Well we are in the home stretch, I am medically full term at this point. I had my second internal exam and there was NO cervical change. The GBS test was negative. Dr. Ronen said I was a boring patient, I'll take that as a blessing. He said that Alessia is a 'small baby', what do you mean? 'It will be an easy labor', what the heck does that mean? 'You know a few pushes and she'll be out'. Ummm, yeah, I am not going to count on that. Where is that exercise ball at again?
We also attended the last of our childbirth classes at the hospital. It was good because we were able to ask questions specfic to our hospital's policies and standards. They recommended an epidural for first time moms and to birth at home until 3-4 centimeters because it takes so long to get that point in the beginning. I will labor and deliver in the same room. I will also get to hold the baby immediately after birth for an hour before they take her back to the nursery for temperature check, bathing and glucose testing. Which takes about 3 hours and then they bring her back to me to nurse.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Sunday, December 14, 2008
36 weeks - The Last Month
Well I am in the final month and things are a changing. Last month, I gained a good amount of weight, this month not so much but I have had increased hormones and even some severe heartburn. I am up to 35 lbs in overall weight gain, see pics below....
I had my first internal exam and there was NO indication that the labor has begun. Cervix was long and closed, and baby at station -2. A little disappointing but it is still very early. I took the GBS test, aka B-Strep test at this doctor's visit. If results are positive there will be cautionary steps needed during delivery. I am now in the weekly ob appointment stage.
Baby Alessia is:
Vertex - head down
Posterior - She faces my belly, which backwards for delivery
We did take Alessia to her first NFL game. We went to the Houston Texans football game that was a big deal here because its the first Monday Night football game in 14 years. And you thought the first black President was a historical moment....just kidding.
We also had a maternity photo session. We will view the proofs on the 22nd and decide whether to burn them or buy a few. :) It was actually kinda fun, Michael made jokes the entire time. For some reason, he belives he is a seasoned super model! Oh my...
I had my first internal exam and there was NO indication that the labor has begun. Cervix was long and closed, and baby at station -2. A little disappointing but it is still very early. I took the GBS test, aka B-Strep test at this doctor's visit. If results are positive there will be cautionary steps needed during delivery. I am now in the weekly ob appointment stage.
Baby Alessia is:
Vertex - head down
Posterior - She faces my belly, which backwards for delivery
We did take Alessia to her first NFL game. We went to the Houston Texans football game that was a big deal here because its the first Monday Night football game in 14 years. And you thought the first black President was a historical moment....just kidding.
We also had a maternity photo session. We will view the proofs on the 22nd and decide whether to burn them or buy a few. :) It was actually kinda fun, Michael made jokes the entire time. For some reason, he belives he is a seasoned super model! Oh my...
35 weeks - Thanksgiving week
Well we are bummed out as we had to cancel our Thanksgiving plans. We were to fly to Oklahoma to see family but the doctor advised against it so we stayed here in Houston. We did enjoy a great Thanksgiving feast at Marissa's mom's house with her and Rene. It was soooo good.
We also missed our surprise baby shower in Oklahoma for the Sunday after Thanksgiving! More bummed!
We did use the time off to work on the nursery and play with all the shower gifts. Everyone was so generous, so thank you to all! We are blessed to have family and friends such you.
We hung up the nursery border and orgainzed alot of things. Michael put together the car seat and stroller, so cute to see him so determined. I still need to wash the crib and bassinett bedding and Alessia's clothing.
We also missed our surprise baby shower in Oklahoma for the Sunday after Thanksgiving! More bummed!
We did use the time off to work on the nursery and play with all the shower gifts. Everyone was so generous, so thank you to all! We are blessed to have family and friends such you.
We hung up the nursery border and orgainzed alot of things. Michael put together the car seat and stroller, so cute to see him so determined. I still need to wash the crib and bassinett bedding and Alessia's clothing.
34 weeks - Dallas baby shower
This weekend we had a fun couple's shower in Dallas. They put in alot of details and great food to make it a blast. I think Daisy had 10 games ready for us to play, although we didnt play all the games, she made sure the guys participated and it was hiliarous. The guys were great sportsmen. One of the funniest things I have to mention is that Michael was made to wear a pink tool belt with a bottle brush, destin diaper rash cream, teether, bottle, burp clothes, etc. Hilarious!
