Today has been one of the craziest days of my life..and it's not over yet. At 8am, we found out via ultrasound that Ford is in the breech position. The ultrasound tech immediately suggested that a c-section was imminent. Our doctor confirmed our fears and suggested that we schedule a c-section immediately, before I went into labor. Nate and I were shocked to hear the news...it was the last thing on our mind. Suddenly, we went from wondering when our little boy would enter the world to having less than 24 hours before we KNEW he would enter the world.
I think we both went into panic mode. Nate rushed back to work to handle all of his last-minute responsibilities, and I rushed home to clean, mop, launder, organize, make notes, email/call family, make arrangements for the dogs, pack up bags, etc. I am sitting down right now for the first moment all day and letting it all sink in. Tomorrow morning, I will wake up at 3am and shower, get ready, and leave for the hospital by 4:30am. By 7:30am, I will be given drugs, numbed, and have an incision. Moments later, I will be staring at the face of my baby boy. Wheewww! I'm tired and it hasn't even happened yet!
I am disappointed that I will not be given the opportunity to have Ford naturally...but, I am thankful that God spared me a painful labor and a potential risk to Ford's life or my life.
So, the next time you hear from me, I will be a mother...Nate will be a father...and a new human-being will be in the world! I am overwhelmed with emotions of what is about to happen...God is so good!!!
Til' then...
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Homestretch.
Well, here we are...less than 5 weeks to go until Ford's due date (4 weeks & 5 days, but who is keeping track???). I have had an incredibly easy pregnancy, compared to some of the stories I hear from other women, so I feel very blessed. But these last few weeks have been quite tough. Ford is a rather healthy boy (ok, he's big!), and just simply carrying him around takes so much energy!...not to mention, I cannot even bend over without getting sick/getting a stomach ache. So, shoes are out of the question.
At my last doctor appointment, they suggested packing my hospital bag and finishing his room, in case he comes earlier than his January 9th due date. So today, I plan on packing that bag, and putting the finishing touches on his room (which is almost finished thanks to Nate hanging all of his pictures over the weekend). It is feeling so "real" to Nate and me that we will soon be parents of a newborn! I do not think I can do anything to really prepare, but I am definitely praying FREQUENTLY for peace, patience, love, joy, etc. for the first few weeks after his birth.
The doctor is also concerned that I may have gestational diabetes (due to Ford's size), so tomorrow I have to re-take the glucose tolerance test (which all pregnant women just LOVE). I am praying that I pass it -- and that Ford is just simply big, which I truly believe is the case.
Other than baby and Christmas preparations, life is quiet for us, which is glorious. Nate's job is really falling into place and he really enjoys it. And I feel thankful to be able to spend these last few weeks at home, just preparing and resting-up for Ford.
In case I do not follow up before, I hope everyone has an amazing Christmas and remembers that the reason we celebrate is because we have a God who loved us enough to send His Son. It can be so easy to forget in the chaos of the holidays.
Merry Christmas!
At my last doctor appointment, they suggested packing my hospital bag and finishing his room, in case he comes earlier than his January 9th due date. So today, I plan on packing that bag, and putting the finishing touches on his room (which is almost finished thanks to Nate hanging all of his pictures over the weekend). It is feeling so "real" to Nate and me that we will soon be parents of a newborn! I do not think I can do anything to really prepare, but I am definitely praying FREQUENTLY for peace, patience, love, joy, etc. for the first few weeks after his birth.
The doctor is also concerned that I may have gestational diabetes (due to Ford's size), so tomorrow I have to re-take the glucose tolerance test (which all pregnant women just LOVE). I am praying that I pass it -- and that Ford is just simply big, which I truly believe is the case.
Other than baby and Christmas preparations, life is quiet for us, which is glorious. Nate's job is really falling into place and he really enjoys it. And I feel thankful to be able to spend these last few weeks at home, just preparing and resting-up for Ford.
In case I do not follow up before, I hope everyone has an amazing Christmas and remembers that the reason we celebrate is because we have a God who loved us enough to send His Son. It can be so easy to forget in the chaos of the holidays.
