Some time has passed since the last blog entry...this isn't because its become any less important, or that we haven't had anything to say. However, I'm sure you can understand how our schedules have sped up in these past few weeks as we prepare to welcome Madison Emery into our lives.
We, of course, have been keeping our normal schedules with work, church, and family time, and are now including things like getting our house somewhat prepared, prepping for baby showers, and LaWanda has now reached the time for multiple weekly visits to the doctor.
Speaking of LaWanda, she has been doing really well overall; her energy levels have decreased a bit with the onset of her third trimester, but still aren't as draining as during her first. She hasn't been plagued by heartburn, or many of the other symptoms, of several others we've heard have faced, and is currently below her personal goal of not gaining more than 25 pounds! In fact, about the only challenge she's been dealing with (although not minor) is that she was recently diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
The first attempt at controlling this came with a visit to a dietitian; after reviewing her eating patterns (which they were impressed with) a few changes were made with less than optimum results. The second attempt came with a prescription for glyburide. The results were better, but even with higher dosages, fluctuated often. Currently, she has been placed on insulin injections four times per day, along with continuing to monitor her sugar readings to gauge its results. Even with this, her numbers will sometimes range from slightly elevated, to periodical drops.
So along with her weekly OB visits, she also has a weekly visit to a high risk clinic who performs weekly ultrasounds to monitor Madi's growth. This said, we now know that Madison's birth will be a scheduled event rather than a surprise arrival.
Still yet, Madi has become quite the kick-boxer...a sign that we've been told let's them know she isn't stressed. To be sure of this, the OB will also conduct non-stress tests weekly as part of our visits as well.
On another note, we're currently in the process of refinancing our home. This may seem like a simple statement, but the implications behind the statement deserve some explination.
Several years ago, we purchased our current home; at the time we knew it wasn't the ideal structure, but the price was right, and the property would allow us to build on-site. Several things have changed since our project began that have prevented its completion. Now that Madi is on the way, completion has become more of a must.
With the current economy, it may seem counter-indicative to seek refinancing & get money in return, but through this, we are seeing a blessing. Currently, the banks are offering really good financing rates; at this rate, we will be able to refinance our payoff, get the funds needed to complete our building project, and pay off a credit card that was used during my surgery last year, all while decreasing our monthly budget by more that $150! I suppose the only thing left to say is: God is good.
Lastly, we recently had our first baby shower. It was hosted by our small group, and included members of our church family & a few close friends. It turned out amazing! The entire event was beautiful and Madi ended up with several cute outfits and several necessities to welcome her home. What a great group of friends we have.
We can't wait to introduce our daughter to you all!
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