Hi Everyone,
My last midwife appointment was on July 29th and it went great! She had me eat two hours prior to coming in, then she checked my blood sugar at the appointment --- which was awesome, she seemed shocked it was so good! She said did you eat, I said yes and told her what I'd had... so she was happy and we were happy. They also checked my iron levels, blood pressure and checked for protein in my urine, all were great!! We heard the baby's heartbeat which was 155, easy for her to find and totally normal. She felt around and figured out that little Taysen it still head up, her back is up against my right side and her feet down low. She said that her position is totally normal but we don't want her getting "comfy" that way. So, she instructed me to put headphones on my lower belly and play music for her. The idea is that at some point, sooner rather than later, she try to get her head toward the music and be head down.
Tyler set my mp3 player up with some praise and worship music and I've been playing it for her for a few hours a day --- I don't think she's turned just yet but I know she will at just the right time.
Until next time friends!!! Love yall, Jenn
Friday, August 6, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Week 29!!!
So... I'm not posting the fruit or veggie for these weeks because it's a squash. A squash?! They come in all shapes and sizes and it wasn't a very good comparison! But here is what it had to say about baby Taysen's development weeks 29 - 32.
Baby’s energy is surging, thanks to the formation of white fat deposits beneath the skin. (Have those kicks and jabs to the ribs tipped you off yet?) Baby is also settling into sleep and waking cycles, though -- as you’ve also probably noticed -- they don’t necessarily coincide with your own. Also this month, all five senses are finally functional, and the brain and nervous system are going through major developments.
So there you have it, she's growing and probably somewhere between 2.9 - 3.2 lbs at the moment... she loves punching, flipping, kicking and in general just moving around. I LOVE being woken up 30 minutes before my alarm goes off because she doesn't want to be still! Just Kidding, not a huge fan of that part, but it's totally worth it to know my sweet girl is doing well and growing fast.
It seems like these next 12 weeks can't go by fast enough, yet I still feel like I have much to do. My bedding is ordered, along with some fabric to match so that I can have Carrie Gant make me window treatments... my Crib and Changing Station are both ordered... and I have a couple of really cute shelves I need to hang... but most importantly I need all those things to come in so I can finish the nursery. I say "finish" like I've started, which I haven't... my shelves and cute decorations are patiently awaiting the furniture and bedding to make sure they get hung in the right place. Her room is going to be cowgirl! I searched and searched for beautiful girly bedding that was both vintage and frilly AND would go with barnwood furniture because that's what we have in that room. Well, never found any I loved BUT I did find a western set that I loved. So I picked out a crib that was vintage and distressed looking because I knew it would make the western more girly and definitely go with the barnwood furniture already there. I'll post picture when it comes in, don't want to ruin the surprise now.
This weekend is my sweet nieces 1st birthday, the next weekend Tyler and I are taking our concealed handgun class, then I have two "free" weekends before my first baby shower. I'm so looking forward to all of the fun events in August and am so thankful for my sweet family and friends who are throwing me a shower. I know it's going to be wonderful and I can't wait to post pics of that either!
SO MANY BLESSINGS AHEAD!! LORD, GIVE ME THE PATIENCE TO ENJOY EACH MOMENT AS IT COMES!!
Baby’s energy is surging, thanks to the formation of white fat deposits beneath the skin. (Have those kicks and jabs to the ribs tipped you off yet?) Baby is also settling into sleep and waking cycles, though -- as you’ve also probably noticed -- they don’t necessarily coincide with your own. Also this month, all five senses are finally functional, and the brain and nervous system are going through major developments.
So there you have it, she's growing and probably somewhere between 2.9 - 3.2 lbs at the moment... she loves punching, flipping, kicking and in general just moving around. I LOVE being woken up 30 minutes before my alarm goes off because she doesn't want to be still! Just Kidding, not a huge fan of that part, but it's totally worth it to know my sweet girl is doing well and growing fast.
It seems like these next 12 weeks can't go by fast enough, yet I still feel like I have much to do. My bedding is ordered, along with some fabric to match so that I can have Carrie Gant make me window treatments... my Crib and Changing Station are both ordered... and I have a couple of really cute shelves I need to hang... but most importantly I need all those things to come in so I can finish the nursery. I say "finish" like I've started, which I haven't... my shelves and cute decorations are patiently awaiting the furniture and bedding to make sure they get hung in the right place. Her room is going to be cowgirl! I searched and searched for beautiful girly bedding that was both vintage and frilly AND would go with barnwood furniture because that's what we have in that room. Well, never found any I loved BUT I did find a western set that I loved. So I picked out a crib that was vintage and distressed looking because I knew it would make the western more girly and definitely go with the barnwood furniture already there. I'll post picture when it comes in, don't want to ruin the surprise now.
