Tuesday, January 24, 2006
29 Weeks
The baby's ribs:
The baby's head, neck and shoulder:
The baby's shin and foot:
The baby's private business:
I went to see my OBGYN for my monthly routine check up today. Brace yourselves...I gained 6 pounds this month! Again, my doctor reminded me...only one pound a week. I know, I know! Tell that to this baby that keeps me hungry 24/7! My blood pressure is great, and I have had very little swelling so far. My doctor did not seem to be very worried about me testing borderline for Gestational Diabetes. He just suggested to watch my sugar and carbohydrate intake (the same as the nurse advised). I can do that! I've actually learned to acquire a taste for diet drinks. I didn't think I could drink diet sodas, but when you're desperate - you'll try anything! I had another ultrasound today. It's still a little girl (hotdog bun and all)! She is currently in the breech position. Her measurements are right on track (29-30 weeks). My doctor says she is probably around 3 and a half pounds right now. He anticipates her to weigh around 7 and a half pounds at birth. Can you believe that is only 11 weeks away? I can't believe how quickly this pregnancy has progressed!
PS - I'm feeling better now (at least for the moment). My hormones are giving me a break this week! (See my, "I Need Help!" post for more details.)
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Sunday, January 22, 2006
Where Have I Been?
Last night, my husband and I watched the movie "Hotel Rwanda." To be honest, I really didn't know the storyline behind this movie, but knew it was a true story. After watching it, I couldn't stop crying. The movie affected me so much, that I could not sleep last night. I kept thinking about how lucky we are in this country to have peace and security (for the most part). Why didn't anyone (besides a small UN force) come in and help these people? I'll admit that I am not up on politics and world news like I should be...I guess that is my mistake.permalink | posted by NaeNae at 9:40 AM
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
I Need Help!
It's been awhile since I've posted anything worthwhile around here. For that, I apologize. I am in a slump right now, and need to dig out. I contribute my funk to raging pregnancy hormones. I need to know if anyone else has ever been through anything like this. Here are a few of my symptoms:1. My birthday was last week. My entire family remembered my birthday and at least called. My mother-in-law brought over dinner and a birthday cake. My husband got me one of those Homedics back messagers to relieve my aching back. He was also kind enough to give me several foot messages. How did I react? I secretly cried because he didn't plan anything "special" or take me out for my birthday.
2. I love my job as a first grade teacher. I usually look forward to going to work everyday (with the exception of Mondays). But here lately, I don't want to be there. I find myself avoiding colleagues because I don't feel like joining in on the "small talk." I just want to do my job and go home. This is so unlike me.
3. I feel like a beached whale. I do not remember getting this "big" with my first pregnancy. It's hard for me to imagine what I will look like in 3 more months! In a matter of two weeks, I have started growing out of the maternity clothes I so cautiously bought (making sure I had plenty of room to grow). Now I find myself forking out more money on more maternity clothes that I will never use again. I'm not happy.
4. I have a very important project I need to work on and complete before the baby comes in April (National Boards). I am unmotivated to work on it, and have procrastinated in starting. I even considered not doing it at all, but finally came to my senses on that one. I'd be an idiot not to do this. It would mean a considerable pay increase if I pass!
5. Anyone who knows me, refers to me as a kind person. I have always been one to avoid or defuse conflicts. I would never intentionally say or do anything to hurt someone's feelings. However, with this pregnancy (as well as my first pregnancy), I blurt out whatever is on my mind, without thinking. If you want to know my honest opinion about something, ask me now! My true feelings are flying out left and right!
So there you have it! In case you haven't noticed, my attitude stinks right now! The only cure? Delivery of this baby, I'm afraid. I just pray I make it there with out hurting someone (that's a joke). Then its on to postpartum depression...Yee Ha!
