We were blessed with the most handsome and perfect baby boy on Thursday April 1, 2010. Weighing in at 6 pounds 11 ounces, 20 1/4 inches long, lots of dark hair, and all fingers and toes. Tucker is such a cute baby. He finally decided to pay attention to me, and realize that Mommy was done. I was beginning to think he was a very stubborn child. But, he pulled through. He was born less than an hour after arriving at the Hospital. I know a little more about my delivery. My mom had me in the elevator on the way up to the labor and delivery, and when I got into the hospital, I told them, I need a wheelchair. I was ready to have this baby. Spencer is the best coach. He is so patient with me while I am having a tough time with the pain. He comforted me and kept me focused. Now, yes, I had planned to have this baby without any drugs, because I hated the epidural I had with Kayla. It was funny when the nurse asked me if I wanted an epidural, I said no, and she said, good, because you are dilated to an 8, and it's too late.
After he was born, he was laid on my chest, which I love. I was just so glad to have a beautiful baby after so much time and effort. He is so handsome. He seems more petite like his sister, but time will tell if he is a tank like his brother.
We had a rough start at home. He was up all night screaming Sunday night. I was nervous I was going to have a difficult baby. But, we found out he wasn't getting enough to eat. After getting that taken care of, he has been a very mellow and sweet baby.
He had to have his billirubin checked on Monday, and we found out his weight was down to 6 pounds. He wasn't getting enough food, so I had to supplement with formula. So now, I have a baby that doesn't want anything to do with nursing. We got a call from the Dr.'s office on Tuesday, because his billirubin was too high, so they wanted to test him again. Don't worry, his test was much better, and he was back up to 6 pounds 10 1/2 ounces. In a day and a half he gained 10 1/2 ounces!!! what an eater. He wakes up twice a night to eat, and I can handle that. He is such a great baby!
Kayla and Nathaniel absolutely love their new brother. They want to hold him all the time, and They are so sweet with him.
Pictures will come soon, my camera is having issues right now.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
35 weeks and counting
Yes, I am 35 weeks. I am large and in charge. I am getting tired of everyone asking me how I'm feeling. I tell everyone I feel well, fine, or whatever. To be honest, I feel sick, fat, and tired. My mom keeps telling me that it is easier when they are inside, but I am tired to feeling this way. I am nervous to be a mother of three, and know it is going to be really difficult, but, he has to come out sooner or later.
Spencer is enjoying his baseball season. They are going to have a tournament this week, so we are excited to see how his team does. He is working so hard at work supporting our family, even picking up extra shifts. He is such a great husband and father. His kids just love when daddy comes home. It is sometimes difficult to get them to leave him alone long enough to change his clothes.
Kayla loves tea parties. She will drink anything out of her tea set, and will invite anyone to enjoy some tea with her. You better remember your manners, though. She knows what is appropriate and what is not. Dressing up like a princess is the best. She wore her new fancy Easter dress to church two weeks ago. She even has little lacy gloves to wear with it. She loves to be so dainty and girly. She is very imaginative. She loves to pretend and play with others exploring the world that she can think up.
Nathaniel is learning so much. His vocabulary has increased so much lately. He says cookie, cracker, bottle, dog, cat, duck, horse, socks, shoes, please, hug, kiss, baby, blankie, and some others I can't think of right now. He is still waiting for his eye teeth to come in. They have been very stubborn, and just can't seem to come out. Nathaniel is my cuddler, and it will probably be difficult to share mommy with a new baby, but he is such a cutie.
We have been without a phone for a week and a half. That was nerve wracking, nervous that I could go into labor early, and not have access to a phone. we finally got our new phone hooked up today, so email me for my new number. I feel a little better, knowing I can easily get ahold of someone if I go into labor early.
Spencer is enjoying his baseball season. They are going to have a tournament this week, so we are excited to see how his team does. He is working so hard at work supporting our family, even picking up extra shifts. He is such a great husband and father. His kids just love when daddy comes home. It is sometimes difficult to get them to leave him alone long enough to change his clothes.
Kayla loves tea parties. She will drink anything out of her tea set, and will invite anyone to enjoy some tea with her. You better remember your manners, though. She knows what is appropriate and what is not. Dressing up like a princess is the best. She wore her new fancy Easter dress to church two weeks ago. She even has little lacy gloves to wear with it. She loves to be so dainty and girly. She is very imaginative. She loves to pretend and play with others exploring the world that she can think up.
Nathaniel is learning so much. His vocabulary has increased so much lately. He says cookie, cracker, bottle, dog, cat, duck, horse, socks, shoes, please, hug, kiss, baby, blankie, and some others I can't think of right now. He is still waiting for his eye teeth to come in. They have been very stubborn, and just can't seem to come out. Nathaniel is my cuddler, and it will probably be difficult to share mommy with a new baby, but he is such a cutie.
