At 7:30 this morning I called and got Elijah a Dr. appointment. I finally caved seeing as he slept very little the night prior and you could just hear the congestion. Well they saw us at 11:10 and it was a really tiny Korean lady. She was kind of hard to understand but she said it is just his first cold. Well that was one first I could have done without, but I guess it was coming. She said he was otherwise alright. Keep up with the Tylenol and to get a humidifier. Well I had one from last winter but I when I plugged it in it didn't work. I thought it was because I stored it outside in the storage closet. So I went to Target to buy him a new one. I got the same one because its only $14, and the others are $30. I got Elijah some baby vapor rub, Tylenol, Saline solution and sucker bulb. When I got home and read the instructions for the darn humidifier and you are supposed to add SALT! So low and behold the old one works too!! Oh well, I was thinking we could use 2 of them since we are in and out of the living room and bedroom all day. Plus the extra water in the air will help our dry skin and our colds as well. Kansas is so dry and uncomfortable.
He weighed in at 9 pounds 7 ounces and I am a little concerned about that, but we will bring that up at his regular Dr. He is still nursing and gets like 4oz of formula a day for the Iron. He gets the vitamins they gave to us but I like him to have the extra help. The Dr thought his cloth diapers were neat. I guess she hasn't seen that kind before because she was asking all about them. I think they are great, and Elijah seems to do well with them. Another bonus is that Bridget isn't the least bit interested in them. I looked under the bed today and saw that she has been taking disposables under the bed and shredding them up! That dumb dog is very trying sometimes! At least they were unused. Although when he was first born she loved the used ones too. She got the most recent ones out from under his bassinet. There are two storage containers and she gets the dry ones I keep for just in case situations and shreds them up! Annoying. So I emptied the boxes out so she can't get anything out.
The humidity has really helped Elijah out though, so that is great! Hopefully it keeps going alright.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Oh My
Well the baby is sick, The Daddy is sick, and the Mommy is sick. Nate brought it home to us, and he is about over it. Then Elijah got it, YUCK, and I got it. I sent Nate a text this morning and told him I wasn't sure I could do it on my own today so he talked to CSM Jones and came home after lunch. Thank God too because I passed out for like 4 hours in the afternoon. We all have stuffy noses and fevers.
We had my appointment on the 26th. That was annoying. I guess one of my stitches dissolved before I healed so I was still bleeding some, so Dr. Sessions put something on there the cut to seal it up. I have another biopsy coming up because they said that my Cervix looks like there may be more pre-cancer cells again. Not to thrilled about that, I can't help but feel like that just leads to another removal. Those are painful and I just don't have any interest in that. It is so annoying. Nate keeps saying just be positive maybe it is nothing. Oddly enough that is what he said last time. I told him that I was tempted to just not let them do anything because I am afraid of the pain, but I know I don't have a choice.
Oh I had a dental appointment the other day. Yea that sucked equally as much as my other appointments. I guess I have to get xrays next week then I have to see an oral surgeon. I guess my wisdom teeth are directly under my molars and the only way to get them out is to take them out the side. The worst part is that I have to pay allot of money for this because Tricare dental is crap. I don't know for sure how much yet, but I imagine it wont be cheap because they put you to sleep and do all 4. I wouldn't have it any other way though, I would never do it without being put to sleep. I want the 4 to come out at once because if I feel that once I will not do it again (See above paragraph). So anyone who wants to pay for that send me an email :) Just kidding...........sort of.
My visit with my Grandma Horn was amazing and her and Elijah had a blast together. Dropping her off was very sad but I will be home in July. Just keep telling myself that.
We had my appointment on the 26th. That was annoying. I guess one of my stitches dissolved before I healed so I was still bleeding some, so Dr. Sessions put something on there the cut to seal it up. I have another biopsy coming up because they said that my Cervix looks like there may be more pre-cancer cells again. Not to thrilled about that, I can't help but feel like that just leads to another removal. Those are painful and I just don't have any interest in that. It is so annoying. Nate keeps saying just be positive maybe it is nothing. Oddly enough that is what he said last time. I told him that I was tempted to just not let them do anything because I am afraid of the pain, but I know I don't have a choice.
Oh I had a dental appointment the other day. Yea that sucked equally as much as my other appointments. I guess I have to get xrays next week then I have to see an oral surgeon. I guess my wisdom teeth are directly under my molars and the only way to get them out is to take them out the side. The worst part is that I have to pay allot of money for this because Tricare dental is crap. I don't know for sure how much yet, but I imagine it wont be cheap because they put you to sleep and do all 4. I wouldn't have it any other way though, I would never do it without being put to sleep. I want the 4 to come out at once because if I feel that once I will not do it again (See above paragraph). So anyone who wants to pay for that send me an email :) Just kidding...........sort of.