Friends and family were so sweet and geniuely excited for Michael and I.
Additional photos can be viewed here:
http://share.shutterfly.com/share/received/welcome.sfly?fid=e83d5966c88f61c726cd1d30d33b21f1&sid=8QZtWzJu1buQA
I broke out in a rash again on my ankles and lower legs. Itching was so bad, I didnt go to work, feet were swollen too. My doctor was out of town and didnt get in to see his partner because I might infect other pregnant women???? WTH So I went to my family practioner because I was suffering.
Friends and family were so sweet and geniuely excited for Michael and I.
Additional photos can be viewed here:
http://share.shutterfly.com/share/received/welcome.sfly?fid=e83d5966c88f61c726cd1d30d33b21f1&sid=8QZtWzJu1buQA
I broke out in a rash again on my ankles and lower legs. Itching was so bad, I didnt go to work, feet were swollen too. My doctor was out of town and didnt get in to see his partner because I might infect other pregnant women???? WTH So I went to my family practioner because I was suffering.
Monday, November 17, 2008
33 weeks - More Baby Love & New Ultrasound
This past weekend, Michael and I went to visit his family in San Antonio. They showered baby Alessia with the cutest clothes and necessities....
Additional photos can be viewed here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/anissahope/SorolaBabyShower
Today starts my 33rd week, seven more weeks to go! We had a doctor's appointment today with a new ultrasound! Baby Alessia is 4lbs and 7oz by measurements of her head, femur bone and abdomen. Due date is still the first week of January. The doctor will not induce unless for a medical condition or if the cervix measurements are high, which is unlikely for a first time mom. Next appointment in three weeks will be a pelvic exam, uh-okay I guess.
This is a ultrasound pic of her face, not too glamourous if you ask me. The ultrasound tech sees these pics all day and was probably not as excited as us.
Additional photos can be viewed here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/anissahope/SorolaBabyShower
Today starts my 33rd week, seven more weeks to go! We had a doctor's appointment today with a new ultrasound! Baby Alessia is 4lbs and 7oz by measurements of her head, femur bone and abdomen. Due date is still the first week of January. The doctor will not induce unless for a medical condition or if the cervix measurements are high, which is unlikely for a first time mom. Next appointment in three weeks will be a pelvic exam, uh-okay I guess.
This is a ultrasound pic of her face, not too glamourous if you ask me. The ultrasound tech sees these pics all day and was probably not as excited as us.
32 weeks- Showering the Baby
This is week I had two wonderful showers in Houston. They were both at my favorite resturant Maggiano's!
On friday afternoon, Claudia hosted a shower with some good friends I have made over the years at Apache Corporation!
Additional photos can be view at:
http://picasaweb.google.com/anissahope/BabyShowerWithMyApacheGirlfriends
On Saturday afternoon, my girlfriends from Houston meet up and had a feast!
Additonal pictures can be viewed at: http://picasaweb.google.com/anissahope/HoustonBabyShower
On friday afternoon, Claudia hosted a shower with some good friends I have made over the years at Apache Corporation!
Additional photos can be view at:
http://picasaweb.google.com/anissahope/BabyShowerWithMyApacheGirlfriends
On Saturday afternoon, my girlfriends from Houston meet up and had a feast!
Additonal pictures can be viewed at: http://picasaweb.google.com/anissahope/HoustonBabyShower
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Alessia Callie Sorola
We finalized the name! No more suggestions or compliants PLEASE, we are ready to move on. We hope you like it, Cheese N Rice!
Alessia is pronounced: A-LEE-see-a
Callie is pronounced: KAL-ee
Alessia is pronounced: A-LEE-see-a
Callie is pronounced: KAL-ee
Monday, November 3, 2008
31 weeks- 4D Ultrasound
I had my three-hour glucose test for gestational diabetes. Michael arrived at 8am, I drank a highly sweetened drink and they took four blood samples over three hours. I really hope I passed, otherwise the doctor will be forced to put me on a diet.
