Peanut and I had our week 30 ultrasound with the folks at Maternal Fetal Medicine (at Hinsdale Hospital) on Tuesday. Results were mainly good. Peanut was very relaxed, his heart rate was in the upper 120's instead of the 150's and 160's like it has been most doctor appointments. I asked the doctor about this and she said it was fine because he wasn't moving too much and he was practicing his breathing. Evidently, the breathing thing is completely voluntary at this point, so it's a good sign for his development. Peanut's current weight estimate is 3 lb 12 oz (up almost 2 pounds in 4 weeks). That puts in the 60th percentile.
The one slightly worrisome thing is that Peanut's tummy was measuring at 31 weeks instead of 30. That combined with my fasting blood sugar numbers creeping back up led to an increase in the medication I take at night. That has meant getting up at 3 AM the last couple of nights to make sure my numbers aren't going too low. Hopefully, we are done with that for a while.
We have almost one more week of "normal" then I start having to go have non stress tests twice a week for the rest of our pregnancy. Thankfully, we've been able to put together a decent little network of potential babysitters for Emma. Dave's parents are being kind enough to help, then there is a lady from church, and someone I met through my Mom's group. I also recently found out about a neighbor who might be able to help during the day too.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Mid October Recap
I got the "Big" Calendar out to make sure it and my little pocket version mesh when I realized I haven't been out here in a while. Since I wrote last, we have celebrated a birthday, traveled, and had one check up with the doctor. Here's a run down for those of interested enough to read it....
The 2nd weekend in October was pretty busy. Dave and I both had our annual eye exams (things look good) and we got to celebrate his Mom's birthday. Everyone enjoyed some Little Italian Pizza (their salads are pretty good too) and the kids had a blast helping Carol open her gifts.
The next Wednesday, Emma and I dropped Susie off with Dave's parents and then as soon as Dave got home from work, we whisked off to Midway airport for our Southwest flights to St. Louis then on to Houston for the David family reunion. Our trip included a brief visit with my Grandmother Buchanan and some of my extended family on that side before the reunion actually started. The first official reunion "dinner" was Thursday night, we missed that one, but had a chance to say hello to everyone once we were back from Deer Park. The fun really began on Friday night when most everyone had made it in and continued through the weekend. Saturday, Dave played in the 1st ever Davis cup golf tournament while Emma and I headed to the Cockrel Butterfly Center with the other "girls." Emma really got a kick out of the butterflies! One of the highlights of Saturday was when the kids put on their own version of "Minute to Win It." Emma got to play some of the games with a little help and had so much FUN! Sunday was "relax and EAT" day with some really yummy BBQ from Joe's in Angelton. I seriously think that was some of the best brisket I've ever had that wasn't home cooked! Dave had to come home Sunday night to be back at work on Monday, but Emma and I kept our original plans and stayed until Tuesday morning. We all had a lot of fun and were very tired when we got home Tuesday afternoon.
I think one of the trip highlights for Emma was getting to spend time with Gigi and Poppy's Alpacas... even if the baby's didn't want to play with her. The other highlight would have been all of the time she got to spend playing with her big cousins. I don't think I've ever seen her run that much!
The only bummer for the trip was our experience with Midway Easy Park - we definitely do NOT recommend them.....
The busy trend has continued since we've been home. Last Thursday, Peanut and I went for a check up and got a thumbs up. Saturday was a get things done day and yesterday we checked out Konow's Pumpkin patch in Homer Glen. We were very impressed by what all they included for the admission price. They will definitely be on our list for a visit next year! This week looks to be full too, but I will try to be better about posting.
Have a great day!
The 2nd weekend in October was pretty busy. Dave and I both had our annual eye exams (things look good) and we got to celebrate his Mom's birthday. Everyone enjoyed some Little Italian Pizza (their salads are pretty good too) and the kids had a blast helping Carol open her gifts.
The next Wednesday, Emma and I dropped Susie off with Dave's parents and then as soon as Dave got home from work, we whisked off to Midway airport for our Southwest flights to St. Louis then on to Houston for the David family reunion. Our trip included a brief visit with my Grandmother Buchanan and some of my extended family on that side before the reunion actually started. The first official reunion "dinner" was Thursday night, we missed that one, but had a chance to say hello to everyone once we were back from Deer Park. The fun really began on Friday night when most everyone had made it in and continued through the weekend. Saturday, Dave played in the 1st ever Davis cup golf tournament while Emma and I headed to the Cockrel Butterfly Center with the other "girls." Emma really got a kick out of the butterflies! One of the highlights of Saturday was when the kids put on their own version of "Minute to Win It." Emma got to play some of the games with a little help and had so much FUN! Sunday was "relax and EAT" day with some really yummy BBQ from Joe's in Angelton. I seriously think that was some of the best brisket I've ever had that wasn't home cooked! Dave had to come home Sunday night to be back at work on Monday, but Emma and I kept our original plans and stayed until Tuesday morning. We all had a lot of fun and were very tired when we got home Tuesday afternoon.
I think one of the trip highlights for Emma was getting to spend time with Gigi and Poppy's Alpacas... even if the baby's didn't want to play with her. The other highlight would have been all of the time she got to spend playing with her big cousins. I don't think I've ever seen her run that much!
The only bummer for the trip was our experience with Midway Easy Park - we definitely do NOT recommend them.....
The busy trend has continued since we've been home. Last Thursday, Peanut and I went for a check up and got a thumbs up. Saturday was a get things done day and yesterday we checked out Konow's Pumpkin patch in Homer Glen. We were very impressed by what all they included for the admission price. They will definitely be on our list for a visit next year! This week looks to be full too, but I will try to be better about posting.
