tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37747425423384112242024-03-21T22:35:06.534-07:00The Bryant's..nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-69571839101649620192012-04-21T05:36:00.005-07:002012-04-21T05:38:22.810-07:00And we have a 1 month old!<div style="text-align: right;">
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Time has went by soooo fast! And I've loved every second! He's the most precious little baby and I can't get enough of him. He's so happy and smiles so much. He's found his little voice and has started making little sweet sounds. He's really a content baby, only crying when he's hungry or gassy. He loves laying on the changing table in the living room and looking out the window. We can strap him in and he'd lay there until it's time to eat again, if we'd let him. Dusty dog loves him to death. If he is crying, Dusty runs and lays by his side. When we pull in the garage and come in the house, he'll run and sit by the back car door until we get baby out and inside; I have no doubt in my mind they'll grow up to be best buddies. (At least until Emerson starts tugging on his tail!) Emerson loves to ride and, like his momma, loves going to get Mexican food, *wink. I go back to work in 3 weeks. I know that's going to be the hardest day, ever! I look forward in getting my routine back but thinking about being away from him just makes me so sad. Being in the care of someone else, family or not, just doesn't set well with me. But a zillion other moms have done it so I know I'll be just fine. <b>9 lb 10 oz, 22.5 in.</b></div>
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He seems to be more alert during the day and feeding a bit more often. I can't wait to see how much he's grown at his next doctor's appointment. He makes the cutest noises and snorts; it's just adorable. He's such a sweet, happy baby!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Emerson had his first holiday and church service this past weekend! Easter! He was alert for most of the day, taking in all the new faces and new places. It was such a wonderful weekend!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div>I can't say time has flown, because it's really went by kind of slow, which I absolutely love. I enjoy every second with my little man. He's the sweetest little baby - still eating, sleeping and going through lots of diapers. He still snorts like a little piglet when fussy, which is totally normal and a bit adorable. He still gives the most serious of looks. It's like he's studying and absorbing everything. </div><div><br />
</div><div>We had a small scare this past Friday. For the previous 2 days he had not kept anything down and was getting choked, taking a bit to catch his breath. Scary stuff! So we made our first (and hopefully last) trip to Children's to make sure he was ok. Turns out, he has horrible reflux and was very gassy. We have to feed him upright and take the bottle out of his mouth every 15-20 seconds to let him catch his breath and allow what he just drank to settle a bit. So far, he's done wonderful. What a relief, we were very scared!</div><div><br />
</div><div>We're looking forward to our first church service this Sunday and our first holiday, Easter! He'll get to meet some more of our families, although were still not "passing him around" quite yet. So many people excited to meet this beautiful blessing!</div><div><br />
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</div>As I type, my little man is down for his morning nap. He is such a sweet, loving, perfect little baby. I'm so in love! His first week of life has been busy doing what all babies like to do - sleep, eat, with diapers in between. Except for maybe two nights, he sleeps through the night getting up only once for a short time. Such a good baby! <div><br />
</div><div>His face is so full of expression; he makes some of the cutest little faces. I could just sit and stare at him all day. No matter what he's doing, it's just cute. He makes us smile all the time. </div><div><br />
</div><div>His first Pediatrics appointment went well. It was 2 days after we came home from the hospital and he was up 4 ounces. He is healthy and perfect in every way. We are are nursing with some formula supplementation. He seems to always kick the blankets off his legs while sleeping, which is cute because we do too! He loves, loves, loves his little head to be rubbed. And believe it or not, he loves his sponge baths. </div><div><br />
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Pictures from today's shower are on our picture site, <a href="http://jbryantfamily.shutterfly.com/pictures/225"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">here</span></b></a>.nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-70596285524701429652012-03-08T10:23:00.001-08:002012-03-09T03:56:40.213-08:0037 weeks: UpdateMy 37 week appointment Wednesday was perfect. Little bit was measuring right on target and his heartbeat was so strong and beautiful. I get one final ultrasound after all on my 38 week appointment this coming Tuesday, to check position, weight and fluid level. I'm excited to get a sneak peak before the big day....just 11 more days! <br />
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Wear my Old Navy Blue Jean Skirt. <3 As most know, I had lost 65-70 lbs prior to the pregnancy. I had never felt so good about myself, ever! It was my favorite piece! I've gained between 20-25 lbs the entire pregnancy and being due in 15 days, not bad at all! My little skirt hangs in the front of my closet anxiously awaiting my return! <br />
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Hit the gym! It was my passion! I had exceeded so many personal goals and pushed myself above any limits I ever thought my body, or mentality, was capable of reaching. Me and the gym...yea, never thought that love affair was possible. I'll see you soon!!<br />
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Get my tan on! This current shade<br />
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The week is moving by rather quickly. We had the first round of nasty storms last night, which put us in the closet for a bit. If you really know me, you know I really, really hate storms! They are calling for them again tomorrow night; not looking forward to them at all! I pray little Emo doesn't get my fear of storms. <br />
