Growing and growing!

Hard to believe that my little one will be 2 weeks old tomorrow!!!  Last Friday at Dr. Albert's he weighed 7 lbs. 7 oz.  That is 1 ounce away from his birth weight!!  I was so pleased and she was too.  He is more active now, especially in the morning.  Hudson loves to lounge on his Boppy and watch mommy on the computer.  He also loves his swing.  This past Sunday we took him to church.  It was nice to get out but all I could think about were the people coughing and sneezing around me.  Or course, he was in his sling close to his mommy but still I was nervous!!  I was so glad nobody offered to hold him!!!  Anyway, we are doing great.  He's getting up about twice a night to eat.  Keeping our fingers crossed that he will continue to sleep and eat well.  

One week old

Amazing how fast a week goes by and Hudson has changed so much.  All 3 of us are settling in and getting used to each other.  Sometimes I look at him and can't believe that he is my son.  Definitely surreal!!  The first night at home was rough but we made it through!  Hudson eats about every 2.5-3 hours with longer stretches at night.  (not that long though..:) I can't wait until he has his first smile but I know that won't be for a while.  Through this transition, God is being the great Sustainer!!!  When we are tired, we cling to that truth.  Bryant and I both pray that our little boy will understand the greatness of God at an early age.  We are excited about the upcoming weeks and how our little man will grow and change.  

Happy Valentine's Day

What a crazy last couple of days!!!  Here's the story....Wednesday morning I started having some contractions.  Of course, this being my first, I thought they were just Braxton Hicks.  I started some light cleaning around the house and noticed that these contractions were kinda different.  Needless to say, I was having to breathe through them.  I started timing them and they were 3-6 min. apart.  I waited to call the hospital because I wanted to be sure...so I made sure that I had everything together.  Finally, at 2:30 pm I called and they told me to come on up.  Bryant was still at work so I had to meet him somewhere off 65.  I think that I looked pretty funny driving and having this terrible look on my face.  We get to Dr. Ross's office and I immediately start apologizing.  I still think that it was false labor.  Dr. Ross checked and said, "You're going to have this baby soon."  I was shocked!!!!  I had done nothing as far as progression the previous day!  

Labor was interesting......a little difficult.  I pushed for 2.5 hours and still no Hudson.  Dr. Mckenzie, one of Dr. Ross's partners, came in and told me that Hudson was facing up; thus, making pushing difficult.  He said that I could still deliver without a c-section but he was going to have to HELP me.  I pushed for another 30 minutes to get Hudson down and then Dr. Mc used forceps the rest of the way.  When they put my sweet boy on my chest, the hard labor was so so worth it.  He is beautiful with a head full of black hair!  He weighed 7lbs. 8 oz, 21.5 inches long, and head circumference of 13.5 inches.  It was love at first sight.....I can't even explain it.  But I do know that God is an amazing creator and I was awestruck by his power at that moment.  Bryant and I appreciate everybody's calls and prayers.  We will post more pics soon.

The new addition

Nada

Visited Dr. Ross today and needless to say......we have zero progress as of last week!!  Still not dilated, 60% effaced, and Hudson is still kicking my ribs.  As we were walking out of the office, Bryant told me to wipe the depressed look off my face.  My facial expressions always reveal myself.  At least, Bryant and I will have Valentine's Day to ourselves.  I'll be shocked if Hudson decides to come before then.  I know that we need to enjoy this time if peace and quiet, but waiting is so hard!!!  God's timing is perfect and that is giving me peace:)  Until then.....

Waiting.....

So, now I am 38 weeks pregnant.  So far, 60% effaced and "almost 1 cm" dilated.  We go again tomorrow to see if Hudson has made any progress.  So far, I feel good.  My feet are definitely swollen but other than that..... I know that I promised to post some pictures.  I have  got to figure this MAC out.  Bryant and I are both clueless when it comes to technology.  I'm amazed that I figured out how to create this blog.  I have had three showers thrown by some of the sweetest people.  Bryant and I are so blessed beyond measure!  Baby stuff is NOT cheap and since I have not started my CRNA job yet, we are so thankful!!!  We'll keep you updated over the next few weeks.  Hopefully, Hudson will be ready to greet us soon!

Anticipation

Okay, so the countdown has begun.  We have 4 weeks 5 days before little man is to arrive.  As I write this, I'm thinking, "what if he comes before then?"  Am I ready?  I don't know.  Are you EVER ready for your first child.? I just know that I am excited and scared all at the same time.  I wake up frequently now at night....God just getting me ready for those nighttime feedings.  I wake up and think about all the "stuff" that I need to do.  Everybody tells me that never goes away.  I just can't wait to meet him and see what he looks like.  If anybody has some advice, bring it on!  I'm up for any encouragement! We'll keep you posted on his progress.  I'll start "getting checked" next week!