28 week update...

28 weeks pregnant! Approximately 12 to go! I had a doctor's appointment this week. It didn't exactly go as planned. I was sent home with "the drink" at my last appointment. (The sugary, glucose drink to test for gestational diabetes.) Although my mom had it with all of her children, I had no worries because I passed, no questions asked, with Ryleigh. Weight was checked, I lost two lbs since my last appointment, blood pressure was good, and they drew my blood to test it one hour after I finished the drink. Well, before the doc even had the door shut he starts in about how low my iron is. It's an 8. Normal is 12-15. He asked if I was exhausted all the time, and of course I'm thinking, "yeah! I work full time and a half, have a toddler, and I'm 28 weeks pregnant. Not to mention a house, bills, laundry, blah blah blah..." Well, apparently if I can raise my iron it should help with some of the exhaustion. (Now, what's gonna help with the back pain?! lol) I was instructed to take additional iron every day on top of what I already take and he said they would start monitoring it at my visits.

Cool, so, on to the next thing. "We will call you with your glucose results!" Awesome, yeah yeah, see ya at my next appointment. Until they call me today. There I am, about to do my speaking part at a skill trainer meeting with my employees and my phone rings from the doctor's office. "You failed your glucose test and it was by 142 points. We need to see you immediately for the 3 hour re-test." Pretty sure the lady thought she lost connection because I was silent. I was in shock. My stomach just knotted and tears welled up in my eyes. My platter (we're way past the plate) is already full. Roll in the banquet table, lady. She asked me to come in right then. There was no way. I'm 45 minutes away and I wasn't even in my own car at that point as the meeting was off site. "So tomorrow morning at 8:15 it is" she informed me. Like, I didn't even have a choice. "I'm suppose to work at 8am" was all I could think, but there wasn't an option. I have to do this asap for me and my baby. That's what's #1, hands down, most important. She let me know that since I failed so miserably that it was important that I was there as soon as possible so that they could get me on appropriate medication and diet if need be.

I.AM.FREAKED.OUT. Is my son okay? Did I do this? Why is this happening to us? Were the results wrong? If I failed by that much is there even a small chance that I will pass the retest? Will he be diabetic? What do I eat now? Should I just not eat until the retest? IS HE OKAY? This happens to a lot of women, right?

These are a very small percentage of the thoughts that ran through my head in the next 30 seconds after I hung up the phone. At this point I am just scared and in need of positive thoughts and encouraging words. I know it's not the end of the world. I know some of you may think I'm being dramatic. But if you're a mama, then you know that if it's something, ANYTHING, to do with your babies, you would be freaked out, too. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers this evening and tomorrow.

On a great note! The hospital right by my house is opening a maternity ward...originally set to open in October. The official opening date was moved to September 12th! ONE DAY before my due date!!! Eeeeek! I really hope to deliver there!!! But, as we saw from Miss Ryleigh, my babies like to choose their own birthdays 😉 LOL

Trying to stay positive, smile, and look on the bright side of things. Today it's really hard, but tomorrow is a brand new day.

27 Weeks!

My 2nd trimester is almost over! WHAT! How did that happen?! This pregnancy has FLOWN by. It makes me a little weepy since it's my last. It was a rough start this go round, but I really do enjoy being pregnant. I love the feeling of carrying my baby and knowing that my body can provide everything that he needs. I actually don't mind "the bump" and dressing it up lol I get excited for my doctor's appointment's too...minus the weighing in part! LOL! I actually have one tomorrow, and it's the one where I drink the super sugary, delicious drink to be tested for gestational diabetes. (P.S.-from what I remember with Ryleigh, it is NOT very delicious! 😩)

Anyways, 17 days until my vacation!!! Some of my best friends, sisters, and mamas are throwing me a baby shower for Baby Ryder that weekend! I am so excited and feel so blessed that they want to celebrate his upcoming arrival! I can't wait to see everyone and show everyone his nursery! 

Speaking of, I paid the final invoice on his bedding and it should be shipped soon!!! I had the same lady who made Ryleigh's also make Ryder's. She does BEAUTIFUL work and I was SO satisfied with how Ryleigh's turned out! Her name is Angela and you can find her on Etsy...her shop name is "abusymother" if you're interested in her work! Here's a picture of the patterns that she used for his bedding. I love it! 

I can't wait to see it all put together! We already have all of his furniture in his room, put together, and in their proper places 😊 EEK!

Also, big news for Ryleigh! She hasn't had her coveted "pie-you" AKA pacifier in a few weeks now! She doesn't even ask for it anymore! I am SO proud of her!!! Also, her daddy converted her crib to a toddler bed on Saturday! (Yep, I cried.) She thinks it's a drive thru..makes me lay down and she orders "nuggets," "samich," and "apples." 😂 She's too funny!! 

I will update after my appointment tomorrow! 

How far along: 27 weeks, 6 days.

Total weight gain: 10 lbs.

Maternity clothes: Pants for sure. Tops, I need the length! I did give in and buy a maternity top on clearance and I have to admit...they are COMFY!

Stretch marks: Nope. Thank you, Lord Jesus! Didn't get them with Ryleigh and PRAYING not to get them this time!

Sleep: I have concocted the recipe to be able to sleep (almost) all night...a big ole back rub before I fall asleep from my sweet husband and chugging a bottle of water 😉 I had been having contractions at night and the water has helped to stop it! 

Best moment of this week: Celebrating the father of my babes on Father's Day! They are beyond blessed to have him! 

Miss anything: Time off....I desperately need this vacation.

Movement: Oooh yes. This baby boy is ACTIVE!

Food cravings: My feet are concreted at the crossroad of "I'm starving" and "nothing sounds good." I've also recently added a third road to the mix..."Yum! I'll have that....*food arrives*....ew, I don't want that." It's a real blast, y'all. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Those Braxton Hicks! I read that they are "sometimes" painful. I'm the lucky "sometimes."

Have you started to show yet: Yep. & no, you don't have to comment on it, unless it's nice 🙄😉

Gender: Boy!

Labor Signs: Braxton Hicks, pressure, etc. I have a feeling I'll have back labor 😫

Belly button in or out: In-ish. It's a real thing, people!! 

Wedding rings on or off: On.

Happy or moody most of the time: I feel happy, but I get annoyed quickly nowadays...

Looking forward to: My two days off and my vacation!