Keeping up with the Kaye's

Monday, July 18, 2011

27 Weeks

Pregnancy Highlights
How far along: 27 Weeks

Size of Baby: A little over a foot and a half long and weighs about 2lbs 6 oz.

Total Weight Loss/Gain: Gained a total of 20lbs.

Maternity Clothes: Everything.

Gender: It's a girl!

Movement: She is very active and constantly moving. She likes to stretch and kick my ribs.

What I miss: Laying on my stomach at night. Being able to bend with ease. Being able to paint my own toes.

Cravings: Anything spicy. My eating habits are pretty normal. I'm not constantly hungry.

Symptoms: Heartburn, frequent bathroom breaks, having a hard time getting comfortable at night.

Best Moment of the Week: I had another ultrasound at my doctor's appointment and was able to get another view of Peyton. This is also the last week of my second trimester.

I had my doctor's appointment last week. My glucose screening went well and I passed. The only negative was that I couldn't take my heartburn medicine that morning and I was very uncomfortable. I don't think I have ever been so happy to take my heartburn medicine as much as I did that day when I left my appointment.

I discussed my itching symptoms with my doctor and after examining me, he still believes it could be an allergy. He prescribed me six days worth of medicine to help and see if it brings any relief or cures my itching. I return next week for another appointment and I'm hoping by that point the itching will be gone. Still not sure what caused it, but if it goes away, that is all that matters. It was making me miserable.

As I mentioned earlier, I go again next week for another checkup. I now will be going every two weeks until I hit 34 weeks. I love going to the doctor each time, because I get to hear her heartbeat each time. I don't have a recent picture of the belly but I can assure you that my belly is growing and rather large.

Friday, July 15, 2011

Mason at 4 Years

Wednesday, I took Mason to the doctor for his four year checkup. It was like night and day from his three year checkup. He was so cooperative and such a good listener. The only concern I had was how he would do with his four year shots. It has been two years since he had a shot and I from what I remember, he wasn't very fond of them. It took three ladies to hold him down when he had to get blood work before his tonsil surgery.

We decided not to tell him about the shots until right before the doctor came in the room. I explained that now that he is four, he was a big boy and would get four shots. He said okay and sat patiently. I don't think he really understood what that meant. At the end of the appointment, the nurse came in and explained to him what she was going to do. I told him it would hurt but then it would go away and he would feel better. With the first shot, he just said "ouch" and then on the second shot the tears started. As soon as it was over, he asked me to wipe his tears and he stopped crying. I was surprised at how well he did. We didn't have to hold him down and he was a very good listener. I was even more elated when the nurse shared he was all caught up on his shots and wouldn't need any until his 11th birthday. As a reward, we went out for snow cones. They hit the spot on a very hot summer day.

Stats:
Weight: 38.5lbs (72%)
Height: 42.25 inches (88%)

At 4 years old...
* he plays well with his sister and doesn't mind sharing or "negotiating" his toys with Taylor.
* he sleeps through the night (huge difference from this time last year)
* he loves getting his haircut and doesn't put up a fight anymore.
* he loves to sit in his bed with books and "read" until we come in to read to him at night.
* he still isn't a fan of any vegetables, but loves all fruit.
* his favorite drink is still milk or water.
* he loves anything that has to deal with cars or trains.
* when he isn't playing with cars or trains, he is building skyscrapers, houses, or churches with his blocks.
* he has a very creative imagination.
* has an impecable memory!
* loves tracing and doing mazes out of his preschool workbook.
* is starting to write his letters and knows the difference between upper case and lower case.
* has a great sense of direction and can tell you how to get back to his house.
* is extremely flexible and can do the splits.
* loves the Golf channel and will watch it whenever it is on TV.
* loves all sports including golf, football, basketball, and baseball.

I'm sure there is so much more, but this is what comes to mind right now. So proud of my not so little four year old.
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Monday, July 11, 2011

26 Weeks

Pregnancy Highlights
How far along: 26 Weeks

Size of Baby: A little over a foot and a half long and weighs about 2 pounds.

Total Weight Loss/Gain: Gained a total of 19lbs.

Maternity Clothes: Everything.

Gender: It's a girl!

Movement: She is very active and constantly moving. She likes to stretch and kick my ribs.

What I miss: Laying on my stomach at night. Being able to bend with ease. Being able to paint my own toes.

Cravings: Anything spicy. My eating habits are pretty normal. I'm not constantly hungry.

Symptoms: Heartburn, frequent bathroom breaks, having a hard time getting comfortable at night. Itching that started two weeks ago.

Best Moment of the Week: We celebrated Mason's 4th birthday yesterday. He even made a comment that Peyton would be at his next birthday party.

Over the 4th of July weekend, my ears began itching. I just assumed it was some allergy. After the weekend passed, the itching started to spread and now my hold body itches constantly. I'm worried that I have Pupps. After two weeks, I've pretty much ruled out the possibility of it being an allergy. Thankfully, I have a doctor's appointment this Wednesday, so I will be sure to mention it to them. Honestly, this pregnancy has been smooth sailing until now. I don't know if I can handle another 14 weeks of itching like this. Hopefully they will be able to recommend something to help. I also have my glucose screening and another ultrasound scheduled during this appointment. Soon I will be going every two weeks.

My belly is huge. I am worried it's going to look like I have a watermelon in my belly by the time I deliver.

Sunday, July 10, 2011

Happy 4th Birthday Mason

Mason celebrated his 4th birthday today! I can't believe that it's already been four years. He has been counting down until his birthday since February, so he was estatic when it finally arrived. All of Adam's family came up this weekend to celebrate with us. The kids loved having a house full of family.

Mason opening up his gifts from Mimi & Granddad last weekend.

The boy is in heaven with his new T-Ball set.

Mason with Great Grandpa Kaye

Showing off with his Uncle Matt

Mason with Aunt Laura & Uncle Matt

Mason with Daddy & Uncle Matt

I believe he got everything he wanted this year for his birthday. He had blast playing with all of his toys.

After lunch, we went in the backyard for some water fun. Uncle David decided to lounge in the pool with the kids for a bit.

Daddy tired himself out on the slip n slide.

Mason loved the slip n slide

I have no idea what Adam and his brother were thinking, but it provided a ton of entertainment for all of us watching.

By the end of the night, the kids were so tired and decided to cuddle up next to Uncle Matt on the floor.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Family Portraits

Back in April, one of my good friends Summer of Summer Photography took our family portraits. It was a gorgeous day outside and thankfully the kids cooperated for the most part. She does amazing work and I highly recommend her to any of my DFW or Houston friends. Be sure to check out her website to see some of her fabulous work.