Hello Everyone!!
I am writing this at 12:21 AM in the morning. My little girl is a big night owl, and we are hitting the sack at 4 am almost every night. I am not going to lie, we have had some rough nights. So I decided to start a night time ritual that allows us to kind of condition us to get ready for bed. So when I feed her at about 6 to 7 pm. I put her down and start setting the mood. Mood lighting, lullaby music (courtesy of Pandora), and the temperature in the room is just right. Then at 10 pm I feed her, and try to take a nap with her before her 1 or 2 am feeding.
I did take her to the pediatrician to make sure she was ok. Everything is good, but I was told that it loos like I have been over feeding her. The pediatrician thought I was formula feeding her. NOPE she is chuncky of breast milk lol. She is now....almost 12 pounds and is about 6 weeks old :-) So my baby likes to eat, who am I to unlatch her early lol Clearly the doctor hasn't seen Big Head. He was a big baby as well.
Good news!! Riva does sleep in her crib. Yay!! I great friend sent me a handmade baby pod and it helps to cover her at night. She does not like to be swaddled, so this is an awesome alternative. I have been cheating and sitting on my medicine ball to bounce her to sleep lol. I have to say standing up to rock her is not comfortable. I do sing to her everyday and we listen to music all the time. I am getting nervous about going back to work. The cost of daycare is no joke, and I have like NOT working lol, but I will be ready to see my normal paycheck again lol.
Here is a random experience. The car seat thingy that allows you to just click in the car seat is annoying. I'd rather buckle and unbuckle her in and out its so much faster. My sister-in-law also graduated culinary school, and I was able to use the moby wrap which was awesome for the small space and I didn't have to lug the stroller. I have considered purchasing a stroller frame, but I don't know if I want to cough up that kind of money. Decisions Decisions.
Now I don't know if its the baby throwing me off, but I have not purchased 1 Christmas gift. HELP AMAZON!!! wish me luck lol
I hope everyone has a great Holiday and New Year.
See you next year
Sabrina
Friday, December 20, 2013
Monday, December 2, 2013
My Little Jet Setter
Hello Everyone!!!
So while my little angel take a nap, I am going to tell you all about our trip to Orlando.
Going to Orlando was slightly easier because Big Head was there to carry the baby while I handled other items through customs. I also had my moby wrap and wore that the entire time at the airport, even on the plane. Riva was asleep the entire time in that thing. Probably one of the best things I have ever purchased (thanks Craig's List lol). I was able to grab my luggage and get her in the car seat just fine. I did decide to check the car seat and stroller at the ticker counter. But with all that being said, her feeding schedule was turned upside down and we were all out of whack, which made for a very difficult evening at my mother's house. By the second day, I was able to get her back on schedule. The funny thing is, I really think Riva knew we were not at home. She just could never get comfortable. For two nights she slept in her car seat. My mother also spoiled her by picking her up even when she was just a little fussy, something that does not happen at home. I don't pick her up that much. Because of the C-section, I can't comfortably hold her throughout the night.
On the way back from Orlando, I decided that I was going to check the car seat and stroller at the gate. BAD IDEA when you are by yourself. I did not know you actually had to put both through the conveyor belt. That was crazy. So picture me holding Riva, collapsing the stroller, putting both the stroller and car seat on the conveyor belt, taking off my shoes. Then grabbing all that stuff, WHILE STILL HOLDING A NEWBORN!!! OMG and no one helped. Some women that also had babies helped be, but that's because their significant other had their stuff lol. Its all a learning experience though. By the end of customs, me and Riva were both sweating lol. This time, I feed her at her normal feeding time, changed her diaper, burped her and she was great. Because my flight was low occupancy, I was able to bring the car seat on board at no additional charge, That was Amazing!! me and the baby got a really good nap. I even nursed her on the plane. There was no one near me so I was self conscious or anything.
Overall, It was a good trip and I am glad my baby got to meet my amazing mother!! I definitely can't wait to do another trip.
