So I'm 23 weeks pregnant with a baby boy! I can't believe how different this pregnancy is from Vallen. He is so active and STRONG! He dances around in there all day and all night. I think he doesn't sleep! I get an ultrasound every 2 weeks and they always comment on how VERY tall he is. Hmmm...wonder who he gets that from? LOL! One of the ultrasound techs even joked he is going to be 2 feet tall when born. WHOA! Not funny! But when I feel him in there sometimes I think he is 2 feet tall already! I am so enjoying every single second of this pregnancy, (with the exception of my hideous skin UG!) But I still can't help but get anxiety when I think about the delivery. Even though the c-section is all planned I freak when I think about the "what if's" It's ridiculous!!! I know pregnancy has made me more anxious about things in general, but I can't help but worry. Vallen was 4 weeks early so we'll see if he stays in till the scheduled date. But I am SO SO excited to meet him and hold him...if only I could find a name for him LOL!!! Just thought I would keep everybody posted from camp. Thanks for all your concern.
Raina
It's A Boy!!!
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Kath
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Re: It's A Boy!!!
How exciting! I'm so happy for your family 
It still amazes me when someone knows what they are having.
I was wondering and trying to plan neutral rooms because we never knew the sex of our children.
This must make things so much easier to plan.
My youngest just turned 35... LOL...
Now you can focus on a name that will suit this strong tall boy...
Kath robpi/adult
It still amazes me when someone knows what they are having.
I was wondering and trying to plan neutral rooms because we never knew the sex of our children.
This must make things so much easier to plan.
My youngest just turned 35... LOL...
Now you can focus on a name that will suit this strong tall boy...
Kath robpi/adult
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
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hope16_05
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Re: It's A Boy!!!
Congratulations Raina!!!
I didnt know Vallen was going to have a sibling, is she pretty excited?
Good luck picking a name for your little man!
Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
I didnt know Vallen was going to have a sibling, is she pretty excited?
Good luck picking a name for your little man!
Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
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brandonsmom
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Re: It's A Boy!!!
COngratulations !!! Picking a name, that is always fun stuff. Brandon was a mover and a shaker too. He did cartwheels, literally, we saw it on the ultrasound....I thought the tech was going to fall over !!! He still does not sit still !! LOL
Kath, 20 years ago when my oldest son was born, they told me I was having a girl. I bought pink everything...including the girl diapers because that is what they had. I spent alot of time returning stuff a few days after he was born !!! Oh and that head of hair that the doctors couldn't wait to put a bow pink in...no dice...LOL
Again Congrats !!! ENJOY !!!
GAYLE
Kath, 20 years ago when my oldest son was born, they told me I was having a girl. I bought pink everything...including the girl diapers because that is what they had. I spent alot of time returning stuff a few days after he was born !!! Oh and that head of hair that the doctors couldn't wait to put a bow pink in...no dice...LOL
Again Congrats !!! ENJOY !!!
GAYLE
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Carolyn J
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My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!
I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
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Congratulations Raina!! I bet Vallen is excited too.I know it's hard, but try not to worry too much and realy enjoy this time and a fun time picking his name.
Scott and I send a HUG to you and Vallen. We really enjoyed our time with you both at Camp.
Carolyn J
Scott and I send a HUG to you and Vallen.
We really enjoyed our time with you both at Camp.Carolyn J
Carolyn J
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F-Litz
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Re: It's A Boy!!!
Raina - WOW!! I'm so excited to hear that you're having another child! Fantastic! Looking forward to hearing about your blessed day
How's Vallen taking to this? (because I know it can go either way with an older sibling) - I hope they do well together.
I will pray for a safe and wonderful birth,
-francine
How's Vallen taking to this? (because I know it can go either way with an older sibling) - I hope they do well together.
I will pray for a safe and wonderful birth,
-francine
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Congratulations!! Boys are lot of fun. I enjoy both of mine. I do enjoy my girl as well!
I will pray for peace and comfort regarding the delivery!
Many Blessings,
Kristie
I will pray for peace and comfort regarding the delivery!
Many Blessings,
Kristie
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Karen McClune
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Re: It's A Boy!!!
Raina,
This is exciting news. Boys are a lot of fun, of course I only had boys.
Let us know what beautiful name you pick out, has Vallen given you any suggestions? How is she doing?
Hugs to you both, Karen
This is exciting news. Boys are a lot of fun, of course I only had boys.
Let us know what beautiful name you pick out, has Vallen given you any suggestions? How is she doing?
Hugs to you both, Karen
Re: It's A Boy!!!
Congratulations, Raina!
I hope everything goes well for you and your family. I'm sure that you will find a good name for your new son.
Joanie
I hope everything goes well for you and your family. I'm sure that you will find a good name for your new son.
Joanie
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richinma2005
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2 more daughters, Julia (1999), Sarah(2002) born Cesarean.
Re: It's A Boy!!!
Congratulations on a boy..any names being considered?? Hope he hangs in until the section.
-rich
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