Food Poisoning

Yesterday I was so sick all day. I think I had food poisoning. Either that, or my body was just reacting to the massive amounts of veggie chili I'd eaten the day before. Honestly, that's probably what it was b/c, I'm not kidding, it was MASSIVE amounts!! I ate it for every single meal except breakfast. I had it for brunch, lunch, supper, and late night snack.

Then I woke up yesterday morning rushing to the bathroom at least 10 times. I stayed in bed until 3:30 p.m. I felt horrible. I did what I could to stay hydrated, as that's what my pregnancy book said to do. I did NOT want to go to the ER b/c I have terrible memories from that place. So I nursed myself with toast and juice until it passed.

Today I feel much better but still not 100%. I'm just pretty drained and my appetite is not very good.

And of course I've been worried sick over whether or not the baby is okay. I called my Dr. office and I'm waiting to hear back from them.

From everything I've read, the baby is well protected in utero and the main thing that can harm the baby is dehydration.

Has anyone else out there ever had food poisoning or stomach virus when pregnant? Please tell me that the baby was just fine! :)

I know it's silly to worry so much, but after so many miscarriages sometimes it's hard to always stay positive and not think about the "what ifs".

New York & Company - The West Village Collection - Go-Go Faux

Loving this look for fall!!

New York & Company - The West Village Collection - Go-Go Faux

Miscalculated!

Somehow I got an entire week ahead in my pregnancy. I'm not 30 1/2 weeks. I'm 29 1/2 weeks! So when I posted my b-day pic I was actually 28 1/2 weeks. Are you confused yet? haha Not sure how that happened b/c I thought I was so particular about counting every single week as a milestone.

In celebration of Fall, I have been baking up a storm. I absolutely love baking and cooking. It's one of my favorite things to do in the entire world! So today I baked up a batch of snickerdoodles that are PERFECT!! I love this recipe! So, if you're looking for a TERRIFIC cookie recipe, check this out: http://www.food.com/recipe/soft-snickerdoodle-cookies-97496 The only thing I did differently was not use quite as much cinnamon. Oh, and I also cut it in half b/c I knew that I didn't need ALL of those cookies sitting around tempting me!! Oh, they're so delicious!!!

I hope y'all are all having a wonderful start to Fall!!

Fashion Talk

Thanks for the sweet comments on my last post! :)

One of my bloggy friends commented that no wonder I'm so hot b/c I'm wearing jeans and a sweater in the South! You are SO right!!! haha It was burning up all that week, but I wanted to look cute for my birthday. ha! That is my one maternity top (all the rest are just big shirts), and I really wanted to wear it for my birthday! So I was definitely HOT! But now we are getting a cold front through Kentucky. It's only supposed to be in the upper 60's today! woohoooo!!!! It went from 100 to 60's overnight!

Another sweet friend commented on my shoes in the pic I posted. I got them at NY&Co, which is one of my all-time favorite stores! I love shopping there b/c they almost always have things on sale and/or a coupon to go with it! Plus, their stuff is super cute!

Things are still going well with my pregnancy. I'm still in awe every single day. I'm now 30 1/2 weeks. So many times Jay and I look at each other and say, "Can you believe that we're going to have a baby after everything we went through?" Just last night we talked about how this probably wouldn't be happening if I hadn't gone to Dr. K in Memphis. I know that God led me there, and I am SO thankful! It was the last thing I wanted to try, knowing that I wouldn't have peace about ending my pursuit of an answer to the miscarriages until I saw this one, last doctor and got his opinion. But even right up until the very moment of my septum surgery I remember having thoughts like, "You're crazy! You're having surgery, and you're not even sick! What if there's not even really a septum there? What are you doing?!" haha Well, I'm so glad I did it!

I hope you all have a wonderful day and a wonderful start to Fall. My heart goes out to everyone who so wants to be a mom. Just know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to you all!!!

29 1/2 Weeks

This was taken this week on my birthday. I was 29 1/2 weeks pregnant.

Each day is still a miracle, and I cherish every little kick.

I'm starting to get a little more uncomfortable physically. My feet swell & ache if I'm up too long. And I stay HOT & tired a lot!! But I'm not complaining. I don't mind one bit.

Just wanted to let y'all know that I'm still doing well. I hope you are too! I know that a lot of you are dreaming of having a baby, and I hope that you'll hold on to your dream and keep pursuing it's whether it's through private adoption, domestic, international, foster care, or biological. Miracles still happen!!! Much love to you all!

27w3d Dr. appointment

Wow! Yesterday I had one of THE best doctor's appointments ever. I don't EVER take a good pregnancy appointment for granted - not after all the bad reports of the past. Each good report is a miracle from God. And let me tell you, it made my day!!

First off, I'm 27 weeks and 3 days. Baby Girl is already weighing 2 lbs. 14 oz.! She's in the 78th percentile. He thinks she will be over 8 pounds at birth and tall. But no surprise there since I'm 5'9"!

My doctor said that everything looks great, and now I'm going to begin seeing him every 2 weeks. He was all smiles and said that he's so happy that I'm doing so well after all the problems I've had.

I'm just thrilled! Thank You, Lord!!

After that I went shopping at a consignment sale and met a fellow blogger. How neat! :) We just happened to run up on each other while shopping. It was my first time meeting a blog friend in real life.

Don't forget to listen to the broadcasts in my previous posts about m/c if you're interested! Also, if you're looking for a great RPL specialist, I like to mention my doctor on here every so often: Dr. Kutteh. He's great!

And, if anyone would like to email me, here it is: creek jc @ nctc. com

Have a wonderful day!!

Miscarriage: Grieving the Loss - II

Recently I posted part 1 to this broadcast. Today I'm posting part 2. If you haven't listened to part one yet, then you can listen to that here: Part 1.

This broadcast is from 2 couples who have been through miscarriage and understand the pain and heartache. Even the host (Dr. James Dobson) and his wife experienced miscarriage and infertility.

Please listen if you're going through the heartache of miscarriage yourself or know someone who is.

Click on the link below. Here's Part 2:

Broadcast

27 Weeks Today

For weeks (probably months) now I have been telling myself that if I can just make it to 28 weeks that I will finally relax a little. My doctor told me that a baby born at 28 weeks has a great chance for being totally healthy, without any lasting health issues (after a stay in the NICU).

And now I am one week away from that goal! I am already breathing easier and relaxing a little more day by day.

Thank You, Lord!! There were so many times when I couldn't even imagine being this far along. There were so many times when I wondered if I'd ever even make it to 8 weeks. I'm so thankful for the diagnosis and treatment I received and that I have made it this for. I'm praying for a continued healthy pregnancy and healthy baby in November!

Miscarriage: Grieving the Loss - Part I

I posted this a while back, but I'm not sure if anyone got a chance to listen. It was so good to hear these 2 couples speaking about their experiences with miscarriage. If you're going through this or know a friend who is, then I encourage you to listen. There is also a part 2 that I will post next time. Or you can go directly to the website and listen from there. I hope you have a wonderful day and are encouraged that you are not alone!!!

Just click on the link below:

Broadcast

26 1/2 Weeks

My Miracle at 26 1/2 weeks