Vistors

Camden had his second PKU shot on Monday.  My in laws watched the kids.  It was a little busy at the hospital but once it was our turn we were in and out.  After we got home my sister in law and my nieces stopped by to see Camden.  They came baring gifts, several cute outfits.  It was so nice to see family so far only my mother/father in law have seen Camden.  Usually we have a ton of family and friends visiting us.  It really uplifted my spirits.  I know it's my fourth baby but celebrating my newborn should still be just as special as my first born.

Big kids day

I decided to spend one on one time with the two big kids before Richard went back to work.  Up first was my Alli.  Allison has been obsessed with her American doll this summer.  She's been begging to spend her money on accessories.  She's also managed to become very crafty and has made wallets out of tape.  Reused boxes for beds and couches.  She cleaned out her closet and used a portion of her book shelf for space for her dolls.  I took Allison to toysrus and bought her a few accessories for her dolls.  Next we went to the mall and grabbed some desserts from the great American cookie.  My daughter has a sweet tooth thank goodness she has her dads fast metabolism.  We then went to Justice to do a little shopping.  It was nice to chat with her about all the things she cares about.  I am so blessed to have a daughter since I am surround by boys now.  Allison is so caring and helpful I don't know what I would do with out her.  She brings a much needed balance in our home.

The next day I took Cooper out.  He had several ideas for our time together.  We started at the mall.  Cooper was in need of new clothes, that kid is rough on clothes!  We had fun shopping and my lil man is not to old to still hold my hand!  As wild as Cooper can be many people miss out on how loving he is to me!  I get a ton of love from Cooper, lots of hugs/kiss and even more I love you's.  Next we went to game stop, with no luck finding a game.  So we hit up toysrus and bought a nerf gun, like we need more of those.  Then we ended our time at Burger King.  Let's just say Cooper wanted our time to last longer, but we had a great time together!

Baby bedding

I recently finished all of Camden's baby bedding about two weeks before he was born.  It started out with an idea of colors I wanted and then went looking for patterns.  I bought two lime green patterned fabrics and two dark navy patterned fabrics.  Then I added the minky dot fabric in navy and lime green too.  I ordered some of the fabric online, bought some at hobby lobby, and bought the other fabrics at Joann's.  It took me awhile to decided on a pattern for the comforter and then I got busy sewing piece by piece then row by row.  Then I choose a silk navy blue for the revers side of the blanket and had to sew the backing inside of it.  It was a very daunting project and I messed up a lot.  Some times if you over work a project its best to step away and come back.  But I didn't listen to my own advice and boy did I make a big boo boo on it.  After several attempts to fix my mistake, I think it turned out okay but I do notice the imperfections.  Next I started the crib bumper but had to stop because I ran out of fabric and the fabric was out of stock.  So I started on the crib skirt and boy was that tricky!  Next I worked on the changing pad which I really messed up and didn't notice tell a day later that I didn't stick to my horizontal pattern but hey it was already sewed!  Once my fabric came in I was able to finally finish the bumper bad which was a huge project to sew in the backing and the ribbons.  I got myself so backwards while sewing that but it all turned out ok.  I am sure most everyone that reads this has no idea what I am talking about, but it was indeed the hardest thing I have ever sewed.  I made all the same things for Beckett but I had my sister by my side the whole time and plus its been a few years!  Anyway I feel so happy to have finished this for my sweet new baby all by myself.  Although there were many phone calls to my sister on questions and venting, thank goodness for her sweet words and encouragement because I needed them.

Daddy time

Richard has several vacation days that he hasn't used this year.  We decide he would take a work week off when Camden was born.  Plus Chevron gives two paid paternity day.  After those 7 days Richard would be off his normal 4 days.  Which totaled to 11 days off.  Having him through this time has been so wonderful!  We've really gotten into a nice schedule with Camden.  Richard is no stranger to diaper changes, he is the swaddle king, and has the magic sleep touch.  I feel like I've made huge leaps in my recovery.  I've sent him to the store countless times.  He took the highlander to get an oil change. Best of all the kids have had a ton of daddy time.  Richard has taken them swimming nearly everyday!  They also went to the movie theaters to see the Minion movie.  He has taken them to the park and to all of Allison's soccer practices.  Richard took the kids to chickfila's cow appreciation day.  And managed to get out the door to church, even thought they were a lil late due to a dead car battery!  Words can not explain my gratitude and love for this man!  He does more than I could have ever hoped for or imagined.  He is a true partner in our marriage.  I feel so lucky to be his wife and I don't tell him often enough what a great man he has become.  From the quirky teenager I feel in love with to the hard working dedicated family man.  Thank you for giving me another lil Richard (Camden).  Raising our babies brings me the greatest joy in life.

