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| {9/6/2011 - 24 weeks - baby boy #4} |
- this baby boy needs a name!
I really wish we had a name picked out for this little guy. Right now I'm not excited about any name, and neither is Reid. Naming Connor was rough. We sat in the hospital for hours going over our lists. Naming a child is a daunting task! I would love to have a name chosen BEFORE the baby is born this time. Suggestions are welcome!
- ouch! *warning...some complaining follows*
On Sunday night I developed some sudden sciatic nerve pain. Oy. It hurts. Stretching has helped some, at least so I can walk around slowly, but the pain is still there whenever I move. I saw my chiropractor yesterday, and her adjustments didn't help at all. Super frustrating. I had whiny and uncooperative children with me that I had to drag out of there. I sobbed like a boob on the way home. I've been hobbling around like a 90 year old woman. I can't lift anything heavy...including Connor, without intense pain. I'm going to try getting a masseuse to rub it out. I think my muscles are super tight and may be contributing to the nerve pain. We shall see...
- my husband rocks!
Reid has been a champ. My pain is worse at the end of the day. He's happily helped with dinner and done the dishes. He's put the kids to bed. He's comforted me when I've had emotional breakdowns. Sometimes I'm crying because of frustration, sometimes because of pain, sometimes it's just hormones. What a good man, to deal with it all without complaining. I heart him.
- food
The ravenous pregnant lady has returned. I really haven't had any aversions this pregnancy, thankfully. Everything sounds good all of the time. lol. I just need food. NOW! My appetite is small though. I can't eat very much at one time, but two hours later I'm ravenous once again.
- church
At the end of July I was put in as the Young Women President in my ward (in charge of the program for girls age 12-18). I love working with these amazing girls. It's definitely keeping me on my toes. Luckily, I have some awesome women on my board to help keep me in line!
- preschool
Jack's preschool co-op is about to start up. This is his second year. I've been busy putting together schedules/lessons, etc. for the group. I teach for the first couple weeks! I love the curriculum we use (mykidgenuity.com). It's been so fun to do this for Clark and now Jack. Connor's next...I'll be putting together a group for 3 yr olds next year.
LOVE this post, Kristen. You look fabulous! Sorry about the sciatic and that the chiropractor didn't help. Sometimes it takes a few days for it to kick in, or maybe it won't, but it's probably still good you got cracked. :) And you are one busy lady! You deserve to cry every now and then.
ReplyDeleteYou look super cute! I'm sorry you have to deal with the sciatic stuff. I really don't know of any other "fixes" for it than you have tried already. The only other thing that I tried once was increasing my calcium intake. Hope it gets more manageable soon!
ReplyDeleteI started calcium supplements a couple days ago Jayme! :) I'm usually reminded to start taking them in pregnancy when the leg cramps come along, but they haven't come this time around.
ReplyDeleteYW pres?! AWESOME! sorry that the chiro didnt work...have you done heat & ice? or a bath? good luck--my 4th pregnancy was my worst!! but i blamed it on the fact that they were so close together. :/
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about the sciatic pain!! You are one hot prego lady even though you feel 90 years old at the moment!! Love the pic! I also have been thinking about what an amazing woman you are. I love how positive you are, and how involved in life you are. I look up to you in so many ways are I'm so grateful for your example. I love ya girl. Hang in there!!
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing! If the massage doesn't work, try acupuncture. It was the only thing that worked for my sciatic issues. :) good luck lady!
ReplyDeleteWow, girl, you've got a lot on your plate! You look terrific, and I wish you the best working out your sciatic issues. No helpful advice here, just good juju to send your way.
ReplyDeleteKristen, you look adorable!
ReplyDeleteWhat is it about the 4th time around? I have felt like a 90 yr old many many times. blah.
hey, at least you LOOK amazing!
You are one hot preggo momma!
ReplyDeleteMy hubby says Oh my another boy! (even though I told him it was boy when you announced it) She is one special mom to have all those boys and she must have patience!
Super sorry about the nerve - never fun! Have they tried moving the baby yet? That is all it took for mine with Kate (Jack and Kate have the same birthday).
YW president - I so should email you what we did last week with our girls - super cute, cheap and fun! And it goes along with this years theme Believe!
Kristen, you look amazing! In my last pregnancy, I noticed a 90-year old lady at Costco moving faster than I was!! Pretty depressing, but good thing it doesn't last forever. Hang in there! I hope you find a good solution for your pain. You are an awesome mom and person!
ReplyDeleteYou look great, Kristen! Come back to UT and I will help with your sciatic pain :) I am sure you are an awesome YW leader, how fun! Good luck with baby boy #4
ReplyDeletePS, a few names I like: Benton (obviously :), Luke, Dillon, and James.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all you are adorable! Second I have nothing but empathy for your sciatica. I get it every pregnancy. Find a Chiropractor that specializes in prego mamas. Third you will be the best YW Pres. ever! 4th Hurray for awesome husbands! Hurray for food ! and Hurray for kids in school!. Name ideas Luke, Lucas, Rhett, Liam, Garrett, Miles, Cade, Jarom, Jace..... good luck!
ReplyDeleteUm hello?! How do you look so hot preggo? I feel for you with the sciatic pain...I had them during my pregnancy (can't remember if it was Isaac or Abby...how sad!!) Honestly, I don't remember anything helping. The doc told me it was probably the way the baby was sitting...who knows. I hope you feel better soon! love ya!
ReplyDeleteI'm teary right now. Wish I was there to lift Connor and wipe tears and make waffles and let you go to the chiropractor by yourself! Prayers and hugs and positive thoughts. And, BTW, you look maaahhhvelous!
ReplyDeleteI'm getting teary right now thinking of my girl suffering so far away from me! Wish I was there to make waffles, lift Connor, wipe your tears, and let you go to the chiropractor alone. We are praying for you and sending hugs. Love all of you!
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