I went for my appointment today and got the "thrilling" news that little BF is ultra cozy in the nest I made for him/her and has still not dropped! My doctor expects me to go late, real late. He tried to make me feel better by saying that 70% of first babies come late and that it is very typical... this only made me cry. He also informed me that they will only induce me after July 8th, this made me cry harder.
I am trying to stay positive, and enjoy these last fleeting moments of solitude. I am going out for a girls night, movie and dinner. I know that I will have a good time. We are going to see "Knocked Up", perhaps it will inspire labor pains if I laugh hard enough.
That's all for now.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Sunday, June 24, 2007
"Red Neck Yaught Club" Party
The party was a great time for all, and pretty dang funny too! Everyone came in these ridiculous costumes, it was hilarious!
Our party's hosts, Brack, Emilee, Mike and Melissa.
The entertainment! Note the lit cigarette between the guitar strings.
Cody and Me in "costume"
Emilee and Cody enjoying 'beer-ritas'...
The party got much more crowded after dark, but the pictures didn't turn out. We had a crew from Hooters show up, it was fabulous.
Our party's hosts, Brack, Emilee, Mike and Melissa.
The entertainment! Note the lit cigarette between the guitar strings.
Cody and Me in "costume"
Emilee and Cody enjoying 'beer-ritas'...
The party got much more crowded after dark, but the pictures didn't turn out. We had a crew from Hooters show up, it was fabulous.Thursday, June 21, 2007
38 weeks
Still no Baby Fielden!
I had my 38 weeks check up this morning. It was a nice appointment with one of the newer doctors, I was a bit nervous, she has a reputation for being the "weight Nazi". She pulls no punches and will tell you exactly what she thinks of your week to week weight gain. After my appointment last week (gained 3 pounds in 6 days), I was begging the scale not to increase. Thankfully, it showed no weight had been gained since my last appointment. Phew!
She did a pelvic to check for dilation and further effacement, and became concerned that the little one had maybe flipped around and could possibly be breech. Great, I thought, not even born and already wants to be just like Daddy! She couldn't feel the top of the head, the doctor then ordered an ultrasound, saying "she didn't want us to have any surprises". The ultrasound tech was pleased to inform us that BF is indeed head down, just not as far dropped into the canal very far. A little bad news with the good news I suppose. BF was all cozy and squished up in the womb and as usual kind of shy, she tried to get a good shot of the face, but the arms and hands had it covered. She did manage to get this one:
I had my 38 weeks check up this morning. It was a nice appointment with one of the newer doctors, I was a bit nervous, she has a reputation for being the "weight Nazi". She pulls no punches and will tell you exactly what she thinks of your week to week weight gain. After my appointment last week (gained 3 pounds in 6 days), I was begging the scale not to increase. Thankfully, it showed no weight had been gained since my last appointment. Phew!
She did a pelvic to check for dilation and further effacement, and became concerned that the little one had maybe flipped around and could possibly be breech. Great, I thought, not even born and already wants to be just like Daddy! She couldn't feel the top of the head, the doctor then ordered an ultrasound, saying "she didn't want us to have any surprises". The ultrasound tech was pleased to inform us that BF is indeed head down, just not as far dropped into the canal very far. A little bad news with the good news I suppose. BF was all cozy and squished up in the womb and as usual kind of shy, she tried to get a good shot of the face, but the arms and hands had it covered. She did manage to get this one:
What do you all think? Is BF more Cody or Me? I say Cody, that is a Fielden nose all the way!
Well, the doctor said we are more than likely gonna have a petite baby, s/he is measuring around 6 pounds give or take a few ounces. The heart, stomach, and kidneys were all looking beautiful and functioning great! The heart rate this time around was, 154 BPM... this is a bit higher than BF has been averaging in the last few weeks. The cord and placenta had healthy, strong circulation as well.
I am feeling a bit drained with everything. I am really ready for this thing to get started, but I am also trying to remain calm and relaxed. I have been staying busy during the day, making lunch plans with friends, taking lots of naps and watching my girl Oprah. I am waiting for the nesting instinct to kick in, but I would say that it is more like the lazy instinct right now. Everything is a bit of an effort, I want to know who these women are that go crazy and reorganize their pantries. I can barely stand up and sit down without getting out of breath!
