Our external cephalic version was scheduled during week 37, the day after we found out baby Will was breech. A version as it could be called is an attempt to try and turn the baby so that he is head down instead. Since we had to make the decision whether or not to do a version right after we found out he was breech we were unable to research what a version really entailed. After the appointment people were telling me that this process has known to be painful. That was not too encouraging to hear.
The day of the version we had to wake up and wait for a phone call from the hospital. We were having it done at the hospital in case something happened and the baby would need to be delivered right away. There was a risk that the placenta could detach or labor could be induced by this procedure. We had to wait for a phone call so we wouldn't make a trip into the hospital and they tell us there are too many other patients and that we would have to reschedule. I was told if we didn't hear from the hospital right by 9:30 (our appointment was for 10:15) then I was to call into the OB's office. We waited until 9:30 and didn't get a call so I had to call in. After being placed on hold several times, I was finally called back and was told were waiting on us at the hospital.
Once there we checked in and sat in the waiting room for a bit. They then took us back to the triage area for the Women's Center at Rex Hospital. The procedure would be done in this area. The nurse then had to set up a fetal monitor to monitor the baby. Once the nurse was all ready, the doctor came in. I was then suppose to get medicine that would relax my uterus. The nurse who dropped off the medicine told our nurse that it could only be administered sub-q, which means under the skin. When the doctor arrived, he told the nurse to administer the medicine through the IV. This caused a debate among the doctor and the nurse. The doctor finally won the debate after going to the charge nurse. This made me a little leery because the doctor went against what the medicine bottle said but it all turned out ok. (I have watched too many crime shows where doctor's go wrong. :/) The doctor warned me ahead of time that this medicine would make my heart feel like it is racing and even could make me paranoid.
Once I could feel my heart racing, he said they are going to start. The removed the monitor. The doctor rubbed some kind of oil on my stomach and used both hands to push as hard as he could on my stomach to try and make the baby flip. He first tried to make him flip by pushing on his head and pulling on his lower body to do a forward somersault. That didn't seem to work. So he did a quick ultrasound to see where the head was and tried moving the baby so he would do a backward flip. No luck. By this time, the nurse was telling me to take in deep breathes. Because it was very uncomfortable I was holding my breathe. She had to keep reminding me to breathe. After doing another ultrasound the doctor said the baby has not moved an inch. He said he would try turning him by making him do a forward flip, one more time. Again nothing happened. The doctor then said the baby hasn't even moved a bit and this usually means that they more than likely are not going to turn. So we gave up.
Because there was a chance that the pressure he was putting on my uterus could have made me go into labor or cause something to go wrong, we had to stay and be watched over for an hour. So the fetal monitor was hooked back up and the nurse would periodically come in and check on us. By the end of the hour, the nurse did count 8 contractions but she didn't seemed too concerned. She did warn me that if they got worse to come back immediately.
The doctor did return and he got me in touch with someone back at the OB office to set up a c-section. I was starting to like the idea of knowing when Will would come. The c-section was scheduled for Tuesday, July12.
Monday, July 25, 2011
A Twist in the Road
It has been awhile since I last posted something. Since my last post a lot has happened.
At 32 weeks, one of my doctor's noticed I was starting to measure a little larger than what I should be, meaning Will could be on the bigger side. She said if this trend continues they will do an ultrasound to see what he is measuring at.
At 37 weeks the ultrasound was finally ordered to see if he was going to be a 10 pound baby or not. We hadn't had an ultrasound since week 20 so we were very excited to see Will again. What they found out was not exactly what they were expecting. Will was weighing in at 6 pounds 9 ounces. But as the ultrasound tech was measuring him she asked us, "Did you know that he is breech?" This threw us for a loop. We didn't know what this meant and were eager to talk to the doctor about this. As we sat down and talked with the doctor he gave us 3 options. Option 1 deliver normally, option 2 try to turn him, and option 3 was to go ahead and schedule a C-section. Before we could choose, he threw option 1 off the table. He told us research has now shown that that option is not safe for either the baby or the mother. I know my head was still spinning from what we just learned that I was having a hard time deciding what we should do. The doctor gave some pros and cons for both. One thing that stuck with me was when he said that if you are planning on having more children it might be a good idea to try and turn him because C-sections can complicate future pregnancies.
So Billy and I decided to try and get him turned through a process caused a version. When we told him what we would like to do, he right away went and scheduled us an appointment for the next day at the hospital to try and turn him. He told us the best time to schedule such a procedure would be in the 37th week. All of this came on so sudden and came as a complete shock. We were so confused why they didn't find this out a little earlier. We learned that babies in the womb can turn and don't position their selves head down until about 36 weeks. So even if they did an ultrasound earlier they couldn't tell that he was going to be breech until week 36.