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</div>nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-66062514375516269902012-02-25T08:07:00.004-08:002012-02-26T05:11:01.961-08:00It's almost time!Between work, preparing for baby, family times, etc., we've been busy little bees. I'm sorry I've been totally neglectful of the blog but now that things have evened out a bit, and with baby scheduled to arrive in just a few weeks, this will be our outlet to keep family and friends updated. <br />
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Pregnancy<br />
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Baby is doing great. I've absolutely enjoyed my pregnancy; what a beautiful experience! The special bond it is to me, is really indescribable. But yet as I lie here writing, and feel his sweet rolls and touches, it's still all surreal. Even when we see his movements, I don't think I've yet to grasp that yes, we're really have this precious child. My heart is over joyous and I can't wait to hold him in my arms! <br />
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Baby<br />
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Emerson has been a very active little guy. And we've loved every second. Our last ultrasound was the first week of January and he weighed 2.14. I've consistently measured a week ahead development wise the entire pregnancy, so he should now be a little over 6 lbs. I only have 3 Dr's appointments left until he arrives so hopefully we'll get one last ultrasound before delivery to see how much he's grown.<br />
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Delivery/Doctor Visits<br />
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Unless he decides to make an early entrance, Emerson will arrive via Cesarean on Tuesday, March 20 around 7:00a. <br />
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We start our weekly OB appointments this week (36w). We also have our pre-admission appointment with Labor & Delivery. Only 24 days to go! <br />
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Pictures<br />
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Although some pics will be posted on here to go with posts, our picture sight is: <br />
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Here, I'll post all pictures and you'll have the opportunity to order. <br />
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Home<br />
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The house is coming along great! The nursery is ready and turned out absolutely perfect! We've done small projects throughout the house and his dad built a gorgeous pantry/shelving unit for the kitchen, giving us must have extra space for all things baby. Next Saturday is Operation: Cinderella Clean Day! We'll be finishing up all the small things, cleaning everything and getting all the baby stuff put together. Mom will be up to help get our spare bedroom decorated; I'm looking forward to their visit. My church shower is the following weekend (11th) and the very next weekend we will enjoy our time together before little one arrives that Tuesday. (and get lots of rest)nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-71648138877093367142011-12-04T17:20:00.001-08:002012-02-25T19:19:00.777-08:00Operation: Nursery<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Check it out <span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b><a href="http://jbryantfamily.shutterfly.com/pictures/8">here</a></b>. </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-273200048111600112011-11-27T12:33:00.001-08:002011-11-27T15:49:19.902-08:00We have kicking!It took me a bit to decide if it was actually thumping from our sweet baby to be or my body twinging, but kicking won! I started feeling them during week 22 and they've consistently gotten stronger and more frequent; I love it. <br />
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I thought I felt the baby kick for the first time last Sunday but wasn't for sure. Thanksgiving night Jamie and I were sitting on the couch getting ready for Black Friday, via the web, and after a bowl of cereal, the kicks felt stronger than ever. Just after midnight early Friday morning, I felt him on top of my tummy! And Jamie did too. He gasp and the look on his face was precious. It was such a beautiful moment! We felt our son!<br />
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Today, he has been so active! We played Christmas music and nursery rhymes for him this morning and he, I think, heard loud and clear as he moved so much and we felt him kick from on top of my tummy about 7 times. I've felt him since several times. I love it. Simply love it! nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-10774245644150592362011-11-14T11:16:00.000-08:002011-11-14T11:16:28.501-08:00We're half way there!Typing this, it just does't seem possible. I'll be 21 weeks tomorrow, 19 to go. I guess it's going by quickly but at times it seems to drag by; mostly in between appointments and ultrasounds.<br />
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We had gender confirmation at our 18 week anatomy scan and sure enough, it's a boy! We paid for a private scan at 16 weeks and although it was pretty clear it was a boy, we we're happy to receive confirmation from our OB. Our anatomy scan was perfect. All body parts are measuring to date and he is very active. I started feeling different sensations at 19w5d, that I associated with movement. Over the past few weeks, I feel stuff going on down there. Sometimes definite flutters or the occasional "thump", but seems like all the time, something. I can't really explain it. There are quiet times and I'm sure that's when he's sleeping. I still have a small bump, nothing too pronounced yet. Of course, I'm waiting for the day that I wake up and have "the bump".<br />
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We've officially started on the nursery! I love it! Our original bedding choice had actually discontinued when we went to purchase it but we found something we like equally. The colors are bright, but soft. The theme includes a sweet baby owl and bird. It's quite adorable. We purchased the crib 2 weeks ago and our other furniture is due to arrive next weekend. It's all starting to come together. We're also registered at Babies R' Us and Target. <br />
