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Hi all ! This site is great , like myspace for preggers lol. Anyways I am working on my third baby here. I have a 14 year old son and an 8 year old daughter. My husband and I will have had a child (together believe it or not) in our teens , 20's and now 30's. It's round three and we are so looking forward to it.

Monday, 10 Dec

so I am still stumped for baby girl names that flow well with Skylar and Dylan......suggestions.....
also what do you guys think of Stella , Cheyann , or Ashlyn?

Friday , Jan. 4th

So I feel as if I'm in the full swing of pregnancy now. The heartburn is here , the swollen ankles , and all that weight gain. However my favorite part is here too.....feeling my little girl move around all over the place ! She seems to be shy though. She'll be rockin' and rollin' in there and as soon as I have my hubby or daughter try to feel...she stops ! Everytime ! She is so active and nobody but me seems to be experiencing it. Thats kind of frustrating. I have been feeling so overwhelmed lately because I won't be having my shower until Feb 10th and we have nothing for my little one. Not one thing. We haven't even started on the nursery yet. Luckily for me my daughter moved out of her old room and we redid a new more grown up room for her so the nursery is already painted pink and green. If I can find coordinating bedding she'll only need closet organizers put in , things on the wall , curtains , a changinf table , and crib as she will be using my daughters old furniture (dressar etc.) Still , I feel an urgency to get started. I'm going to register for the shower this weekend and am really looking forward to doing something "baby". Sometimes I just feel fat and not pregnant because the baby really hasn't been the focus here lately with so much other stuff going on. Guess thats just how it goes when your hubby has a new position/title at work , you have a teenager , and an overly social daughter as well as the college class I was taking and I do housecalls ( I'm a hairstylist) on the side. Anyways , I'm really starting to get excited for my new baby girl to arrive. I have dr app on the 10th and will be going every 2 weeks after that. I'm measuring right on target for my due date and have had 2 unltrasounds that both put me at March 14th. I'm going to be a crazy person and go with my daughter and her Girlscout troop to her 1st weekend camp in Malibu next weekend. It will be so tiring but a special memory for the 2 of us before baby. I've been batteling a cold that has left me even more tired than usual but that will pass. Unfortunately it's just a little more misery/discomfort to deal with. I'm not one of those people who loves being pregnant. I pretty much hate everything about it EXCEPT feeling her move and knowing that I am growing a beautiful child in there ....thats pretty amazing. Well , I felt the need to blog today so there it is. Happy Pregnancies to all..lol

Hubby's name picks :

Carly Rae

Cheyanne (maybe Elizabeth ? What goes w/ this one?)

Let me know what you guys think............

my prego brain just can't nail down a name. It was sooo much easier with the other 2.

So I'll be 33 weeks tomorrow and I can't believe how fast it's going by. Things have been moving along well lately. My husband bought me a glider without me even asking for it or seeing it first. It was so nice to see him take some interest on his own. We have stepped up "date night" knowing time is running out and he's been shopping online for the nursery furniture , which we finally ordered last week. I hope to get it this weekend. We went to Babies R Us together and he helped pick out a stroller and a mattress. I have been so happy about his interest level. Now that it's getting close he's really getting excited and int o it. My son who is 14 had a great experience wit the baby the other day as well. She was moving a lot so I had him touch my belly and she kicked. He thought it was crazy so I said do it again. She wasn't moving so he leaned in and sain "Baby" in a deep voice and she kicked his hand , so then he put both hands on my belly and said "baby, baby move.." and she jumped all around in there making my whole tummy bounce. He was so pleased with himself and said that the baby likes him ! I am so happy that my family is finally feeling her move ! It took forever. She would always go still before. Now when she hears their voices she moves all around. It's like she wants to play ! I was hugging my daughter this morning and she felt the baby kick on her tummy because we were pressed up close like that. She thought that was funny. This is the part of preganacy I enjoy most. When the belly is big and everyone can feel the baby moving ! I have been suffering way more aches and pains that my previous pregnancies which is a bummer but hey , at least I'm not throwing up like I did with those ! I get the numb hip , it hurts to roll over in bed , the round ligament pain , I had the pain under my right rib that prompted a dr visit and now the pain on my side/flank that prompted another dr visit , the heartburn , swollen hands, feet, ankles etc. (heck it's all swollen) and on top of that I fell pretty hard recently. Luckily all is well though and all in all I'm so much happier pregnant at this stage that I have been the whole rest of the time. I can't wait for the baby shower and to start decorating and putting away baby stuff. Now if only I weren't so tired.........................

Ashlyn

Carly

Shyann

Lily

These are the top contenders. Still welcoming input and comments on these names.......yes STILL undecided.

