It's official. This baby has definitely sucked up a few too many brain cells. Had a dr appt today. All very routine. (And, let me just say how GOOD it feels to know my pregnancy is now being considered "routine" when it comes to my visits!!) Anyways. Got weighed. Had blood pressure checked. Told I could go to the bathroom and leave my sample. "Great!" I'm thinking... since I'd had to go from the time I left work.
Get in the bathroom. Look at the little "specimen" door and the note that is on it. See the basket with the markers on the back of the toilet. Sit down. Pee. And never ONCE touch a cup. In all of that... and after asking the nurse 3 minutes beforehand if she needed a sample... I completely blanked out and didn't do one. What. A. Dork. Am. I.
Saw the nurse when I walked out of the restroom and told her. She nodded and chuckled-- clearly I'm not the first brain-cell lacking pg woman who has done this. She said it was fine. I wasn't showing any reason why she would suspect I had protein or sugar in my urine and they'd just check it in two weeks at my next appointment. I still felt like an idiot, though.
All else went fine. Baby is measuring right on track. He gave the doppler a good, hard kick which made the doctor laugh. And she commented on the good job I'm doing with my weight gain-- only 17 1/2 lbs for the entire pregnancy to date. She asked if I've been keeping a close eye on it. Nope. We don't even own a scale. But, whatever I'm doing seems to be working, so she suggested I just keep doing it. Works for me. Means my occassional days of gluttony where I eat all day long are still okay... right?
Childbirth class this evening. Get our hospital tour. Guessing I should get my clothes changed and get ready to go. And... get some dinner, of course.
Thursday, August 31, 2006
Monday, August 28, 2006
This and That
Has it really been a week already since I last posted?? I swear it was just yesterday. Things have certainly been busy around here!
Last Wednesday, we went and bought paint for the background in Baby's room. Also picked out all the other colors while we were there... though we won't be buying those until later on this week.
Thursday evening, we had our second childbirth class. Got to see the video of a delivery. I was very impressed that the hubby made it through the whole thing, since he tends to be pretty squeamish about those types of things. Learned some more relaxation techniques and breathing exercises. This week will be our hospital tour... which I am really looking forward to!
Friday night, we finished clearing out Baby's room to get it ready for painting. The room is empty... except for Ralph's cage and a couple of lights. Although... the stuff that was in there is every which place in our house right now. Will be glad when the painting is done and we can begin to get everything put back in order.
Saturday, we got up and taped off the trim. Took a break to visit my friend at Build-a-Bear (and, of course, build the latest critter) and then went to Target. Got home, ate lunch, and got to work on the painting. All of the main colors are now finished!
Last Wednesday, we went and bought paint for the background in Baby's room. Also picked out all the other colors while we were there... though we won't be buying those until later on this week.
Thursday evening, we had our second childbirth class. Got to see the video of a delivery. I was very impressed that the hubby made it through the whole thing, since he tends to be pretty squeamish about those types of things. Learned some more relaxation techniques and breathing exercises. This week will be our hospital tour... which I am really looking forward to!
Friday night, we finished clearing out Baby's room to get it ready for painting. The room is empty... except for Ralph's cage and a couple of lights. Although... the stuff that was in there is every which place in our house right now. Will be glad when the painting is done and we can begin to get everything put back in order.
Saturday, we got up and taped off the trim. Took a break to visit my friend at Build-a-Bear (and, of course, build the latest critter) and then went to Target. Got home, ate lunch, and got to work on the painting. All of the main colors are now finished!
The picture doesn't really do it justice. To walk into the room, it does feel a bit like stepping outside. Next weekend, my friend will be coming over to do the detailing. The green will get details to look more like grass. The blue ceiling will have clouds added to it. And standing in/on the grass will be the animals from Baby's crib quilt:
Soooo excited to see it all complete. Will, of course, be posting pictures after the painting is finished.
Sunday, I had a baby shower from work. Lots of fun and got lots of cool stuff for Baby. Bathtime stuff, dining stuff and the pack-n-play. It matches his crib bedding and high chair. Was very excited to get it, and couldn't wait to get home and set it up. Although... why didn't anyone ever warn me that they are not as easy to put up and down as you would think?!? We finally got it all set up and decided there was no way we were taking it down anytime soon. So... it is now sitting in our living room... waiting for Baby to arrive and sleep in it. Though, we do need to rethink the furniture arrangement if it's really going to stay out there. But... it definitely looks like we're expecting a baby in our house soon.
Monday, August 21, 2006
Edgy and Hormones and Tired... Oh, My!
