Auntie Fa & Uncle Luke

Hooray!

Finally, the start of my summer has come! Liz & Luke arrived Friday at noon, and we've been non-stop since.

We went to San Francisco yesterday for Miles's first trip to the Zoo, the pier, the beach and to the Golden Gate Bridge. I am definitely not doing that much walking again until after I have Miles, but it was too fun getting to be there for Luke's first time in SF.

AND...Liz and Luke BOTH got to feel Miles kicking and moving around in there! He was pretty active last night after getting home from our busy day and they both had the opportunity to feel him. I love it. It is so exciting for me to be able to share this experience with my sister since we don't get to see each other too often.

Last night after we all went to bed, Miles pumped up the action, and I just watched in awe as he rolled and kicked around in my belly. I am going to be filming it the next time he's that active, because it is just the most amazing thing for me!

In some other news, Mindy had her baby on Wednesday 07/08/09 via c-section after 40 hours of labor. She's a trooper, but I think that the ADORABLE Aiden Vance Johnston was worth all the hard work Mommy and Daddy both put in.

What's in a Name?

Ok, so we have stayed pretty mum about our name desicion process, and only for our own sanity. We started to talk to people about some names we liked, but each time people would say "Oh...that's...nice" or "I knew someone with that name in high school" and the two of us just didn't want to let other people's opinions change our minds while we were trying to choose. So we decided that until we had one name set in stone (pun intended!!) we would not reveal ANY of the names we were thinking about. We figured once it was decided, no one's opinion would change our minds.

That said, we have decided to name our little Pebble

Miles David Stone

Yes, technically it did start out as a joke to get people off of our backs because EVERYBODY asks what names you have in mind. We wanted something that would be believeable and funny (get it?? Milestone???) But we absolutely fell in love with the name Miles, and really, how can you make fun of someone's name when it sounds like Milestone? It can only mean good things for our little one. He is such a Milestone in our lives, and the lives of friends and family, so it is only fitting, anyway! So it is official. Miles Stone.

27 wks 2 days

Next Dr appt : July 20th

Ultrasounds and Organization

We had a very enjoyable weekend in Reno to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and I felt amazing after my pre-nantal massage. It was so nice to have one last little weekend just the two of us before the madness of visitors and getting ready for baby comes. Didn't help that I fell three days later and re-tweaked my back. Oh well...I guess I need another massage?

Monday the 29th came and we did another ultrasound to check up on Pebble's growth. This time it was too fun, because he has gotten enough fat that now you can really see his features! I got to watch him yawn and take a drink of the fluid, and I realized how big he has gotten since the last ultrasound! We went back in the afternoon to see my doctor and discuss the results of the ultrasound, and Dr. Scates says that Pebble is now measuring perfectly! All of the numbers are "grouped well" and that there is no longer a concern. As of the 29th, he weighed 2lbs, 2oz, and he is right on track for his October 2nd due date.

I myself am growing so much everyday! I am slowly gaining new stretch marks (although they are clear, so I am not too concerned!) and my once never-ending belly button is getting closer and closer to popping out into a snooze button. You can now see both sides of my belly ring hole, and the scar from my gall bladder surgery is now almost all visible (it used to be almost completely hidden inside my belly button). I also have the beginnings of the dark line that goes down the center of your belly. Some women get it all the way from to to bottom of the belly, but mine seems to just be belly button down. I can't believe how much I am changing each day.

We got Pebble's room all cleaned out and the closet organized so all of the clothes-presents and hand me downs-that we have recieved are now hanging up, and the only things in the room are the guest bed (we will need that in there until Christmas, at least...we have so many visitors coming!!!) and his bassinet and stroller. Now if only we can finish organizing the rest of the house...because Liz (my sister) and Luke (her Boyfriend) are coming for a 10 day visit starting this Friday!!! We are so excited! It will be nice to see some of my family while I'm pregnant. My mom will be coming 4 days after Liz & Luke leave, and Cameron's parents will be here then too! We love to have guests here at Stone Inn.

My Baby shower is coming quickly. It will be held on July 25th at my boss' house, and I can't wait for my friends abd family to all get together to help me celebrate my first child. It should be so much fun!!!

One month later...

I know I have been slacking, and I will do my best to catch up.