Well she is here...........

baby Ashlyn Rayne

born 3-14-08 8lbs 9oz 21 inches

She is a sweet baby. Not too fussy , very alert , smiling, loves being held........we are over the moon with her. Her big sister is a huge help and has so much love and patience with her , she has Dads heart and big brothers as well. Life was a pretty big adjustment the first 3 weeks but now we are pretty much settled in and enjoying every minute of it. Definately starting over for us but knowing she will be the last baby makes it a very special time. She loves being in her Bjorn carrier and we take walks every morning in it. She hates baths still though. Nights are for the most part pretty good , she eats and falls right back asleep. Its amazing to see my pregnant photos and now a pic of her and know thats who was in there all that time!

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marygn - Saturday, 17 May
hay there, how r u? hows the baby and the family? im hangin, justina went for her 2 month shota yestrdy, we all were crying( me her and my hubby,l.o.l) it was horrible!! is your baby on any kind of schedule yet? is there anything i can do os that u can suggest that i do to help that? i go back to wotk next week(only for a few days a week) but still im gonna ber miserable on the days i get NOOOOOO sleep!!!!!! i give her, her 11pm or 12am bottle and hope she sleeps a lit longer but she still stays awake usually for about 2 hrs, does that sound about right?, im still so new to this, well hope all is well, talk soon!!XOXOXOXO

dannie - Thursday, 15 May
okay, lets try this again. ...I can relate to what you are going through right now. Up until my little boy Ryland was 8 weeks old he slept like a rock. But as soon as he turned 2 months old I had the hardest time being able to put him down for naps. The moment his head hit the mattress he would wake up and he would want nothing to do with sleeping by himself. Putting him to bed at night was a breeze. He would fall asleep while having his last bottle for the night, be put down in his crib and remain asleep until morning. So why on earth was it such a challenge to put him down during the day!? I tried everything. Letting him cry it out, although after one attempt of that I felt just awful and knew that wasn't the way for me to go. I would walk him in his stroller til he fell asleep, but then as soon as I got home and stopped walking, he would wake. I tried using the swing to put him to sleep, going on drives, but nothing guaranteed that he would stay asleep. Finally I decided that instead of trying to fight it, I would just go with it. When Ryland started to show signs of being tired, I would swaddle him and walk him around the house til he fell asleep and make a couple of attempts at putting him down in his cradle. If after 2 times it didn't work, I would hold him and let him sleep on me. I figured that he needed his naps and if he had to nap on me then that was the way it was going to have to be. A baby that gets overtired is even more difficult to put down to sleep and I didn't want that. If I couldn't just sit on the couch with him and let him nap I would put him in the baby bjorn (he always fallas asleep in that) and go about doing what I could in the house that way. I thought that Ryland was just going through a phase and eventually he would grow out of it and learn to nap on his own. I continued to make attempts at putting him down each time he fell asleep in anticipation that one of these times he would get it and realize that he is suppose to nap alone. The odd thing about it was that my husband,mom and mother-in-law would have no problem putting him down to nap after he fell asleep in their arms. I guess babies know when their mommies are holding them versus someone else. But knowing this, I knew he was capable of doing it. Over the past few weeks he has gotten better at napping when I put him down. Tricks I use are: Swaddling him. Holding him for a good ten minutes after he has fallen asleep in my arms. Giving him a binki so that it distracts him when I place him in the crib. I keep the room dark. As soon as I place him down I hold his arms tight so that he can't kick and squirm around. At the same time, I take my fingers and gently brush them over his forehead down over his nose. I now only put him to sleep in his crib and have stopped using other places to sleep in the house. I thought that by using just one spot to sleep all the time would help reinforce the concept of sleeping...when in the crib, it is sleep time. I also roll up two blankets and put one on either side of him to make it feel as if he is up against my body. If he wakes up after being put down or after a few minutes, I will pick him up as soon as possible, before he wakes up completely, stay in the dark room, pop the binki back in his mouth and sway him back to sleep. Once I feel he is out, I will very gently, with my cheek against his and shushing, place him back down, making sure to keep his body still so that he can't fuss. I will hold my hands on top of his body for a few minutes and then quietly tip-toe out. Usually that will do the trick. Now I have to admit that there are still days that I have to let him sleep on me so that he can get a nap in. But every day I continue to make attempts at getting him to sleep by himself, using the above techniques I mentioned. Slowly, but surely, I am seeing progress and hopefully in a couple of more weeks it won't be an issue. Part of the problem, I feel, is that for the first several weeks, Ryland was constantly held; by me, my husband, friends, family and was never really put down even when asleep..we all enjoyed holding him too much. Slowly the novelty of being held wore off and there weren't as many people around as there was when he was first brought home. I am sure it is a huge shcok to a baby to be held all the time, even when sleeping and then suddenly have to learn to be content without anyone holding them. One thing I will tell you is to not stress yourself out over getting your little girl to sleep alone. Every day and at each nap make attempts at it and be as consistent as possible. If after several tries the only way she will sleep is on you, then let her; assuming your schedule allows you to :o) Also, see if you can have someone else put her down for a nap. If someone else can put her down with no problem, then you will know she is capable of it. I know there is lots to be done around the house, but before we know it our little ones will be big and will no longer want to be held. Embrace your little girl wanting to be close and held by you. I hope some of my tips help. Keep in touch and let me know how things go.