My visit with my Grandma Horn was amazing and her and Elijah had a blast together. Dropping her off was very sad but I will be home in July. Just keep telling myself that.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Dear Army
It's been some time since I wrote in here. Anyone that's had an infant with colic might understand why. Anyhow I guess there are tons of things on my mind. I guess mostly about the "D" word.............. I am 100% panic stricken already. I just remember how quick it slapped us in the face last time. I know it seems insane to be worried already when its only February. I mean NTC is tentatively set for July, and deployment anytime from Oct.-November. I know I have time, and honestly I am not even sad for me right now. I mean I did it last time, it sucked, but I survived. It blows that Elijah is going to miss his Dad on his Birthday and so many other events. I swear if I hear one more person tell me "That's how it goes" or "You knew what you were getting in to" or anything of that nature, or tell me how they did it just fine I will loose my mind. It seems like anyone that you run into says something like that, and I am just plain over it. I don't ask to be worried or sad. I don't WANT to feel like there is an impending doom coming up, and the thought of that and being the physical equivalent of a single Mom almost makes me want to run away from the whole mess. I would love to talk to him about NTC of the next deployment and not feel like I might cry. I would love to make plans for that year and not think twice about about the fact that Nate will miss it. I feel like I can't vent to anyone about it because I get to hear about their last deployment and how they handled it, or how I'm being weak, or I knew what I was doing when I said "I do".
Anyway, Other than that my Grandma is coming to KS on the 27th. Elijah has an appointment on the 23rd. I have a few scattered in there as well.
My Mary Kay website is up and running from what I could tell. That was exciting to me to find out. So everyone can start ordering :)
Anyway, Other than that my Grandma is coming to KS on the 27th. Elijah has an appointment on the 23rd. I have a few scattered in there as well.
My Mary Kay website is up and running from what I could tell. That was exciting to me to find out. So everyone can start ordering :)
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Cloth Diapers
Elijah spent the whole day in cloth diapers today, and it was nice for both Mommy and him. We bought a type called "Gro Babies". There is a shell, and on the inside of the diaper are two snaps. They have these liners that also have snaps, so you snap them into the liner as you need. You only have to change the shell like every day to 3 days depending on how messy they get and what your baby does, the liner you change every time. They also have these things called "Boosters" that you can place on top of the liner (It dosen't snap though) to add extra absorbancy. You really only need those at night or when you know your baby might be in them for awhile. Normally I use them at night or like today when I went to my appointment. So I bought 5 shells, and a ton of boosters and liners. NICE. I like them so far. The liners have 3 size settings, so they grow with the baby. I think its a wise investment and will be great!!
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Elijah is doing so well! He is going to be 6 weeks old tomorrow! Isn't that crazy?! It feels like just yesterday. He rolls over, but really only when HE wants too and not a moment before. WE got his cloth diapers in the mail finally, he is so dainty though that it makes him look weird. His diapers are so bulky, He will grow into them I know, but right now he looks silly. Oh well, its going to be worth it in the end.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Updating
Wow I haven't written in a long long time. After that shock, this entry is bound to be long and probably cover a few different things.
Elijah is well, We took him to his 2 week appointment and they were going to attempt to circumsize him. They actually started the process, and Nate and I were in the room. They stopped almost immediately though (They did cut some of him though) and said they couldn't go any further. They were sending us the the Urologist on call at Junction Cities hospital. Apparently my son's urethra is not on the top but the side. This can cause problems later in life. So Around August Elijah is going to have to go in for Surgery. They cannot preform it prior to 6 months of age. I told them they needed to do it while Nathan was home though. So we go back on august 5th to do his pre-op appointment things. At his last appointment (Last Wed.) he was weighing in at 7 pounds even. Most other babies we know of are WAY bigger than him. Even the ones born after him. He is just a little guy I guess. He can still wear his NB clothing and it actually still looks gigantic on him. Also on last Wed. Nate was sitting on the bed before work with Elijah and I. I laid him down on the bed and he rolled over 2 times in a row. I can only assume he'd done it prior to that too because Nate had put Ruby in our bedroom before PT and woke us up. Being a sleepy Mommy I laid Elijah in out bed with hims regular pillow wall, I laid him on his back of course. He was on his tummy 5 minutes later. He hasn't done it too much since then though, I don't really know why, I guess he is just over it. He has done it a few times, but never when I have the camera or when I want him too.
I think he has colic, Well actually I don't but after 2 hours of Google this morning I guess I just wonder. For the past 2 days he will scream when any place but in my arms, and even then he must be upright. He is kind of okay with his swing if its in the upright position. He wants nothing to do with laying on his back. I can lay him on my chest sometimes, and that helps allot. Last night he screamed bloody murder from 8:30pm to 12:30am..... He only calmed down I am convinced because I took a warm bath with him and fed him. I think he wore himself out from crying. It didn't last long though, only about 2 hours, and then it was all over again. I am wondering if Gripe Water would do anything, its what google suggests. Mylacon isn't doing anything. He still is too young for Tylenol according to most articles and Tylenols website.
