My ob is not concerned with my low calcium or thyroid. She said it is within the normal ranges during pregnancy. I wish the endocrinologist knew a little more about pregnancy. I am relieved all is ok.
My cerclage removal is July 12 and if the baby does not arrive by July 26th I have a scheduled c-section. I hope June goes by fast.
Have a great holiday weekend!
Friday, May 28, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
30 Weeks
Happy to be 30 weeks and still have this baby girl growing inside. I consider myself very lucky since I am high risk for pre-term labor! The endocrinologist called me Friday and said that my albium test showed that my calcium levels are still too low. So she sent me for another bloodwork up to see if I have a vitamin D deficiency, thyroid problem, or autoimmune disorder. I am hoping to get the results today or tomorrow.
Last night I felt terrible. I was have terrible stomach hardening/discomfort, pelvic and leg pain. I could barely walk to the bathroom, however, a good nights rest really helped. I think it was my bodys way of saying I stressed and walked around too much at work yesterday! Today I have an ob appointment so I will run this situation by her. I am also hoping she lets me schedule my c-section!
Gabriel Update:
On Monday the final nunu (pacifier) was lost. For about a year now he only has it when he is in the car, sleeping, or on the potty. Now that he is potty trained and it disappeared it seemed like the ideal time for him to give up the habit. He has done really well. He suggested once that we go to Target to buy another one. And this morning he said he was going to look under the seats in the car to see if he could find it. He is so funny! I hope he does not relapse once the baby is born.
I will update later once I hear from the endocrinologist! Have a great day!
Last night I felt terrible. I was have terrible stomach hardening/discomfort, pelvic and leg pain. I could barely walk to the bathroom, however, a good nights rest really helped. I think it was my bodys way of saying I stressed and walked around too much at work yesterday! Today I have an ob appointment so I will run this situation by her. I am also hoping she lets me schedule my c-section!
Gabriel Update:
On Monday the final nunu (pacifier) was lost. For about a year now he only has it when he is in the car, sleeping, or on the potty. Now that he is potty trained and it disappeared it seemed like the ideal time for him to give up the habit. He has done really well. He suggested once that we go to Target to buy another one. And this morning he said he was going to look under the seats in the car to see if he could find it. He is so funny! I hope he does not relapse once the baby is born.
I will update later once I hear from the endocrinologist! Have a great day!
Thursday, May 20, 2010
29 weeks
29 weeks yesterday!
I am so glad to be at 29 weeks! I have been doing well. My sugar numbers have been increasing so I am being closely monitored to see if I need insulin shots. My A1C came back at 5.1% showing how well I am controlling my sugars through diet. However, my calcium levels are low. I found the following on the web: Low calcium can be due to certain metabolic disorders such as insufficient parathyroid hormone; or drugs like Fosamax or furosemide type diuretics (I do not take those drugs).
How far along?: 29 weeks
Total weight gain: 12lbs at doctors yesterday down a pound probably because of how well I have to eat to keep my diabetes in check, but the baby is growing fine.
How big is baby?: almost three pounds
Maternity clothes?: yes still waiting for my new capris
Stretch marks?: thankfully none
Sleep?: Continues to be great.
Best moment this week?: Having Gabriel kiss my stomach.
Movement?: wonderful, the same as last week
Food cravings?: ROOTBEER
Labor signs?: none, but definitley Braxton Hicks in the evening
Belly button in or out?: in
What I miss: nothing
What I'm looking forward to: getting the nursery ready..first I need Hubert to clean out the closet which contains his records and old clothes!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Money Changes Everything
Last night was the third night that Gabriel completed his chores and collected his $1 allowance. He was so excited to get his four quarters that he exclaimed, "I am making so much money!" It was so cute.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Mothers day and 28 weeks
I had a wonderful mother’s day. On Sunday we went to church, target, and out for a special lunch at Griolis. I ate eggplant parm and angel hair pasta with meat sauce and a chocolate chip cannoli for dessert. Then Gabriel and I took a three hour nap while Hubert washed the cars and got an oil change! The boys bought me a Pandora charm bracelet with a dinosaur and cross charm. And they surprised me with a beautiful Vera Bradley diaper bag. I am so excited to finally have a nice diaper bag for the new baby. The one I used for Gabriel was more of a daddy’s diaper bag!