This weekend is my sweet nieces 1st birthday, the next weekend Tyler and I are taking our concealed handgun class, then I have two "free" weekends before my first baby shower. I'm so looking forward to all of the fun events in August and am so thankful for my sweet family and friends who are throwing me a shower. I know it's going to be wonderful and I can't wait to post pics of that either!
SO MANY BLESSINGS AHEAD!! LORD, GIVE ME THE PATIENCE TO ENJOY EACH MOMENT AS IT COMES!!
Friday, July 9, 2010
Weeks 25 - 28... getting SOOO close!!!
Weeks 25-28 (month 6): Eggplant
Let your spouse put an ear to your belly -- he might be able to pick up baby's heartbeat (no stethoscope required). Inside the womb, the formation of tiny capillaries is giving baby a healthy pink glow. Baby's also soaking up your antibodies, getting the immune system ready for life outside the womb. Eyes are forming, and baby will soon perfect the blink -- perfect for batting those freshly grown lashes.
Let your spouse put an ear to your belly -- he might be able to pick up baby's heartbeat (no stethoscope required). Inside the womb, the formation of tiny capillaries is giving baby a healthy pink glow. Baby's also soaking up your antibodies, getting the immune system ready for life outside the womb. Eyes are forming, and baby will soon perfect the blink -- perfect for batting those freshly grown lashes.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Father's Day
Here are a couple of pics from our fabulous Father's Day at my Dad's. Tyler is going to be such a great dad, just like his... I CAN'T WAIT!!
Loving it!
I am really enjoying this part of pregnancy. Her movements and kicks feel stronger each day, to the point that Daddy gets to feel them sometimes too. Plus, when I'm working I actually "feel" like she's working with me :) I've started back to prenatal yoga and started using the treadmill again, hopefully I will continue this routine until the birth!!
Working on getting her bedding made right now, after we do, I'll post some pics :)
Working on getting her bedding made right now, after we do, I'll post some pics :)
Weeks 21 - 25
Weeks 21-24 (Month 5): Papaya
Watch what you say -- baby is now able to hear outside noise from down in the womb. Studies show that baby finds gentle music and your own voice most soothing. Nipples are starting to sprout, and that little face is fully formed. And, baby's starting to settle into sleep cycles, snoozing about 12 to 14 hours a day. It shouldn't be hard to figure out when -- just pay attention to those kicks as they start and stop.
Friday, June 11, 2010
We have a name!
We have finally decided on a name for our sweet baby girl...
Taysen Jane Thomas
Taysen is something Tyler made up, actually when he was joking around and rhyming some names. We were on a road trip to a wedding in Nac and he didn't feel like tossing around name ideas anymore so he started spouting off crazy things! He said Taysen and I said YES... he said NO. We had no idea if it was a boy or girl at that point so I just let it go. Once we found out we were having a girl I decided to bring it up once more and it must have grown on him because he liked it. Taysen Thomas just sounded too cute to pass up!! To me it seems kind of like her Grandpa Timber - sweet yet opinionated :) I can just picture her now!! Tyler's Memaw was Peggy Jane, so that's how Jane came about. In Hebrew, Jane means God's Grace or God is Gracious. So it fits just perfect!!
So... there we go, that is her name and I hope you all love it as much as we do!
Love,
The Thomas'
Taysen Jane Thomas
Taysen is something Tyler made up, actually when he was joking around and rhyming some names. We were on a road trip to a wedding in Nac and he didn't feel like tossing around name ideas anymore so he started spouting off crazy things! He said Taysen and I said YES... he said NO. We had no idea if it was a boy or girl at that point so I just let it go. Once we found out we were having a girl I decided to bring it up once more and it must have grown on him because he liked it. Taysen Thomas just sounded too cute to pass up!! To me it seems kind of like her Grandpa Timber - sweet yet opinionated :) I can just picture her now!! Tyler's Memaw was Peggy Jane, so that's how Jane came about. In Hebrew, Jane means God's Grace or God is Gracious. So it fits just perfect!!
So... there we go, that is her name and I hope you all love it as much as we do!
Love,
The Thomas'
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