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Thursday, April 29, 2010
One Month Old!
I can't believe it has been a month already! Trayson has already grown so much. We are leaving for Star Valley today to bless him there. We'll see how he does on the long drive. I am so excited for him to meet all of his aunts uncles and cousins! It will be a great weekend! Sorry I can't write more I have to finish getting everything ready!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
So Blessed
I am so very blessed to be the mother of this sweet little boy. I am having the time of my life being a mom. It is hard but I am rewarded 10 times for every minute I'm up during the night with him. Some may think I'm a little young to already have a baby but I guess I've wanted this for a long time. I couldn't be happier.I took Trayson into the Dr. yesterday and he is up to 8 lbs even now. He is still 21 and 1/2 inches and the Dr said he looks great. The poor little guy screamed and screamed during his PKU test.
The past week has been very relaxing ( as relaxing as possible with a newborn) Billy had the whole week off so he got ahead on his school work and we watched lots of movies and took turns snuggling with Tray. I'm so glad I have a snuggly baby! We borrowed 5 seasons of the office from our friends and have been watching those at night while we get Tray to sleep so that has been fun. We used to think the Office was so stupid but when you watch them from the beginning they are hilarious.
Well everything is going great with us. Hope you like these pics of our little guy. You're probably going to get sick of me posting pictures all the time. But I just love to show him off.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
The Whole Story
The past few days have been pretty crazy! But they also have been some of the funnest I've ever had. We are so in love with our little Trayson and could not be happier. Just a warning this is a VERY long post, but the pics at the end are worth it! So here is the whole story from start to finish.
I am still amazed at how perfect the timing was. It couldn't have worked out better if we planned it. I wanted my Mom to be able to be with me through the delivery and she is 6 hours away from us. I have been praying for a long time that everything would work out where she could be there and the roads would not be bad and she wouldn't have to drive in the middle of the night. So last week I was talking to her and she just felt like she should come on Wednesday. So my Mom and my Dad both drove down on Wednesday and got here around 4:00. And wouldn't you know....contractions started at 5:00. They weren't painful just uncomfortable and would come every 5 to 6 mintues. I have had tons of braxton hicks contractions most of my pregnancy so it was a normal feeling. We didn't feel like waiting around to see if they got stronger so we ordered a pizza and then went to a movie. Through out the movie they were still consistant and were getting stronger. We went home and packed our last few things and decided that it wouldn't hurt to go check it out. I really didn't think it was the real thing yet.
We got to the hospital at 12:00 and I had only dialated 1/2 a centimeter since my Dr appointment that afternoon. So in 7 hours of contractions, not much had happened. The Dr on call told me to go walk for an hour and see if anything happened. I could tell my contractions were getting stronger but there were still no changes. Thankfully the nurse talked the Dr. into coming in because she thought I was for sure in labor. I'm am very grateful that the nurse didn't send us home because by the time we got into our labor room the contractions were much stronger and the pain meds she gave me only seemed to work for 10 minutes at a time. The nurse asked if I wanted my epidural now. I was still only at 4 centimeters. The pain was tolerable and I didn't feel that I needed it but I told them to get it coming so I wouldn't have to wait if I was desperate. I'm also glad that I did this because by the time the anesthesiologist actually got there I was dialated to a 9 and was getting pretty desperate. Trayson was posterior so it was causing pretty bad back labor. There were 2 other women that got an epidural before me so I had to wait my turn. My water hadn't broke yet and I was praying that it wouldn't until I got the epidural. I got the epidural just before 6. He did an awesome job...even though he seemed to really take his time.
After that I was feeling much better but could still feel the contractions. The Dr. came in and broke my water. I couldn't start pushing yet because he was still up to high. So I had to labor down for two hours and let the contractions move him down more. A little after 8 I was ready to push and because he was posterior they had me lay on one side and push then lay on the other side and push to try and get him to turn the right way. After an hour and a half of pushing the Dr. decided we needed some help so he used the forceps. In all honesty for having an epidural I felt a lot more than I wanted to, but it was do-able. So with the forceps and an episiotomy my little boy was born at 9:19 in the morning on April 1st. April Fools!
