My silly baby at 14 weeks!

Gymnastics, Hip Hop, Spit Up, and Poop

This year will be one busy year for Mamacita Pamela...Saturdays will be gymnastics for Savannah, then of course little baby Jackson is waiting for me when I get home and Will is always standing there holding Jackson out to me as soon as I walk in the door. Monday nights are hip hop classes at 6:30, so I don't even have time to eat or give baby J a kiss...and again...Will is standing there with spit up on his shirt and poo in the diaper when I get home.

Today is Bittersweet

Today is bittersweet...my 1st baby started 2nd grade...that's right 2nd GRADE!! This may seem a little excessive but almost everytime I change Jackson's diaper or give him a bath I am reminded of my first times of doing that with my little girl Savannah and it seems like just yesterday that I was gazing into her little face and falling in love with her. Although Jackson is a boy, he looks so much like her when she was a baby. I feel selfish not wanting her to grow up, I just wish she was going to be a little girl forever, is that so wrong???? It's a cold cruel world out there and I don't want anything or anybody to ruin the little girl world that she currently resides in. Aughhh, it's just too much. It's gonna be hard to give her the attention that she needs and deserves over these next couple of years with Jackson now in the picture, but I am gonna try my hardest to make sure she knows how much I truly love and care about her...mommy's little girl.

WATCH OUT SUCKA!

Don't mess with my rubber ducky.

Jackson is 9 weeks old today!

Jackson Milestones
1. He is definitely trying to tell me how is day went everyday when I get home. He moves his little jaw and makes little ahhhh and ouhhh noises...hard to explain but he is definitely talking to me.

2. He is less gassy and better able to control is air intake while feeding.

3. When he hears my voice or sees me walk into a room, he gets very excited and wants me to pick him up. I know this because he starts moving his arms and breathing hard. Sometimes I act annoyed by this but I actually love it that he wants me to hold him, sometimes only mommy will do.

4. We are getting more and more sleep at night and he is awake more in the day. Although, Jackson is smart, he often opens and closes one eye to make sure I am still there. If he sees me walking away he gets mad and starts getting fussy. As soon as I walk back, he's okay. It's a game he likes to play nightly.

5. We have started to put half of a teaspoon of pureed banana in his night time bottle and half of a teaspoon of pureed prune in his morning bottle and everything seems to flow pretty well. The banana bottle gets him to sleep and the prune bottle gets him to poo and not be so gassy gus. This was all on the advice from our sitter Ms. Betty. She's a tough cookie but with 25 years of experience behind her, who am I to question her.

our babies!

New Pictures of my lil Peanut

Muey Importante Jackson Updates

1. This is his first week at the babysitter's (Ms. Betty). She is from Venezuala and I told her to only speak Spanish to him....one bilingual baby...comin up!

2. He has started to sleep for longer periods at night (thank you Jesus).

3. I have discovered that no matter how hard he cries or how upset he is, if I put him in the bathtub and keep that water running, he is a happy little man. He just loves to be in the tub and have that water flowing.

4. He prefers to sleep on his tummy.

5. Jackson likes to take walks with his daddy and big sister outside.

6. Nobody can make Jackson smile like his big sister. He loves to hear her sing.

Jackson is 6 weeks old

Well, here he is...My baby is growing day by day, I have to go back to work in 2 weeks and I'm absolutely dreading it. Lil J will be going to Ms. Betty's during the day. I'm hoping it won't be too much of a shock for him and that he will adjust quickly.

Jackson taking a break from a busy day

Here is my baby boy at 3 weeks and 3 days old.

JACKSON THOMAS HODGE HAS ARRIVED!!
I went into labor on Monday, June 7th at around 2 pm and Jackson made his appearance on Tuesday, June 8th at 12:28 pm. It was a rough labor and delivery but we are so glad he is finally here. I was exactly 38 weeks prego. He has been nothing but a joy since day one. We love him so much.

37 weeks and 4 days and Jackson has dropped!

37 weeks and 2 days

35 weeks and the pain begins

yep, 35 weeks prego as of today, and the pain has begun although I know this is nothing in comparison to what awaits me and my body. I feel like baby J has dropped somewhat and I'm having some major pain in the nether regions. I was having some major Braxton Hicks yesterday and called the doc...as usual they want you to go to the hospital. The last time I was worried about something, I ended up getting a $500 bill from the hospital so I won't be doing that anytime soon. My next appointment is May 28th and they will be doing an exam, something to look forward to I'm sure.

A couple of pictures from my baby shower that was on April 24, 2010. I believe I was about 32 weeks prego here. That's me with my little princess and the second picture is one of my best buddies Anna talking to my 92 year old Grandma. She loves to tell everybody how old she is and if you don't hug her, you might get hurt. My grandmother has never met a stranger, I love her to pieces.

