Saturday, October 29, 2011
Prayer Request
Everyone has told us that being a parent will be the best thing to ever happen to us. They also say you will never stop worrying for your child. Well I guess that all starts now. We were told on Tuesday that Poppyseed may have enlarged kidneys and will need a more advanced ultrasound to see exactly what is going on. The ultrasound will be next Thursday. We haven't googled anything because we don't want to make ourselves sick with worry. We are trusting that God will take care of our sweet boy and all will be well. We will keep everyone posted and ask that you keep him in your prayers. Thank you.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Woo Pig Sooie...Baby Style
A package arrived in the mail today. My parents sent some Hog baby attire and it is so cute. The cap is so small and the onesie is sized at 6 months which is just in time for the 2012 football season. Jeremy is officially on the hunt for a tiny NC State cap and onesie to complete our football attire for baby Williams.
Monday, October 3, 2011
19 Weeks and Counting
Today marks the 19th week of the pregnancy. Hard to believe that at this time next week I will be half way there. We found out last Tuesday that we are having a boy. To say that we are excited would be an understatement. We both wanted a healthy baby of course, but Jeremy was really hoping for a boy. I could have gone either way. Here was my pro girl reasoning: a girl would be great because of the sweet pigtails, dance classes, sugar, spice, and all of that. But, being a girl myself, I know that preteen girls are not always lovely to their parents. My poor mother had to put up with a lot from me. My pro boy reasoning was that a boy would still love his mama even during the preteen years. Plus soccer, football, and just plan rough house boy fun sounded appealing. The down side is knowing how gross little boys can be. Trust me, I lived it see Vincent and Turner Crow. My reasoning, I realize, is ridiculous and probably far fetched, but oh well.
So I went into the gender appointment with my original hope--a healthy baby. After getting weight (on track gaining), blood pressure (surprisingly normal considering I had just raced to the DR from a stressful school day), and iron check (on point!) we moved back to the ultrasound room. Everything is developing fine. Ten fingers, ten toes, a beating heart, and a developing brain. We have to go back for an additional ultrasound to check the heart because Poppyseed was not in the mood to let us see how that is developing. It's nothing to be concerned about. It just means that we get to see him again very soon. He turned to us and gave us a high five. He must have been in a better mood than last time since the last time he did nothing but moon us. His heartbeat was strong and then came the moment of truth. Jeremy looked at the screen and asked, "Is that a winkie?" I had never heard him use that word so just hearing it was funny. After the "winkie" was confirmed Jeremy threw his arms in the air and exclaimed, "YES!!!!!" A very cool moment to share indeed. It took a moment to set in that we had a son. A SON! Crazy but an exciting and wonderful thought.
And so the path to preparing for a boy begins. We are discussing names and have not come to a conclusion yet. We have decided that we would like to keep the name a secret until the big day. We really like the idea of keeping the name just between us and making this important decision together. We know that some people might not like this, but come on, who doesn't like a good surprise?!? We are clearing out the room that will be the nursery, thinking about paint, furniture, attending Baby Expos, getting info on doctors and birthing classes, and everything else in between. It feels overwhelming because there is so much but we are taking it one weekend at a time. The Internet and pregnancy books are proving to be quite helpful in getting lists together for the nursery and registry. Who knew a little baby BOY would need so much?
So everyone keeps asking how I am feeling and other pregnancy related details so here you go:
FEELING: Overall pretty good. I have some days of extreme productivity and sometimes extreme fatigue. For the most part the 2nd trimester energy is pretty awesome, just like my mom said. Sometimes Jeremy has to make me sit down and take a break. When he does it usually results in a quick nap. Sleep while you can, that's what people say.
SLEEP: I am learning to sleep on my left side and propped up on pillows. I am a stomach sleeper so it has been an adjustment. I am still getting up at least once a night to use the bathroom, but, for now, I am able to fall back to sleep. I wake up very early, but all the more time to get things done.
CRAVINGS: 1st trimester was all about the Frosty. The 2nd trimester is all about Franks Red Hot sauce on anything, collard greens with Aunt Annie's Mac and Cheese (Yes, Terry and Taffy it is organic), and chocolate. I feel like I am eating all the time, but when you are eating for two...
OUTBURSTS: Hormones are just silly. Sometimes I cry for no reason and wind up feeling so ridiculous. I have cried over a Frosty and thinking I ate too much. REALLY? Jeremy is a great support system, but I know that he secretly thinks that I am crazy.
