So it's been a week before Bennett decided to just wear his pants without a diaper. And I must say I have been pleasantly surprised with how well he's doing!!! I knew I wanted him potty trained but just didn't know how to go about it, so the whole thing really stressed me out. And when people say it just clicks with them, they are right! I didn't prompt him to not wear his diapers anymore, he just did it on his own! The first day we went through about 7 pairs of underwear because he'd wet them a little on the way to the bathroom, but since then we have had very little accidents! We had 2 yesterday because we were outside so that took a little more thinking on his part, but he's learning and I'm so proud of my big boy. Now we still wear diapers at naptime (even though yesterday he woke up with a dry diaper) and at night time, and we still haven't quite grasped the concept of pooping in the potty. Those 3 things will come I'm sure, I'm just very pleased at the progress we have made in just the last week!! We went to wearing diapers all the time to not needing them but to sleep!! Oh, we also wear them in the car just in case he needs to go in transit. I thought about getting another potty to keep in the car so we don't have to wear diapers in there anymore. Has anyone done that??
I'm also very excited to know he might be completely diaper free by the time the new baby comes!! We've got about 6 months so I think we are on the right track. And me and my crazy self is considering using cloth diapers with the next one........
Monday, January 28, 2013
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
14 weeks in the Blink of an Eye
The first 8 weeks were the slowest weeks of my life! I guess I was anticipating the appointment so much that it seemed like it took forever to get here. I just wanted to make sure the peanut's heartbeat was going strong!! Since that appointment time has been flying by pretty quickly. I am now 14 weeks along and had my second prenatal appointment yesterday. Everything checked out great- lost a pound, blood pressure was good, and the heartbeat was still going strong. No major concerns at this point and I hope that continues. I'm showing quite a bit and now wear maternity clothes exclusively. My nausea has subsided and I now have an appetite, which I'm enjoying!! I have found that I get hungry right before bedtime now- sometimes I can satisfy my wants, sometimes I can't. Like last night I wanted some french fries but decided to go to bed instead. :) I was very happy to have lost weight. With Bennett I just kept gaining and gaining, over 50 pounds worth. But, to my defense, most of it was fluid due to the preeclampsia and once Bennett was born the weight fell off. Hopefully I can manage my weight gain with this one!!
Everyone I have asked, or who has told me, thinks I'm having a girl. Well, except one- Jason's dad thinks it's another boy. In 6 weeks we go in for the big ultrasound and we'll find out. Mommy's instinct is girl so we'll see if I'm right! I cannot wait! I have a feeling that these next 6 weeks are going to creep by just like the first 8 weeks did. So in 6 weeks we'll be able to start the fun stuff- decorating!! So exciting!!!
What's going on with Bennett these days?? Pretty much the same stuff. He's finally getting his back molars in so he's been a bit of a crabby pants and hasn't really slept that great for the past week or so. But it will pass and those little toofies will be in and he'll be feeling better. I think he's having a growth spurt right now too because when he wakes up all he wants is a snack! He'll go in for his 3 year well check in about 3 months so we'll see just how much he has grown.
Oh, and he's been wearing big boy underwear the past 2 days!! Sunday when I changed his diaper after breakfast he pulled up his pants without letting me put on another diaper, so I just went with it. He did SO well Sunday wearing his underoos- I was SO proud! He'd wet a little but then we'd run to the bathroom and he'd finish up on his potty. He did poop in his underwear, but that's understandable. I think we went through 7 pairs of underwear but I was just so pleased at how well he did. Was not expecting it at all, which I guess is the best way. Then last night when we got home I put some more on him and he went twice before bath without having an accident- and one time he was eating and realized he needed to go so we took care of business and went back to eating. Can you tell I'm a little excited about this?! This is the one thing that I have dreaded but hopefully it will turn out to be an easy transition for him and as stress free as possible for mommy!! My goal is to have him trained by the time Baby #2 comes and I think we are headed in the right direction.
All in all, the Hamms are doing well- staying busy with our almost 3 year old and work, but trying to enjoy each day as they come. We've got so much to be thankful for!!