33 weeks as of tomorrow

32 WEEKS AND 1 DAY

Week 32: Mommy, you're HOT!Fetal development in pregnancy week 32: fetus in eighth month In the latest womb reports, your amazing baby has now developed sensitivity to temperature! This means you’ll probably get a swift kick if you put a hot pad on your ginormous belly. For the Elton John lovers out there-- yes, baby’s got blue eyes. At this point, all babies do, although depending on their chromosomal disposition, this could easily change after birth (or even between now and labor), but for the time being, blue it is. Thanks to their recently matured lungs and a remarkably strong immune system, over 90% of babies born in their 32nd week, survive premature births. So it’s pretty much a done deal. Even if your little monkey’s planning on heading out early, their survival odds are in everyone’s favor. Time to celebrate (no, no, wait until after the birth to crack open the champagne!) We’re talking baby-showers and alcohol-free punch!

Well, I'm feeling pretty uncomfortable these days. My arms make me look like a linebacker for the Houston Texans and my belly, well, that's a different story, I'm not even gonna go there. I had my baby shower this past weekend and got a lot of cool stuff. I got Jackson's stroller, play yard, an awesome swing, boppy, tons of clothes, toys...you name it, I got it. I still need to get some more supplies but other than that, I'm pretty much ready for this baby to make his appearance. Work is getting more and more difficult. I have to sit for long periods of time and this makes my feet swell. I honestly cannot wait to get out of here to take care of Jackson.

29 weeks and 1 day

29 weeks and 1 day and this is what I'm lookin at everyday, or other people I should say. Jackson is kicking all of the time now. I am going to my 4d ultrasound on Friday, super excited about that!

27 weeks and days

Today I am 27 weeks today and 2 days...I'm at my wits end, my daughter likes to scream while the dog plays with her. I know she is just having fun but my daughter has a very distinct scream that would break any glass - even double paned windows shudder at her scream. Feeling extra big today and uncomfortable. I noticed my back is really starting to hurt and when I get up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom...it's a struggle. here is the new me!

25 weeks and 1 day!

I will post a photo on here later on tonight. Lil J is moving around quite a bit these days. Yesterday it felt like he was just feeling around instead of kicking. I am sure it is getting to be a tight squeeze in his little home. Meanwhile, I've had nonstop RLS (restless leg syndrome), it is kind of a creepy crawly feeling in your legs, ankles, and feet...it feels like I have to keep moving them. It will drive you insane. Only potentially 15 more weeks left. Yay!!!

A little scare

24 weeks as of tomorrow..apparently if I delivered at 24 weeks, my little bambino would have a pretty descent chance of making it but with major health problems. Which brings me to my scare last night. All weekend I have been shopping, looking for things, painting Jackson's room and very active and not a dull moment. Anyway, yesterday at about 4 or 4:30 I went to use the restroom and everything was business as usual. I stood up and a clear fluid leaked onto my panties and yoga pants...needless to say, I freaked out. I decided to lay down for a while and I told Will what happened. I called my doctor and she said for me to go to "Labor and Delivery" which kinda freaked me out. This never happened with Savannah. Anyway, I go to labor and delivery and they check the fluid which embarresingly enough turned out to be urine! But, she told me I was having some small contractions and if I don't start to take it easy, I will be put on bed rest which I totally do not want at all. I feel better today with some slight cramping here and there but overall, it is better than yesterday.

Thirsty Thursday

I have never been so thirsty in my entire life...here is the kicker...I already have to pee 8 million times a day...add water and I basically live in the bathroom.

I have discovered that Jackson is pretty busy in there right when I get to work and sit down and after lunch, oh and he really loves to go to town at night when I am trying to get some shut eye. Last night Savannah felt her baby brother move for the first time. She got very excited and she asks me all the time what I think Jackson will look like. I always tell her "Probably a lot like his big sister" and she grins from ear to ear. This also contributes to her staring at herself in the mirror quite a bit. I love that girl.

Found out today that I don't have to pay for crib hardware for Savannah's old crib. I simply just called the crib maker company and they are sending out the parts next week. And to think all of this time I was going from one hardware store to another trying to find something that would work when all I had to do was call the company. Turns out that a lot of their cribs were recalled except for the model that I have amazingly. I hope it is easy to reassemble.

My mom and Aunt Debbie are over at the house helping me get Jackson's nursery together, which brings me back to my original dilemma...how in the world am I going to consolidate 2 children into 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. I really don't know why I say that because Savannah spends a majority of her time in my bathroom instead of hers, so maybe it won't be a problem after all. Good thing I didn't paint her bathroom pink!!

Jackson's first kiss from his big sister.

22 weeks and 2 days!!!

Well, here I am, in all my glory!!! 22 weeks and 2 days and growing by the day :)

infinite weather depressent...

