Zack's Page

I decided in able for me to keep up with things, I added a new blog page just for Zack and his updates. Feel free to check it out. We'll see how well this works!

24th of July

For Pioneer Day, Jared had to work a half day, so I went to the famous Pioneer Day Parade downtown with my mom and sisters (and aunts, uncles and cousins). We are not big on parades, so it was funny that we all got roped into going. But we all ended up enjoying ourselves, especially when my mom would jump up and dance when all the bands/floats would pass by!!

Then, we went to Copperton Park for a picnic with the extended family. That is always my favorite tradition... except the tradition is usually on the 4th of July when we go there. But again, good times there! I think Bitty really enjoyed herself!

Finally that night, Jared and I had a good time doing a few fireworks. That is always my favorite part about the holiday. We just wished that Zack could have been there to do his own sparklers. :> Next year, right?!

Updates

I thought I would do a quick post on how Zack is doing. A week ago we got a call from the hospital saying that Zack had taken a little turn for the worst (that is the type of call I dread everyday!). They had found some blood in his lungs, which meant that a little valve in his heart wasn't closed like it should be. So they had to take him to Primary Children's Hospital for surgery. The surgery went well and there were immediate improvements in Zack. Since then, he has been doing very well and has been transferred back to St. Mark's Hospital.
Again, I just want to thank everyone for the prayers and concerns for us! It means a lot to know there are people all over who care...

Zackary William Forsyth

I would like to introduce you all to my baby boy, Zackary! He was born on July 1 weighing 1 lb. 11 oz. He is doing well, all things considered.
Quick recap - Last Monday we went to the doctor to see what our test results would be, and left the doctor's office with strict instructions to go straight to the hospital! They said I had severe toxemia and would be lucky to make it 10 more days. After getting to the hospital and meeting my new doctor, they said that I was scheduled for a C-Section the next day at 12:00 and that we didn't have 10 days to wait. Everything happened SO fast as you can imagine and it hasn't slowed down since.
I think the hardest day of my life was Saturday when I was released to come home, but we had to leave Zack there. He is just so small and is fighting for his life. Everyday I can't wait to go and see him. He just brings such a special feeling to our little family.
I just want to thank everyone for all of the prayers that have been said for us. It has meant so much, and I know he is doing well because of that. So thank you!!!


Here is a picture to help get the idea of just how small he is...

Bedrest for me!

Well, I thought this post would be a little more fun than the last one, but it looks like it's not quite what I had in mind. I have been put on bedrest this week! A quick summary... my blood pressure has been REALLY high and the doctor decided that we needed to do some tests, and until we get the results, I am on medication and bedrest! We will find out Monday what will happen from here, but besides being stuck at home all week (BORING!), I can't go on my New York trip next week :< That is the hardest part for me. We have been looking forward to that for a long time, and now to think that I can't go makes me so sad.
Anyway, I will keep you all updated on the progress of the results... so until then, you know where to find me!!!

Small complaint

So there hasn't been anything too exciting to talk about lately... and there's really nothing major coming up in the near future to talk about. But since I haven't blogged for a little while, I would like to just put in a little complaint and be done!
I am only 23 weeks pregnant, and for the past week and a half, I have been getting swollen feet/ankles!! It is SO uncomfortable and such a pain to sit around and try to put my feet up everywhere I go. I don't know if it's considered "normal" to have this going on already (and I can't even blame it on the heat because it's been fairly cold the past little while), but I still have just under half of my pregnancy to go and that doesn't sound too fun to be wobbling around for half of it!
That's my complaint for the day... hopefully next blog will be a little more fun!

Dr. Appointment

Just a quick update... I went to the doctor this morning and everything is looking great with my baby! The heart beat is strong, and he is growing! I am feeling great too. We are now past the half way mark, so only 19 weeks to go... CRAZY!! I still can't believe I'm going to be a mom!