Speaking of diet, I weigh 30 lbs heavier at 31 weeks. Not so good, since I have two months left! Can you belive it, two months left!
No ultrasound at the doctor's office. So we went to an elective ultrasound center where they take 3D pictures and a 4D video clip. I gotta be honest, most of the 3D pictures look the same to me but the 4D video clip makes it worth the money.
We were able to see her:
Open her eyes, Stick out her tongue, Smile, Drink in fluid, Suck her thumb and it was truly amazing!
What was really cute, was when Michael would talk to her in his "soothing voice", she would smile. See the picture below.
We also confirmed that she is still a little girl, has plenty of fluid, not breech and she measured a few days behind. Which probably means she going to be a little small, or she could have a delayed growth spurt. Who knows, but I am small frame women but weighed over 9 lbs when I was born.
The video is 20 minutes, I will post a reduced version later...
And this what I looked like when we took the ultrasound pictures above, YIKES!
Speaking of diet, I weigh 30 lbs heavier at 31 weeks. Not so good, since I have two months left! Can you belive it, two months left!
No ultrasound at the doctor's office. So we went to an elective ultrasound center where they take 3D pictures and a 4D video clip. I gotta be honest, most of the 3D pictures look the same to me but the 4D video clip makes it worth the money.
We were able to see her:
Open her eyes, Stick out her tongue, Smile, Drink in fluid, Suck her thumb and it was truly amazing!
What was really cute, was when Michael would talk to her in his "soothing voice", she would smile. See the picture below.
We also confirmed that she is still a little girl, has plenty of fluid, not breech and she measured a few days behind. Which probably means she going to be a little small, or she could have a delayed growth spurt. Who knows, but I am small frame women but weighed over 9 lbs when I was born.
The video is 20 minutes, I will post a reduced version later...
And this what I looked like when we took the ultrasound pictures above, YIKES!
30 weeks - Lots of movement
I have been feeling the baby alot lately. She kicks and stretches qutie often, especiallly after eating and when I am lying down. I have been working alot, long hours but its almost like a split shift, so I am able to take a two-hour nap some days which helps. So we nap together :)
Not much to report since I was out of town for 12 days, more next update.
When I am out in the field, we do have a trailer house to lounge in and cool off in. Someone offered to call the rental company and request a bassinett, ha ha so funny!
Not much to report since I was out of town for 12 days, more next update.
When I am out in the field, we do have a trailer house to lounge in and cool off in. Someone offered to call the rental company and request a bassinett, ha ha so funny!
29 weeks- Fat Girl and Nursery part 2
Well I guess I put my foot in my mouth. I failed my glucose test, which is a pre-screening for diabetes. Of course, my appointment was at 3pm and I had a huge lunch at a conference with dessert. I had no instructions to fast beforehand so I didnt. Hopefully I am not at risk and it was just my big fat lunch that made me fail!
Well the nursery looked so fresh and so clean that I asked Michael to keep going....and paint the base boards and the closet! It ended up being more work than I thought. I tapped up all the edging for him but because Home Depot gave us the wrong tint, he had to paint twice. Oops.
We went to the Houston Dynamo game (soccer) against LA Galaxy. It was so much fun, even though David Beckham was suspended. I wanted to see my other baby-daddy but he didnt attend. We had good seats and the weather was great!
Michael and I put the crib together, which seemed to be the easy piece to assemble of three. I messed up on the dresser and Michael had to repair it for me, I nailed the backing to the front the dressser!
Note: Coco our chocolate cocker helping out and Yoshi our siamese being nosey!
Well the nursery looked so fresh and so clean that I asked Michael to keep going....and paint the base boards and the closet! It ended up being more work than I thought. I tapped up all the edging for him but because Home Depot gave us the wrong tint, he had to paint twice. Oops.
We went to the Houston Dynamo game (soccer) against LA Galaxy. It was so much fun, even though David Beckham was suspended. I wanted to see my other baby-daddy but he didnt attend. We had good seats and the weather was great!