Had to do a post about the sucky weather as of late in Houston. There is nothing more depressing than getting up to the same miserable weather outside every single day. Rainy, windy, and cold to boot. Today is like a high of 43. What can you do outside when it is 43 degrees and a soggy, windy wet mess? Come on Mother Nature, cut us a break!!! At this point I might be happy with 60 degrees.
Anywho, I am going to try and get Jackson's room ready these next few weeks. There is still a lot of Savannah's stuff in there. Everytime I pass by that room, I wonder how I am going to combine 2 children's lives (toys, linens, toys, clothing...did I mention toys?) together. Thankfully, Savannah is kinda growing out of her toys phase (although she has a severe addiction to Littlest Pet Shop) and moving on to things that even I enjoy playing with i.e. Ipod, computer games, Wii.
I am starting to buy diapers when I go to the store...figure I better stock up while I can. I can't wait until the baby shower, I love all of my family and friends and can't wait to see them all and discuss Jackson's arrival. I am getting more and more nervous about the delivery...I am hoping they won't have to induce me...I remember that pain.

21 weeks and 2 days!

getting ready for bed and thought I would get a quick picture in...getting bigger for sure

21 weeks today and reflection

Savannah at 7 weeks:)

21 weeks today!! It is official...I had some difficulty putting lotion on my feet and while in the shower, I was trying to loofah my feet and it was really a stretch. Jackson kicks everyday now and to be honest, the reality of another child has not fully set in. I was reflecting back to when I was pregnant with Savannah and how excited I was and I investigated everything, but now, it seems like I've already been there and done that. Savannah has been the center of my life for the past 6 years and 9 months. I cannot even imagine at this point sharing that love with another child...I know it will come, it's just hard for me to fathom. Next prenatal visit on Thursday, they are doing another ultrasound to make sure Lil J has all of his fingers, toes, and properly working organs.

new puppy

I am so excited because we are finally getting a puppy on Saturday. I just really cannot wait! I am also 19 weeks pregnant and feeling pretty good lately except for waking up every 2 minutes to switch sides while I'm sleeping. I guess I am not supposed to lay on my back and my doctor prefers me to sleep on my left side. Apparently the baby gets more nutrients when I sleep on the left. My next doc appt. is on February 11th, they will do an ultrasound to make sure Jackson has all of his little fingers, toes, etc. I will update soon with picture of new puppy.

IT'S A BOY!!!!

I have been wanting to come here since Thursday when I found out but I've just been so busy. We are very excited that Jackson Thomas Hodge continues to grow each day and I have felt some movement but not a lot...I'm hoping he starts kickin around in there. It's just reassuring. We took Savannah to the gender ID ultrasound with us and she was very excited. The week prior to the ultrasound, she was indicating that she wanted a little brother. I think it is because she will always want to be mommy and daddy's only girl. This is good, and she will adjust to the baby better I think. I am still worried about how I am going to handle all of this but I've always believed that I would have another child and God has decided to bless us with another one of his children and we are so grateful. Plus, Will is more than elated to be having a son.

17 weeks tomorrow

Things that I have noticed that started happening this week
1. definite movement in the tummy..we went and watched Avatar in 3D and the bass was super loud and the baby was either hating it or liking it because he/she was doing major gymnastics in my belly.

2. the onset of heartburn begins...just noticed that today after I had some blueberry pomegranit juice. Ouchy.

3. I am getting pretty darn near not being able to squeeze into my pre-pregnancy bottoms, definitely the jeans.

4. I have started really thinking about my daily life with a newborn and a 7 year old. Wondering how I am going to be a good mommy to both. I shouldn't worry, my great-grandmother had 16 children and my grandmother had 8 or 9.

I am very excited to find out the sex of the baby on Thursday and I pray that the baby cooperates and shows us what he/she is. I will definitely keep you posted!

Bassinet

Ohhhh, and here is the brand new awesome bassinet my friend Jill gave to me, she is such a sweety. Thank you Jilly Poo!

Maternity Tour Tonight

Super excited because in a few hours I will see where I will be in labor and deliver, hopefully no C-Section. I hope the rooms are nice. With Savannah I delivered at the Women's Hospital of Texas and I just remember being very happy with the room but the nurses drove me nuts and woke me up every couple of hours when I had just been in labor for 17 hours. Ugghhh...I wanted to hurt somebody. I really don't know how women have home births though. I mean, what if something goes wrong or you start hemoraging or what if the baby is not breathing? I would hate to put my own child in jepoardy because I wanna do something different. There is a reason why there has been major improvements in the medical industry so that women can have a safer delivery. Anyway, I will jump off of my soap box for now...one more exciting tid bit...we will be finding out the sex of the baby (hopefully if the baby cooperates) next Thursday the 14th. I will keep ya'll in the loop :)