Well, I've made it to the 38 weeks mark....or should I say Carter Matthew Gose has made it to the 38 weeks mark. We're very anxious, especially now that we know he's "safe" for arrival. I would feel comfortable with anytime towards the end of next week....so I'm open to anything after July 21st on.
When I went to the Dr. on Wednesday 7/14 he is not making any progress in the coming early department. He hasn't dropped nor have I started any dialation or anything. I go back Wednesday 7/21 and they're going to do another ultrasound to check on his size. I'm hoping he makes a debut shortly after that appointment.
I'm not sleeping well, and I know, I know, the whole God's way of preparing you for a newborn....but I'm good with waking up FOR A REASON!!!!
I'm not a big napper, but lately I've been requiring a nap at least a few days a week. I wish I was getting "banked" sleep, but really I'm just making up for the rough night before. I have gotten to where I take my naps in Carter's room. It's the coolest room in the house.
I really feel blessed to have experienced such an uneventful pregnancy. So many people deal with challenging issues while being pregnant. The only thing I've dealt with is swelling. And it's the good swelling, not the bad swelling. My blood pressure and urine checks have all been good. Swelling + high BP + proteins in urine = pre-eclampsia, which is BAD! I also thought I might have to deal with gestational diabetes...but luckily I skipped that too!
Another funny detail of this pregnancy has been Matt! He has turned into a Nervous Nellie! If I don't answer the phone by the time he calls the house phone and my cell phone....he calls my Mom! This has happened twice in the past week. I tried to explain to him that if something's going on.....he'll know it! My first slip up was when I was headed up to the Dr. I made the mistake of running into Walgreens for all of 5 minutes and the second slip up was when I took a 3 hour nap one day and didn't answer the phone. Both situations warranted a phone call to my Mom.....
Well, I think I need to go take a nap.....but I'll text him and warn him before I lay down!!
Friday, July 16, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
post about nothing.....
I really don't have anything to share. We're on the countdown. I have really had a fairly easy pregnancy. I am very thankful for that. Although, now it's starting to get to me. I'm not complaining.....because I would much rather have swollen feet and legs and a way too much weight gain than to not be pregnant.
As the days pass on (31 until ETA, to be exact) I'm becoming a little uncomfortable. I take that back, a lot uncomfortable. I never realized how much my range of motion would be altered. I drop things on the ground and stand there and ponder, "Really, is it that important that I pick it up?"
I am not the best housekeeper, never have, never will be.....but I am a sweeper. I don't like to feel dirt under my feet, AT ALL. But these days, I still sweep, but that dust pile is one of those things that I don't like to bend over and pick up! Matt comes home and makes fun of my "pile." But hey, at least I did something.
We've been in nesting mode, Matt just as much as me. We've made a small impact, but it seems like we find one project that just leads to another. Most everything is ready for Carter's arrival. Now it's just an ongoing battle to get everything put away. There's just a constant need for more room. Now when Matt asks, I just say, "Throw it away!"
So now that I've shared how disorganized we were before we started nesting....I guess I better get going on picking up and putting away. We're getting closer!
Something tells me not to expect ALL of the next 31 days ;-)
As the days pass on (31 until ETA, to be exact) I'm becoming a little uncomfortable. I take that back, a lot uncomfortable. I never realized how much my range of motion would be altered. I drop things on the ground and stand there and ponder, "Really, is it that important that I pick it up?"
I am not the best housekeeper, never have, never will be.....but I am a sweeper. I don't like to feel dirt under my feet, AT ALL. But these days, I still sweep, but that dust pile is one of those things that I don't like to bend over and pick up! Matt comes home and makes fun of my "pile." But hey, at least I did something.
We've been in nesting mode, Matt just as much as me. We've made a small impact, but it seems like we find one project that just leads to another. Most everything is ready for Carter's arrival. Now it's just an ongoing battle to get everything put away. There's just a constant need for more room. Now when Matt asks, I just say, "Throw it away!"
So now that I've shared how disorganized we were before we started nesting....I guess I better get going on picking up and putting away. We're getting closer!
Something tells me not to expect ALL of the next 31 days ;-)
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Man is it HOT outside!!!
Well, now that school is out, I've turned into a lazy bum! It's just so hot outside. I did go to the OB and registered at The Regency Hospital yesterday. I was gone much of the day....so that justifies staying home all day today....right?
