1 week to go

Ok at the last doctors appointment there was no change for Stacey we are still at 1 cm and only half way effaced. Stacey was very disappointed after her appointment. Doctor also decided that she would like to see us again next Tuesday. We were not going to see her again before the induction on the 8th unless we were having the baby, but with Stacey's body not progressing like she would like, she decided to see her on Tuesday the 7th. If Stacey isn't any closer to having it then she will be admitted to the hospital on Tuesday night to ensure her body is ready for the induction on Wednesday morning. No need to worry this is not a complication just the doctor wanting to make sure things go like Stacey and I have requested.

On a better note Stacey didn't sleep well last night...I know I know that sounds crazy that her not sleeping is a good thing but it is because her body was really changing over night and she had two contractions. These contractions were only Braxston Hicks contractions but it was a big start. She then had a BH contraction again this morning. The funny thing about the contractions was that she had no idea she was having them. She was standing next to me this morning getting ready and all of a sudden did a deep knee bend...I had to ask what the heck was she doing... I was told she had a cramp that was in her lower back and in her lower abdomen. I had to tell her it was a contraction and not a cramp. At first Stacey didn't believe she as having them but the more she thought about it the more excited she got. It was disappointing that we did not have one the rest of the day but we know it is a start and we know no matter what we are only 1 week away from being parents!!!!

Inside 2 Weeks

After yesterdays Doctors appointment there was no change. We are still at 1cm and 50% effaced which means Baby Layton is not ready to show us what it might be!! After the check by the Doctor everything is OK with Stacey and the baby. Our induction date is Oct 8th and we have to be at the Hospital at 630am. We are still hoping Stacey will have it before having to be induced, but if not then we will have a baby no later then Oct 9th. Wow we couldn't be more excited right now!!

Our next Doctors appointment is Sept 30th.

The time is near!!

Well we had our doctors appointment this past Tuesday and we were told that Stacey is 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced (the baby is half way into the canal). The Doctor also told us that she is so busy right now that she wanted to schedule our induction. If Stacey does not have the baby by October 6th(which is her due date) then they will induce Stacey on the 8th which means we could have the baby on the 8th or the 9th. The baby's heart has been in the 140s every time, but this last time it was in the low 120s.(still normal)

Our next Doctors appointment is Tuesday Sept 23rd.

As a side note we would like to thank everyone involved in planning the two baby showers and all that bought us gifts and gave us gift cards. Everything that has been done has been appreciated and will not be forgotten!! Thanks!!

Baby Layton Update

We had our Doctors appointment today and all is well. We are 36 weeks today and the baby has turned head down!! Today's appointment was much more eventful than the past few. When the Doctor checked the baby's position she thought it was head down, but wanted to do an ultra-sound just to be sure. When we got in the room for the ultra-sound the Tech decided to have a little fun and gave us some 3D pics of our new baby!! (Only FACE....of course!!!) We thought you might like to see some of the photos.

Side by Side...Normal and 3D

Shhhhh.....I'm Sleeping!!!

Peek-a-Boo

Baby Class and Doctor update

Wow the baby classes are over!! It has been a long 6 classes in 4 weeks. Although we have learned a great deal we are both happy the classes are over! Over the last 4 weeks we have had 4 expecting parents classes, a new born baby care class, and a breastfeeding class...we are experts now!! YEAH RIGHT!! Ha Ha


We also had two doctors appointments in August and they both lasted a total of 20 minutes. (added together!!) I know I know no news is good news but it is just hard going time and time again and we are there for 10 minutes and out the door. Sometimes it kinda makes you feel like you aren't asking the right questions or doing the right things, but everyone goes through the same things we are sure. Our next Doctors appointment is Monday Sept 8th and then after that we start going weekly.



Stacey just turned 34 weeks this past Monday, so we have taken some pictures to share with you.

Baby's First Colts Game!!

Cardinals/Colts

Stacey and I have been VERY busy these last few weeks. I am putting a few pictures up of our latest adventures. I really haven't had a chance to add to our blog between our trips, the fair, and our baby classes!!

We made a trip to St. Louis a few weekends ago to see her grandparents and went to a Cardinals game.

Stacey with her Mom and Dad before the bus ride

Stacey with Grandma and Pop-Pop

We also made it to see the NEW Lucas Oil Stadium this past weekend.

What an amazing place!!

In our next post we will update on the Doctors appointments, the Baby Classes we have started, and the nursery...and YES it is done!!!

Let the Guessing Game Begin...

We have decided we wanted to hear our families guesses on when they think we will have the baby and what they think the sex will be. Stacey's due date is Oct 6th, so here is what the family thinks.


Stacey's Family

Mom -- Sept 29th and Girl
Dad -- Oct 8th and Boy
Grandma-- Oct 5th and Girl
Pop-Pop -- Sept 15th and Boy
Mindy(Sister) -- Oct 7th and Girl
Aunt Helen -- Oct 22nd and Girl
Aunt Nancy -- Oct 1st and Boy

Kris' Family

Mom -- Oct 4th and Boy
Dad -- Oct 7th and Girl
Lou(Step-Dad) -- Oct 5th and Boy
Laurie(Step-Mom) -- Oct 10th and Boy!!!!!! Ha Ha
Todd(Brother) -- Oct 5th and Boy
Danielle(Sister-in-law) -- Oct 10th and Boy
Cousin Damon --Oct 7th and Boy
Aunt Mickey -- Oct 8th and Boy
Cousin Alison -- Oct 3rd and Girl
Cousin Corey -- Oct 1st and Boy
Aunt Jody -- Oct 8th and Girl

Stacey's Pick

October 4th and although she has been back and forth she is now saying it will be a Boy!!

Kris' Pick

October 7th and Boy

We will update this blog entry as more of our family members weigh in.

Please feel free to add your guesses on date and sex to the comments.