I've read/heard countless times about the changes the third trimeseter brings. Mainly how uncomfortable it is and how emotional one tends to get. But... ummm... where were the warnings that these things come on about 30 seconds after you enter said trimester and progressively get worse???
Had my first "real" pregnancy breakdown last night. Not sure if it was because I was just exhausted from the weekend or just plain ol' hormones kicking in, but it wasn't pleasant. Really... the whole weekend felt rather intense for me. I honestly don't know that I could put my finger on any one particular trigger. Just that I had many moments of feeling very edgy. You know the feeling. Every teeny, tiny little thing gets on that one last nerve you have, and you're just fighting the time until that one little thing makes you completely snap. I knew it was bad when I snapped at my mom over something trivial.
The weekend was fabulous and the baby shower was wonderful. I have 3 great-aunts. ALL 3 of them came in from out of state (2 from AK, 1 from CA) to surprise me for the shower. And my aunt flew in from UT. And cousins were there. And friends I hadn't seen in a long time. And some of the ladies from my Grandma's church that have known me for years. It was quite the crowd. We played some games, ate some very yummy cake, and opened gifts. A very lovely time.
But, by the time we even got to the actual shower, I was already tired and feeling stressed. The day before was stressful at work. I didn't sleep worth a darn that night, being in a different bed. We were up early and on the go. And even my Grandma's annoying ways were getting to me.... and I can usually let them roll off and think nothing of them. The longer the shower went on and the later it got, the edgier I got. And then I would get upset with myself for getting worked up instead of just relaxing and enjoying MY baby shower. Damn! When did the emotional hormones arrive?!?!
I did get a nap in before we went to dinner with all the family, which helped my mood a bunch. And I slept wonderfully that night. But, by mid-morning Sunday, the crankiness was creeping back in. I had a FULL nights sleep. 8 hours solid, without even getting up to pee, and after being up for just a couple hours I was already feeling exhausted and edgy. It rather sucks, if you ask me.
By the time we got home and got in bed last night, I'd had enough. I was lying in bed, lights off, hubby rubbing my back... what should have been a very relaxing state... and I was still so edgy I was ready to push him out of bed. And then the tears hit. I cried at the hubby about how I am just so tired of being so tired. I toss and turn all night long because I can't get comfortable. I wake up feeling as tired as when I got in bed. And I'm only at 29 weeks. Which means I'm only going to get bigger and more tired and more uncomfortable. How am I ever going to get through two more months of this?
Thankfully, I woke up this morning feeling a little better. The kid has been rolling and kicking all day, reminding me of just how wonderful a time this is. And to help with the stress and exhaustion, the hubby and I agreed that we want to have everything done and in place for this little guy by the first weekend in October. That's a full month before my due date and will give me the rest of the month to relax and sleep without having to worry about getting things done at the last minute.
I'm still tired. Somehow, I don't think that will go away for a long time. And I certainly still have moments of feeling unbelievably edgy. But... I suppose that comes with the territory. I made it 7 months before the hormones really kicked the emotions into gear... so I guess I can't complain... TOO much. 11 weeks to go...
Had my first "real" pregnancy breakdown last night. Not sure if it was because I was just exhausted from the weekend or just plain ol' hormones kicking in, but it wasn't pleasant. Really... the whole weekend felt rather intense for me. I honestly don't know that I could put my finger on any one particular trigger. Just that I had many moments of feeling very edgy. You know the feeling. Every teeny, tiny little thing gets on that one last nerve you have, and you're just fighting the time until that one little thing makes you completely snap. I knew it was bad when I snapped at my mom over something trivial.
The weekend was fabulous and the baby shower was wonderful. I have 3 great-aunts. ALL 3 of them came in from out of state (2 from AK, 1 from CA) to surprise me for the shower. And my aunt flew in from UT. And cousins were there. And friends I hadn't seen in a long time. And some of the ladies from my Grandma's church that have known me for years. It was quite the crowd. We played some games, ate some very yummy cake, and opened gifts. A very lovely time.
But, by the time we even got to the actual shower, I was already tired and feeling stressed. The day before was stressful at work. I didn't sleep worth a darn that night, being in a different bed. We were up early and on the go. And even my Grandma's annoying ways were getting to me.... and I can usually let them roll off and think nothing of them. The longer the shower went on and the later it got, the edgier I got. And then I would get upset with myself for getting worked up instead of just relaxing and enjoying MY baby shower. Damn! When did the emotional hormones arrive?!?!