So while my little angel take a nap, I am going to tell you all about our trip to Orlando.
Going to Orlando was slightly easier because Big Head was there to carry the baby while I handled other items through customs. I also had my moby wrap and wore that the entire time at the airport, even on the plane. Riva was asleep the entire time in that thing. Probably one of the best things I have ever purchased (thanks Craig's List lol). I was able to grab my luggage and get her in the car seat just fine. I did decide to check the car seat and stroller at the ticker counter. But with all that being said, her feeding schedule was turned upside down and we were all out of whack, which made for a very difficult evening at my mother's house. By the second day, I was able to get her back on schedule. The funny thing is, I really think Riva knew we were not at home. She just could never get comfortable. For two nights she slept in her car seat. My mother also spoiled her by picking her up even when she was just a little fussy, something that does not happen at home. I don't pick her up that much. Because of the C-section, I can't comfortably hold her throughout the night.
On the way back from Orlando, I decided that I was going to check the car seat and stroller at the gate. BAD IDEA when you are by yourself. I did not know you actually had to put both through the conveyor belt. That was crazy. So picture me holding Riva, collapsing the stroller, putting both the stroller and car seat on the conveyor belt, taking off my shoes. Then grabbing all that stuff, WHILE STILL HOLDING A NEWBORN!!! OMG and no one helped. Some women that also had babies helped be, but that's because their significant other had their stuff lol. Its all a learning experience though. By the end of customs, me and Riva were both sweating lol. This time, I feed her at her normal feeding time, changed her diaper, burped her and she was great. Because my flight was low occupancy, I was able to bring the car seat on board at no additional charge, That was Amazing!! me and the baby got a really good nap. I even nursed her on the plane. There was no one near me so I was self conscious or anything.
Overall, It was a good trip and I am glad my baby got to meet my amazing mother!! I definitely can't wait to do another trip.
Friday, November 22, 2013
Happy Two Weeks!!
Hello Everyone!
So Riva is officially 2 weeks old! I can't believe I've been a mom for two weeks eek. I wish I could say I am getting the hang of it, but everyday seems to be a new experience lol. She used to eat every 3 hours, but now she wants to eat every 2 hours. Breastfeeding is definitely hard work, but I still like doing it. I have been able to pump often. I read somewhere that if you pump after nursing, then your body will make more milk. I have at least 2 days worth in my freezer :-) I am trying to get ready for her daycare days in January. Co-workers at my job gave me a gift card to Babies R Us, so I used some of the money to purchase milk storage bags and bottles. The hospital gave me some as well, but not enoungh for what I am pumping lol.
On Monday I will be going to Orlando to visit my mother. I am so excited for her to see and meet Riva. I know they are going to love each other instantly. I am a little nervous about traveling on a plan with a newborn, so ant suggestion will be greatly appreciated. I read a blog saying that you should breastfeed or bottle feed during taking off to help with ear pressure. Normally, Riva is pretty 'gansta' when it comes to shots and uncomfortable visits to the doctor, so I don't doubt she will be fine. She is a tough sleeper. The other day she slept thorough the blender crushing ice. pretty crazy lol.
I have so much stuff to get together to travel her clothes, my clothes, diapers, wipes blankets, and more and more and more stuff lol. Should I bring the stroller? More stuff I never had to think about before. I will be flying Southwest airlines, so I am hoping they allow people with small children on first lol never noticed if southwest allows that. I did read that I should get an aisle seat so that I can walk up and down during the flight.
Well that is all for now. See you soon!
Sabrina
So Riva is officially 2 weeks old! I can't believe I've been a mom for two weeks eek. I wish I could say I am getting the hang of it, but everyday seems to be a new experience lol. She used to eat every 3 hours, but now she wants to eat every 2 hours. Breastfeeding is definitely hard work, but I still like doing it. I have been able to pump often. I read somewhere that if you pump after nursing, then your body will make more milk. I have at least 2 days worth in my freezer :-) I am trying to get ready for her daycare days in January. Co-workers at my job gave me a gift card to Babies R Us, so I used some of the money to purchase milk storage bags and bottles. The hospital gave me some as well, but not enoungh for what I am pumping lol.
