Camryn Brooke has arrived!

Miss Camryn Brooke decided to make an early apperance. She arrived on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:48pm. She weighed 6lbs 7oz and 19 3/4 inches long. She is doing great and her big sister Payten absoutely loves her. Here are a few pictures from Wednesday evening. I will post more as soon as we return home. :-)

Update from the doctors!

I had my weekly OB appointment today, and things are progressing along. I am 1 cm dilated which we all know doesn't mean too much since you can be dilated for weeks. However my blood pressure is a bit high, and with my swelling Dr. Kareem is concerned. She had me do a panel of blood work to test me for preeclampsia. If the blood work comes out positive it looks like Camryn will be making her debut this weekend. Yikes! Of course we can't wait to meet her but now I am getting nervous. There is still so much to do and feel so unprepared. Since I have the afternoon off tomorrow, my goal is to get lots done. I am hoping this cooler weather stays around at least for a few days so it makes it easier for me to get out and about and get things accomplished. My results should be in at the latest on Friday. I will be sure to post an update if things change. Since many of you don't know what preeclampsia is. Here is a little information on it from the babycenter.com.

What is preeclampsia?

Preeclampsia is a complex disorder that affects 3 to 8 percent of pregnant women. A woman is diagnosed with preeclampsia if she has high blood pressure and protein in her urine after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

(It's possible to have preeclampsia before 20 weeks, but only in rare cases, such as with a molar pregnancy.)

Preeclampsia most commonly shows up after 37 weeks, but it can develop at any time during the second half of pregnancy, including during labor or even after delivery — usually within the first 48 hours.

Preeclampsia can range from mild to severe, and it can progress slowly or rapidly. The only way to get better is to deliver the baby.

37 Weeks

Not too much to report this week. Just the usual uncomfortableness and swelling. But only two weeks or less to go so I am just trucking along. Trying to enjoy the last few weeks of being pregnant but of course with this heat its almost impossible. :-(

We have been preparing around the house for Camryn's arrival and making sure everything is in place for Payten while Sean & I will be at the hospital for a few days. Payten can't wait to meet her baby sister!

I have a doctors appointment on Wednesday so if everything changes I'll be sure to post an update. Happy Monday! :-)

Presents, presents, and more presents!

Camryn is already being spoiled by all of our family and friends. Cousin Brianna & Frankie sent a package full of goodies for Camryn. Thank you for being so generous! We can't wait to use all the new accessories!

GIANTS and PACKERS!

Yup we have two kind of fans in our house. Of course Sean is a Packer fan and Payten seems to be joining his bandwagon. So looks Camryn will be a GIANTS with her mommy :-) Look at these adorable outfits cousin Nicole & Scott purchased for the girls! Payten wore her's on Sunday. Sooo cute!

Letter's are finished!!!

I received an email this morning saying Camryn's letters have been completed. I love love love them! :-) Now I need to decide on ribbon and flower color and they will be shipped this week. YAY! I also received a phone call this morning that the new mirror for Camryn's room is in! WOO HOO! Now maybe we'll be able to finish the nursery this weekend! :-)

36 Weeks

The weeks were flying by, but now they have seemed to slow down quite a bit. It's probably because I am very uncomfortable not to mention all the contractions I have been having :-( Camryn we are ready for you anytime now, so if you would like to make your appearance before October 14th we would be thrilled :-)

According to BabyZone this week...

All About Baby

Your once wiggly baby now favors certain body positions. Typically, your baby will enjoy resting with his head down and his rump toward your ribs—the ideal placement for delivery. Your baby's movements will become less frequent as he has less wiggle room. From now Baby's growth will be slow and steady as he continues to put on weight and fill out.

How Big Is Baby?

Your little one weighs in at six pounds this week and his length hovers around 13.2 inches (crown to rump).

It's getting close....

New Date!!!