Michael and I put the crib together, which seemed to be the easy piece to assemble of three. I messed up on the dresser and Michael had to repair it for me, I nailed the backing to the front the dressser!
Note: Coco our chocolate cocker helping out and Yoshi our siamese being nosey!
28 weeks - Started the nursery
We cleaned out the spare bedroom to make room for the nursery! Michael began painting. We experimented with a two-tone room, sage on the top half and beige on the bottom half. It did look so good so we ended painting the entire walls sage green.
Because of the fumes, I worked on the baby furniture. Each of three pieces, changer, dresser and crib are shipped in a box and must be assembled....UGH. So far so good, I completed the changer and started on the dresser.
Because of the fumes, I worked on the baby furniture. Each of three pieces, changer, dresser and crib are shipped in a box and must be assembled....UGH. So far so good, I completed the changer and started on the dresser.
Friday, October 3, 2008
27 weeks - Third Trimester!
Well the second trimester went by really fast with work, the hurricane and Cancun. That’s too bad because they say that’s the best time too. I am up to a 20-pound weight gain. Not too bad, its average but I’d rather be on the low end of the range instead of the high end….too many sweets in my life. I eat a lot of peanut butter, bananas and guzzle skim milk which is good but I must confess I pretty much eat a dessert DAILY! Like its a vitamin or something :)
Finally this rash seems to be going away this week, two weeks later, and after it moved from my tummy to my boobs. It’s not kosher to scratch your breast at work, especially in the oil industry.
With some awesome help from Imrana we went Babies R Us and registered this week. Mike had fun of course, I was on a mission since it was a weekday and thanks to Imrana, we were finished in 30 minutes. All the bedding is online at ewish.com so that was simply but I’ll go to Target this weekend to scan away.
Imrana also sent us the cutest wood letters that spell out the baby's name to hang in the nursery. They are pink with iridescent glitter, hung by chic little lace loops. It gets me excited to get after the nursery.
We worked hard on picking the spelling of her name this week. We visited websites that pronounce the names for you, so we have narrowed it down to two spellings: Alessia or Alissia.
Finally this rash seems to be going away this week, two weeks later, and after it moved from my tummy to my boobs. It’s not kosher to scratch your breast at work, especially in the oil industry.
With some awesome help from Imrana we went Babies R Us and registered this week. Mike had fun of course, I was on a mission since it was a weekday and thanks to Imrana, we were finished in 30 minutes. All the bedding is online at ewish.com so that was simply but I’ll go to Target this weekend to scan away.
Imrana also sent us the cutest wood letters that spell out the baby's name to hang in the nursery. They are pink with iridescent glitter, hung by chic little lace loops. It gets me excited to get after the nursery.
We worked hard on picking the spelling of her name this week. We visited websites that pronounce the names for you, so we have narrowed it down to two spellings: Alessia or Alissia.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
26 weeks - no new ultrasound
We went to the doctor this week and he said her little heartbeat sounded good. I took the glucose test and I am waiting for blood results. The bottle did say I was supposed to fast 12 hours before the test, no one said anything to me so I had a slice chocolate
cream pie at my luncheon event that day.
I really wanted to see the baby via ultrasound, but it didnt happen. I am curious with all her movement, as it has gotten stronger. Is she making a fist yet, is she blowing bubbles or sucking her thumb, how big is she, stuff like that. Next appointment is at 29 weeks, where I will have another ultrasound, maybe.
The textbook says: Your baby weighs just under 2 pounds and could possibly survive if delivered now. Your baby measures approximately 9.2 inches from crown to rump.
I really want to change doctors, but its hard finding one, I have referrals but what if I go through three of those before I find one I like it!
We’ve been slow in registering but we did open registries at Target and Babies R US (BRU) online.
Good luck to her dad that will ride his bike to the beach this weekend for the MS Society, from San Antonio to Corpus over two days.
cream pie at my luncheon event that day.
I really wanted to see the baby via ultrasound, but it didnt happen. I am curious with all her movement, as it has gotten stronger. Is she making a fist yet, is she blowing bubbles or sucking her thumb, how big is she, stuff like that. Next appointment is at 29 weeks, where I will have another ultrasound, maybe.
