Week 31!!!

The rate of physical growth slows down just a bit, but even though she doesn't get much longer, she will gain a lot of weight the rest of the pregnancy.

Fat continues accumulating. This layer of fat turns her skin from red to the rosy pink she will have as a newborn.

Calcium, phosphorus and iron are being stored and his bones are growing and hardening.

Your baby is 16.2 inches (41.1cm) long and weighs 3.3 pounds (1502gm)

His brain enters another period of rapid growth, producing hundreds of billions of new nerve cells! Amazing!

She may move to the rhythm of music. Studies with heart rates show that she also prefers some types of music to others -- already!

Lungs are the only major organ left to complete development. Remember, that while you may be anxious to meet your little one that these last few weeks can be vital - with each day increasing your baby's ability to breathe on her own.

Baby Bump 30 weeks

Week 30 check up

Today's appointment went well. I found out that I can have as many people in the delivery room as will fit (oh joy). I have gained 1LB and so that places me up to 167 for my total 30 week pregnant weight. I figured I would gain more at this point, but they say I'm healthy and baby's healthy so not to worry myself. My fundal height is right where it should be and after a minute or so of searching around for Tessa's heartbeat the doc clocked it at 133, which is good and means it's starting to slow down and get closer to a normal beating pattern since she's only 10 weeks away from saying hi to everyone ^_^.

They told me I'm going to need to be on antibiotics during the birth/labor because I had "strep" something in my urine... I have no idea what that means but they said it might have been I had a mild UTI or something and it's cleared up now. They said it's absolutely nothing to worry about though. They want to send me to a diabetic/dietary aid so that they can find out if i really have gestational diabetes or not. That's going to be a pain, but it'll be better than drinking the glucose and trying not to throw it up for 3 hours.

Our Birthing Plan

Our wishes for Childbirth for Adi Gyana Kadian
Due Date: Oct 1, 2011
Patient of / St. Lukes of Allentown

July 27, 2011


We are looking forward to sharing our birth experience with you. We have created this birth plan in order to outline some of our preferences for birth. We would appreciate you reviewing this plan, and would be happy to do so with you. We understand that there may be situations in which our choices may not be possible, but we hope that you will help us to move toward our goals as much as possible and to make this labor and birth a great experience. We do not want to replace the medical personnel, but instead want to be informed of any procedures in advance, and to be allowed the chance to give informed consent. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions or comments. Thank you!

Labor
I would like to have an enema upon admission to the hospital.
I expect that doctors and hospital staff will discuss all procedures with me before they are performed.
I would like to be free to walk, change positions and use the bathroom as needed or desired.
So I can stay as mobile as possible, I would prefer to have a heparin lock adminstered instead of an IV.
Please do not administer an IV or heparin lock unless there is a clear medical indication that such is necessary.
I would like a quiet, soothing environment during labor, with dim lights and minimal interruptions.
I would like to play my own music.
I wish to labor freely in the birthing tub or shower.
As long as our baby is doing well, I prefer that fetal heart tones be monitored intermittently with an external monitor or doppler, even if the membranes have ruptured.
Please allow me to vocalize as desired during labor and birth without comment or criticism.
Please do not permit observers such as interns, students or unnecessary staff into the room without my permission.
To preserve my privacy and dignity, I would prefer that everyone knock before entering.
Labor Augmentation/Induction
I would like to avoid induction unless it is medically necessary.
As long as our baby and I are healthy, I do not want to discuss induction prior to 42 weeks.
I would like to try alternative means of labor augmentation, like walking or nipple stimulation, before pitocin or artificial rupture of membranes is attempted.
Anesthesia/Pain Medication
If I ask for pain relief, please feel free to offer nonmedical choices for coping and/or remind me how close I am to the birth.
I would like to avoid all narcotics, if possible.
I prefer an epidural to narcotic pain medication.
I would like to receive an epidural only if asked for and for it to be put off as long as possible.
Cesarean Section Delivery
I feel very strongly that I would like to avoid a cesarean delivery
If a cesarean is necessary, I expect to be fully informed of all procedures and actively participate in decision-making.
I would like Nathan, my husband to be present during the surgery.
Please explain the surgery to me as it happens.
I would prefer general anesthesia in an emergency only.
If conditions permit, I would like to be the first to hold our baby after the delivery.
If possible, I would like to breastfeed our baby immediately after the birth.
If conditions permit, our baby should be given to Nathan, my husband immediately after the birth.
I would like our plans outlined here for after the birth to be followed as closely as possible.
If conditions do not permit myself to hold the baby immediately, please give the baby to Nathan, my husband.
Perineal Care
I prefer not to have an episiotomy unless it is medically indicated.
I would rather have an episiotomy than risk a tear.
Please administer local anesthesia when repairing any episiotomy or tear(s).
Delivery
Even if I am fully dilated, and assuming our baby is not in distress, I would like to wait until I feel the urge to push before beginning the pushing phase.
I prefer to push or not push according to my instincts and would prefer not to have guidance or coaching in this effort.
I would like to have a mirror available and adjusted so I can see our baby's head crowning.
I would like a soothing environment during the actual birth, with dim lights and quiet voices.
I would like Nathan, my husband to help catch our baby.
Immediately after the birth
Please place our baby on my stomach/chest immediately after delivery.
I would like to breastfeed our baby immediately.
Nathan, my husband would like the option to cut the cord.
Please remove my IV/Heparin lock/catheter as soon as possible after delivery.
Newborn Care
I would like to hold our baby through delivery of the placenta and any repair procedures.
Please evaluate and bathe our baby at my bedside.
If our baby must go to the nursery for evaluation or medical treatment, Nathan, my husband, or someone I designate, will accompany our baby at all times.
Postpartum Care
I would prefer not to be catheterized until I've had some private time to attempt urination on my own.
If available, I would prefer a private room.
I would like our baby to room-in with me during the day, but stay in the nursery at night.
I would like our baby in the nursery and brought to me on request and for breastfeeding.
I would like my Nathan, my husband to room-in with me.
Assuming I feel up to it and our baby is healthy, I would like to be released from the hospital as soon as possible following the birth.
I would like permission for access to my chart and our baby's chart.
Breastfeeding
I plan to breastfeed and want to nurse immediately following the birth.
Please do not give our baby supplements (including formula, glucose, or plain water) without my consent, unless there is an urgent medical necessity.
Unless I am unable to give my consent, please do not give our baby any supplements without first informing me of the reason(s) and seeking my consent.
I would like to know more about breastfeeding.
I would like to meet with the staff lactation consultant.
Additional notes
I would like to take still photographs during labor and the birth.