Dr. Kareem called this afternoon asking if we can re-schedule Camryn's arrival date. At first she asked to bump it to the 19th, and of course I said no way! I don't want to go backwards, I want go forwards. The ideal date was the 12th but Winnie is already booked so as of right now the new date is Wednesday, October 14th. So looks like Camryn will be sharing her birthday with her Uncle Ryan :-) We will know more as the time gets closer but that is the tentative date for now unless Camryn decides to surprise us and come sooner, which her Mommy would totally love her for that :-)

Happy Tuesday!

35 Weeks

Another week has gone by... and we are that much closer to meeting Camryn. :-) I am actually going into my 36th week but I am little behind of course. I have my weekly OB appointment tomorrow so hopefully I will have some news that my c-section date has been moved up. Keep your fingers crossed. Although the closer it gets the more scared I am getting. It is going to be so hard for me to leave Payten overnight for a few nights and knowing I can't pick her up for a while is going to break my heart. :-( I am hoping I heal fast so things can go back to normal.

Here is what babyzone.com says this week...

All About Baby

At 35 weeks, your baby is considered full-term and she looks developed. The soft, fuzzy hairs that once covered her body begin to disappear. She continues to add fat layers, which will help her stay warm once she's out of the womb. During these last weeks, your baby is developed sleeping patterns (and they often have little to do with night and day!)

How Big Is Baby?

Your unborn baby weighs in at about five pounds, 10 ounces and stretches to around 12 inches (crown to rump).

Little Miss Camryn

Well I'm not sure if I should call her "Little" Miss Camryn since she is already measuring 5lbs 8oz. It's safe to say that if she remains comfy for another 4 weeks she will be almost 8 lbs if not bigger! I am guessing I won't need as many premmie clothes as I needed with Payten :-) Here is a picture from today's ultrasound. It's not the best since she is running out of room in there. We can't wait to meet her in a few weeks!!

Etsy got me again!!

I ordered personalized wall letters for Camryn's room. The seller custom paints them to match your bedding and/or theme. I can't wait to see how they turn out. She is starting them this week. To give you an idea, this is what they will be like, minus the pattern. The seller is candicenkatiesart.

Another week down....

34 weeks
Can you believe it? Now I just hope the last few weeks go just as fast! My swelling has improved a bit but my left ankle is still nonexistent :-(

According to babyzone.com...

All About Baby

Your unborn baby's muscles are maturing along with the rest of his body. He can hold his head up and turn it from side to side. He'll practice his newfound muscle tone by stretching out his arms and kicking his legs.

If you are indeed having a boy, the testes have descended into their proper place. Your baby's eyes are now open when awake, and closed when sleeping. Most of the lanugo is gone and replaced with a thick coat of vernix.

How Big Is Baby?

This week your baby is about 12.8 inches (crown to rump) and weighs nearly five pounds.

Pregnancy Survey

• How far along?: 34 weeks
  
• Total weight gain: 22 lbs
  
• How big is baby?: About 5 lbs (We have a growth ultrasound next week, so we'll know for sure)
  
• Maternity clothes?: Ugh yes, don't remind me!
  
• Stretch marks?: None yet, and I am hoping I am lucky enough for it to stay this way!
• Sleep?: Sleep?? What's that?
  
• Best moment this week?: It's been a rough week, so its hard to say.
  
• Movement?: Lots! She is quite the active one!
  
• Food cravings?: Cucumbers and Veggie Dip!
• Labor signs?: None yet, thank goodness!
  
• Belly button in or out?: A little out
  
• What I miss: Sleeping on my belly and being skinny!!!
  
• What I'm looking forward to: Meeting our Baby Girl!
  

Update from our doctor appointments

Payten had her 18 month well check up yesterday. She did great with the shots. With each time it gets easier for her. Thank goodness! We are on the list for the flu shot, so as soon as that comes out we will be making another visit to Dr. Yarckin. The little peanut only weighs 21 lbs. The doctor is a little concerned and would like to see her in 3 months for a weight check. I am quite perturbed about this. I mean doesn't he see that Sean and I aren't big people. Obviously she inst going to be this huge kid. Ugh, so anyway we'll see what happens. In the meantime we'll try and fatten her up. Haha.