Everyone I have asked, or who has told me, thinks I'm having a girl. Well, except one- Jason's dad thinks it's another boy. In 6 weeks we go in for the big ultrasound and we'll find out. Mommy's instinct is girl so we'll see if I'm right! I cannot wait! I have a feeling that these next 6 weeks are going to creep by just like the first 8 weeks did. So in 6 weeks we'll be able to start the fun stuff- decorating!! So exciting!!!
What's going on with Bennett these days?? Pretty much the same stuff. He's finally getting his back molars in so he's been a bit of a crabby pants and hasn't really slept that great for the past week or so. But it will pass and those little toofies will be in and he'll be feeling better. I think he's having a growth spurt right now too because when he wakes up all he wants is a snack! He'll go in for his 3 year well check in about 3 months so we'll see just how much he has grown.
Oh, and he's been wearing big boy underwear the past 2 days!! Sunday when I changed his diaper after breakfast he pulled up his pants without letting me put on another diaper, so I just went with it. He did SO well Sunday wearing his underoos- I was SO proud! He'd wet a little but then we'd run to the bathroom and he'd finish up on his potty. He did poop in his underwear, but that's understandable. I think we went through 7 pairs of underwear but I was just so pleased at how well he did. Was not expecting it at all, which I guess is the best way. Then last night when we got home I put some more on him and he went twice before bath without having an accident- and one time he was eating and realized he needed to go so we took care of business and went back to eating. Can you tell I'm a little excited about this?! This is the one thing that I have dreaded but hopefully it will turn out to be an easy transition for him and as stress free as possible for mommy!! My goal is to have him trained by the time Baby #2 comes and I think we are headed in the right direction.
All in all, the Hamms are doing well- staying busy with our almost 3 year old and work, but trying to enjoy each day as they come. We've got so much to be thankful for!!
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Here we go again!!
The Hamm household is growing!! In July 2013 our lives will change again! We are beyond excited and can't wait for this chapter in our lives! I am so thankful the Lord has blessed us with another child and a sibling for Bennett.
This excitement we are feeling right now was preceded by a lot of sadness and disappointment. We had been trying to concieve for over a year before we got pregnant again. Infertility was something very close to my heart, as we delt with it the first time trying for Bennett. It's something that is indescriable and not necessarily understanded by everyone. I'm going to be honest, the past year was extremely hard. I didn't really know what God wanted for our family. I knew I so desparetely longed to be pregnant again. I knew I wanted another child. I knew I wanted Bennett to have a brother or sister, to have someone to grow up with and enjoy things in life with. And I knew Jason wanted those things as well. I just didn't know if that was in store for us. Month after month we were met with more disappointment, more bitterness, more sadness. Sitting on the sidelines watching other families grow with excitement while I was kinda at a standstill was very tough. I personalized a lot of things- thinking it was my fault we couldn't get pregnant or that I didn't deserve to be pregnant again. In hindsight, I know I that wasn't the case, but when you're in the midst of infertility, your mind thinks of some crazy things. I now know, this baby was perfectly planned, at just the right time!! But I urge everyone to be a little more aware that some people might be going through a hard time with something like this. Little things you say with no harm intended, cuts deep with someone struggling with infertility. Even just the simple phrase- don't you think it's about time you have another one- hurts. Yes we do think it's time but sometimes it's just not that easy. And I've come to the conclusion that people struggling with this don't make it known to the world, we keep it private, because it's almost like we are being punished. It's a strange thing, and I just encourage everyone to maybe think about this before saying things. It's hard and when you're going through it, it's even harder!! I've battled infertility (and won!!) twice now- it's an emotional roller coaster and affects every single aspect of your life- your mental health, your relationship with your spouse, and even the relationship with other children you may have. Please be cautious with your words!
There is one positive outlook on my infertility- my children will know they were wanted more than anything in this world and that their mother and father did all they could to get them here. And you know, if we have to work hard again for another child, I'll do it, because the outcome is wonderful!!
I've been feeling ok- nauseated quite a bit and last week was sick with what I thought was just a cold, but now know it was probably the flu, since Bennett tested positive for it Friday. Everyone is on the mend and I'm ready to start feeling better, having a better appetite, and not feeling so tired! I'm showing quite a bit, but know that you tend to show a lot earlier with the second one. I can still fit into my jeans but they are becomming uncomfortable fast. Wearing maternity tops feels better than regular shirts. Our 8 week appointment went well, everything seems to be starting off on a good foot! I pray they continue to go that way and I know July will be here before I know it!!
