Addison Grace Blankenship come out right now please!!
I am well aware that while tight, your accommodations are probably quite cozy with a nice heat source that doesn't come with an outrageous Vectren bill, your love of Big Boys with extra tarter sauce, and the overall knowledge that at this time you don't have to do anything but grow is enough to keep anyone inside of my uterus but for crying out loud child...COME OUT!
I will be 39 weeks tomorrow which is great and makes us that much closer to your arrival but do you think that you could at least try to help dilate my cervix. I mean I am 39 weeks pregnant and the term "thick and closed" is not one you want to hear when you are that far along into a pregnancy. Then add on top of that the Doctor doesn't even want to discuss induction right now because if I were to be induced at my stage more than likely they would end up going in after you and I do not want to be cut open to retrieve you.
So please in order to give Mommy and Daddy some relief and a much needed break from work, even though taking care of you will be work in it's own right, let's make some progress shall we?? I am not asking for much...a centimeter or two would work just fine. Even my blood pressure is starting to go up so before it gets any worse lets get crackin'.
Now that I have said that I would also like to add about how quickly this progress should take place. I have tested positive for Group B Strep which means that before you come I MUST have IV antibiotics to ensure your health and safety. What this means for you is none of this I'm a Murphy funny business you want me to come I will come gosh darn't. This means that we need to progress slowly that way Mommy has time to recognize that it's time to go to the hospital but still have plenty of time to get at least one dose of medicine in her. So when I get to the hospital and they tell me "oh you're about 3 centimeters" that does not mean speed up and shoot to ten within an hour.
Thank you for listening, now let's see how stubborn you are and whether you actually paid attention to what I have just said.
I love you no matter what though...always remember that!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Just so you know little girl...
your Daddy is becoming very, very impatient waiting for your arrival. This has been building up for a little while but it's gone into a full steam ahead sort of deal ever since Saturday night.
Saturday night was a family dinner and your cousin Dylan is not content unless he is standing on your lap where he can see everyone and is able to dance and bounce about as he so pleases. Your Father thought this was the funniest thing ever and ever since then those little smacks you have been getting on or around your bottom which I might add is smack dab in the middle of my tummy but titled to the left a little, is coming straight from him and not your Mother! I mention this because those nice little jabs to my ribs you have been throwing my way are not appreciated and it is not fair that I must be forced to endure them when he is the culprit behind your hostility and are directed at him. You got me so good Sunday night I about jumped out of my chair and if I didn't know better it was strong enough you could have kicked your way through to the outside. Of course your Dad looked at me like I was an idiot and asked "what was that" as if I just randomly decided to bounce in the recliner for the heck of it.
He is also getting your four legged brothers to join in on getting you sprung from your current residence. I get the phone call from work saying, "Bandit says Addison needs to come out and play now" or "Lennon is ready for his little sister to be here". We all know Bandit and Lennon couldn't care less about whether you show up or not, it's really Daddy's way of knowing that your arrival is imminent and him getting overly excited for the big moment.
Saturday night was a family dinner and your cousin Dylan is not content unless he is standing on your lap where he can see everyone and is able to dance and bounce about as he so pleases. Your Father thought this was the funniest thing ever and ever since then those little smacks you have been getting on or around your bottom which I might add is smack dab in the middle of my tummy but titled to the left a little, is coming straight from him and not your Mother! I mention this because those nice little jabs to my ribs you have been throwing my way are not appreciated and it is not fair that I must be forced to endure them when he is the culprit behind your hostility and are directed at him. You got me so good Sunday night I about jumped out of my chair and if I didn't know better it was strong enough you could have kicked your way through to the outside. Of course your Dad looked at me like I was an idiot and asked "what was that" as if I just randomly decided to bounce in the recliner for the heck of it.
He is also getting your four legged brothers to join in on getting you sprung from your current residence. I get the phone call from work saying, "Bandit says Addison needs to come out and play now" or "Lennon is ready for his little sister to be here". We all know Bandit and Lennon couldn't care less about whether you show up or not, it's really Daddy's way of knowing that your arrival is imminent and him getting overly excited for the big moment.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
The current babies...
