Prego Brain

November 29, 2013

Prego brain at its finest. I screwed the hook on the snowman stocking hanger upside down... My family had a good laugh.

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22 1/2 Weeks Update

November 27, 2013

22 1/2 week update! Sorry I haven't posted in a while, school has been crazy. In the past couple weeks I have developed some serious prego brain. Moment highlights include trying to get in my car via the passenger side, pouring my cereal in a cup, walking an empty cart to my car after shopping, speaking in future tense about the past, and general forgetfulness. My belly button is also looking very weird lately when I'm standing. Sorta an outy on top with extreme flatness at the bottom. I feel like I'm going to have to make more room when I try to squeeze between stuff now. I seem to push my self up with my hands a little more than before. I have to relieve my bladder more frequently, and when I do, my belly hurts as my organs shift to find a better space. I can feel Addison kick frequently now. I wish I didn't have maternity acne but apparently I'm still glowing according to some people. I am so excited for this semester to be over so I can feel that much closer to my due date.

 

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Ginger Faulk: Looking good. I am enjoying following your progress!

Marcy Howard: Looking forward to seeing your sweet lil girl! Enjoy her wiggling and kicking while you can!

Kicking from the Outside

November 15, 2013

Addison is getting strong! 21 weeks tomorrow and I just felt her first kick from the outside last night and another this morning! Thankfully she hasn't found my bladder to kick yet...

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Amy Dupras Granger: Being a mom gets better and better every day! So much joy!

Catherine Doerr: so cool

Maternity Coat Issues

November 14, 2013

 

Anyone know where I can find a decently priced maternity coat? I'm talking heavier than sweat shirt weight. They have one at motherhood maternity but its $90. I know I could just get a giant non-maternity coat... but I would rather not.

Wendy Camarena Paulukaitis: If you are planning on more kids you could invest in one that you may use in the future. I just bought an XL jacket when I had my first. I still use it. I need to get it out of storage because it is cold! You could get one that has tie buttons on the side that can be taken in or out as you grow.

Emily Beth Rusch: I found one on H&M Maternity online that we are gonna order and see if it works for $60. There are just no maternity shops around here except 2 and there was only one jacket I found there for $90 and it wasn't very cute. Most online are closer to $200. I have been wearing Nathan's hoodies lately which fit fine but I just really prefer to wear things that fit my shape and don't make me look like I just thro on my husband's clothes daily because I'm lazy. I'm not sure what you mean by the tie button jackets. I understand the concept but just don't remember ever seeing that style.

Michelle Granger Moose: eBay maybe

Sarah Latchaw: And target! They have some really cute inexpensive stuff.

Emily Beth Rusch: I looked there for coats too, no success.

Sarah Latchaw: You could also try gap maternity at Lenox. Call before you go or kid to kid has a maternity section and the Salvation Army on venture drive does too. Both have a pretty good selection. You can call the kid consignment stores before you go.

Emily Beth Rusch: I looked there for coats too, no success.

Sarah Latchaw: You could also try gap maternity at Lenox. Call before you go or kid to kid has a maternity section and the Salvation Army on venture drive does too. Both have a pretty good selection. You can call the kid consignment stores before you go.

Shue Casillas: Old Navy!

Serenity Anderson: Try online with old navy

Emily Beth Rusch: I looked online and even went to the old navy maternity in norcross. They got nothin. Gap doesn't have anything online either.

Chelsea Yancey: I would try Burlington Coat Factory. Good luck and I hope you stay warm.

Jelaire Womble: Ross, Craigslist , kids to kids

Emily Beth Rusch: Although Burington did not have any maternity specific coats, that have a GREAT selection of tops and jeans for really low prices  Chelsea Yancey.