As for my doctors appointment.... it was basically the same. Nothing they can do about my swelling except for me to stay off my feet as much as possible, and since my blood pressure is okay the swelling is normal. I can't see how they think having no ankles or feet is normal, but who knows. I am still dehydrated which I figured because I can feel it. BUt I drink so much and nothing seems to be helping. :-( I have a growth ultrasound on the 10th, so hopefully I will know more then. I am hoping they will take me in when I reach 37 weeks, but we'll see.... Until then I continue to feel miserable and count down the days. :-(

In the meantime, we are going to go this weekend to get the last minute things for Camryn that way I can spend the entire month of September just relaxing on the weekends. I am hoping we get it all accomplished so I can spend Sunday floating around in the pool and napping all day :-)

Hope everything is going well with everyone! Have a great weekend!

Updated Nursery Photos!

Here are a few pictures of Camryn's nursery with the furniture. Minus the mirror since it came in broken. :-( Not sure I love the set up at the moment but need some decor and then we'll go from there. Any color suggestions for an area rug?? Enjoy!

Maternity Photos - Part III

Maternity Photos - Part II

Maternity Photos - Part I

Compliments to Amy Robertson Photography! She did an amazing job! We love them!!! Thank you Amy for capturing this memorable time for us!

29 Weeks and still counting...

All About Baby

Your baby is filling out this week. She's adding fat to insulate her body for the day she leaves her cozy home. You can probably distinguish between feet and hands, head and bottom when your baby-to-be moves inside you. She takes practice breaths but won't breathe air until delivery.

Your baby's growth has begun to slow down now, but she will still gain approximately four pounds between now and birth. If she were born now, she would be able to breathe, but might tire easily and need assistance. Her little eyes are sensitive to light.

How Big Is Baby?

At two pounds, 12 ounces and almost 10 and one-half inches (crown to ump), your little one is growing fast!

I got to see Dr. Kareem on Friday and things are going well so far. She is planning on sending me for a growth ultrasound on the baby within the next few weeks to get a better idea when we will schedule my c-section. My goal date is October 8th :-)

Pregnancy Survey

• How far along?: 29 weeks
  
• Total weight gain: 18 lbs
  
• How big is baby?: About 2 lbs
  
• Maternity clothes?: Oh yes!!
  
• Stretch marks?: None yet, and I am hoping I am lucky enough for it to stay this way!
• Sleep?: Sleep?? What's that?
  
• Best moment this week?: Feeling how strong her kicks are!!
  
• Movement?: Lots! She is quite the active one!
  
• Food cravings?: Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream!
• Labor signs?: None yet, thank goodness!
  
• Belly button in or out?: Flat.. :-/
  
• What I miss: Sleeping on my belly and being skinny!!!
  
• What I'm looking forward to: Seeing how the nursery turns out :-)
  

Lots of new baby things!

It's been a crazy week, but things are finally getting accomplished. I finally made a deicsion about a double stroller. I never knew this would be such a challenge. Of course this could have been avoided if the first stroller would have arrived but it was a scam.. ugh! It took me weeks to get over that whole situation before I even started researching again. But I did find a great deal on Peg Perego Aria Twin Side by Side. And the best part is I ordered it on Wednesday and its shipped already. It'll be here on Monday! :-)We ordered Camryn's furniture about 6 weeks ago, and we were told it would be here no earlier then 10 weeks but more towards 12 weeks. Well of course we have been debating when to start the nursery and figured we would start next weekend and still have weeks to spare. Well, I received a phone call Wednesday that the furniture has arrived and is ready to be picked up. Yikes!! We haven't even purchased the paint yet. So needless to say we'll be busy working on the nursery this weekend. We chose the same furniture collection that Payten has. It's by Munire, the collection is Newport. However this time we choose Antique White. I am excited to see how it all will look! Here are a few pictures of the furniture from Munire's website.
The bedding we chose is Pink Paisley by babybedding.com. Of course that is something else I still need to order but I'm hoping to place that order this weekend. Stay tuned to final pictures of the nursery. I hope it comes out as well as Payten's although we are not doing any crazy walls this time. :-) Happy Thursday everyone!!