Current events

Life definitely has been interesting at our house lately. A couple weeks ago, Paul wanted to do some hunting and set up some bear bait. It was our first time out together since I had Londyn and it was so nice to get outside and spend some time with each other. On our way home, we hit a deer which put Paul's truck in the shop for a week (He went through major with drawl not having his Titan). The next week, Paisley got sick with the flu. We sent Londyn over to Paul's parents house for four days so she didn't get sick too. That was one of the hardest things I've had to do. I needed to stay with Paisley so she wouldn't get other people sick. It was so sad, Paisley just wanted to lay down and be held all day (which is unusual because she is an energizer bunny). After Paul got home from work, I would go over to my in laws to bring over milk and hold my little Londyn. Needless to say, Paul and I were so relieved to have our family back together after four long days! Just for memories, here's a picture of Paul in all of his hunting get-up.

Our family of four

My sister Laci sent some pictures she took right after Londyn was born. I am so glad to have them! As you can see, Paisley didn't quite know what to think of this whole experience.

INTRODUCING...

LONDYN EMMA RICKS. Our little girl arrived on Thursday, October 1st at 11:01 pm. She weighed in at 7#6oz and measured 20" long. We are so relieved to have her here healthy and safe!
Paul and I arrived at the hospital around 12:30 Thursday afternoon. My doctor attempted an external cephalic version, which has a 30-50% success rate, to try and turn our breech baby. Luckily, she turned and tolerated the procedure pretty well. I was then induced with pitocin and labored all afternoon and evening. I was complete around 10:00 pm and started pushing. Londyn was posterior, so after 45 min. of little progress with pushing, my doctor decided to use a vacuum, hoping to help assist this little girl out. With 2 unsuccessful attempts, she didn't budge. I kept pushing for 10 more min. and my doctor was able to rotate her head around to an anterior position. With the next contraction, she was here!
Londyn is such a sweet, content little girl. I feel so blessed to have two healthy girls. I am so lucky to work in labor and delivery and with such amazing people. I was very well taken care of and I feel so blessed that I am able to work with my best friends.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

2 more days!!

We will be meeting our new little girl on Thursday, Oct 1st! The little stink is breech, so I am going into the hospital on Thursday for an external version to attempt turning her. If she turns, I'll be induced for a vaginal delivery. However, if she remains breech, I'll go straight back for a c/section. Either way, she'll be here in a couple days!! We are so excited. :)

Saturday, September 5, 2009

35 WEEKS!

5 more weeks!!! I can't wait to meet this new addition. My pregnancy has been great, the only thing I could really whine about is heartburn. This pregnancy has been just about the same as when I was pregnant with Paisley. I can't believe Paul and I are going to be parents of 2 in our 3 yrs of marriage! This is definately a change in what we originally planned. As crazy as it is, we wouldn't have it any other way.

We went to a Skyline football game last night and I couldn't help but snap this picture of these two. Aren't they the cutest?

Our Paisley Jaye

Paisley's favorite activity these days is watching her favorite show Finding Nemo, wrapping up in a blanket, and having a snack. She would watch this show over and over is she could get away with it. I love this little girl! I can't believe how fast she is growning up. She is talking all the time and is constantly busy, busy, busy. As soon as her dad walks in the door from work, she's joined at his hip. She doesn't leave him alone; he's got a cute little buddy :)

The imaginations of kids! Paisley took my velveeta cheese container and thought it'd work perfect as a pair of shoes, crazy girl.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Weekend in Island Park

We spent this last weekend in Island Park with my family boating, fishing, and hanging out at the cabin. It was so nice to get away and relax in the sun! Paisley loves to play with my sister Laci's kids Seth and Kinley. Thanks for a great weekend mom and dad. :)