No more waiting,our beautiful Miss Meghan Ann Rivers is here. After about 14 hours of labor and 40 mins of pushing she arrived. Born at 8:21pm on thursday Oct.27th at Southwest Washington Medical Center here in Vancouver. Weighing in at 7lbs an 19 inches long. We went into the hospital late weds night and got home early this afternoon.Boy, I was sure ready to get out of there.It is time to eat a pot roast made by my Grandma Dolly, so I will post more tomorrow. Have a great one, A very relieved and tired Jessica.
Saturday, October 29, 2005
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
Birthday's and Gas Prices
Happy Birthday to my little sister Emily. Happy first 3 months of life to our niece Mhari. 11 days left on the Meghan countdown.Another mid-wife appt. tomorrow morning. Unless I get lucky and go into labor.One can always hope.I haven't been having as much contractions or movement lately. So I want to find out what's going on in there. While I was driving Jason to work this morning, we couldn't help but notice the lowering gas prices. We saw 2.49 a gallon twice. Of course that is the lowest grade. Heck, the only grade we can afford these days. Another thing I am noticing is all the lovely leaves changing color. It's so pretty. By for now.
Monday, October 24, 2005
My new shall
Here Sydney is showing off her new shall. A birthday gift from the Rhiverson's.She likes it a lot. And won't leave home without wearing it or her jacket from Papa.Not much going on today.12 more days on the Meghan countdown. I am anxious to see if I have made anymore progress at wedsnesday mornings mid wife appointment. Still trying to be patient and leave it in God's hands. But it sure is hard. At least I know if she doesn't come on her own, I will get induced eventually. I am hoping the won't make me go all the way to 41 weeks. And would induce on my due date. I will ask at the appointment. Have a good week everyone.
Sunday, October 23, 2005
No Meghan yet
It's confusing because the ultrasound I had said I was 5 days farther along, with a due date of Nov.1st and not the 6th. But of course the doctors want to go with the other due date. So that leaves me at 38 weeks still. And 14 days to go. I wish things would hurry up. It is so frustrating. Syd is doing well.Jason's schedule has changed yet again.He now works 1pm-10pm on sunday and 10am-8pm monday-thursday.The nice thing is it should allow for a normal sleep schedule again. Which he really needs.It looks like Grandma and Grandpop Rivers should feel some of the effects of Hurricane Wilma. But should be okay.At least the winds have slowed down.The Av's got beat saturday by the Canucks. Bummer.Hope you all are well.We will continue to wait for Miss Meghan.
Thursday, October 20, 2005
Meghan update
Today was another check-up. The doctor said I am currently 2 cms. dilated and had a soft cervix. Baby is down in position for her arrival.At least all the contractions I have been having are doing something. The thought is it won't be too much longer before labor starts. I am hoping it will be before Monday. Sometime this weekend would be just fine.If not next wedsnesday is another mid-wife appointment. In fact she is moving as I write this. Grandma Dolly has her bag packed and gas tank filled to come up as soon as things start. It is about a 2 and 1/2 hour drive for her. It is assumed my labor should be about 4-5 hours this time. At least that is what the docs has told me.Grandma Dolly is going to stay with us a few days and help with Syd so I can get adjusted to my new little one, etc.Plus I don't want Syd in the room for the delivery. I feel it would be too traumatic for her.It appears Hurricane Wilma is headed for our family in Florida so please keep them all in your prayers. It's time for CSI, So good night all.
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Bottle Blues
I love the ponytails. Just ingore the mess in the background.;-)The house is actually cleaner now. I don't know if I am nesting or what.So Sydney had been getting milk in bottles, but everything else in sippy cups. Well, sinceshe has turned 2,we decided no more bottles. We are on day 3 of this crazy mission.I even bought some different cups that have a soft silicone spout and not the hard plastic kind. In hopes it would be more bottle like. So between not giving in to her crying spells(so far so good) and my frustration(wanting to cry)with the fact I feel I will be pregnant forever.When is labor going to start? That is the question.Life has been a little tense you could say around here. Not to mention that Jason has been working 10-12 hour days lately.I am so curious to see what Dr.Watt has to say tomorrow. I plan on asking him "How much longer to I have to wait to be induced?" We shall see. At least everyday is one day closer to the actual due date. I think 13 days left. This baby has to come out sometime.Oh, trying to be patient, not nearly as easy as it sounds.
