Tuesday, September 13, 2016
2 under 2
Having two babies is no joke! Our days consist of a lot of diapers, laundry, and nursing. I can't seem to find time in the day to clean or cook... so our house is full of clutter, and Goldie is living off crackers and cereal. Even though some days are long, and sleep is sparse, I know the months fly by, and my babies grow before my eyes.
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Dottie Rae Probert
I can never get over how magical, and spiritual birth is. There is nothing like meeting a little human, that you created. Hearing them cry for the first time, and seeing the face you've been dreaming about for the last nine months. Seriously priceless. I cherish each of my girls' birthdays so much. They are a day I wish I could live over and over again. There is nothing better.
This time around I knew I would have to get a c-section. (See Goldie's Birth Story) With Goldie I had an emergency c-section. It was a very stressful, and scary situation. This time around it was planned, and wow, was it a different experience. So much more relaxed!
We started our day at 4:30 a.m. as we hurried to get ready for the hospital. We dropped Goldie off at my parent's for a sleepover because we had the first surgery slot of the day! We needed to be at the hospital at 5:15 so they could start prepping. After having a c-section, I was super nervous. I knew what to expect, and what I was getting myself into. So I was kind of freaking out! I am so afraid of needles and all I could think about was that dang IV and the spinal break! We checked in and I got dressed in hospital gown, a nurse came in to put in my IV (I didn't even cry, or pass out!) Then I got hooked up to fluids. I walked back to the surgery room with the nurse while Scott got dressed in his hospital get-up. The doctor told me that I would get a spinal break instead of an epidural because it is more dense, and I wouldn't feel as much stretching, pulling and tugging. Thank heaven. The nurse was so sweet and could tell I was nervous... I was shaking uncontrollably haha, and offered her shoulder for me to put my head on while the spinal break was given. I gladly accepted. After lying down on the operation table, with my arms stretched out, scott came in and the surgery began at 6:30. I could still feel some tugging, and pushing on my stomach, but it was short lived. Scott kept peeking over the curtain to see what was going on. He has a strong stomach because there is no way I could do that! Before we knew it, at 6:52 a.m.. we could hear the sweetest little cry. So soft, straight from heaven. They held Dottie over the curtain so I could see her before they took her to weight and measure, and clean her off. They then handed her to Scott who brought her over to me so I could get a better look. She was perfect. And so tiny! (She was over a pound smaller than Goldie!) She looks so much like her daddy to me. While I was getting stitched up Dottie was on the hunt for some food, but she couldn't find it from Scott haha. After I was stitched up, they handed Dottie to me, and I got to hold her while they wheeled me to Mother and Baby. I didn't get to hold Goldie for an hour or so, so this was very special to me.
Dottie Rae Probert
August 17, 2016 at 6:52 a.m.
6 lbs 4 oz
18 in.
Dottie is so loved by her big sister. We had my friend Paige do a video of the girls meeting, and it is something I will cherish forever. Since I can't really film my birth stories, this was so perfect, and meaningful. Click HERE to watch that video.
I am so grateful for the nurses and doctor that helped deliver my girls. Without modern medicine, I wouldn't be able to have babies, and being a mom is my most cherished job! We are incredibly blessed!
This time around I knew I would have to get a c-section. (See Goldie's Birth Story) With Goldie I had an emergency c-section. It was a very stressful, and scary situation. This time around it was planned, and wow, was it a different experience. So much more relaxed!
