Dear LittleDude,
Today was a big day. Not only did you "meet" Daddy for the first time, but we also found out that you're a LittleDude instead of a LittleChick!
The day started with me, Gammoo, PawPaw, and Lulu going to the airfield to wait for Daddy's plane to arrive. When it did, we stood outside and watched Daddy and all the soldiers walk off the plane and start to line up. After that, we went inside and waited for them to march in. After we thanked God for bringing your Daddy and all the other soldiers back home safely, someone gave a short speech and then let everyone find their families. When Daddy found us, the first thing he did was hug and kiss me and then bend down to send you a kiss through my belly.
We had to let Daddy go back to work after that, but while he was there, PawPaw took me to see the doctor, and she was able to let us see you and to tell me you were a LittleDude. I didn't let her tell me, though. I asked her to write it down and seal it up so Daddy & I could read it together. Then we went to pick up Daddy at work, and he & I read the news together. So now you have two nicknames. You'll always be my Monkey, but now you're my LittleDude, too!
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Monday, November 10, 2008
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Heartbeat!
Dear Monkey,
We had our first appointment with our OB today! All of the lab work from our last appointment came back normal, and in addition to some further tests (Mommy's thyroid levels have to be monitored very closely to keep you okay in there), we had our first ultrasound! You are measuring right on target at 6 weeks and 6 days, and even though it's too early hear it, I was able to see your tiny heart beating on the screen! I'm crying just thinking about it. After all the worrying that my wavering symptoms meant you weren't strong and healthy, that little heartbeat was the most beautiful thing I'd ever seen.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
We had our first appointment with our OB today! All of the lab work from our last appointment came back normal, and in addition to some further tests (Mommy's thyroid levels have to be monitored very closely to keep you okay in there), we had our first ultrasound! You are measuring right on target at 6 weeks and 6 days, and even though it's too early hear it, I was able to see your tiny heart beating on the screen! I'm crying just thinking about it. After all the worrying that my wavering symptoms meant you weren't strong and healthy, that little heartbeat was the most beautiful thing I'd ever seen.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Ugh...
Dear Monkey,
Morning sickness? More like "24/7 sickness" or, more accurately, "whenever it feels like it" sickness. I couldn't even e-mail your daddy last night. Oh, I tried. But even opening my eyes made me feel like I was going to vomit, so I just went to sleep. I figured I'd wake up in a couple of hours and e-mail him since sleep usually makes us feel better. But oh no... every time I woke up (which was three times, I think, mostly for the dog to go potty), I ended up throwing up. Obviously, we've had a big-time hormone surge or whatever we ate yesterday did not agree with us!
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Morning sickness? More like "24/7 sickness" or, more accurately, "whenever it feels like it" sickness. I couldn't even e-mail your daddy last night. Oh, I tried. But even opening my eyes made me feel like I was going to vomit, so I just went to sleep. I figured I'd wake up in a couple of hours and e-mail him since sleep usually makes us feel better. But oh no... every time I woke up (which was three times, I think, mostly for the dog to go potty), I ended up throwing up. Obviously, we've had a big-time hormone surge or whatever we ate yesterday did not agree with us!
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Friday, August 29, 2008
I'm Sick!
Dear Monkey,
I'm sick! I'm sick! I'm sick!
For all my worrying about my morning sickness disappearing, it seems to be back with a vengeance. I guess I should be careful what I wish for!
In the middle of class today, I started feeling sick. I made it out of the classroom, but I didn't make it across the hall to the bathroom. Oops. Maybe I should lay off the cranberry juice in the mornings.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
I'm sick! I'm sick! I'm sick!
For all my worrying about my morning sickness disappearing, it seems to be back with a vengeance. I guess I should be careful what I wish for!
In the middle of class today, I started feeling sick. I made it out of the classroom, but I didn't make it across the hall to the bathroom. Oops. Maybe I should lay off the cranberry juice in the mornings.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
First (Sort of) Doctor Appointment
Dear Monkey,
We had our first doctor appointment today. Honestly, I'm not sure it really qualifies as a doctor appointment. After all, I didn't see our doctor, and I mostly just answered questions. I guess that's why it's called orientation.
Anyway, they took my medical history and such, weighed me (I am not friends with their scale), took my vitals, and sent me off for lab work. My vitals were good, and the lady I was seeing today seemed really interested in listening to my fears and concerns. That was reassuring. Apparently, we're now 6 weeks and 2 days into pregnancy, so we're almost past the first point of concern for me. (You had two siblings who went to Heaven before I got to hold them in my arms. One of them went to Heaven at 6 weeks and 5 days, so I have been holding my breathe -- not literally, of course -- until we pass that milestone.)
The nurse also scheduled another appointment for us. I'm not sure what we'll be doing then. She told me, but I was too nervous about remembering the date and such to let it sink in. I do remember her telling me that we usually wouldn't see our doctor until we reached 10 weeks, but that we're starting earlier because we need closer monitoring. We are so lucky to have the care we're getting. The nurse actually called the clinic chief and sent him/her all of our information to see if we needed to be seen even earlier than she was able to schedule, but since we seem to be doing well -- and yes, apparently, a lot of people really do experience a mysterious disappearance of morning sickness -- the chief said what was scheduled would be fine.
So, off to the lab we went. They took five vials of blood. I'm used to having blood drawn, but that seemed ridiculous. The lab tech said they were testing for "everything plus some." In other words, we're not taking any chances. Everyone wants to make sure you stay happy and healthy in there until it's time to come out. Anyway, it made my arm throb and made me feel light-headed, but if it keeps you healthy, they can do it every week as far as I'm concerned. It's just blood. I'll make more.