Have a great day!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
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Thursday, October 7, 2010
The beginning of October
October has continued the September trend of being busy!
Saturday, October 2nd I had the pleasure of attending a DAR grave marking for Polly Emory Royce. Her father was a Massachusetts Minute Man who fought in the Revolutionary War. She and her husband were also one of the founding families of the Naperville area. It was a very nice ceremony and our DAR chapter was very lucky to have the support of local governments to make it as nice as it was. While I was gone, Dave took Emma to Ty Warner park and even though it was cold, they had a lot of fun. I had time to whisk home after the ceremony for a quick bite of lunch before we tumbled back out the door to head to Julie's for Canasta. It was a great afternoon of visiting and card playing even though I lost money in our "high stakes" games.
Sunday was a productive day at home. Our patio furniture has made it back into storage for the winter and some cleaning got done. We are looking forward to celebrating Dave's Mom's birthday this coming weekend and the mini vacation we have coming up soon. More updates to come....
Saturday, October 2nd I had the pleasure of attending a DAR grave marking for Polly Emory Royce. Her father was a Massachusetts Minute Man who fought in the Revolutionary War. She and her husband were also one of the founding families of the Naperville area. It was a very nice ceremony and our DAR chapter was very lucky to have the support of local governments to make it as nice as it was. While I was gone, Dave took Emma to Ty Warner park and even though it was cold, they had a lot of fun. I had time to whisk home after the ceremony for a quick bite of lunch before we tumbled back out the door to head to Julie's for Canasta. It was a great afternoon of visiting and card playing even though I lost money in our "high stakes" games.
Sunday was a productive day at home. Our patio furniture has made it back into storage for the winter and some cleaning got done. We are looking forward to celebrating Dave's Mom's birthday this coming weekend and the mini vacation we have coming up soon. More updates to come....
September Part 2
The second half of our September was just as busy as the first half! Here's a recap...
I had my 3 hour glucose tolerance test the morning of September 18. I made it through the test without too much trouble and enjoyed a Potbelly's meatball sandwich right after. That evening Dave and I had our first church dinner club get together. It was a lot of fun to meet some new people!
When my glucose test results came in, they weren't great.... I am a gestational diabetic again :( As unpleasant as this news was, it wasn't a big surprise. I was able to pick up my new blood glucose monitor the day after getting my diagnosis. That made it easier to start following the diet and keeping track of things.
Sunday the 26th found us celebrating birthdays with our nephews, Jack and Kyle. We went to Little Italian in Naperville for some very yummy pizza... then back to their house for gifts and cake. It's a lot of fun getting to watch the kids dig into all of their gifts. Both boys got new bikes and they were a hit!!! Unfortunately, I didn't get to have any cake because the pizza did a number on my blood sugar. Boo!
On the 29th, Julie was nice enough to keep Emma for me (much to Emma's GREAT pleasure!) while I went to Hinsdale Hospital's Maternal Fetal Medicine clinic. I had my meeting with the dietitian who said I didn't really need to meet with her because I was doing okay with the diet and controlling my daytime sugar numbers. I also had an ultrasound and met with the doctor. Peanut got a clean bill of health... and confirmation that he is still a he.... As of the 29th, he weighed 1 lb 15 oz and was 13 inches long. He was exactly were he should be for 26 weeks. The doctor was a little concerned about my fasting (first thing in the morning) blood sugar numbers, but delayed putting me on medication. For the next few weeks, I just have to call in my blood sugar numbers weekly. I go back to the doctor for a regular check up October 21 and then for another ultrasound on Oct. 26.
I think that covers most of what happened in the second half of September... I'll try to be better about getting updates posted in the future.
I had my 3 hour glucose tolerance test the morning of September 18. I made it through the test without too much trouble and enjoyed a Potbelly's meatball sandwich right after. That evening Dave and I had our first church dinner club get together. It was a lot of fun to meet some new people!
When my glucose test results came in, they weren't great.... I am a gestational diabetic again :( As unpleasant as this news was, it wasn't a big surprise. I was able to pick up my new blood glucose monitor the day after getting my diagnosis. That made it easier to start following the diet and keeping track of things.
Sunday the 26th found us celebrating birthdays with our nephews, Jack and Kyle. We went to Little Italian in Naperville for some very yummy pizza... then back to their house for gifts and cake. It's a lot of fun getting to watch the kids dig into all of their gifts. Both boys got new bikes and they were a hit!!! Unfortunately, I didn't get to have any cake because the pizza did a number on my blood sugar. Boo!
On the 29th, Julie was nice enough to keep Emma for me (much to Emma's GREAT pleasure!) while I went to Hinsdale Hospital's Maternal Fetal Medicine clinic. I had my meeting with the dietitian who said I didn't really need to meet with her because I was doing okay with the diet and controlling my daytime sugar numbers. I also had an ultrasound and met with the doctor. Peanut got a clean bill of health... and confirmation that he is still a he.... As of the 29th, he weighed 1 lb 15 oz and was 13 inches long. He was exactly were he should be for 26 weeks. The doctor was a little concerned about my fasting (first thing in the morning) blood sugar numbers, but delayed putting me on medication. For the next few weeks, I just have to call in my blood sugar numbers weekly. I go back to the doctor for a regular check up October 21 and then for another ultrasound on Oct. 26.
I think that covers most of what happened in the second half of September... I'll try to be better about getting updates posted in the future.
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