I'm Shaina.
I am 25 years old.
Married to the greatest guy ever! We met when he was in Iraq and we were both going though our marriages ending. He has been my rock for all the shit I have been though with my ex and I love him even more for that!
My husband is in the Army and I'm thinking about going back into the Army when he gets out.
I was in the Army for three years and was medically discharged. Wishing I never got out!!
I'm a first time mom and I'm learning new things everyday.

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Our little girl Kayla graced us with her arrival on April 26, 2009 at 1230 am. She was nine days early. She was 7lbs 9oz and 20.5in long. She is the sweetest little girl ever!






Pregnancy
How did you know you were pregnant? Peed on a stick!
How old were you? 24
Was it planned? Not really
What foods did you crave? Nothing really.
Any morning sickness? Oh yeah!!! The first few months werehell!
What was the worst side effect? Morning sickness and always having to pee
Who was your doctor? Mary Ellen
Did you find out the sex? Yes we did
Due date? May 5, 2009

Labor
How did you know when it was time to go to hospital? I got off the couch to give Joe a kiss and my water broke! Huge gush of water!
Were you induced? My water broke and I wasn't having any contractions, so they gave me pitocin
Where did you start labor? At home!
How long were you in labor? About 13 hours
How long did you push? About 2 hours
Did you have an epidural? Yep
Vaginal or C-Section? Vaginal
Was there complications with the labor and delivery? My blood pressure dropped when getting the IV & lost Kayla's heartbeat.
Did you cry when they were born? Yes I did
Who was in the delivery room? My hubby
Have an episiotomy? Nope
Vacuum or forceps used? No
Be honest...how much weight did you gain while pregnant? Around 30lbs

Basic Birth Info.
Name: Kayla Riesa
Boy or Girl: Girl
Weight: 7lbs 9 oz
Length: 20.5 inches
Date of birth: April 26, 2009
Time of birth: 1230 AM
Where was the baby born? Irwin Army Community Hospital
Any hair? A little bit
Who does baby look like? Daddy without a doubt!
Was baby early or late? Early by 9 days
Hair color: Red
Eye color: Blue

About Baby- NOW
How old are they now?:
3 months
What kind of diapers?:
Pampers/Huggies
What kind of formula?:
Similiac Advance
What theme did you do their nursery in?: Rainforest
Are they a smiler or a cryer?: Both!!!!!
What makes them fall asleep?: Her bouncer
Are they the first?: Yep
When did baby start sleeping through the night? About 2 months
Did you breastfeed? For a month I did
Who keeps your baby the most? Me!

About Mommy
Name: Shaina
Age now: 25
Did you cry the first time you held your baby? Yes I did!
Did you ever consider abortion or adoption?: Not at all
Were you married or dating the father?: Married
Are you now?:Yep
How much weight have you lost?:about 30lbs
When do you wanna have another? One day.

Friends and Family
How did the grandparents take it?:
They love her
Did your friends stick by you?: Some did others not so much
Did anyone throw a baby shower?: Nope  
Anyone spend the night with you first night home? Nope just me and the hubby
Has anyone helped since the birth?: My mom & dad came out for a weekend, Joe's sister came out for a week.
Are you happy you're a mommy?: I'm more than happy!!!!
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We have three puppies that get spoiled way too much! Ok well they aren't puppies anymore, but they will always be that way to me! One boxer, a lab/irish wolf hound mix and a lab/sheepdog mix. Don't know how they are going to do with a new baby, but we shall see!

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