September 14, 2010

So it is official I older than a quarter of a century. This birthday was very different than the past. It was my first as a mom and I must say it was the best birthday to date. I spent the whole weekend with great friends and my little guy.

Today marks the 16 week mark and after a rough first trimester I am finally starting to feel more "normal". I am still worn out but I think it has a lot to do with work and trying to keep up with a very adventurous little boy. Will has started to pull up on everything and has no fear when trying to jump off of the couch, bed or whatever he might be sitting on. He is also going through a very sweet mommy phase and wants me to hold him whenever in site.

Update on baby 2. He or she is growing and so far looks healthy. We did play with the ultrasound at work yesterday and we have a very good idea what the sex is. I will have to wait 3 more weeks to know for sure. I am excited to see if we are right. I did start to feel the little tator tot last week which is a lot sooner than I did with William. I know I just went through this but it is still an amazing feeling to know there is a little person inside. I still smile when I feel the little flutter and can't wait when the kicks really start.

Well I guess that is a quick review of what is going on in the Breland household. Next update I will hopefully have pictures and more news of baby 2 :)

July 25, 2010

This week we had our second ultrasound of baby Breland two. Everything appeared normal. It always makes me feel a little better knowing we are on track with everything. Due date slightly changed to March 4th, but my doctor is still saying March 1, 2011. Heart rate was 156 bpm (Will's was 176 at this time in his development). As for me, I have had better days. I woke up sick every morning this week and have to take zofran for nausea. Today was by far the worst, and I was just thankful I was at home and could lie in bed all day. I was never sick with Will, so it makes me feel like I am having a girl. It has not been easy working and being sick, but hopefully it will not last long.

Other news right now. Will has started to army-crawl, and his first tooth has begun to come in. I can't believe how big he is getting.

Matt also starts med school tomorrow. I think I am more nervous than he is.

Will is growing up too fast.

I wish I had started this a year ago but never realized how time would get by me. Through other friends I have discovered that websites and blogging are easy ways to keep our family and friends updated on what is going on with us. William is 7.5 months old now, and we found out June 29th that we are expecting another baby. I went to the doctor the next day, and ultrasound confirmed that I was 5 weeks pregnant. Matt and I are very excited about our new addition. We just hope the pregnancy and birth go as smoothly as with Will. So far I have just had some mood swings but no morning sickness. I just keep praying this continues. I could not imagine being sick during the busy season at Hope Animal Clinic. We have many friends who are expecting this year, and I enjoy comparing pregnancies. If you have never been pregnant before that sounds silly, but it actually adds to the excitement. I love the feeling that many of my friends are going through the same experience. It also means our little one has some built in friends who will be in our lives from the very beginning.

As a side note, Matt also starts med school in 3 weeks. I think after staying at home for the last year with William, he could not be more ready. I am going to miss having him at home though. He was the most amazing stay at home dad and I know Will is going to miss him.

Hi, everyone - Matt here. This is my first blogging experience, and I am a little nervous, so please don't laugh at me.

The last eighteen months have been momentous for us. I (we) made some big gambles, and so far they all have paid off. The biggest question at the moment is the health of the new baby, although I expect him/her to be just fine. After the uncertainties of the last year it is nice to know for the most part how the next four years should go.

Rachael is right - I am ready to start med school. Everything about becoming a doctor takes a long time - the years of undergrad, the application process, med school, residency, possibly a fellowship. I think I am a pretty patient person, but it's time to get moving.

I don't know how often I will write, but I have been appointed official family proofreader and editor in chief. My literary skills are rusty, but I shall do my best.

That is all for now. Health and happiness to you, and thanks for reading!
The Brelands