Bennett is doing well, considering he's been sick- first with an ear infection and then the flu a week later. He's a trooper though and is getting better. Seems like we always get sick around Christmastime, but we enjoyed spending time with family and watching Bennett get excited over his presents. Again, he got a ton of new toys this year. I would have to say, his potato heads are probably his favorite. He's obsessed with those things. His speech is starting to change- he's actually saying complete sentences. I can't believe he's going to be 3 in April!!! Just blows my mind everytime I think about how much he is growing up, right before my eyes. He's such a handsome little thing and is good about listening when we ask him to do something. We are still working on sharing, but I know in time he'll get the hang of that. :) I just love him to pieces and we are so proud to have him as our son! I can't wait to give that much love to another child!!
This excitement we are feeling right now was preceded by a lot of sadness and disappointment. We had been trying to concieve for over a year before we got pregnant again. Infertility was something very close to my heart, as we delt with it the first time trying for Bennett. It's something that is indescriable and not necessarily understanded by everyone. I'm going to be honest, the past year was extremely hard. I didn't really know what God wanted for our family. I knew I so desparetely longed to be pregnant again. I knew I wanted another child. I knew I wanted Bennett to have a brother or sister, to have someone to grow up with and enjoy things in life with. And I knew Jason wanted those things as well. I just didn't know if that was in store for us. Month after month we were met with more disappointment, more bitterness, more sadness. Sitting on the sidelines watching other families grow with excitement while I was kinda at a standstill was very tough. I personalized a lot of things- thinking it was my fault we couldn't get pregnant or that I didn't deserve to be pregnant again. In hindsight, I know I that wasn't the case, but when you're in the midst of infertility, your mind thinks of some crazy things. I now know, this baby was perfectly planned, at just the right time!! But I urge everyone to be a little more aware that some people might be going through a hard time with something like this. Little things you say with no harm intended, cuts deep with someone struggling with infertility. Even just the simple phrase- don't you think it's about time you have another one- hurts. Yes we do think it's time but sometimes it's just not that easy. And I've come to the conclusion that people struggling with this don't make it known to the world, we keep it private, because it's almost like we are being punished. It's a strange thing, and I just encourage everyone to maybe think about this before saying things. It's hard and when you're going through it, it's even harder!! I've battled infertility (and won!!) twice now- it's an emotional roller coaster and affects every single aspect of your life- your mental health, your relationship with your spouse, and even the relationship with other children you may have. Please be cautious with your words!
There is one positive outlook on my infertility- my children will know they were wanted more than anything in this world and that their mother and father did all they could to get them here. And you know, if we have to work hard again for another child, I'll do it, because the outcome is wonderful!!
I've been feeling ok- nauseated quite a bit and last week was sick with what I thought was just a cold, but now know it was probably the flu, since Bennett tested positive for it Friday. Everyone is on the mend and I'm ready to start feeling better, having a better appetite, and not feeling so tired! I'm showing quite a bit, but know that you tend to show a lot earlier with the second one. I can still fit into my jeans but they are becomming uncomfortable fast. Wearing maternity tops feels better than regular shirts. Our 8 week appointment went well, everything seems to be starting off on a good foot! I pray they continue to go that way and I know July will be here before I know it!!
Bennett is doing well, considering he's been sick- first with an ear infection and then the flu a week later. He's a trooper though and is getting better. Seems like we always get sick around Christmastime, but we enjoyed spending time with family and watching Bennett get excited over his presents. Again, he got a ton of new toys this year. I would have to say, his potato heads are probably his favorite. He's obsessed with those things. His speech is starting to change- he's actually saying complete sentences. I can't believe he's going to be 3 in April!!! Just blows my mind everytime I think about how much he is growing up, right before my eyes. He's such a handsome little thing and is good about listening when we ask him to do something. We are still working on sharing, but I know in time he'll get the hang of that. :) I just love him to pieces and we are so proud to have him as our son! I can't wait to give that much love to another child!!
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