On Monday I will be going to Orlando to visit my mother. I am so excited for her to see and meet Riva. I know they are going to love each other instantly. I am a little nervous about traveling on a plan with a newborn, so ant suggestion will be greatly appreciated. I read a blog saying that you should breastfeed or bottle feed during taking off to help with ear pressure. Normally, Riva is pretty 'gansta' when it comes to shots and uncomfortable visits to the doctor, so I don't doubt she will be fine. She is a tough sleeper. The other day she slept thorough the blender crushing ice. pretty crazy lol.
I have so much stuff to get together to travel her clothes, my clothes, diapers, wipes blankets, and more and more and more stuff lol. Should I bring the stroller? More stuff I never had to think about before. I will be flying Southwest airlines, so I am hoping they allow people with small children on first lol never noticed if southwest allows that. I did read that I should get an aisle seat so that I can walk up and down during the flight.
Well that is all for now. See you soon!
Sabrina
Friday, November 15, 2013
She is finally here!!
Hello everyone!
As some of you may know, I gave gave birth to a beautiful baby girl on November 7, 2013 at 7:04 pm.
On Wednesday, I was feeling contractions about 10 minutes apart the whole day. When I decided to go to bed early. Around 2:00 am, I was awakened out of my sleep with some intense contractions that were about 5 to 7 minutes apart. That when I decided to time them. By 3:00 am, my contractions were 5 minutes apart and lasting about 90 seconds. That when I decided to go to the hospital.
Its a little after 4:00 am, and I packed up my car checked my listed and loaded the car seat. The drive to the hospital wasn't bad, but it did feel like I was catching every single red light on my way there. I entered the emergency entrance and was sent to triage in the maternity wing. After about an hour of observation, they said I was going to have my baby today and that it was time to move to my delivery room!! Yikes! I was scared and excited. That's when I decided to call my fiance, sister, mom and mother-in-law.
My water was broken about half way through labor, and that when labor got intense!! I mean like out of body intense. My fiance ended up showing up right at 10 centimeters and ready to push. After about 2 hours of pushing and no progress, my midwife and doctor said I had to have a C-section.
Oh I went HAM on them lol. There were a lot of tears. After handling labor that long, I felt defeated that I had to get a C-section. My doctor let try to go vaginal for another hour. Where We tried a bunch of different positions, but nothing worked :-( The anesthetist was called in and before you knew it I was getting wheeled into the operating room. I even had 2 nurses that stayed after their shift to be in the operating room. Big Head was also in the room. I don't remember all the details, all I remember is hearing her cay as soon as they pulled her out and seeing her face for the first time. They called out 7:04 pm. They handed her to Big Head and he went with her to the nursery as I was getting stitched together.
The doctors and nurses were amazed at how well I was doing and sent me home after 2 days. The baby passed all her test with flying colors. I know everyone wants to know her name and stats so here you go:
Riva Symiah
Born 7:04pm November 7, 2013
7 pounds 12 ounces
21 inches long
We are both now home and getting the hang of everything. She cries a lot and the first 2 nights were rough, but we are definitely getting into a routine that I can handle lol. Sometimes I find myself just watching her. I have made the decision to breastfeed and it was a little hard at first, but I am definitely enjoying that bounding time with her. I get to see my mom soon, and I can't wait for her to meet my daughter (OMG I have a daughter).
I hope to update you all on how motherhood is going so please stay tuned
See you soon,
Sabrina
As some of you may know, I gave gave birth to a beautiful baby girl on November 7, 2013 at 7:04 pm.
On Wednesday, I was feeling contractions about 10 minutes apart the whole day. When I decided to go to bed early. Around 2:00 am, I was awakened out of my sleep with some intense contractions that were about 5 to 7 minutes apart. That when I decided to time them. By 3:00 am, my contractions were 5 minutes apart and lasting about 90 seconds. That when I decided to go to the hospital.