I don't have anything to update in terms of the doctor's appointment. It was the same old blood pressure, weight, listen to the heartbeat, do you have any questions appointment. I also went and pre-registered at the hospital. Note to self, when you go to register, take your insurance card! I had about a 2 hour break in between so I decided to run to Target and Toys r Us in Lakeland. Only problem is that I also forgot to grab the gift cards that were given to us! So a lot of forgetting going on around here. I can't blame it totally on pregnancy, I do this a lot on my own. I did actually get the gift cards together before I left, Matt called me right as I was doing that, and he asked me to look something up on the computer....and that's where I left them.
Well, I hope everyone stays cool, drink lots of water!!
I don't have anything to update in terms of the doctor's appointment. It was the same old blood pressure, weight, listen to the heartbeat, do you have any questions appointment. I also went and pre-registered at the hospital. Note to self, when you go to register, take your insurance card! I had about a 2 hour break in between so I decided to run to Target and Toys r Us in Lakeland. Only problem is that I also forgot to grab the gift cards that were given to us! So a lot of forgetting going on around here. I can't blame it totally on pregnancy, I do this a lot on my own. I did actually get the gift cards together before I left, Matt called me right as I was doing that, and he asked me to look something up on the computer....and that's where I left them.
Well, I hope everyone stays cool, drink lots of water!!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
School's Out....
Well, the summer is officially here! I packed up my classroom yesterday and was very excited to turn in my keys. I'll have a (little over) 5 month summer! It's been a rather challenging year, to say the least. Some really great kids, but it was time to call it.....summer!
Since I've met the countdown to summer, now I can work on the countdown to Carter.....about 7 1/2 weeks to go....if he chooses to come close to his due date. So in that time I'll be getting his room together.
Happy Summer........
Since I've met the countdown to summer, now I can work on the countdown to Carter.....about 7 1/2 weeks to go....if he chooses to come close to his due date. So in that time I'll be getting his room together.
Happy Summer........
Friday, May 28, 2010
Carter Matthew is a chunky monkey!!
Matt, Mom, and I went to my OB appointment on Wednesday. We had a scheduled ultrasound just to check on him. I was just shy of being 31 weeks. And my little man is not so little!
Carter's ultrasound weight estimation was 4 lb and 12 oz! Hello, we still have 9 weeks to go Carter Matthew!!! Of course being the Dr. Google that I am....I discovered that at this point he should be 3 lb 5 oz. That made me feel a little bit better, but it's still a little much!
Well, just a quick check-in I'll try to post again soon....
Happy "Almost" Summer,
Christi
Carter's ultrasound weight estimation was 4 lb and 12 oz! Hello, we still have 9 weeks to go Carter Matthew!!! Of course being the Dr. Google that I am....I discovered that at this point he should be 3 lb 5 oz. That made me feel a little bit better, but it's still a little much!
Well, just a quick check-in I'll try to post again soon....
Happy "Almost" Summer,
Christi
Thursday, April 29, 2010
POP.....goes the belly!
Well, it all started out as a pooch but now it's a definite round belly. Weeks 25 to 27 have made the most significant "appearance."
I definitely enjoy the belly that sticks out....just reminds me how much closer we are to our new beginning!
I'm very excited about my first baby shower. The wonderful people I work with at SMS are throwing a baby shower for us next week. Guess we better get busy on cleaning out that spare bedroom ;-) !!!
I definitely enjoy the belly that sticks out....just reminds me how much closer we are to our new beginning!
I'm very excited about my first baby shower. The wonderful people I work with at SMS are throwing a baby shower for us next week. Guess we better get busy on cleaning out that spare bedroom ;-) !!!
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Anyone for Cankles??????
26 Weeks
Well, things have definitely been changing with me. I've developed a belly, mildly during weeks 22-24 and then more so in weeks 24-26. So there's definitely a belly these days. Along with the belly came swelling in week s 24-26. The swelling's not so bad, but when you teach all day....there's not a whole lot you can do about it.
Carter has been flipping and flopping quite a bit! It's very funny I was talking to Caylee (my niece) this evening and she said, "How's Cahr-ter?" She says it with the cutest little accent. And I answered, "He's doing good, he's swimming in my belly?" She got all excited and asked....."All by himself?" It was hilarious! Her connections and associations are so entertaining. She's going to be one amazing BIG cousin.