We have a fun weekend ahead of us, a neighbor is throwing a party with the theme "Red Neck Yaugt Club"... we have to come dressed up pretty tacky I guess. It should be fun, can't wait to see what these conservative, southerns are gonna put on! Pictures to follow...
Thursday, June 14, 2007
37 weeks, 5 days, 6 hours, 22 minutes, 5 seconds, 4, 3....
But hey! Who's counting?
I had my 37 week checkup today, they re-scheduled me due to my doctor having to schedule a surgery during my Friday appointment. I am glad they did, last night I was awake for hours with cramping and lower back pain that just wouldn't let up. The doctor was a bit nervous regarding my description and ordered an exam... he found that I am 70% effaced. This essentially means, BF is gearing up for the big event, and my cervix is thinning. I was happy to hear that I am making progress. As he left the room, he said, "see you next week, if not sooner".
This of course could mean nothing, I may have the little one on board for another 3 weeks. Apparently a doctor has said these things before, and women carry late. I don't mind carrying until I am due, but late, that is so not okay.
I had my 37 week checkup today, they re-scheduled me due to my doctor having to schedule a surgery during my Friday appointment. I am glad they did, last night I was awake for hours with cramping and lower back pain that just wouldn't let up. The doctor was a bit nervous regarding my description and ordered an exam... he found that I am 70% effaced. This essentially means, BF is gearing up for the big event, and my cervix is thinning. I was happy to hear that I am making progress. As he left the room, he said, "see you next week, if not sooner".
This of course could mean nothing, I may have the little one on board for another 3 weeks. Apparently a doctor has said these things before, and women carry late. I don't mind carrying until I am due, but late, that is so not okay.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
36 weeks
Sorry no pictures this week, I haven't had an the chance to get one taken. Bummer, I know... everyone wants to see the marshmellowy-ness I have become right? I am up 22 pounds, but it feels like 50! I hate being short. In my next life, I better come back 5'7''... I deserve it, I have been a good Catholic, right?
Well the doctor didn't have much to say other than the baby is still head down--YEAH! The chances of BF turning until labor are slim. This is great for my ultimate plan of going natural safely. He also shared with me that I am not dialated at all. I was a bit disappointed to hear it, because I am soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo over it! But, I am aware that the longer the baby stays on the inside the better. BF's heartbeat was strong and blood pressure continues to look normal.
My next appointment isn't until Friday, I am trying to stay busy and keep my mind off of everything related to labor and delivery. Although, I have to admit, I am starting to get nervous that everything will go well and I am going to take home a healthy baby. It just seems as if every time I turn on the TV, open a newspaper or read a magazine tragedy has struck some poor family. Am I crazy?? Or is this normal? All of you mommies (and daddies) out there feel free to share in my pre-natal looneyness. Overall, I have to admit that I am feeling pretty darn good. I have had 3 nights in a row of good sleep, I only woke up 3 times to pee in the course of the night. I am not plagued (yet) by horrific heartburn so common to this portion of pregnancy. I did start to have contractions daily, a few a day, especially during and after I work out.
Well, I am off to take my afternoon snooze... Cody and I have a cocktail thingy to go to this evening. Have to get my beauty sleep, every little bit helps these days.
Well the doctor didn't have much to say other than the baby is still head down--YEAH! The chances of BF turning until labor are slim. This is great for my ultimate plan of going natural safely. He also shared with me that I am not dialated at all. I was a bit disappointed to hear it, because I am soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo over it! But, I am aware that the longer the baby stays on the inside the better. BF's heartbeat was strong and blood pressure continues to look normal.
My next appointment isn't until Friday, I am trying to stay busy and keep my mind off of everything related to labor and delivery. Although, I have to admit, I am starting to get nervous that everything will go well and I am going to take home a healthy baby. It just seems as if every time I turn on the TV, open a newspaper or read a magazine tragedy has struck some poor family. Am I crazy?? Or is this normal? All of you mommies (and daddies) out there feel free to share in my pre-natal looneyness. Overall, I have to admit that I am feeling pretty darn good. I have had 3 nights in a row of good sleep, I only woke up 3 times to pee in the course of the night. I am not plagued (yet) by horrific heartburn so common to this portion of pregnancy. I did start to have contractions daily, a few a day, especially during and after I work out.