We have been without a phone for a week and a half. That was nerve wracking, nervous that I could go into labor early, and not have access to a phone. we finally got our new phone hooked up today, so email me for my new number. I feel a little better, knowing I can easily get ahold of someone if I go into labor early.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Time moves on
Well, I am 34 weeks, and feeling better than I was last week. The baby turned, so he is no longer like a spare tire around my mid-section. I now have a waist. I didn't realize how difficult it was to breathe until Saturday morning when I woke up and Spencer noticed the baby had turned. I had more energy and could breathe, and didn't have to waddle quite so much.
I don't know about any of you other mothers out there, but Nathaniel is having sleep issues. He often thinks that 2:30 am is a good time to wake up and play. He won't go back to bed, at least not in his own bed. Sometimes I have to sit with him on the couch with a movie on, and other times, when i am very desparate, he sleeps between Spencer and me. That is the worst. The smallest person in the bed gets the most room, and we get feet and a head in our ribs, back, face, or anywhere else he decides to hit. I have been much better at not letting him sleep in our bed, but when it is 3 am, and I have been trying to put him back to bed for an hour and a half already, I just want some sleep. I am beginning to think he doesn't like to be alone in his room. If only he knew that in a month or so, he will have a roommate, he might just change his mind.
A few weeks ago, Kayla had a very heavy object dropped on her toe. That was very traumatic for her. Her toe got swollen, and now the toenail is blue. She was in bed that entire day, putting her foot up, and wimpering. She now just says that her toenail is going to fall off, but a new one will grow in. She is such a trooper. She is one tough cookie. I can hardly believe how big she is getting . She is still my little princess, and sometimes a teenager, too. She knows how to give attitude, and put her hand on her hips and stomp her foot when she isn't getting her way, but she is also so sweet, giving hugs and telling you she loves you so much.
Both our kids have been learning and growing so much. They both love nursery and going to play at the kidsplace at the gym. We are very excited to add to our family. We are so curious as to what this new little baby will look like. We already have a stacy mini and a spencer mini. Only time will tell.
I don't know about any of you other mothers out there, but Nathaniel is having sleep issues. He often thinks that 2:30 am is a good time to wake up and play. He won't go back to bed, at least not in his own bed. Sometimes I have to sit with him on the couch with a movie on, and other times, when i am very desparate, he sleeps between Spencer and me. That is the worst. The smallest person in the bed gets the most room, and we get feet and a head in our ribs, back, face, or anywhere else he decides to hit. I have been much better at not letting him sleep in our bed, but when it is 3 am, and I have been trying to put him back to bed for an hour and a half already, I just want some sleep. I am beginning to think he doesn't like to be alone in his room. If only he knew that in a month or so, he will have a roommate, he might just change his mind.
A few weeks ago, Kayla had a very heavy object dropped on her toe. That was very traumatic for her. Her toe got swollen, and now the toenail is blue. She was in bed that entire day, putting her foot up, and wimpering. She now just says that her toenail is going to fall off, but a new one will grow in. She is such a trooper. She is one tough cookie. I can hardly believe how big she is getting . She is still my little princess, and sometimes a teenager, too. She knows how to give attitude, and put her hand on her hips and stomp her foot when she isn't getting her way, but she is also so sweet, giving hugs and telling you she loves you so much.
Both our kids have been learning and growing so much. They both love nursery and going to play at the kidsplace at the gym. We are very excited to add to our family. We are so curious as to what this new little baby will look like. We already have a stacy mini and a spencer mini. Only time will tell.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
February: a month of Birthdays
February is a big month in our home. Kayla's birthday is the fifth and Spencer's is the 14th. We had a birthday party for Kayla this year. Just a small get together with a few friends. We had a My Little Pony theme, and we had a good turn out. The girls colored a picture we taped to lunch bags for them to take their party favors home in. We ate home-made pizza, and watched a My Little Pony video, and just played with toys. We also decorated cupcakes to eat. One of the biggest hits was ring around the rosies. Each friend got to take home a bracelet, and a party balloon. Thanks to my mom for all of her help at the party. She is an amazing woman, picking up where I slacked.
Kayla was very gracious and thankful for all her gifts. It was rewarding to see her tell everyone thank you and give them a hug. She was truly spoiled by her friends and extended family. Thanks to everyone that made this, her third birthday such a special one.
Spencer is another year older, and even more fun! Turning 26 looks good on him. I just want him to know how much I love him, and support him in all that he sets out to do. He has truly found his passion working with the Hunter High Baseball Program. I see the joy that it brings him, and how much he gives to the program and the individual players. He takes them under his wing to help them improve and learn the skills they have inside of them. He is a great influence on them, and a great mentor. I am so proud of all the time he takes to help the individuals, and to let them know that they matter, and can make a difference in the world. Spencer is the most selfless person I know. He truly is a great example to me.