Monday, October 17, 2005
No Meghan news yet
Everyday I wake up hoping this will the big day. I have been sleeping alot. Well, As good as I sleep these days.So I guess it is my body storing energy for the big debut. 16 days left on the due date countdown.The Av's aren't doing so hot right now. But the season is still young.They did lose a lot of their big name players. Happy to see the White Sox going to the Series. I mean it has been 45 years, since the last one.Happy Monday All!
Sunday, October 16, 2005
38 weeks today
Here is Syd showing off her new dress. A birthday gift from Grandpop and Grandma Rivers. Pretty huh? Yesterday we had our tour of the birthcenter.Wow!What a huge place.With 45 rooms. 32 of them include whirlpool tubs. Sweet.They are very big, with lots of room to move around. There were 2 baby's born while we were there. Ahh, the excitement.All my pre-registration paperwork is done.It was funny, our tour guide kept telling me to sit down. Like I was going to drop the baby out right there. I have been having lots, and lots of contractions.It's getting to be a regular evening event. So I hope we won't be waiting too much longer.I keep telling her to start at anytime.Syd has recovered nicely from her virus. And is back to her destructive self.So will see what the lastest news is on thursday's doctor's appt. Providing she doesn't come before that. I wish she would.;-)
Thursday, October 13, 2005
Sydney is 2 today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So today is Sydney's 2nd birthday. Although she doesn't feel as happy as she looks in that picture. She has been sick yesterday and today.Fighting a fever, throwing up,trouble sleeping at night, a lot of crying, etc. I had an ultrasound this morning. The tech said the baby is full term, with plenty of fluid, head down and looking good. The heartbeat is what it should be. And the machine gave us a due date of Nov.1st.Which is 5 days early then we had guessed. He said though you a never completely accurate.So she can come at anytime.It could be tomorrow or 3 weeks from now.I guess only time will tell.
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Ponytails Rock!
She actually has 2. But you can only see the 1 in this pic.But, I thought it was a great picture of her. The Av's won their game they yesterday. Sweet!26 days left on the Meghan countdown. I keep telling her she can come anyday after sunday.We'll see if she is listening.Or going to be stubborn like her sister and cousin. Had a midwife appointment this afternoon. All still seems okay in MeghanLand. I have an ultrasound thursday morning to see if she is head down for the delivery.And then the birthcenter tour saturday afternoon.The next doctor appointment on thursday. As long as things continue normally one of the midwives will deliever her and not a doc. Which is fine with me.Because they are there for support through out the labor and delivery process.And not just at baby time. Besides I just have this thing about a man delivering a baby. I am weird I know.And we can't forget Syd will be 2 on thursday.Wow. Where does the time go?
Monday, October 10, 2005
36 week belly shot
We just had to get a photo for the memories. So here I am. Feeling huge, but it's for a good reason. We can't wait to me our little one. Hopefully it won't be much more than a week.
Sunday, October 09, 2005
36 Weeks and counting
Well,today starts week 36!Only 7 more days until considered full term.Syd slept all night her bed again until 8 am. That makes 4 nights in a row. Awesome.She is fighting a bit of a cold.But it doesn't seem to bug her too much. Still can't believe she will be 2 on thursday.It has been raining alot here. But we kinda like it, because the temp has finally cooled down abit. It actually seems like fall now. We are happy hockey season has started we just wish we could see some of the Av's games. From what I have seen on the net, we won't be able to watch any until mid November. At least it won't be too far into the season.Other than that I am anxiously awaiting Tuesday afternoon, to see how the baby is doing.Bye all, And Go Av's!
Saturday, October 08, 2005
3 nights in a row!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Okay, It's the little things that count.But I am just so excited that Syd has slept all night in her own bed for 3 nights in a row. Knowing that another little girl is soon going to be sharing our bed/bedroom it makes me very happy. Especially since with my expanded belly the bed is very crowded with both Momma, Daddy and Syd already.It's time to make breakfast, so have a great weekend everyone.
