Cup of Christmas Juice

A couple weeks before Christmas i joined Micah at school for the annual Cup of Christmas Juice. We enjoyed cookies, juice and a craft. Here are a few pictures of Micah from our afternoon.

I love what i see

I love what i see when i look in my rear view mirror. I can see all 3 of my boys, Micah to my right Noah behind me (i can see him in his little mirror) and Josiah in the center in the back seat. I was a little sad at first when i had to move Josiah to the back seat (so was he) but he's such a big boy and is loving it now. Micah thought about moving to the back seat with Josiah but he later decided that he needed to be next to Noah just in case he needs something. Hopefully I'll get a picture of that to post soon :) i have a lot of picture taking and loading onto the computer to do. Enjoy your day!

First Day....

Today was my first day home with all 3 boys. Allwyn returned to work, i have to be honest i was a little nervous about what the day would be like but let me just say it went well. This may have been because Micah went to school from 8:30 until 1 but, i did make it out of the house today with 2 little ones :) Allwyn got up with Micah and gave him breakfast and dressed him (when he came in to say goodbye i was sure that Micah must have picked out his clothing but he said daddy did) Josiah woke before they left but enjoyed some tv/snuggle time with mommy and Noah before we went down stairs. I've needed to go to the grocery store and sams club for a few days now and decided today was the day. So, Josiah (now sitting in the back seat, just like a big boy) Noah and i started to get ready. I set a goal to leave around 9. We did pretty good because when i looked at the clock as i pulled out it was 9:15. Josiah was such a big boy in the store he helped me put things into the cart and even enjoyed some cheez-its. We then ventured off to sams club. Both the boys did great there too. Noah slept and Josiah helped me find everything on our list. (even a few things we didn't need, just don't tell dad) We then came home so i could feed Noah and so Josiah could have some play time.
When we picked Micah up the picture that we sent for him to share with his class was hanging in the hall. He was very proud of 'his' baby and was showing him off to everyone. The boys both headed up to nap around 2 and were back up around 3:30. We then played until daddy came home. I have to be honest it wasn't that bad being home with 3 boys 4 and under :)
I feel so blessed to have these boy and call them mine.

Noah and Family updates...

Noah and i arrived home the 31st and the boys were excited to see us. Micah is adjusting Great and loved to help me with the baby. Josiah likes to point at the baby, he also enjoys sitting with me while i feed the baby. The boys are great Big brothers.
Noah visited the doctor today for his first visit. He left the hospital at 5lb 6oz and is up to 5lb 9oz. Doc says hes doing great which helps put me at ease. We're working on his sleep schedule, but all and all hes doing great with sleep too. When i asked Micah what his new brother likes to do he said 'Um, pee, poop and drink milk.' Micah's such a sweet guy with Noah.
I also visited the doctor. I'm happy to say that i was given a clean bill of health when it comes to my bladder. Ha, i never thought i would be saying that. What i failed to mention about my c-section with Noah was that it wasn't event free. During the procedure the doctor nicked my bladder which caused for a little extra table time. The doctor repaired the bladder then but, this procedure required me to go home with a catheter. This was not fun, but i'm happy to say that everything went well and I'm free of my little friend.
I know i need to post more pictures of my boys and the house but as you can imagine things have been crazy but i promise soon.

Noah Allwyn Satvedi

Noah Allwyn Satvedi, 5lb 11 oz and 19 inches long joined our family on Tuesday December 27th, 2011. I feel so blessed when i look at his little face to call him mine. He is just so sweet! Micah and Josiah havent been to visit just yet but hopefully Thursday.
Noah decided to join us a little unexpected, but then again do any of my kids follow the rules? Nope! I've been seeing the high risk specialist the past few weeks as well as my regular OB and during my NSTs I'd been having regular contraction but nothing to cause anyone concern. But when i went on Tuesday the nurse asked when i was checked last and joked i wouldn't make it till Friday the 30th my scheduled c-section date. I went home and continued to have contracting but worked through them even made a store run. I had never been in labor before and didn't want to over react. Then after dinner around bed time the pain was getting worse and the contractions were coming more frequent (though i couldn't keep track because i was getting the boys ready for bed) I then prayed as the boys played in the tub that God would give me another sign. Well, he did just that a few minutes after i took Micah out. My mucus plug fell out so i called the doc. They sent me to the hospital answering service who said they wanted me to come in. i didn't want to over react or so i told them my contractions were closer to 12 minutes apart. She said due to low baby movement and my history to come in. Thank goodness Katie was home from college because we put the boys to bed and she stayed with them. We arrived and they started to monitor me and well my contractions weren't 12 minutes apart but 2 to 5. Ha i was in labor something i hadn't ever made it to before. They called my doc and he said he was heading over to perform the c-section due to active labor. I was in shock, i was about to meet my 3rd son. So at 11:45 i heard my 3rd son cry for the 1st time which made me cry to. I feel so blessed to have 4 amazing me in my life. I owe it all to the Lord for sending Allwyn into my life. I LOVE my men!
Thanks for all your prayers and well wishes.
More pictures to come soon.
XOXO

New House and Updates

I can officially say we are in our new house, we are now Naperville residents. Last Wednesday the movers came packed everything up and drove it over. The house isn't fully put together but things are coming along. The boys have done great with the transition. They love their new rooms and Micah loves 'his' bathroom.

Allwyn wanted to get us in the house before the babies arrival and he successfully did. Baby S is hanging in there but not trouble free. I've been busy with lots of doctor appointments and just preparing for our newest mans arrival. He'll be here soon and i'll update as soon as i know more. Micah told me the other day that hes ready to be a BIG brother to 2 boys. He is such a sweet boy.

I'll post pictures of the boys and house soon, things have just been super crazy!
Thanks for all the Love and support the past 2 weeks.
XOXO

Past few Weeks

The past few weeks have been crazy and gone SO fast! We made our last trip to the zoo as a family of 4 a few weeks ago. The day was perfect and Micah was so excited to spend the day at the zoo.

We've also been busy preparing for not one but two big changes coming to our family. First we've been unpacking and washing tiny little blue onesies and setting up a bassinet as we wait on our 3rd little blessing. I visited the doctor almost two weeks ago and she put me on modified bed rest. In her words this means me being real lazy and letting others wait on me. Ha, i just laughed because that doesn't happen in my life. Allwyn defiantly helps out but he isn't here all the time. This has been hard on me because i can't do some of the things i love. Like... working out. At first i thought it would be great because i would have a reason not to workout but i have realized i enjoy it, it helps release some stress. So, now we're just waiting not knowing when this boy will come, hopefully he'll wait until his scheduled c-section date.
Second, we're busy (or Allwyn is) packing up our home for our move. Yes, it's official we're moving. When we don't know since we don't know the babies plan but we do have keys and are busy getting the house ready for our boys.

Other Happenings:
I had the joy of going to my college friend Rebecca's baby shower. It was so nice to celebrate her and her sweet boy Griffin who will be joining their family in Feb.

Rebecca and her hub Clayton opening their presents

I made these burp rags for Griffin, I'd seen them made before and always wanted to try and here they are. I must say i think they turned out pretty cute. Now i just need to find some time to make some for my own little boy.

My sweet Big BIG boy enjoying a cookie from the shower. Rebeccas cousin was sweet enough to let me bring home a sprinkle covered cookie for each of my boys. Micah was so excited and really enjoyed himself.

We also had our maternity shoot. Here's a look...