I went in this morning for my 34 week check-up and everything looked great (weight gain, blood pressure, etc.), but my belly was measuring at 32 weeks. This was the third appointment that I’ve measured smaller than my actual gestation stage. My doctor thought everything was probably okay, but wanted to do an ultrasound to scan Brenton's measurements just to be on the safe side. This was an unexpected surprise since I’m not scheduled to have another ultrasound until my 36 week appointment. Sure enough, Brenton measured great—64th percentile actually. The nurse measured his head, abdomen and femur to get an average of 5 lbs. 7 oz. (give or take a pound).
Brenton’s heart rate was in the 140s and the nurse found it immediately. He actually cooperated this time.
I've been having some cramping/contractions lately too. My doctor said that if I have 5-6 cramping episodes in one hour, to give him a call. For example, if I had 5-6 episodes tonight in one hour, he’d probably admit me, check me and give me something to stop the “contractions.” He said I’m in the home stretch and that 'Braxton Hicks" contractions are to be expected and probably something I’m noticing sooner with this pregnancy than I did with Noah.
I have three new photos to show Eric and Noah, which already show B’s chipmunk cheeks and full lips. We’re still on track and can’t believe we’ll have another little boy in the house so soon.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Market Square
One of the best parts of Knoxville is hanging out on Market Square. We took Noah downtown after his nap. The weather was the best it's been all year. Noah had his first italian ice (pina colada), saw LOTS of cute dogs, people-watched, browsed some shops and had a yummy dinner at Downtown Grill and Brewery.
Big Boy Room
This has certainly been a year of big transitions for Noah. On Jan. 6, he kicked the paci (cold-turkey), turned two, moved bedrooms and in just 6 weeks will be a big brother.
The paci ordeal turned out to be easier than we thought. It was the dread of making him give it up (and the potential consequences that might follow) that was actually worse. He gave it up at school last fall with no problems whatsoever. His teachers simply told him the "paci was all gone." Of course, when we tried that at home, he knew better and begged for it :) Our goal was to get him to drop it by his second birthday and we definitely didn't want him on a paci when Brenton gets here (although he may regress once he sees his new baby brother with one!) So, in January, we put him to bed one night without it. He cried for it and Eric gave in. The next night, we put him to bed without it and he cried for 30 minutes before falling asleep. Eric was about to give in again, but I kept saying, "just give it five more minutes." I said this several times ;) We kept our usual nighttime routine and told him that we gave his paci to Baby Jack (our friend's little boy) and several other babies. Those two nights were tough, but he's been great ever since. We'll even look through his baby book and he'll see pictures of himself with a paci and not think much about it at all.
For the past few months, we've been getting Noah's big boy room ready. We searched several places before deciding on furniture and bedding from Pottery Barn Kids. It was great to gradually change the guest bedroom into Noah's big boy room because it allowed us ample of time to "pump up" and play in his new big boy room before actually moving him into it. Here are a few pictures:
This is the same print that hung over Eric's bed when he was growing up called "Someday."
This frame contains vintage stationary my sister got us with the actual UT football gameday program covers from the early to mid 20th century.
Yep--that's a framed autograph of Eric Berry to Noah, courtesy of Uncle Drew. This bookshelf is in the corner of his room and was Eric's in college.
Reading Dr. Seuss' "Green Eggs and Ham" after bath time on his new sports bean bag. He LOVES Dr. Seuss!
What little boy's room would be complete without a basketball goal? His name was the last thing we took down in his nursery. The "All-Star" wall art came from Hobby Lobby.
Noah looked so little in his big boy bed. It reminded us of the first night home from the hospital when we put him in his crib. It was a sweet moment to see him in his new bed, and we can't believe he's at this stage of his life already!
Later today, we plan on going to Market Square to hang out, eat Italian Ice, window shop and listen to music. It's nice to have spring in the air!
The paci ordeal turned out to be easier than we thought. It was the dread of making him give it up (and the potential consequences that might follow) that was actually worse. He gave it up at school last fall with no problems whatsoever. His teachers simply told him the "paci was all gone." Of course, when we tried that at home, he knew better and begged for it :) Our goal was to get him to drop it by his second birthday and we definitely didn't want him on a paci when Brenton gets here (although he may regress once he sees his new baby brother with one!) So, in January, we put him to bed one night without it. He cried for it and Eric gave in. The next night, we put him to bed without it and he cried for 30 minutes before falling asleep. Eric was about to give in again, but I kept saying, "just give it five more minutes." I said this several times ;) We kept our usual nighttime routine and told him that we gave his paci to Baby Jack (our friend's little boy) and several other babies. Those two nights were tough, but he's been great ever since. We'll even look through his baby book and he'll see pictures of himself with a paci and not think much about it at all.
