1-up

Daddy was wearing this shirt the day Kaitlin was born...

So it was decided that Kaitlin's official logo, sign, etc...is the 1up. I don't think they make 1up onsies however so this might be difficult :)

Homemade things

Being on bedrest has allowed me to make a few things for our little one :) So I did lots of plastic canvas...I made three books (which are pictured below) and I have started making blocks.

This is the first one I made, which I made before the pregnancy. It was from a pattern.

Daddy wanted a Mario Bros book for the little one ;)
SO when she calls fish cheep cheeps you will know why :)

This one is another one I made the pattern for. Thought it would be a great way to get a jump start on shapes and colors :)

Kaitlin wants to be like Mommy

So it dawned on me I didn't know what her astrological sign was...it's MINE!

Aquarius

Your element: Air

Your ruling planets: Uranus

Symbol: The Water Bearer

Your stone: Amethyst

Life Pursuit: To understand life's mysteries

Vibration: High frequency

Aquarian's Secret Desire: To be unique and original

Description:
Those born under the sign of Aquarius not only march to a different drummer, they make up new music as they go along. They are 'mind oriented' individuals, whose thoughts never stop tick-tocking over. Because of their high focus on intellectual exploration, many inventors, eccentrics and highly original trailblazers are born under this sign. Their intense ability to live on many mental levels, holds both pain and pleasure for Aquarians. For example, in the American Hall of Fame there are more Aquarians than any other sign, yet statistics reveal that in mental institutions there are more Aquarians than any other sign too. Many extremes can surround this sign and these extremes can take them to both heaven and hell.

But in everyday terms, most Aquarians are extremely humanitarian and often involved in social programs that assist others. They can also be objective in judgment, for they never let their emotions get in the way (I must not be totally aquarian). Outgoing and amiable, Aquarians attract friends wherever they go and those whom Aquarians befriend have their unswerving loyalty.

Aquarians are the zodiac's most mysterious and unusual people - and no two are anything alike. Those born under this sign - ruled by innovative and non-conformist Uranus - march to the beat of their own drum. They see life in a different way. Others quite frequently think their habits and ideas are eccentric or crazy in some way, but it is this uniqueness that makes them so special. The Aquarian mind is extremely quick and they never seem to stop thinking (it is interesting to note that many born under this sign suffer from insomnia.) Aquarians usually have strong political, environmental or social beliefs. But whether it is a relationship, career or cause - Aquarians are happiest when they have "something" to believe in and nurture.

Important Notice

I get to eat solid food now!!

Weight Chart

26 weeks	14.02 inches	1.68 pound	35.6 cm	760 grams
27 weeks	14.41 inches	1.93 pound	36.6 cm	875 grams
28 weeks	14.80 inches	2.22 pounds	37.6 cm	1005 grams
29 weeks	15.2 inches	2.54 pounds	38.6 cm	1153 grams
30 weeks	15.71 inches	2.91 pounds	39.9 cm	1319 grams
31 weeks	16.18 inches	3.31 pounds	41.1 cm	1502 grams
32 weeks	16.69 inches	3.75 pounds	42.4 cm	1702 grams
33 weeks	17.20 inches	4.23 pounds	43.7 cm	1918 grams
34 weeks	17.72 inches	4.73 pounds	45 cm	2146 grams
35 weeks	18.19 inches	5.25 pounds	46.2 cm	2383 grams
36 weeks	18.66 inches	5.78 pounds	47.4 cm	2622 grams
37 weeks	19.13 inches	6.30 pounds	48.6 cm	2859 grams
38 weeks	19.61 inches	6.80 pounds	49.8 cm	3083 grams
39 weeks	19.96 inches	7.25 pounds	50.7 cm	3288 grams
40 weeks	20.16 inches	7.63 pounds	51.2 cm	3462 grams
41 weeks	20.35 inches	7.93 pounds	51.7 cm	3597 grams
42 weeks	20.28 inches	8.12 pounds	51.5 cm	3685 grams
43 weeks	20.20 inches	8.19 pounds	51.3 cm	3717 grams

The above chart has the estimated weights of little ones as they grow in the womb. Since our little one is just above the mark I thought it would be cool to follow this chart as her weight chart :) She was 1lb 12oz at 26 weeks so she was 1.75lbs...which is just above the 1.68 they have :) So even though Mommy lost another 2 lb she is growing steadily..yay!

THANK YOU!

Merci et/y Gracias!

I love them :) I make sure Jason waters them everyday :)

See what my girls at the school gave to me :)

Meet Ivan

Meet my friend Ivan :) Yes i'm that crazy!

