Wishing Family and Friends a beautiful, happy & healthy 2006!
With love,
The Dagupion's
Saturday, December 31, 2005
Hau'Oli Makahiki Hou!
Wishing Family and Friends a beautiful, happy & healthy 2006!
With love,
The Dagupion's
Friday, December 30, 2005
Really? The size of a cantelope?
I read online that my uterus is now the size of a cantelope. No wonder it feels so darn heavy! hahaha
It's been a busy week! Lots of portraits and a few weddings and I'm definitely TIRED! I am not done with weddings/portraits until our Big Island wedding on the 7th. Then I can take a breather. Wait. No I can't. We're moving to Haiku! Ok... so I can take a breather in FEBRUARY! *LOL*
Definitely feel a lot better recently. Only small bouts of morning sickness sneak up on me every now and then, but I'm still very tired a lot. Still having strange cravings too. After my portrait session today I had to go to the store to buy green spanish olives. I ate a few and they were SO GOOD! I'm sure the jar will be empty by the end of the week.
The only thing happening right now that I don't like is I'm having really bad dreams at night. Nothing to do with baby - just scary monster kine dreams that freak me out and I wake up and can't go back to sleep. Argh.
Anyhow... things are going great and I can't wait to wake up tomorrow morning and say, "Yay! I'm 17 weeks hapai! Yahoo!". Speaking of the word Hapai... I was at Walmart the other day and bought a shirt that says "Hapai" on it. It's so cute. I'll probably wear it everywhere!
It's been a busy week! Lots of portraits and a few weddings and I'm definitely TIRED! I am not done with weddings/portraits until our Big Island wedding on the 7th. Then I can take a breather. Wait. No I can't. We're moving to Haiku! Ok... so I can take a breather in FEBRUARY! *LOL*
Definitely feel a lot better recently. Only small bouts of morning sickness sneak up on me every now and then, but I'm still very tired a lot. Still having strange cravings too. After my portrait session today I had to go to the store to buy green spanish olives. I ate a few and they were SO GOOD! I'm sure the jar will be empty by the end of the week.
The only thing happening right now that I don't like is I'm having really bad dreams at night. Nothing to do with baby - just scary monster kine dreams that freak me out and I wake up and can't go back to sleep. Argh.
Anyhow... things are going great and I can't wait to wake up tomorrow morning and say, "Yay! I'm 17 weeks hapai! Yahoo!". Speaking of the word Hapai... I was at Walmart the other day and bought a shirt that says "Hapai" on it. It's so cute. I'll probably wear it everywhere!
Saturday, December 24, 2005
Merry Christmas Eve!
I woke up today in such the holiday mood. Christmas music has been playing all day, and even though I'm home by myself (Peter's working) I can feel the holidays.
I can't believe that six years ago today Peter proposed. I still remember him on one knee, tears running down his face, and all he could muster to say was "Will You?" in a shaky voice.
We're going to Eugene & Marissa's tonight to celebrate Christmas and eat and open presents. Tomorrow will be a quiet day (home alone again!) where I can catch up on some wedding editing and things.
We're postponing Christmas at my house until January when my mom comes back from the mainland and the whole family is together. Which is nice for me, because I have more time to prepare! I haven't finished shopping yet! haha
This will be our last Christmas as just a couple. It's so cool that next year at this time, we'll have a six month old baby! Wow!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FRIENDS & FAMILY!
With love,
The Dagupion 'Ohana
Friday, December 23, 2005
16 Week Doc Apt.
YAY! We got to hear Pepper's heartbeat today for the very first time! It kinda sounds like a horse galloping. =)
The only sucky part was that it was the doctor that I HATE WITH A PASSION. Ugh... can't stand her. Luckily the apt. was quick and we didn't have to spend too much time with her. I hope she's not the one who's on-call at the hospital when Pepper is born. ugh.
Pepper is still sitting really low so it took a while to find the hearbeat (that was scary waiting) but then when we heard it I think we both let out a sigh of relief!
The only sucky part was that it was the doctor that I HATE WITH A PASSION. Ugh... can't stand her. Luckily the apt. was quick and we didn't have to spend too much time with her. I hope she's not the one who's on-call at the hospital when Pepper is born. ugh.
Pepper is still sitting really low so it took a while to find the hearbeat (that was scary waiting) but then when we heard it I think we both let out a sigh of relief!