The textbook says: Your baby weighs just under 2 pounds and could possibly survive if delivered now. Your baby measures approximately 9.2 inches from crown to rump.
I really want to change doctors, but its hard finding one, I have referrals but what if I go through three of those before I find one I like it!
We’ve been slow in registering but we did open registries at Target and Babies R US (BRU) online.
Good luck to her dad that will ride his bike to the beach this weekend for the MS Society, from San Antonio to Corpus over two days.
25 weeks - Viability
This weeks marks the milestone of viability; 'With modern medical technology, your baby would have a chance to survive if it were born now.' Amazing but true, we have witnessed this miracle through Danica Lynn and she is a healthy and strong one year old!
Cancun was beautiful of course! I somehow survived being pregnant in the tropics looking at others in bikinis while I was wearing a biohazard suit. I do think I may have a mistake though. I didn’t want to have a farmer’s tan so I did sunbathe my tummy a little. I may have started a revolution of some kind because my body is killing with a rash that itches, burns and stings! The rash started that same night on my belly, then the next day it moved to my hips and pelvic area. So I have been applying Caladryl and taking Benadryl at night. It started to clear up after a few days then Montezuma’s revenge hit with the rash all over my breast. Gosh it hurts……Help me.
Cancun was beautiful of course! I somehow survived being pregnant in the tropics looking at others in bikinis while I was wearing a biohazard suit. I do think I may have a mistake though. I didn’t want to have a farmer’s tan so I did sunbathe my tummy a little. I may have started a revolution of some kind because my body is killing with a rash that itches, burns and stings! The rash started that same night on my belly, then the next day it moved to my hips and pelvic area. So I have been applying Caladryl and taking Benadryl at night. It started to clear up after a few days then Montezuma’s revenge hit with the rash all over my breast. Gosh it hurts……Help me.
24 weeks - Hurricane Ike
Well this is an interesting time, at six months pregnant I technically survived a hurricane in Houston! The nursery will be delayed as we repair all the damages from Hurricane Ike.
Shoutout to Mike for tarping the roof in the rain and then patching the roof and two other neighboors'.
The good news is that we live from Cancun in two days, leaving all the Houston Hurricane drama behind, for awhile anyway.
Shoutout to Mike for tarping the roof in the rain and then patching the roof and two other neighboors'.
The good news is that we live from Cancun in two days, leaving all the Houston Hurricane drama behind, for awhile anyway.
23 weeks
The boob fairy has been demoted. Lets just say that they things are starting to look down, they aint looking up any more! She also brought a friend along named stretch marks. She is now known as the boob witch in this household!
Saturday, September 6, 2008
22 weeks - No more innie????
WTC: What the craze! So Michael made a man comment the other day to this pregnant lady, me of course.. He said that my innie belly-button was becoming a big fat outtie. Sure enough, my little innie is rising to the top. For real, this is not cool. I do not want a belly-button protruding out past my belly. But if this worse body damage, I guess I can I saw I got off light :) Michael was also nice enough to notice and celebrate the boob fairy paying a visit to our home, oh brother.
I have gained about 15 pounds and this little girl only weighs one pound, you do the math!
There has been talk of baby shower dates already, how exciting! Its really sweet to have such loving friends and family to host such an event. I can't wait.
We received the crib bedding this week and its soooo cute. The colors of the nursery are going to be pink, sage and ivory. We can now move forward with the paint selection since we have our colors. We are going to paint the celery/sage green and add a wallborder border. The crib furniture is antique white or ivory. This is the FUN part! PS: I love ebay!
We are going to Cancun with the Sorola aunts and uncles. I guess you could call it our little babymoon. However, finding a maternity bathing suit has been no small feat, and I off to search the web once more for one...
I have gained about 15 pounds and this little girl only weighs one pound, you do the math!
There has been talk of baby shower dates already, how exciting! Its really sweet to have such loving friends and family to host such an event. I can't wait.