Flustrated

So seriously, why is sit that here I am lying in the damn hospital and it seems that some people don't think anything about it? TWICE now have I had visitors that completely disregard MY place and insensitively invite Jason to go out to eat with them. And in BOTH cases to favorite restaurants of mine. I understand my husband may be under lots of stress and that yes it sucks for him too, but really don't come here and invited him out to eat and ask ME if i'm going to be mad, just assume the answer is yes. I'm stuck eating crap 3x a day and now it's limited crap, I do not want you to come in and invite dear hubby out for yummy meals while I eat me crap alone. So DON'T DO IT.

The Name Game

So we are trying to decide the spelling, and we aren't any closer to agreeing on anything so here are just some things about the her name:

What is means:
Caitlin: "Pure, Beautiful" ( Irish Name )
Tara: means lots of things but my fav is "earth" (Latin Origin)

Alternate Spellings:

Caitlin has 32 variant forms: Kaitlin, Caitlyn, Katelyn, Kaitlan, Kaitleen, Kaitlyn, Kaitlynn, Kaitlynne, Katelyn, Katelynn, Katelynne, Caitilin, Caitlan, Caitland, Caitlann, Caitlinn, Caitlynn, Catelan, Cateline, Catelinn, Catelyn, Catelynn, Catlin, Catline, Kaitlan, Kaitlann, Kaitlin, Kaitlinn, Kaitlyn, Kaitlynn, Katelan, and Katelin

Tara has 11 variant forms: Tarah, Taralyn, Taralynn, Tarra ,Tarrah , Terra, Tera, Terah, Terrah, Tiera and Tierra.

How common are the spellings of Caitlin?

Convo with Daddy

jjaassonh (10:25:32 AM): Caitlin - ok
jjaassonh (10:25:37 AM): Kaitlin - ok
jjaassonh (10:25:46 AM): Katelyn - if we must
jjaassonh (10:25:51 AM): Kaitlyn - ok
tikkaniemd (10:25:57 AM): katelynn
jjaassonh (10:25:58 AM): Kaytlyn - no :-(
jjaassonh (10:26:05 AM): katelynn - no :-(
tikkaniemd (10:26:07 AM): where is this coming from?
tikkaniemd (10:26:43 AM): see we have a problem, I hate theones you like and vice versa
jjaassonh (10:26:52 AM): My preference is as follows: Kaitlin, Caitlin, Kaitlyn, Katelyn
tikkaniemd (10:27:35 AM): and MINE is Katelynn, Katelyn, Kaytlyn, Kaitlyn, Kaitlin, Cailtlin
tikkaniemd (10:28:06 AM): lol
tikkaniemd (10:28:11 AM): we have issues
tikkaniemd (10:28:32 AM): aren't you supposed to be working ;-)
jjaassonh (10:29:11 AM): Kaitlyn then.
jjaassonh (10:29:26 AM): Its 3rd on yours and 4th on mine :-)
tikkaniemd (10:29:32 AM): no :-(
jjaassonh (10:29:38 AM): Its a comprimise.
tikkaniemd (10:29:43 AM): I don't like that one
tikkaniemd (10:30:08 AM): it's 4th on mine
tikkaniemd (10:30:20 AM): brb
tikkaniemd (10:39:20 AM): Kaitlin has 14 variant forms: Caitlin, Caitlyn, Katelyn, Kaitlan, Kaitleen, Kaitlyn, Kaitlynn, Kaitlynne, Katelyn, Katelynn, Katelynne, Kathlin, Kathlinne and Kathlyn.
tikkaniemd (10:42:39 AM): i like Kaitlan Kaitlynne Katelynne
jjaassonh (10:43:33 AM): I hate all 3 of those.
tikkaniemd (10:43:39 AM): lol
jjaassonh (10:44:14 AM): Caitlin, Caitlyn, Katelyn, Kaitlyn,
tikkaniemd (10:44:36 AM): my god...think out side the box a little ;-)
jjaassonh (10:45:12 AM): Fine... kcaiytlaiyn.
tikkaniemd (10:45:19 AM): i love it!
jjaassonh (10:45:42 AM): Good. Its settled then.

I'm not sure that we are EVER going to narrow down a spelling...maybe it should be the one that isn't passed out when she is born that decides ;)

Omen?

I decided after a fairly meger meal that I wanted a sherbet ice cream for desert....

Perhaps it's an omen of good things to come?

