Tag Archives: Symptoms
My pink baby!
Today we had Madeleine’s transfusion at the infusion clinic. I was prepared for battle of the bored baby with tons of board books and tons of toys. Food. Snacks. Diapers. And on and on. I didn’t need half of it … Continue reading
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Hair and other news
I mentioned in a previous post that Madeleine’s hair had started to thin. Well, now it is falling out in clumps of many hairs at a time. When I got her dressed today and pulled the shirt over her head, … Continue reading
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Sick baby and Delancy review
Today we faced two major excitements, a sick baby girl and a new restaurant – as in: new to us. First we’ll tackle the sick baby. Yesterday Madeleine was strangely fussy and so very very sleepy. She was ready for … Continue reading
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When they warn you about swelling…
they really mean, SWELLING! This is post-op when my entire lower body was swollen almost beyond recognition. When I see people that I haven’t seen since just after the hospital they say “wow, you’ve lost so much weight already!” No, that’d … Continue reading
It’s a new day
Those pills from the doctor were amazing!! I managed to sleep through the night last night – with the exception of a few bathroom trips – and am much more rested today! And then I went back to bed for … Continue reading
Hospital Visit #1
Tonight I gave in and called the Family Maternity Center. These inconsistent contractions, the cramps whenever I try to lay down to sleep. It’s driving me nuts and when I called, they said to come in. So they took me … Continue reading
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Another labor update
So what’s happened since yesterday? Nothing. Not much sleep, thanks to the lovely cramping I get when I lay down. So annoying. And painful! Most of today I’ve been sitting on the couch or walking around when I can’t stand … Continue reading
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It’s gone!!! It’s gone!!!
Last night was rough. Cramps like you wouldn’t believe. I wasn’t sure if they were cramps or contractions. As I keep telling the doctor – I have no idea if I’ve had contractions because I don’t know what they’re supposed … Continue reading
Week 39 Update
Today is the start of week 39. Which means we’re 7 days away from my due date (6 if you consider today being over ) So what’s happening this week? Well, I’ve still got the carpel tunnel. Sadly, I’m pretty … Continue reading
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Babies, babies and more babies!
Welcome baby Ender! Born September 30th to Helen and Scott. This was the first couple (and coincidentally – they also are friends with Jo and her husband. We first met them at Aiden’s first birthday party!) from our birthing class to have … Continue reading
