Nellie Louise - 3 months old

 

smiles all the time

loves to talk to us and has the most adorable baby babble

such a sweet, sweet girl

getting better in the sleep department

still sleeps in the cosleeper in our room

had her first thanksgiving

loves to wiggle 

nursing is her favorite

warm soaks in a tub full of oats is her jam

Nellie Louise - 2 months old

 

still a lover of all things snuggle related

such a sweet baby

loves to look me in the eyes

got her first vaccines 

weighs 9.1lbs - 5th percentile for weight

wears size NB diapers

not a very good sleeper

still spits up a lot 

had our first family photo shoot

likes to be held all the time

loves her big sis

first halloween trick-or-treating with her big sis

started to smile the sweetest smile

still sleeping with mom and dad in the cosleeper

has eczema - poor girl

went on her first plane ride and did fabulous

got to meet all her family in Colorado for the first time

Nellie Louise - 1 month old

 

loves to snuggle

hates to sleep at night

weighs 6.12 lbs

eats all the time

adores her big sis

can't decide if she likes her paci

spits up a lot

still can fit in preemie diapers and onesies 

smiles the best smile

started to make little coo noises

sweet as can be

precious gift from God

She is here!!!

 

Welcome to the world my sweet Nellie Louise!!!

You were born on Wednesday, September 7th at 12:15pm.

My labor came with a few complications but the most important thing was that you were alright!  

Here is your birth story:

On Tuesday, September 6th, your Dad and I went to my 38 week check up and found out that due to my high blood pressure the doctor would be inducing me the following morning! Talk about a rush of emotions. I was SO ready to meet you but I was also saddened a little knowing that come the next day, it wouldn't be just you and I as one anymore. As much as I wanted to meet you and show you off to the world, I also had the strongest desire to keep you just where you were - all to myself. Oh, a mother's love. ... We went and picked up your Nani up from the airport that afternoon, what perfect timing for her to arrive from Denver. Then the three of us went and got your big sister from school and shared the news that you would be making us a family of four by tomorrow! Blaykleigh was so excited by this, she had been waiting for you for a very long time. We spent the late afternoon running the last few errands before your big arrival and tried to mentally prepare for what Wednesday would hold. Surprisingly, I got a decent nights rest on Tuesday and woke Wednesday refreshed yet full of butterflies. I pictured myself holding you, my rainbow baby, staring into your beautiful eyes and reflecting on all that had happened to bring you here; what a blessing you'd be!!! After we dropped Blaykleigh off at the Pellegrin's (our sweet Louisianan neighbors) we made the trip to the hospital, this was around 7:30 AM. Upon arrival, we were checked-in and everything started falling into place rather quickly from this point forward. I changed into the hospital gown and got as comfy as I could in the hospital bed. By 9 AM our delivery nurse started the Pitocin followed shortly by the doctor breaking my bag of water. I had asked for an epidural around 11 AM (6 cm dilated) but it was inserted into the intrathecal space causing some complications where I felt numbness in my upper body and heaviness in my chest, so they pulled it out and I made the choice to go without one, by this time it was roughly 11:40 AM. I was fully dilated and started pushing shortly after 12 PM and you made your grand entrance at 12:15 PM on the dot. I honestly don't remember much from the moment I started to push until the moment you were placed on my chest but when I felt your tiny body on mine all the pain I had just endured faded, my eyes and heart were fully captivated by you and your sweet little cry. There you were, my rainbow baby, the baby I hoped for and cried for and prayed for months on end. My pregnancy was full of so many ups and downs, questions surrounding a viable pregnancy and the uncertainty of it all, but the moment I had been waiting for was finally here. And this is the beginning, this is the moment when you became a part of our family, the moment our family grew by one precious soul. Mommy and Daddy love you and your sister tremendously, more than all the stars in the sky. So glad God gave us YOU.

Nellie's Nursery

 

 

So much love was poured into your nursery, everything had to be just perfect. I chalk painted the dresser and rocking chair that I found at the antique store, that was a long and fun diy. I took a wooden letter N and adhered silk flowers to it and your dad built the mount for it. Your sister painted you an abstract piece which I framed and have sitting above your changing table. I searched etsy for days until I found the perfect baby quilt to throw alongside your crib. Your Granny & Grampy contributed the 'Sweet One' owl painting I had been eyeing, such a beautiful touch.  And your Nani found the letter N that is framed and sitting on your dresser, she also bought you the sweetest little bunny rocker. Each and every time you are in your room, you are surrounded by love my dear. 

xo.

36 weeks

 

Baby size? Little miss is measuring on the "petite" side as the doctor put it. She is currently measuring around the 38th percentile and if I make it to term she will most likely top the scale at around 7lbs.

Total weight gain? 30 lbs ... eeek! ;)

Maternity clothes? Best thing about being pregnant in the heat of the summer, maxi dresses! I have had to buy minimal maternity clothes because of maxi dresses, best thing ever!

Miss anything? Being able to breath without sounding like someone who just got done running a marathon when all I have done is gone up the stairs.

Movement? She has started to be more active at night again. Thinking this one is going to keep me on my toes at night once she arrives.

Symptoms? Contractions. Heartburn - oooh, the heartburn! Physical and mental exhaustion. Constant need to pee!!!

Belly button in or out? Still an innie!

Wedding ring on or off? On.

Sleep? What's that? My body is re-training me for all the sleepless nights that await. Oy vey! 

Best moment this week? Going to my weekly appointment and realizing that I am only 4 weeks out from getting to love on my baby girl!!!

Exercise? Nada.

Cravings? Virgin Pina Coladas like nobody's business.

Happy or Moody? The tears have been flowing freely lately. Hormones are making me cry at everything, both happy and sad! 

Looking forward to? Getting anxious to meet our girl! Come on Nellie!!!

Thank you! Everything in me says "thank you!" Angels listen as I sing my thanks. I kneel in worship facing your holy temple and say it again: "thank you!". Thank you for your love, thank you for your faithfulness; most holy is your name, most holy is your Word. The moment I called out, you stepped in; you made my life large with strength. - Psalm 138:2

Maternity Shoot

So excited for these sweet maternity pictures. We are just months away from meeting our newest girl and we are all over the moon. There were so many "what if's" in the beginning of my pregnancy in regards to it being a viable one, along with other pregnancy scares that it feels so good to have come this far. I am so thankful that our girl is growing well and I can't wait to hold her in my arms. Love you my sweet Nell.