It was the most incredible experience when I saw my little guy. I was absolutely in love right from the start. They just wouldn't give him to me fast enough. I was sitting there with my arms out to him until they gave him to me. I'm sure it was only a few seconds but it was driving me crazy! The poor little guy was a little beat up from using the forceps as you can see in the pics I posted last time.
It also worked out great because my Dad was able to see Trayson that morning before he left for Star Valley. Again, we couldn't have planned it better. And I am so grateful for the support that my husband and my Mom gave me through out the whole thing. I couldn't have done it without them.
I just can't even explain how much I love little Trayson. He is so special and such a sweetie. It has melted my heart to see Billy fall in love with Trayson even though he is a "newborn" and can't play baseball. The first night home was pretty rough but they are getting better. Well sorry for the novel but I know some were thirsting for all the juicy details!
All curled up in his boppy
So in love
I am still amazed at how perfect the timing was. It couldn't have worked out better if we planned it. I wanted my Mom to be able to be with me through the delivery and she is 6 hours away from us. I have been praying for a long time that everything would work out where she could be there and the roads would not be bad and she wouldn't have to drive in the middle of the night. So last week I was talking to her and she just felt like she should come on Wednesday. So my Mom and my Dad both drove down on Wednesday and got here around 4:00. And wouldn't you know....contractions started at 5:00. They weren't painful just uncomfortable and would come every 5 to 6 mintues. I have had tons of braxton hicks contractions most of my pregnancy so it was a normal feeling. We didn't feel like waiting around to see if they got stronger so we ordered a pizza and then went to a movie. Through out the movie they were still consistant and were getting stronger. We went home and packed our last few things and decided that it wouldn't hurt to go check it out. I really didn't think it was the real thing yet.
We got to the hospital at 12:00 and I had only dialated 1/2 a centimeter since my Dr appointment that afternoon. So in 7 hours of contractions, not much had happened. The Dr on call told me to go walk for an hour and see if anything happened. I could tell my contractions were getting stronger but there were still no changes. Thankfully the nurse talked the Dr. into coming in because she thought I was for sure in labor. I'm am very grateful that the nurse didn't send us home because by the time we got into our labor room the contractions were much stronger and the pain meds she gave me only seemed to work for 10 minutes at a time. The nurse asked if I wanted my epidural now. I was still only at 4 centimeters. The pain was tolerable and I didn't feel that I needed it but I told them to get it coming so I wouldn't have to wait if I was desperate. I'm also glad that I did this because by the time the anesthesiologist actually got there I was dialated to a 9 and was getting pretty desperate. Trayson was posterior so it was causing pretty bad back labor. There were 2 other women that got an epidural before me so I had to wait my turn. My water hadn't broke yet and I was praying that it wouldn't until I got the epidural. I got the epidural just before 6. He did an awesome job...even though he seemed to really take his time.
After that I was feeling much better but could still feel the contractions. The Dr. came in and broke my water. I couldn't start pushing yet because he was still up to high. So I had to labor down for two hours and let the contractions move him down more. A little after 8 I was ready to push and because he was posterior they had me lay on one side and push then lay on the other side and push to try and get him to turn the right way. After an hour and a half of pushing the Dr. decided we needed some help so he used the forceps. In all honesty for having an epidural I felt a lot more than I wanted to, but it was do-able. So with the forceps and an episiotomy my little boy was born at 9:19 in the morning on April 1st. April Fools!
It was the most incredible experience when I saw my little guy. I was absolutely in love right from the start. They just wouldn't give him to me fast enough. I was sitting there with my arms out to him until they gave him to me. I'm sure it was only a few seconds but it was driving me crazy! The poor little guy was a little beat up from using the forceps as you can see in the pics I posted last time.
It also worked out great because my Dad was able to see Trayson that morning before he left for Star Valley. Again, we couldn't have planned it better. And I am so grateful for the support that my husband and my Mom gave me through out the whole thing. I couldn't have done it without them.