For the past few months, we've been getting Noah's big boy room ready. We searched several places before deciding on furniture and bedding from Pottery Barn Kids. It was great to gradually change the guest bedroom into Noah's big boy room because it allowed us ample of time to "pump up" and play in his new big boy room before actually moving him into it. Here are a few pictures:
This is the same print that hung over Eric's bed when he was growing up called "Someday."
This frame contains vintage stationary my sister got us with the actual UT football gameday program covers from the early to mid 20th century.
Yep--that's a framed autograph of Eric Berry to Noah, courtesy of Uncle Drew. This bookshelf is in the corner of his room and was Eric's in college.
Reading Dr. Seuss' "Green Eggs and Ham" after bath time on his new sports bean bag. He LOVES Dr. Seuss!
What little boy's room would be complete without a basketball goal? His name was the last thing we took down in his nursery. The "All-Star" wall art came from Hobby Lobby.
Noah looked so little in his big boy bed. It reminded us of the first night home from the hospital when we put him in his crib. It was a sweet moment to see him in his new bed, and we can't believe he's at this stage of his life already!
Later today, we plan on going to Market Square to hang out, eat Italian Ice, window shop and listen to music. It's nice to have spring in the air!
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Just 7 Weeks Away!
On March 24, we'll officially be 33 weeks along. The due date is May 12, but depending on my appointments, I could potentially be induced as early as May 5. It's hard to imagine how life will be even more busy, tiring and yet completely new all over again. Double the work, worry and exhaustion, but definitely double the love and joy, more importantly.
We've really enjoyed being outside these last few days. Noah loves to run and says, "Ready, set, go!" when running around. The sidewalk chalk, mega bubbles, tricycle and popsicles on the deck have finally made their debut! Happy first day of spring!
We've really enjoyed being outside these last few days. Noah loves to run and says, "Ready, set, go!" when running around. The sidewalk chalk, mega bubbles, tricycle and popsicles on the deck have finally made their debut! Happy first day of spring!
Our Little Leprechaun
Top 'o the mornin' to ya :)
Who needs a pot of gold when this little guy's in your life?
Friday, February 26, 2010
Monday, February 22, 2010
A Fun-Filled February
What a busy month February has been! I can't believe it's almost over. I also can't believe we're 29 weeks along with baby Brenton and that we'll get to meet him in just 11 weeks! Of course, Noah turned two and I must admit that I was a bit teary-eyed putting him to bed on his birthday. How could two years of his life already passed by? In the hospital, the nurses kept telling us how "alert" he was for a newborn and that they couldn't believe they got a picture of him with his eyes open for the nursery webpage. He certainly hasn't slowed down yet, either! Whether playing with blocks, flying around the house with a cape (aka his blankie) pretending to be Super Grover or asking us to dance (while shaking his fingers in the air), he keeps us busy, but more importantly so in love.
Eric's 29th birthday was relaxing and low-key. Noah and I picked up Fleming's for dinner. Eric's favorites are their Double Thick Apple Pork Chop and Fleming's Potatoes. Earlier in the day, Noah and I made homemade strawberry cupcakes with a strawberry cream cheese icing. I'm the chocolate lover in the relationship, but Eric loves just about anything strawberry. They turned out great, but the best part was seeing Noah get so excited about singing "Happy Birthday" and blowing out his daddy's birthday candle. Earlier that morning, I'd put a candle in Eric's cinnamon roll for breakfast which Noah thought was great, too.
On February 12, Eric and I attended the 2010 Evergreen Ball benefitting the Friends of the Smokies. Since I served on the planning committee, we got to go for free and enjoy a delicious meal, open bar and dancing (well, I enjoyed the ice water from the open bar anyway). We considered this our Valentine's Day date :) On the real V'Day, we went to brunch at one of our favorite spots and picked up dinner at P.F. Chang's (i.e. no cooking was done on our part!)
Noah also got to hang out with our former neighbor Caroline who came over one afternoon to keep him for a few hours and then had dinner with us. He is such a flirt and thinks the world of Caroline. Andrew, Thomas and Lauren came over for the Super Bowl, but we didn't take any pics. We were all rooting for the Colts of course, but at least it was a good game.