I did get a nap in before we went to dinner with all the family, which helped my mood a bunch. And I slept wonderfully that night. But, by mid-morning Sunday, the crankiness was creeping back in. I had a FULL nights sleep. 8 hours solid, without even getting up to pee, and after being up for just a couple hours I was already feeling exhausted and edgy. It rather sucks, if you ask me.
By the time we got home and got in bed last night, I'd had enough. I was lying in bed, lights off, hubby rubbing my back... what should have been a very relaxing state... and I was still so edgy I was ready to push him out of bed. And then the tears hit. I cried at the hubby about how I am just so tired of being so tired. I toss and turn all night long because I can't get comfortable. I wake up feeling as tired as when I got in bed. And I'm only at 29 weeks. Which means I'm only going to get bigger and more tired and more uncomfortable. How am I ever going to get through two more months of this?
Thankfully, I woke up this morning feeling a little better. The kid has been rolling and kicking all day, reminding me of just how wonderful a time this is. And to help with the stress and exhaustion, the hubby and I agreed that we want to have everything done and in place for this little guy by the first weekend in October. That's a full month before my due date and will give me the rest of the month to relax and sleep without having to worry about getting things done at the last minute.
I'm still tired. Somehow, I don't think that will go away for a long time. And I certainly still have moments of feeling unbelievably edgy. But... I suppose that comes with the territory. I made it 7 months before the hormones really kicked the emotions into gear... so I guess I can't complain... TOO much. 11 weeks to go...
Friday, August 18, 2006
Weekend Plans
Doc visit today. All good. Measuring right on track. Gained another 5 pounds... but at least that was over 4 weeks this time, and not just two. Junior sounds good.
Have our first baby shower this weekend in Illinois. Mostly family and family friends. Should be fun. Looking very forward to it all!
Update when we return...
Have our first baby shower this weekend in Illinois. Mostly family and family friends. Should be fun. Looking very forward to it all!
Update when we return...
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Have You Seen These?
Have you seen these new commercials in the "VW Jetta: Safe Happens" campaign??? I have to change the channel when one comes on now. They're just too scary and graphic. Is it just me and my emotional pregnant state... or do you find them totally disturbing?
VW-- "Movie"
VW-- "Like"
VW-- "Movie"
VW-- "Like"
Friday, August 11, 2006
A Chuckle for You
Two quick stories you may find a bit of a laugh in. I know I did...
Run to Target this evening because I'm out of baby aspirin and Tums, and junior here is making me need both. Was in the mood for some mac & cheese as well, so thought I'd just grab a box while there. Get to the food section, and the mac & cheese is on sale. So, I get a couple of boxes, figuring I'll certainly use it and might as well save a little money on it. Get to the check out, the lady looks at me as I'm putting 3 boxes of mac & cheese on the counter and says "Craving mac & cheese, huh?" and laughs. I got a kick out of it, as did the hubby...
Coming home from vacation last week, we're in the car on some boring stretch of road. I'm watching baby turn and kick in my belly, and just plain admiring how big it's getting. Then I say to the hubby "I think my boobs are getting smaller" because they certainly look that way to me. He laughs and says "No, honey... it's just because your belly is getting bigger!" **
**Which really has to be the case, considering my bra is getting snug as I've just about outgrown it.
Run to Target this evening because I'm out of baby aspirin and Tums, and junior here is making me need both. Was in the mood for some mac & cheese as well, so thought I'd just grab a box while there. Get to the food section, and the mac & cheese is on sale. So, I get a couple of boxes, figuring I'll certainly use it and might as well save a little money on it. Get to the check out, the lady looks at me as I'm putting 3 boxes of mac & cheese on the counter and says "Craving mac & cheese, huh?" and laughs. I got a kick out of it, as did the hubby...
Coming home from vacation last week, we're in the car on some boring stretch of road. I'm watching baby turn and kick in my belly, and just plain admiring how big it's getting. Then I say to the hubby "I think my boobs are getting smaller" because they certainly look that way to me. He laughs and says "No, honey... it's just because your belly is getting bigger!" **
**Which really has to be the case, considering my bra is getting snug as I've just about outgrown it.
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
24w 4d-- Pics
These pics were taken the night before we left on vacation... I just didn't get the chance to post them. The belly is growing! (Last Month's Pics) I'm convinced it's even bigger today than it was two weeks ago...
11 1/4 sheets of T.P. for those still wondering...
11 1/4 sheets of T.P. for those still wondering...