But of course, the day wasn't without its funny moment. I decided to pick up our vitamins and such at the pharmacy before going to the lab because I'd parked closer to the lab. Of course, the pharmacy was busy, and I had to wait so long that I absolutely had to go pee near the end of my wait. Of course, a few minutes later, I walked into the lab and was handed a cup for a urine sample. I just thought, "You have got to be kidding me," because I thought there was no way I was going to be able to do it. But of course, in the minute it took me to walk to the bathroom, that all changed. You definitely do funny things to my body, Monkey!
I love you.
Love, Mommy
We had our first doctor appointment today. Honestly, I'm not sure it really qualifies as a doctor appointment. After all, I didn't see our doctor, and I mostly just answered questions. I guess that's why it's called orientation.
Anyway, they took my medical history and such, weighed me (I am not friends with their scale), took my vitals, and sent me off for lab work. My vitals were good, and the lady I was seeing today seemed really interested in listening to my fears and concerns. That was reassuring. Apparently, we're now 6 weeks and 2 days into pregnancy, so we're almost past the first point of concern for me. (You had two siblings who went to Heaven before I got to hold them in my arms. One of them went to Heaven at 6 weeks and 5 days, so I have been holding my breathe -- not literally, of course -- until we pass that milestone.)
The nurse also scheduled another appointment for us. I'm not sure what we'll be doing then. She told me, but I was too nervous about remembering the date and such to let it sink in. I do remember her telling me that we usually wouldn't see our doctor until we reached 10 weeks, but that we're starting earlier because we need closer monitoring. We are so lucky to have the care we're getting. The nurse actually called the clinic chief and sent him/her all of our information to see if we needed to be seen even earlier than she was able to schedule, but since we seem to be doing well -- and yes, apparently, a lot of people really do experience a mysterious disappearance of morning sickness -- the chief said what was scheduled would be fine.
So, off to the lab we went. They took five vials of blood. I'm used to having blood drawn, but that seemed ridiculous. The lab tech said they were testing for "everything plus some." In other words, we're not taking any chances. Everyone wants to make sure you stay happy and healthy in there until it's time to come out. Anyway, it made my arm throb and made me feel light-headed, but if it keeps you healthy, they can do it every week as far as I'm concerned. It's just blood. I'll make more.
But of course, the day wasn't without its funny moment. I decided to pick up our vitamins and such at the pharmacy before going to the lab because I'd parked closer to the lab. Of course, the pharmacy was busy, and I had to wait so long that I absolutely had to go pee near the end of my wait. Of course, a few minutes later, I walked into the lab and was handed a cup for a urine sample. I just thought, "You have got to be kidding me," because I thought there was no way I was going to be able to do it. But of course, in the minute it took me to walk to the bathroom, that all changed. You definitely do funny things to my body, Monkey!
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Are You Okay in There?
Dear Monkey,
Today, I should have been studying, but I decided to meet your grandma (my mommy) for some shopping instead. I ended up buying a monkey mobile for you (it's the first thing I've bought for you) and two pairs of maternity jeans. I couldn't pass up the jeans because they were on sale, and you're already making things a little snug in my regular jeans. I couldn't pass up the mobile because it was cute.
The day wasn't all rainbows, though. I've been worried because I suddenly don't feel nauseated. I'm afraid you aren't okay in there. Your grandma says I'm just adjusting well to carrying you around and laughed, "I've never heard of anyone being upset that they aren't puking!" She has a point, but I'm still scared. I can't bear to lose you.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Today, I should have been studying, but I decided to meet your grandma (my mommy) for some shopping instead. I ended up buying a monkey mobile for you (it's the first thing I've bought for you) and two pairs of maternity jeans. I couldn't pass up the jeans because they were on sale, and you're already making things a little snug in my regular jeans. I couldn't pass up the mobile because it was cute.
The day wasn't all rainbows, though. I've been worried because I suddenly don't feel nauseated. I'm afraid you aren't okay in there. Your grandma says I'm just adjusting well to carrying you around and laughed, "I've never heard of anyone being upset that they aren't puking!" She has a point, but I'm still scared. I can't bear to lose you.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Surprise!
Dear Monkey,
Well, this is a surprise!
After a few weeks of feeling not quite right and complaining far too often about feeling nauseated, your grandma and one of my friends, Phyllis, both asked -- on the same day, in separate conversations -- if I might be pregnant. At first, I scoffed, but then I realized your daddy had just been home for 18 days of mid-tour leave, and a light bulb went off.
The only thing I hate is that your daddy is overseas again, so I had to tell him about you over instant messenger. I always thought I would be able to tell him about you, our first child, in some cute and creative way. But, life is like that much of the time. As the saying goes, it's what happens when you're making plans.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Well, this is a surprise!
After a few weeks of feeling not quite right and complaining far too often about feeling nauseated, your grandma and one of my friends, Phyllis, both asked -- on the same day, in separate conversations -- if I might be pregnant. At first, I scoffed, but then I realized your daddy had just been home for 18 days of mid-tour leave, and a light bulb went off.
The only thing I hate is that your daddy is overseas again, so I had to tell him about you over instant messenger. I always thought I would be able to tell him about you, our first child, in some cute and creative way. But, life is like that much of the time. As the saying goes, it's what happens when you're making plans.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
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