Over the weekend, we finally saw some sunshine and warmer temps. We played outside and spent time on our deck. I LOVE this picture of my boys!
Right now, we're in the process of finishing up Noah's "big boy" room. The furniture is arranged, artwork is on the walls and the window panels are hung. Now we just need to transfer his clothes and toys over before making the big switch. We've been talking it up quite a bit and he refers to his room as the "big boy room" or "big boy bed" so hopefully it will be a smooth transition. He handles change pretty well, but I'll be interested to see how he does with more "freedom." We'll post pictures once the room is finished.
Eric's 29th birthday was relaxing and low-key. Noah and I picked up Fleming's for dinner. Eric's favorites are their Double Thick Apple Pork Chop and Fleming's Potatoes. Earlier in the day, Noah and I made homemade strawberry cupcakes with a strawberry cream cheese icing. I'm the chocolate lover in the relationship, but Eric loves just about anything strawberry. They turned out great, but the best part was seeing Noah get so excited about singing "Happy Birthday" and blowing out his daddy's birthday candle. Earlier that morning, I'd put a candle in Eric's cinnamon roll for breakfast which Noah thought was great, too.
On February 12, Eric and I attended the 2010 Evergreen Ball benefitting the Friends of the Smokies. Since I served on the planning committee, we got to go for free and enjoy a delicious meal, open bar and dancing (well, I enjoyed the ice water from the open bar anyway). We considered this our Valentine's Day date :) On the real V'Day, we went to brunch at one of our favorite spots and picked up dinner at P.F. Chang's (i.e. no cooking was done on our part!)
Noah also got to hang out with our former neighbor Caroline who came over one afternoon to keep him for a few hours and then had dinner with us. He is such a flirt and thinks the world of Caroline. Andrew, Thomas and Lauren came over for the Super Bowl, but we didn't take any pics. We were all rooting for the Colts of course, but at least it was a good game.
Over the weekend, we finally saw some sunshine and warmer temps. We played outside and spent time on our deck. I LOVE this picture of my boys!
Right now, we're in the process of finishing up Noah's "big boy" room. The furniture is arranged, artwork is on the walls and the window panels are hung. Now we just need to transfer his clothes and toys over before making the big switch. We've been talking it up quite a bit and he refers to his room as the "big boy room" or "big boy bed" so hopefully it will be a smooth transition. He handles change pretty well, but I'll be interested to see how he does with more "freedom." We'll post pictures once the room is finished.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Brenton....our shy guy?
The 3D/4D ultrasound was great yesterday. It's amazing how precise the technology in these ultrasound machines is...and we were able to see Brenton snoozing away. He was sucking his thumb, yawning, and moving around a little.
Based on the first 29 weeks of this pregnancy, we both think that Brenton is more laid back than Noah, and that proved true again yesterday. In Noah's 3D ultrasound (click to see pictures), he was a wiggle worm, and seemed to follow the camera around to make sure his face was front and center. This has definitely carried over, as he's still on full-throttle all day every day.
Brenton seems to be a little more reserved and shy to this point. He seemed to want to move away from the sound of the ultrasound and kept nuzzling away. We saw some great profile views, and they look a little bit like Noah's ultrasound pics. (It's amazing to us how much Noah's 3D ultrasound pictures look like him!)
It's going to be fun to see if Brenton's personality carries over into his "out of the womb" life too, as it has with Noah.
Here are two of the better pictures we got...sorry they aren't very clear, I took them on my phone.
sleepy boy!
Based on the first 29 weeks of this pregnancy, we both think that Brenton is more laid back than Noah, and that proved true again yesterday. In Noah's 3D ultrasound (click to see pictures), he was a wiggle worm, and seemed to follow the camera around to make sure his face was front and center. This has definitely carried over, as he's still on full-throttle all day every day.
Brenton seems to be a little more reserved and shy to this point. He seemed to want to move away from the sound of the ultrasound and kept nuzzling away. We saw some great profile views, and they look a little bit like Noah's ultrasound pics. (It's amazing to us how much Noah's 3D ultrasound pictures look like him!)
It's going to be fun to see if Brenton's personality carries over into his "out of the womb" life too, as it has with Noah.
Here are two of the better pictures we got...sorry they aren't very clear, I took them on my phone.
Laughing?
sleepy boy!
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
2 Years Old!
At Chuck E. Cheese's on his "real" birthday on Sunday
He loved watching the show at Chuck E. Cheese
Caroline and "Super Grover"
He didn't let go of Grover for a long time!