Thursday, December 22, 2005
Avocado Baby
We're 16 Weeks along now already. It's definitely passing quick! Here's some info on what's happening with the little Pepper:
How your baby's growing: At 4 1/2 inches long (head to bottom) and 3 1/2 ounces, your baby is about the size of an avocado. In the next three weeks, she'll go through a tremendous growth spurt, though, doubling her weight and adding inches to her length. Her lower limbs are much more developed now. Her head is more erect than it has been, and her eyes have moved toward the front of her head. Your baby's ears are close to their final position, too. Some of her more advanced body systems are working, including her circulatory system and urinary tract. Her heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, circulating her total blood volume through her body many times. (By the end of your pregnancy, this will increase to about 190 quarts.) The patterning of her scalp has begun, though her hair isn't recognizable yet. Although closed, her eyes are moving (slowly), and she's even started growing toenails.
We have a Dr. appointment tomorrow morning at Kaiser Lahaina - so hopefully *fingers crossed* we'll get to hear the heartbeat and maybe have an ultrasound. I am officially four and a half months pregnant now! WooHoo!
How your baby's growing: At 4 1/2 inches long (head to bottom) and 3 1/2 ounces, your baby is about the size of an avocado. In the next three weeks, she'll go through a tremendous growth spurt, though, doubling her weight and adding inches to her length. Her lower limbs are much more developed now. Her head is more erect than it has been, and her eyes have moved toward the front of her head. Your baby's ears are close to their final position, too. Some of her more advanced body systems are working, including her circulatory system and urinary tract. Her heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, circulating her total blood volume through her body many times. (By the end of your pregnancy, this will increase to about 190 quarts.) The patterning of her scalp has begun, though her hair isn't recognizable yet. Although closed, her eyes are moving (slowly), and she's even started growing toenails.
We have a Dr. appointment tomorrow morning at Kaiser Lahaina - so hopefully *fingers crossed* we'll get to hear the heartbeat and maybe have an ultrasound. I am officially four and a half months pregnant now! WooHoo!
Saturday, December 17, 2005
15 Weeks, 15 Weeks!
Today is our 15 week milestone! 5 more weeks and we are halfway there! It's going pretty quick, isn't it?
I've been feeling SO MUCH better. Still sleepy, but that's to be expected. Pepper is a health food nut, which is great, so I am eating good stuff and avoiding bad things. I guess the only thing that I absolutely must have is deep, dark chocolate! Other than that, no junk foods to speak of.
We have an appointment on January 18th with the ultrasound specialist from Oahu and we'll get to find out if our Pepper is a Ryenne (girl) or Jalen (boy) !!! Can't wait... so excited.
Our cottage in Haiku is ready for us, so I'm just waiting for Peter to bring home boxes so I can start packing things. I figure I'll start with the things that need to go into storage and then we can start moving the things we use.
Of course the challenge is that the move also coincides with the busy holiday season and I have weddings and portraits at least four a week for the next three weeks. Wow!
Well... that's it for this week's update. Our next doc apt is on the 23rd - one week from today!
I've been feeling SO MUCH better. Still sleepy, but that's to be expected. Pepper is a health food nut, which is great, so I am eating good stuff and avoiding bad things. I guess the only thing that I absolutely must have is deep, dark chocolate! Other than that, no junk foods to speak of.
We have an appointment on January 18th with the ultrasound specialist from Oahu and we'll get to find out if our Pepper is a Ryenne (girl) or Jalen (boy) !!! Can't wait... so excited.
Our cottage in Haiku is ready for us, so I'm just waiting for Peter to bring home boxes so I can start packing things. I figure I'll start with the things that need to go into storage and then we can start moving the things we use.
Of course the challenge is that the move also coincides with the busy holiday season and I have weddings and portraits at least four a week for the next three weeks. Wow!
Well... that's it for this week's update. Our next doc apt is on the 23rd - one week from today!
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Elf Names
Found this hilarious site: http://www.jokesunlimited.com/christmas_elf_name.php that tells you what your elf name is! haha
Here's the run-down:
Peter: Blissful MonkeyBuns
Mariah: Goofy MonkeyBuns
Chico: Peppy MonkeyBuns
Dexter: Wacky MonkeyBuns
And just for fun we tested out our chosen baby names!
Ryenne: Lucky MonkeyBuns
Jalen: Nipper MonkeyBuns
Enjoy!!!
Here's the run-down:
Peter: Blissful MonkeyBuns
Mariah: Goofy MonkeyBuns
Chico: Peppy MonkeyBuns
Dexter: Wacky MonkeyBuns
And just for fun we tested out our chosen baby names!
Ryenne: Lucky MonkeyBuns
Jalen: Nipper MonkeyBuns
Enjoy!!!
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Goofballs
Peter and I had so much fun today. We started our Christmas shopping (late, I know) and then went to the beach for sunset to take our Christmas card picture.
