Mommy has her first martini

Like father like son

I am not happy!

Our Fun New Toys!

Cib loves his baby Einstein play time mat!

Story time with daddy

Our two week check up

Today mommy and Nana took Mr. Cibbers for his two week check up! My little over achiever weighed in at 9 pounds 3 ounces (75th percentile) and measuring 23 inches long (95th percentile) He is doing amazingly well and the doctor was astounded by his alert state. He did have to get a Hep B shot and some blood work which was most upsetting for Cib and Mommy. To reward us Nana got us greasy cheese burgers from Jake's with fried pickles and we all took a big nap.

My first night in a big boy bed!

Smiles from my monkey man

We have out grown our new born clothes.

Thank you for your prayers, they worked!

Yesterday was an awful day! I woke up for Cib's 5 a.m. feeding with a temp of 102. After a panicked call to the doc she told me not to go to the ER for fear of germs I might pass on to Cibbers and asked me to meet her at the office at 830. By the time we got there my fever was 103.3 and I couldnt walk. She promptly sent me back to Labor and Delivery at Baylor. It was time to feed Cib again so my wonder Mom brought him to us at the hospital. My husband was such a champ! We were put in a curtained area with little privacy and no room since I wasnt actually having a baby and I was heavily drugged. Austin did every thing from console poor Cibbers who didnt like this new bright and cold place, to diaper him on the foot of my small bed and held him up while he nursed because I was too drugged. I am amazingly blessed to have such a wonderful husband and father for my children. Once my fever broke and they had the chance to run several tests they came to a few conclusions. 1) I had a small kidney stone, a kidney infection and bladder infection. 2) I needed major IV antibiotics. So I stayed somewhat unwilling at Baylor over night and received 5 bags of IV drugs. I feel SO much better today! Tired but better. Thank you all so much for your prayers. We made it home and to celebrate gave Cib his first big boy bath in his tub. It was fun and a little scary. :) He promptly fell into a deep nap and I hope it will last long enough for me to join him after I finish posting. :)

First big boy bath

A smile for mommy

Waiting to go homep

Released

Amber does not have any stones requiring surgery. She had some if
antibiotics over night and she is feeling much better.

We are being released this afternoon. Hopefully we can resume the cute
picture phase of this process soon.

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Back to the hospital.

Amber woke up this morning with extreme fever and back pain. We went
to the doctor at 9 and she quickly sent us back to Baylor.

Amber may have a kidney stone and does have a kidney infection. Please
pray for her and that Cib will continue being such a good baby even
though he is in another new place.

We will be here at least one night getting iv antibiotics.

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First meeting with Great Mamaw and Great Papaw

Nana's Photo Spree

I pulled some pics from my mom's camera. My boy is quite the ham. Here is Cibbers with Uncle Russell, Cibbers first smile and play time with mom and dad.

Tummy Time With Mommy

Each day is a new adventure and joy with Cibbers and Bits! Yesterday he lost his belly button stump, his circumcision ring and slept a four hours span. He is growing up fast already. I treasure each day, especially these awake 'play' times.

Hi Granny Nanny!

Update on Cibbers and Bits

We had a great check up with the lactation consultant this morning! Cib is back at birth weight and is taking in almost four ounces a feed. Besides some minor latch probs the consultant said she can not believe how alert, healthy and happy Cib is. After confirming with the pediatrician, Cib is allowed to go until he wakes for middle of the night feedings and four hours between day feedings. The pediatrician said, "You dont want him walking at 6 months do you?!" :) My little over achiever. GO CIB GO!

Cib's Big Day

Now that I have weened myself from the precious pain meds and am a little more clear headed I can share the story of Cib's birthday.

We checked into Labor and Delivery (L&D) around 8 p.m. on Monday, July 14th for an over night cervix ripening treatment called Cervidil. We were expecting to be induced the following morning at 9 a.m.