28 Weeks
How far along?: 28 weeks...the 3rd and final trimester
Total weight gain: 13 lbs
How big is baby?: hopefully more than 2.2 pounds
Maternity clothes?: yes I just ordered two pairs of capris to get me through, but I do not want to buy anymore!
Stretch marks?: thankfully none
Sleep?: Continues to be great. I do not remember it being so good with Gabrie
lBest moment this week?: feeling so blessed on mother’s day to have Gabriel and be pregnant with another baby!
Movement?: more definite and strong, but still mainly at night and in the am
Food cravings?: extra creamy root beer float (since I have diabetes I make it with sugar free vanilla ice-cream and sugar free cool whip…not as good as sonic but still enjoyable)
Labor signs?: thankfully none
Belly button in or out?: inWhat I miss: being skinnier
What I'm looking forward to: going through some of Gabriel’s old newborn clothes to identify which ones are neutral enough to be used by this baby. It will bring back some great memories!
Milestone: reaching the third trimester
Gabriel Update:
Last night on the way home he wanted to go buy toys. We explained to him that he has spent all his birthday money and we did not have any money available for toys. We informed him that he needs to start earning and saving money in order to buy toys. I told him that if he cleans up his toys, dvds, and dirty clothes each night then I would give him one dollar in quarters for his piggy bank. So last night he did just that and earned himself one dollar for his piggy bank. I hope this is a good way to teach him the value of money. Let me know if you have any tips!
28 Weeks
How far along?: 28 weeks...the 3rd and final trimester
Total weight gain: 13 lbs
How big is baby?: hopefully more than 2.2 pounds
Maternity clothes?: yes I just ordered two pairs of capris to get me through, but I do not want to buy anymore!
Stretch marks?: thankfully none
Sleep?: Continues to be great. I do not remember it being so good with Gabrie
lBest moment this week?: feeling so blessed on mother’s day to have Gabriel and be pregnant with another baby!
Movement?: more definite and strong, but still mainly at night and in the am
Food cravings?: extra creamy root beer float (since I have diabetes I make it with sugar free vanilla ice-cream and sugar free cool whip…not as good as sonic but still enjoyable)
Labor signs?: thankfully none
Belly button in or out?: inWhat I miss: being skinnier
What I'm looking forward to: going through some of Gabriel’s old newborn clothes to identify which ones are neutral enough to be used by this baby. It will bring back some great memories!
Milestone: reaching the third trimester
Gabriel Update:
Last night on the way home he wanted to go buy toys. We explained to him that he has spent all his birthday money and we did not have any money available for toys. We informed him that he needs to start earning and saving money in order to buy toys. I told him that if he cleans up his toys, dvds, and dirty clothes each night then I would give him one dollar in quarters for his piggy bank. So last night he did just that and earned himself one dollar for his piggy bank. I hope this is a good way to teach him the value of money. Let me know if you have any tips!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
27 weeks
27 Weeks
Pictures are coming later this week. I took them this morning.
How far along?: 27 weeks
Total weight gain: 12 lbs
How big is baby?: at the ultrasound yesterday she weighed in at 2.2 pounds. I am hoping for a big healthy baby!
Maternity clothes?: yes
Stretch marks?: thankfully none
Sleep?: very well
Best moment this week?: getting to see her beautiful side profile on the ultrasound. At other ultrasounds she has been hiding her face.
Movement?: very active especially at night
Food cravings?: sour cream and rootbeerLabor signs?: thankfully none
Belly button in or out?: in
What I miss: sleeping on my tummy
What I'm looking forward to: purchasing comforter set here it is: http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3563660
Milestone: 3 weeks past 24, yeah and scheduling NSTs for the last trimester.
Pictures are coming later this week. I took them this morning.
How far along?: 27 weeks
Total weight gain: 12 lbs
How big is baby?: at the ultrasound yesterday she weighed in at 2.2 pounds. I am hoping for a big healthy baby!
Maternity clothes?: yes
Stretch marks?: thankfully none
Sleep?: very well
Best moment this week?: getting to see her beautiful side profile on the ultrasound. At other ultrasounds she has been hiding her face.
Movement?: very active especially at night
Food cravings?: sour cream and rootbeerLabor signs?: thankfully none
Belly button in or out?: in
What I miss: sleeping on my tummy
What I'm looking forward to: purchasing comforter set here it is: http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3563660
Milestone: 3 weeks past 24, yeah and scheduling NSTs for the last trimester.
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