Its a little after 4:00 am, and I packed up my car checked my listed and loaded the car seat. The drive to the hospital wasn't bad, but it did feel like I was catching every single red light on my way there. I entered the emergency entrance and was sent to triage in the maternity wing. After about an hour of observation, they said I was going to have my baby today and that it was time to move to my delivery room!! Yikes! I was scared and excited. That's when I decided to call my fiance, sister, mom and mother-in-law.
My water was broken about half way through labor, and that when labor got intense!! I mean like out of body intense. My fiance ended up showing up right at 10 centimeters and ready to push. After about 2 hours of pushing and no progress, my midwife and doctor said I had to have a C-section.
Oh I went HAM on them lol. There were a lot of tears. After handling labor that long, I felt defeated that I had to get a C-section. My doctor let try to go vaginal for another hour. Where We tried a bunch of different positions, but nothing worked :-( The anesthetist was called in and before you knew it I was getting wheeled into the operating room. I even had 2 nurses that stayed after their shift to be in the operating room. Big Head was also in the room. I don't remember all the details, all I remember is hearing her cay as soon as they pulled her out and seeing her face for the first time. They called out 7:04 pm. They handed her to Big Head and he went with her to the nursery as I was getting stitched together.
The doctors and nurses were amazed at how well I was doing and sent me home after 2 days. The baby passed all her test with flying colors. I know everyone wants to know her name and stats so here you go:
Riva Symiah
Born 7:04pm November 7, 2013
7 pounds 12 ounces
21 inches long
We are both now home and getting the hang of everything. She cries a lot and the first 2 nights were rough, but we are definitely getting into a routine that I can handle lol. Sometimes I find myself just watching her. I have made the decision to breastfeed and it was a little hard at first, but I am definitely enjoying that bounding time with her. I get to see my mom soon, and I can't wait for her to meet my daughter (OMG I have a daughter).
I hope to update you all on how motherhood is going so please stay tuned
See you soon,
Sabrina
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Don't Judge Me!!!
Hello everyone!!
Well with only 16 days left till my due date, I have been off the vegan wagon. My amazing mom came into town and made me Haitian style oatmeal. It has carnation milk and tons and tons of butter lol. It was sooo yummy!! I also took my mom to Cheesecake Factory. She had never been, so my fiance sent me some extra money to treat her. I had a salad, but we did share a pumpkin pecan cheesecake. Man it was amazing. I almost snapped at the waitress for trying to remove the plate with one more bite left on the plate. Doesn't she know don't mess with a pregnant women and her plate lol. I also went to Popeye's, because I had a craving for biscuits. OMG so freaking good lol.
I promise, I am going to get back on the wagon. It was a minor slip. Had a great week seeing my mom, brother and twin sis!! Those kids are crazy lol. My mom did get to come to my appointment. Still just 1 cm dilated. Ugh!! Sometimes I just want her here already lol. My sister even got to see my stomach move lol It was pretty creepy looking lol. I also got to teach my sis some baking skills lol. We got to make banana bread, sticky buns, and sugar cookies from scratch.
I have been feeling some contractions, but very dull ones. It kind of feels like a menstrual cramp that grows in intensity, but then goes away. With 16 days left, she can come at anytime. I had a friend say there is a full moon next week, so you never know.
I am getting really nervous now. My stomach is definitely getting in the way, and I am definitely feeling slower and tried. It is getting harder to get out of the bed too and I have to say sitting on the toilet is so comfortable lol. My mother-in-law let me borrow her medicine ball and I love that thing. I just watch TV and sit on it, do homework, and even talk on the phone lol.
Hope everyone has a good week. See you soon.
