Well, I'm not here....I'm there....in hospital....hopefully in the delivery ward by the time you all visit.
So, no crafty cards to view...no half worked layouts to peek at, but hopefully a little bundle of joy will be here later today. You can rest assured that i will be posting a photo or two as soon as i can, but it might take me a bit of time to get round to everyone's desks this week. I'm pretty sure you will all forgive me the delay.
To see some more craft related sites, pop over to Julia's blog and have a hop around some of the other desks just waiting there to greet you.
have a wonderful wednesday!
Showing posts with label pregnancy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pregnancy. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Teased on Tuesday
Well, here I still am....still waiting....
This morning I had a few twinges, and I was sooooooo excited thinking that this was little button about to make her way into the world....but, NO! Everything settled back down again and here she sits - biding her time (a lot more patiently than her parents are).
My sister in law gave me some Clary Sage essential oil, which i have been applying every night but I think I'm going to give her it back today as it obviously hasn't worked its miracle yet!
So, on my last day of being pregnant looking back i can honestly say that i have loved every moment of it. I have more enjoyed the latter months when i could feel her move inside, but since the first scan when all i could see was a little dot I have been falling in love with her piece by piece. I think we are so lucky to have this private time with our child, I feel so privileged that i have been able to carry to term.
I am sure that tomorrow is not exactly going to be a walk in the park, but I'm looking forward to it all the same.
Lastly, just a quick thank you to everyone who has left supportive messages over the last months, they have truly been appreciated.
This morning I had a few twinges, and I was sooooooo excited thinking that this was little button about to make her way into the world....but, NO! Everything settled back down again and here she sits - biding her time (a lot more patiently than her parents are).
My sister in law gave me some Clary Sage essential oil, which i have been applying every night but I think I'm going to give her it back today as it obviously hasn't worked its miracle yet!
So, on my last day of being pregnant looking back i can honestly say that i have loved every moment of it. I have more enjoyed the latter months when i could feel her move inside, but since the first scan when all i could see was a little dot I have been falling in love with her piece by piece. I think we are so lucky to have this private time with our child, I feel so privileged that i have been able to carry to term.
I am sure that tomorrow is not exactly going to be a walk in the park, but I'm looking forward to it all the same.
Lastly, just a quick thank you to everyone who has left supportive messages over the last months, they have truly been appreciated.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
WOYWW 114
My Due Date....and assorted pressies that my wonderful friends have given me!
Well obviously my due date isnt on my desk, rather my desk calendar! And as for the pressies, they are all in my bag for the hospital, but i had to show this cutie!
So, what is on my desk today? Not much crafting unforunately as DH is now here with me and I am trying to spend as much quality time with him as I can before the birth. It also means that I am OK for her arrival when ever she decides from now.
This is a page that i started last weekend, still havent finished but like it all the same so thought that i would share. Sorry about the quality but it is in the page protector with all the other bits that are meant to be on the page by now!
This post is short and sweet, but to see much more interesting desks pop over to Julia's desk to see what we all do with that stash under our desk.
So, what is on my desk today? Not much crafting unforunately as DH is now here with me and I am trying to spend as much quality time with him as I can before the birth. It also means that I am OK for her arrival when ever she decides from now.
This is a page that i started last weekend, still havent finished but like it all the same so thought that i would share. Sorry about the quality but it is in the page protector with all the other bits that are meant to be on the page by now!
This post is short and sweet, but to see much more interesting desks pop over to Julia's desk to see what we all do with that stash under our desk.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Daddy's here....YAY!
He's sleeping just now, catching up from an overnight flight, but at least he was with me at the last trace of the baby's heart this morning.
I can't believe how much more settled I am knowing that he is here until the birth now. I knew I would be upset if he missed it, but I didn't think I would be so relieved to see him. Even though things are up in the air with the baby's health, everything just feels better now.
I think he was surprised at how big the bump is, even though people keep telling me how 'neat' I am, I dont think he was prepared for the bump LOL!
Tomorrow is officially my Due Date, but to be honest she can come when ever she wants now that Daddy is here.
I can't believe how much more settled I am knowing that he is here until the birth now. I knew I would be upset if he missed it, but I didn't think I would be so relieved to see him. Even though things are up in the air with the baby's health, everything just feels better now.
I think he was surprised at how big the bump is, even though people keep telling me how 'neat' I am, I dont think he was prepared for the bump LOL!