The Cervidil was put in place at 10:10 p.m. and by 10:18, although it would another hour and half before this was confirmed, I was in full labor. As I laid there in pain I suddenly thought if a cervix ripening hurts this much, I can't handle labor! Then I felt a little warm trickle in my under carriage (as my grandmother calls it) and thought I had tinkled on myself, something most common for a woman at full term with a big boy sitting on her bladder. Then the pain really picked up. So I called in the nurse and through a clenched jaw told her I wasnt sure I could handle this without serious pain meds. She began to giggle. She said, "Oh sweetie, you cant have an epidural for a cervix ripening." I started to cry a little as the pain really picked up another notch and Austin asked me to wait it out another 20 minutes or so and then we would reassess. 20 minutes came and went and I announced loudly (I had been watching the clock) that this was BS and I wanted some drugs. At that time the nurse started taking a little more seriously and asked one of the residents to check my cervix. To their surprise I was dilated to a 4 (I was a 2 only an hour before) and the little accident I thought I had had turned out to be my water breaking. The nurse immediately offered me something she called the 'margarita shot'. She said it is like having a couple margaritas, you fall and hurt yourself but you dont care about the pain. I replied, "I will have salt with mine." :) After I was sure I was in labor I actually felt better about the pain I was in. I decided to sit in the rocker for an hour and wait on the epidural, trying to get to 5 cm dilated. I made it and then decided I had been brave enough, epidural please! Once I got my epi it was sleepy time bliss from there. An hour later I was a 7 and by 5 a.m. I was a 10 and Cib was fully effaced and ready to go. My doctor was in a surgery so she let me 'labor down' for a few hours since Cibber's head was so big. Basically this means I just laid there blissfully sleeping while my body did the work of bringing Cib further into the birth canal.

Around 8 a.m. they said the doctor would be arriving soon. And suddenly my epidural machine started beeping and saying 'low medication'. I freaked! :) I called for the nurse immediately and let her know I had no desire to feel ANY pain. They got that fixed ASAP. Then the doc arrived and pushing began at 9 a.m. I was so surprised at how different it was than my fears or expectations. The pushing was like a hard work out with my trainer but nothing I could not bear. After two and half hours of pushing, Cib made his big debut. Austin and I cried in wonder of this little guy coming into our lives. More love than I can express in words filled our hearts instantly.

Cib was immediately but on my chest and got to spend about 20 minutes there with me while the doctor delivered the placenta and checked him out. He was quiet and alert. I was amazed at how awake he was and it was a very special time I will never forget with my son.

They took Cib to a little warm next to my bed and completed his apgar testing, he received a 9! Suddenly everything in the room began to sort of glow. I heard the nurse tell the doc that my blood pressure was down to 90/30. YIKES! I said, " Am I ok?" The nurse was very reassuring letting me know I had lost an acute amount of blood from an enlarged placenta from carrying triplets for the first trimester. They got me some apple juice, a protein bar and things started to look a little more clear. I got to breast feed Cib for the first time with Austin's help due to my low blood and energy levels. It was completely peaceful in the room while Cib nursed. It was surreal that this was the baby that we had prayed and hoped for for so many years.

All in all my birth experience was actually very pleasant and special. I will treasure it always. The day the Lord gave me my miracle baby.

I steal my mommy's heart

After Much Debate the Jury is back! Cib has strawberry blond/red hair. It is really coming in and you can see it in this pic. YEA!

No!

Cib says 'I don't want a pacy!'

Happy 1 week birthday Cib!

You get a pacy.

Fun time with mommy

Cib doesn't know how he feels about tummy time.

Baby burrito in a swing

Making my afternoon poop

Bath time

First tummy time

Team Sleepy

we have decided to have team sleepy shirts made for mom and dad too.
Cib is down to two middle of the night feedings. Still lots of coffee
being had in the Fatheree house. Thanks aunt Tashi for the stock pile
of moms fav Berings coffee beans.

Checking in from the Grave Yard Shift

Today was a big day for us. Our first outing with Cib to the doctor's office and a visit with Papa Rusty, Uncle Russell and Aunt Trisha. Cib is handling all like a champ! The doctor's report was awesome! He is pooping, tee tee'ing and eating as he should be and the doctor said he is 'impressive' with all the progress he is making. Another answered prayer.