I don't have anything else exciting to share.....all seems to be going well. My next appointment is 5/5....once again....holiday "Cinco de Mayo."
chg
Well, things have definitely been changing with me. I've developed a belly, mildly during weeks 22-24 and then more so in weeks 24-26. So there's definitely a belly these days. Along with the belly came swelling in week s 24-26. The swelling's not so bad, but when you teach all day....there's not a whole lot you can do about it.
Carter has been flipping and flopping quite a bit! It's very funny I was talking to Caylee (my niece) this evening and she said, "How's Cahr-ter?" She says it with the cutest little accent. And I answered, "He's doing good, he's swimming in my belly?" She got all excited and asked....."All by himself?" It was hilarious! Her connections and associations are so entertaining. She's going to be one amazing BIG cousin.
I don't have anything else exciting to share.....all seems to be going well. My next appointment is 5/5....once again....holiday "Cinco de Mayo."
chg
Saturday, April 3, 2010
It's (fairly) official.....
Well, we're about 95% sure that he will be.......
It took some convincing. Matt and I love the name Carter and it is without a doubt our baby boy's name.....the middle name is a whole different story! For some reason Matt felt the baby's name shouldn't be about him. I on the other hand felt it should most definitely be about him. We've waited for a very long time to have a baby, and he's finally (almost) here. So why wouldn't it be about him? The Carter part is a name we both like, and it begins with a "C" which is a tradition on the Howerton side. So I somewhat feel as though that's about me. So why wouldn't the middle name be about Matt? Matthew is such a strong name, and it goes so well with Carter, it just goes! Carter Matthew is meant to be.
So with some many arm twisting moments he finally agreed that Carter Matthew is a very good name!
Carter meaning....."one who transports goods."
Matthew meaning....."gift of the Lord" ~ and that Carter Matthew is!
Christi
Carter Matthew Gose
It took some convincing. Matt and I love the name Carter and it is without a doubt our baby boy's name.....the middle name is a whole different story! For some reason Matt felt the baby's name shouldn't be about him. I on the other hand felt it should most definitely be about him. We've waited for a very long time to have a baby, and he's finally (almost) here. So why wouldn't it be about him? The Carter part is a name we both like, and it begins with a "C" which is a tradition on the Howerton side. So I somewhat feel as though that's about me. So why wouldn't the middle name be about Matt? Matthew is such a strong name, and it goes so well with Carter, it just goes! Carter Matthew is meant to be.
So with some many arm twisting moments he finally agreed that Carter Matthew is a very good name!
Carter meaning....."one who transports goods."
Matthew meaning....."gift of the Lord" ~ and that Carter Matthew is!
Christi
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Nothing Newsie....Just a Growing Belly
The past few weeks have been pretty good. Slowly starting to feel the squirming of the little guy. I've somewhat questioned my instincts over the past 3 weeks or so only to have them confirmed last night. It's definitely him that I'm feeling. I was laying in bed last night doing my normal flipping and flopping that I do every night for about 30 minutes or so...and whenever I would get settled I could feel "something." When it kept happening I was pretty confident that it was him! Now just to wait until Matt can feel him!
Spring Break begins shortly and I cannot wait....really cannot wait! It's been a really tough year and I tend to look forward to my vacations. We're leaving after school tomorrow and headed to the big town of Dawson, GA. It'll be nice to get away and do NOTHING!! It'll be Matt, Me, Mom, Dad, Carey, Laurie, and Caylee.....I think we're picking up my Grandfather along the way too!
Spring Break also brings another sneak peak at the growing guy. We go for another ultrasound on Thursday 4/1. It's funny, since January, all of my appointments have been on holidays (MLK Day, President's Day, St. Patrick's Day, and now April Fools Day). I did NOT plan any of them. it was just the every four weeks or so. The only one I adjusted was they wanted me to come earlier in March, but I explained that I was an FCAT teacher and needed to wait until the following week. Only problem is that May doesn't really have any holidays around my next visit. May Day and Mother's Day both fall on the weekend......
I'll get back with you to share after Thursday's u/s. We're praying that all is well...I'm sure it is...I feel great....just a little lazy, but sometimes that's great too!
chg
Spring Break begins shortly and I cannot wait....really cannot wait! It's been a really tough year and I tend to look forward to my vacations. We're leaving after school tomorrow and headed to the big town of Dawson, GA. It'll be nice to get away and do NOTHING!! It'll be Matt, Me, Mom, Dad, Carey, Laurie, and Caylee.....I think we're picking up my Grandfather along the way too!