Merry Christmas!
Friday, October 1, 2010
14 weeks and 2 days...
...left to go! That seems like nothing when you figure pregnancy is 40 weeks total (if you're lucky).
Just a quick update...
Nate:
Nate is doing well! His new (well, not-so-new anymore) job keeps him busy. He does a good job of balancing the stress of his job with maintaining a good home life. (Hear that honey, I really do think you do a good job.) He also enjoys playing on the men's softball team with our church once a week (and I enjoy watching him). He is an amazing husband and I cannot wait to see him become a father!
Ford:
Ford is growing quite big these days. He is pushing 2lbs now...but sometimes with all of his movement, I am convinced he is much larger. I am starting to get to know him better. It is incredible that a woman can say that about her unborn child, but it is true. I know what stirs him, when he's likely to be awake & moving, and just recently I'm starting to feel body parts (mainly just a head or bottom). We have a 3D/4D ultrasound on October 14th, which is exciting! These ultrasounds are incredible because they show so much more detail than 2D ultrasounds. I cannot wait to see his little features!
Me:
I am wonderful! I am trying my hardest to remain active during my pregnancy. This mainly just includes walking 2-3 miles most days of the week, but hey, I do what I can. I really see a different in aches & pains from weeks when I keep up with walking and when I get lazy. It certainly helps with the back pain (helps, not cures). Other than that, I stay busy preparing for Ford and trying to create an organized and calm atmosphere for him to enter into. My big project is Ford's room...painting, organizing, etc. It's hard work but someone has to do it (please catch my sarcasm). I am just feeling VERY blessed to begin living my lifelong dream of being a stay-at-home wife & mother. And it does not hurt having an INCREDIBLE husband!!
That's all from the Wienerts!!
Just a quick update...
Nate:
Nate is doing well! His new (well, not-so-new anymore) job keeps him busy. He does a good job of balancing the stress of his job with maintaining a good home life. (Hear that honey, I really do think you do a good job.) He also enjoys playing on the men's softball team with our church once a week (and I enjoy watching him). He is an amazing husband and I cannot wait to see him become a father!
Ford:
Ford is growing quite big these days. He is pushing 2lbs now...but sometimes with all of his movement, I am convinced he is much larger. I am starting to get to know him better. It is incredible that a woman can say that about her unborn child, but it is true. I know what stirs him, when he's likely to be awake & moving, and just recently I'm starting to feel body parts (mainly just a head or bottom). We have a 3D/4D ultrasound on October 14th, which is exciting! These ultrasounds are incredible because they show so much more detail than 2D ultrasounds. I cannot wait to see his little features!
Me:
I am wonderful! I am trying my hardest to remain active during my pregnancy. This mainly just includes walking 2-3 miles most days of the week, but hey, I do what I can. I really see a different in aches & pains from weeks when I keep up with walking and when I get lazy. It certainly helps with the back pain (helps, not cures). Other than that, I stay busy preparing for Ford and trying to create an organized and calm atmosphere for him to enter into. My big project is Ford's room...painting, organizing, etc. It's hard work but someone has to do it (please catch my sarcasm). I am just feeling VERY blessed to begin living my lifelong dream of being a stay-at-home wife & mother. And it does not hurt having an INCREDIBLE husband!!
That's all from the Wienerts!!
Friday, August 20, 2010
What's in a name?
For those of you who did not catch the news on facebook, Nathaniel and I found out yesterday that we are expecting a baby boy in January! It came as an utter shock to us, but we are overwhelmed with joy.
We decided some time ago that we would name our first born son Ford Edward. Ford is a name that I found on a list of "Popular 1800s names." I wanted something classic yet unique and masculine. Nate agreed that he loved the name. Well, during our trying to conceive journey, Nate and I were browsing in an antique shop (in November 2009). On top of a pile of old advertisements/ads, was a 1950s ad for Ford with a headline that read, "A Ford is in your future!" Nate and I bought it as a leap of faith and considered it a promise from God.