And just how are we supposed to explain to these two that here very shortly they will no longer be the babies and lap time with Daddy will need to come to an abrupt halt in order to not squish their baby sister?
Man how things are about to change at our house!!
Man how things are about to change at our house!!
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Latest Appointment
Today we had yet another appointment. We are finally in the home stretch as future appointments will be once every week.
They tested me for the Group B Strep today and while the Doctor was "down there" she checked to see if anything was going on. Sadly, I am not dialted so we more than likely won't be having a baby anytime soon. I actually thought she might arrive towards the end of January but unless something major happens I think she's in it for the long haul.
Her heartbeat was a good 148 today and all of my numbers (with the exception of my weight) were good as well.
They tested me for the Group B Strep today and while the Doctor was "down there" she checked to see if anything was going on. Sadly, I am not dialted so we more than likely won't be having a baby anytime soon. I actually thought she might arrive towards the end of January but unless something major happens I think she's in it for the long haul.
Her heartbeat was a good 148 today and all of my numbers (with the exception of my weight) were good as well.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Baby Shower #2
We had another awesome baby shower today and we were blessed with lots of goodies for Addison. I have such wonderful people in my life and it's wonderful knowing they are willing to sacrifice a few hours of their time to help celebrate my daughter. Here are a few pictures from the party along with a few of Addison's room.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Baby Update
Today was another good appointment. I did get into trouble about my weight. I still haven't gained a horrible amount but I keep gaining in big spurts and then I will go for awhile without gaining any. My Doctor told me that maybe we should cut out the carbs and introduce some fruits and veggies...LOL. What I didn't tell her is that carbs aren't really the problem...it's the eating out and junk food that is being consumed that hold the blame here. Hamburgers are going to be the death of me if I am not careful. Sunday I had a cheeseburger from Steak N Shake and then yesterday I had a Big Boy from Frisch's, don't forget the extra tarter please!! Aside from hamburgers we have cereal. What my baby wants my baby gets and right now she wants Corn Pops. Are Corn Pops considered carbs, maybe I do have a carb problem...oh well!
This was the first appointment where I got bad news that isn't really bad news. I am anemic therefore I get to start taking iron supplements to get my blood back to where it needs to be. Of course as many of you know iron supplements can cause another issue which tends to be an issue without the help of iron in pregnant women so I also get to take something to help ease that problem. This should be fun, as if I don't already have enough issues in the bathroom department. I tend to be anemic off and on because of my Crohns disease and after having an episode of almost passing out on Sunday and being light headed off and on recently I knew that it was coming back into play.
I did discuss how having Crohns would affect my delivery. As of right now the Doctor does not see it as being a problem so we are good for a vaginal delivery for now. Please God let it go smoothly...I don't want to leave the hospital with a new batch of problems to contend with. Thankfully Addison is growing just as she should be so I don't think we will be having a large baby. The Doctors are still baffled that she, throughout this entire journey, has measured a week ahead of her due date. This of course cracks me up because if they would listen to me concerning my dates and the date of conception which I know by the way, then they would know why she is measuring a week ahead. She is measuring a week ahead because she isn't due the 18th...she's due the 10th!!! Silly doctors, I was there when it happened so you would think they would be more open to my suggestions. Like I have said before though, it doesn't really matter, she will get here when she decides to get here. I just continue to think it's funny since the doctors bring it up at every single one of my appointments.
Let's see what else do I have to share, oh yes, her nursery is almost complete. We started putting together the crib on Sunday night and after three hours we gave up after only completing half of it. When I first started helping Daniel I asked him if there was anything I needed to do to help. I was told to sit down and hand him screws as needed and to also not buy such complicated stuff. I think we have the hardest part done so the worst is over. We also have another big day coming up on Sunday. It's baby shower #2 which I am very excited about. My first one was awesome with mostly just family and a few of Daniel's friends but this one will include all of my girls from work and school so not only will I get another chance to celebrate my daughter and see all of her new stuff, but I will also get to do a lot of catching up with people. I will be sure to post lots of pictures after all is said and done.
