Liliana is now five weeks old. Over the past 3 weeks she has really grown and changed a lot. She started really smiling at us just before she was four weeks old. She had smiled before, but it was more reflexive than an actual social response. When she did give me that first gummy grin that I could tell was meant to be a smile, it was obvious that she was interacting with me. Now she smiles frequently throughout the day. Liliana is also becoming much more social verbally. She coos and makes sweet little baby noises almost as if she's holding a conversation and responding to whomever she is "talking" to. It is fun to be part of the chatter or to watch her "talk" to someone else.
My older sister, Renee, and her son, Kaden, were here visiting for about three weeks from Utah. They were able to see some of the exciting developments in Liliana's early weeks. It was so fun to have them here and it was sad to see them leave last Tuesday. Renee will be having her second baby in mid-March. That will be cousin number three for Liliana - all of which are boys!
Last Saturday, at her five week mark, Liliana was lying on her stomach on the floor and she was seriously trying to roll over! I know it doesn't sound possible, but David and I watched her push herself from her stomach up onto her side, all by herself. We couldn't believe our eyes. It would seem that she is in a hurry to grow up and get moving - which is inconvenient since I would like her to stay a little tiny baby for a long time.
Liliana has outgrown some of her newborn outfits and when David first started putting her into the three month sized clothes last week, they looked way too big on her. But now, only a week and a half later, they are fitting her quite nicely. We can't get over how quickly she's filling out and stretching longer and longer.
Yesterday I took Liliana for a nice little walk to enjoy the weather. Her aunts, Sylvie and Nicole, came with us and brought Liliana's cousin, Mason. We walked up to Fred Myers because they were having a great sale and we loaded up on baby clothes and a few things for the mommies and auntie.
Last night David and I took Liliana to visit some friends for dinner and to meet their little baby that was born a couple of weeks ago. We laid the babies on the floor and they were checking each other out (as much as babies that age can) and "holding" each others' hands when they happened to grab each others' fists. Liliana looked quite big next to that two week old.
David is going to bless Liliana this Sunday at church. We look forward to sharing this special occasion with friends and family.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Monday, February 4, 2008
Two weeks and two days
I can't believe that my baby is already two weeks old. It still seems surreal that David and I are parents, but at the same time it seems like Liliana has been part of our family forever and it wouldn't be complete without her. I suppose that doesn't really make sense from the way I worded it, but I imagine that all you parents know exactly what I'm talking about.
Last Tuesday Liliana had a check-up with her pediatrician, Dr. Christopher. He said, "She's a 10 out of 10, perfect, beautiful baby!" They weighed her and she was 8 pounds 6 ounces - up nearly a pound since she was born. I guess she must be eating well. I thought she was filling out around her cheeks (both sets).
My sister, Renee, her son, Kaden, and my father flew into town from Utah last week and have been a great support and a joy to have staying with us. My dad was only able to stay until Thursday, but he'll be back this week if everything works out. My mother came back to town from Utah on Friday and is staying until tomorrow afternoon. We're all hoping that my sister, Sylvie, will have her baby while my mother is still in town. Sylvie is now a week past her due date and she's quite ready to have her baby and be done with this pregnancy.
Liliana is becoming more alert and attentive every day. She has a strong little neck that she uses to lift her head and look all around. Her eyes are blue-gray (like her daddy's) and bright as can be when she's checking out the people and things around her. This morning my nephew, Kaden, was sitting near her while she was lying on a blanket on the floor. She kept craning her neck and twisting her little body to look at Kaden while he was chattering loudly and lively. I was impressed by her ability to follow the sound and watch my nephew.
Today David is starting his new position at Paccar. So, in order to make sure her daddy was well prepared for his training today, Liliana had an extra fussy and cranky time last night and kept David from getting a good night's rest. While I don't want to see time fly by, I am looking forward to reaching the six weeks of age point, when the pediatrician says evening fussiness declines and the baby will likely sleep for about 6 hours straight at night. Liliana sleeps great during the day, but she wants to be awake and gets fussy/cranky between about 10pm and 1am. I'm sure we'll get that day-night confusion straightened out sooner or later - but in the meantime I'll have to keep taking naps with Liliana during the day.
Liliana made her debut at church yesterday. It was fun to see everyone's reaction to her. She pretty much slept the entire time we were there. David will be blessing her during next month's fast Sunday meeting.
Last Tuesday Liliana had a check-up with her pediatrician, Dr. Christopher. He said, "She's a 10 out of 10, perfect, beautiful baby!" They weighed her and she was 8 pounds 6 ounces - up nearly a pound since she was born. I guess she must be eating well. I thought she was filling out around her cheeks (both sets).
My sister, Renee, her son, Kaden, and my father flew into town from Utah last week and have been a great support and a joy to have staying with us. My dad was only able to stay until Thursday, but he'll be back this week if everything works out. My mother came back to town from Utah on Friday and is staying until tomorrow afternoon. We're all hoping that my sister, Sylvie, will have her baby while my mother is still in town. Sylvie is now a week past her due date and she's quite ready to have her baby and be done with this pregnancy.