20 Weeks Update

November 12, 2013

20 week update! It's a girl!! AND I'm half way to my due date! The gender reveal was so exciting this week! There is a video on my time line as well as ultra sound pictures if you missed it. Her name will be Addison River Rusch. As far as how we have been feeling, overall great. I definitely feel her move frequently now. My appetite has also sky rocketed but my weight gain is slowing catching up to being on track. I did have to exile most of my wardrobe this week which made shopping for maternity with my mom and sister a lot more fun. Everyone seems to be able to see plainly that I'm pregnant now, unless I'm wearing a big hoodie. FYI, I take no offense to people touching my belly so feel free to ask but it will be a few more weeks till Addison can kick hard enough to feel from the outside. Now that i have some of the big milestones down, I feel like I'm just waiting to get huge and uncomfortable. I already have to pee more frequently but I still make it through the night usually. I also completed a registry at babyies r us this morning. Looks like a play pen will suit our space better than a crib right now. Very excited!

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Catherine Doerr you are both looking great darling!

Hannah Ricks I'm so happy it is a girl Emily! Congratulations!

Melissa Jensen Allen You look so cute! How fun for you guys!! 

Daddy Announces It's a Girl!

 

November 10, 2013

Nathan Rusch

Its a girl!!!! The first one in my family.

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Bill Moua: Congrats!

Rebecca Harris Roberts: Awe! Congrats daddy!

Beth Anderson Ray: Congratulations!!

Aaron Lee Tucker: Congrats dude!

Kevin Yancey: Congrats!

Brandt Peacock: Congratulations!!!!!

Emily Rusch :We always knew you had it in ya.

Ernesto Horacio Espinosa Cuevas: FELICIDADES SEÑOR EN HORABUENA

Amy Dupras Granger: You are going to be a wonderful daddy, Nathan

Stephanie Beaty: I bet your mamma is excited!

Cheryl Solomon Collins: Yeah pink

June Poole Olsen: Yes!! Congrats!!

Joan Vernott: Pretty in pink! Congratulations Emily and Nathan! Love You!

Yoyis Ramos Sub-Oficial: FELICIDADES ELDER

Patti Mendez Cagle: Wonderful! It's about time for a girl!

Ultrasound Pictures

November 9, 2013

Addison River Rusch

It's amazing to see which bones have hardened completely and which ones are more similar to cartilage. I believe the brighter, whiter lines are the hardened bones. — with Nathan Rusch.

I have no idea where the lips and nose are supposed to be in this picture. — with Nathan Rusch.

Krista Mullins: Right in the middle, you can see her 2 nostrils and her lips right next to it, to the right. It's like you're looking up at her!

Emily Beth Rusch: You will have to help me see it next time I see you lol

Krista Mullins: If you draw a line down from the 03 and the RU (in Rusch) you'll see her 2 nostrils, one on top of the other (she's sideways)

Emily Beth Rusch: I see it!

 

The tech told us that she was looking for an open hand which can be challenging to catch with an U/S. I said, "oh to count the fingers?" She told me that actually, an open hand can eliminate up to about 50 or more diseases that a child may be born with. I'm so grateful for this open hand and the 5 fingers I see! — with Nathan Rusch.

I just realized this is a thumb sucking picture!! — with Nathan Rusch.

 

At first, to me this looks like a head on the right with legs to the left. Goes to show I shouldn't read ultrasounds! Maybe the brighter line is supposed to be the upper arm and the head looking shape is just something else.... — with Nathan Rusch.

These are creepy. The ultrasound tech kept showing us these ones and they sorta scare me.... — with Nathan Rusch.

I think those are fingers from the right hand under the chin. — with Nathan Rusch.

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Lynn Allen: Isn't technology amazing! She's s cutie for sure!

Brigetta Blair Love: Love the name that is our favorite boy name!!

Emily Beth Rusch: River or Addison Brigetta Blair Love? A couple people have told me they thought river was a boy name but I don't see why it can't be both

Brigetta Blair Love: I think it works well either way. It's an awesome name.

Emily Rusch: She's adorable already.

Gender Reveal Video and Photos

November 9, 2013

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pink Paint Picture

November 9, 2013

 

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Amy Dupras Granger: A daughter to cherish and hold in your heart.....

Serenity Anderson: Congrats!

Valerie Jones Merrell: This was so fun to watch! YAYAYAY for a girl!

Ginger Faulk: How fun...now you can start buying adorable pink things!

Mommy Announces It's a Girl!

November 9, 2013

It’s a girl!!!

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Jon Allen: That is awesome! Congratulations!

