He's Here!!

Little "Jesse Gordon Mathis" arrived June 25th at about 4:20 pm. The cord was wrapped around his neck and delivery was a bit "frantic". But he is happy and healthy now. He weighed 6 lbs and 14 oz and was around 2 weeks early--I didn't complain about that. The little chub is following in his brother's footsteps and is gaining weight very quickly. He already weighs over 11 lbs and most of it is in his cheeks:) He has a personality already and wants what he wants when he wants it--hmm..does he get that from his mom or dad? His favorite sleeping position is snuggling on our shoulders. Big sister loves him and big brother always wants him "put down." He is changing so fast..already in 3-6 month clothes. Well, I better sign out and go hold him again before he changes again! I love to kiss those cheeks!

Is It Time?

Technically I still have one month left...well, that's just technically. Physically, I feel like I will have the baby any moment now. It's very true that every pregnancy gets harder...so why do women ever have more than 3 kids? First pregnancy my thoughts were "this is easy..I could do this a couple of times.." Second pregnancy my thoughts were "Oh..this is what women were talking about..oh..that hurts." Third pregnancy and of course a lot older, my thoughts are "Are you crazy? What are you doing? My body never did this before! Never again!" And as I'm writing this, little junior just kicked me hard...can he read my mind? Yes, I have to call him Jr. because we still don't have a name yet.
This last trimester has been a worried one...first the baby's heart beat dips low and so I am having ultrasounds and non-stress tests every week at the labor and delivery dept. But his stats have improved and been almost perfect for the last 3 tests, but then my blood pressure went to 70-something over 40 something and then they were a little "concerned" about me. But yesterday the Dr. gave us both a good report and said I'm at a "4" now...(women, explain that to the men if you want.) So it could really be anytime or 3 weeks. I vote for 1 more week!!

Therapy?

While watching my dog, Meg, just lay around the house and act so bored, I decided she needed a job. I did some research and thought she would make a good therapy dog. My sister, Melanie, agreed to help. I didn't realize that a volunteer position could take up so much time and money. After a 8 hour class on how to be a "handler" and extensive grooming, paperwork and stress, we take Meg to be "tested". A bit stressful for me that someone is judging my dog. Meg obeys commands, greets people, is petted, groomed and hugged. Sounds hard for her huh. She passes with flying colors to be a therapy dog for people in rest homes, hospitals, schools, etc. I now have to take her in to have a physical from a vet, a fecal test, and her teeth cleaned. Then..I have to submit mounds of paperwork to the national organization....Hmm....more work for me (because I have to take kids with me) and money in vet fees and dues. Did I mention this was for therapy? Well..not for me..it is actually stressing me out....but hopefully will brighten the day of someone we eventually will visit and Meg will love every minute of it.

Ultrasound

We had our first ultrasound. We were very relieved that there was only one baby (Mom just feels very big already) and that baby appeared to be normal and healthy. The little stinker was head down and tummy down so they were not able to get a good look at the heart or gender. Plus the baby would not hold very still--is that a sign it's a boy? The ultrasound also showed that my placenta was a bit low and they will want to keep on eye on that. So...we will be going back March 20th to have another look. This time we will find out if it's a boy or girl. Katie keeps giving us baby girl name suggestions..like Sally or Teresa. We don't know whether or not to tell her...we might want to keep it a secret so family will be surprised!

Little Sprout Update

Went to the doctor on Feb 5th and we heard the heartbeat again. Mommy's tummy is getting bigger. Going Feb. 19th to Salt Lake for the Ultrasound. Who wants to know the gender?? Hmmm... maybe we will tell you:)

Little Sprout

We discovered we are expecting our third child! Katie wants a girl. She thinks another Zane "would be very embarrassing." Maybe that's because he does know how to throw a big tantrum.
My first prenatal visit was January 6th and all went well--we heard a heart beat! Mom has been very sick the first trimester and it is starting to ease up a little bit now.
We can find out at the end of next month what the gender is...to know or not to know...that is the question. It doesn't really matter because we already have one of both. However, if the first few years of life are any indication of things to come, a girl would be easier....at least for now. We will keep you updated on this blog of how things are going. We mostly just want healthy.