Dear Baby Sonny,
I can't believe how much I love you already. It was love at first sight when I saw you on the ultrasound screen. It was music to my ears when I heard your heart beat. I've seen you on the ultrasound screen with the hiccups and sucking your thumb- you were super cute and even more lovable. I learned what it feels like when you move around, and now I love you even more. You kick and punch me, but instead of being unhappy when you wake me up, I love knowing that you are happy and healthy in my belly.
I love you always and unconditionally.
Love,
Mom
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Week 29
This week Baby Sonny is about 15 inches head to toe and weighs about 2.5 pounds. He is roughly the size of a butternut squash. Baby Sonny is busy depositing white fat under his skin. Before now he has mostly been storing brown fat, which is necessary for body temperature regulation. White fat (the kind of fat we have) serves as an energy source. There's not much more room for my belly to grow, so Baby Sonny might start to feel a little cramped in the near future.
This past week has been a lot of fun. I had a great time in Kiawah with Jeff, Hannah, Baby Girl T, Matt, and Suzanne. Every day I tried to do a mild form of physical activity. One day I went for a bike ride; this proved a little difficult because I felt that my tummy rammed into my chest and it was difficult to expand my diaphragm. I also did water aerobics, Zumba, and went for plenty of walks. And no vacation is complete without tons of over eating on delicious food!
On Christmas Eve I flew back to Hartford and both of my parents met me at the airport. We went home, had yummy steaks, and then opened all of our presents! Baby Sonny is not even here yet and he got spoiled. He got some clothes, a huge polar bear (our college mascot), and a super cute rocking horse. The horse even makes sounds like galloping and neighing. On Christmas we visited cousins in Massachusetts and yesterday was a much needed day of rest. Today was my first day at work in 10 days, boy is it hard returning to work after vacation!
The biggest downside of being back in Connecticut is that Jeff is still on vacation in South Carolina. I have Jack for company, but I'm lonely :( I'm happy that Jeff gets to enjoy spending more time with his family and a much needed break from school, but Baby Sonny and I can't wait until Jeff returns on Saturday.
This past week has been a lot of fun. I had a great time in Kiawah with Jeff, Hannah, Baby Girl T, Matt, and Suzanne. Every day I tried to do a mild form of physical activity. One day I went for a bike ride; this proved a little difficult because I felt that my tummy rammed into my chest and it was difficult to expand my diaphragm. I also did water aerobics, Zumba, and went for plenty of walks. And no vacation is complete without tons of over eating on delicious food!
On Christmas Eve I flew back to Hartford and both of my parents met me at the airport. We went home, had yummy steaks, and then opened all of our presents! Baby Sonny is not even here yet and he got spoiled. He got some clothes, a huge polar bear (our college mascot), and a super cute rocking horse. The horse even makes sounds like galloping and neighing. On Christmas we visited cousins in Massachusetts and yesterday was a much needed day of rest. Today was my first day at work in 10 days, boy is it hard returning to work after vacation!
The biggest downside of being back in Connecticut is that Jeff is still on vacation in South Carolina. I have Jack for company, but I'm lonely :( I'm happy that Jeff gets to enjoy spending more time with his family and a much needed break from school, but Baby Sonny and I can't wait until Jeff returns on Saturday.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Week 28 = 3rd Trimester!!!
This week marks the beginning of the third trimester with Baby Sonny. This week he is about 2.25 to 2.5 pounds and measures about 16 inches from head to toe. This week Baby Sonny has learned to blink and cough. He continues to practice breathing and sucking his thumb. Baby Sonny's brain shows different sleep cycles including rapid eye movement, the stage when dreaming occurs.
The most exciting news this week was the announcement of Kathryn Olivia Kroner!!! Emilie, Kevin, and big sister Abby welcomed their new baby on Decemeber 15th. Kate is 7 pounds 12 ounces and 21 inches long.
The most exciting news this week was the announcement of Kathryn Olivia Kroner!!! Emilie, Kevin, and big sister Abby welcomed their new baby on Decemeber 15th. Kate is 7 pounds 12 ounces and 21 inches long.
Jeff and I have been having a great time in Kiawah with Hannah, Matt, and Suzanne. So far we've enjoyed biking, walking, reading by the pool, and of course lots and lots of good eating.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Week 27
This week Baby Sonny is roughly 15 inches from head to toe and weighs just over 2 pounds. He is roughly the size of a cucumber. Baby Sonny is continuing to fill out by adding more fat. His immune system is also maturing and he continues to practice breathing. His auditory system is developing and the network of nerves to his ears is maturing. His taste buds are continuing to mature as well.
