1 Week Old

Weight: At his last dr's appt (Monday, April 29) he was 6 lbs 14 oz

Health: He has a little bit of congestion in the evenings. He has also developed a slight diaper rash so I switched to Pampers Sensitive wipes. 

Eyes: Blue 

Activities: Swinging, rocking, being outside, going on walks in his stroller (where he always falls asleep), tummy time  

Sleep: Aiden eats every 2-3 hours during the day and roughly every 4 at night. During the night, he sleeps solid in between night time feedings in his crib. He's starting roughly following the eat, play, sleep cycle.  

Diet: Liquid Gold: Breastmilk : ) 

Clothes: Newborn.

Diapers: We moved to Pampers Swaddlers Size 1's today.  

Crying: He does not like getting his diaper changed! He screams every single time I change him!

Likes: Being Cuddled, Walks in the Stroller, Being Outside, Looking at Ceiling Fans 

Dislikes: Tummy Time, Diaper Changes, Flash on my Camera 

Milestones: He's lifting his head up all by himself but once he gets it up he doesn't have control left to right. 

Misc: Lexi is doing great with Aiden. She never gets up on me when I'm holding him and  is always very distant around him!

Postpartum: I'm feeling great! The Lord has really blessed my recovery. It's crazy to me to think I had a C Section a week ago and am back to somewhat of a normal routine. I'm still not carrying Aiden up the stairs though. I'm done to 1 pain pill at most a day! Thank goodness. We're slowly walking once a day for around 20 minutes. I'm usually pretty tired when I get back but it's worth it! I'm down around 12 lbs from delivery day. I've got a ways to go but am just going to take it slow and focus on enjoying my little one.   

Aiden at Birth

Weight: At birth he was 7 lbs 13 oz

Health: He had a few breathing problems at first that were quickly resolved.

Sleep: Since he was given formula (through a tube) in the nursery to help his breathing, he was not very hungry at first. He slept pretty much the entire first day. 

Social:  He had lots of visitors while in the hospital and we loved seeing each and every one of them!

Diet: Other than the formula after birth, he was strictly on breastmilk.

Clothes: Newborn.

Diapers: Newborn. I tried Huggies because I had a few given to us and I had to stop. Somehow Aiden would pee through them every single time! Ever since I switched to Pampers there hasn't been anymore leaking! 

Crying: He only cried in the hospital while getting his diaper changed.  He did however fuss about his circumcision for at least 30 minutes. His cry is the most pathetic thing I have ever heard! He never "screams" (unless he's having his diaper changed) but has a distinct "whine." I will have to take a video and post it. 

Likes: Nursing and being cuddled. He's definately a snuggler!

Milestones: He passed his hearing test in 2 minutes and 45 seconds! 

Postpartum: I was pretty groggy for his first day!

Our Birth Story

To say my delivery went exactly according to plan would be a lie. We went in for a scheduled induction on Wednesday, April 24th. The nurses started me out on a low dose of cervidil at 12:15 am (which is technically April 25th) I began having major cramping at 2 am. I was unable to sleep or talk because they hurt so bad. My nurse gave me a "baby dose" of morphine that allowed me to sleep.

       
Forrest and I were excited for the day ahead of us DELIVERY DAY! I was given pitocin Thursday morning. I started making steady progress and we were pleased. I had my epidural placed at 9:30 am when I was 4 cm. We had a few scares with decels in Aiden's heartrate that was treated with oxygen. I continued to progress until around 8:30 pm-ish. It was then that my OB came in with some less than desirable news. She said I stopped progressing and Aiden's head would dip down then go back up. She recommended a c section. I was nervous about it but knew I was in the care of the best doctors in town. I trusted them completely! Forrest and I were prepped for the OR. The anesthesiologist added medication to my epidural in hopes that it would numb my belly enough for surgery. It did not! I felt every "prick test" they did. The next step for the anesthesiologist was to do a spinal. This was a strange experience! My legs and most of my abdomen were completely numb. This meant that I had to be held up by two male nurses because I was dead weight and munched over while shaking uncontrollably  What a sight! Once the spinal was placed I went through the "prick test" again and felt everything. I was not affected one bit by the spinal. The anesthesiologist looked at me and said he was going to have to put me completely under. I was scared. I remember praying hard! The worst part of this whole process was that Forrest was not able to be in the room because I was under general anesthesia. My heart broke for him! As I was being put under I remember praying for Aiden and praying for Forrest!

I woke up in recovery to my mom and Ninny. I am so glad we made the decision to have our mothers in the room during the delivery, or so we thought. They were such a calming influence! Forrest and I had already talked about the if's of a c section. I told him as long as I was doing ok I wanted him to be with our little one! Under the circumstances, he was hesitant but agreed. He has been my rock through my entire pregnancy and even more so now that we are home! 

Aiden was born weighing 7 lb 13 oz and 20 3/4 inches long. He was brought to the nursery right away because he was having labored breathing. Once he was stabilized, the nurses bent the rules and let Forrest hold Aiden in the nursery since he was not able to be in the delivery room.