Sabrina
Well with only 16 days left till my due date, I have been off the vegan wagon. My amazing mom came into town and made me Haitian style oatmeal. It has carnation milk and tons and tons of butter lol. It was sooo yummy!! I also took my mom to Cheesecake Factory. She had never been, so my fiance sent me some extra money to treat her. I had a salad, but we did share a pumpkin pecan cheesecake. Man it was amazing. I almost snapped at the waitress for trying to remove the plate with one more bite left on the plate. Doesn't she know don't mess with a pregnant women and her plate lol. I also went to Popeye's, because I had a craving for biscuits. OMG so freaking good lol.
I promise, I am going to get back on the wagon. It was a minor slip. Had a great week seeing my mom, brother and twin sis!! Those kids are crazy lol. My mom did get to come to my appointment. Still just 1 cm dilated. Ugh!! Sometimes I just want her here already lol. My sister even got to see my stomach move lol It was pretty creepy looking lol. I also got to teach my sis some baking skills lol. We got to make banana bread, sticky buns, and sugar cookies from scratch.
I have been feeling some contractions, but very dull ones. It kind of feels like a menstrual cramp that grows in intensity, but then goes away. With 16 days left, she can come at anytime. I had a friend say there is a full moon next week, so you never know.
I am getting really nervous now. My stomach is definitely getting in the way, and I am definitely feeling slower and tried. It is getting harder to get out of the bed too and I have to say sitting on the toilet is so comfortable lol. My mother-in-law let me borrow her medicine ball and I love that thing. I just watch TV and sit on it, do homework, and even talk on the phone lol.
Hope everyone has a good week. See you soon.
Sabrina
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
3 weeks to go!!
Hello everyone!!
Well I made it to 37 weeks! I am officially OVER IT! My tail bone pain has been worse, rib pain, and using the bathroom like crazy. My doctor still says I am 1 cm dilated, and I was cleared to travel to my sister's wedding. I have been drinking a lot of tea and water. I think the only reason my feet haven't been swollen is because all the water I've been drinking. My older sis got me a water purifier for my faucet, so no more bottle water needed :-) Now I think it is important for babies to have regular tap water, so the purifier is really for me lol.
My mom is also in town, so its been nice hanging with her. She was able to go to my appointment and hear the baby's heart beat and meet my doctor. I normally go to those appointments by myself, so it was really nice. And I even had some Haitian style oatmeal made for me so that was definitely a plus.
I have been very irritable lately. Like people irritate me, full gas stations irritate me, and rude neighbors lol. But hey, I guess that is what come with it all. Baby doesn't move as much with so little space, but she always wants to remind me that she is in there once a day with a large stretch and sometimes a roll.
I am definitely getting really tired and experiencing some dry eye. But I guess if the baby is healthy, who cares what the other stuff is. I am so excited to see her and can't wait for my family to meet her.
3 WEEKS TO GO!!!
See you soon
Sabrina
Well I made it to 37 weeks! I am officially OVER IT! My tail bone pain has been worse, rib pain, and using the bathroom like crazy. My doctor still says I am 1 cm dilated, and I was cleared to travel to my sister's wedding. I have been drinking a lot of tea and water. I think the only reason my feet haven't been swollen is because all the water I've been drinking. My older sis got me a water purifier for my faucet, so no more bottle water needed :-) Now I think it is important for babies to have regular tap water, so the purifier is really for me lol.
My mom is also in town, so its been nice hanging with her. She was able to go to my appointment and hear the baby's heart beat and meet my doctor. I normally go to those appointments by myself, so it was really nice. And I even had some Haitian style oatmeal made for me so that was definitely a plus.
I have been very irritable lately. Like people irritate me, full gas stations irritate me, and rude neighbors lol. But hey, I guess that is what come with it all. Baby doesn't move as much with so little space, but she always wants to remind me that she is in there once a day with a large stretch and sometimes a roll.
I am definitely getting really tired and experiencing some dry eye. But I guess if the baby is healthy, who cares what the other stuff is. I am so excited to see her and can't wait for my family to meet her.
3 WEEKS TO GO!!!
See you soon
Sabrina
Thursday, October 24, 2013
28 days left!!