We also almost had a last minute name change for Addison. As most of you know I have had the name Addison Grace picked out since I was a senior in high school which would have been 2001-2002. I spent years talking Daniel into liking that name and he refused saying that it was never going to happen. Of course we finally get pregnant and discussing names with Daniel was like talking to a brick wall, he didn't suggest a single one and I kept pushing for Addison. Finally I gave in one day and decided Kayleigh sounded really nice. I figured I would run it by him and see what he thought and the only thing he could say was, "I thought we were naming her Addison". I don't need to tell you what my response was as after four years I am sure you can imagine. Anyway, a couple of weeks ago I happened to throw some names out that I also liked from when I was younger and ones that I have fallen for more recently such as Kadence. Can you believe it, he actually liked the name Kadence and he quickly started trying to come up with middle names for it. So that left us with a big name debate on whether we should change Addison to Kadence or what. After much thought I just couldn't do it. This little girl has been Addison for way to long and I honestly felt like I was losing a child by changing her name so Addison Grace it stays. Good news though, our second daughter is named and ready to go...LOL. Kadence Marie should hopefully be here within the next two years or so given that we are able to get pregnant again right away and we happen to conceive a little girl. If it's a boy Daddy is sorry out of luck until another girl comes around and by then who knows what other name could come into play.
I still can't believe how close we are to the end of this journey. I can't wait to see and hear Addison for the first time but there is still a part of me that is very nervous at the thought of becoming a parent.
This was the first appointment where I got bad news that isn't really bad news. I am anemic therefore I get to start taking iron supplements to get my blood back to where it needs to be. Of course as many of you know iron supplements can cause another issue which tends to be an issue without the help of iron in pregnant women so I also get to take something to help ease that problem. This should be fun, as if I don't already have enough issues in the bathroom department. I tend to be anemic off and on because of my Crohns disease and after having an episode of almost passing out on Sunday and being light headed off and on recently I knew that it was coming back into play.
I did discuss how having Crohns would affect my delivery. As of right now the Doctor does not see it as being a problem so we are good for a vaginal delivery for now. Please God let it go smoothly...I don't want to leave the hospital with a new batch of problems to contend with. Thankfully Addison is growing just as she should be so I don't think we will be having a large baby. The Doctors are still baffled that she, throughout this entire journey, has measured a week ahead of her due date. This of course cracks me up because if they would listen to me concerning my dates and the date of conception which I know by the way, then they would know why she is measuring a week ahead. She is measuring a week ahead because she isn't due the 18th...she's due the 10th!!! Silly doctors, I was there when it happened so you would think they would be more open to my suggestions. Like I have said before though, it doesn't really matter, she will get here when she decides to get here. I just continue to think it's funny since the doctors bring it up at every single one of my appointments.
Let's see what else do I have to share, oh yes, her nursery is almost complete. We started putting together the crib on Sunday night and after three hours we gave up after only completing half of it. When I first started helping Daniel I asked him if there was anything I needed to do to help. I was told to sit down and hand him screws as needed and to also not buy such complicated stuff. I think we have the hardest part done so the worst is over. We also have another big day coming up on Sunday. It's baby shower #2 which I am very excited about. My first one was awesome with mostly just family and a few of Daniel's friends but this one will include all of my girls from work and school so not only will I get another chance to celebrate my daughter and see all of her new stuff, but I will also get to do a lot of catching up with people. I will be sure to post lots of pictures after all is said and done.