Last Friday I received a lot of compliments. I was told about a dozen times that I am a cute pregnant lady. It was a fantastic Friday. I loved it, thanks a bunch!
Friday also marked the end of Jeff's first semester of pharmacy school. On Saturday we went to an end of the semester party and we both had a lot of fun. It was nice to relax and get to know a few more of Jeff's friends from school. On Sunday I went shopping with my mom, something we both excel at :)
Tomorrow Jeff and I are checking out another daycare center. Then we have an OB appointment and I have my glucose challenge test. Suzanne is coming tomorrow night and then Jeff and Suzanne are off to Kiawah! I'm jealous but I will be joining them (and Matt, Hannah, and Baby Girl T) a few days later.
The past week or so I have felt really pregnant. When I sit in a chair my belly reaches my sternum and it's difficult to sit up for too long. It's also difficult for me to stand for long periods of time. When I bend over to pick something up (I'm clumsy) my belly gets in the way.
Friday, December 9, 2011
Congrats Jeff!
Congrats to Jeff for finishing his first semester of pharmacy school! Jeff did it in style too, he earned high honors on every exam. Only 7 more semesters to go, keep up the good work!
Now enjoy your 3 weeks off, you deserve it.
Now enjoy your 3 weeks off, you deserve it.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Week 26
Countdown to the arrival of Baby Sonny: 98 days! Pretty wild! He is about 9 inches from head to rump, 14 inches head to toe, and weighs about 1.75 pounds. He is roughly the size of an eggplant.
His eyes, which have been fused shut until now are beginning to open. Sadly my uterus doesn't have a great view of anything. The most exciting thing I read is that this week his brain-wave activity is increasing. At this point he can not only hear sounds but he is learning to respond to them! He will learn to recognize our voices and respond with an increased heart rate or increased activity. Isn't that amazing?!?
We've had lots to celebrate this week. On Thursday we celebrated Henry's birthday over a delicious dinner at Union League Cafe in New Haven. On Saturday Nana and PopPop celebrated 70 years of marriage! They are an inspiration to us all! And on Sunday we celebrated my father's birthday with take out, Rummy King (really fun thinking game), and Jeff rescuing my parent's laptop from a virus. He's such a gem.
My parents had an amazing surprise for Baby Sonny. A few years ago they bought several young Christmas trees and planted them in the woods. They plan to have my dad and Baby Sonny cut one down for Christmas each year when he is old enough. What an original idea and a great way to create lasting memories!
On Monday we looked at the day care center at SFH. The director is amazing but it's sad to think about practical issues so early before Baby Sonny is even here. We're going to tour a few more daycare centers next week and add our name to the wait list. Finding infant care is difficult.
Today I had some spare time at work, and asked one of the residents to ultrasound my belly. It's been 6 weeks since I've had a good peak at Baby Sonny. He looked pretty content, moving around, and kicking. At one point we even caught him with his hand by his face, on closer inspection we could see that he was sucking his thumb! He's already a cutie patootie in my book :)
Hope everyone else is doing well!
His eyes, which have been fused shut until now are beginning to open. Sadly my uterus doesn't have a great view of anything. The most exciting thing I read is that this week his brain-wave activity is increasing. At this point he can not only hear sounds but he is learning to respond to them! He will learn to recognize our voices and respond with an increased heart rate or increased activity. Isn't that amazing?!?
We've had lots to celebrate this week. On Thursday we celebrated Henry's birthday over a delicious dinner at Union League Cafe in New Haven. On Saturday Nana and PopPop celebrated 70 years of marriage! They are an inspiration to us all! And on Sunday we celebrated my father's birthday with take out, Rummy King (really fun thinking game), and Jeff rescuing my parent's laptop from a virus. He's such a gem.
My parents had an amazing surprise for Baby Sonny. A few years ago they bought several young Christmas trees and planted them in the woods. They plan to have my dad and Baby Sonny cut one down for Christmas each year when he is old enough. What an original idea and a great way to create lasting memories!
On Monday we looked at the day care center at SFH. The director is amazing but it's sad to think about practical issues so early before Baby Sonny is even here. We're going to tour a few more daycare centers next week and add our name to the wait list. Finding infant care is difficult.
Today I had some spare time at work, and asked one of the residents to ultrasound my belly. It's been 6 weeks since I've had a good peak at Baby Sonny. He looked pretty content, moving around, and kicking. At one point we even caught him with his hand by his face, on closer inspection we could see that he was sucking his thumb! He's already a cutie patootie in my book :)
Hope everyone else is doing well!
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