Well, yesterday, when we heard the news that it was a boy, we also felt a sense of peace and excitement that God sometimes gives us miracles and signs that are much more obvious than we deserve. Isn't He great?! A Ford IS in our future!! And let's be honest, our son will probably be the only kid born with his own slogan ("Built Ford tough"). :)
Edward also seemed like a natural choice for a middle name. Nate's middle name is Edward and my maiden name was Edwards. It kind of killed two birds with one stone. In addition, Nate's initials spell NEW and Ford's initials will spell FEW. Small detail, but still. :)
So, for those of you wondering, "Why Ford Edward?" There is your answer!
We are soooooo excited. We cannot wait to meet Ford face-to-face and to share him with all of our friends & family!!
We decided some time ago that we would name our first born son Ford Edward. Ford is a name that I found on a list of "Popular 1800s names." I wanted something classic yet unique and masculine. Nate agreed that he loved the name. Well, during our trying to conceive journey, Nate and I were browsing in an antique shop (in November 2009). On top of a pile of old advertisements/ads, was a 1950s ad for Ford with a headline that read, "A Ford is in your future!" Nate and I bought it as a leap of faith and considered it a promise from God.
Well, yesterday, when we heard the news that it was a boy, we also felt a sense of peace and excitement that God sometimes gives us miracles and signs that are much more obvious than we deserve. Isn't He great?! A Ford IS in our future!! And let's be honest, our son will probably be the only kid born with his own slogan ("Built Ford tough"). :)
Edward also seemed like a natural choice for a middle name. Nate's middle name is Edward and my maiden name was Edwards. It kind of killed two birds with one stone. In addition, Nate's initials spell NEW and Ford's initials will spell FEW. Small detail, but still. :)
So, for those of you wondering, "Why Ford Edward?" There is your answer!
We are soooooo excited. We cannot wait to meet Ford face-to-face and to share him with all of our friends & family!!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Baby Wienert update.
Well, I am 18.5 weeks today. Time is actually flying. I know they say that the time goes by quickly for everyone except the one who is pregnant...but when I look back and realize that I am almost half-way finished with this pregnancy, I realize that things are moving rapidly now.
Except for last night, when instead of thinking, "Wow, I'm half way through," my attitude was more, "I am not even half-way through???" It really just depends on the day and time. Some times I feel wonderfully and look down at my belly and think, "Wow...life exists inside of me!" Other times, I'm too tired to walk, my back hurts, my stomach hurts, and I think, "Ok...21 more weeks...I can do this..."
But...all I know is...it will all be worth it. I have nightly dreams about our child and I wake up already in love with her/him. How is it possible to love someone that you've never met? Six months ago, if someone asked, "Do you believe you can love someone that you don't yet know?" I would say "Of course not." Today, my answer would be "Absolutely!"
And I can't help but correlating my love for this unborn child to God's love for us. The same miracle that goes on inside a mother's heart happens with God...except His love is even more perfect and even more magnified! If nothing else, pregnancy has helped me realize His love for me. I can only imagine that feeling will get stronger when I actually meet our child and see his/her face.
Well, in 8 days, Nate and I will know the gender of our baby! I really could care less if it is a boy or a girl, as long as he or she is healthy! It will just be nice to know so we can finally start preparing a nursery, shopping, and planning!
Until then...
Except for last night, when instead of thinking, "Wow, I'm half way through," my attitude was more, "I am not even half-way through???" It really just depends on the day and time. Some times I feel wonderfully and look down at my belly and think, "Wow...life exists inside of me!" Other times, I'm too tired to walk, my back hurts, my stomach hurts, and I think, "Ok...21 more weeks...I can do this..."
But...all I know is...it will all be worth it. I have nightly dreams about our child and I wake up already in love with her/him. How is it possible to love someone that you've never met? Six months ago, if someone asked, "Do you believe you can love someone that you don't yet know?" I would say "Of course not." Today, my answer would be "Absolutely!"
