Busy Busy Busy

While Carson is napping, I have little time to post more pics and give an update. Things have been going well. Carson's last feeding is usually around 11:30-12 and he sleeps until about 4am. So we've been getting some sleep at night. Being up that late was never really that late for me and I could be up just fine. Now I'm exhausted at that time and it's hard being up. This past week my mom and Abuelita stayed with us to help us with Carson. She has been a BIG help! Today they left and now Travis and I are on our own. So far today has been going pretty good. Getting through the night is going to be tough though since my mom helped out a lot. Carson had his check-up on Tuesday and his pediatrician said he looks great. He gained 4 oz. and I'm sure he's gained more since his check-up. He has another appt. next Tuesday. Here are a few more pictures to share.

Carson with his Lita.

Carson caught yawning...he's so cute!

Interaction time with mommy on the couch.

Carson smiling while napping.

When awake he is very aware and concentrates on things around him.

It was actually cold in Arizona for a few days. We bundled him up to go out. His coat is too big for him, but he doesn't seem to mind.

Here is a Carson Palmer jersey Grandma Darleen bought Carson. Daddy is very proud!

Finally...pictures

Here are a few pictures for now of Carson. Delivery was LONG! We're home and trying to figure out what we're doing. Carson was born Wednesday, Feb. 4th @ 4:37am. He weighed 7lbs and 12oz. He measured 20 inches long. Things have been crazy here so here is what we have for now.

Our newest family member.

Carson with daddy.

Carson with mommy.

Our little angel

Carson trying out one of his toys.

Hospital

Travis and I are on our way to the hospital. Carson is on his way...say a prayer for us!

37 week appointment

Update on what is going on:

NOTHING! Yup, that's right...Carson is comfy where he is I guess and nothing is going on down there except for he is low. I was hoping for something since yesterday I started getting lower back pain with tightening of the stomach and it was happening every so often. I'm officially off of work now. I went all day on Monday, but it was just too much for me. So I decided to take off a week earlier than planned. My doctor said that since I've been having high blood pressure that if nothing happens at 39 weeks, they might just go ahead and induce me. So I'm hoping he comes naturally without them having to do that. But I know a lot of you have been wondering about us and if any signs of labor was happening; unfortunately nothing is happening. Travis and I are really anxious though and we're trying to be patient.

An Abundance of Love

I just feel so loved and grateful for family and friends. We have been blessed with many gifts from our church family. Even after our baby shower we've been still receiving gifts. Today my school family gave me a baby shower and once again, I'm feeling blessed. Even though we all have just known each other since July, they have been wonderful to me. They are a great school family to have. They show they care by asking how I'm doing on a daily basis and offer help and assistance. So I just wanted to say THANK YOU to all my family and friends for all that you do for Travis and I!

36 weeks and counting

Today I had my doctor's appointment and all was well. My blood pressure was good (thank goodness) so I didn't have to go to triage! I asked about going back to work since I was on bed rest for a week. My doctor said since everything looks good, I could go back to work...but she wanted me to get blood work done to just make sure everything is good. So I had to go get blood work done and the wait was forever! So I'm going back to work tomorrow. I will have my long term sub there with me so she can get answers to any questions she has. My doctor says any signs of preeclampsia and I'm back on bed rest. I turned into my school district my leave of absence request for maternity leave to start on Feb. 2nd. So I have these 2 days and then next week before going on maternity leave. I think I should be okay. Carson has been doing well. I haven't had any signs of going into labor anytime soon, so it's just a waiting game now to see when Carson is ready to be born. Since he's been measuring 2 weeks earlier I don't know if that means he'll come 2 weeks earlier than my due date. So now I try to wait patiently for his arrival.

Carson at 35 weeks

He is just too adorable. Look at those cheeks! So round and plump! As you can tell, I'm just really excited for him to be here!