dr for a followup on Wed.
So now I am home...yes I made it and got the pills but I am on strict bed rest. I have to call in if I have any discharge, more then 4 contractions in an hour or less then 4 kicks in 30 min (tested after breakfast). I go see the Dr for a followup on Wed.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Not feeling to good about myself
Please don't ask me what is wrong I don't want to talk about it. If those that saw me today read this THANK YOU SO MUCH. You mean so much to me. I think that I am going to take a little blogging break until after my next appointment. Sorry
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