1 Week Old

John is 1 week old today!

He had his 1 week check up and is
 "perfect" (in the words of the doctor).

Birth weight-8lbs 10oz.

Day 2  - 8lbs 6oz.

Day 3  - 8lbs 5oz.

Today - 8lbs 7oz.

He's now taking 3oz every 3 hours or so, plus nursing.

He slept 4.5 hours last night.  HOORAY!

More photos (click to see a larger size)

Adjusting

We are still adjusting to life with a new baby.  It's never easy to go from sleeping all night to suddenly getting up every 2 hours, or having to stop everything to hold or feed the baby in the day time.  Lots more laundry and dishes, and then of course trying to keep up with what you once never kept up with in the first place! ha

It's all wonderful though.  I like stopping for the baby and am thankful he cries when he needs something.  In a large family, you have to be a very squeaky wheel to get your grease.

John is taking 2oz every 2 hours around the clock for the most part.  Some is human and some is cow, but he's taking all of it well and is a happy baby.  He's wearing newborn diapers and clothes still. 

School is on hold for a bit, but we hope to start back up on Monday.  We will see how that goes.

John has a one week app. this Friday.  I will update afterwards.

We're home!

We got home today around 3pm.  I have more pictures to post of all the kids getting to see their baby brother for the first time.

It's going to be hard not to try to do everything I am used to doing around here and to rest. 

John loves his carseat...hooray!  He also seems to like being home much better than the hospital.  He didn't care about any of the loud noises in the house or the chaos.  He was used to hearing it inside me anyway. 

Once I can get some real sleep, I think we can settle back into a good routine.  I did not sleep much at the hospital.  I would say I probably slept only about 10 hours total of the 66 I was there.  I am glad to get back to my own bed!

Thanks to all who came to visit me.  I spaced out and totally forgot to get pictures of some that came and I apologize.  I had planned to do it, but never thought of it. 

That's all for tonight.

More tidbits of info. on baby John

John passed his hearing test today.

Ped. checked him out and he's healthy.

He was 8lbs 10oz at birth, 8lbs 6oz on Saturday, and 8lbs 5oz today.  He's doing great!

Billirubin level is 5, which is a good number.

Updates

John was circumcized this evening and all went well. 

He got his Hep B vaccine and his PKU test done.

He did not pass his hearing test this morning, but possibly from fluid still in his ears.  He will be re-tested in the morning.

We will both be going home tomorrow.  Just not sure what time.

Funny to think that he is not even 2 days old yet.  I feel like he has been here forever.  I am TOTALLY in love with this little guy. 

I can't wait for the boys and E to meet him tomorrow when we get home.  I will post pictures as soon as I can of all that.

Now..we just need a new seat for the van so we can fit this baby in there! :)

Baby Video #2

Baby Video #1

More info. on the birth

I will try to write more later, but here are some highlights from the birth.

Yes, it was a VBA2C (Vaginal Birth After 2 Cesareans), PRAISE TO THE LORD!!!

As you saw in the picture, he had a true not knot in his cord.  It had no ill effect on him because it was not tight.  Again we praise the Lord for sparing him from what could have been a tragedy.

He has a bruised nose and upper lip from coming out so fast and hitting my pubic bone.  He will be ok.

I did not need an episiotomy for the first time!  I did tear a little, but only 1st degree and only 3 stitches.

I got to the hospital about 8pm and had him at 3:47am.  Less than 8 hours from start to finish.  It went by so fast!

He has this REALLY high pitched scream.  He made it when he first came out and still does it.  ha

He is nursing well and sleeping a lot.

If I think of more, I will post it.

Birth Announcement

JOHN ISAAC

April 23, 2010

3:47am

8lbs 10oz

19 3/4 inches

See the knot in his cord?  We are thankful it was "knot" tight.

Heading to hospital

We are heading to the hospital in a bit.  My mom is on her way over to watch the kids.  Will update ASAP!

40 weeks 2 days

I had another app. this morning.  I am now 5cm and doctor said I am ready to go...anytime now.  Hmm...where have I heard that before?  I am waiting to hear back from his nurse who is trying to get me an app. for Monday to be induced if I make it that far.  He said really they will probably just break my water and that's all I will need.  I have the same feeling.  I tend to go fast once that happens. 