We started our day at 4:30 a.m. as we hurried to get ready for the hospital. We dropped Goldie off at my parent's for a sleepover because we had the first surgery slot of the day! We needed to be at the hospital at 5:15 so they could start prepping. After having a c-section, I was super nervous. I knew what to expect, and what I was getting myself into. So I was kind of freaking out! I am so afraid of needles and all I could think about was that dang IV and the spinal break! We checked in and I got dressed in hospital gown, a nurse came in to put in my IV (I didn't even cry, or pass out!) Then I got hooked up to fluids. I walked back to the surgery room with the nurse while Scott got dressed in his hospital get-up. The doctor told me that I would get a spinal break instead of an epidural because it is more dense, and I wouldn't feel as much stretching, pulling and tugging. Thank heaven. The nurse was so sweet and could tell I was nervous... I was shaking uncontrollably haha, and offered her shoulder for me to put my head on while the spinal break was given. I gladly accepted. After lying down on the operation table, with my arms stretched out, scott came in and the surgery began at 6:30. I could still feel some tugging, and pushing on my stomach, but it was short lived. Scott kept peeking over the curtain to see what was going on. He has a strong stomach because there is no way I could do that! Before we knew it, at 6:52 a.m.. we could hear the sweetest little cry. So soft, straight from heaven. They held Dottie over the curtain so I could see her before they took her to weight and measure, and clean her off. They then handed her to Scott who brought her over to me so I could get a better look. She was perfect. And so tiny! (She was over a pound smaller than Goldie!) She looks so much like her daddy to me. While I was getting stitched up Dottie was on the hunt for some food, but she couldn't find it from Scott haha. After I was stitched up, they handed Dottie to me, and I got to hold her while they wheeled me to Mother and Baby. I didn't get to hold Goldie for an hour or so, so this was very special to me.
Dottie Rae Probert
August 17, 2016 at 6:52 a.m.
6 lbs 4 oz
18 in.
Dottie is so loved by her big sister. We had my friend Paige do a video of the girls meeting, and it is something I will cherish forever. Since I can't really film my birth stories, this was so perfect, and meaningful. Click HERE to watch that video.
I am so grateful for the nurses and doctor that helped deliver my girls. Without modern medicine, I wouldn't be able to have babies, and being a mom is my most cherished job! We are incredibly blessed!
Sunday, August 14, 2016
Final Countdown
It's crazy to think that our time as a family of three is quickly approaching. As excited as I am to meet our little love, I am still in shock that it is actually happening THIS wednesday! Like three days. WHAT?! I had my last doctor's appointment last week and we have the C-section scheduled for Wednesday the 17th-- we will know the exact time tuesday night.
Tonight my mom is taking Goldie to Idaho to my grandparents with her. This will be our first night away from Goldie. Yeah, I'm a crazy mom that has separation anxiety. Goldie doesn't at all, she loves both my parents and grandparents, I'm sure she'd prefer to hang with them over me, but me on the other hand... I miss her too much! Goldie is my baby so it will be so weird to see her next to our new... newborn baby. I am so grateful for parents who love Goldie so much, and jump at any opportunity to watch her. My dad thinks Goldie is going to live with them for a month after baby is born... I don't think so ;) They are so good at recognizing when we need help.
I can't wait to meet baby sister. My heart is so full just thinking about bring a new baby into our home. I know things will be a little crazy at first, but there is nothing more rewarding than being a parent.
Tonight my mom is taking Goldie to Idaho to my grandparents with her. This will be our first night away from Goldie. Yeah, I'm a crazy mom that has separation anxiety. Goldie doesn't at all, she loves both my parents and grandparents, I'm sure she'd prefer to hang with them over me, but me on the other hand... I miss her too much! Goldie is my baby so it will be so weird to see her next to our new... newborn baby. I am so grateful for parents who love Goldie so much, and jump at any opportunity to watch her. My dad thinks Goldie is going to live with them for a month after baby is born... I don't think so ;) They are so good at recognizing when we need help.
I can't wait to meet baby sister. My heart is so full just thinking about bring a new baby into our home. I know things will be a little crazy at first, but there is nothing more rewarding than being a parent.
Thursday, July 28, 2016
36 weeks: Baby #2
Somehow I am 36 weeks pregnant? When did this happen haha!? Less than three more weeks until we get to meet our little lady-- CRAZY! I have been the worst mom lately because it is so dang hot outside that I cannot bare the heat!! Holy moly. Like what were we thinking having an August baby?? Goldie is so cute and is getting excited/starting to understand she is going to have a baby around. Every family prayer she blesses the baby- even when we forget to. I am really looking forward to getting to hold and meet this baby for the first time. But especially excited for our two babies to meet-I don't think my heart can take it!
Pregnancy Symptoms: Still low in Iron, but I have been taking iron supplements for over a month. I am not dilated at all, which wasn't really a surprise. Goldie was stuck, which is why I have to have C-sections... I don't dilate! Feeling really low energy, but super into nesting mode! I have washed all the baby's clothes, blankets, burp clothes-- we are basically ready!
Weight Gain: about 29 lbs
Blood Pressure: 106/50
Cravings: Give me all the swig cookies.