Spring Break also brings another sneak peak at the growing guy. We go for another ultrasound on Thursday 4/1. It's funny, since January, all of my appointments have been on holidays (MLK Day, President's Day, St. Patrick's Day, and now April Fools Day). I did NOT plan any of them. it was just the every four weeks or so. The only one I adjusted was they wanted me to come earlier in March, but I explained that I was an FCAT teacher and needed to wait until the following week. Only problem is that May doesn't really have any holidays around my next visit. May Day and Mother's Day both fall on the weekend......
I'll get back with you to share after Thursday's u/s. We're praying that all is well...I'm sure it is...I feel great....just a little lazy, but sometimes that's great too!
chg
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Whew....where's my energy?
Well, I thought the 2nd trimester was supposed to be easier? I have to admit it would be for a normal person....but I can't have a normal pregnancy. I am a little over 20 weeks...4 1/2 months and I am T-I-R-E-D!!
From about 6 weeks to about 15/16 weeks I had this amazingly severe cough. You know, the kind where you feel as though your lung is going to come out? It was bad, Matt would ask me, "Do you really have to cough that hard? I've never heard anyone cough like that." After a time or two he learned to NEVER ask me that again. He meant well, he kept wanting me to go to the Dr. but I declined until he finally forced me to. And the Dr. said..."It's just a cough, no infection, there isn't anything we can do." Then he really left me alone about it and did actually feel bad for me. Especially the mornings, middays, and evenings where I would cough and cough until I just threw up.
So now, I have another issue....and again this one isn't pregnancy related either! I have a self inflicted (very, very, very, very, mild) form of whiplash. I know, I know, you ask, "How did you do that?" Well about a week and a half ago I was laying (very comfily I might add) on the couch with my laptop when one of my coughing attacks snuck up on me without warning. I jerked my body up and felt a little pull in the left side of my neck. And "there you go" there's my neck issue! So luckily my Uncle is a WONDERFUL chiropractor and he has me (almost) back to my normal self.
I just haven't had the chance to enjoy all those naps and sleeping sessions that you hear pregant women experience. Considering that I was either coughing......or now dealing with my achy neck
Seriously, why can't I just have a normal pregnancy symptom. Actually I've had a very easy pregnancy, I think my guard's just been down. My head's been in the clouds over being pregnant and realizing our dream of having a child is real, we're really going to have a baby and whiplashes and coughs are just sneaking up on me!
So with that being said all of the above has made me a somewhat lazy person. I'm trying to work on that. I did a little more housework than normal and Mom and I went for a walk for a little exercise. I can't wait to put Carter in a stroller and walk around the neighborhood.
Toodles, off to the 'rents house for our weekly Sunday dinner!
Christi
Anxiously Awaiting Carter's Arrival
From about 6 weeks to about 15/16 weeks I had this amazingly severe cough. You know, the kind where you feel as though your lung is going to come out? It was bad, Matt would ask me, "Do you really have to cough that hard? I've never heard anyone cough like that." After a time or two he learned to NEVER ask me that again. He meant well, he kept wanting me to go to the Dr. but I declined until he finally forced me to. And the Dr. said..."It's just a cough, no infection, there isn't anything we can do." Then he really left me alone about it and did actually feel bad for me. Especially the mornings, middays, and evenings where I would cough and cough until I just threw up.
So now, I have another issue....and again this one isn't pregnancy related either! I have a self inflicted (very, very, very, very, mild) form of whiplash. I know, I know, you ask, "How did you do that?" Well about a week and a half ago I was laying (very comfily I might add) on the couch with my laptop when one of my coughing attacks snuck up on me without warning. I jerked my body up and felt a little pull in the left side of my neck. And "there you go" there's my neck issue! So luckily my Uncle is a WONDERFUL chiropractor and he has me (almost) back to my normal self.
I just haven't had the chance to enjoy all those naps and sleeping sessions that you hear pregant women experience. Considering that I was either coughing......or now dealing with my achy neck
Seriously, why can't I just have a normal pregnancy symptom. Actually I've had a very easy pregnancy, I think my guard's just been down. My head's been in the clouds over being pregnant and realizing our dream of having a child is real, we're really going to have a baby and whiplashes and coughs are just sneaking up on me!
