3rd yr Anniversary

Yesterday was our Anniversary :)

It was Steve's turn this year. We do this thing whoever plans it for that year- is the only one that gives gifts.

This is what we Did:

Watched our Wedding Video

Lunch @ Kneaders

Bought "Something Borrowed" and watched it

Got all dressed up & had Dinner @ Redmountain Spa

(first time we have ate somewhere having a bill over $50)

Got a massage

As an anniversary gift Steve gave me-

A legit Professional MASSAGE TABLE!!

2 massage specialty towels

Massage oil/Cooling & Warming Lotions

"How To" Massage Book

Just another fun thing to add to the Wilson's Resort & Spa :)

It was a great Anniversary! The day was spaced out enough that I was able to nurse Bradyn when we were home.

Love you Steve!!!

Baby Bradyn

8 lbs 7 oz

22 inches long

12:28 pm August 10th

So we are home!!! Everything was so so awesome!!!

So i went in @ 7am the morning of August 10th to be induced. Once they got me all hooked up...the next words were- Um, you are in Labor...do you not feel these contractions? I said- Nope. I ended up not being induced after all and countined dialating and thinning out on my own. At 12:00 i started pushing. And at 12:28pm had him!!! My mom was there in the room with us. She liked it alot. They lied him down on me...and washed him all off...didn't wisk him away :) He ended up weighing less than I thought he would. And they said- ok let's start with the nursing- and he latched right on and sucked and sucked away!!! 2 hrs later I got up and began walking around...excellent food service. He's been doing great!!! Such a completley and total different experience from last. Have had a few hiccups with nursing today...but I think it will be just fine. I have to nurse with a nipple shield on due to such large boobs ha ha!! He can't quite fully get everything he needs to in his mouth due to my size. Peyton loves him. We are doing well! :)

OH BABY BABY!!!!

it's finally here!!! My Doctor informed me he is going out of town and since I'm 39 weeks....he asks- wanna go ahead?? I'm Like- Yes!!! :) Tomorrow Wednesday, August 10th is the Day!!!

Yay!!! I'm so so so ready!!!!

38 week pic

We'll see you soon Bradyn!!!

Preggo update- 37 1/2 wks

I found out Tuesday that I have Toxemia. Although I find it a little strange because I'm not experiencing many of the symptoms. I don't have headaches, swelling or blurred vision. Never had it with my 1st child. But i do have high blood pressure and protein in my urine. He didn't exactly tell me to go on Bed rest...just to "stay off my feet" as much as possible. I am still teaching classes (i know, i know- im a freak) I feel fine when I am at work, but once I'm done i'm in so much pain from walking I just want to bawl. I am still having MAJOR pelvic problems :( Probably because right now I weigh more than I ever have my entire life as well as the baby's weight. All i want to do is eat ICE!! I LOVE it!! I still have heartburn I end up taking a combo of Pepcid AC as well as Tums.

The doctor told me that I will be getting induced. My next appointment is on Tuesday and he told me that if my levels are still high that he will induce me that very day. If the levels are OK then to wait till I'm 39 weeks (Aug 9th) I kinda like the idea of being induced. It's so PLANNED :) So ME!! I like the idea of having my bag all packed, house nice and clean, freshly showered and ready to go with a scheduled appointment :)

If it were up to me- my vote is to have the baby Aug 9th. I want Bradyn to stay in there as long as possible, but obviously if it's detrimental to his health then of course take me whenever. Just watch- I'll actually just end up going into labor on my own before I even have the chance of being induced. Who knows what will happen. I will have more clarity on Tuesday and will give you an update. I'm excited for my parents to come and to be here with us through it all. They will be such a big help for Peyton.

I'm not nervous at all.

Just a list of Hopes :

1- my labor and deliver will go far much better than last time, no Nicu experience, be able to leave the hospital with our baby, and to have a smooth recovery.

2- Peyton's needs and wants continue to be met as well as for him to have a smooth transition to a new brother

3- That the new experience of breast feeding is completley non stress and a success

loves!

Birthday!

My Little 24th of July Baby!!! Love my Steve with all my heart!!! We are truly meant to be!!! Happy 27th Birthday Steve!!!

Love, Brooke

breastfeeding qts...

Hey! So I never breastfed Peyton and really want to this time with Bradyn. So what's the deal with -if you want to breastfeed then no binkis??

Is that true? I've heard at the hospital to tell the nurses no binkis...right? But then what about once you are home? No binkis at night? What's been your experience?