Movement: It seems like this baby pushes her bum out, my tummy always feels super hard. I feel her up in my ribs, and down in my hips.
Pregnancy Symptoms: Still low in Iron, but I have been taking iron supplements for over a month. I am not dilated at all, which wasn't really a surprise. Goldie was stuck, which is why I have to have C-sections... I don't dilate! Feeling really low energy, but super into nesting mode! I have washed all the baby's clothes, blankets, burp clothes-- we are basically ready!
Weight Gain: about 29 lbs
Blood Pressure: 106/50
Cravings: Give me all the swig cookies.
Movement: It seems like this baby pushes her bum out, my tummy always feels super hard. I feel her up in my ribs, and down in my hips.
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
32 weeks: Baby #2
It's crazy how I was pregnant with Goldie for 2 years and I've only been pregnant with this baby for 4 months! Really though... time is FLYING! I can't believe that basically next month we will have a baby. I had my appointment yesterday, and we got to pick out a birthdate (I have to get a C-section... this is the only perk haha). The determining factor was whenever the doctor that delivered Goldie was on call... so baby girl #2 is coming AUGUST 17! They do c-sections first thing in the morning so it could be anytime from 5:30-8-30... we will know for sure in a couple weeks. It is seriously so surreal I can't believe it!
Pregnancy Symptoms: Mostly just a growing belly... I can't see my feet, so I basically can only wear slip on shoes, because it's way too much effort to try to put on other shoes. I also have low iron this time so I've been having to take an iron supplement on top of my prenatal vitamin. I get winded walking up the stairs, have to pee like 100 times a day... all while chasing my busy toddler around... and man I love it!! I do get extremely sore by the end of the day!
Weight gain: About 25 lbs.
Blood Pressure: They weren't able to read it this time, they tried both my arms a couple times, but couldn't find it.
Cravings: Since it's been so hot lately I crave like soft serve ice cream... and coconut snow cones with sweet and condensed milk on top.
Queasy: I can't say that anything makes me want to gag anymore-- yay!!
Movement: this baby is still more mellow than goldie was... but she is starting to become a little mover as well. She is most active at night when I lay down. At our appointment yesterday the doctor said she was moving a ton when he was reading the heart rate, I think I don't notice as much because I am a little busier this time around. The doctor also said she is already head down, so that is exciting!
Goldie is still a little confused that she will soon have a little baby that is going to be living with her, and taking up half of mom's attention, but still loves to snuggle my belly and give sissy kisses. She can also say the name we like and it is like the cutest thing ever!!
Pregnancy Symptoms: Mostly just a growing belly... I can't see my feet, so I basically can only wear slip on shoes, because it's way too much effort to try to put on other shoes. I also have low iron this time so I've been having to take an iron supplement on top of my prenatal vitamin. I get winded walking up the stairs, have to pee like 100 times a day... all while chasing my busy toddler around... and man I love it!! I do get extremely sore by the end of the day!
Weight gain: About 25 lbs.
Blood Pressure: They weren't able to read it this time, they tried both my arms a couple times, but couldn't find it.
Cravings: Since it's been so hot lately I crave like soft serve ice cream... and coconut snow cones with sweet and condensed milk on top.
Queasy: I can't say that anything makes me want to gag anymore-- yay!!
Movement: this baby is still more mellow than goldie was... but she is starting to become a little mover as well. She is most active at night when I lay down. At our appointment yesterday the doctor said she was moving a ton when he was reading the heart rate, I think I don't notice as much because I am a little busier this time around. The doctor also said she is already head down, so that is exciting!
Goldie is still a little confused that she will soon have a little baby that is going to be living with her, and taking up half of mom's attention, but still loves to snuggle my belly and give sissy kisses. She can also say the name we like and it is like the cutest thing ever!!
Thursday, June 16, 2016
My Mama Heart
I will warn you in advance... this is probably overly sentimental (what can I say... that's me always) and is just me totally rambling about motherhood. You've been warned ;)
Does anyone else have those days when you are completely overcome with gratitude and like an overwhelming love? The moments where you're like... oh my gosh... you're mine forever. How did I get so lucky? You are beautiful! The cutest thing I have ever seen. My whole world, my whole heart.