Nursing has been an adventure and I am afraid a full time job. I feel as if the boppy is permanently attached to my waste! :) I am glad to be doing my part though to ensure Cibber's health and happiness. With a total of 12 hours sleep since Monday of this week I am a wee bit emotional but couldn't be more blissfully happy. Austin and I have had several convo's about how lucky we are. Cib hardly ever cries and when he does it is because he is hungry or needs to be changed, then immediately quietens back down. We are so blessed with this (as the Baby whisperer would say) Angel Baby. I love my new life, late nights and all. When I look at my Cibbers and Bits I see the past 6 years of marriage to my best friend and the love of my life. He is my favorite person. Austin continues to be a real trooper. He makes sure I am resting even when I dont want to put the baby down and drinking plenty of water, and getting plenty of back rubs. Thank you again to all of you who are praying for my precious miracle boy! And for all the tasty treats that seem to be streaming into our home! :) We are gobbling it all up and using it for engery to love Cib.

ps- All of Austin's guy friends will be happy to know he heavily protested Cib's outfit today. Saying that bonnets are way out of style! :)

Go horns, Go!

Two A+s

One for Cib's health check and one for Amber's fashion sense!

Still waiting...

Only one hour after the appointment time.

Gaining weight back already!

Plus six oz. Since checking out of the hospital.

Off to the see the doctor.

Cib gets all dressed up for his Dr. Visit.

My Nana and Granny love me!

Sweet kisses

My first full belly nap

Monkey Butt!

Coffee time with daddy and harry

The Perfect Person

There are certain moments for a man and wife in life where the only other appropriate person that can be in the room is the wife's Mom. Renee' has been here for us and over last 24 hours through a number of potentially awkward and personal moments and I could not have asked for a more perfect person to have as my mother in law.

Amber and I are certainly not rested yet, but with Renee's help we've come out of the fog and we are able to thoroughly enjoy our beautiful baby boy.

Cib had a rough start to the night, but he settled in and has had two good 3.5 hour sleep sessions. We hate waking him up, but a boys got to eat! Mom is now on the milk train and she's handling the discomfort like a champ. Cib seems to b e enjoying this new phase and I'm sure his diaper is going to respond accordingly.

I'm silly

We are safe at home. Getting here was an adventure, but we are here
now and Cib seems content.

Cheeks!

My two favorites

A mother's love

Cib's first repot card

He gets an A! time to get ready to go home.

I don't believe in luck

It is time I emerge from my bubble world of drugs sleep depravity and bliss and give the mother's point of view. :) I of course write to you through tears of overwhelming joy. I am joyful because I am happy to admit I am not the luckiest girl in the world as I have said so often in these entries. I am blessed. This is all too wonderful to be luck. The Lord has been most gracious and blessed my socks off!
First, I will say labor, while hard, was not that bad. Drugs rock! Women every where listen up, "Get the drugs!" I dont think I could have imagined the joy I felt when I saw our miracle boy for the first time. Only one thought, He is Perfect! Cib is absolutely beautiful. He is an extremely peaceful boy. I have never known such an overwhelming love and joy in my life. WOW!
Austin has been a true rock star! My husband, who cant watch ER and swore he would be up near my head during delivery, was in the middle of the action and cheering me on! He hasnt swooned once. :) Not to mention he let me have two hours of sleep last night which were like heaven.
All of our family and friends who came from all over the great state of Texas to celebrate this amazing time - thank you!!!!! I had a surprise visitor pictured here who means the world to me. Thank you Tashi for always knowing me. I am SO glad you came! And all the comments here on the blog, I have cried and laughed as I have read them this evening. It is wonderful to share this all of you who have prayed for us, hoped with us and celebrated with us. Cib is finally here! After five years of thinking we would never have children - we now have a perfect one! See pictures below. I am totally guilty of not sleeping and just holding and staring at him. He and Austin are the true loves of my life. Praise the Lord for these last couple days, they are a treasure to me!