Liliana is becoming more alert and attentive every day. She has a strong little neck that she uses to lift her head and look all around. Her eyes are blue-gray (like her daddy's) and bright as can be when she's checking out the people and things around her. This morning my nephew, Kaden, was sitting near her while she was lying on a blanket on the floor. She kept craning her neck and twisting her little body to look at Kaden while he was chattering loudly and lively. I was impressed by her ability to follow the sound and watch my nephew.
Today David is starting his new position at Paccar. So, in order to make sure her daddy was well prepared for his training today, Liliana had an extra fussy and cranky time last night and kept David from getting a good night's rest. While I don't want to see time fly by, I am looking forward to reaching the six weeks of age point, when the pediatrician says evening fussiness declines and the baby will likely sleep for about 6 hours straight at night. Liliana sleeps great during the day, but she wants to be awake and gets fussy/cranky between about 10pm and 1am. I'm sure we'll get that day-night confusion straightened out sooner or later - but in the meantime I'll have to keep taking naps with Liliana during the day.
Liliana made her debut at church yesterday. It was fun to see everyone's reaction to her. She pretty much slept the entire time we were there. David will be blessing her during next month's fast Sunday meeting.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Wow
I can't believe that my little munchkin is already 9 days old. It is incredible how fast this past week has flown by. She's already looking a little fuller around the cheeks (both sets).
I just want to say that David is the most amazing husband. He's been so supportive and such a source of strength to me throughout the pregnancy, birth, and this first week of serious life adjustment. I could not imagine trying to figure out the whole mommy thing without my fabulous companion guiding and helping me each step of the way. I am overjoyed and my heart is full of gratitude to my Father in Heaven for blessing me with such a beautiful family.
David's parents were able to be here last weekend when Liliana was born and they were so wonderful to fix the leaky shower faucet that I managed to break the day we ended up in the hospital to have our baby. They also stocked our cupboards and refrigerator so we had plenty of goods to come home to. It was wonderful.
My mother came into town on Thursday evening and has been a huge help to me as I continue recovering from the birth. She's heading back to Utah tomorrow, so we're all hoping that my sister, Sylvie has her baby tonight before my mom has to leave town. Well, if Sylvie follows the same pattern I did, her baby won't be here for another week still.
I have to send a shout out to the wonderful individuals and families that have been so kind as to bring us meals. You know who you are and I hope you know how much David and I appreciate you. It just makes it nice to have one less thing to worry about and try to take care of during this initial recovery and adjustment time.
It is also so nice to know that I have such wonderful supporting family and friends nearby. My sisters, aunts, David and my grandmothers, Susie (my best bud since childhood), and all you wonderful friends from church or work. Thanks for all your encouragement and support.
My sister, Nicole (self-proclaimed favorite auntie), hosted a beautiful baby shower this past weekend in order for some extended family members and people from my parent's home ward to meet Liliana. It was a lot of fun and I appreciate all the adorable baby gifts that people so generously brought. Thanks, Nicole!
I'm loving being a stay-at-home mom and I am so thankful to my hardworking husband for making this possible. I couldn't imagine how hard it would be to have to turn around and head back to work, leaving my precious bundle in someone else's care. I would have too hard of a time with that. I already catch myself spending a lot of time just watching my baby sleep. I know I'm biased, but I think she is absolutely beautiful.
I just want to say that David is the most amazing husband. He's been so supportive and such a source of strength to me throughout the pregnancy, birth, and this first week of serious life adjustment. I could not imagine trying to figure out the whole mommy thing without my fabulous companion guiding and helping me each step of the way. I am overjoyed and my heart is full of gratitude to my Father in Heaven for blessing me with such a beautiful family.
David's parents were able to be here last weekend when Liliana was born and they were so wonderful to fix the leaky shower faucet that I managed to break the day we ended up in the hospital to have our baby. They also stocked our cupboards and refrigerator so we had plenty of goods to come home to. It was wonderful.
My mother came into town on Thursday evening and has been a huge help to me as I continue recovering from the birth. She's heading back to Utah tomorrow, so we're all hoping that my sister, Sylvie has her baby tonight before my mom has to leave town. Well, if Sylvie follows the same pattern I did, her baby won't be here for another week still.
I have to send a shout out to the wonderful individuals and families that have been so kind as to bring us meals. You know who you are and I hope you know how much David and I appreciate you. It just makes it nice to have one less thing to worry about and try to take care of during this initial recovery and adjustment time.
It is also so nice to know that I have such wonderful supporting family and friends nearby. My sisters, aunts, David and my grandmothers, Susie (my best bud since childhood), and all you wonderful friends from church or work. Thanks for all your encouragement and support.
My sister, Nicole (self-proclaimed favorite auntie), hosted a beautiful baby shower this past weekend in order for some extended family members and people from my parent's home ward to meet Liliana. It was a lot of fun and I appreciate all the adorable baby gifts that people so generously brought. Thanks, Nicole!