We also almost had a last minute name change for Addison. As most of you know I have had the name Addison Grace picked out since I was a senior in high school which would have been 2001-2002. I spent years talking Daniel into liking that name and he refused saying that it was never going to happen. Of course we finally get pregnant and discussing names with Daniel was like talking to a brick wall, he didn't suggest a single one and I kept pushing for Addison. Finally I gave in one day and decided Kayleigh sounded really nice. I figured I would run it by him and see what he thought and the only thing he could say was, "I thought we were naming her Addison". I don't need to tell you what my response was as after four years I am sure you can imagine. Anyway, a couple of weeks ago I happened to throw some names out that I also liked from when I was younger and ones that I have fallen for more recently such as Kadence. Can you believe it, he actually liked the name Kadence and he quickly started trying to come up with middle names for it. So that left us with a big name debate on whether we should change Addison to Kadence or what. After much thought I just couldn't do it. This little girl has been Addison for way to long and I honestly felt like I was losing a child by changing her name so Addison Grace it stays. Good news though, our second daughter is named and ready to go...LOL. Kadence Marie should hopefully be here within the next two years or so given that we are able to get pregnant again right away and we happen to conceive a little girl. If it's a boy Daddy is sorry out of luck until another girl comes around and by then who knows what other name could come into play.
I still can't believe how close we are to the end of this journey. I can't wait to see and hear Addison for the first time but there is still a part of me that is very nervous at the thought of becoming a parent.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Just a thought...
Addison,
Today Mommy is 34 weeks pregnant with you. That means that in a mere three weeks you will be considered a full term baby should you decide to grace us with your presence. I have a big conversation coming up with my Doctor concerning your arrival and when it should take place for the health and safety of me and the fact I have Crohns disease. I swore up and down that I would allow nature to take it's course for your arrival. I wanted you to come when you were ready and when my body was fully prepared for it to happen but now I must take into consideration whether you need a healthy Mommy or risk ending up with a sick Mommy. So many decisions I have had to make over the course of these last eight months pertaining to your well being and so many more that are yet to come. I have already started putting your needs in front of my own. Money that was gifted to me over the holidays has been spent on you and I don't regret it for a second...I only wish I could do more for you as I am sure most all parents feel.
I am starting to drive Daddy a little on the crazy side. Even though your nursery still hasn't been completed I can't help but walk by and open up the door and just stand there in awe of what it is about to become and the countless hours you and I will spend in there just gazing upon one another. He quickly walks by and shuts the door not understanding my need to keep the door open. You are the light of my life already and I can't even begin to understand how much that will grow once I have you in my arms.
You have so many people anxiously awaiting your arrival. Your Aunt Nikki and Aunt Heather are just as excited as we are and your Uncle Matt and Uncle Steve, well they have become very protective of you already. I think Aunt Megan is just excited to share your arrival with all of her friends and shout proudly from the roof tops that she is an Aunt...silly teenagers!
We won't even begin to discuss how your Grandparents are doing. Your Grandpa Blankenship no longer cares about my well being, it's "how is my Granddaughter doing, you keep her safe". Grandma B is just as excited, she is stocking up for your arrival and I fear that she may snatch you one day and not give you back. She proudly showed off the bumpers for your cradle and the quilt that a friend made for her, all that is to be kept at her house, on Christmas. And she kept saying she wanted a boy, I think she has gotten over that rather nicely. Your Papaw takes pride in reminding me that I am carrying precious cargo...or "his" granddaughter as he says. There was great debate on Christmas about what your nickname would be. Dylan is currently going by pickle, and Mya, your soon to be cousin goes by peanut...he informed me that you would go by pumpkin. I guess we have a letter p thing going on here and in true fashion it must revolve around food.
Your Daddy is slowly coming around. Deep down inside he's excited, he just doesn't show it. I think it's a man thing and he says it will all change the minute he sees you for the first time. After the few short seconds you will be laid upon my chest at birth you will be going straight to your Daddy's arms. I will have gotten to hold you for the past nine months at that point so it's only fair that he gets his turn and that it takes place after I have kicked the few people that will be in the room out on their fannies...hopefully Grandma B, Aunt Nikki, and Aunt Heather will understand.
Daddy has now compared you to your four legged brothers and sadly it's somewhat true. The boys know when it's time to be fed, they harass you and run around like crazed animals until you give in and just feed them already. After they have full tummies they are out for the count, curled up like precious bundles scattered around the living room. It's those moments of peace that Mommy treasures...those few hours that I don't want to skin them alive for destroying something. Sadly Addison, you are the same way. When its time to eat you slowly start moving about in my tummy and during the time in which I am feeding the both of us, you grow more fierce in your movements to the point Mommy is in pain and can barely eat. Shortly after finishing though you settle down nicely until we must start the process all over again. At least your nice to Mommy when it's lights out, you must like your sleep like I do. Please continue with that after your arrival!