One of the shots we got taken to check out his size, but found out he was breech.
At 32 weeks, one of my doctor's noticed I was starting to measure a little larger than what I should be, meaning Will could be on the bigger side. She said if this trend continues they will do an ultrasound to see what he is measuring at.
At 37 weeks the ultrasound was finally ordered to see if he was going to be a 10 pound baby or not. We hadn't had an ultrasound since week 20 so we were very excited to see Will again. What they found out was not exactly what they were expecting. Will was weighing in at 6 pounds 9 ounces. But as the ultrasound tech was measuring him she asked us, "Did you know that he is breech?" This threw us for a loop. We didn't know what this meant and were eager to talk to the doctor about this. As we sat down and talked with the doctor he gave us 3 options. Option 1 deliver normally, option 2 try to turn him, and option 3 was to go ahead and schedule a C-section. Before we could choose, he threw option 1 off the table. He told us research has now shown that that option is not safe for either the baby or the mother. I know my head was still spinning from what we just learned that I was having a hard time deciding what we should do. The doctor gave some pros and cons for both. One thing that stuck with me was when he said that if you are planning on having more children it might be a good idea to try and turn him because C-sections can complicate future pregnancies.
So Billy and I decided to try and get him turned through a process caused a version. When we told him what we would like to do, he right away went and scheduled us an appointment for the next day at the hospital to try and turn him. He told us the best time to schedule such a procedure would be in the 37th week. All of this came on so sudden and came as a complete shock. We were so confused why they didn't find this out a little earlier. We learned that babies in the womb can turn and don't position their selves head down until about 36 weeks. So even if they did an ultrasound earlier they couldn't tell that he was going to be breech until week 36.
One of the shots we got taken to check out his size, but found out he was breech.Thursday, February 17, 2011
It's A Boy
Soon our house will no longer be ruled by females. This July Billy and I will be adding another boy to the mix. He has been long awaited.
Yesterday was our 18 week checkup and while we were there we got to see that we are expecting a baby boy. He was not bashful in proving that he is a boy. But when it came to showing his face he just wouldn't do it. Even after the tech tried and tried to get him to move, he was comfortable the way he was. Everything else looked great as well. The tech told us we were measuring a week early and the baby was 10oz. She also told us that this did not mean we would be delievering early.
To celebrate afterwards we went to the Angus Barn for the first time. I was amazed at the decor. It really felt like we were in a barn and not a $30-$50 a plate restaurant. But the food was amazing. I got ravoli and Billy got a steak. I even told Billy I would get a lot of grief for not ordering a steak but he said order what I want. So I did. Thanks to the Ellis family for giving us the gift certifciate for the Angus Barn for our wedding a year and half ago. Without it we would have probably never went.
To celebrate afterwards we went to the Angus Barn for the first time. I was amazed at the decor. It really felt like we were in a barn and not a $30-$50 a plate restaurant. But the food was amazing. I got ravoli and Billy got a steak. I even told Billy I would get a lot of grief for not ordering a steak but he said order what I want. So I did. Thanks to the Ellis family for giving us the gift certifciate for the Angus Barn for our wedding a year and half ago. Without it we would have probably never went.
Below are some pictures of our little baby boy.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
One Year, Six Months
So it has been over 6 months since I have blogged. Boy, have the times changed in those 6 months. About 3 months ago we added to our family. Her name is Kimber and we think she is a black lab/pit bull mix. You make the call:
Since then she has brought laughter and frustration to our lives. When you fall in love with a puppy you forget about all the work that they are. Here is how Kimber came to be in our family. Billy was working at the call center still and a girl at work brought her in to show everyone. The puppy needed a home. The litter she was in was dropped off on a lady's porch that works with the husband of the girl from Billy's work. (Did you get that?) So we are unsure of what she is. Billy texted me a picture of a woman holding the puppy and asked if I wanted it. I had to clarify if he meant the puppy or the woman. I was completely shocked when he said the puppy. Billy had been talking about getting a puppy for a while but I thought he was just talking. So of course I fell in love with the idea of having a puppy but not remembering how much work they are! So that night I had to run out and buy everything we needed for her and we picked her up the next day. Billy wanted to call her Kimber after a hand gun company he likes and I wanted to call her Macy. You see who won that one. =) I get to name the next addition to our family then! =)
Now Kimber is almost 5 months old and has ALOT OF ENERGY! But with a little sweat and tears I think we should be able to train her in the coming year!
