Baby Robert Edward Olson

He came into this world at 7:45am on Wednesday April 29th, 2009. He was 8lbs. 8oz and 20.5 in. long . Here are a bunch of pictures of the day! I will updated more detail later! Kent and I just before we went in for the C-Section

A few seconds after he was born....look at that face!

Our first family photo!

His first bath! Looks like he loved it......hahahah!!

Aunt Patty and Uncle Mark came to visit.....

Cousin Reece!

Cousin Erin!

Cousin McKenna!

Uncle Markie!

Daddy......Tender!! I'm so lucky to have 2 amazing men in my life!!

Look, he's waving!!!

Another family photo.

Aunt Linda!

Daddy and Aunt Linda!

Happy Birthday Robert....here he comes!!

We were scheduled for an Amnio on Tuesday to see if Robert's lungs were developed to see if we could deliver him earlier, due to size (10 pounds). We went in and basically found out that there is only about 4.5 cc's of amniotic fluid left in there. (They normally say 5cc's is the safest level, anything below that is reason for baby to come out)It wasn't an emergency but gives justification to deliver him within 24 hours. Since I ate lunch before the appointment and there was food in my stomach, they didn't do it that day so we are going in at 5:30 am on Wednesday April 29th. They will deliver him via C-section at 7:30 am. We can't wait!!! Kent and I on the deck after the appointment, last belly pictures before he makes his grand entrance into this world!

Belly Progress...36 Week Update

So I had my 36 week appointment today. He passed the ultrasound and Non-stress test with flying colors. I got the first cervical exam today as well and my Doc told me that I was dilated to a 1 today. Although I feel like that gives me hope he might come on his own sooner than 39 weeks I still can't get too excited. My sister Patty was dilated at a 1 for a LONG time. So, within the next couple of weeks I'm hoping he decides to come on his own. My doctor and I discussed that if he does come on his own we would try vaginal delivery, but if he comes closer to 38-39 weeks, he may be too large by then so, for safety sake, we would do a C-section. I will definitely keep everyone posted! I thought I'd throw in the pictures below to see how I've/We've grown over the past couple of weeks.

36 weeks...

32 Weeks...
31 Weeks ...

Doctor Appointment...

So Kent and I went to the Doctor on Monday and did our usual weekly ultrasound and non-stress test. When the ultrasound tech put the Doppler down to take a look, the first thing we saw was this HUGE head. It had been 4 weeks from the last visit so we were scheduled to find out an approximate weight as well. Well, guess it looks like "our little man," isn't so little...unless he comes into this world earlier than scheduled. His approximate weight at 34 weeks and 2 days was 7 lbs. 12 oz. already!!! She also told me that size-wise, I am at full-term already. Well, well, well, no wonder why I'm not sleeping well and feel very tired!!
With six weeks to go, our doctor is guessing, give or take a little, I'll probably deliver a 9 or 10 pound baby. She is definitely going to monitor things each week. I just want to make it past the "lung development stage" which I understand is 36 weeks for boys. So I am counting down the days until I reach that point. If he comes early on his own, I'm quite alright with it! If not, she said they will let him stay in unless there is no more fluid or he or myself become stressed. If that is the case, they will go in and get him. She also said if he doesn't come on his own before 39 weeks they will probably do a C-section at that time which would be May 8th.
No wonder why I look so dang huge and feel ready to be done with this pregnancy. Don't get me wrong, I have been very lucky throughout this pregnancy but I am ready to be a momma!
We will keep everyone posted!

Only 6 weeks to go...

34 weeks along. Baby Robbie just keeps growing and definitely doesn't have a ton of room in my short Torso anymore...I feel him move a ton. Kent and I love feeling him kick and punch. I think he's getting close to making his way into this world. We can't wait to meet you little man!

Sunday March 29th--Family/Friend Shower-Our house

On Sunday March 29th my sisters put together a great shower for family and a few friends. It was great to food and great to see all the family and friends! Thanks to everyone for coming! I received many great gifts. Everyone was so generous and I can't wait to put all the adorable clothes on Robbie. We got some great books and toys and can't wait to read and play with all of them with Robbie! Thanks to everyone who also brought the delicious food. My aunt brough one of my favs.....Pot Stickers...YUMMY!!!
Although one of the most important women in my life was not there, my sisters brought her memory and spirit to the party. I know you are always with me mom but sure wish you could have been there to enjoy the festivities. My sisters gave me a wonderful gift in memory of mom. Patty gave me items that Mom had last given to Reece. Reece was so thoughtful in sharing these things with our baby so he can carry Grandma Mary's spirit and love with him always. They also gave a few puzzles and books and stuffed animals mom had last given the grandkids.
I want to Thank Dad for coming as well!! It really meant a lot that you were there.

Thanks again for everything!! We can't thank you enough! Love you all! I got some great pictures below (Thanks for taking the shots Al)

Here I am at 33 weeks .
Paula, Me and Patty. Fabulous Hosts! Here is the card that they gave me in memory of mom ...... of course proably wasn't the best choice to open this gift first....I definitely shed a few tears...

Teresa, Me and Allison. Maas' were my second family growing up!! Love you guys...

Jen, Al, Kent, Teresa, Aunt Sara relaxing .......

Teresa, Aunt Sara, Nanc and Sue relaxing at the shower....

The Olson Family. Grandma Punky, Shelby, Aunt Linda (Kent's sister), Karina, Aunt Kristi (Kent's sister) and me in the back......

I was trying to show the belly in the background....hahahah!

Allison made this amazing diaper cake with all the fun little baby things...my favorite was the knitted booties that Al made!! It looked so great!!! Thanks Al!!

Yummy Cake...........

Here I am getting help opening gifts from Reece and McKenna. This is the gift in memory of Mom.....Reece was so proud.

Reece being silly wearing the hat that Grandma Mary gave him when he was a baby....

McKenna being silly as well.......

The toys that my mom had last purchased for the grandkids....I can't wait to share the toys and stories with baby Robbie...

Laughing at a few outfits that Reece and Erin gave ...... super cute!

Showing off one of the many outfits that Maas' gave me. Yup...I'm a mav....I graduated from MSU baby! Go Mavs.....I know Robbie will look adorable in them!

Super Cute baseball outfit from Kent's Sister Kristi and her girls Shelby and Karina.....

Cute hanging toy from Megan and Lori (sorry we missed you guys). This toy sounds like charms....I loved it!

The very soft blanket my cousins gave me.....I know he'll love it! I can't wait for him to play with the learning Bee as well.

Cooper wanting to be part of the party..... oh how your life will change Coop ......

Another one of my favorites. I was very impressed Dad. You can't read the caption below the FBI. It states Fat, Bald and Innocent. TOO FUNNY!! Thanks Dad!

Got this adorable "R" from Kent's sister Linda....perfect for the "animal" nursery!

Got this adorable hat from my former Co-worker and friend Cindy..... SO CUTE!

This is a blanket Cindy also made.... super cute with skulls and bones... too funny! I know Robbie will love it!

Reece enjoying the cake....

McKenna enjoying the cake.....

Kent enjoy the festivities.....He was a trooper for just having surgery