House of Haynes

Another Change A Comin'

2010-01-13T21:38:00.001-08:00

The big news in the Haynes household these days is that we will be moving...to Pennsylvania (let's see how long it takes me to spell that right). Keith has received a promotion to Base Manager with his company FMC Technologies. Keith will be opening a new base in Blairsville, PA. While it will mean some big changes for our family we are excited about the adventure. We will be leaving CO around the end of February. So if any of you are our that way...drop us a line!

Sterling Has Arrived! April 25, 2009

2009-05-21T10:40:00.001-07:00

Well Sterling arrived almost 4 weeks ago and this is the first chance I have had to start updating the blog. And now as I start, he is crying...go figure. So after our last post, we started to monitor Sterling a little closer due to the gestational diabetes. At our ultrasound, we learned that Sterling weighed in at 6lbs even at 37 weeks. The ultrasound also showed that the amniotic fluid was getting low. So we had a repeat ultrasound at 38 weeks which showed even lower fluid levels which is why we decided to induce labor.

So on April 24 the we headed to the hospital at 7 am. We were sure we would have a baby but by 5pm we still had no baby. So we started Pitocin to try to get things going faster. At 11:30 with still no progress we decided to take a break for he night and restart at 5 am on the 25th. The break in action worked and at 8:30 am they broke my water which really got things moving. I didn't last long with the contractions so had an epidural which was wonderful. It still took another 10 1/2 hours but at 6:53 pm Sterling FINALLY made his grand debut. He weighed in at 6 lb 9.9 oz and 18 3/4 in long.

Our last photo as a family of 2.

Waiting for the action.

Just before all the action started.

Sterling's first photo

Keith and his boy.

Our first photo together

Papa and Sterling

Nana

Sterling's first bath

Uncle Brice

Laura

Michael

Our first family photo

Baby Shower and Sterling's Room

2009-04-05T20:40:00.000-07:00

On March 28th, some of my local friends gave me a baby shower. It was wonderful as many of my friends and coworkers were able to come and help us prepare for and celebrate Sterling! On other fronts we are 35 weeks 4 days and still counting. Everything is still looking good. However, I have now developed carpel tunnel in my hands giving me one more thing to wake me up at night. I have also recently been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I have seen a diabetic educator and started a new diet which so far has done a great job of regulating my blood sugar. We will just have to monitor Sterling's size a little closer to ensure he doesn't grow too big. =) At next week's doctor appt, we will see if any progress has started to occur and hopefully get an idea of how close we may be getting to the arrival of our special little boy! We are so excited!

My shower hostesses: Katie, Candyce, and Cindy

Me and the cake.

Baby Sterling's cake.

Sterling's room.

His room again.

8 Weeks To Go!

2009-03-14T19:13:00.000-07:00

We have hit the 32 week mark and things are starting to come together nicely. We have started on the nursery by painting and putting the crib together. Our theme is sports and I can't wait for it to be ready. Here are some pictures of our latest progress in all departments. =)

We have ordered a sports border and will add it when we get it.

Keith putting together the crib.

32 Weeks...Still 8 more to go...Lord help me. =)

10 Weeks to Go!

2009-02-23T19:46:00.001-08:00

We had a second ultrasound today. Little man is healthy and growing steadily. He is right on track measuring in at 29 weeks and 4 days (Wednesday will be 30 weeks even). He weighs in at approximately 3 lb 1 oz. He has 10 fingers and 10 toes and HE is still a boy (Keith had to make sure). He has already turned so he is head down which explains the change in where I feel him kick. He looked so cute and I love him more everyday and am getting very anxious to meet him.

The only 4D photo we got. His face was hidden by the cord, but it is a good shot of him arms.

His cute little face is filling out.

Cute little toes.

Baby Bump Pics...Finally!

2009-01-29T18:37:00.000-08:00

Sorry it has taken me so long to get these pics up. I have been sick with a cold for the last week and before that you know how life just gets in the way. Anyway, everything has been going good with Sterling. He is kicking up a storm and I am just thankful that he hasn't woken me up at night yet. I love feeling him move and am getting more anxious everyday to meet him. Keith has only been able to feel him move once but he is not very patient about waiting for it. Hopefully I can be more consistent now.

26 weeks

23 weeks

20 weeks...the halfway mark!

It's A Boy!!

2008-12-15T12:01:00.000-08:00

Keith and I went for our ultrasound a couple weeks ago. It definitely made this whole experience feel more real. There definitely is a baby in there and he was very active during the scan which was neat to see. He was turning somersaults and kicking all over. I haven't really felt the movement yet but I am sure I will soon. We definitely wanted to know the sex if we could and for about half of the scan he was shy but then he gave us a great view and Keith was very, very pleased! So we are having a boy!

15 Weeks and Counting

2008-11-15T11:58:00.000-08:00

Just thought I would post an update. As of today we are 15 weeks and 3 days pregnant. We had our second check up at 14 weeks. Our little one was more cooperative and we were able to faintly hear the heartbeat. It sounded very distant like our little one has camped out at the far end of its home. But it was there, we both heard it and the doc said it was running about 140 beats per minute. We also received our appointment for our ultrasound. We will be going on December 4th and hope to find out a more accurate date and if our little one is a him or a her.

In other news, this past week was Keith's 29th birthday. I surprised him with a get together of friends and my family. We said he was actually surprised and we both enjoyed our time with our friends who were able to be there! So we took a couple pics that evening before we went to dinner.

No tell-tale bumb yet. =)

12 Week Checkup

2008-10-23T11:35:00.000-07:00

Well, we had our first OB appointment today with our doctor. We were excited to hear our baby's heartbeat for the first time today but as it turns out, our child is already stubborn. The doctor spent about 10 minutes listening for the heartbeat but was only able to hear about 2 beats at a time. He was able to hear my heartbeat though which he said would be the placenta. This means that the placenta is in the front of my uterus and the baby is hiding behind it. The doctor is not concerned at all though because everything else is going well and my uterus is the right size. So, we get to go back in two weeks, instead of the usual 4, to try to hear the heartbeat again. Pray that our little one will be a little more cooperative next time!

More Wedding Pics

2008-10-23T07:58:00.000-07:00

Tina was there, even if only in spirit.

One of my favorite parts of my wedding.

Our happily ever after.

Another wedding party pic.

Wedding Pictures

2008-10-23T06:58:00.000-07:00

Just thought I would share some of our wedding pics.

Keith and the girls.

Us with our immediate families.

Keith and I with our parents.

One of my favorites.

Keith and the guys.

Me and my girls.

Our wedding party.

Michael putting on the necklace Tina wore at their wedding.

Me after getting all ready!

Keith and his Dad, Harvey.

Our Family is Expanding!

2008-09-24T16:48:00.000-07:00

On August 28, 2008, Keith and I confirmed that we will in fact be adding to our family! Our first child is due at the beginning of May 2009. Both of us and all of our family are very excited to welcome this first addition. Please pray for our little miracle!

Hapily Ever After

2008-08-19T20:44:00.000-07:00

Keith and I got married July 12, 2008. It is the beginning of our "Happy Ever After." We now look forward to expanding our family and living our life together. So, stay tuned for new posts. I will be posting wedding pics once I get them.