Since then she has brought laughter and frustration to our lives. When you fall in love with a puppy you forget about all the work that they are. Here is how Kimber came to be in our family. Billy was working at the call center still and a girl at work brought her in to show everyone. The puppy needed a home. The litter she was in was dropped off on a lady's porch that works with the husband of the girl from Billy's work. (Did you get that?) So we are unsure of what she is. Billy texted me a picture of a woman holding the puppy and asked if I wanted it. I had to clarify if he meant the puppy or the woman. I was completely shocked when he said the puppy. Billy had been talking about getting a puppy for a while but I thought he was just talking. So of course I fell in love with the idea of having a puppy but not remembering how much work they are! So that night I had to run out and buy everything we needed for her and we picked her up the next day. Billy wanted to call her Kimber after a hand gun company he likes and I wanted to call her Macy. You see who won that one. =) I get to name the next addition to our family then! =)Now Kimber is almost 5 months old and has ALOT OF ENERGY! But with a little sweat and tears I think we should be able to train her in the coming year!
Saturday, July 17, 2010
A Year Already?!
July 11 of this year was Billy and I's one year anniversary. Time has really flown. It feels like yesterday that we were, mostly I, stressed about the upcoming wedding. We have had so many blessings this year. First we were able to move out of our mold-infested apartment into one that was much better. We then decided not to put any more money into my old Monte Carlo and we were able to purchase a 2006 Nissian Murano, which was the first car that I got to pick out and I still love driving it. We also were blessed with a house which we get to move in this coming Thursday. We have also went through some rough times. Billy's dad had major heart surgery and was hospitalized for a total of 2 weeks. My cousin, Matt, who was only 22 years old, was killed in a car accident. But in all the year was amazing because I am married to an amazing Christian man.
After paying for a new car and a new house, money was a little tight so for our anniversary we decided to keep it inexpensive. We ended up deciding to camping at Lake Jordan which I wouldn't have traded that for the world. It was a lot of more fun than I was anticipating!! We left right after Chad and Raeanne's wedding on that Saturday and stayed one night and left on our anniversary. Below are some pictures we took, along with a few life lessons we learned.
Life Lesson #10: Don't go bike riding in a suit.
Actually before we could head for our getaway we had to drop off our bike at Billy's parents. We were heading to the beach with his parents after our camping trip. Mr. and Mrs. Keown had a bike rack they were going to take their bike on so they said they could take my bike as well.
Life Lesson #9: McDonalds does not classify as a romantic meal but works when crunched for time.
We were in a hurry to get to the campsite before they closed. So we didn't have a lot of time between Chad and Raeanne's wedding and when the park closed so we opted for McDonalds.
Life Lesson #8: A lake-side view is wonderful during the day but the bug population triples when the sun goes down.
We had our choice of which campsite we wanted to pick and I choose the one next to the lake.
Life Lesson #7: Always place a tarp underneath the tent.
This lesson we actually followed and were very happy because it kept the tent dry.
The tent is finally finished. Now for the air mattress.
Life Lesson #6: BIGGEST LIFE LESSON!!! When bringing along an air mattress with a pump, make sure you charge the air pump before you bring it with you.
We were able to get half the air mattress blown up before the air pump completely died. So Billy and I took turns blowing up the air mattress. Next time we will be sure to charge it up.
After some hard work, the bed was finally made. It looked very comfortable when we were finished.
Life Lesson #5: Lanterns are a must when camping. Keeping the bugs away from the lantern...an even bigger more difficult must.
We purchased this lantern before taking our trip. Even though we had to spray it with bug spray and turn it off once in a while, it was very nice to have.
The sunset was gorgeous off the lake.
The sunset and me
The sunset take 3
Life Lesson #4: Setting the lantern so close to where you sit=a lot of bugs where you sit
For some entertainment we played Monopoly. This was the first time I think I have ever won a game.
Life Lesson #3: When camping, there is no a/c and it is extremely hot in July.
This was our homemade air conditioning for our tent, a battery-operated fan Some air is better than no air.
Life Lesson #2: Taking down a tent is a lot easier than putting up a tent.
Billy was a very good husband. He did a lot of the grunt work while I took the pictures.
This was the tag we hung in our car. Notice anything special??
Finally the campsite is clean and we are headed now for the beach.
Number 1 Life Lesson of our First Anniversary: Set your cake topper out a few days before you want to eat it and not just a day before.
When we went to pull our cake out of the fridge to take a bite, it was solid as a rock. Billy even accidentally dropped it on the ground and it made a huge thump. (It was completely covered in aluminum foil.) So we had to take it to the beach and hope that it would thaw on our way there.
Later on that night when we had arrived at the beach and unpacked everything, we were able to cut into it and enjoy a piece of our wedding cake that was a year old.
In all I would say that this anniversary was the best we have ever had!!!
After paying for a new car and a new house, money was a little tight so for our anniversary we decided to keep it inexpensive. We ended up deciding to camping at Lake Jordan which I wouldn't have traded that for the world. It was a lot of more fun than I was anticipating!! We left right after Chad and Raeanne's wedding on that Saturday and stayed one night and left on our anniversary. Below are some pictures we took, along with a few life lessons we learned.