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I'm not one to wish my life away but I seriously can't wait until March when we get to meet our sweet son.nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-36379327406812640102011-11-13T05:24:00.000-08:002011-11-13T12:53:18.598-08:00We're having a boy!A sweet baby boy!<br />
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</div><div>We can't wait to meet you, little one! <span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 16px;">♥</span></div>nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-9901023311541011312011-10-10T18:09:00.001-07:002012-02-26T15:25:22.400-08:0016 weeks already?I chuckle as I say that. Each second seems like weeks but yet here we are, 4 weeks shy of the half way point.<br />
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Unbelievable!<br />
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The new job is going great. I'm officially off training and on my own as the new HR Manager for a major auto parts company. Different world, different people, different role I now play. It's been a huge change from my past and a bit overwhelming at times. But I love it and am so thankful for how quickly the opportunity presented it to me after being laid off [unexpectedly] in July. Thank you, Lord! <span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 16px;">♥ </span><br />
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As for sweet baby, <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">aaaah</span></i>. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 16px;">♥ </span>Everyday, I imagine holding my precious angel for the first time. I honestly can't wrap my mind around the love that I will know I will feel at that moment. And here I think the love I feel now is amazing. I know it's no comparison.<br />
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We are 16 weeks and all is well. [Again, thank you Lord!] I've only gained 6 lbs; which I lost the weight to help us conceive so I'm not gonna complain. Our gender scan is this Wednesday and I'm just so stinkin excited! We can't wait to share this special moment with our momma's! For the record, I have felt since early, early on it's going to be a boy. Names are picked out and ready to go. Our anatomy scan is Wednesday, 10/26. We will get to see everything from the little cute nose, tiny fingers and precious toes. Of course, announcement and pictures to follow.<br />
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As for life, my position with Concord went to PT the end of July, due to a loss of several major contracts. 5 people lost their jobs, 2 took pay cuts and I was fortunate enough to hang around for a bit longer. I've interviewed with 3 places, 1 of which I will be going to Atlanta this Friday for a 4th round. It's looking good and will be a step up in my career as well as a great opportunity for Jamie and I. I'm a little nervous. The "confidence monster" is setting in and trying to whisper I can't do this; but I know I can. I have for over 10 years so I say bring it! It's one day. I can do this. I have to admit, I was very, very disappointed my company lost so many contracts and so many jobs were affected. But everything happens for a reason and I believe this is all in God's plans for us, especially at this time in our lives. The position is in Knoxville, so no panicking, we aren't moving!<br />
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So, in my days home I've been watching our best friend's children 3 days a week. Thomas is almost 2 and Emalee is 4 months. It's lots of fun and takes my mind of being bored at home. I do work for my job off and on during the day and a few hours on Thursdays. We're doing well. God has continued to provide for Jamie and I. We are so blessed.<br />
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This Saturday kicks off Football and with fall just around the corner, I am one happy gal! We are some football crazed folks so this is our favorite time of the year! Speaking of, how cute is this maternity tee for football season! It's on my "wish list" :)<br />
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nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-13632471806840743082011-08-16T06:17:00.000-07:002011-08-16T06:17:58.303-07:00Moving right alongNot really a whole lot to report the first trimester, so sorry for the lack of posts. I know they will pick up soon! <br />
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We had our first OB appt. on August 8. The Dr. and staff were fabulous! All my labs came back normal. We didn't have an ultrasound that day, like we thought. It is scheduled for August 29. <br />
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I've sailed through so far with no morning sickness. Fatigue and increased urination are my main symptoms. According to the old wives tale, no morning sickness = boy? ;) We'll find out in October...and I can't wait! <br />
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nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-24888285144097587472011-08-04T16:09:00.003-07:002011-08-04T16:09:32.022-07:001st u/s video<div style="text-align: center;"><br />
We took a short video to share this beautiful moment with you. </div><br />
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I was 2 days further along than I thought, [6w4d] so my new EDD is March 26th. 7 months and 2 weeks to go! ;)nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3774742542338411224.post-42920783935952954072011-07-28T14:29:00.000-07:002011-07-28T14:29:31.828-07:00Doing fantastic!Little sweet babycakes is growing so beautifully. Beta #3 yesterday was 5,962.<br />
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Fatigue has really set in. I'm in bed by 8:00 every night and making it through the afternoon at work has been incredibly hard. I must say, I'm enjoying the extra Zzzzz's! :)nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03963219975814976713noreply@blogger.com0