I am doing alright, and so is Nathan. I guess NTC is going to be around July so I will be in Ohio then. We originally thought it would be May/June but I guess the Army had other plans. It moved back though, which is odd. Around November they were saying April/May and its slowly moved back. No I am not thinking something stupid like he wont be deployed, I know he will, I just think the Army is doing the good ole' "Hurry up and Wait" thing. When he deploys I will be moving home. I know a few people are unhappy about this, and I know that they have their own opinions but for us I know we can save more money if I go home and I personally think if I can take that year home to make sure Elijah knows his family than I am going too. If I know we can save more money if I am home, then I will. There is nothing in Kansas for me when Nathan is gone anyway, The only reason I live in this state is because of him so if he isn't even here then why should I be here. I honeslty let it bother me at first that people didn't like the idea but Nate and I were talking about it the other day and I looked right at him and said "Well if she thinks it is stupid I am moving home then Elijah and I don't have to stop by and see her right?". The way I see it anymore is that I realize everyone does things differently. I know that what is right for one may not be right for others. Maybe staying in Kansas would be better for some people, but for me, in my personal situation it is not. I don't feel the need to comment on what others do in their marriage or situations, I sure do wish some wouldn't share their comments with me. I am going to do what Nathan and I figure is best for us. If you can't support us then I just feel sorry for you. Like I say though, I know there are plenty of those who don't agree with what we do. I just don't really care anymore.
We spent the day looking at cloth diapering systems, I think I finally picked the ones I want. We are going to do the Gro Baby brand. They are expensive, but they are one size fits all, they get the best reviews on amazon and obviously re-usable. Well worth it I think.
Time to go, Elijah is angry.
Elijah is well, We took him to his 2 week appointment and they were going to attempt to circumsize him. They actually started the process, and Nate and I were in the room. They stopped almost immediately though (They did cut some of him though) and said they couldn't go any further. They were sending us the the Urologist on call at Junction Cities hospital. Apparently my son's urethra is not on the top but the side. This can cause problems later in life. So Around August Elijah is going to have to go in for Surgery. They cannot preform it prior to 6 months of age. I told them they needed to do it while Nathan was home though. So we go back on august 5th to do his pre-op appointment things. At his last appointment (Last Wed.) he was weighing in at 7 pounds even. Most other babies we know of are WAY bigger than him. Even the ones born after him. He is just a little guy I guess. He can still wear his NB clothing and it actually still looks gigantic on him. Also on last Wed. Nate was sitting on the bed before work with Elijah and I. I laid him down on the bed and he rolled over 2 times in a row. I can only assume he'd done it prior to that too because Nate had put Ruby in our bedroom before PT and woke us up. Being a sleepy Mommy I laid Elijah in out bed with hims regular pillow wall, I laid him on his back of course. He was on his tummy 5 minutes later. He hasn't done it too much since then though, I don't really know why, I guess he is just over it. He has done it a few times, but never when I have the camera or when I want him too.
I think he has colic, Well actually I don't but after 2 hours of Google this morning I guess I just wonder. For the past 2 days he will scream when any place but in my arms, and even then he must be upright. He is kind of okay with his swing if its in the upright position. He wants nothing to do with laying on his back. I can lay him on my chest sometimes, and that helps allot. Last night he screamed bloody murder from 8:30pm to 12:30am..... He only calmed down I am convinced because I took a warm bath with him and fed him. I think he wore himself out from crying. It didn't last long though, only about 2 hours, and then it was all over again. I am wondering if Gripe Water would do anything, its what google suggests. Mylacon isn't doing anything. He still is too young for Tylenol according to most articles and Tylenols website.
I am doing alright, and so is Nathan. I guess NTC is going to be around July so I will be in Ohio then. We originally thought it would be May/June but I guess the Army had other plans. It moved back though, which is odd. Around November they were saying April/May and its slowly moved back. No I am not thinking something stupid like he wont be deployed, I know he will, I just think the Army is doing the good ole' "Hurry up and Wait" thing. When he deploys I will be moving home. I know a few people are unhappy about this, and I know that they have their own opinions but for us I know we can save more money if I go home and I personally think if I can take that year home to make sure Elijah knows his family than I am going too. If I know we can save more money if I am home, then I will. There is nothing in Kansas for me when Nathan is gone anyway, The only reason I live in this state is because of him so if he isn't even here then why should I be here. I honeslty let it bother me at first that people didn't like the idea but Nate and I were talking about it the other day and I looked right at him and said "Well if she thinks it is stupid I am moving home then Elijah and I don't have to stop by and see her right?". The way I see it anymore is that I realize everyone does things differently. I know that what is right for one may not be right for others. Maybe staying in Kansas would be better for some people, but for me, in my personal situation it is not. I don't feel the need to comment on what others do in their marriage or situations, I sure do wish some wouldn't share their comments with me. I am going to do what Nathan and I figure is best for us. If you can't support us then I just feel sorry for you. Like I say though, I know there are plenty of those who don't agree with what we do. I just don't really care anymore.