Tomorrow is officially my Due Date, but to be honest she can come when ever she wants now that Daddy is here.
Monday, August 1, 2011
39 weeks and counting
Well last wednesday was a day spent in hospital getting a breech baby turned the right way round. I can't say it was an enjoyable experience, but it wasn't painful and it was a success!
I'm hoping now that I will be able to have a natural birth, but you know what...if it all goes pear shaped I'm OK with a section as long as it lets her survive.
Up until the weekend I have been having lots of tightenings, but they have settled down a little now. I'm scheduled to be induced at 1 week overdue which is the 17th Aug, so that is kind of what i am counting down to. Hopefully when ever she makes an appearance, Kerem will be here by then.
I'm hoping now that I will be able to have a natural birth, but you know what...if it all goes pear shaped I'm OK with a section as long as it lets her survive.
Up until the weekend I have been having lots of tightenings, but they have settled down a little now. I'm scheduled to be induced at 1 week overdue which is the 17th Aug, so that is kind of what i am counting down to. Hopefully when ever she makes an appearance, Kerem will be here by then.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
another day another scan
Thursday I had another ultrasound to check the baby's heart. That was the first scan since finding out that the baby had Edwards Syndrome, Trisomy 18. It was mainly to check for heart defects. Thankfully the consultant couldn't find any problems, although he was careful to remind me that this condition means that issues can still come up.
Seemingly about 60% of pregnancies dont make it to full term. Of those that do most babies don't survive past a week.
The first decision i need to make is whether to have a planned caesarean or try for normal birth. He said that if I try for a normal birth and they monitor the baby's heartbeat they will more than likely end up doing an emergency section as the baby will more than likely go into distress. I want a normal birth, but I get the feeling that there is nothing normal about this situation.
The second decision that I need to think about is how I want to proceed after the birth it the baby survives. Do I let the pediatricians care for the baby? Or do I keep baby with me and maximise the time we would have together? I think this is a no win situation. I imagine that i will feel guilty with which ever option i choose. So far I have chosen both options thousands of times and then changed my mind again....
So for now, I am praying with all my heart that we just get some time with the baby, however we choose to proceed.
Seemingly about 60% of pregnancies dont make it to full term. Of those that do most babies don't survive past a week.
The first decision i need to make is whether to have a planned caesarean or try for normal birth. He said that if I try for a normal birth and they monitor the baby's heartbeat they will more than likely end up doing an emergency section as the baby will more than likely go into distress. I want a normal birth, but I get the feeling that there is nothing normal about this situation.
The second decision that I need to think about is how I want to proceed after the birth it the baby survives. Do I let the pediatricians care for the baby? Or do I keep baby with me and maximise the time we would have together? I think this is a no win situation. I imagine that i will feel guilty with which ever option i choose. So far I have chosen both options thousands of times and then changed my mind again....
So for now, I am praying with all my heart that we just get some time with the baby, however we choose to proceed.
Monday, March 28, 2011
my prayer warrior
One of my best friends has a circle of friends that support each other with a prayer when needed. Thankfully, although we are continents apart and havent seen each other for 6 years, I am in her circle. When she heard my news she asked her 'prayer warriors' (her phrase) for a special little prayer.
I can't tell you how much support i have had from my friends in recent weeks, and now that includes women that i dont even know. I have had everything sent to me from hugs, uplifting words and poems to links for sources of information and support organisations that may be of help.
I knew that pregnancy could be a somewhat stressful journey, but now i know that i am not alone.
Although I am not being particularly gracious in my prayers just now, i know that ultimately it is God's decision as to whether i get to meet my unborn baby or not. I just hope he cuts me some slack. I also hope he listens to my prayer warrior and her friends and grants me some time.
So to everyone who has sent me thoughts and prayers - thank you.
I can't tell you how much support i have had from my friends in recent weeks, and now that includes women that i dont even know. I have had everything sent to me from hugs, uplifting words and poems to links for sources of information and support organisations that may be of help.
I knew that pregnancy could be a somewhat stressful journey, but now i know that i am not alone.
Although I am not being particularly gracious in my prayers just now, i know that ultimately it is God's decision as to whether i get to meet my unborn baby or not. I just hope he cuts me some slack. I also hope he listens to my prayer warrior and her friends and grants me some time.
So to everyone who has sent me thoughts and prayers - thank you.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
british summer time
well the clocks sprung forward into Spring this morning.