dannie - Thursday, 15 May
Hey! i just typed you out a long response, but some how deleted it....ugh! My son just got up from a nap, so I will have to re-type it later. In the meantime read the posts on my page from Debra and visit her page. She has great advice! I'll get back to you in a bit.

startingoverat37 - Thursday, 15 May
She finally cried herself to sleep on the couch. I woke her up and took her up to bed, got her in pjs and put her to bed...now the same with baby. Haha same old stuff different years of kiddos needing me tonight...Very strange doing the teen and baby thing in deed...

startingoverat37 - Thursday, 15 May
Thank you! I have had an interesting day so far. Of course wouldn't you know it my 16 yr old's boyfriend broke up with her and she is in absolute tears and I do not know how to make it better. I feel very helpless. Oh the joys of parenting.

HIBABY - Wednesday, 14 May
Shes so beautiful!!! congrats

cko1522 - Wednesday, 14 May
Sorry you are having napping issues. I don't really have any good advice accept keep trying to put her down. I would lay my son in the bassinet then lay next to him in our bed so he knew I was there, he would eventually fall to sleep. Doesn't work every time though. Good luck.

CrazyEights - Tuesday, 13 May
Your baby is just gorgeous!! Anyway, as far as napping....Do you still swaddle her at all? My little guy naps better when he's wrapped up a bit. He's kind of big to swaddle but he does like the feeling of being surrounded by the blankie. I also don't keep the house silent. I let him nap wherever we are. It keeps them used to noise and commotion so they will sleep anywhere. You could also try the car seat. Nathan crashes in his car seat the most. He's out like a light in that thing. I hope some of this helps:)

Allie08 - Tuesday, 13 May
Hi srm31. For naps, I've tried to get Phoebe into this habit: I feed her, then play with her or put her in her playpen or crib or swing with a toy within reach and maybe a mobile and some soft music. As soon as she yawns or gets fussy, it's nap time. I pick her up and walk around with her for a few minutes until she starts yawning more and getting sleepy-eyed. I keep talking to her and also saying "sh, sh, sh", as we walk into our bedroom ("shhhh" has kind of become our signal to her that it's nap time or bed time). I also gently pat her back in a heartbeat rhythm. Then I walk her into our bedroom and turn out the lights and close the blinds. I swaddle her quickly in a "kiddopotomus" swaddle blanket and pick her up again and continue "sh"ing. Soon she is almost asleep, and I carefully set her down in her bassinet. If she wakes and cries, I pick her up and wait and walk and "sh" until she is almost asleep again and put her down again. Sometimes I don't have to pick her up at all, other times it takes 2 or 3 times before she is out for a nap. I bet something like this would work for your little one, but it might take a few hard days of sticking with the new routine to get her into a new habit. Good luck however you choose to do it! Let me know how things go!

marygn - Sunday, 11 May
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!!!!!!!!

dolphinloves4 - Thursday, 8 May
The doctor agreed to spread them out a bit. He only got 2 this time around instead of the 4 that he would have gotten. It works out since with the normal schedule, babies don't get shots at their 9 month checkup, so Evan will just have to have them then instead. So it's not too bad. I feel much happier with my decision and I know what you mean...there is A LOT more negative talk about vaccines these days. It makes parents think more and worry.

Jo-Mama - Wednesday, 30 April
I love my sling. I wear my baby every day and I think it's when she is happiest. It's a Maya Wrap ring sling. It's not the easiest to use and it takes some getting used to, but it's so versatile. I can wear her in 5 different positions (at different ages). I love it, she loves it, and we're both happy. I have been wearing my baby from day one and I really think that it's the best thing for both of us.

mommyinthesky - Wednesday, 30 April
Hi, The website I found the "BabeSafe" mattress cover on was www.eves-best.com/babesafe-mattress-covers.htm, but then from there is a link to this article at www.prevent-sids.org/toxic-gas-theory.htm Another girl on here ordered the mattress cover too, but she hasn't received it yet. So I don't know if there is anything to all of this, but I figure it's worth a try. The smell of the bassinett mattress gets through the cover it already has.

newmommyelle - Wednesday, 30 April
hey girl...get a moby...(sling) i swear by it!! It's great up to 35 or 40 lbs and you can carry baby in so many ways!!

bellybumbles - Wednesday, 30 April
i agree, i just hate my mom putting her two sense in constantly! but she raised me right? I plan to continue holding reese as much as i can though! My mom also went behind my back and gave reese water w/ karo in it for no reason when we had her babysit bc she didn't think reese needed to eat yet, she of course thinks there should be a strict eating schedule. i think she just likes to disagree w/me. sorry to ramble! have a good night.

startingoverat37 - Wednesday, 30 April
Ok I am perplexed that you write you have a 14 yr old, 8 yr old and now new baby but under children there is the new baby and a 1 yr old. hmmmm....

