and we couldn't be happier!
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Monday, February 18, 2013
It's A ....
GIRL!!
We are so happy to welcome Sidney Rose to our family.
She arrived Monday, February 18, 2013 at 8:14 pm.
Sidney was 8.12 pounds and 20 3/4 inches long at birth.
She was a wonderful surprise to us all, as we didn't know if we were expecting a boy or girl!
The girls are elated and so proud, while Hayes is still unsure if he wants to keep her.
She is a perfect completion to our family and we couldn't be more in love. We thank God for our many blessings and try to enjoy them to the fullest each day!
She is named for my father, Sidney, his mother and her father who are also Sidneys. It was a name we always hoped to use in our little family. Her middle name Rose is in honor of Grandma Jules, Juliette Rose, and Daniel's great Aunt Rose. We think they fit her perfectly!
We love her full head of light brown hair and think she looks like her big sister Georgia the most.
Thank heaven for little girls...
We are so happy to welcome Sidney Rose to our family.
She arrived Monday, February 18, 2013 at 8:14 pm.
Sidney was 8.12 pounds and 20 3/4 inches long at birth.
She was a wonderful surprise to us all, as we didn't know if we were expecting a boy or girl!
The girls are elated and so proud, while Hayes is still unsure if he wants to keep her.
She is a perfect completion to our family and we couldn't be more in love. We thank God for our many blessings and try to enjoy them to the fullest each day!
She is named for my father, Sidney, his mother and her father who are also Sidneys. It was a name we always hoped to use in our little family. Her middle name Rose is in honor of Grandma Jules, Juliette Rose, and Daniel's great Aunt Rose. We think they fit her perfectly!
We love her full head of light brown hair and think she looks like her big sister Georgia the most.
Thank heaven for little girls...
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Life as we know it..with 3 kids!!
"Mommy, hold your hand!"
after church one morning.
playing at school!
"Mommy, a flower for you!"
Georgia's "Mr. Van Gogh" painting she did at school. Her little voice saying that was so precious!
Just another day of dressup and pretending
Emmaline's 1st school sleepover..it was a success and she loved it. Guess who wants to have a sleepover for her birthday...yikes!
While E was at her 1st school sleepover, me and G had our own girl's night with makeovers and mani/pedis.
Kids wearing their Mardi Gras goodies from Aunt Jennie and her 'sunshine box' she sends us!
Emmaline and her friends at school after their chapel performance!
Sister love..it's strong when it's on but when it's off, it's just off!
My almost 6 year old riding her bike. I can't believe she is so tall and independent and beautiful..and I'm her mommy!
Hayes in his Big Brother shirt I made him when I found out I was pregnant with #4!
G on the new swing Daddy got showing off her new haircut..we LOVE it! 
"I'm mowing!" He loves to mow and talk about mowing and drag that thing through the house. 
Hayes loves the vacuum and can't help himself but play with it and take out the hoses and such..His blankets got caught in it here and was a little freaked out.
Taking an early season swim while filling up the pool..
The kids' 1st sand angels this season. We made a trip to the beach because I wanted to do something special with them before the baby arrived..still hasn't arrived....but they loved it. The weather was great but the water was still really cold!
Emmaline playing outside, one of our favorite pasttimes, sporting her own style. She still loves to change clothes/accessories 5 times a day!
Georgia enjoying the Children's museum all to herself..the cashier counter is one of her favorite spots. 
Emmaline's teacher sent me this picture, a little poll from her classmates. Everyone at school is all abuzz about this baby and when it is coming!
The kids played in the sprinklers this weekend then Hayes broke the head and it sprung up..they loved it!
Little birthday party at the park with those bright colored cupcakes. I hate those..they stain everything!
Hayes loves to play with the mop as well. He told Georgia, "It's Daddy's job!" and then G said, "No, mommy's job." So they procede to argue who's job it was to mop! I think Hayes was right on the money!
Hayes loves looking at my belly and gives it the occasional kiss..we'll see if he's as sweet in person!Thursday, February 7, 2013
"Everything's great!"