I just can't even explain how much I love little Trayson. He is so special and such a sweetie. It has melted my heart to see Billy fall in love with Trayson even though he is a "newborn" and can't play baseball. The first night home was pretty rough but they are getting better. Well sorry for the novel but I know some were thirsting for all the juicy details!
All curled up in his boppy
So in loveSaturday, April 3, 2010
Welcome to the world!
Trayson Kyle Kennington
Born April 1st 9:19 a.m.
7 lbs 10 oz
21 1/2 inches
I will post more on the whole story a little later. For now we are adjusting to life with this wonderful little addition. We couldn't love him more! Enjoy these pics for now.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Full Term and READY!
Our little baby boy is officially a full term baby! And It is wonderful to know that he could come anyday and be perfectly fine. No more worrying about a preemie baby. We are getting so excited to meet this little guy and I am oh so ready to have him out of me. :) Next week they will check and see if anything is going on yet which I hope it is. And these pictures will hopefully be the last that I post. I almost didn't post the 37 week one. I feel absolutely hideous so don't expect anymore of these! haha At my appointment yesterday the Dr. guessed that he is around 6 1/2 pounds right now. But he said it's easy to be way off on the weight.
This week has been so nice and I've been able to go outside and walk around a bit. I still have tons of BH contractions so it makes it a little hard. Spring is such a perfect time to have a baby I decided.
I thought I was big enough in my 35 week picture and was surprised at how much I had grown in just two weeks. I'd hate to see what I look like in another two weeks! Billy is home now from both of his week long clinicals. So it has been nice getting those out of the way. It's always a worry when he has to be gone a week at a time. But nothing exciting happened and now this baby is free to come whenever he is ready! Come on little one!
35 weeks
"Yikes!" is all I can say
This week has been so nice and I've been able to go outside and walk around a bit. I still have tons of BH contractions so it makes it a little hard. Spring is such a perfect time to have a baby I decided.
I thought I was big enough in my 35 week picture and was surprised at how much I had grown in just two weeks. I'd hate to see what I look like in another two weeks! Billy is home now from both of his week long clinicals. So it has been nice getting those out of the way. It's always a worry when he has to be gone a week at a time. But nothing exciting happened and now this baby is free to come whenever he is ready! Come on little one!
35 weeks
"Yikes!" is all I can say 37 weeks
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Pregnancy Pros and Cons
Things I like about pregnancy:
1. Tiny hiccups
2. Big kicks
3. Singing to him in the car
4. Actually looking pregnant
6. Back massages from Billy
7. Hearing his heartbeat
8. Decorating his room
9. Organizing his room
10. Folding and refolding his clothes
11. Constantly baby shopping online
12. Buying clothes
13. Looking forward to being a Mommy
14. Baby showers
15. Imagining what he will look/be/act like
16. Getting the “oh how special” look from old ladies.
17. Constantly having my hand resting on my belly so I don’t miss anything.
18. Just sitting in the rocking chair in his room
19. The excuse to take a nap whenever I want
20. The anticipation
21. Giving into cravings without feeling guilty (The baby told me too)
22. Thicker hair
23. Parking in the expectant mother’s parking spot at the mall.
24. Helping to bring a new life into the world.
25. Being part of a miracle
Things I won’t miss about pregnancy:
1. Back pain
2. Hip pain
3. Dizzy spells
4. Sore feet
5. Stretchmarks
6. Literally not being able to walk after a day at work
7. Being so sleepy
8. People telling me I look like I should be having twins.
9. People telling me the right way to have my baby
10. Hard core rib kicks. (They still make me smile though)
11. Can’t bend over
12. Can’t sleep
13. Can’t stop crying!
14. “Can’t breath!”