Monday, August 07, 2006
Pregnancy, Part 3
Wow! The third trimester. It is hard to believe it's now only a matter of weeks before our little boy will be in our arms. I went back and re-read my Pregnancy, Part 2 post. The excitement now is definitely different than it was then.
There's still a hint of concern in the back of my mind that he may come early. But, there's also some reassurance in it knowing that if he were to come now, his chances of survival are good. Still not as high as a full-term... but the chances are fairly high, and improve with every passing day. Although... as long as my cervix was still measuring... there's actually been a joke or two that, after all the concern of preterm labor and incompetent cervix, I'll end up going late and be one of those women whose cervix never dilates.
The excitement now is more in the thought of actually seeing and holding him soon. Although, it is also surrounded by much apprehension and concern over the many, MANY things we still have to get done and the little bit of time we have left for doing it all. My weekends are all but booked until after Labor Day... yet somewhere in there we still need to get the nursery cleaned out so we can have it painted. The first baby shower is just two weeks away... and we've no place to put any of the gifts we'll soon be receiving. Plus... there are bills to get paid before I leave work. And Christmas shopping to think about since I doubt I'll want to be shopping with a newborn in the cold, winter months. And I'm sure a million other things that I'm just too overwhelmed by to even remember it all right now.
The third trimester is definitely bringing a different kind of anxiety with it.
But, there's also the many, many joys. The little one is kicking all the time. The hubby is feeling him regularly, too. I honestly thought he was going to fall off the picnic bench while we were camping when hubby started laughing hysterically at seeing my belly jump for the first time from a strong, baby kick. For the most part, I still feel good. Some occasional nausea creeping back in. And heartburn. And wicked leg cramps. But all of it just normal pregnancy pains. And there is NO denying I am pregnant... be you family, friend or stranger... it is quite obvious this belly has a baby growing in it. And I so love that. How do you not be excited to reach this point after struggling to ever get here?
Only 91 days to go........
There's still a hint of concern in the back of my mind that he may come early. But, there's also some reassurance in it knowing that if he were to come now, his chances of survival are good. Still not as high as a full-term... but the chances are fairly high, and improve with every passing day. Although... as long as my cervix was still measuring... there's actually been a joke or two that, after all the concern of preterm labor and incompetent cervix, I'll end up going late and be one of those women whose cervix never dilates.
The excitement now is more in the thought of actually seeing and holding him soon. Although, it is also surrounded by much apprehension and concern over the many, MANY things we still have to get done and the little bit of time we have left for doing it all. My weekends are all but booked until after Labor Day... yet somewhere in there we still need to get the nursery cleaned out so we can have it painted. The first baby shower is just two weeks away... and we've no place to put any of the gifts we'll soon be receiving. Plus... there are bills to get paid before I leave work. And Christmas shopping to think about since I doubt I'll want to be shopping with a newborn in the cold, winter months. And I'm sure a million other things that I'm just too overwhelmed by to even remember it all right now.
The third trimester is definitely bringing a different kind of anxiety with it.
But, there's also the many, many joys. The little one is kicking all the time. The hubby is feeling him regularly, too. I honestly thought he was going to fall off the picnic bench while we were camping when hubby started laughing hysterically at seeing my belly jump for the first time from a strong, baby kick. For the most part, I still feel good. Some occasional nausea creeping back in. And heartburn. And wicked leg cramps. But all of it just normal pregnancy pains. And there is NO denying I am pregnant... be you family, friend or stranger... it is quite obvious this belly has a baby growing in it. And I so love that. How do you not be excited to reach this point after struggling to ever get here?
Only 91 days to go........
Sunday, August 06, 2006
Home
Made it home and to bed around 2AM this morning. Slept til around 8 or so. Would like to have slept in longer, but was then afraid I wouldn't want to go bed tonight which would make me tired for work tomorrow.
Busy today doing laundry and getting things cleaned up and put away until next year. And just relaxing a bit before we go back to "reality" in the morning. My mom came over this afternoon and is busy cooking a big dinner for us. My "birthday" meal... since I celebrated while we were on vacation.
Trip was great. We did nothing but relax for the whole two weeks. Mom says it looks like my belly has really popped out. BabyR is definitely growing. Lots more about it all later...
Busy today doing laundry and getting things cleaned up and put away until next year. And just relaxing a bit before we go back to "reality" in the morning. My mom came over this afternoon and is busy cooking a big dinner for us. My "birthday" meal... since I celebrated while we were on vacation.
Trip was great. We did nothing but relax for the whole two weeks. Mom says it looks like my belly has really popped out. BabyR is definitely growing. Lots more about it all later...
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