That's what my PA kept saying over and over again yesterday at my 38 week appt. "Everything's great! You look great, how you feeling? All your numbers and measurements are right on. So I guess we just wait now!?!" Ummmm, is that supposed to be a question or what? First off, I knew it was gonna be a let down appt when the nurse didn't tell me to undress from the waist down, then when the PA walks in and not my dr. that was my next clue!
I texted Natalie telling her I may go crazy not getting checked. And it didn't happen. And I'm not officially crazy, but I do feel like my mind is a bit gone.
So what's the big deal with not getting checked? The PA said she doesn't like to check because it just causes unnecessary discomfort. Amy said she is probably just lazy.
I needed that appointment to give me hope that this baby is coming soon. I wanted to know if my body is making any progress on its own since 2 weeks ago. But instead I left disappointed. I would have happily left in discomfort. Let's be honest. I'm not exactly comfy right now..walking around with a huge belly and such.
For me it's the unknown. I kept telling my parents I would let them know how my appt. went and we could decide on when they were coming in after..nope, that couldn't happen. I mean, I can literally be pregnant for another 2.5 weeks. God forbid.
I had numerous people ask me how it went..but I had nothing to tell them. I have no idea and neither does anyone else. We just wait now!
I do want to say that I am more than pleased that all is healthy and well and looking and sounding great. And I don't take that for granted. I am so thankful to be on my 4th pregnancy and have great blood pressure and not have gestational diabetes and for the baby to look good and for myself to feel so good. I keep waiting for something to go terribly wrong. I am praying it goes smoothly and we finish up this whole labor and delivery thing without too much drama.
38.4 weeks
37.5 weeks
36 weeks
35.3 weeks
34.3 weeks
I want the biggest drama to be what that baby's name is...cause, it's true, we still don't have names. I think it will be ok and we'll come up with one soon after we know the sex but I'm not sure of it this time. This part is definitely not mine and Daniel's strong suit!
So, here are some stats of the pregnancy and such. My blood pressure has been steady at 109/66. I have had steady but slow weight gain and have gained about 23 pounds..a lot for me..but that's ok. The baby is measuring 7.5 lbs. and at the right gestation. My amniotic fluid is on the higher end of the normal spectrum at 17. The baby's heartbeat has been averaging 140.
I am noting here that I do feel really good. Don't get me wrong I am uncomfortable a lot and can't roll over very easy in bed. But for the majority of the day I feel great. My heartburn has been almost nonexistent which is surprising. I have had some swelling in my feet and legs but it comes and goes. My shoes/boots are not fitting well right now, please let that go away soon!! The most discomfort I am experiencing is when I wake up around 4 or so to go to the bathroom and I am stiff and it hurts to walk at first. I am still sleeping pretty good and am taking advantage of naptime almost everyday! I already feel like our family is complete with this baby..it's a great feeling.
I am really trying to enjoy and savor these last few days (or weeks) of being pregnant..because it's more than likely my last..I love feeling the baby move, I love the numerous times it gets hiccups. I love when one of the kids runs to hug me and then their little heads bounce into my belly..but they just squeeze away. I always say a silent little prayers they will love this baby as much as they act like they do now. My favorite time is when the kids talk to and rub on my belly. Their innocence is pretty priceless and the things they say are sweet.
Hayes loves pushing on my belly button which is sticking out (1st time that's ever really happened) and gives the baby a kiss. Georgia still swears it's a girl and said she can share her room. She likes to kiss the belly too and translate what the baby is saying..usually it's "Hi Georgia, I love you!" Emmaline likes to watch my belly move and gets soo excited about it. She is counting down to Valentine's day and her whole class is excited as well. All her friends talk about me having a baby on Valentine's Day and ask me to bring the baby up to school so they can meet it. It's fun that she is in Kinder, the same age I was when my little brother was born. I remember being so excited and proud too! I know she is going to be so much help! Daniel has been a great help in getting all my odd chores taken care of. He still cooks dinner most nights and helps do dishes since it is hard for me to reach the faucet. He also lets me have my bad mood moments and then we move on...I am thankful for everyone who has seen me through this and I know I am ready to move on to the fun, but tiring stuff!!
