1 month

January 2017

Weight: 8 lbs. 4 oz.

Height: 22 in.

Diaper size: newborn

Clothing size: newborn

Eating schedule: every 2.5-3 hours during the day, between 3-4 hours at night

Cries when: hungry or tired

Milestones: first bath, holds our fingers, very alert, good head control

Camden has joined our family seamlessly! He is such a sweet baby and pretty easy going so far, considering he's always being lugged around to his big brother's activities and school! 

Calvin loves being a big brother. He's so proud to tell everyone he has a baby brother. It really is the sweetest thing. He loves to help get clean diapers when Camden needs to be changed, and pick out the bath toys when Camden needs a bath :)

We're so excited to watch Camden grow and watch the boys as they share that brotherly bond. There will undoubtedly be lots of boo boos, fights, wrestling and tears along the way, but we know these two boys will be the best of friends!

Happy Birthday Camden!

 We are overjoyed to welcome

Camden Michael Ousley

born December 15, 2016 at 7:56am

6 lbs. 3 oz., 19.5 inches

Tim and I headed to the hospital around 5am, as we were the first scheduled c-section of the day.

We were taken back where I was prepped for surgery. Shortly thereafter, we met our little man!

Here are some pictures from Camden's birthday, and his first few weeks home...

Our little peanut :)

On our way home!

Merry Christmas!!!

Calvin makes sure there is no shortage of fun!

 

The boys!

38 weeks

How far along? 38 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: +21 lbs. total
Maternity clothes? Mostly maternity bottoms and a mix of regular and maternity tops

Stretch marks? No
Sleep: As good as it can get at this point. I'm still getting up at least once to pee, and turning from side to side is still challenging because of the belly weight--it feels like a bowling ball.
Miss Anything? Sleeping on my back, and just generally being comfortable.
Movement: TONS! He's still a super active little guy!
Food cravings: Nothing in particular this week.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Nothing this week.
Symptoms? Just tired, mainly.
Have you started to show yet? Yes!

Gender: BOY! Camden Michael :)
Labor Signs: No, although I've been feeling more constant and consistent pressure.
Belly Button in or out? Outie
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Exercise? Stroller Strides three times this week.
Looking forward to: meeting Camden!!! He will be here this time next week, so stay tuned!!!

37 weeks...FULL TERM!

How far along? 37 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: +21 lbs. total
Maternity clothes? Mostly maternity bottoms and a mix of regular and maternity tops

Stretch marks? No
Sleep: I think it's as good as it can get at this point. I'm still getting up at least once to pee, and turning from side to side is still challenging because of the belly weight.
Miss Anything? Sleeping on my back, and just generally being comfortable.
Movement: TONS! Although I think he's really cramped now.
Food cravings: Nothing in particular this week.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Nothing this week.
Symptoms? Still feeling heavy. Not so much back pain this week, but nasal congestion has gotten a little worse, so I feel like I'm breathing heavily all the time! I've slowed down considerably and I've been feeling exhausted.
Have you started to show yet? Yes!

Gender: BOY! Camden Michael :)
Labor Signs: No, although I've been feeling more constant and consistent pressure.
Belly Button in or out? Outie
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Exercise? Stroller Strides three times this week.
Looking forward to: meeting Camden!!! We're exactly two weeks away, and it's crunch time! We've still got things to do before his arrival (like buy a new car that will actually fit us all in it, pack my hospital bag, etc.) but everything else is ready! My next doctor appointment is tomorrow, so I'm looking forward to checking up on him too :)

36 weeks

How far along? 36 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: +20 lbs. total
Maternity clothes? Mostly maternity bottoms and a mix of regular and maternity tops

Stretch marks? No
Sleep: Just ok this week. I've been getting up at least once to pee, and turning from side to side has become more challenging.
Miss Anything? Sleeping on my back, and just generally being comfortable.
Movement: TONS!
Food cravings: Nothing in particular this week.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Nothing this week.
Symptoms? Still feeling heavy and the typical mid-lower back pain. Nasal congestion has started, so I feel like I'm breathing heavily all the time! I've slowed down considerably and I'm feeling a lot more tired these days.
Have you started to show yet? Yes!

Gender: BOY! Camden Michael :)
Labor Signs: No, although I've been feeling more constant and consistent pressure.
Belly Button in or out? Outie
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Exercise? Stroller Strides three times this week.
Looking forward to: taking Calvin to "sibling class" this weekend! He's going to learn all about being a big brother :)

35 weeks

How far along? 35 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: +18 lbs. total
Maternity clothes? Mostly maternity bottoms and a mix of regular and maternity tops

Stretch marks? No
Sleep: Pretty good this week
Miss Anything? Sleeping on my back.
Movement: TONS!
Food cravings: Nothing in particular this week, although Calvin's leftover birthday cake and shower cake are practically running through my veins at this point!
Anything making you queasy or sick? Nothing this week.
Symptoms? Still feeling heavy and the typical mid-lower back pain.
Have you started to show yet? Yes!

Gender: BOY! Camden Michael :)
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? Outie
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Exercise? Stroller Strides twice this week.
Looking forward to: Thanksgiving! My workout group is having a potluck tomorrow at the park for the kids, so Calvin is pretty excited about that. And a holiday basically means extra daddy time, so I'm looking forward to this last little bit of quality time together as a family of three :).

I had my 34 week appointment, and little Camden is measuring right on target and still has a nice, strong heartbeat! I can't believe we're exactly FOUR weeks away from meeting him!!!

34 weeks

How far along? 34 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: +19 lbs. total
Maternity clothes? Mostly maternity bottoms and a mix of regular and maternity tops

Stretch marks? No
Sleep: Pretty good this week
Miss Anything? Sleeping on my back.
Movement: TONS!
Food cravings: Nothing in particular this week
Anything making you queasy or sick? I got the TDap vaccine earlier in the week and wow, did I feel some side effects! I basically felt like I had the flu for about 24 hours, minus a fever. Not fun. Luckily, I was feeling much better the next day.
Symptoms? Still feeling heavy and I've slowed down quite a bit. 
Have you started to show yet? Yes!

Gender: BOY! Camden Michael :)
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? Outie
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Exercise? Stroller Strides three times!
Looking forward to: a visit from my bestie (I finally get to meet her newest addition, Rhett!) and my baby sprinkle this weekend!