Lately I have been so sentimental. I don't know if it's pregnancy hormones or what, but man... I feel SO BLESSED. As our time as a family of three is coming to and end (WHAT.) I find myself worrying a little about Goldie. My first baby. The little angel that made me a mama. You guys I'm literally obsessed with her. I am by no means saying she's my favorite, but right now I am trying hard to imagine my full-to-the-brim heart, having room to love another like I love Goldie. BUT somehow it is!! Do mother's hearts' just grow... like seriously I don't get it because mine is about to explode over here.
I LOVE being a mom. It is the hardest thing I've ever done, but the most rewarding job in the world. Seeing goldie just grow into her sweet self is the greatest thing I've experienced in my life. I can't believe I get to do it again. And on top of it watch goldie become a big sister. Like wholly heart eyes right!? Goldie makes my day every day, even the sassy, toddler-tantrum filled ones. I am so grateful for her, her baby sister (who we think has a name... hopefully it sticks!), and their sweet daddy. He's pretty dang cute himself.
Does anyone else have those days when you are completely overcome with gratitude and like an overwhelming love? The moments where you're like... oh my gosh... you're mine forever. How did I get so lucky? You are beautiful! The cutest thing I have ever seen. My whole world, my whole heart.
Lately I have been so sentimental. I don't know if it's pregnancy hormones or what, but man... I feel SO BLESSED. As our time as a family of three is coming to and end (WHAT.) I find myself worrying a little about Goldie. My first baby. The little angel that made me a mama. You guys I'm literally obsessed with her. I am by no means saying she's my favorite, but right now I am trying hard to imagine my full-to-the-brim heart, having room to love another like I love Goldie. BUT somehow it is!! Do mother's hearts' just grow... like seriously I don't get it because mine is about to explode over here.
I LOVE being a mom. It is the hardest thing I've ever done, but the most rewarding job in the world. Seeing goldie just grow into her sweet self is the greatest thing I've experienced in my life. I can't believe I get to do it again. And on top of it watch goldie become a big sister. Like wholly heart eyes right!? Goldie makes my day every day, even the sassy, toddler-tantrum filled ones. I am so grateful for her, her baby sister (who we think has a name... hopefully it sticks!), and their sweet daddy. He's pretty dang cute himself.
Oh the feels!!
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Goldie 18 Months
Weight: 22lbs 5oz. 46%
Height: 32.3 in. 68%
Head: 47.3 cm. 77%
Clothes: Size 4 diapers, 18-24/2T tops, 12-18/18-24 bottoms
Hair: Getting lighter, longer, and curlier by the day! We have a couple hairdos we do... pigtails, pigtail buns, half up top knot, ponytail, and on lazy days we wear it curly with a bow. So fun to do, and she loves getting her hair done.
Teeth: Got her molars.... making a grand total of 12 teeth! Six on top, six on bottom! We love her new cheesy grin!
New: Tried nursery for the first time last sunday, and she did awesome! She went right in and didn't look back. Every time I peeked in she was right in the mix just loving it!
I am amazed at how smart she is! Goldie catches on to things so quickly. If you ask her to say something she will try her hardest to copy you, but she mostly just speaks in her own little language with a few little words here and there. I am beginning to speak fluent toddler- which should totally count as bilingual haha! We try to say the alphabet at least once a day, and she will repeat the letters (it is so funny), then the other day we were counting and I was shocked when she knew what number came after one... "twooo" I was dying! I guess when I need her to listen I will count... so it's paying off in some sort of way :) She loves to read books, and sing when I rock-a-bye her, she tries to sing louder than me. Has an adventurous spirit and loves to swing and slide, go on rides, she is usually willing to try anything new. Something I need to learn! She is the perfect mix between girly and a tom-boy. She can dribble a soccer ball, and play catch and actually catch the ball most the time! Then she LOVES getting new clothes, and is constantly asking for "me" chapstick and lipgloss.
For my own records... I know this is probably only for the future me... but I have to remember somehow!