Even though everything related to my delivery was far from "picture perfect" I wouldn't trade it for anything because we are now able to hold our SON, Aiden James Sumner.

Currently....

I just got up from the couch where I was snugglin' with Forrest soaking up our last few hours alone. We are both a little anxious but more excited than anything else! We are so thankful for the love and support we have already received today. Each call, text and email means the world to us so keep them coming : )

We will try to keep updates sent out as often as possible. Please continue to keep us in your prayers!  

41 Weeks...We Made It!

How far along: 41 weeks

Baby Size:  Jackfruit (Not sure what that is)

Baby Developments: My OB estimated that Aiden will weigh 8 lb 4 oz at birth if I go to 41 weeks.

Weight gain: Yes : )

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's to bed (that do NOT cover the bottom of my belly) and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips and lower belly! When I ask Forrest about the ones on my lower belly (since I can't see them) he says they aren't stretch marks just red scratches that will go away. Nothing like lying to your super duper pregnant wife to create peace : )    

Sleep: I've been waking up every few hours to go to the bathroom and go right back to sleep.I'm taking naps 2-3 hr long naps again!

Best moment this week: Forrest loves feeling Aiden this week more than any other! He can feel elbows knees, a butt and ankles pretty much constantly. We are excited to know that we will be holding our little man sometime Thursday : )

Miss Anything: I'm not missing anything because I am so thankful to be carrying a blessing from the Lord. I haven't been as uncomfortable as I thought I would in the last few weeks.
Movement: Baby AJ feels huge! There is not a time when I don't feel one body part or another. He is constantly moving!  

Food cravings: All fruit popsicles with no sugar. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: Absolutely NONE!

Exercise: This week my exercise was in the form of deep cleaning!   

Symptoms: Weak gag reflex, mild acid reflux, a few braxton hicks a day  
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man sometime Thursday, Lord willing! 
Goals: Have a healthy baby!

40 Weeks

How far along: 40 weeks

Baby Size:  Jackfruit (Not sure what that is)

Baby Developments: My OB estimated that Aiden will weigh 8 lb 4 oz at birth if I go to 41 weeks.

Weight gain: 40 (Yes, Dad that includes water weight!)

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's to bed (that do NOT cover the bottom of my belly) and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips and lower belly!   

Sleep: I've been waking up every few hours to go to the bathroom and go right back to sleep.I'm taking naps like a champ again!

Best moment this week: Knowing that we will be holding our little man in 7 days : )  

Miss Anything: I'm not missing anything because I am so thankful to be carrying a blessing from the Lord. 

Movement: Baby AJ likes to lay with his butt and back pressed up against the outside of my belly. I can usually feel the curve of his butt and spine. He's back to moving the most in the mornings/evenings and rolling in between. 

Food cravings: My feet were really swollen over the weekend while Mom & Dad were here. I think it may have been the BBQ Pringles : ) I went back to eating moderately well Monday morning and I'm back to my normal slightly puffy hands and feet. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: Induction is still scheduled for the 25th! I've had 3-4 braxton hicks per day but nothing anymore than that!

Exercise: My goal is to take two slow 30 minute walks with Lexi every day!  

Symptoms: Weak gag reflex, mild acid reflux, 3-4 braxton hicks a day  
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man in 7 days! 
Goals: Deep clean the living room and kitchen AGAIN!

39 Weeks

How far along: 39 weeks

Baby Size:  Watermelon

Baby Developments: Aiden is going to be packing on the pounds from here on out! He is 17.2-18.7 inches long and weighs 4.2-5.8 lbs. He's getting healthier and stronger this week! 

Weight gain: 38 lbs

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's to bed (that do NOT cover the bottom of my belly) and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips and lower belly!   

Sleep: I've been waking up every few hours to go to the bathroom and go right back to sleep.I'm taking naps like a champ again!

Best moment this week: Seeing the excitement on Mom, Dad & Bethany's face when they felt Aiden have the hiccups.  

Miss Anything: Sitting in one spot for longer than 15 minutes. That's the main reason I have updated the blog lately. It kills me to sit at the computer. 

Movement: Baby AJ likes to lay with his butt and back pressed up against the outside of my belly. I can usually feel the curve of his butt and spine. He's back to moving the most in the mornings/evenings and rolling in between. 

Food cravings: This week my appetite is less than it was pre-pregnancy. No cravings! 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: After seeing my OB on Wednesday, she decided to go ahead and schedule my induction for 4/25. I'm still 1 cm and not effaced at all. We have done a lot of praying about our delivery and have complete confidence in our doctors. I'm satisfied with an induction if that's what it takes to see our Little Man!

Exercise: I walked 4 miles one day this week and hurt for 3 days. Now my goal is to take two 30 minute walks with Lexi every day!  

Symptoms: Strong gag reflex, mild acid reflux, 3-4 braxton hicks a day  
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man in a few weeks by the 26th! 
Goals: Enjoy my last few weeks baby free!