Everly was born 2 weeks ago, it seems like it was just yesterday though. Probably because we’ve not slept the whole time huh? LOL. We are learning about this whole parenting thing and we are so in love with little Everly. Unfortunately, we’ve got a fussy uncomfortable baby that we can’t seem to calm. Everyone […]
Parenthood brings new perspective on bodily functions.
Before having a baby I never peed in front of N. Always made him leave the room when I needed to use the bathroom. I also never farted in front of him. Been fairly ladylike over the last 8 years with him. When I was on knees and elbows pushing out Everly and tearing wide […]
Just having a relaxing 4th of July here at home.
Just spending the day in bed today with Everly and N. This is our first day as just the three of us, all the family is done visiting now. Everly was up all night fussing so a lazy, napping day is just what we need. It’s a rainy 4th of July here. We’ll see if […]
Been home for almost a week now.
It’s been one week since we left The Farm and came home with baby Everly. My mom has been with us since before Everly was born (about two weeks) and N’s family just arrived in Evansville on Wednesday to visit and help out. Yesterday we took my mom to the Evansville airport for her flight […]
Our breastfeeding journey so far… A first time mom learns the ropes.
Immediately following birth Everly and I laid skin to skin for about 20 min. The skin to skin contact is said to improve breastfeeding outcome and facilitate bonding between mother and child. While we waited for the umbilical cord to stop pulsating and the placenta to deliver Everly and I just laid there in all […]
Everly is 1 week old today, last night was a doozie!
Everly has a “witching hour” It is from about midnight to 3am, interestingly enough that was the time of transition and trauma in her life. She was born at 1:16am remember? Anyway, there have only been like 3 nights over the course of the week where she’s been a handful during her witching hour… Last […]
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Everly is now 5 days old: A look back on the birth experience.
The last week has been a whirlwind! Everly Charlotte was born on June 23rd 2009 at 1:16am. She weighed 8lbs 12oz and was 21 inches long, her head measured 34 1/2 cm. She was way bigger than we expected her to be but as you’ll see by the photos she is darn good and healthy! […]
Green poop filled BumGenius = I
After reading Witchypoo’s recent post I’ve decided to steal her idea and share a little back and fourth email fun with you… What? I am ready to pop and feeling quite lazy in the blogging department these days! First some background. Witchypoo left me a comment on this post and then sent me a paypal […]
Live Vlog Broadcast Info: Everly's Homecoming
We’ll be doing an hour long live broadcast/ chat right here in this post to share Everly with everyone in real time (it can also be accessed here). The broadcast will start June 27th 2009 at 3pm CDST, Evansville, IN time. That is 1pm Arizona time. The broadcast will appear below once the live show […]
Baby Everly is 2 days old!
11:26:24 AM: She is crashed out on my lap right now and we are finally coming out of our daze. 11:30:11 AM: We are heading home tomorrow and all is going well. The stitches are killing me… 11:31:27 AM: and we are still trying to get the hang of breastfeeding. 11:33:03 AM: It all hasnt […]
Hotfessional interviews me… The 5 question blogger meme.
Way back in January I thought it would be fun to participate in another blog interview meme. This one was started over at: http://maggiesmind.blogspot.com and I got in on the action via Hotfessional’s post offering to interview some peeps. I knew it would be a good meme to save and schedule for posting while I […]
My water broke, baby is coming. A Twitter live blog
June 22nd 2009 7:45:15 AM: My water broke at 7:30 am! 39 weeks 5 days pregnant. Here we go! 9:40:53 AM: I’ll do my best to keep sharing labor updates. Woot! Baby time! 9:49:13 AM: http://twitpic.com/83ov0 – Just finished the lettering. 10:46:21 AM: Blogged: My water broke at 7:30 am! 39 weeks 5 days pregnant. […]
Counting our blessings: Slideshow and Linky Love!
I am honestly amazed at how blessed we are. I’ve got a slew of blogging buddies I want to give a “shout out” to because they rock. So many unexpected gestures from so many people have warmed our hearts. You know when you build relationships with people it is easy to forget how truly special […]
My Own Church
** A guest post courtesy of Teeni from The Vaguetarian Tea Room Disclaimer – this is NOT a religious post. My husband and I sometimes look through the real estate magazines when we are happily munching away on our vegan grinders at the local sub shop. Recently, I saw not just one, but two churches […]
Still not in labor.
6:16:46 PM: Well i am 39 weeks pregnant now and still waiting. All kinds of stuff is happening with us. 6:19:24 PM: My mom made it here and is going 100 miles a min, thinks that is good for getting labor started. N is finishing his work day 6:21:21 PM: He cant wait too get […]
The art of crotchsicles for home birthing.
Take your ingredients… Combine them and soak some pads! Soak the pads good! They will swell. Place them in a plastic bag. Freeze those babies good… …and after birth you will a nice soothing frozen pad for the vagina. Arnica is for soreness and bruising, witch hazel is an astringent that soothes irritated tissues and […]
Some awards to pass on and some linky love
Teeni awarded me the Honest Scrap Award sometime ago. The idea is that I am supposed to tell you ten honest things about me and then tag seven victims/ friends to do the same on their own blog. So, my 10 honest things are: 1. I have a very tiny tattoo that my little brother […]
Tuesday update from The Farm
2:03:36 PM: Went in to Columbia to meet the back up doc today. Still gaining weight. 2:20:27 PM: Pamela says we look to be on track for a short delivery. Not so short that N wont make here though. 2:24:59 PM: I am almost 100% effaced, baby’s station is about -1 and I am now […]
… and the waiting game begins.
7:08:21 PM: N just headed back home and I am here crying my eyes out. 7:09:56 PM: Pamela brought me some dinner from her garden. 7:12:41 PM: I am still holding at 1 cm and Taters head is way low. The wait really begins now! 7:50:09 PM: Blogged: … and the waiting game begins. http://tinyurl.com/mgpzyw
Headed to The Farm Midwifery Center: Will be meeting my new baby soon!
Most of you already know, today is the day I leave for The Farm to have my baby with a midwife. I’ve got wonderfully peaceful accommodations right next to the home of my trusted midwife there in The Farm community. I am 38 weeks and 3 days pregnant. Tater could arrive any day now and […]