Erin health wise doing fine now. Cough is gone thank God! Little stuffy nose but thats sorta the norm for infants. She is still Miss complainer/ crier, but I have a feeling that will be the way its going to be for the next couple months. I feel it will be better when she can entertain herself. Thanks for writing and asking how things are! I appreciate it! Have a wonderful evening!

leahsmom - Monday, 28 April
You'll lose the weight. It might take a little while though. I am trying to be patient. I started at 120, gained 50lb, had a 9.5lb baby and still weigh 140ish. I lost the first 30lb in 2 weeks and then not one pound in the past 4 weeks. I look at my old clothes and can't believe I ever fit into them! I just gave up and bought some new stuff. It is hard to get motivated to exercise and eat better when I barely have time to shower and haven't worn makeup but a couple of times since Leah's been born. It can get depressing. My six week appointment is this week and I know my hubby is looking forward to having sex again. I just don't really feel it right now. Ugghhhh.

startingoverat37 - Sunday, 27 April
Thanks for the encouragement. I had a long night with her trying to calm her down. Thats a new one for me as well as usally she goes to sleep really easy nursing. But she just kept turning from me and screaming. I finally got her asleep...not sure how but I did. Everytime she woke up it was the same so we just ended up staying in bed for 13 hours so I could get the sleep I needed. Ahh sleep. I know as she grows up she will be more fun its just hard for now. I have always had such happy babies in the past. Thanks again....

SARAHBABY3 - Sunday, 27 April
Hi- Aiden is on Similac Sensitive, and I thought his gas got alot better too- but we have had to switch him so many times, and it always seems like right at the bottom of a large can is when hell breaks loose... so you are left wondering to change or not to change. This time we have decided to stick it out with the Similac Sensitive for another large can. Please let me know if you end up changing, I would really like some advice if you find a solution or even find that it has gone away. Thanks!

NikyGyrl - Saturday, 26 April
Okay, so don't think I'm horrible, but in regards to leaving the baby.... I've left him with Dad & grandparents quite a bit. Papa has had 2 two hour visits, and Nana stole him for an afternoon when he was only 2 weeks old. ( I cried when she pulled out of the driveway... shhh. LOL)
Now, I will leave Wyatt with Daddy when I have to do some running around in the evening. And, even though he's called on the cell phone to ask a question or two, he managed. It's the only way they learn.
I understand your apprehensions though, and it's a tough feeling to hand over YOUR baby (because that's exactly how it feels to me). Just do it, and get yourself lost in something else, QUICK!
Good luck, hun!

chrissi10990 - Friday, 25 April
My daughter is also on the the similac sensitive as I am lactose intolerant and she was having trouble with the similac advanced. Well the sensitive worked fine for us for about 2 weeks and now she seems even gassier than b4, so I called our ped and he is suggesting we try the soy because sometimes if they are having a problem with the formula is doesnt show rite away.. Hope this helps!!

NikyGyrl - Friday, 25 April
Hey Girl!!! Thanks for the congrats! Oh, and yes the babies always look so cute when they're not screaming in your face for something, LOL!
How are things with your recovery? Mine was extremely slow at first, but my hubby was able to take 2 weeks off, and now it's a lot better. I'm just waiting for my 6 week appt. so the doc can tell me what exercise I can and cannot do.
Hope all is well with you and yours. Can't wait to see pics!!!

iamdesiree - Friday, 25 April
Don't feel bad I was a wreck the first time I left Addyson with her dad. I called every ten min. it seemed. But, you have to let him do it. You gotta remember he may make mistakes and not do everything right but how else will he learn? Besides he loves her he won't let anything bad happen to her so you at least know she will be okay. Maybe not happy as she is with mom cause we just have that touch. I know it is hard but go ahead and do it and enjoy the time with your other daughter. Just give him specific instruction. Men like to have everything in order. leave bottles diapers, ect. layed out and explain how you want it all done:) It is sooooooo hard but it will be good for him and the baby. I even let daddy take her on an outing to his work last week. WOW! Was that scarey. He did great though. I was supposed to be relaxing and getting some rest while they were out but got none:) When he got home he thanked me for letting him take her. It felt really good even though he didn't have to thank me. It is his daughter too afterall. Hope this helps and if you do let me know how it turned out!

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