Life Lesson #10: Don't go bike riding in a suit.
Actually before we could head for our getaway we had to drop off our bike at Billy's parents. We were heading to the beach with his parents after our camping trip. Mr. and Mrs. Keown had a bike rack they were going to take their bike on so they said they could take my bike as well.
Life Lesson #9: McDonalds does not classify as a romantic meal but works when crunched for time.
We were in a hurry to get to the campsite before they closed. So we didn't have a lot of time between Chad and Raeanne's wedding and when the park closed so we opted for McDonalds.
Life Lesson #8: A lake-side view is wonderful during the day but the bug population triples when the sun goes down.
We had our choice of which campsite we wanted to pick and I choose the one next to the lake.
Life Lesson #7: Always place a tarp underneath the tent.
This lesson we actually followed and were very happy because it kept the tent dry.
The tent is finally finished. Now for the air mattress.
Life Lesson #6: BIGGEST LIFE LESSON!!! When bringing along an air mattress with a pump, make sure you charge the air pump before you bring it with you.
We were able to get half the air mattress blown up before the air pump completely died. So Billy and I took turns blowing up the air mattress. Next time we will be sure to charge it up.
After some hard work, the bed was finally made. It looked very comfortable when we were finished.
Life Lesson #5: Lanterns are a must when camping. Keeping the bugs away from the lantern...an even bigger more difficult must.
We purchased this lantern before taking our trip. Even though we had to spray it with bug spray and turn it off once in a while, it was very nice to have.
The sunset was gorgeous off the lake.
The sunset and me
The sunset take 3
Life Lesson #4: Setting the lantern so close to where you sit=a lot of bugs where you sit
For some entertainment we played Monopoly. This was the first time I think I have ever won a game.
Life Lesson #3: When camping, there is no a/c and it is extremely hot in July.
This was our homemade air conditioning for our tent, a battery-operated fan Some air is better than no air.
Life Lesson #2: Taking down a tent is a lot easier than putting up a tent.
Billy was a very good husband. He did a lot of the grunt work while I took the pictures.
This was the tag we hung in our car. Notice anything special??
Finally the campsite is clean and we are headed now for the beach.
Number 1 Life Lesson of our First Anniversary: Set your cake topper out a few days before you want to eat it and not just a day before.
When we went to pull our cake out of the fridge to take a bite, it was solid as a rock. Billy even accidentally dropped it on the ground and it made a huge thump. (It was completely covered in aluminum foil.) So we had to take it to the beach and hope that it would thaw on our way there.
Later on that night when we had arrived at the beach and unpacked everything, we were able to cut into it and enjoy a piece of our wedding cake that was a year old.
In all I would say that this anniversary was the best we have ever had!!!
Friday, July 16, 2010
I Guess We Will Share =)
So this past Sunday was our BIG 1 year anniversary. But this past Saturday, the day before our anniversary, two of our good friends got married, Chad and Raeanne. They even had their reception in the same place as we did, the DLC (Delta Lake Center). I told the almost wedded couple that we would be more than happy to share our anniversary with them as long as it wasn't on the same day. =) On Friday, Raeanne asked me to come help set up at the DLC and that really brought back a lot of memories for me. On Friday, I noticed that Raeanne's wedding cake topper was not yet painted so I volunteered to paint it for her that night and bring it back the next day. I spent all night working on it and spray painted it with a gloss the day of. Below is what the finished cake topper looked like.
The rest are a few other pictures I took at the reception.
The rest are a few other pictures I took at the reception.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Another set of Fireworks
Again on the fourth we went and seen fireworks. This time we went out with a group of our friends. Nick, our friend, invited us over for a spaghetti dinner and then after dinner we drove out to a back road and watched fireworks that were set off at the fairgrounds. It was nice to be able to hang out with friends we don't see too often. We got to see our friends, Chad and Raeanne who were getting married the day before our 1 year anniversary which would be that upcoming Saturday. Billy was able to give Chad some advice on the first year of marriage. =)
We also got to hang out with our good friend, Jay. He is such a great guy!!!
When the fireworks began, Nick and his girlfriend, Gwen, Chad and Raeane, and Billy and I all got to sit on a very small blanket. I wanted to get a good picture of Billy and I but the guys just would not let that happen.
Finally I just gave in and started taking silly pictures.
But eventually I got a few....
We also got to hang out with our good friend, Jay. He is such a great guy!!!
When the fireworks began, Nick and his girlfriend, Gwen, Chad and Raeane, and Billy and I all got to sit on a very small blanket. I wanted to get a good picture of Billy and I but the guys just would not let that happen.
Finally I just gave in and started taking silly pictures.
But eventually I got a few....
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