Words/Phrases:
Gidi (Goldie)
Mama
Dada
Papa
Nana
Aubee (AuBrey)
Talee (KarLei)
Ja-on (Jaxon)
Kaya (Kayla)
bebe (baby)
Ninnie (minnie)
Jezus (Jesus)
lello (yellow)
shoos (Shoes)
o's (toes)
nos (nose)
eyes
eeas (ears)
ha (hair)
nees (knee)
owee
Pedee (Pretty)
and (hand)
Ni (nice)
Hapee (happy)
hello
hi
bye-bye
ni-ni (night night)
E (eat)
Ma (more)
meez (please)
A-ya (all done!)
uh-oh
up
Beerees (berries)
cerkers (crackers)
fa fries (french fries)
ip (dip)
noonools (noodles)
eeez (cheese)
Ha (hot)
tooter (scooter)
Ca (car)
Cacter (tractor)
Ba-baball (basketball)
Boo (book)
Boon (baloon)
Tandal (candal)
pee pees
poo
ba (ball)
babas (bubbles)
Go!
tchee (tree)
Ca (car)
ing (swing)
Ba bebe (boom baby!)
Ahme! (amen)
Iloveoo (I love you)
oo da beest (you're the best)
Dats told! (that's cold)
Hep me (help me)
Other phrases she just puts together using her words... which she'll probably say a new one today! She is so chatty! I love how adventurous, sweet, independent, and loving she is. She loves kids, and making new friends, and waving at strangers.
Height: 32.3 in. 68%
Head: 47.3 cm. 77%
Clothes: Size 4 diapers, 18-24/2T tops, 12-18/18-24 bottoms
Hair: Getting lighter, longer, and curlier by the day! We have a couple hairdos we do... pigtails, pigtail buns, half up top knot, ponytail, and on lazy days we wear it curly with a bow. So fun to do, and she loves getting her hair done.
Teeth: Got her molars.... making a grand total of 12 teeth! Six on top, six on bottom! We love her new cheesy grin!
New: Tried nursery for the first time last sunday, and she did awesome! She went right in and didn't look back. Every time I peeked in she was right in the mix just loving it!
I am amazed at how smart she is! Goldie catches on to things so quickly. If you ask her to say something she will try her hardest to copy you, but she mostly just speaks in her own little language with a few little words here and there. I am beginning to speak fluent toddler- which should totally count as bilingual haha! We try to say the alphabet at least once a day, and she will repeat the letters (it is so funny), then the other day we were counting and I was shocked when she knew what number came after one... "twooo" I was dying! I guess when I need her to listen I will count... so it's paying off in some sort of way :) She loves to read books, and sing when I rock-a-bye her, she tries to sing louder than me. Has an adventurous spirit and loves to swing and slide, go on rides, she is usually willing to try anything new. Something I need to learn! She is the perfect mix between girly and a tom-boy. She can dribble a soccer ball, and play catch and actually catch the ball most the time! Then she LOVES getting new clothes, and is constantly asking for "me" chapstick and lipgloss.
For my own records... I know this is probably only for the future me... but I have to remember somehow!
Words/Phrases:
Gidi (Goldie)
Mama
Dada
Papa
Nana
Aubee (AuBrey)
Talee (KarLei)
Ja-on (Jaxon)
Kaya (Kayla)
bebe (baby)
Ninnie (minnie)
Jezus (Jesus)
lello (yellow)
shoos (Shoes)
o's (toes)
nos (nose)
eyes
eeas (ears)
ha (hair)
nees (knee)
owee
Pedee (Pretty)
and (hand)
Ni (nice)
Hapee (happy)
hello
hi
bye-bye
ni-ni (night night)
E (eat)
Ma (more)
meez (please)
A-ya (all done!)
uh-oh
up
Beerees (berries)
cerkers (crackers)
fa fries (french fries)
ip (dip)
noonools (noodles)
eeez (cheese)
Ha (hot)
tooter (scooter)
Ca (car)
Cacter (tractor)
Ba-baball (basketball)
Boo (book)
Boon (baloon)
Tandal (candal)
pee pees
poo
ba (ball)
babas (bubbles)
Go!
tchee (tree)
Ca (car)
ing (swing)
Ba bebe (boom baby!)
Ahme! (amen)
Iloveoo (I love you)
oo da beest (you're the best)
Dats told! (that's cold)
Hep me (help me)
Other phrases she just puts together using her words... which she'll probably say a new one today! She is so chatty! I love how adventurous, sweet, independent, and loving she is. She loves kids, and making new friends, and waving at strangers.
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| This little lady has no fear! She loves to try new things. |
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