Well, I am off to take my afternoon snooze... Cody and I have a cocktail thingy to go to this evening. Have to get my beauty sleep, every little bit helps these days.
Saturday, June 09, 2007
The Nursery is all finished!!
A few "before" pictures of the nursery... it was the storage/cat room, needless to say, Tillie has had quite the kitty-tude since her displacement.
Cody working so hard to cover the brilliant purple of the room.
And, the "after" pictures! We are so happy with how it all turned out! It will be a cozy, inviting place to hang out with our new little friend.
We still need to get some art work and decorations. We want to wait until BF is born, so we can suit it to the lil' one's personality.
Cody working so hard to cover the brilliant purple of the room.
And, the "after" pictures! We are so happy with how it all turned out! It will be a cozy, inviting place to hang out with our new little friend. 
We still need to get some art work and decorations. We want to wait until BF is born, so we can suit it to the lil' one's personality.Friday, June 08, 2007
Happy 32nd Birthday Cody!!
We celebrated Cody's 32nd at home last night! We had Crab legs, yummy belgium beers and ice cream cake.
Opening presents!
A clock with our last name on it, kinda random gift, but he doesn't have anything with his name on it. I thought it was kinda unique.
I also had his diplomas matted and framed. My boy needs to hang those bad boys up with pride in his office. I was really pleased with how they turned out.
Opening presents!
A clock with our last name on it, kinda random gift, but he doesn't have anything with his name on it. I thought it was kinda unique.
I also had his diplomas matted and framed. My boy needs to hang those bad boys up with pride in his office. I was really pleased with how they turned out.
Monday, June 04, 2007
A great weekend!
Cody and I had a really fun weekend! For being kind of "grounded" by my doctor we still managed to get out and about to do some fun stuff.
We went to 'Celebration Station' and played Putt-Putt. Cody won by 6 points, but I have to say I am quite proud of the fact that I kept up with him, seeing as he practices in his office everyday and the last time I picked up anything resembling a golf club it was on our honeymoon.
Some friends from our neighborhood invited us out to their family's mountain house in Rouring Gap, NC. It is about an hour from High Point, and it is on a mountain that overlooks Winston-Salem. It was SOOOOOOOOOO much fun! We stayed the day and all the men went and played golf, and we girls hung out and read gossip mags and drank cocktails. I had water of course. It is nice to finally meet people we really like and have lots in common with.
The boys play 'birdie ball'. It is a wacky golf game that they all seem to love.
Cody and me.
Don't mind the bloat, it has just started, I am not really gaining an ton of weight just retaining a ridiculous amount of fluid. It's the 90 degree heat. Even though my arms look like sausages, I still like this picture.
And, the women from the neighborhood had a little shower for me on Sunday. It was a good time, and we have really just about completed the nursery. I will post some pictures soon.
We went to 'Celebration Station' and played Putt-Putt. Cody won by 6 points, but I have to say I am quite proud of the fact that I kept up with him, seeing as he practices in his office everyday and the last time I picked up anything resembling a golf club it was on our honeymoon.
Some friends from our neighborhood invited us out to their family's mountain house in Rouring Gap, NC. It is about an hour from High Point, and it is on a mountain that overlooks Winston-Salem. It was SOOOOOOOOOO much fun! We stayed the day and all the men went and played golf, and we girls hung out and read gossip mags and drank cocktails. I had water of course. It is nice to finally meet people we really like and have lots in common with.
The boys play 'birdie ball'. It is a wacky golf game that they all seem to love.
Cody and me. Don't mind the bloat, it has just started, I am not really gaining an ton of weight just retaining a ridiculous amount of fluid. It's the 90 degree heat. Even though my arms look like sausages, I still like this picture.
And, the women from the neighborhood had a little shower for me on Sunday. It was a good time, and we have really just about completed the nursery. I will post some pictures soon.
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