Pausing for a quick picture
Elmo Cake
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Counting
It is so much fun to see Noah learn more and more. We're finding that he's got a great memory and lately, he's really starting to count higher and higher. It's just rare that he ever does it when we have our phones or camera out. Luckily, we were ready to catch this...(sorry it's so dark...it was late afternoon and we filmed it on our phone)
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
It's A Boy!
We found out the great news yesterday that Baby #2 is a BOY!!! We are so excited! He's doing great and is growing and developing perfectly up to this point. It's hard to believe we're already halfway into this pregnancy, and it's so nice to finally know that this one is a "HE." We're excited, thankful, and blessed that we can look forward to a houseful of boys. Noah is going to love having a baby brother!
As for the name, I think we've decided on Peyton Manning Haag...kidding!
Friday, December 11, 2009
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!
Last Saturday morning, we woke up to a snow covered yard! Noah loved it and kept saying, "snow, snow!" He got to go exploring in the snow for a little while and we were able to snap some good pictures. He played in the snow a few times last year, but this year he was really able to walk around in it and enjoy it more. Hopefully we'll wake up to a snow covered yard a few more times this winter!
Friday, December 4, 2009
Sesame Street Live
Talk about committed fans...Tyra and Noah drove 3 hours this morning to Nashville for Noah to see his very first (of many, I'm sure) "Sesame Street Live" show. I used to love going to these when I was little, so it's neat that Noah is getting to see it in the same place (Nashville's Municipal Auditorium) I used to go with my Mom.
Tyra and Noah met "JenMommy" this morning for the early show, and according to Tyra, he loved it!! They had front row tickets, so luckily Noah was able to stay seated in his stroller with the help of his trusty Paci and Blankie.
As for the 3 hour drive to Nashville to see the show...at the time we got the tickets, it was the closest show to us...only to find out (YESTERDAY!) that a different Sesame Street Live show is coming to Knoxville next month. Oh well! ha!
Here is some footage of the fun morning...
Tyra and Noah met "JenMommy" this morning for the early show, and according to Tyra, he loved it!! They had front row tickets, so luckily Noah was able to stay seated in his stroller with the help of his trusty Paci and Blankie.
As for the 3 hour drive to Nashville to see the show...at the time we got the tickets, it was the closest show to us...only to find out (YESTERDAY!) that a different Sesame Street Live show is coming to Knoxville next month. Oh well! ha!
Here is some footage of the fun morning...
Waiting for the show to start. Being in the front row means room to explore and high-five's from lots of the characters since they parade around the front of the stage some during the show.
Noah was mesmerized most of the show, like he was concentrating hard on what he was watching. He normally only gets his paci and blankie during naps and bedtime, but car "long" trips are another story. Noah does fine during them, but we make sure he has a snack/juice and Elmo DVDs. Of course getting him to give them up after a trip is another story...
Eating a fruit strip before the show. They offered him some cotton candy, but he thought it was trash and tried to throw it away :)
It was nap time during the last part of the show and Noah was ready for bed! Luckily for Tyra, he slept for 1.5 hours during the trip back to Knoxville.
Bye bye Elmo and friends!
Noah and all of his "loot" after the show--a pennant, soccer ball and Elmo jacket.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Return to the Hermitage Hotel
We had a great Thanksgiving in Hendersonville. We were able to spend time with family and ate a lot of good food.
On the Friday night after Thanksgiving, Tyra and I were fortunate enough to have a "night away" for Tyra's birthday, which was on Saturday. It was the very 1st time we'd been away from Noah for a full night, believe it or not. (Thanks to GiGi and Aunt Susie for keeping him and JenMommy for keeping Gabi!)
We spent Friday night at the historic Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, where we stayed on our wedding night over 5 1/2 years ago. The hotel is amazing, and we enjoyed a great birthday dinner at their restaurant, the Capitol Grille. Everything at the hotel is so fancy and nice, so we relaxed, took a 2 hour nap on Friday, and took advantage of a full night's sleep without the sound of a baby monitor or an alarm clock...aka Noah's peeps!
Here are a few snapshots from our stay....we love the Hermitage Hotel!
This is a view of our hotel suite!!! (just kidding, it's the lobby)
At Capitol Grille for dinner (that's ice water, not wine in the pregnant wifey's glass!!)
The sign outside of the men's restroom...which was voted Best Public Restroom in the world!
And here it is in all its teal and black glory!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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