Did I remember when the alarm went off? NO, of course not. It was when my laptop clock was signalling dinner time that it became all-important!
Just now time isnt really meaning that much to me, I am still trying to get my head around the amnio results. I have decided to progress with the pregnancy though, so i feel that this is a small but significant step in moving on with our lives.
Thanks to everyone who sent messages of support. They are much appreciated. Not sure how much i will be blogging/crafting at the moment so forgive the sporadic nature of the updates.
Did I remember when the alarm went off? NO, of course not. It was when my laptop clock was signalling dinner time that it became all-important!
Just now time isnt really meaning that much to me, I am still trying to get my head around the amnio results. I have decided to progress with the pregnancy though, so i feel that this is a small but significant step in moving on with our lives.
Thanks to everyone who sent messages of support. They are much appreciated. Not sure how much i will be blogging/crafting at the moment so forgive the sporadic nature of the updates.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
the day my world came crashing down
That would be today.
We got the diagnosis of Edwards Syndrome - Trisomy 18, for the baby. It is a devastating piece of news, even though we knew that there were some problems we couldnt help but hope everything would be OK.
It is a genetic disorder common (1 in 1800) in pregnancy, although unlike Down's Syndrome the prognosis is 'not compatible with life'.
As it stands, we dont know if the baby will survive until the birth, or how long after the birth. I can only pray that we get some time to cuddle at least.
We got the diagnosis of Edwards Syndrome - Trisomy 18, for the baby. It is a devastating piece of news, even though we knew that there were some problems we couldnt help but hope everything would be OK.
It is a genetic disorder common (1 in 1800) in pregnancy, although unlike Down's Syndrome the prognosis is 'not compatible with life'.
As it stands, we dont know if the baby will survive until the birth, or how long after the birth. I can only pray that we get some time to cuddle at least.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
im still waiting...
I was speaking to my sister-in-law this week. My new nephew is due on Tuesday 22nd Feb ofcourse it will come when it is ready. She is more than ready to welcome the little bundle, as am I. I'm so excited that i will be over early March and have booked in 2 weeks of cuddles and kisses with him and ofcourse with my other nieces and nephew too, but truth be told I'm only confident of the cuddles from the boys. It makes me wonder how i will feel leaving again, but i am so excited about the trip home.
I am 15 weeks now, and my little bump is keeping me busy. I cant believe how the time has gone. I cant believe i am in my 2nd trimester already! I feel like i am wishing this trimester away so i can feel it start to move, and obviously i am excited to meet the little person this summer.
Ofcourse, all these new babies means that mum will be expecting many many pages for her grandchildren album. I just wonder if i will have the time...or the energy...
I am 15 weeks now, and my little bump is keeping me busy. I cant believe how the time has gone. I cant believe i am in my 2nd trimester already! I feel like i am wishing this trimester away so i can feel it start to move, and obviously i am excited to meet the little person this summer.
Ofcourse, all these new babies means that mum will be expecting many many pages for her grandchildren album. I just wonder if i will have the time...or the energy...
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
woyww 87 and some other news
2 weeks gone already. I cant believe i have not blogged for 2 weeks, well I know why but more about that later.
It is Wednesday and if you are wondering why you see a messy old desk full of bits of paper pop over to Julia's blog.
This is a page that i made a couple of weeks back, but i didnt want to share until this week. It shows the reason for my general lack of crafting, and sometimes unavoidable absence from the most enjoyable blog hop that i know of.
My sister in law is due at the end of Feb so i have been working on a card for the baby, and it is getting me into the mood as well. I've not been feeling great these past few months, but definately getting back to normal now...hence the craft mag in the middle of the table. Ofcourse it will all be worth it later. I have another scan at the end of this week and i am so excited to see the progress.
Hope everyone has a fantastic Wednesday, and can you believe this is the first wednesday of February! Where has the last month gone???
This is a page that i made a couple of weeks back, but i didnt want to share until this week. It shows the reason for my general lack of crafting, and sometimes unavoidable absence from the most enjoyable blog hop that i know of.
My sister in law is due at the end of Feb so i have been working on a card for the baby, and it is getting me into the mood as well. I've not been feeling great these past few months, but definately getting back to normal now...hence the craft mag in the middle of the table. Ofcourse it will all be worth it later. I have another scan at the end of this week and i am so excited to see the progress.
Hope everyone has a fantastic Wednesday, and can you believe this is the first wednesday of February! Where has the last month gone???
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