15. Leg suddenly giving out
16. Restless leg syndrome (yes it’s a real thing)
17. Stares from strangers, like they’ve never seen a pregnant lady before
18. Trying my hardest not to waddle in public
19. Icy sidewalks and stairs
20. My fast walk is slower than a turtle
21. Up half the night with contractions
22. Worrying that he’s okay when he’s still for a while
31 weeks
32 weeks
1. Tiny hiccups
2. Big kicks
3. Singing to him in the car
4. Actually looking pregnant
6. Back massages from Billy
7. Hearing his heartbeat
8. Decorating his room
9. Organizing his room
10. Folding and refolding his clothes
11. Constantly baby shopping online
12. Buying clothes
13. Looking forward to being a Mommy
14. Baby showers
15. Imagining what he will look/be/act like
16. Getting the “oh how special” look from old ladies.
17. Constantly having my hand resting on my belly so I don’t miss anything.
18. Just sitting in the rocking chair in his room
19. The excuse to take a nap whenever I want
20. The anticipation
21. Giving into cravings without feeling guilty (The baby told me too)
22. Thicker hair
23. Parking in the expectant mother’s parking spot at the mall.
24. Helping to bring a new life into the world.
25. Being part of a miracle
Things I won’t miss about pregnancy:
1. Back pain
2. Hip pain
3. Dizzy spells
4. Sore feet
5. Stretchmarks
6. Literally not being able to walk after a day at work
7. Being so sleepy
8. People telling me I look like I should be having twins.
9. People telling me the right way to have my baby
10. Hard core rib kicks. (They still make me smile though)
11. Can’t bend over
12. Can’t sleep
13. Can’t stop crying!
14. “Can’t breath!”
15. Leg suddenly giving out
16. Restless leg syndrome (yes it’s a real thing)
17. Stares from strangers, like they’ve never seen a pregnant lady before
18. Trying my hardest not to waddle in public
19. Icy sidewalks and stairs
20. My fast walk is slower than a turtle
21. Up half the night with contractions
22. Worrying that he’s okay when he’s still for a while
31 weeks
32 weeksOnly about 6 and 1/2 weeks until my due date! I can't believe it. I'm almost 34 weeks now. It will be here before we now it. I'm really having fun getting everything ready. I've had a long list of baby things and we've been wittling away at it for a while.
I have had a few nights where I have been up with contractions for four to five hours. But my Dr. checked everything and said that everything looked good and to come in if they were any worse than they had been. I haven't had any nights like that for a couple weeks. Just a few contractions here and there. Like last Sunday when I was giving a talk in church. I felt my face get really hot and I almost skipped to the end and sat down. But I decided that my talk was already short enough that I should finish. It wasn't the funnest thing though. I'm just glad that it's over. It was a long week worrying about that stupid talk...poor Billy. He has been wonderful to me. My Dr just had her baby a couple days ago so now she won't be there for a month. So he has to stay in there for at least that long!
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Rockin' the Baby Gut!
I'm officially "Rockin the Baby Gut" now. I've grown a lot over the last few weeks. I pretty much can't fit into anything unless it is maternity. I feel like I'm huge already but I know I'm going to get much much bigger before this is all over. Everything is still going great at my appointments and there haven't been any concerns of anykind. He is growing great!Nothing has improved with my back and hips though. It's the only thing I don't like about it all. I have trouble with my siattic nerve mostly on the left side. It gives out on me sometimes and in the mornings and can't put any weight on my leg without it hurting. My Dr said that if it's not better by now it will probably just get worse the bigger I get. Oh...joy. But it's all good I just love feelin him kick and squirm around. It is by far the best feeling ever! I'm so lucky.
I had a baby shower in Star Valley over Christmas break. It was a great turn out and gave us a good start on things we need for this little boy.
27 weeks down....12 to go!
24 Weeks
27 weeks (today)
I just have to brag about the cutest crib bedding that I found on ebay. So So cute! I wanted to do something that wasn't just the ordinary baby blue. It came with all the bedding, pillows, diaper stacker, 2 valences, toy bag, and 3 decorations. And here's the killer....it was only $50 plus shipping! Ah! I love it even more because we got such a deal.
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