Personal Post: New Baby Incoming
I spent the last few days away from the city to spend some quality time with Everett before the new baby comes. We returned on Thursday to some news that baby might be in a weird position (keyword: "might") making things tricky for a natural delivery. Therefore, I will be laying extra low over the next week doing everything in my power to not trigger labour.
The plan is for a scheduled C Section. Everett was an emergency C in January 2015. It was a shocking and scary situation for me and I have increased anxiety regarding new baby's arrival. I'm doing my best to avoid stressful situations. We had a lot of visitors (family) with E's delivery and, in retrospect, I was not ready to socialize at that time.
This post is to let you know I might be unavailable over the next few weeks or months. I really enjoyed my down-time when we brought Everett home. Granted, life is busier now (career, building a house, rambunctious toddler) I ask that you respect my wishes surrounding said down-time.
Major concerns...
Major concerns for me include the health of baby during and post delivery, my physical and mental well-being and the transition home to our new family dynamic. I don't know how this new addition will impact Everett or how handling the stress of a toddler, newborn and rheumatoid arthritis (which tends to flare post delivery) will affect me and my relationship with Ryan and the kids.
People want to see the baby, especially family. I understand the desire to have a first look. As it stands: I, personally, will not be having visitors in my room at the hospital.
Here are some guidelines from the Ottawa Hospital regarding visitation in the Maternity Unit. If you are a family member thinking of visiting, you absolutely must read this: CLICK HERE.
“We know how exciting it is to have a new baby. Remember that the new mother is recovering from giving birth and learning to take care of her new baby. Make sure she has time to rest and enjoy her baby.
Consider visiting the new family when they get home instead of in the hospital. Some mothers ask the nurse to limit their visitors.”
If you are a family member hoping to visit at the hospital, I also request that you make Ryan your point person. I will not be taking calls or responding to messages for the first couple of days.
The Bachelor: Fantasy Suites and Who's Heading to Paradise?
What is UP with the Fantasy Suites?
Tonight we'll find out how Nick Viall's night with Raven went and whether or not his remaining dates Rachel and Vanessa will choose to "forego their individual rooms and stay as a couple in a fantasy suite." It all comes to a head tonight on a brand new episode of The Bachelor.
Former Bachelor contenders Ali Fedotowsky and Chris Soules spoke to Entertainment Tonight about Fantasy Suites and what really goes on behind closed doors. Both confirm the dates are spaced out by one full day and night, saying it is possible for Nick to literally sleep with all three women in the same week. Ali says "most do sleep with the people in the fantasy suites."
Soules is a litte more reserved with his response, saying:
“I honestly don’t know... that wasn’t the most important thing to me, it really wasn’t… I don’t ask people either. I don’t want to be asked to talk about it; it’s not anybody’s business… Most would assume but I also know what I went through and I know that just wasn’t a priority – it was the furthest thing from it.”
The former stars confirmed that condoms are supplied, along with lube and "other stuff." They also both stated that all contestants are tested for STDs/STIs during the casting process. Romantic.
SPEAKING OF SEXY TIME... Who from Season 21 of the Bachelor will pop up on this season of Bachelor in Paradise?
Bachelor in Paradise, ABC, 2015
- Alexis Waters (the dolphin girl from Jersey) says she's ready to go and really wants to meet Chad Johnson (barf).
- Danielle Matlby (the neonatal nurse from Nashville) has expressed interest in BaP but says she doesn't know how much more time off she can take from the hospital. She also says she'd love to get to know Chris Soules and Chase McNary Brody if she gets the chance.
- Kristina Schulman (dental hygienist from Kentucky/Russia) is open to the idea but doesn't have high expectations.
A surprising hold out? Corrine Olympios (business owner from Miami). She says it's too early to tell whether or not she'll be travelling to Mexico with former castaways from Bachelor/Bachelorette seasons passed. She doesn't want to "jump the gun."
Danny Masterson, Louis Tomlinson in Trouble With the Law
Danny Masterson, who played Hyde on That 70s Show, is facing allegations of sexual abuse dating back to the early 2000s.
Louis Tomlinson and Eleanor Calder, HELLO Magazine, 2015
The first complaint concerns something that happened to a woman Masterson was in an intimate relationship with sixteen years ago. The second, dates back fourteen years and involves a second victim. Both women were involved with Scientology at the time. Masterson is still an active member of the church.
Masterson's reps have responded to the allegations by saying they believe all claims to be a publicity stunt for "Leah Remini's anti-Scientology television series" as the first victim only came forward with the abuse claims following a meet up with Remini.
The LAPD are investigating. No charges have been filed at this time.
For more on this story, CLICK HERE.
One Direction's Louis Tomlinson could face serious criminal charges following Fridays airport brawl.
Tomlinson was arrested Friday evening at LAX for fighting with a photographer. The photog was getting too close to Louis and his girlfriend, Eleanor Calder so Tomlinson took him down. Calder then got physical with a bystander who decided to record the altercation on video, including footage of Calder attempting to flee the scene.
Both Calder and Tomlinson were placed under citizen's arrest by the photographer and female bystander. The LAPD later made an official arrest on Louis citing simple battery. He paid 20 thousand dollars to get out of jail a few hours after the ordeal. No word on whether or not any further charges will come down on Louis or his girlfriend. Video evidence does place the blame on Tomlinson, according to law enforcement who spoke with TMZ.
I'm Hosting the CCFCC Cook Off!
Food? Charity? And getting to see my friends from the kitchen at the Ottawa Mission?
Awesome! I am honoured to MC the CCFCC Cook Off in May.
I don't have a large amount of info right now on account of Baby2's impending arrival. However, if you're on a mad hunt for details there is more info about the CCFCC, local charities and upcoming gala available: CLICK HERE.
Ed Sheeran Celebrates '÷' By... Working at HMV?
Ed Sheeran bought and sold his new album at a record shop because... OF COURSE HE DID!
Celebrating the release of his third LP ‘÷’, Sheeran visited a local HMV in downtown Lodon to make an official purchase. Did I mention he was also wearing an Ed Sheeran ‘÷’ tee complete with an Ed Sheeran name tag while puchasing the album on both CD and vinyl? Oh, he than jumped behind the counter and helped employees sell his album to customers!
The album is already projected to be one of the hottest selling LPs for 2017. We're still waiting to hear about North American tour dates. You can see the full itinerary and score ticket information (when it becomes available) by CLICKING HERE.