I'm loving being a stay-at-home mom and I am so thankful to my hardworking husband for making this possible. I couldn't imagine how hard it would be to have to turn around and head back to work, leaving my precious bundle in someone else's care. I would have too hard of a time with that. I already catch myself spending a lot of time just watching my baby sleep. I know I'm biased, but I think she is absolutely beautiful.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Final Labor Notes
7:00pm - Petocin was started again as Janine's contractions had slowed down.
8:00pm - Janine was fully dialated and the baby was at +2
8:45pm - Dr. Moore determined that Janine was ready to start pushing and preparations began
9:02pm - Liliana Hernandez was born 7lbs., 7.5oz; 19.5in long.
10:30pm - Both Liliana and Janine are doing great and were taken care of by the nursing staff, David's parents, Sylvie, Andrew, and Nicole all met Liliana for the first time.
8:00pm - Janine was fully dialated and the baby was at +2
8:45pm - Dr. Moore determined that Janine was ready to start pushing and preparations began
9:02pm - Liliana Hernandez was born 7lbs., 7.5oz; 19.5in long.
10:30pm - Both Liliana and Janine are doing great and were taken care of by the nursing staff, David's parents, Sylvie, Andrew, and Nicole all met Liliana for the first time.
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Labor Update
4:30pm - Janine's water broke.
4:45pm - Janine and I decided to ask for an epidural. Dr. Herman checked janine and she is dialated 8cm. Dr. Herman approved the epidural.
5:20pm - Epidural administered and Janine experienced almost instant relief.
6:00pm - Janine is resting, her contractions are about 4 min. appart without the aid of the petocin drip. Baby is health and happy.
4:45pm - Janine and I decided to ask for an epidural. Dr. Herman checked janine and she is dialated 8cm. Dr. Herman approved the epidural.
5:20pm - Epidural administered and Janine experienced almost instant relief.
6:00pm - Janine is resting, her contractions are about 4 min. appart without the aid of the petocin drip. Baby is health and happy.
Labor Update
Saturday 19-Jan-08
3:00pm - Dialated 7cm
3:45pm - A little more mophine was administered and the petocin dosage was raised to 3 mL/hr. Once again Janine is able to sleep between contractions.
3:00pm - Dialated 7cm
3:45pm - A little more mophine was administered and the petocin dosage was raised to 3 mL/hr. Once again Janine is able to sleep between contractions.
Labor Progress notes
Friday 18-Jan-2008
3:30pm Appointment - Found out that the ambiotic fluid levels where a little low, Dr. decided to send us directly to the Birth Center to be induced.
5:00pm - Checked in the birth center and was put in the triage section.
5:30pm - David left to buy the parts needed to repair the shower, thus turning back on the water in the house. He also picked up the last few things from the house.
5:45pm - Janine was placed in room 2303 for the duration.
9:00pm - Dr. and Nurse
10:00 pm - Called parents and find out that they had already arrived and that dad had repaired the shower. We invited them to the hospital on the condition that they bring us dinner.
Sat
12:00am - Settled down to sleep
3:30am - Nurse "Mo" came in to adjust the EFT to pick up the baby's heart rate better. Janine was feeling stronger contractions and cramping.
4:00am - An IV was placed
4:45am - Dr. Moore checked on Janine, determined that she was dialated to 3cm and decided to postpone the administration of Petocin.
7:00am - Dialated to 4cm, 80% effaced
9:45am - Dr. Letinski arrived and checked Janine. She was dialated to about 5cm and about 85% effaced.
10:30am - Dr. Lentinsky evaluated Janine's progress and decided to start a petocin drip (1 mL /hr.
11:00am - Petocin drip increased to 2mL /Hr
11:40am - Janine climbed into the tub to try and relax.
1:15pm - Dialated to 6cm. Small dosage of morphine administered. Janine was able to sleep between contractions.
3:30pm Appointment - Found out that the ambiotic fluid levels where a little low, Dr. decided to send us directly to the Birth Center to be induced.
5:00pm - Checked in the birth center and was put in the triage section.
5:30pm - David left to buy the parts needed to repair the shower, thus turning back on the water in the house. He also picked up the last few things from the house.
5:45pm - Janine was placed in room 2303 for the duration.
9:00pm - Dr. and Nurse
10:00 pm - Called parents and find out that they had already arrived and that dad had repaired the shower. We invited them to the hospital on the condition that they bring us dinner.
Sat
12:00am - Settled down to sleep
3:30am - Nurse "Mo" came in to adjust the EFT to pick up the baby's heart rate better. Janine was feeling stronger contractions and cramping.
4:00am - An IV was placed
4:45am - Dr. Moore checked on Janine, determined that she was dialated to 3cm and decided to postpone the administration of Petocin.
7:00am - Dialated to 4cm, 80% effaced
9:45am - Dr. Letinski arrived and checked Janine. She was dialated to about 5cm and about 85% effaced.
10:30am - Dr. Lentinsky evaluated Janine's progress and decided to start a petocin drip (1 mL /hr.
11:00am - Petocin drip increased to 2mL /Hr
11:40am - Janine climbed into the tub to try and relax.
1:15pm - Dialated to 6cm. Small dosage of morphine administered. Janine was able to sleep between contractions.
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