And I can't help but correlating my love for this unborn child to God's love for us. The same miracle that goes on inside a mother's heart happens with God...except His love is even more perfect and even more magnified! If nothing else, pregnancy has helped me realize His love for me. I can only imagine that feeling will get stronger when I actually meet our child and see his/her face.
Well, in 8 days, Nate and I will know the gender of our baby! I really could care less if it is a boy or a girl, as long as he or she is healthy! It will just be nice to know so we can finally start preparing a nursery, shopping, and planning!
Until then...
Saturday, July 3, 2010
13.
Well, here I am at 13 weeks. I used to think 13 weeks seemed so far away (especially since we found out we were pregnant BEFORE 4 weeks), but now I realize that it really does go by quicker than you think it will.
Some milestones:
-Things have gotten much better in the last few weeks. I keep the majority of my food down (yay!), except for the random, inexplicable, and completely unnecessary food-rejection that my body does.
-I am back to taking my allergy pill. According to all of my doctors, claritin is A-OK to take during pregnancy. As much as I'd prefer not to take ANYTHING, I just could not handle it anymore. I'm clearly allergic to pet dander, so having two dogs was not working out well for me and baby.
-I finally look pregnant to me, although most probably just think I'm a little chunkier than normal (I'll post a pic below).
-This week, baby can make sounds, suck his/her thumb, and when my belly is poked, he/she will respond by squinting or moving. The movement is what really excites me. For the first time, I feel like the pregnancy is interactive. Although I cannot feel baby move yet, it's nice knowing that when I poke my belly, it responds.
-Nate and I think we've chosen a boy name and a girl name. We like both. It is very exciting!! But for now, we're keeping them on the down low. ;)
My next OB appointment is July 15th, but it will not include an ultrasound (much to my dismay). We will hear the heartbeat, and just do a general check-up. Four weeks from that (August 12th), we should find out the gender at my 18.5 week (almost 19 week) appointment. It seems like an eternity away!!!
Until then...
(13 weeks pregnant)
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Boy or Girl Poll
I added a fun little feature to my blog. It is a poll that asks what you think the baby will be...boy or girl? Please humor me and vote with your best prediction!
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Update:
Pregnancy is going well thus far. As difficult as it is, at times, I REALLY enjoy being pregnant!! I am just over 8 weeks and swear I already have a little belly starting. They tell me that it usually doesn't start until 11-12 weeks, but my body just must be different than most.
The most challenging aspect of pregnancy is that I can no longer take my allergy pill. I suffer from horrible allergies, so most of my days are spent sneezing, itching my eyes, and blowing my nose. Fun stuff! Other than that, morning sickness hits randomly (usually at night). But I definitely cannot complain! I'm happier than ever!
Thursday, June 3rd, marks my last day of work at The Ounce of Prevention Fund of FL. I will be watching my nephew and niece (Hunter and Grace) for the summer...and then I will be fulfilling my life-long dream of being a stay-at-home mom/wife. I'm so blessed to have a husband who provides for me and encourages me to do so!! He's the BEST!
That's all from the Wienerts for now. Happy first day of hurricane season (June 1st)!
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Update:
Pregnancy is going well thus far. As difficult as it is, at times, I REALLY enjoy being pregnant!! I am just over 8 weeks and swear I already have a little belly starting. They tell me that it usually doesn't start until 11-12 weeks, but my body just must be different than most.
The most challenging aspect of pregnancy is that I can no longer take my allergy pill. I suffer from horrible allergies, so most of my days are spent sneezing, itching my eyes, and blowing my nose. Fun stuff! Other than that, morning sickness hits randomly (usually at night). But I definitely cannot complain! I'm happier than ever!
Thursday, June 3rd, marks my last day of work at The Ounce of Prevention Fund of FL. I will be watching my nephew and niece (Hunter and Grace) for the summer...and then I will be fulfilling my life-long dream of being a stay-at-home mom/wife. I'm so blessed to have a husband who provides for me and encourages me to do so!! He's the BEST!
That's all from the Wienerts for now. Happy first day of hurricane season (June 1st)!
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