I'm Back

Okay, so I've been inspired to start blogging again.  I would start tonight but I've been catching up on too many blogs.  It's late.  I'm sleepy.  So I'll start tomorrow.  But until then, here's a picture from this morning.  Stella's about to let out a giggle in this picture.  Oh, how I love her SO much! 

For This Child I Prayed

Answered Prayers

This time last year I was starting the meds for IVF.  This time last year I could have never imagined how perfect my life would be today.  I am so lucky!  Stella answered all of my prayers.

Infertility Etiquette

I was just browsing through some blogs and stumbled across this article.  I agree with that blogger that posted it.  It's a must read for all people...so enjoy!

Infertility Etiquette

Amazing

Stella is amazing!  Motherhood is amazing!  God is amazing!

I wish I was updating my blog more often but I just can't seem to find the time.  Hopefully I'll start blogging again soon.

One Exciting Month

It's been one exciting month!  Josh and I were just talking our first month as parents.  It's everything we hoped for and so much more.  Our love for Stella is undescribable.  Our relationship and love for each other is stronger than ever.  We are so happy with our new life with Stella. 

I haven't been blogging for one reason: lack of time!  If I have a few minutes, I want to take a long, relaxing shower, call family or friends, get on facebook, check my email, catch up on blogs, clean the house, do laundry or take a nap.  I just haven't had the time to write posts.  I have been thinking about the blog community though.  I'll try to update more often! 

Here are some pictures that I have taken of Stella.  Enjoy!

Introducing Miss Stella

We are in love with our little Stella Grace. She's so sweet and beautiful! She arrived on the first day of spring, March 20th, after a quick and easy delivery. Stella weighed 7 pounds and 6 ounces. She measured 18 3/4 inches. We are enjoying every minute with our precious daughter!

We are still in the hospital finishing our required 48 hour stay.  We are so ready to be home with Stella!  I'll be updating my blog as much as possible, including an incredibly EASY labor and delivery, initial struggles with breastfeeding and sweet stories of our content and happy baby!

Oh, and I want to thank Q for updating my blog yesterday! 

SHE'S HERE!!!

Hi this is Q. I am Chelsea's friend and I am pleased to announce that Stella Grace made her appearance today at 2:04pm. She weighed 7lbs6oz. Chelsea says her labor went very smooth. Mom and baby are doing great!!!!! I will update you more later.

39 Weeks

39 Weeks!!!

Josh and I went to our 39 weeks appointment yesterday.  I'm now 3 cm!  My doctor did the "stretch and/or strip membranes" thing.  It was a little uncomfortable but not too bad.  Josh held my hand through the whole thing.  She told me I would have spotting but oh my gosh, I didn't realize how much.  I almost called her late last night because I was so concerned.  Josh reminded me that she said it was normal so I decided not to call.  I am still have a little bit of spotting today.  I called my doctor this afternoon.  She reassured me that it was normal.  I feel much better now.

Oh and guess what?  Yesterday was my last day at work!  I tried sleeping late this morning but had trouble.  My bestest friend Q came by to surprise me around lunch time.  She took me out to lunch to celebrate my first day off work.  It was such a nice treat.  Her precious daughter came with us.  She makes me so happy!  Afterwards we went to Target to walk around and shop.  We were hoping it would help Stella arrive sooner than later.  Unfortunately I only had a couple contractions while we were out and about today. 

Q and I fell in love with the fun spring dresses for infants at Target!  If you haven't checked them out, you must!  I'm not sure how we resisted.  I wanted to buy Stella one of each.

I've had a few contractions here and there.  Hopefully they will pick up soon and we can go to the hospital.  We can't wait!!!

Still Waiting

I just wanted to let you know that we're still waiting!  I made it through another week at school.  I only have three days left.  Will I make it?  I think so!  I came home from school today, took a hot shower and crashed in bed for a couple hours.  I woke up to have dinner and now I'm heading back to bed.  My body is officially worn out.  I'm sure I would feel a little better if I could sleep through the night but it's just not happening.  I wake up every hour to switch sides or race to the bathroom.  It's okay though!  It's all worth it.  I'm being prepared for the weeks ahead. 

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.  I'm just going to relax.  I'll keep you posted!