NURSERY IDEAS: Green walls and white furniture
NAME IDEAS: Don't you wish
CONCERNS: Making good food choices, not yelling too loudly and jumping too much during Razorback games, not overdoing it, getting everything done, and finding outfits in the morning
PAPO MONK'S ADVICE: Tell the boy to not get involved in football or basketball. Be a fisherman. He'll live longer.
THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY (BESIDES CHOCOLATE): Remembering Jeremy's face while he watched the ultrasound, talking to a baby bump on the way to school, and most importantly feeling little Poppyseed move.
Thanks for all the love, support, and prayers. We appreciate it so much. We ask that you keep us in your prayers and thoughts as we continue this journey. Apologies for the length, but since I haven't blogged in a while I figured that I would cram it all in.
So I went into the gender appointment with my original hope--a healthy baby. After getting weight (on track gaining), blood pressure (surprisingly normal considering I had just raced to the DR from a stressful school day), and iron check (on point!) we moved back to the ultrasound room. Everything is developing fine. Ten fingers, ten toes, a beating heart, and a developing brain. We have to go back for an additional ultrasound to check the heart because Poppyseed was not in the mood to let us see how that is developing. It's nothing to be concerned about. It just means that we get to see him again very soon. He turned to us and gave us a high five. He must have been in a better mood than last time since the last time he did nothing but moon us. His heartbeat was strong and then came the moment of truth. Jeremy looked at the screen and asked, "Is that a winkie?" I had never heard him use that word so just hearing it was funny. After the "winkie" was confirmed Jeremy threw his arms in the air and exclaimed, "YES!!!!!" A very cool moment to share indeed. It took a moment to set in that we had a son. A SON! Crazy but an exciting and wonderful thought.
And so the path to preparing for a boy begins. We are discussing names and have not come to a conclusion yet. We have decided that we would like to keep the name a secret until the big day. We really like the idea of keeping the name just between us and making this important decision together. We know that some people might not like this, but come on, who doesn't like a good surprise?!? We are clearing out the room that will be the nursery, thinking about paint, furniture, attending Baby Expos, getting info on doctors and birthing classes, and everything else in between. It feels overwhelming because there is so much but we are taking it one weekend at a time. The Internet and pregnancy books are proving to be quite helpful in getting lists together for the nursery and registry. Who knew a little baby BOY would need so much?
So everyone keeps asking how I am feeling and other pregnancy related details so here you go:
FEELING: Overall pretty good. I have some days of extreme productivity and sometimes extreme fatigue. For the most part the 2nd trimester energy is pretty awesome, just like my mom said. Sometimes Jeremy has to make me sit down and take a break. When he does it usually results in a quick nap. Sleep while you can, that's what people say.
SLEEP: I am learning to sleep on my left side and propped up on pillows. I am a stomach sleeper so it has been an adjustment. I am still getting up at least once a night to use the bathroom, but, for now, I am able to fall back to sleep. I wake up very early, but all the more time to get things done.
CRAVINGS: 1st trimester was all about the Frosty. The 2nd trimester is all about Franks Red Hot sauce on anything, collard greens with Aunt Annie's Mac and Cheese (Yes, Terry and Taffy it is organic), and chocolate. I feel like I am eating all the time, but when you are eating for two...
OUTBURSTS: Hormones are just silly. Sometimes I cry for no reason and wind up feeling so ridiculous. I have cried over a Frosty and thinking I ate too much. REALLY? Jeremy is a great support system, but I know that he secretly thinks that I am crazy.
NURSERY IDEAS: Green walls and white furniture
NAME IDEAS: Don't you wish
CONCERNS: Making good food choices, not yelling too loudly and jumping too much during Razorback games, not overdoing it, getting everything done, and finding outfits in the morning
PAPO MONK'S ADVICE: Tell the boy to not get involved in football or basketball. Be a fisherman. He'll live longer.
THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY (BESIDES CHOCOLATE): Remembering Jeremy's face while he watched the ultrasound, talking to a baby bump on the way to school, and most importantly feeling little Poppyseed move.
Thanks for all the love, support, and prayers. We appreciate it so much. We ask that you keep us in your prayers and thoughts as we continue this journey. Apologies for the length, but since I haven't blogged in a while I figured that I would cram it all in.
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