Anyway, I just wanted to remind you how loved you are and how excited we are to finally meet you. Life for everyone is about to change for the better in just a few short weeks.
Love Always,
Mommy
Today Mommy is 34 weeks pregnant with you. That means that in a mere three weeks you will be considered a full term baby should you decide to grace us with your presence. I have a big conversation coming up with my Doctor concerning your arrival and when it should take place for the health and safety of me and the fact I have Crohns disease. I swore up and down that I would allow nature to take it's course for your arrival. I wanted you to come when you were ready and when my body was fully prepared for it to happen but now I must take into consideration whether you need a healthy Mommy or risk ending up with a sick Mommy. So many decisions I have had to make over the course of these last eight months pertaining to your well being and so many more that are yet to come. I have already started putting your needs in front of my own. Money that was gifted to me over the holidays has been spent on you and I don't regret it for a second...I only wish I could do more for you as I am sure most all parents feel.
I am starting to drive Daddy a little on the crazy side. Even though your nursery still hasn't been completed I can't help but walk by and open up the door and just stand there in awe of what it is about to become and the countless hours you and I will spend in there just gazing upon one another. He quickly walks by and shuts the door not understanding my need to keep the door open. You are the light of my life already and I can't even begin to understand how much that will grow once I have you in my arms.
You have so many people anxiously awaiting your arrival. Your Aunt Nikki and Aunt Heather are just as excited as we are and your Uncle Matt and Uncle Steve, well they have become very protective of you already. I think Aunt Megan is just excited to share your arrival with all of her friends and shout proudly from the roof tops that she is an Aunt...silly teenagers!
We won't even begin to discuss how your Grandparents are doing. Your Grandpa Blankenship no longer cares about my well being, it's "how is my Granddaughter doing, you keep her safe". Grandma B is just as excited, she is stocking up for your arrival and I fear that she may snatch you one day and not give you back. She proudly showed off the bumpers for your cradle and the quilt that a friend made for her, all that is to be kept at her house, on Christmas. And she kept saying she wanted a boy, I think she has gotten over that rather nicely. Your Papaw takes pride in reminding me that I am carrying precious cargo...or "his" granddaughter as he says. There was great debate on Christmas about what your nickname would be. Dylan is currently going by pickle, and Mya, your soon to be cousin goes by peanut...he informed me that you would go by pumpkin. I guess we have a letter p thing going on here and in true fashion it must revolve around food.
Your Daddy is slowly coming around. Deep down inside he's excited, he just doesn't show it. I think it's a man thing and he says it will all change the minute he sees you for the first time. After the few short seconds you will be laid upon my chest at birth you will be going straight to your Daddy's arms. I will have gotten to hold you for the past nine months at that point so it's only fair that he gets his turn and that it takes place after I have kicked the few people that will be in the room out on their fannies...hopefully Grandma B, Aunt Nikki, and Aunt Heather will understand.
Daddy has now compared you to your four legged brothers and sadly it's somewhat true. The boys know when it's time to be fed, they harass you and run around like crazed animals until you give in and just feed them already. After they have full tummies they are out for the count, curled up like precious bundles scattered around the living room. It's those moments of peace that Mommy treasures...those few hours that I don't want to skin them alive for destroying something. Sadly Addison, you are the same way. When its time to eat you slowly start moving about in my tummy and during the time in which I am feeding the both of us, you grow more fierce in your movements to the point Mommy is in pain and can barely eat. Shortly after finishing though you settle down nicely until we must start the process all over again. At least your nice to Mommy when it's lights out, you must like your sleep like I do. Please continue with that after your arrival!
Anyway, I just wanted to remind you how loved you are and how excited we are to finally meet you. Life for everyone is about to change for the better in just a few short weeks.
Love Always,
Mommy
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