Thursday, May 13, 2010

A Quick Trip to New Jersey

This past weekend we made a trip to New Jersey for our Neice, Abigail and our Nephew, Christopher's First Communion. We were also able to celebrate Jay's dad's 70th birthday. It was a very busy that even included a trip to the ER for James. He had a really high fever and we couldn't seem to keep it down and we were well over 24 hours.

Here are some pictures from the weekend.



James and Jay with Uncle Jimmy. Uncle Jimmy is Jay's godfather and one of James' namesakes.




Jay and his Godson, Christopher. (We should have gotten a picture with Uncle Jimmy, Jay and Christopher).



James and Daddy at the church.






All the cousins...from oldest to youngest - Nicholas, J.J., Matthew, Josie, Alexa, Christopher, Abigail and James.



James playing with his sweet girl cousins, Josie, Alexa, and Abigail.

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Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Father's Day

We were so blessed to celebrate Jay's first Father's Day on Sunday. Here is a pic of the father/son.



I am also very thankful and appreciative of the other Father's in my life. My dad, who did so much to help us get ready for little James' arrival. Also, my father-in-law, better known as Pop-Pop.

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Monday, May 11, 2009

35 Week Update

When did you find out you were pregnant?
October 17, 2008

Was it planned?
No, not at all. However,

What was your first reaction?
OMG, I AM pregnant. I can't drink at my friend's wedding this weekend and then holy cow!!

Who was with you when you found out?
No one initially, then I came out of the bathroom and told Jay!

Who was the first person you told?
Jay of course!

How did your parents react?
They were both surprised and excited!

What was your first symptom?
Well, missing my period. My boobs were sore, but I had written it off as PMS.

How much weight have you gained?
Not even 20 yet!

Do you have stretch marks?
None!

Natural or medicated birth?
After finding out more about the epidural tonight in birthing class, I think I am going to go natural.

Who will be in the delivery room with you?
Jay sure and maybe my mom and dad.

Will you breastfeed?
Absolutely.

Do you think you'll need a c-section?
I hope not. So far, so good on the reasons to have a c-section.

Will you cry when you hold the baby for the first time?
Maybe, but I think it will be a combination of emotions.

What's the first thing you might say to him/her?
"You're finally here"

Would you let someone videotape the birth?
Yes, from the head, but its not allowed at my hospital.

Are you excited about the birth, or scared?
Excited and nervous about all the unknowns.

How much does your baby weigh right now?
At 32 weeks he weighed 4 lbs. 3 oz., but I am sure he's more now!

What do you think she will look like?
No idea really! The only thing I think is that he will have a a head full of black hair!

What do you want to do that you couldn’t do throughout pregnancy?
Drink a beer - can't do that though, because I'll be breasfeeding!

What will you miss about pregnancy?
Feeling him move and having him all to myself!

What will you not miss about pregnancy?
uncomfortable sleeping

What is different about this pregnancy than your last?
No previous pregnancy!

What is the same as your last pregnancy?


Any cravings?
Nothing strange, it's just been random things. Little chocolate donuts, cookies and cream ice cream, hot fudge sundae's from McDonald's, pasta, cocoa pebbles.

Who do you think is next to get pregnant out of the people you know?
No idea! I know so many pregnant people!

How many kids do you want?
2 would be ideal, don't want 1 to be spoiled. however, we are blessed to be having one!

When will you try to have another baby?
Probably wait a little while, but I don't want to be "advanced maternal age"

What are you most excited about?
Watching Jay meet his son for the first time.

Where will this baby be born?
Flowood,MS at The Suites.

What do you think your baby will weigh and measure at birth?
I think right around 8 lbs. Length, not sure sure!
Just want him to be healthy!

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Tuesday, May 5, 2009

34 Week Update

How far along? 34 weeks 2 days
Total weight gain/loss: still holding steady under 20!
Maternity clothes? I am trying a dresses and skirt approach right. Pants are just not that comfy, unless of course they are the yoga kind!
Stretch marks? None
Sleep: getting worse; but i am hanging tough
Best moment this week: practicing breathing techniques and talking about labor in birthing class
Movement: it is starting to slow somewhat, which of course makes me nervous, but that is supposed to be because he is running our of room
Food cravings: this week it is cookies and cream ice cream! yum!
Gender: Can't wait for my little man to be here!
What I miss: in honor of today - a magarita!
What I am looking forward to: making some final decisions: which hospital to deliver in, do we need another piece of furniture
Weekly Wisdom: it's okay to let others help you,even if you do it yourself
Milestones: Belly is getting bigger!

I wanted to share a picture of Jay from birthing class. They filled this backpack with the weight that a woman will carry when she is full term. I *think* it weighed 28 pounds!

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