Big Baby?!?!

We just had our appointment (almost 24 weeks). Everything looks great! The doctor was much happier with this appointment than last week (I would sure think so). He measured everything today - stomach, legs, kidneys, bladder, head, etc, etc. and he was very happy with it all. Yay! After all the measuring, he informed us that Baby Peanut is measuring in the 88th percentile, which equates to a 9 1/2 pound baby! Are you kidding me? Yikes! I'm just so shocked - Brad was 7 pounds and I was 3. Hmmm...this should be interesting! I expressed my concern of not wanting a c-section (phobia of surgery at St. Anthony). But, obviously, we may not have much of a choice because I really can't imagine delivering a 9 1/2 pound baby! Dr. Lo said he will be watching me very closely, but will not schedule a c-section just because it's measuring big. That's great, but I'm very apprehensive about having a c-section and being off work for 8 weeks. Obviously, I know I don't have much of a choice and that should be the least of my concerns, but if you know me, you know that's in the back of my mind! But, in all seriousness, I'm very happy everything is better than last week and the baby is looking good!

We are still struggling with a boy's name. We really don't have any possibilities. So, if you have suggestions, please feel free to comment or e-mail! "James" will be in the name. We have plenty of girl's names.

We worked more on the nursery this past weekend and are happy with how it is coming together. Now we just need to fill it with all the necessities...if only we were confident in knowing what all those are! So much to learn!

Thanks for reading and thanks for supporting us in the journey!! Love you all, Kari

Roller Coaster of Emotions

Dear all, I just wanted to give everyone a quick update on Baby Peanut. Without going into too much detail (you don't want me to...trust me), we had a "scare" yesterday and today. After a couple doctor's appointments, we think everything is under control and that Baby Peanut and I are both fine. At least, that is our hope! Pregnancy can do some crazy things to you and, with the increased emotions, it can be a roller coaster ride. Through everything, they also determined I am deficient on iron (anemic) so I have been put on some extra iron. So, I now take 5 pills a day! Hopefully that will go back down in the next week or two. But, if you could keep us in your prayers, I would sure appreciate it! I go back to the doctor on Tuesday and will have another ultrasound.

On a happy note, Brad surprised me with some baby stuff today!!! He found a "Northwest Bearcat" monkey (goes with our theme) and a little onesie!! I always said Peanut's first picture would be with a NW outfit on and now we have it!! :)


Baby Peanut sure is a "kicker!" That little thing just does not stop moving! Every single nurse and the doctor have commented on how active it is. I can't say I mind too much -- sure makes me feel better knowing it's a mover and shaker!

Love ya,
Kari

From Peanut

Hi friends and family, it's me - Peanut! Not much is going on with me these days, and Mom says that is ok with her! I am kicking her a lot! I even wake her up at night! Sorry, Mom, but I have too much growing to do to just be sitting around in here all the time! I think she likes it when I kick anyway! Dad still hasn't gotten to feel it. I am kind of stubborn like that - only kick when Dad isn't around or when everyone else is sleeping! Mom always said I'll be stubborn -- she's right!

Dad is gone this weekend to a fishing tournament! Mom was really sad at first, but she's ok now. Mom, Zeke, and I are just hanging out trying to officially get over Mom's cold. I think she's feeling better, but still coughing and achy. But, I keep trying to tell her that is better than not breathing! :) My brother Zeke is also kind of sick. He has been keeping Mom up at night. He has a breathing problem - sounds like he has a cold just like Mom. I hope he gets better soon because I can't wait to meet him!

Mom and I are going to Wal-Mart today to register for some stuff for me! See - our life is pretty boring right now! I get excited to go to Wal-Mart! She said she might even buy me some stuff! I think she loves me. Well, she tells me she does all the time! Lady - I got it! ;)

I hope all of my family and friends are doing good!! Thanks for reading about me! Love you,
Baby Peanut

Dr. Appt 3/2/10

We had our 20 week doctor appointment today (actually 19 weeks and 5 days, but who's counting besides me??). Anyway, it went well! We did not have an ultrasound. Brad and I were beginning to think we would have one every appointment, but we didn't today and won't the next time. The next one will be at 28 weeks. I'm fine with that since we had the one with Dr. Levine and they measured everything in great detail. The heartbeat today was 152. I am still measuring big. The report from the Dr. Levine visit said I'm measuring in the 72 percentile. If I continue that until 40 weeks, I will have a 8.5+ pound baby!! In case you forgot, I'm 5'2"! I will probably look like a hippo by June/July! I really hope I have some really understanding friends up here and they don't make too much fun of me! Holy toledo - I will be so huge. But, I'm fine with huge and healthy!! Someone may need to remind me of that a few months from now! Otherwise, the baby is lookin' good! I have been battling a heck of a cold since last Monday. And, I'm definitely used to taking some good meds when sick, but not now! I have been trying to sleep it away. It seems to be getting some better -- just hope that continues. Thank goodness for an understanding husband!!

Otherwise, we are still working away on the nursery and trying to figure out everything we need! Who knew we should just buy the entire Babies R Us store and call it good? Geesh! Peanut is already spoiled...just like its brother Zeke! Zeke has also had a cold lately -- his little nose is just a runnin'! So, him and I have been cuddling on the couch! That has been the only good thing about being sick - I get Zeke time!

Brad starts fishing next week!! Are you kidding? He'll be headed down to Table Rock Lake in Missouri next week for a tournament on Sunday. Hard to believe it's already that time of year, but he is bouncing off the walls with excitement. I'm actually excited for him, too - who wouldn't want to do something fun after this winter? And, I'm happy because he doesn't have the drama/craziness of being in the club he used to. He's just going to fish what he can this year - what a guy!! You might have to remind me of this in June/July, too!! I will go crazy if I go into labor and he isn't here!! We'll see!! But, good luck to him next week!!

Well, I better get something done!! Oh, and by the way, little Peanut is now kicking up a storm! I could actually feel the kicks on the outside of my stomach in the middle of the night!! Love it! And, love you all!! Take care! Kari

The nursery and big ole me!

In case you haven't seen it on facebook, here are a few pics of the nursery so far & me at 19 weeks...yikes!