Loves Tummy Time
Sleepy Smiling
Catching a glimpse of the TV for the 1st time
Catching a glimpse of herself in the phone for the 1st time
1st family walk
Monday, November 25, 2013
Friday, November 1, 2013
Layla-Kay's Birth Story
Layla-Kay's birth story all begins Friday October 25th. I had gone to the Dr to get my membranes stripped in hopes to start dilating. Besides the uncomfortableness of the stripping, Friday I felt nothing but semi-stronger contractions. Saturday morning Tim and I woke up, still no baby, so we proceeded with our day. We ran errands; Tim cleaned the cars, I got my hair done, and although the contractions were getting a little stronger as the day went on, it was nothing to worry about. On a quick trip to the store, while chatting about the arrival of our baby girl Tim says "Alright Layla. I give you permission to come out now" (he has been telling her for weeks that she was not allowed to come out until he says so) Needless to say, his baby girl listened.
When we got home that evening, I was quite uncomfortable. Contractions were now strong enough to stop me in my tracks but still not close enough together to warrant a hospital trip. I got in my pajamas and figured I would sleep it off cuddled next to Tim on the sofa. As the night rolled on, contractions got worse. I would fall asleep then wake up suddenly with pain (the look on Tim's face every time I got up and moaned or cried out for a minute then fell back asleep was priceless). By 6 am I was doing more moaning than sleeping and although the contractions were sporadic, I woke Tim up and said "call the Dr".
If you haven't gathered this by now, I can be a sailor when I am not happy. By 6:10 the Doctor became the *&^# Doctor and I wanted to go to the #^%@$ hospital %#%$ now!! Contractions were off the charts, but still not regular. We got to the hospital by 7am and I practically begged the nurse "Please don't send me home. Please give me drugs!!!" She admitted us, in what felt like eternity at the time but was probably 10 minutes in reality, but I had graduated from just expletives to full blown hate mode. I hated the hospital, I hated the contractions, I hated Tim's face, I hated the color on the walls... WHERE IS MY EPIDURAL?!? Once I got the epidural, I was much more of a pleasure to be around. My family came, I was smiling, we were all joking around and laughing at the little earthquake tracker that measures your contractions."oh thats a big one... hahaha"
The Dr finally arrived around 1 and I was ready to go. 3 sets of pushes and a snip later, Layla-Kay had arrived.
When we got home that evening, I was quite uncomfortable. Contractions were now strong enough to stop me in my tracks but still not close enough together to warrant a hospital trip. I got in my pajamas and figured I would sleep it off cuddled next to Tim on the sofa. As the night rolled on, contractions got worse. I would fall asleep then wake up suddenly with pain (the look on Tim's face every time I got up and moaned or cried out for a minute then fell back asleep was priceless). By 6 am I was doing more moaning than sleeping and although the contractions were sporadic, I woke Tim up and said "call the Dr".
If you haven't gathered this by now, I can be a sailor when I am not happy. By 6:10 the Doctor became the *&^# Doctor and I wanted to go to the #^%@$ hospital %#%$ now!! Contractions were off the charts, but still not regular. We got to the hospital by 7am and I practically begged the nurse "Please don't send me home. Please give me drugs!!!" She admitted us, in what felt like eternity at the time but was probably 10 minutes in reality, but I had graduated from just expletives to full blown hate mode. I hated the hospital, I hated the contractions, I hated Tim's face, I hated the color on the walls... WHERE IS MY EPIDURAL?!? Once I got the epidural, I was much more of a pleasure to be around. My family came, I was smiling, we were all joking around and laughing at the little earthquake tracker that measures your contractions."oh thats a big one... hahaha"
The Dr finally arrived around 1 and I was ready to go. 3 sets of pushes and a snip later, Layla-Kay had arrived.
7.1 pounds. 20 1/2 inches long. Looks exactly like her dad.
She is a really good baby. Very expressive and doesn't mind new people.
I cant wait to dress her up
She is definitely going to be a daddy's girl. She loves to be in his arms.
First Facts:
Born: 1:53pm
Identifying Marks: Small brown mark on stomach
Reaction to the world: She was very calm when she 1st came out. She begin to cry until the nurses started to clean her.
Hair color: long brown very straight hair (Tim calls her Chiney baby)
Eyes: Dark brown
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Welcome Layla-Kay
Layla-Kay made her arrival 10/27/2013 and Tim and I could not be more ecstatic to finally met her. Today she is 3 days old and we are learning so much about ourselves and our daughter everyday. I would like to take some time and share her birth story but I am currently operating off of 8 hours sleep sporadically spread over the last 4 days. They should make a Walking Dead spin-off about parents with newborns.
In the past 3 days my life has changed in many ways but there are 3 things that have stood out the most.
1. Iv never been so happy to see pee.
We have learned this week that a baby's diaper is an indicator of good health. Needless to say, when Layla goes to the bathroom Tim and I feel the need to talk about it like she got an A on her spelling test.
2. Iv never been so hesitant to pee. Episiotomy... that is all there is to say about that (in Forest Gump Voice)
3.