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Saturday, January 14, 2006
Four Things
I saw this over at Sissyfuss and Morpheme Palette...thought I'd play along.Four Jobs You’ve Had in Your Life:
1. grocery store clerk
2. waitress
3. teacher
4. mother
Four Movies You Could Watch Over and Over:
1. Shawshank Redemption
2. Legends of the Fall
3. Lord of the Rings
4. Moll Flanders
Four Places You’ve Lived:
1. Webster, FL
2. St. Marys, GA
3. Virginia Beach, VA
4. Albemarle, NC
Four Websites You Visit Daily:
1. celebrity-babies.com
2. people.com
3. various blogs
4. NBPTS.org
Four TV Shows You Love To Watch:
1. Lost
2. Desperate Housewives
3. King of Queens
4. any "baby" show (Birth Day, A Baby Story, etc.)
Four of Your Favorite Foods:
1. Italian
2. cheesecake
3. cinnamon rolls
4. Snickers or Ghirardelli caramel chocolates
Four Albums You Can’t Live Without (at least for the moment):
1. Nickelback
2. Kenny Chesney
3. Kelly Clarkson
4. "Walk the Line" soundtrack
Four Places You’d Rather Be:
1. dinner
2. movie
3. pedicure/manicure
4. sleeping
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Monday, January 09, 2006
27 Weeks
27 Weeks
Originally uploaded by naenae32.
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Borderline
In my last post, I talked about failing my first sugar tolerance test for Gestational Diabetes. Last Thursday, I went in for the 3 hour test I mentioned. What a nightmare! Besides the fact that I had to sit in the doctor's office for over 3 hours, I was "stuck" numerous times because the nurse had a hard time finding veins to draw blood. According to her, I have "small" veins - and after drawing blood once from a single vein, the vein would not cooperate again. She would then have to find a new vein to draw blood from. I ended up with bruises on both arms and both hands. I did however learn that my hands were easier to draw blood from (opposed to my arms). The last hour I spent at the doctor's office was a complete waste. You see, they draw blood once every hour for testing. By the third hour, the nurse could no longer get blood from me. She said it was due to being dehydrated. Have you ever heard of not being able to bleed from dehydration? I'm a little confused by this...but I was tired of being a pin cushion, so I was thankful when she said she could use what she had from the first two hours.
Today I learned the results from my testing. I am considered "borderline" for having Gestational Diabetes. I barely passed the screening. The nurse suggested I take it easy on sugars and carbohydrates just to be safe. She also told me the doctor would look over my numbers and talk with me more about it at my next appointment. So...here I am wondering what is okay or not okay to eat. I love eating fresh fruits. Is this considered a safe sugar intake? I know I have to cut back on soft drinks. I am addicted to soft drinks. I have been pretty good about staying away from caffeine by drinking Sprite and Mt. Dew with no caffeine throughout my pregnancy. But now with having to also stay away from sugar, I am depressed! I have never been able to drink "diet" sodas, so I guess I need to start drinking more water.
So I get this info early this morning. Guess what I've eaten today? Grits, eggs and toast (by the way, are grits considered a carb?), macaroni and cheese (pasta is a no-no), an apple flavored popsicle, a brownie, pizza and breadsticks. I'm doing great already (that's a joke)! I plan to turn over a new leaf tomorrow. Any suggestions? I've never followed a low carb/low sugar diet before. I don't know what to avoid or where to begin. HELP!
On a different note...
I got this sudden urge to look at the new babies at our hospital today. K-Bugg and I visited the nursery at the hospital, but they were all with their mommies. I can't wait for Ella Ruby to be here with us!
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Wednesday, January 04, 2006
Fun, Fun, Fun!
Yesterday I had a message from a nurse at my OBGYN's office. She asked that I please call her as soon as possible. After hearing the message, I felt a little nervous about calling her. I immediately called to find out what the urgency was all about. She proceeded to tell me that I had failed my "sugar test" (testing for Gestational Diabetes) and needed to come in this week for a more in-depth screening. This screening will last three hours instead of one. What am I going to do for three hours? Did I also mention that they will draw blood periodically throughout the three hour period? I hate giving blood. Has anyone ever had to go through this second screening before? Any information about it would be appreciated!
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