6 months old!

Today, my baby is 6 months old. Wow! Where in the world did the time go? It seems like yesterday that I found out I was pregnant with him. These past 6 months have been nothing short of amazing. Sure, being a mom is quite difficult at times, but I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.

A few of you know my story about my pregnancy, but for those who don't, I will recap. About 7 months ago today, I was put on hospital bed rest. I went in for a scheduled ultrasound and just by chance I was able to speak with my doctor about the way I was feeling. I was pretty darn miserable. I was gaining weight like no one's business (10lbs in a week), my eyes were glossy, my feet were no longer feet (yes, I had cankles), I had severe numbness and tingling in my left arm and I had pretty much stopped peeing. Well, my blood pressure was 178/104. YIKES! She immediately rushed me to the hospital and on the way there was briefing Ty and me on the fact that we may have our baby in a few hours. She was also telling us about how well (or not so well) a 31 week baby would do. All in all, it was a terrifying experience. OK, lets fast forward. 2 1/2 weeks later I was discharged and was sent home on strict bed rest. I was to get up to pee and that was about it.

The day that I was put in the hospital I was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia. All I have to say is that I don't wish that horrible beast on anyone. Every single day was a battle. Every single day the doctors commented on how they couldn't believe I was still pregnant (they were all convinced I was going to have Miles before 34 weeks.) 2 weeks after I got sent home....Miles decides to come on his own. Yep, that's my boy. Impatient like his momma.

With all of that being said, I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Miles is here and is perfectly healthy and that is all I could ever ask for.

Miles, you make me so incredibly happy. Everyday you put a smile on my face and everyday I thank God that I have you in my life. Actually, I lose count before noon on how many times I thank God for you. You are SO special and I am extremely grateful that you are mine.

Happy 6 month birthday baby boy. I love you.

The last picture of my big belly before I got put on bed rest. I was about 29 weeks here. Hahaha...I was HUGE!

Miles and me about a week after he was born. His preemie clothes were huge on him.

Miles right after he was discharged from the NICU. His first day in our room with no cords attached or IV in his arm. Such a happy moment for me.

My very first time holding Miles.

A few days old.

My sweet boy minutes after birth.

Miles was about to be rushed to the NICU, but this nurse gave me a second to give him a kiss and to see him for the very first time.