It's earth day...that would be a nice day to get all earthy and give birth!  Everyone keeps checking on me...it's really sweet.   This is the latest I have ever had a baby.  My 5 year old son was the latest until now, but I am officially past that point as of 2:37am today.

Doctor said I have lots of fluid and when my water breaks it will be a gusher.  Sounds fun. HA!

My BP was great today, so no worries there.  Looks like I really might get my VBA2C after all.  I am really praying.  Please keep us both in your prayers as well if you will.  THANKS!

That's about all there is to tell until I hear more or something happens. 

Due Day

It's my due date.  I think the baby forgot he was supposed to be out by now.  I tell ya....he's already not listening to me and isn't even born yet.  What stubborn children I have. HA!   Or maybe I should take it as a compliment that I have a comfy womb?  Or maybe he heard the kids screaming and fighting and decided he would rather not be a part of that.  hmmm.

I am wating for my vacation at the hospital.  Think about it:

No dishes

No laundry

Peace and quiet

Meals brought right to your bedside and picked up a while later.

Someone coming in and saying "Is there anything I can get you"? :)

One-on-one time with your baby.

You don't have to get dressed or even get out of bed if you don't feel like it.

Did I mention yummy meals they bring you?  Yes, I love hospital food.

Oh and my favorite thing of all...crushed ice!

Ok, really my favorte thing is the baby, but that aside..I will enjoy the rest of it for a few days.  I don't sleep well in the hospital, so that's something negative, but it is only for a few days, then I can sleep when I get home.

Please pray I do not have another c-section.

Please pray that even if I do, that baby and I are healthy in the end.

Please pray that I go on my own and don't need an induction next week.

Please pray that the baby is well-born and will not need the NICU for any reason.

Please pray that I do not have PPD like last time (although I believe the c-section brought that on).

Oh baby boy..I can't wait to meet you!

I can't wait to nurse you!

I can't wait to kiss your toes and face!

I can't wait to smell your newborn skin!

I can't wait to put your tiny diapers on!

I can't wait to tell the world your name!

I can't wait to find out what you REALLY weigh (the guess is about 8lbs 6oz as of right now).

I can't wait to snuggle with you in bed.

I can't wait to see your siblings meet you for the first time.

Hurry up baby boy...your daddy is getting more impatient than I am for you to get here.  He wants vacation from work too. HA!

I love you sweet boy...see you soon!

Another OB app.

39 weeks 6 days...due date is tomorrow.

BP was great!
Baby is about 8.5lbs now.

No real major news to share.

I go back on Thursday to see my OB (saw NP today), IF I have not had the baby by then.

And then we will discuss induction for next week which will put me 1 week overdue. 

With 2 c-sections in my history, it's not good for me to go much over a week. 

Hopefully I don't make it that long, but good to have something planned just incase.

Will keep you posted.

Back to laundry, dishes, and other house cleaning.

Only 2 days left until my due date...it's getting exciting.  Max of 12 days until I meet my baby boy.  We will see how soon it will be though.  I have another OB app. tomorrow because of my high BP and will update after I get back.

Baby Gift

A gift for baby boy from Grandma (my mom).

See the toes?  So cute!

Haircut

Our 7 year old got her hair cut today. 

39 week OB app.

Just got back from my app.  I am 39 weeks 3 days.
BP was high...something over 90.  Laid on my left side and it went down to 100/60.  So that's good!
I am 4cm dilated.
I actually lost .2lbs this last week.
I go back Monday because of my BP, but maybe I won't make it that long.  That would be nice.
I am to rest this weekend. HA!  I will try. :)
Baby is still head down.  I saw him on the sonogram again and he's practice breathing.

Still waiting

Incase anyone was wondering, no baby yet.  5 days until my due date and I have a 39 week app. tomorrow.  I will update after that.  Baby is about 8lbs now based on the sonogram.  Guess we will see.  8lbs would be a nice size. :)

Let's Go Fly a Kite!

Flying kites the other day. 

The wind was perfect for it. 

Oh what a beautiful sky!

