Well, wasn't that fun?

[bronwynrh]

I just got back home from the hospital. Yes, the hospital.

I'm sure most of y'all aren't interested in the gory details, so I'll spare you that and just say that there was blood and a little worry. I've been checked out, the baby has been monitored and sonogrammed, and we're all ok. I'm having a bunch of contractions now, but that's because I was looked at so. . . closely.

Adventures in pending motherhood!

On the fantabulous upside, we had that sonogram, and they even captured his face with the 3D thingie. SamPatrick has my nose. *grin* Jeff says we'll see - that maybe it only looked like my nose because the baby was squooshing his face against the wall. I still say he looks like me. The doctor called him "Moose", after finding that he weighs 3 lb 12 oz. Baby has been put on notice: he is allowed to double in size, but no more. I will have no mooses. No, sir.

I'll upload pictures tomorrow, when I have the scanner.

Comments

[travellight.livejournal.com]

No more needing the hospital until 69 more days have passed. Good Lord. I've only got so long left on my bladder here.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

I know. Who can take the stress?

[kendokamel.livejournal.com]

*hugs and mojo!*

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Thank you :)

[dburr13.livejournal.com]

I'm glad that both of you are alright!

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Me too! Thank you!

[adaon.livejournal.com]

I was about 10 lbs when I was born!

And my face was definitely smooshed when I was in utero. My ENT specialist speculates that it contributed to my deviated septum. Must have been *very* uncomfortable for my poor mother!

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Ten pounds is just. . . no. Can't do it. I hope he takes after me and stays between 7 and 8 lbs.

*crosses fingers*

That's funny about your nose. You can tell me what you think when you see the 3D shot tomorrow.

[corto.livejournal.com]

phew.

... and I'm guessing 9lbs 15 ozs. :)

[bramey.livejournal.com]

O dear god, no. I was 7 lbs 13 ozs, I think (if I'm wrong, mom'll pop in and correct me). They say that babys tend to follow their mommas in size. So maybe I'll get lucky.

Oof. I couldn't believe how inflated I felt, but I though he only weighed 2 1/2 lbs or so. Now that I know how big he is, I can understand why I feel the way I do.

[corto.livejournal.com]

Geo was 8... but edward was 10 lbs and change.
Suz was a 7 lb baby. :)

*shakes fist*

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Damn you!

[nwcmwfan15.livejournal.com]

Awwwwwwbaby! I'm going to pop in on your side of the argument. The sonogram for my niece showed that she definitely had her mama's nose... and Alison most definitely does!

But seriously, I'm glad things are all right!

[bramey.livejournal.com]

I hope he has my nose after all, too. I have a cute nose ;)

Thanks!

[kendokamel.livejournal.com]

You do have a cute nose! My ginormous honker is jealous.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Haha!

[journalismgirl.livejournal.com]

That baby needs to cook! No more hospital trips.

And, in terms of weight, you'd be amazed what women can do. Or birth, rather.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

You know what? I'm blown away that he has to cook more. After seeing those pudgy cheeks, it's hard to believe that he's not ready right now.

I know better, obviously, but still.

I'm hoping to do this drug-free, hence my wish for a reasonably sized child. In my dreams, my labor is easy, too. I hope that's more premonition than wishful thinking!

[aristophren.livejournal.com]

Did he have antlers?

Here. Have a bikini shot.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

No, but mooses aren't usually born with antlers :)

I know I'm biased, but damn, he's cute.

by the by, how're you feeling?

Re: Here. Have a bikini shot.

[aristophren.livejournal.com]

Still, picturing you giving birth to something with antlers is very funny.

I am feeling much better, especially after the bikini pic...

Re: Here. Have a bikini shot.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Haha. I'm sure that, when it comes down to it, I'll probably be asking if he does have antlers!

Re: Here. Have a bikini shot.

[aristophren.livejournal.com]

hahahahaha

[shebear.livejournal.com]

So glad everything is okay!

I was a 6lb and something baby ... Emily was 8 lbs 7 oz and Jake was 9 lbs 12 oz. (Talk about a moose ...) Can't wait to see the picture!

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Ok, so we can conclude that, as with most things pregnancy-related, They don't know jack.

Got it.

ps. I'm so happy for you! Congratulations on the new job!

[shebear.livejournal.com]

Well, yeah, They don't know jack. But on the other hand, as was the fashion in the early 70s, my mother smoked while pregnant with me. So it's entirely possible I was meant to be a monstro-baby too.

Thanks, I'm hoping it turns out to be a good thing, but worst case it's a bad thing that I do for a short time and get paid more for.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

I love how rational you are about this. Silver linings everywhere.

[cureanything.livejournal.com]

Yow! I'm glad everything is okay. Tell that baby to slow down a bit - put on some Simon & Garfunkel or something! :)

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Funny you should mention that. I've been listening to Simon & Garfunkel (and just Simon) for several weeks now, during my commute. I sing for two reasons: to serenade the bebe, and to keep my temper in check :)

[cureanything.livejournal.com]

Hey, if that doesn't work try some Iron + Wine or Damien Rice!

[bramey.livejournal.com]

*writes those down so she can look them up*

:)

[cureanything.livejournal.com]

I could mail you some of both if you like? I have a little of each artist and they're both awfully soothing.

[bramey.livejournal.com]

Cool! A little sampling before I buy. I'll see if I can't find it to have a listen at Pandora, too. I'm always looking for new music :)

[cureanything.livejournal.com]

Email me your address when you have time to cureanything@livejournal.com

[liminal-space.livejournal.com]

very glad things are aok with you and the weeone. :)

[bramey.livejournal.com]

me too also