Friday, October 07, 2005
Tinkerbell
Here is our girl showing off her new Tinkerbell comforter.A birthday present from Great Grandma Bev.It is so cute.She had another good night sleeping in her bed until 8 am again. Two nights in a row. Very exciting. Now to try and get her of milk bottles. And then of course comes potty training.Yeah!
Thursday, October 06, 2005
New Jacket
Here is Sydney showing of the new jacket and hat Papa gave her for her birthday.So cute!Last night she slept in her bed until 8 am. A huge feat.She is also working on her self feeding skills. And now gets her own little bowl of cereal in the morning.The Meghan due date is offically one month from today. Still hoping for a bit sooner then that though. I am so uncomfortable these days. I know it will get better eventually of course.
Wednesday, October 05, 2005
Family Fun
We had some of the family over for the weekend and had a great time. Sydney got a bunch of early birthday presents.And had a great time visiting with Grandma, Great Grandma and Papa. Sunday we had a lovely brunch in Portland and Monday was a girls shopping day.I found some great consignment and second hand stores. We also checked out Big Lots! for the first time. What a great store. I love finding good bargins.I am very anxious for next tuesdays doctors appoinment. I have the feeling we are getting close to Meghan time. So we should find out more next week. At least I am hoping so. I am supposedly having an ultrasound next week also. And I would think that would show something.I think the waiting is one of the hardest parts.Bye for now. Happy belated Birthday Grandpa Rivers!
Saturday, October 01, 2005
Howdy
Not much of excitement has happened this week. Although Meghan is making herself even more known with some contractions.Week 35 starts tomorrow. Very cool. I am getting very anxious. We are cleaning today.We will have our first overnight visitors tomorrow. My Mom and Grandma Bev are coming for a visit. So I am very excited about that as well. We will also get to see Craig for the day. I am sure Syd will get very excited when they show up. We also got started with WIC yesterday. They help with things like nutrition, breastfeeding support and food checks. So I am happy about that.I really, really want to make breastfeeding work this time, So I was happy to hear they have a support group for other first time breastfeeding moms. You can be sure I will be involved in that.It rained something terrible yesterday. But in a way it was rather peaceful. Sydney will be 2 in 12 days. So hard to believe.We are expecting Meghan not to long after that. I just have this gut feeling she will be here in October and not November. Her due date is Nov.6th. Although Sydney was a full 41 weeks.I will post again after we have our visitors. I am sure I will have pictures. Peace and love to all.
Sunday, September 25, 2005
Good Times
Well, today is the start of week 34.Only 42 days left until my due date. I am hoping for sooner then that though.Any time after 3 weeks would be just fine with me.We had a fun morning with Robin,Ken and Miss Mhari. They got to see the new digs. We had some time to chat and catch up. We then went to Elmer's for a tasty brunch. It was great to see our new niece in person. And of course Robin and Ken too. Tommorrow she will be 9 weeks old. So happy 9 week birthday Mhari.Next sunday my Mom and Grandma a coming to stay the night. So I am looking forward to seeing them.I am anxious to show them our place.As well as I am curious to see how Sydney will react since she hasn't seen them since we moved almost a month ago.Have a great week everyone.
Thursday, September 22, 2005
The Chopstick girl
Tonight was Teriyaki again. And our soon to be big sister loves trying to copy her daddy with chopsticks. She seems to do fairly well considering she is using only one instead of 2. Sunday we are having breakfast with the Rhiversons. We are excited to meet our new niece in person.As well as show off the new digs. Had a check-up yesterday. All seemed well with Meghan. Offically 45 days left until the duedate. But I wouldn't mind if she was a week or 2 early. Only 3 and a half weeks left until she can be born full-term. Just heard that my cousin Jackie got engaged. So Congrats go out it her and David. As well as Congrats to Robin and Ken on anniversary #2.Bye for now.
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
New shoes
Yesterday we went to the mall. We only saw a small portion of it, because it's hard for me to stand or walk very long right now. Here is Syd showing off her new shoes. As well as the dress sent to her from Grandma Sue. My appointment is this afternoon. So we shall see how it goes. I am a little anxious and nervous. Since it is a new clinic and all. I can't wait to hear how Meghan is doing. I will post more later.Bye all.
