Induction Scheduled

Baby Boy Francom is scheduled to enter this world on Friday, December 28, 2012. He continues to measure small. They want us to deliver between 38-39 weeks, between December 27th and January 2nd. The doctors don't induce on holidays or the weekend, so that didn't leave us with many options. The 27th, 28th or 2nd. We're going to go with the 28th. I'll be admitted in the evening on the 27th to start some medication to help with prep work and then I'll be induced in the morning. I hope Rylee is ready for her world to be rocked! It makes me and Chris sad, she has no idea what's coming. I don't know if we're ready for it either...

It's a BOY!

We're expecting a healthy little boy! Due January 9, 2013. Rylee is excited. She says "Baby in there" as she points to my tummy. We have no idea on a name yet...

We took our annual family hike up Snowbird. It was a perfect day, not too hot and not too cold.

Rylee got a balance bike to start learning how to ride a bike. She needs to grow 1 more inch before she can really do it, but she LOVES her helmet! She calls it her "helmitch".

She's growing up too fast. She imitates her dad whenever she can. She's become addicted to his ski movies and always wants to go skiing in the living room. Chris plans on taking her up sometime this winter. She loves playing with her cousins and she pretends to call her Aunt Lisa or Aunt Lori on her phone, all the time.

Rylee is ready for Halloween. She is going to be a horse. I didn't think she would like to wear her costume, but once she put it on she didn't want to take it off.

Rylee Jolynn Francom

Baby Rylee Jolynn Francom was born Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 5:11 pm. She weighed 6 lbs. 2 oz. and was 18 inches long.

I thought my water broke during the night and woke Chris up at 3:45 am. We called the hospital to see if there was some way to know for sure. They suggested I come in and get checked out. We went in at 5:45 am. They checked me and said my water hadn't broken and I would probably be going home. I was sad! Then my doctor came in and asked if we wanted "spinach or ice cream". We asked for further clarification...he said I was dilated to a 4 and had an induction scheduled for 5 days out. He then asked if I wanted to keep the scheduled induction date or stay and be induced. We chose to stay.

I was started on Potocin at 8:00 am. Started having back labor. NOT fun! I ended up getting an epidural, which, ironically didn't help with the back pain. The doctor came to check me at about 12:45 pm and accidentally broke my water. By 2:00 pm I was dilated to a 7. At 3:00 pm I was dilated to a 9 1/2. The doctor decided to have me wait a while, fully dilated, to let the baby come down on it's own. I think that was a great idea! 4 sets of pushes and our baby girl was born at 5:11 pm. She had the cord wrapped around her neck twice and refused to breathe or cry. She was rushed to the corner to have 15 different nurses and doctors work on her. We were terrified. She finally took her 1st breath and was brought over to us. She has lots of blonde hair! We were very surprised, we expected our baby to be bald until the age of 3. I think she looks like her Daddy, she even has a dimple on each cheek.

She's been a great baby! She struggles with eating, but is starting to get the hang of it now. We're excited to have her home as part of our family!

Now if only we could get some sleep...

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37 Weeks

75% effaced dilated to almost 3. Hooray for progress!

It's not too late for guesses. Guess the gender, date of birth, and weight.

On an unrelated note, if you're in the Eagle Mountain North Utah Stake, check out the sports blog: www.EMNUStake.blogspot.com

Guesses?

Taking guesses on the baby's gender, weight, and the day he/she will be born. My due date is November 16th. I weighed 5 lbs. 3 oz. and Chris weighed 8 lbs. 6 oz. I'll give a candy bar to whoever is the closest. Leave a comment with your guesses.

Guess away!

Baby Francom's Shower

The baby shower was fun. I was surprised to see some of the people, such distances traveled! It's great to know me and my little one are so loved.

Lori, me, my mom, & Lisa

Ashlee

Zach, Terie, & Becky (Winners for longest distance traveled, coming from Idaho Falls)

Aliese, Ethan, & Grandma Harding

Sarah, Brittainy, & Audra

Me & Katie

Ashley & Lisa

Chris stopped by to change clothes for his golf tourney. Too bad Colby was a bit late capturing the kiss.

Makayla was such a good helper, taking pictures, handing me gifts, etc.

The baby got some adorable gifts...

So many good friends and family. It was fun. Thank you Ashley & Colby!

Blood Work

I threw up the glucose drink last week, so I had to redo the test a few days ago. I don't know the results yet. I have learned that my cholesterol is over 375! Ya, this baby seems to be killing me. I'm blessed with genetically high cholesterol, but can't take medication while pregnant or nursing. Fun stuff! 9 more weeks of pregnancy. I can do this, right?

The baby's room is pretty much done. We got the huge poster I ordered (thinking it was coming framed) framed, ordered a mobile, our changing table/combo dresser finally arrived. It's coming together and I love it! The wall over the changing table is empty and waiting until we know what we're having. I'll probably put pictures up. My sister is making me a bed skirt and table runners. The decorations are yet to be determined, I've just put a few things out because I have no where to store them.

Now if this baby would just get here. :)

Third Trimester - Finally!

I'm 28 weeks...the 2nd trimester was as great as any pregnancy could be. But now, I've started the 3rd and NOT loving being pregnant. My stomach muscles hurt, my lower back aches, my pelvis is killing me, and I have enjoyed my first of many charley horses. I'm anxious for this to end.

I had my gestational diabetes doctor appointment and testing done yesterday. I HATE needles and despise giving blood. This is my least favorite part of pregnancy, the fact that I have to be poked with needles. I almost pass out every time! It's even worse now that I'm pregnant. How I'll do an epidural is beyond me!

Baby Francom seems to be growing and developing perfectly. We pray for this to continue. The doctor loves that there's lots of activity being felt every day.

We've finished the nursery. Chris did an amazing job on the paneling. The color scheme is orange, brown, and white. I've been given lots of hand-me-downs from my sisters and have had my work cut out for me as far as sorting, cleaning, and organizing all of the baby clothes they've given me. It might have been easier if I knew the gender of the baby, but the surprise is worth it!

Baby Francom

Chris and I are expecting our first! We had our ultrasound this morning. Everything looks great! The due date is November 16th. We're very excited. Hopefully you can see the images clearly. It was fun to see baby moving around, kicking, and holding its hand up by its head. Already a fighter!I get a little bigger each day. It's been a chore trying to find maternity clothes that fit me. I'm sure it will get easier. It has to, right?

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