Hello everyone,
I am officially in the 9th month of my pregnancy. I had a visit with my midwife that went great. I had the take the Step B test. This test is invasive, and I should have the results on my next visit. I go to an appoint every week now. I also got a cervical exam. I found out I was 1 cm. lol don't worry that is nothing. My cervix is still pretty high and mucus plug is still intact. I am definitely getting anxious!!
I had some awesome gifts come in the mail like a bathtub, hand sanitizer, and a faucet water purifier :-) I am still trying to figure out where to store the bathtub lol, but for now its in the crib lol. Some good news is I was able to find some really cheap, but quality nursing bras at Burlington Coat Factory. A friend of mine also suggested nursing tank tops are a must have as well.
I have a new symptom, ugh. LEG CRAAMPS!! And I mean in the middle of the night. and man are they painful. I also still have lower back pain, tail bone pain, and I am extremely sleepy. I have also been extremely emotional lately. I feel really bad for my fiance, but he has been nice and just says quiet on the phone and lets me go crazy on him lol
Great news, is my mom will get to come to my next appointment. She will hear the baby's heartbeat for the first time. I don't know what it is, but no matter how crazy your mom is lol, its always nice to have her and experience my first born with her. I am a little sad I wasn't able to get an appointment when my sister came to town, but I will let her her the baby with my stethoscope.
My older sister is getting married next weekend as well. I was instructed my doctor and midwife that I will need to bring my hospital bag, prenatal history, and my birth plan if I intend to go. You aren't supposed to travel after 34 weeks, and I will make that decision as the days get closer. I was told that I could not drive for a long period of time, that I should be sitting down the whole time, and to stay relaxed. So that is what I am hoping to do. But, like I said anything can happen in a week. I am officially 36 weeks today, so technically next week my baby is full term. My midwife says that first babies either come a week early or a week late, so will will see what time she comes.
Hope everyone is having a good month. If you are not, cheer up its HALLOWEEN soon. :-)
See you soon,
Sabrina
I am officially in the 9th month of my pregnancy. I had a visit with my midwife that went great. I had the take the Step B test. This test is invasive, and I should have the results on my next visit. I go to an appoint every week now. I also got a cervical exam. I found out I was 1 cm. lol don't worry that is nothing. My cervix is still pretty high and mucus plug is still intact. I am definitely getting anxious!!I had some awesome gifts come in the mail like a bathtub, hand sanitizer, and a faucet water purifier :-) I am still trying to figure out where to store the bathtub lol, but for now its in the crib lol. Some good news is I was able to find some really cheap, but quality nursing bras at Burlington Coat Factory. A friend of mine also suggested nursing tank tops are a must have as well.
I have a new symptom, ugh. LEG CRAAMPS!! And I mean in the middle of the night. and man are they painful. I also still have lower back pain, tail bone pain, and I am extremely sleepy. I have also been extremely emotional lately. I feel really bad for my fiance, but he has been nice and just says quiet on the phone and lets me go crazy on him lol
Great news, is my mom will get to come to my next appointment. She will hear the baby's heartbeat for the first time. I don't know what it is, but no matter how crazy your mom is lol, its always nice to have her and experience my first born with her. I am a little sad I wasn't able to get an appointment when my sister came to town, but I will let her her the baby with my stethoscope.
My older sister is getting married next weekend as well. I was instructed my doctor and midwife that I will need to bring my hospital bag, prenatal history, and my birth plan if I intend to go. You aren't supposed to travel after 34 weeks, and I will make that decision as the days get closer. I was told that I could not drive for a long period of time, that I should be sitting down the whole time, and to stay relaxed. So that is what I am hoping to do. But, like I said anything can happen in a week. I am officially 36 weeks today, so technically next week my baby is full term. My midwife says that first babies either come a week early or a week late, so will will see what time she comes.
Hope everyone is having a good month. If you are not, cheer up its HALLOWEEN soon. :-)
See you soon,
Sabrina
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