Wow, last post I was 19 weeks. I will be 25 weeks tomorrow!! It is hard to believe, because that is when Michelle (my boss, for those of you who don't know) had James. It made her a little emotional when we talked about the fact that I was that far along already. She had such a hard time with those kids, and I am truly blessed that I have made it to 25 weeks with little wrong.

That said, I do have some tests/an ultrasound coming up. Last Tuesday, I recieved a call from my Doctor's assistant asking me if I was able to come in that day to discuss my 19 week ultrasound. Backing up a bit...my Dr appt that I had the week before was supposed to be for that reason, but my Dr ended up getting called in for a delivery, and I saw the nurse instead-never really hearing about my ultrasound. Back to last week. I went in Tues afternoon, and my doctor told me that Pebble's belly is measuring farther along than the rest of his body, and that anytime a belly or head measure large, they need to test further to keep an eye on things. At this point, we are not concerned, but looking forward to seeing what they find. The Ultrasound and an appointment with my Dr will be on the 29th.

In other news

Last time I posted, Cameron was just starting to feel Pebble's harder kicks. Now, it is a NORMAL occurrence. I can see most of the kicks through my belly, and there was one night that he kicked the remote right off my belly. I love this part of the pregnancy. I truly did not like any part up until this. The first few months were just so not fun, but now I am reminded daily of this little guy in there, and that he's moving around like a healthy little baby.

The back pain is one part I could do without. It started a long time ago, but the pain at night now is so bad, I can't even walk some nights. I am hoping that a pre-natal massage this weekend will help to relieve some of the pain.

Shelly (Cameron's sister) got married on June 6th and we drove

up to Boise to be there and be in the wedding. It was such a great time and we loved being with the whole family and just enjoyed the whole week. The day before the wedding, Shelly's wedding photographer did a family photo shoot for us, and they turned out BEAUTIFUL! I am so happy that we got the chance to get us all together for a picture. The photographer even did separate pictures for all the siblings individual families! Cameron and I got some maternity shots!!! Thanks to Carrie Butler, who is a friend to the Stone Family for all that she did for Shelly and Josh that week.

Now, tomorrow we leave for our 1st anniversary celebration (it was last weekend) to Reno. It will most likely be our last bit of relaxing alone time we get for a LONG time, so we will be enjoying ourselves and just doing nothing. Ahhhhh...sounds nice. We had planned on going to Carmel, but instead decided we should go somewhere we can get a nice room for cheap and just order room service and sleep in, and do nothing. I cannot wait.

I made the comment to my mother that it's funny to me that this is our last "vacation" just the two of us, even though it is really only the second vacation we have taken just the two of us!!! We just love to be with friends when we get away! :) My mom laughed at me, because she and my Dad really only got one! (Katie was born BEFORE their first anniversary.) So they have us beat on that record...lol!

Can you feel it?!

"I sure did!!" (that was for you, DAD)

I didn't think it would happen this early on!!!

So last night, I was 19 weeks 3 days. I have been feeling Pebble moving around for a few weeks now, and feeling definite kicks for a few days. I had a Dr. Pepper at about 9pm because my stomach felt a little upset and that always works. We were at Cameron's 9:15 basketball game, so I figured the caffine wouldn't really keep me up in a bad way...it could only help this exhausted preggo!! Well, the caffine affected Pebble for sure!!! all through the game I kept having to change positions because I would get uncomfortable from all the kicking!!! We ended up getting home at 11:00 ( I know! so late!) and I got ready for bed and laid down next to Cameron. Well, Pebble wasn't over the caffine high just yet!! He was going CRAZY in there! I said to Cameron "Ok, these kicks are super hard! I know you probably can't feel them, but try!!"

He sat holding my belly for a good amount of time being so still and patient, and sure enough as I felt a really good one, he said "Oh, I felt THAT!". HE got to feel a couple of good kicks before things calmed down, and We were finally able to rest for the night. I went to sleep with the biggest smile on my face (as did he) because Cameron can finally be a part of this pregnancy and feel how real this all is! His part so far (although so VERY important) has been taking care of me and taking care of the chores I have just been too tired to do. Now, he can feel his son squirming around in there!

By the way, my due date has been moved to October 4th...not too much difference, but a change.

Next Dr Appt : June 1st

Whoops! Forgot one!

