As I go through my life, driving, filing my nails, making supper, taking a shower.. I have a million thoughts I want to get down. When I sit down to write, nothing nada zip!
I guess I can write about my latest personal endeavor. We're doing "the biggest loser" at work and I've decided to join. They did round one a few months ago and I didn't participate, mostly because I HATE dieting and eating health in general. I do however WANT to have a healthier lifestyle and I think weekly weigh ins with everyone watching (plus the added incentive of a financial loss/gain) is the only thing thats going to motivate me to get my butt in gear.
I'm not altogether unhappy with my weight. Its within the recommended BMI. I'm also not all that unhappy with the way my body looks, but over the years (and after a baby) its not what it used to be or even could be. I have my insecurities and my "I wish my...'s " like everyone else does but apparently those have never been great enough to make me do something about it. So I suppose I'll blog about that and maybe it will help! :)
I've joined myfitnesspal.com to track my food and exercise. It's amazing how keeping track of your daily food intake makes you so aware of what you eat! I used to eat things all the time that would probably triple the recommended daily caloric intake! So far I"ve been able to keep within the recommended calories (or close). I'm not seeing much of a difference in weight or looks, but then its also only been 3 days, LOL. :)
The holidays are also rapidly approaching which should make it even more interesting. I'm not good about portion control or saying no to things I LOVE if they're right there for the taking. I guess i'll find out how much self control and will power I have!
Piper is growing so fast. She's 16 months now and I'm amazed by her every day. She'll do something I didn't know she knew how to and i'm constantly wondering how or where she learned that! She continues to eat like its her job, but she's right on track for weight. She's only in the 6% percentile for height, lol but no one in either side of our families is very tall.
We frequently get asked when baby #2 is going to be on the way and that is the million dollar question (from myself included!) The first time you dont' know what you're getting into, so you decide to start trying, and you're none the wiser. The second time around you know whats coming and you already have one, so its a little bit scarier. I also want to find the right balance for timing. I want to be a part of and enjoy every milestone and moments of development with Piper and I think sometimes people rush into a second one and miss out on a lot with the first one. I also don't want to wait too long, as I want 4 (or so) kids. As I'm nearing 30, we're on a little bit of a time crunch.
I guess you just do your best to follow God's plan!
Thats it for now..I promise I'll TRY to write more next time!
Love Always,
Em
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Gulp.
My Piper is sick. :( Well not really. She's better now but I'm still not happy about the follow up. On the outside she seems very happy and healthy. She has the best disposition. Not overly fussy, no fever, or really any symptoms.
About 2 weeks ago I noticed that her urine had a very strong, foul odor. I had kind of considered a UTI but thought she was too young so I googled it. According to several mothers on babycenter.com their children all had strong, foul urine right before a tooth would pop through. Piper had been teething so I considered it a possibility, but was still concerned so I called the clinic. Dr. Pek wanted to run a UA on a urine sample just to be sure.
Most of you have probably not had to try to obtain a urine sample from a 6 month old female but let me tell you it is NOT as easy as it sounds. 7 pedi-bags and 48 diapers later I FINALLY got a sample and took it to the lab.
They called me that same day to let me know that Piper had a UTI. :( They prescribed an antibiotic and sent the sample in for a culture and sensitivity to see what grew and what antibiotic it was susceptible to. So we took the omnicef for 10 days. Then I took piper in for her 6 month old well child check and we got all her shots. :( The dr. also said that after reviewing her culture, which came back positive that she would like to refer Piper to a pediatric nephrologist.
So the nurse from the nephrologist's office called and said they would see us Thursday Feb 16th but she also has to have some tests done before her appointment with the doctor and my heart is just breaking thinking about all the horrible things she has to have done. :( I KNOW we have to do it but its just going to be awful. They are trying to rule out Vesicoureteral Reflux which is where urine refluxes back up in to the kidneys and can cause kidney damage if not caught early. Apparently in infants UTIs are very uncommon and if they do occur its more likely due to some abnormality rather than external causes.
SO keep us in your prayers and we'll keep you posted.
About 2 weeks ago I noticed that her urine had a very strong, foul odor. I had kind of considered a UTI but thought she was too young so I googled it. According to several mothers on babycenter.com their children all had strong, foul urine right before a tooth would pop through. Piper had been teething so I considered it a possibility, but was still concerned so I called the clinic. Dr. Pek wanted to run a UA on a urine sample just to be sure.
Most of you have probably not had to try to obtain a urine sample from a 6 month old female but let me tell you it is NOT as easy as it sounds. 7 pedi-bags and 48 diapers later I FINALLY got a sample and took it to the lab.
They called me that same day to let me know that Piper had a UTI. :( They prescribed an antibiotic and sent the sample in for a culture and sensitivity to see what grew and what antibiotic it was susceptible to. So we took the omnicef for 10 days. Then I took piper in for her 6 month old well child check and we got all her shots. :( The dr. also said that after reviewing her culture, which came back positive that she would like to refer Piper to a pediatric nephrologist.
So the nurse from the nephrologist's office called and said they would see us Thursday Feb 16th but she also has to have some tests done before her appointment with the doctor and my heart is just breaking thinking about all the horrible things she has to have done. :( I KNOW we have to do it but its just going to be awful. They are trying to rule out Vesicoureteral Reflux which is where urine refluxes back up in to the kidneys and can cause kidney damage if not caught early. Apparently in infants UTIs are very uncommon and if they do occur its more likely due to some abnormality rather than external causes.
SO keep us in your prayers and we'll keep you posted.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Let's Try This Again
Okay so its been two years since I've posted and that just seems shameful! SO much has happened in my life in these past two years and I'm embarrassed that I've been slacking!
Really there's only one major notable thing in my life that has happened..
Her name is Piper Jo. She's the most amazing, perfect blessing. She is 6 months old now (I know! So sad that its taken me this long to share my joy with you!). I can't begin to describe the joy of being a mother, and to share that joy every day with Brad. It's everything I could have ever hoped for.
We wake up together every day and I still feel like its a dream. I look at her and think "Are you really mine?" She's such a happy, healthy, exuberant baby. I love to laugh with her and watch everything she does as she learns about and explores the world around her. Her enthusiasm and interest is contagious. Its hard not to be excited when you're around her. As we age, we forget to appreciate the wonder of the little things in life and its exciting to rediscover that through her!
There's so much to share and I couldn't begin to document it all in this one post, so trust me there will be more to follow. For now, I'll sign off saying that there aren't enough words in the english dictionary to describe the strength of the love I feel for her. But if you're a mom (well a parent really) you already know what I'm talking about.
Really there's only one major notable thing in my life that has happened..
Her name is Piper Jo. She's the most amazing, perfect blessing. She is 6 months old now (I know! So sad that its taken me this long to share my joy with you!). I can't begin to describe the joy of being a mother, and to share that joy every day with Brad. It's everything I could have ever hoped for.
We wake up together every day and I still feel like its a dream. I look at her and think "Are you really mine?" She's such a happy, healthy, exuberant baby. I love to laugh with her and watch everything she does as she learns about and explores the world around her. Her enthusiasm and interest is contagious. Its hard not to be excited when you're around her. As we age, we forget to appreciate the wonder of the little things in life and its exciting to rediscover that through her!
There's so much to share and I couldn't begin to document it all in this one post, so trust me there will be more to follow. For now, I'll sign off saying that there aren't enough words in the english dictionary to describe the strength of the love I feel for her. But if you're a mom (well a parent really) you already know what I'm talking about.
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