Coming home

Saturday morning came quick we couldn't be released until after Camden was 24 hours old so he could receive his shots.  There were a lot of babies born and families being released.  It took longer than anticipated.  We barely had Camden because he was getting his circumcision and hearing test.  Richard and I enjoyed are time together.  We even ate our lunch on the couch together with our trays.  We joked it was like a date night.  Once they brought Camden back we were just waiting on him being released and we were just sitting all together, Richard took our picture.  We were finally on the way home!  Once we got to our house Alli and Cooper were greeting us in the garage.  My mother in law held Camden first.  Then Alli was next, she was so excited to hold her new brother.  She looked so proud to hold him.  Cooper was chomping at the bits to hold Camden.  I have never seen Cooper so antsy.  He kept kissing Camden and talking to him.  We were all shocked when Camden opened his eyes wide staring at Cooper.  Beckett wanted his turn to hold baby brother. He was so enthusiastic pointing out everybody part.  Wanting to take off his beanie to see his head.  He held Camden but no for to long "he's heavy your turn mom."  My in laws left and we unpacked from the hospital.  Some awesome friends brought us dinner from Olive Garden. We sat down as a family of six for the first time, my heart was full!

He is here!

 

 

 

Camden Cole Sanchez was born Friday July 10, 2015 at 1:40pm weighting 7lbs 1oz and 19 inches long.

Camden's birth

We had a scheduled induction for two days past my due date 7-10-15 at 5am.  The hospital was busy.  We waited in our room for an hour tell the nurse came in.  It took a long time to get checked in, get vitals, IV, and blood work.  By the time we were done we had a new nurse and it was well after 7.  We sat waiting for my doctor to make his rounds.  He came in after 8:30, broke my water and I was dilated at 5.  I sat at a 5 for an hour and they decided to start Pitocin.  I went ahead and requested my epidural.  The anesthesiologist  came quick and got to work.  Unfortunately he had a hard time and had to do it twice.  During one of the attempts I nearly passed out from a drop in blood pressure and spike in heart rate.  The trend continued after he wrapped up, the only additional change was sever nausea.  The nurse and anesthesiologist tried to get my vitals under control and the nausea.  All during that time I was feeling every contraction.  The epidural took to my legs but not my stomach.  This went on for two hours.  Another round of epidural did absolutely nothing, I was crying in pain.  Around 12:30pm I was dilated to a 8.  Last attempt for another dose of the epidural before he planned to take it out and re insert it.  By 1:30 I was dilated to a 10 the doctors and nurse were moving quick.  Delivery went quick.  I threw up several times ugh, they never were able to get my nausea taken care of.  It turns out the nurse couldn't get Camden's heart beat so doctor gave me episiotomy after three pushes to quickly get him out.  He was born facing upward (the correct position being facing downward) with the umbilical cord around his neck and shoulder.  I had no idea about any of this tell Richard and the nurse filled me in, I knew there was a ton of commotion around me, but I was totally out of it!  Camden gave out a loud cry!  I have never heard a more lovely sound I instantly started crying, the connection with your child its strange how strong and quickly it hits.  Doctor and nurses all say he has a C-section head, perfectly round.  Camden is healthy and he stayed with us for hours even after switching rooms!  We are in love and even though no family came it was just the two of us, things were perfect.  Richard took care of me and stayed by me and catered to my every need.  I didn't changed a diaper until I got home from the hospital. 

Football and soccer updates

Football season ended for Cooper.  I was honestly worried we wouldn't finish the season with out me going into labor.  I guess I was wrong.  Cooper enjoyed himself so much, and is sad it's over.  Every game he made a touch down and grabbed flags!  The team had a party at Cici's pizza.  They all got medals, Cooper was so proud of his!  He had a fun time eating and playing with his teammates.

Allison tried out for a competitive soccer team.  She's been practicing with them all summer and was offered a spot at try outs.  She made the team and has her first game in a few weeks.  She is so excited to play with team mates at her same skill level.  It will be a huge change for our family since Richard has been coaching her for the last six years. 