8 days until my due date??  Where did the time go?  That's all I dreamt about last night.  Never dreamt about the baby, just being pregnant and going into labor.  It's on my mind all the time now.  Ok let's not say 8 days.  I could go over by 1 week.  So let's say 15 days.  That's still not much time.  I am not as anxious to have this baby as I have been in the past.  Maybe because I am so busy and think of all the things I still need/want to do.  I wanted to have this house clean before I left.

HAHAHAHAHAHA...um..that won't happen unless we move out.

Baby Shower

My church threw a baby shower for me.  I was in shock when they told me because this is my 6th and certainly not my first boy.  We are also not members of this church yet and have only been going there about 6 months.  I was overwhelmed today with attention, gifts, and love of my church family.  I am so blessed, but feel so undeserving of it all.  I wanted to share my "loot" with you all.  Baby stuff..so much fun!

Lots of diapers and wipes in all different sizes.  The baskets have newborn diapers in them with messages from all the ladies at the shower.  Encouraging words for middle of the night changings.

And here is........

....what was left of the cake!  But now it's gone.  My kids took care of that.

Balloon and....

.....flowers

It was a wonderful morning!

38 week OB appointment

I had my 38 week OB appointment (38 weeks 3 days to be exact).  I am posterior still and only 1cm.  Baby is head down still as I already knew.  Not much chance of him turning at this point.  BP was great and that was my main concern!  Basically not much going on, but all that can change quickly.   I have plenty to do to get ready anyway.

This day started out cool (like I prefer) but now it's hot out already.  I am so not liking this summer weather in the spring.  :(

9:20am - Our 5 year old gets his stitches spider removed from his head today.  He's actually looking forward to it. HA!

11am - Our niece picks up our 10 and 7 year old girls to take them to the park for a picnic lunch.

1pm - My OB appointment.  11 days until my due date...hooray!

6pm - MIL bringing dinner over.

Also on the agenda...clean clean clean, do laundry, do dishes, declutter some more junk.  I went into labor with our 5 year old after cleaning the house all day.  Hmm..wonder if that would work again.  Of course I was overdue at the time, so.....

My baby shower is tomorrow.  Looking forward to that. :)

Cloth diapers and nesting

I reorganized all my cloth diapers. Getting out the itty bitty ones and packing up the larger ones. Baby will wear XS at first and our 22 month old wears M. These are all in my room where I change diapers on my bed. I can't wait to put the tiny ones on the baby soon! What fun! I am majorly nesting and am decluttering tons of junk from my house and cleaning as I go. Still tons more to do, but I am seeing some progress!

Our 5 year old went to the doctor today. He has strep. His 7 year old sister just had that 2 weeks ago or so. 10 days of Keflex and he will be good as new. :) Who is next? NOT ME!

Our church is throwing me a baby shower. I am so excited and am looking forward to that. It's this Saturday from 10-12 and will be a brunch.

Our 5 year old gets his stitches out this Friday morning and in the afternoon I have another OB app. Should be an interesting one since he will check to see if I have dilated and other interesting info. I am praying my BP stays normal. We don't want ANY reason for induction!

Baby Clothes and Diapers

Went through all the clothes and found some baby stuff. Itty bitty cloth diapers, newborn outfits and onesies, etc. Started to put them away. He will share a dresser with his sister. I just need to make room in her dresser to fit his stuff in. So far he only has 1 drawer. They outgrow this size so quickly! :(

The new school desk!

Got it for free! Neighbor was tossing it and it was a treasure to us. :)

Happy Birthday

to my wonderful husband!

My 5 year old son fell in the driveway yesterday off of his dumptruck and hit his head. His "cool" stitches and betadine stain soon after his trip to urgent care. He saw this picture and said it looked like a spider eating his head. I know..nice picture to start out with. I promise prettier ones to come.

First entry on April fools day. I finally am going to blog about my boring life and hope someone somewhere can enjoy hearing about the everyday life I lead. Homeschooling, cloth diapering, my wonderful husband, and all of my kids. That's what will be talked about most. My new baby on the way, which is on my mind the most right now. Due in less than 3 weeks and praying for a VBA2C! Hopefully I can figure this blogging out and get some pictures on here.