100 Day Countdown

So when I originally set this all (blog, calendar, etc) I marked the 100 day countdown to 40 weeks. I wanted to have a party to mark this day. I really wanted to celebrate...I guess I can't since i'm cooped up in the ole hospital and on bedrest which doesn't make for great partying...just thought I should atleast post to mark the day... :\

Survival Rates

• 21 weeks or less: 0% survival rate


• 22 weeks: 0-10% survival rate


• 23 weeks: 10-35% survival rate


• 24 weeks: 40-70% survival rate <------ Where we are
  


• 25 weeks: 50-80% survival rate


• 26 weeks: 80-90% survival rate


• 27 weeks: greater than 90% survival rate

About the disabilities:

Physicians cannot predict long-term complications of prematurity and some consequences may not become evident until the child is school--aged. Minor disabilities like learning problems, poor coordination, or short attention span may be the result of premature birth, but can be overcome with early intervention. The risks of serious long term complications depend on many factors including how premature the infant was at birth, weight at birth, and the presence or absence of breathing problems. The development of infection or the presence of a birth defect can also effect long term prognosis. Severe disabilities like brain damage, blindness, and chronic lung problems are possible and may require ongoing care.

Side Note

It Katelynn is born this month...which we hope she won't be, BUT if she is it will be three FEMALE generations all born in January in my side of the family...and my grandmother only missed January by a week or it would have been four!

What do you think of that little fact mom ;)

BELLY PICS!

So I hate my picture being taken, but I will concede for my unborn child :)
Belly pics will show in a slide show on the side bar which the link to the gallery will also always be displayed. However I also will put the link here in this message :) There are only two and I barely grew so don't wet yourself when you see them ;) lol.

Belly Pictures

Size of the Baby

This is the size of our baby!! It's the same size as the dolls i'm collecting :) Hehehehe!

Our Baby's Chinese Symbol

They are born under the symbol rat. Which means:

Rat was the first animal in the Chinese zodiac cycle. It is usually considered aggressive, ambitious, suspicious, power-hungry, honest, generous, quick to anger and prone to spend freely. Those born under the sign of Rat are imaginative, charming, and truly generous to the one they love. However, they have a tendency to be hot-tempered and overly critical. They are usually suitable for sales work or work as a writer, critic, or publicist. Rats will get well along with Dragons and Monkeys, however should avoid Horses.


Rat babies love to be cuddled and tend to depend a lot on their parents when young, but as they grow they develop natural leadership qualities which a trait from being first in the Chinese horoscope. As toddlers they start to exhibit very active mental abilities and are eager to learn. They love to collect things and will fill their bedrooms with pebbles, bits of paper and anything they fancy. Generally, young rats are smart little people with artistic and literary skills as well as excel in sports.

News is out...about this blog

Well it's official that we are now telling the world about our new expecting bundle of joy (that is if they take after me and not Jason ;) ).

Please be sure to place a bet in the side column. Just click on the box that says EXPECTNET.COM. You will be asked to guess the sex and the time of delivery :) I'm going to print out the final list and put it in the baby book so the baby gets to see what everyone else thought it would be and when it should be born.

I've been posting in this since we discovered we were pregnant...which means literally hours after finding out I created this blog and made the first post, so you can see everything you have missed by looking in the previous month's of posts...which are in the side column as well.

One last thing. You may post thoughts or comments to any of these posts. The link to do this is always under the post called either POST A COMMENT or THOUGHTS TO SHARE. This blogger has a habit of spam comments from unwanted people and advertisers. So your comments are moderated. I get them sent to my e-mail first then I click accept for it to be posted here on the blog. This ensures there isn't any nonsense posts from outsiders advertising something outlandish like motion lotion ;) I just wanted you to be aware of this because your comments won't be displayed until after I accept them.

Questions or comments:
My e-mail is : mmeherne@gmail.com
Jason's e-mail is: hernejj@gmail.com

Other Women's Hormone Stories

I am in my tenth week of my first pregnancy and I never knew that my hormones (or as my fiancé calls them, my "horror-mones") would take over the way they have.

I knew my hormones were out of control when I got to McDonald's and realized they stopped serving breakfast at 10:30 and I cried because I had to have a burger instead!

I am 10 weeks pregnant with my third child and I have never been the clingy one in our marriage. Now, when my husband stands up, I ask, "Where are you going?" when most of the time it's just to the bathroom. Finally, the other day he said, "Do you want to go with?"

I thought I had lost it when I called my hubby at work and cried for him to come home so I could go get a hotdog.

I knew my hormones took over when all I could do was doze on the couch all day and the thought of cooking made me want to cry.

I am in my 8th week and I am so hungry all the time. I never knew hunger like this. I know I should be eating more vegetables and healthy stuff, but it just grosses me out to even look at veggies, cooking healthy food takes time and I'm usually hungry RIGHT NOW, and I usually don't feel well or awake enough to stand around in the kitchen preparing food anyway. All I really seem to want is Chick-Fil-A or scrambled egg sandwiches. At least the emotions haven't been too bad - just crying over TV shows but nothing drastic.

Who came first?

There is no denying who are the spoiled babies first in this family...