We received the crib bedding this week and its soooo cute. The colors of the nursery are going to be pink, sage and ivory. We can now move forward with the paint selection since we have our colors. We are going to paint the celery/sage green and add a wallborder border. The crib furniture is antique white or ivory. This is the FUN part! PS: I love ebay!
We are going to Cancun with the Sorola aunts and uncles. I guess you could call it our little babymoon. However, finding a maternity bathing suit has been no small feat, and I off to search the web once more for one...
Friday, September 5, 2008
21 weeks - I'm feeling the baby!
So we dragged our friend Amos Alvarez to a popular spot in Houston to take some pictures of Michael and I, he was sweet and obliged. We wanted to take a few snap shots to send out pregnancy announcements that we are having a little girl. So check your snail mail, you should see yours soon. Below are some of the shots.
I noticed that when I we settle down for my bath at night, I could feel some small thumps here and there. Sorta like a strong heartbeat type of thump. Then I saw it! This little baby was moving around and pushed her arm or leg up and out of my belly. I dont know what kind of party was going on in there, but I thought it was pretty cool to feel her move finally. Of course, I couldn't resist poking back to get to interact with me :)
I noticed that when I we settle down for my bath at night, I could feel some small thumps here and there. Sorta like a strong heartbeat type of thump. Then I saw it! This little baby was moving around and pushed her arm or leg up and out of my belly. I dont know what kind of party was going on in there, but I thought it was pretty cool to feel her move finally. Of course, I couldn't resist poking back to get to interact with me :)
Friday, August 22, 2008
20 weeks - the big ultrasound
I went to the doctor had the anatomy scan. First the tech checked the length my cervix, it was good and long. Then via sonograph ultrasound they measured the head and femur bone, looked at the heart, bladder, cerebellum, stomach and kidneys. Everything looked good. She also checked the four pockets of fluid, told me to drink a little more water in the day. They did push my due date back to January 9th based on head and femur measurements.
The heartbeat was 156 BPM and the baby's estimated weight was 10oz. I am at 135 lbs, gaining about 11 lbs so far.
They checked the gender when the cord was not in the way, still three lines, still a girl.
She was very active, and moved around alot. She is breech position but no big deal since there is still plenty of room to move around. She was fully extended with legs out and she would kick when the tech would prod her with the ultrasound wand, too cute. Her hands were up by her face.
Then I met with the doctor and he said my bloodwork looked good, tested negative for Down's syndrome.
Next appointment is at 25 weeks when I will do the glucose test.
Below is a spooky picture of her face, you can see the eyes of her skelton. The large dark area to the left is the brain. The small round bright area near her face are her little bitty hands.
The heartbeat was 156 BPM and the baby's estimated weight was 10oz. I am at 135 lbs, gaining about 11 lbs so far.
They checked the gender when the cord was not in the way, still three lines, still a girl.
She was very active, and moved around alot. She is breech position but no big deal since there is still plenty of room to move around. She was fully extended with legs out and she would kick when the tech would prod her with the ultrasound wand, too cute. Her hands were up by her face.
Then I met with the doctor and he said my bloodwork looked good, tested negative for Down's syndrome.
Next appointment is at 25 weeks when I will do the glucose test.
Below is a spooky picture of her face, you can see the eyes of her skelton. The large dark area to the left is the brain. The small round bright area near her face are her little bitty hands.
19 weeks - choosing a name!
Michael and I decided to make two separate name lists and then see if we chose any name the same! Below are the lists we came up with separately:
Michael's list:
Amabella
Izabella
Juliana
Hope
Callie Anissa
Callie Bird
Callie Hope
Callie Rebecca
Angelina
Anissa's List:
Anjeli
Angelina
Asteria
Alisia
Lauryn
Nathalia
Tatianna
Thalia
So we have come together and both like: Alisia Callie
Michael's list:
Amabella
Izabella
Juliana
Hope
Callie Anissa
Callie Bird
Callie Hope
Callie Rebecca
Angelina
Anissa's List:
Anjeli
Angelina
Asteria
Alisia
Lauryn
Nathalia
Tatianna
Thalia
So we have come together and both like: Alisia Callie
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