It was so much fun being goofballs and running around in the sand. And of course, pretty comical putting the camera on timer and trying to run into place in time.
Anyhow, after we got our shots, I had Peter take a couple shots of me sideways so we can put it in Pepper's book and he/she can hopefully see the tummy growing over time.
Sunday, December 11, 2005
14 Weeks and an Infection
I meant to post yesterday, but I wasn't feeling good. Seems I've developed an infection in my right breast and I needed to go to the doctor. I had to get some antibiotics and it's helping a lot. So I'm just taking it easy and hopefully it will heal fully soon!
Pepper is doing great. I think my belly popped out a little bit yesterday. When Peter came home from work he was like "Oh! Your belly grew today!". It's just nice to know that Pepper is doing well and growing. Just about 3 and a half inches according to online sources. I think over the coming weeks it's half an inch per week. So we're getting close to 4" and will be at over 5" by the end of December.
I still haven't started Christmas shopping. So bad. But I think Peter and I will go out shopping this week and find some cool stuff and hopefully get it all done.
Pepper is doing great. I think my belly popped out a little bit yesterday. When Peter came home from work he was like "Oh! Your belly grew today!". It's just nice to know that Pepper is doing well and growing. Just about 3 and a half inches according to online sources. I think over the coming weeks it's half an inch per week. So we're getting close to 4" and will be at over 5" by the end of December.
I still haven't started Christmas shopping. So bad. But I think Peter and I will go out shopping this week and find some cool stuff and hopefully get it all done.
Wednesday, December 07, 2005
I felt Pepper move!
Hi everyone! Thanks to all who continue to check out this blog. =)
On Monday we had a doctor appointment, and thanks to my belly flab, we got another ultrasound of our beautiful Pepper. My oh my has he/she grown! Now almost 3.5 inches long and moving around like crazy!
Today while on the computer I felt the first movements - well I'm pretty darn sure it's Pepper anyway! Right around 5pm and then more at 8pm. Definitely an active Pepper tonight!
I'm starting to get more of an appetite for some regular foods. I had chicken today. This has been my first meat in a while. This is good because the Westin's Christmas party is tomorrow and I was hoping I'd be able to eat something!
On Monday we had a doctor appointment, and thanks to my belly flab, we got another ultrasound of our beautiful Pepper. My oh my has he/she grown! Now almost 3.5 inches long and moving around like crazy!
Today while on the computer I felt the first movements - well I'm pretty darn sure it's Pepper anyway! Right around 5pm and then more at 8pm. Definitely an active Pepper tonight!
I'm starting to get more of an appetite for some regular foods. I had chicken today. This has been my first meat in a while. This is good because the Westin's Christmas party is tomorrow and I was hoping I'd be able to eat something!
Friday, December 02, 2005
Pepper's 13 Week Update
From Babyfit.com
Age of Fetus—11 weeks
The growth of your baby is rapid and the head to rump length will double in the next 3 weeks. The baby's vocal cords are developing in the larynx but the baby will not make sounds until birth. This week all of the baby's twenty baby teeth have formed in the gums!
Other changes that are happening:
Your baby's external genitalia are starting to show distinguishing characteristics.
The baby's intestines are moving from the umbilical cord to the abdomen.
The baby's pancreas is now producing insulin.
Baby's Size and Weight this week: About 2 1/2 to 3 inches.
Right now your baby is about the size of a nectarine.
So interesting yeah??? I'm still waiting for the morning sickness to go away - even just a little bit. I did go swimming the other day which was awesome. I'll need to do that more often. It was so great.
I'm off to take a nap and then I'll be heading over to the Ritz-Carlton to take a holiday picture of all the Concierge ladies. Can't wait to see them all!
Age of Fetus—11 weeks
The growth of your baby is rapid and the head to rump length will double in the next 3 weeks. The baby's vocal cords are developing in the larynx but the baby will not make sounds until birth. This week all of the baby's twenty baby teeth have formed in the gums!
Other changes that are happening:
Your baby's external genitalia are starting to show distinguishing characteristics.
The baby's intestines are moving from the umbilical cord to the abdomen.
The baby's pancreas is now producing insulin.
Baby's Size and Weight this week: About 2 1/2 to 3 inches.
Right now your baby is about the size of a nectarine.
So interesting yeah??? I'm still waiting for the morning sickness to go away - even just a little bit. I did go swimming the other day which was awesome. I'll need to do that more often. It was so great.
I'm off to take a nap and then I'll be heading over to the Ritz-Carlton to take a holiday picture of all the Concierge ladies. Can't wait to see them all!
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