There are no words to express how great Tim has been with Layla. He is so hands on and engaged in every aspect of her life. He has spent every night thus far rocking her to sleep for hours and most of all, missed Sunday football to spend time with her. I knew he would be a great dad but did not expect him to be this amazing.
In the past 3 days my life has changed in many ways but there are 3 things that have stood out the most.
1. Iv never been so happy to see pee.
We have learned this week that a baby's diaper is an indicator of good health. Needless to say, when Layla goes to the bathroom Tim and I feel the need to talk about it like she got an A on her spelling test.
2. Iv never been so hesitant to pee. Episiotomy... that is all there is to say about that (in Forest Gump Voice)
3.
That is all for now. Im going to
Friday, October 25, 2013
Friday Favorites... Daddy Edition
1. NFL - obviously as most people should know, it's FOOTBALL SEASON!!!! The teams (Straight Florida Teams) I like aren't doing great, but it'll be ok. All in due time. Especially after Layla comes- then they will have one more reason to win.
2.Sugar Babies - This old favorite has been rediscovered in a big way. I found a few bags in the Dollar Tree when going to buy Diana some stuff for a school project. I had forgotten about this confection-ate delicacy and was very happy to be re-united, they still do a number on your teeth, but they are still delicious as well.
3. The Duck Song (Part 1, 2, 3) Hey! Got any Grapes?? and then he waddled away....Waddle Waddle
4. Patties from Charlie's - haven't tried all of the different patty shops are anything, but out of all the ones I've tried, I definitely like those the best, at least stateside. Got some bun and cheese while I was there too.
5. Krispy Kreme - My GOODNESS!!! These are like the best doughnuts known to man!! I mean- I don't even know what else to say. Pure Deliciousness!!
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Week 37
How far along? 37 Weeks
Maternity clothes? Tim's cloths
Stretch marks? 3... :o(
Best moment this week: Seeing Layla on the ultrasound at the hospital (yes, i said hospital. My third trip in 3 weeks) and hearing her heartbeat.
Miss Anything? Comfort.
Movement: Yes, but the bigger and lower she gets, the movements have slowed down
Food cravings: Nothing really
Gender: Girl
Wedding Ring on or off: On but I have to take it off at the end of the day when I swell up
Labor Signs: Still just contractions. I have a few long painful ones a day and plenty of small ones.
Belly Button in or out? Flat as a pancake
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy but ready
Looking forward to: Meeting Layla
Friday Favorites
1. Trip planning: I am a planner. Im sure one day when I die my family will write that on my tombstone. "Here lies Diana-Kay. Wife Mother Planner". There are so many places I want to go right now, Washington, Jamaica, Beach bon-fire in Daytona... We are waiting until Baby B is born until we make any official plans but that hasn't stopped my excitement from brewing. If you can think of a trip... thats baby appropriate, let me know.... I'll start nagging Tim about it.
2. My halloween tree DVD arrived this week and I cant wait till Halloween to watch it. I used to watch it as a kid with my sisters, along with Hocus Pocus and Ernest Scared stupid (which would always, and still does, scare the crap out of me) as a Halloween tradition.11 more days!!!
3. One thing I really hope to do with my kids is read to them. We got so many great books at our shower that I cant wait to read (and some we have already been reading to her). This week we also purchased one of Tim's favorite books from childhood to read to her as well.
4. One of my favorite things also this week is the arrival of new babies. As we count down for Layla's arrival, I love keeping up with others on their journeys and their recent arrivals.
5. My last favorite thing this week is baby headbands. I have been stalking Etsy to find the perfect headband for Layla-Kay. There are so many to choose from, I want them all.
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Week 36. Pumpkins, Watermelons and IV's. Oh My!
This week has been a roller coaster. As I shared in my Friday Faves post, I had an awesome baby shower at work, then spent some time in the hospital.
Saturday night we ended the week with a little pumpkin carving. As I mentioned before, I usually carve a pumpkin for halloween but this year I didnt think it was the best of ideas. Tim has never carved a pumpkin so he had the honors this year.
Although this is completely irrelevant I felt the need to post what a normal pizza looks like in the Berrium house. 1/2 meet lovers, 1/2 veggie lovers. Can you guess whose is whose? Plus the box was super cute... it deserved a shout out.
Back to pumpkins...
In other news, everyday I check my Date Counter... not because I dont remember but because I am mostly hoping that my wishful thinking will speed up time. Next week (starting tomorrow) we are Full Term!!! I hope she comes soon (fully developed and healthy) I cant wait to meet her.
How far along? 36 Weeks
Maternity clothes? Tim's cloths
Stretch marks? 3... :o(
Best moment this week: Carving pumpkins with Tim
Miss Anything? Nothing really this week.
Movement: Yes, but the bigger and lower she gets, the movements have slowed down
Food cravings: Nothing really
Gender: Girl
Wedding Ring on or off: On but I have to take it off at the end of the day when I swell up
Labor Signs: Contractions 5-6 times a day
Belly Button in or out? Flat as a pancake
Happy or Moody most of the time: Moody... at least Im honest
Looking forward to: Meeting Layla
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