So with that being said all of the above has made me a somewhat lazy person. I'm trying to work on that. I did a little more housework than normal and Mom and I went for a walk for a little exercise. I can't wait to put Carter in a stroller and walk around the neighborhood.
Toodles, off to the 'rents house for our weekly Sunday dinner!
Christi
Anxiously Awaiting Carter's Arrival
Friday, March 5, 2010
Saturday, February 27, 2010
It's a B-O-Y!!!
Well, we got a sneek peek around 16.5 weeks (2/16/10) and were able to see the little guy. It was so exciting. Matt and Mom were both able to go with me and I'm so glad to have shared it with both of them.
The little guy was very cooperative. We weren't sure if we were going to find out "for sure" being that it was still so early. As we entered the ultrasound room the tech asked if we were interested in determining the gender and shared that she'd try, but wasn't sure and that it would depend on the baby's cooperation. Well within about 15 seconds she was confident that we will be having a boy!
The ultrasound went great. Being that I'm the ripe "old" age of 34 and will be delivering shortly after my 35th birthday this ultrasound was a level 2 ultrasound to check for down's syndrome markers and the the baby's development was on track. We were very thankful that all looked well and there weren't any markers. It was amazing to see the chambers of the heart busy and working, that the bladder and kidneys were functioning properly.....and that when the tech pressed down on my belly the little guy kicked back! We're not sure if that comes from Matt or I!
Since discovering that Skittle....now is a boy this pregnancy has become so real. I realize knowing the gender does not matter nor does it "make" a pregnancy....but for some reason it's taken the reality that Matt and I have achieved our dream so very real! We both did not care if it was a boy or a girl, but boy do we love blue now!!! That and I think God knew it was best that my first child is a boy to curb/control my shopping habits.
The little guy was very cooperative. We weren't sure if we were going to find out "for sure" being that it was still so early. As we entered the ultrasound room the tech asked if we were interested in determining the gender and shared that she'd try, but wasn't sure and that it would depend on the baby's cooperation. Well within about 15 seconds she was confident that we will be having a boy!
The ultrasound went great. Being that I'm the ripe "old" age of 34 and will be delivering shortly after my 35th birthday this ultrasound was a level 2 ultrasound to check for down's syndrome markers and the the baby's development was on track. We were very thankful that all looked well and there weren't any markers. It was amazing to see the chambers of the heart busy and working, that the bladder and kidneys were functioning properly.....and that when the tech pressed down on my belly the little guy kicked back! We're not sure if that comes from Matt or I!
Since discovering that Skittle....now is a boy this pregnancy has become so real. I realize knowing the gender does not matter nor does it "make" a pregnancy....but for some reason it's taken the reality that Matt and I have achieved our dream so very real! We both did not care if it was a boy or a girl, but boy do we love blue now!!! That and I think God knew it was best that my first child is a boy to curb/control my shopping habits.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Now....for the GOOD stuff!!
Okay, this is the real reason for this blog. Matt and I have followed a rather challenging road leading to the starting of a family. We both knew we wanted a child, hoping maybe for the plural down the road. But right now, we're focused on our single blessing right now and feel that we'll face the plural when it's the right time.
We are expecting a baby in July. It's funny because everyone asks when we're due and I usuallly respond with "end of July." Well, what's interesting is that often "end of July" is not enough. The reason I always respond that way is because how many babies are really due on their due date? I know some are, but what's the percentage?
So with that being said.....Skittle, as we affectionately refer to him/her as will be arriving "end of July!"
We are expecting a baby in July. It's funny because everyone asks when we're due and I usuallly respond with "end of July." Well, what's interesting is that often "end of July" is not enough. The reason I always respond that way is because how many babies are really due on their due date? I know some are, but what's the percentage?
So with that being said.....Skittle, as we affectionately refer to him/her as will be arriving "end of July!"
Intro to the World of Blogging
Well, I have been quite the blog stalker. I have a folder in my favorites and I visit many, many blogs on a weekly basis. Occasionally on a slow week I peruse these blogs 2-3 times a week.
Although, many times I've considered just posting and keeping it private. You know, just for me. But I knew eventually I would want a family blog and please, me keep up with two blogs!!!
So hopefully I will at least attempt to post something news-worthy once a week or a few times a month!!
Although, many times I've considered just posting and keeping it private. You know, just for me. But I knew eventually I would want a family blog and please, me keep up with two blogs!!!
So hopefully I will at least attempt to post something news-worthy once a week or a few times a month!!
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