Maggie Kennedy Wilson: Name it Maggie.

Emily Beth Rusch: Addison River Rusch will be her name.

Maggie Kennedy Wilson: ARR, matey!

Mimi Adrien: Congratulations: )

Gayle Mills: yay!!!!!!!

Jon Allen: Love the name...

Ginger Faulk: Congrats...so excited for you both! Beautiful name choice.

Stefanie Vaught: YES!!!!!!!!!!!

Alexandra Sowinski: Congratulations. Beautiful name.

Rochelle Marie Bustamante: Love her name!!!

Johnny Bowers: Oh GOOD! I was worried it was going to be an octopus!

Krista Mullins: Congratulations!! Hopefully this is the start of a girl trend  sorry we couldn't make it, we told our boys they had to finish their chores before the party at the park and then of course we had to stick to our guns no matter how much we wanted to be there  Looks like a great time though and I hope it was super fun and exciting for you!

Emily Beth Rusch: Totally understand Krista Mullins! There are already 2 boy announcements so you need to help us settle the score for a girl! When do you find out?

Krista Mullins: Not until Christmas as of right now!

Krista Mullins: Who are the 2 boys?

Emily Beth Rusch: Serenity Anderson is having a boy and so is Wendy Camarena Paulukaitis. How far along are you? Christmas seems like forever to find out!! Hopefully it goes quick with the busy season.

Krista Mullins: That's what I'm hoping! I may get desperate and go pay someone to tell me sooner, we'll see. I'll talk to my Dr Fri

Shauna Baang: Wow that is so great congratulations!

Cheri Granger Felipe: I'm so excited for you its a girl!!!

Kami Walker: Yay! Cute name!

Lynn Allen: Woohooooo!!

Jessica Jones Marsaw: Congrats y'all! So exciting!

Emily Beth Rusch: What are you having Jessica Jones Marsaw?!?

Jessica Jones Marsaw: A girl.  Emily Beth Rusch

Emily Beth Rusch: Woohoo! At first when I saw this I thought you were telling me her name would be "Emily Beth Rusch" lol. Jessica Jones Marsaw

Bulouniwasa Lesi: congrats!!

Jessica Jones Marsaw: Ha!

Gender Reveal Tomorrow!

November 8, 2013

Baby Rusch gender reveal is tomorrow! Come if you can!! We will have cupcakes and hamburgers from 10:30-12 but reveal will actually be at 11! Location is mountain park park 5050 Five Forks Trickum Rd, Mountain Park, GA. If you can't make it, don't fret! We will post the news on fb sometime tomorrow.

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Krista Mullins Oh yeah! Fun!! Excited for you, we'll make it if we can!

Middle of Week 19 Update

November 5, 2013

 

Middle of week 19 update! I wouldn't normally do this but I am so so excited to find out if baby Rusch is a girl or boy on Saturday! We already have first names picked too so I can get rid of the "baby Rusch" cover up. Also, I felt 2 distinct kicks this morning below my belly button!! They were right in a row and so I was hoping it would be hiccups so I could savor the moment a little longer but oh well. Also, I slipped this morning on my efforts to not throw up anymore. I'm so glad though that the majority of that is over! I think I just coughed to hard and gagged myself this time. Overall though, I'm feeling so excited today!!

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Amy Dupras Granger: Oh WOW! Maybe a kickboxer in there, Little Mama

Heo Tiave: Aw cute that's baby Haʻaheo!! Hahaha hope all is well!

Chelsea Yancey: I'm excited for you!

19 Weeks Picture

November 2, 2013

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Jon Allen: Wow! One would think you were prego or something.... ha! You are looking so good! I'm getting excited.

Kaolee Hoyle: looking good!

Melissa Jensen Allen: So cute!! I missed it if you told everyone what you are having did you find out yet?!!

Emily Beth Rusch: Melissa Jensen Allen, we are throwing a gender reveal party next Saturday at mountain park park in Lilburn from 10:30-12 and y'all are totally invited. Our ultrasound is Friday but we won't know until the party

Catherine Doerr Its the black clinging clothes...she is still tiny and looks great....but the bun in the oven will keep poping!