For Spencer's birthday, he got breakfast in bed. Eggs, Bacon, Toast, Fruit and Yogurt. Kayla and Nathaniel each carried their own plate up as well. I didn't know Nathaniel was bringing his up. I found hime one step from the top with his plate (food still on top). We had fun all eating on our bed. We had church, so we all got ready, and I got a roast ready. I am still learning some of the "easy" recipes that my mom has mastered, and roast is one of them. Our "beef jerky" roast was done too well, but was pretty tender. Spencer just relaxed and did what he wanted. He is such a great husband. He works so hard to support his family, and is such a great father. His children wait for him to come home, and can't get enough of his fun playing.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Happy New Year
Well, it is a new year! We have had a great this year. We also had a very nice Christmas. The day before Christmas Eve we had our last annual Christmas party at Spencer's Grandparent's house. We sing and act out the Nativity, and have fun together. Christmas Eve we have dinner and Nativity at Grandparent's Day. During the program, Kayla played Mary, holding a teddy bear, and Nathaniel was a shepherd, herding my brother. Then, Kayla sang "Kangaroos Jump", and it was so cute. Christmas morning we woke up around 8:00, yay, I got sleep! Spencer put the Breakfast Casserole in the oven (which he made the day before while I was at work. Thank you Thank you). Kayla and Nathaniel were so cute finding their stockings on the couch from Santa. Santa brought them both a stick horse, and that was a very big hit! Kayla loved opening the presents, for everyone. Nathaniel didn't want to open the presents, he just wanted to play with the toys!!! He loved all his toys. After the presents were all opened, we ate breakfast, then played some more. We went to Grandparent's Lybbert for family pictures and a wonderful lunch. We had a great time with family. Then, we headed to Great-Grandparent's Day to say hi and wish them a happy day. By the end of the visit, we had two very tired children, and two worn out parents. We love the holidays and the time we can spend with family.
Spencer did the sweetest thing for me this year. I don't know how long it took him, but I think it would take a long time. I don't know if you have seen National Treasure, but that movie is about a treasure hunt. Spencer made my own treasure hunt this year. He had placed an envelope for me on the tree, to open Christmas Eve when the kids were asleep. Inside was a small piece of paper with burnt edges that said, "The secret lies with Middle C". So, after taking everything off the piano, I found the next clue taped to the hammer of Middle C. That led me to a wedding picture with a code on the back. I then had to find the correct letters from the "Family Proclomation" to get the next clue. This one led me to the kitchen table, and that clue led me to his tool bag. Needless to say, inside the beautifully wrapped box was a small jewelry box containing my own personal treasure. I have the sweetest most thoughtful husband in the world!
For New Year's Eve, Spencer and I made some chinese food. We had a great noodle dish and beef and broccoli. We ate with chop sticks, of course, and then went to bed before 10:00. We ring in the new year catching up on zzz's.
So, I want to wish you all a happy new year, and remember to set "easy" goals, and have fun with them.
Spencer did the sweetest thing for me this year. I don't know how long it took him, but I think it would take a long time. I don't know if you have seen National Treasure, but that movie is about a treasure hunt. Spencer made my own treasure hunt this year. He had placed an envelope for me on the tree, to open Christmas Eve when the kids were asleep. Inside was a small piece of paper with burnt edges that said, "The secret lies with Middle C". So, after taking everything off the piano, I found the next clue taped to the hammer of Middle C. That led me to a wedding picture with a code on the back. I then had to find the correct letters from the "Family Proclomation" to get the next clue. This one led me to the kitchen table, and that clue led me to his tool bag. Needless to say, inside the beautifully wrapped box was a small jewelry box containing my own personal treasure. I have the sweetest most thoughtful husband in the world!
For New Year's Eve, Spencer and I made some chinese food. We had a great noodle dish and beef and broccoli. We ate with chop sticks, of course, and then went to bed before 10:00. We ring in the new year catching up on zzz's.
So, I want to wish you all a happy new year, and remember to set "easy" goals, and have fun with them.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
Ultrasound Results
Hello all.
I have taken a while to get on to blog. Nathaniel has been sick all week, and now I am feeling pretty sick. But, I wanted to add our news. We are going to have another..........Boy! Yes, we were pleasantly surprised. I didn't know what to expect when we went for the ultrasound. It is just nice to have an answer, and know which boxes of clothes I will need to get ready. I can feel the baby more now, and it is great. Kayla talks about the baby in my tummy. Nathaniel doesn't understand, but he has some time to get used to sharing his room with the baby.
Have a great day.
I have taken a while to get on to blog. Nathaniel has been sick all week, and now I am feeling pretty sick. But, I wanted to add our news. We are going to have another..........Boy! Yes, we were pleasantly surprised. I didn't know what to expect when we went for the ultrasound. It is just nice to have an answer, and know which boxes of clothes I will need to get ready. I can feel the baby more now, and it is great. Kayla talks about the baby in my tummy. Nathaniel doesn't understand, but he has some time to get used to sharing his room with the baby.
Have a great day.
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