Saturday, September 17, 2005
A new feefee
Nothing brings a smile to big sister's face then a new feefee. We got a couple new fleece blankets in the mail the other day from Grandma Sue(along with some other great things). Syd's blankets are her favorite thing. She lovingly calls them "feefees".So here is a great picture of her happiness. A new feefee, a cup of juice and some Blue's Clue's on the t.v.And life is all good. We are under the 2 month mark on the Meghan countdown. YEAH!I get more excited every day.
Friday, September 16, 2005
Relief and Happy Birthday Papa
Wednesday Syd and I went to the playground. She seemed to have more fun with the gravel then the toys. Big suprise huh?Well,today I actually found a clinic that will take me(state run of course) with our insurance still pending. So next wednesday we are off to see Dr. Liem. I don't know if it's a male or female doc. But at this point I don't care. I am starting to get a bit anxious, because I am 2 weeks overdue for a prenatal check-up.But at least I have been pregnant before,and know what I should or shouldn't be feeling. So far things seem okay.At least I haven't had any problems with this pregnancy to worry about.So I am looking forward to wednesday. Jason has been working like crazy. Only 1 day off last week. And none this week.He is suppose to have next thursday off,but we will believe it when it actually happens. Poor guy has been struggling with his bread making a bit more than he and his bosses expected I think.I still can't believe Syd will be 2 in a month. We drove around the city last night.Saw more of the area than we had. It was fun. I am looking forward to checking out downtown, as well as Portland.I am used to Monroe,a nice size of 15,000 people. Vancouver is 140,000. So it is still a big adjustment. So far I like it though. We continue to find new places to eat. Last night I wouldn't settle for anything less than some teriyaki. Ah pregnancy cravings.;-)And we found a great little place near here. It was yummy and not very pricey. So that made our day. Plus I love supporting small Mom and Pop operations.This place was rather busy as well. So that was nice. I guess that's it. Still working on the bedrooms.It's hard for me to do much when Jason isn't here, beacause our girl loves getting into everything she shouldn't be in. And since this is a apartment they won't let us use the normal screw in childlocks, so we are modifing them with 3M adhesive. But it takes a bit more effort to do.As well as energy, which I don't much of these days. Hope everyone who reads this is doing well. And Happy Birthday PAPA!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sunday, September 11, 2005
32 weeks today
Only 5 more weeks to go until Meghan can be born considered full term. In 6 weeks Syd turns 2! It's hard to believe. I can still remember being pregnant with her.Although it wouldn't be a bad thing if she waited to make her debut until after Syd's birthday.Things are getting better around here. We even have pictures on the walls. A major accomplishment.The tough thing is my lack of energy.But Jason seems to understand.And isn't giving me a hard time about my daily naps or being the last one up in the morning. Well laundry is calling my name. Peace be with all of you. Jess
Friday, September 09, 2005
The first bath in her own bathroom
Here she easy in one of her favorite places.I think she takes after her Papa and Auntie Robin because she loves her baths.You may notice the red mark on her nose. She was playing on the futon and hit the wooden armrest. But as always it didn't stop her for long. Things are going pretty well. We are looking forward to get more organized tomorrow. It's Jason's only day off this week.It's hard try to get things done around the house as well as takeing care of Syd. She is all over these days. And loves to get in trouble.I will be 32 weeks on Sunday. Which I think is the 8 month mark.I was suppose to go see the doc this week.But ended up here in Vancouver instead. I hope to get the insurance stuff straigten out this coming week and can get into see and find an ob/gyn.I can still feel her moving and all that so we are not to worried yet.I can always go to the ER if the need arose. I just but Syd to bed. So It's time for some me time now. Jason and I found a movie to watch On Demand. Love that. No more going to Blockbuster. Sweet. Alright. Good Night all.
Monday, September 05, 2005
We are here!
Well, We are offically residents of Vancouver now. We moved in Saturday.There are still boxes everwhere. But, progress has been made.I hope to get pictures on here soon.I want it to look a bit better first. Bye for now.
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