Emma is 6wks old

It is hard to believe but our precious Emma is already 6 weeks old. She has changed so much already. She is holding her head up even better than before, she is starting to really smile, giggle and coo, her hair is getting longer and thicker, she loves to lay in her bath hammock and to soak in the warm water and throws a fit when we take her out because she wasn't through relaxing, and she has grown so much. I have found out that she will sit in her swing now and watch Zack and Cody on Disney. She even smiled at Lilly today when she kissed her. At her one month checkup she weighed 8pds 5 oz and was 21 and 1/2 inches long but we had to make a trip to the doctor last week and she was up to 8-12. We are having to start changing clothes out in her closet. Most of the newborn things are starting to get too short.  We have had to make a couple of visits to the doctor over the last 2 weeks. The doctor first thought Emma had reflux and then thought it was the stomach bug going around but it has turned out after a test that she is allergic to the formula. She is lactose intolerant to regular formula as well as soy. We are now having to use a special formula and so far it isn't sitting too well on her tummy either. I will be returning back to work the week of Jan. 5th. I am fortunate enough to only have to go back part time and will only be working 2 and 1/2 days a week. We are still searching for childcare for Emma but we are hoping to speak with a lady next week about keeping her. We are looking forward to Christmas. This will be our first Christmas as a family and we cannot wait to celebrate. We hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas and New Years and safe traveling. 

Happy LATE Thanksgiving

Hope everyone has had a great Thanksgiving weekend. Sorry it has been a while since our last post. We are still trying to get adjusted to parenthood. It is hard to believe that Emma is already 3 weeks old and has grown so much already. We had the pleasure of Bryan's parents being in town all week. It was nice to have them around to see the grandkids and help us get some things finished around the house. We were able to spend all of Thanksgiving day with Bryan's family at Katie and Dave's house in Nashville. We look forward to seeing Mark and Marty back at Christmas time. We will try our best to keep this updated but until the next blog, be safe and take care. 

EMMA AVERY HAS ARRIVED!

Emma was born on Friday, November 7th at 11:38 am. She weighed in at 7 pounds and 9 ounces. She was 19 and 3/4 inches long. Sorry for not giving anyone notice until she was actually born. My lab work came back Thursday night with me in pre-clampsia and the doctor put me in immediately. We were scheduled to be induced tomorrow but she couldn't risk it. They started the lowest dose of potosin Thursday night just to get my body somewhat adjusted and turned it up at 6 am Friday morning. At 8:15 the doctor broke my water and I went from 5 to 8 within an hour. A piece of advice for anyone who is thinking about having kids and wants an epidural, take the epidural before they break your water. I've learned my lesson for any future pregnancies. About 30-40 minutes after that it was time to start pushing. I am thankful that labor was very short. Bryan was wonderful. He stayed in there with me while they gave me the epidural. They made him sit in a chair in front of me so he couldn't see the needle. He even cut the cord. The look on his face will always be remembered the moment he saw his little girl. Oh and she already has him wrapped around her finger. I do want to thank my mom for being there. I don't know how things would have went if she hadn't been there to help. Our journey is just beginning into parenthood but we look so forward to it. Love to all and thanks for the wishes. 

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

We just wanted to wish everyone a safe and fun Halloween weekend. Bryan will be working the final regular season football game tonight and I am going to attempt to drive to my parents house so I can see my  nieces. There is still no little one. I seem to be stuck at a 4 and 80%. If she hasn't arrived by the time I see the Dr on Thursday, she will officially schedule an induction on Tuesday, Nov. 10th. We will let you know when we actually have her. I think she is being just a little stubborn and my aunt says she is going to be a typical woman, always running late and having attitude. Who knows. Have a great weekend. 

Emma may be here next week!

Well let's just say this week has been interesting. We made a trip to Williamson Medical Monday night but after monitoring me for a few hours they sent me home. I had an appt scheduled Tuesday morning with Dr. Bell and from the time we left Williamson late Monday night to Tuesday morning I had dilated another centimeter. They have been concerned with the swelling I've been having so they ran more tests. As of the appt Tuesday, she was hoping she could get me through to next week and possibly the week after. I had to go back today for an ultrasound so we could find out if the blood flow was ok and what little one is weighing in at. She has an estimated weight of 5pds and 3oz. Dr. Bell is pleased with this. She is still a little drama queen b/c she was sleeping with her hand on her forehead. The unfortunate news is that Dr. Bell called this evening and they found protein in the test that they ran and it is enough for me to be considered mild pre-clampsia. I am on bedrest now instead of just taking it easy. I go in Friday morning to get my blood pressure checked. If my bp is up and/or I've started having some of the symptoms we discussed one of the other doctors will  assess me and possibly put me in immediately. Dr. Bell is hoping I can make it through the weekend and see her first thing Tuesday morning. She will then assess me and do another round of test. More than likely Emma will be here at some point next week especially with me have the pre-clampsia. Dr. Bell is just hoping she doesn't have to perform and emergency c-section. Keep us in your prayers. 

The Nursery!

The nursery is pretty much complete. After 2 weeks of scurrying around we only lack getting pictures on the wall and the bookshelf cleaned off. Bryan did a wonderful job painting and helping get everything in place. Now we just need Emma to complete it. As you can see from the pics, she is a very loved little girl. A closet full of clothes already that is just newborn to 3 months. Everything else is still bagged up. Her bin full of shoes because let's face it, every girl needs matching shoes. One of the pics is of the spare bedroom where we had to unload all the presents and most of those showing were from our work shower. Going for now but hopefully we will have some exciting pics in the next couple of weeks. 

Pictures and surprises

Me and the cake
My cousin and I. We are 3 weeks apart. Look how much bigger I am compared to her and this is her 3rd child.

The sign in table. Everything was beautiful.

They had some of the neatest ideas and sayings around the room. I thought this was fitting being so close to Halloween.

They hand painted so many of the decorations and gifts.

These were just a few of the pics from my shower this past Sunday. Our work shower is tomorrow and they are so excited and being so secretive. I wanted to update everyone. I had some problems on Monday and had to see the nurse practioner to be monitored. She never could find or see anything but wanted me to follow up today with my doctor. Dr. Bell checked me and I have dialated to a 1 and the baby has dropped which explains why I haven't been feeling her move so much. I go back in the morning to get checked again. I have a feeling she will be here before Halloween. I'll keep you guys updated. Bryan and I will be scurrying around tonight to get some of the necessities finished. Have a great day.