So everything's great, right!?! Praise the Lord and pass the epidural my way, please!!
I texted Natalie telling her I may go crazy not getting checked. And it didn't happen. And I'm not officially crazy, but I do feel like my mind is a bit gone.
So what's the big deal with not getting checked? The PA said she doesn't like to check because it just causes unnecessary discomfort. Amy said she is probably just lazy.
I needed that appointment to give me hope that this baby is coming soon. I wanted to know if my body is making any progress on its own since 2 weeks ago. But instead I left disappointed. I would have happily left in discomfort. Let's be honest. I'm not exactly comfy right now..walking around with a huge belly and such.
For me it's the unknown. I kept telling my parents I would let them know how my appt. went and we could decide on when they were coming in after..nope, that couldn't happen. I mean, I can literally be pregnant for another 2.5 weeks. God forbid.
I had numerous people ask me how it went..but I had nothing to tell them. I have no idea and neither does anyone else. We just wait now!
I do want to say that I am more than pleased that all is healthy and well and looking and sounding great. And I don't take that for granted. I am so thankful to be on my 4th pregnancy and have great blood pressure and not have gestational diabetes and for the baby to look good and for myself to feel so good. I keep waiting for something to go terribly wrong. I am praying it goes smoothly and we finish up this whole labor and delivery thing without too much drama.
38.4 weeks
37.5 weeks
36 weeks
35.3 weeks
34.3 weeksI want the biggest drama to be what that baby's name is...cause, it's true, we still don't have names. I think it will be ok and we'll come up with one soon after we know the sex but I'm not sure of it this time. This part is definitely not mine and Daniel's strong suit!
So, here are some stats of the pregnancy and such. My blood pressure has been steady at 109/66. I have had steady but slow weight gain and have gained about 23 pounds..a lot for me..but that's ok. The baby is measuring 7.5 lbs. and at the right gestation. My amniotic fluid is on the higher end of the normal spectrum at 17. The baby's heartbeat has been averaging 140.
I am noting here that I do feel really good. Don't get me wrong I am uncomfortable a lot and can't roll over very easy in bed. But for the majority of the day I feel great. My heartburn has been almost nonexistent which is surprising. I have had some swelling in my feet and legs but it comes and goes. My shoes/boots are not fitting well right now, please let that go away soon!! The most discomfort I am experiencing is when I wake up around 4 or so to go to the bathroom and I am stiff and it hurts to walk at first. I am still sleeping pretty good and am taking advantage of naptime almost everyday! I already feel like our family is complete with this baby..it's a great feeling.
I am really trying to enjoy and savor these last few days (or weeks) of being pregnant..because it's more than likely my last..I love feeling the baby move, I love the numerous times it gets hiccups. I love when one of the kids runs to hug me and then their little heads bounce into my belly..but they just squeeze away. I always say a silent little prayers they will love this baby as much as they act like they do now. My favorite time is when the kids talk to and rub on my belly. Their innocence is pretty priceless and the things they say are sweet.
Hayes loves pushing on my belly button which is sticking out (1st time that's ever really happened) and gives the baby a kiss. Georgia still swears it's a girl and said she can share her room. She likes to kiss the belly too and translate what the baby is saying..usually it's "Hi Georgia, I love you!" Emmaline likes to watch my belly move and gets soo excited about it. She is counting down to Valentine's day and her whole class is excited as well. All her friends talk about me having a baby on Valentine's Day and ask me to bring the baby up to school so they can meet it. It's fun that she is in Kinder, the same age I was when my little brother was born. I remember being so excited and proud too! I know she is going to be so much help! Daniel has been a great help in getting all my odd chores taken care of. He still cooks dinner most nights and helps do dishes since it is hard for me to reach the faucet. He also lets me have my bad mood moments and then we move on...I am thankful for everyone who has seen me through this and I know I am ready to move on to the fun, but tiring stuff!!So everything's great, right!?! Praise the Lord and pass the epidural my way, please!!
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