Fourth of July 2015

We had a pretty lame fourth of July.  Cooper complained of feeling sick the night before and then Allison complained after lunch.  Both had fevers and slept the day away.  Beckett took his normal nap but had no symptoms.  Our plans for a fun filled day of swimming and the Rockhounds baseball day went out the window.  Richard and I spent the day shampooing the carpets and rugs, mowing, and cleaning the back yard.  I was exhausted and went to lay down around 7, shortly after that the big kids woke up feeling slightly better.  Richard took the kids outside to pop some fireworks.  Also our neighbors put on a show for over an hour!  I am very thankful for the men that fought for our freedom and to live in this great country. 

Beckett's 3rd birthday

 

 

I was worried about this day, being so close to my due date and planning a fun party for the birthday boy.  We made it and the day was exactly what Beckett wanted.  We invited family and two friends over to celebrate Beckett's third birthday.  Everyone enjoyed the jumper, pizza, and cupcakes.  But most of all Beckett enjoyed opening and playing with all of his presents!  He knew it was your special day.  You loved being sung to and kept saying that your 3 with such pride!

Now a little something to my sweet Beckett boy.  I always sing happy birthday to my babies, I hold them in my lap and sing softly to them.  The second you woke up I scooped you into my arms and sang to you.  Looking back on the past few years of your little life brings back so many memories.  Your birth was my toughest, and you were such a sick lil newborn.  We had to give you medicine three times a day, special formal that your tummy could digest, and rice cereal so you would keep it down.  I couldn't lay you directly on your back, a few months after the meds you got better at it.  Your breathing problems knocked you down when you had a bad cold and landed you in the hospital.  I have never been so scared in my life when you stopped breathing multiple times.  Or when they couldn't get the IV in you and you cried so helplessly.  But you made it to your first birthday as such an east going guy.  People often commented how they forgot I had three children you were so quite and content.  The second year of life we bucked horns, you really pushed boundaries and had such a temper.  Eating was tough on you thanks to your reflux problems you made bad associations with food and drinks.  You didn't want to talk at all!  I have raised a couple of kiddos and I am just as stubborn as you are.  We pushed through that stage and you became so happy again.  I have to say I enjoy your company so much and am a little sad to see our alone time together change with the birth of your new brother.  The last three years have been just the two of us.  You've grown by leaps and bounds!  You are so smart and surprise me by what you say and ask!  Your also pretty easy going and up for whatever we have planned.  It doesn't take much to make you happy.  It melts my heart when you tell me "I love you very much".  You are very apologetic and will be the first one to say I am sorry or admit when you've made a mistake.   Some times you sneak out of the room at night and hang out with your dad and I when everyone else is sleep, but you always make your way back to your bed.  You are the BEST sleeper!  I love this about you I can move you from the car seat to your bed, from the couch to your bed nothing wakes you!  You entertain yourself better than any kid, I never have to occupy you!  You find your self a toy and let your imagination soar.  You share some similarities from your siblings but then your so different, it brings me such joy to see you grow.  Some times you walk by and I can help but smile, at the little person you are and the little person your growing into.  I love you so very much and am so blessed to be your mommy.

More summer fun

Of course most of our free time is spent at the pool, I swear the kids could live there!  I've been taking them every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  But some times we go everyday.  Cooper's football practices and games also occupied a lot of our time too.  Allison has soccer ever Wednesday night.  We recently went to the Rockhounds baseball game that Chevron host, it unfortunately got rained out.  We were only there long enough to eat!  We also took the big kids to see the new Jurassic Park movie.  We've done picnic at the parks too!!  Gone out for ice cream and Bahama bucks.  Also we took the kids to see the new movie inside out at the drive-in.  One day last week I took the kids to a splash pad in Odessa.  A few days ago we meet up with several friends from church to swim and eat a ton of popsicles.  We've had a few lazy days too.  I've been keeping up with the kids studies also, reading and math everyday.  I recently bought harder books for both kids and they love their new books!  I know once baby gets here things will slow down so we are trying to make the most of our time.

39 weeks

My doctors appointment was on Wednesday.  Heart rate and blood pressure normal.  Still no swelling and no weight gain.  Dilated to a 4 and 50% effaced.  No real consistent contractions.  I have a few at night but they don't last long.  I have an appointment to my doctor in a week on my due date the 8th. 


So I am officially over pregnancy.  I feel like a huge whale and everything exhaust me.  I have no will!  I had such high hopes I would have this baby in June.  I am seriously bummed that he never made his appearance in June.  I wonder if the major slow down of my activities because of the accident slowed things down.  I can't ignore the fact that I've never gone into labor on my own so chance were slim.  Now that the realization that I will probably make it to my induction date literally has me depressed.  Although I guess it makes things easier for the kids to be watched and Richards work schedule.