They took a 3d picture of his face, too. Not too clear because they say he doesn't have any fat in his face, so you see more of a skeletal structure.

We did the big 'ole ultrasound today!!!

Here is Pebble's head and belly and looking at you

Here you can see a leg and foot, from a side view

And here's the, um, Penis.

And, uh, another angle of the penis.

So, It is undoubtedly a BOY!!! No names yet. We still need to start thinking about that.

Hair Today....STILL THERE tomorrow!

I've heard that pregnancy can change the growth of hair, but geez.

Some women say their hair grows faster, some stronger, some say it falls out. Well, well well. Here I am at 19 weeks, and I can't stand looking at my bare belly! My freakin' hair decided to start growing on my baby bump. It's like a fuzzy navel (ha ha! get it?!)! Cameron swears up and down it's not bad, but I am just not a fan. Does it go away, or am I stuck with wolverine tummy forever?! Luckily, it is light in color. I think I'll manage...LOL

Another hair problem I have had since the beginning is dandruff. Because my skin has dried out so much, I am at a loss for what to do for my scalp. I have had dry skin my whole life and know how to hydrate and use lotion to keep my skin normal. My scalp? Not so much. I've tried all the product out there and I am still dealing with it so I am over trying to get rid of it and instead embracing it.

I went in to the Dr yesterday because I had a weird sensation/pain that was consistent throughout the day and I wasn't so much worried as much as wanting to make sure it was normal. Well, it's not. Here I am on antibiotics for a bladder infection again. So now I will be closely monitored for the rest of the pregnancy so it can be caught and taken care of every time.

Monday is quickly approaching, and we are thrilled to finally know what we are having (yes, I know it's a baby)! We want to start looking for ideas for the nursery, and as much as the frugal fanny in me would like to go gender-neutral I probably won't. We did get the first piece of nursery furniture! One of James' therapists gave us her rocker/glider last weekend, and we LOVE it. It is something I wanted so badly, and now we have one. Another of James's therapists is giving us a bassinet/cradle (Thank you so much, Lauren!!!), and she also gave me a TON of cute maternity clothes! Like I said in the last post, I am so blessed to have the connections I get from my job, and we are so grateful to those we know.

Bed time. Can't keep my eyes open.

Keep on the lookout Monday!!!! Big news WILL be posted-hopefully including pictures!!

Next Dr. Appt : May 11th 10:15 AM

Holy Bugaboo, Batman!

Oh yes. I now have in my possession the stroller of my DREAMS!!
My boss Michelle gave me one of their Bugaboo strollers today. And it had almost never been used. Now, for those of you who don't know what a Bugaboo is, let me explain my love affair.

This is the best of the best when it comes to strollers. The model I was given is the Cameleon model, and it has a setting that I can put the baby's car seat right onto it, or use it with a bassinet carriage, or there is a normal stroller seat. This thing moves like buttah, it is so lightweight, and hey, it's trendy!



I got it home and took it out of the box (oh, yes...most of it was still untouched!) and put it together for Cameron to see. He was thoroughly impressed and likes that it isn't too cutesy. I CANNOT believe I am going to be wheeling little Pebble around in something that posh and expensive! The best part is, I didn't have to spend the posh money to get it!



How blessed I am to be in the job I have!

I'm brewin' a ninja!

I felt it!!!

I started to feel movement last week, and on Friday I was on the airplane to Boise and it became VERY clear that that is exactly what I was feeling. Such an exciting hurdle. I have been waiting for this for a while to give me something new and exciting to feel. Hooray!!

Today, I went into the Dr.'s office for my routine check-up. I was weighed (and have now gained 5 lbs) and then the Dr measured the baby over my tummy with a tape measure, and he said that the baby is growing magnificently. Then he listened for the heartbeat and found it right away. I love hearing the heartbeat...anyway, he said that the heartbeat was slower today than the last visit which is good since the last visit it was a bit fast. Then we finished the appointment and he told me to make an appointment for my ultrasound!!!!! He said "Make it for 2-3 weeks from now" so of course I made it two weeks from today! Ican't believe that We will know what little Pebble is in only two short weeks! Ahhh, how nice it will be to be able to finally talk names and pick out clothes and the nursery! We cannot wait.

That's all for now

Next Dr appt: May 11th!!