A Bad Scare

On Wednesday July 20, 2011 I started having Braxton Hicks Contractions around 1pm in the afternoon. I tried doing what I could walking around, taking a nice relaxing bath, doing some yoga, laying down, and nothing was working very well. Around 8:45pm they started getting painful and closer together, and after calling the OBGYN on call and monitoring myself after an hour the contractions were about 8 mins apart and we called an ambulance and headed to St. Lukes of Allentown.

I was checked in around 12am Thursday and they hooked me up to a fetal monitor, and were measuring my contractions. They said everything was healthy and appeared as it was supposed to be. They said the false labor was brought on by dehydration and stress and had promptly hooked me up to an IV and fed me 2 bags of Saline solution.

I had to call and reschedule my check up appointment from Thursday at 10:30 to this upcoming Thursday (July 28, 2011) at 9:15. I'll be able to give more updates then.

week 30!!!

Did you know your baby is nearly three pounds now?

His head is getting larger to accommodate a period of rapid brain growth. Don't forget to continue to "teach" your baby in the womb by exposing to music, literature, and simply talking to him.

A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds him. As he grows and fills your uterus, the amount of amniotic fluid will decrease. Funny, you certainly won't feel any lighter!

She spends more and more time practicing opening and closing eyelids.Her eyes can move from side to side, following a light source. She may even reach out to touch the light.

Early lanugo is beginning to disappearthat served to protect your baby's skin from the water in the womb. Your little one's own hair may begin to appear.

Toenails are entering their final growth stage.

Bone marrow is now in charge of red blood cell production. These red blood cells will continue to service your child's body by transporting oxygen and removing the wastes (carbon monoxide and other gases).

Your baby has the capability now to produce tears -- yes, within the womb.

By the end of this week, your baby is now 15.7 inches (39.9cm) long and weighs 2.91 pounds (1319gm).

week 29!!!

• Your baby's head is in proportion with body now. He appears more like a newborn each and every day!
• Fat continues to accumulate under the skin -- only now preparing for entering the *real world*.
• Your baby's brain can control primitive breathing and body temperatures.
• His eyes can move in their sockets. Soon he will be able to follow a blinking light.
• Your baby is increasingly sensitive to changesin light, sound, taste, and smell! Various studies show that your baby may indicate preferences (or disdain) for particular tastes or odors at this stage
• He is also moving from side to side, but probably still is head up. In the next few weeks, he will move to the head down birthing position. At times you may feel as if he is performing somersaults for a circus act!
• Her length is now approximately 15.2 inches (38.6cm) and weight is 2.54 pounds (1153gm)
  
  

Tesslyn's Baby Shower

Tesslyn's Baby Shower
To be held August 20th 2011
228 N. 14th Street Apt 9, Easton, PA 18042
from 1:30-6:30 PM

My registry is being held on Amazon.com and can be searched under Adi Kadian or Nathanial Yeakel

Week 28!!!!

Eyebrows and eyelashes are now very noticeable!

Hair on baby's head is growing longer. Some babies are born with almost none at all, while others appear to be ready for their first haircut!

Eyes are completely formed now. Quite a view from inside!

Your baby's body is getting plump and rounded. Most of that increase is muscle tissue and bone. Fat will be added during the third trimester.

Muscle tone is improving. Preparation for the Olympics feels like it is taking place in your womb!

Lungs are capable of breathing now (but baby would still struggle and require medical attention if born now)

Talk to your baby often, reading stories, singing songs and more. He or she can recognize your voice now and will often calm to it later on!

Your baby weighs in now at 2.2 pounds (1005gm) and is 14.8 inches (37.6cm).

Babies First Hiccups!

so im sitting here chatting and i feel these light fluttery feelings in my belly that are of a distinct pattern ^_^ Tess is having her first hiccups!!! It went on for about 2 minutes before she got frustrated and started kicking around like crazy!!! It was totally cute!!! 

week 27!!!

Your little one's brain continues its rapid growth. Don't forget to share music, conversation, and even books with your baby!

Response to sound grows more consistenttoward the end of the seventh month, when the network of nerves to the ear is complete. Your baby's hearing continues to develop, he or she may start to recognize your voice as well as your partner's.

Lungs continue to grow and prepare for functioning outside of the womb. Each day in the womb greatly increases survival rates!

He also continues to take small breaths and although he's only breathing in water and not air, it's still good practice for when he's born.

Eyelids are now open more. Your baby can distinguish between light and dark.

Retinas have formed.

Your baby will grow over an inch this week alone! You may suspect this phenomenal growth rate repeats in the preteen years!

Average size is now 14.4 inches (36.6cm) and 1.9 pound (875gm).