We spent the day looking at cloth diapering systems, I think I finally picked the ones I want. We are going to do the Gro Baby brand. They are expensive, but they are one size fits all, they get the best reviews on amazon and obviously re-usable. Well worth it I think.
Time to go, Elijah is angry.
Monday, January 4, 2010
He made his apperance :)
Well if you don't know by now, and I doubt that as Nate shouted it from roof tops, Our son was born on December 23rd. Ironically this date is honestly really ironic to us. December 22nd is our wedding anniversary, and December 23rd is my Grandparents wedding anniversary. Elijah was born on my Grandparents 53rd anniversary! How cute.
So labor wasn't pleasant, and I am in no big rush to do that one again. I had contractions for a few days prior but they weren't strong enough or close enough together to get admitted. Finally at 3am on the 23rd I woke up Nate and said "I can't take it, lets go".... I informed him on the way that I definitely had no intention of having a natural delivery because these things sucked, LOL. They made me walk around and lay on monitors in Triage until about 6am. They kept saying they might send me home, even though the contractions were 5 min apart and I was 4cm. My Dr. came in at 7am though and admitted me, Thank you Lord for epidurals. I am so serious right now. The next 10 hours were a mix of annoying and weird. My blood pressure was high, and so they kept flipping out about that. Then a little later they were concerned about Elijah because I would contract hard and his heart rate would drop. They said it was because the contractions were too close together. So they gave me a drug to slow them down. Then they broke my water, and then they were concerned again about the heart rate dropping. This time it wasn't because of contractions it was just dropping. Later they decided he was safe and fine, so they started Pictosin. At about 6pm my Epidural stopped working all together, so they came and redid it. Then at like 9:30pm they determined I should start pushing, but they took their time starting that. I pushed for about an hour, and then they realized that Elijah was face up, rather than down. So the whole time I was pushing I was basically pushing him into my pelvic bone and not moving him much. So my Dr. (Who hate Cesareans by the way) told me we could use clamp and get him born. So we opted to do that.
At 10:41pm my son was born, and he is perfect. He weighed 5 pounds 13 ounces. He was 20 inches long. What a great baby :)
He was born with a fever, but it went away pretty quick. Unfortunately because he did have the fever they had to do IV anti-biotics for 48 hours. I had a fever too, so I had to have the anti-biotics as well. We both got some rest and food and we were better. We did have to spend Christmas in the hospital though. As long as my family was together I didn't care.
So there ya go, My son was born!!
So labor wasn't pleasant, and I am in no big rush to do that one again. I had contractions for a few days prior but they weren't strong enough or close enough together to get admitted. Finally at 3am on the 23rd I woke up Nate and said "I can't take it, lets go".... I informed him on the way that I definitely had no intention of having a natural delivery because these things sucked, LOL. They made me walk around and lay on monitors in Triage until about 6am. They kept saying they might send me home, even though the contractions were 5 min apart and I was 4cm. My Dr. came in at 7am though and admitted me, Thank you Lord for epidurals. I am so serious right now. The next 10 hours were a mix of annoying and weird. My blood pressure was high, and so they kept flipping out about that. Then a little later they were concerned about Elijah because I would contract hard and his heart rate would drop. They said it was because the contractions were too close together. So they gave me a drug to slow them down. Then they broke my water, and then they were concerned again about the heart rate dropping. This time it wasn't because of contractions it was just dropping. Later they decided he was safe and fine, so they started Pictosin. At about 6pm my Epidural stopped working all together, so they came and redid it. Then at like 9:30pm they determined I should start pushing, but they took their time starting that. I pushed for about an hour, and then they realized that Elijah was face up, rather than down. So the whole time I was pushing I was basically pushing him into my pelvic bone and not moving him much. So my Dr. (Who hate Cesareans by the way) told me we could use clamp and get him born. So we opted to do that.
At 10:41pm my son was born, and he is perfect. He weighed 5 pounds 13 ounces. He was 20 inches long. What a great baby :)
He was born with a fever, but it went away pretty quick. Unfortunately because he did have the fever they had to do IV anti-biotics for 48 hours. I had a fever too, so I had to have the anti-biotics as well. We both got some rest and food and we were better. We did have to spend Christmas in the hospital though. As long as my family was together I didn't care.
So there ya go, My son was born!!
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