Hint #7
The first letter of her first name and middle name are both found in the first half of the alphabet.
The first letter of her first name and middle name are both found in the first half of the alphabet.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
We're almost full term!
We had a weekly OB appointment today. Everything looks good! I gained one pound in the last two weeks bringing my weight gain to about 15 pounds total. The fundal height measures at 34 cm, which is right on track. Additionally, he told us that I am already 2cm dilated & halfway effaced! Although this really means nothing in terms of when the baby arrives, I'm glad to know that my body is cooperating and starting to get ready for her to be here with us :) We go back next week!
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Week 35 Update
Weekly Update:
How far along?: 35 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 14.5 - just got weighed on today at the OB appt.
Maternity Clothes?: Pants - Absolutely, Shirts - again, absolutely.
Stretch Marks?: A ton :(
Sleep: Better some days than others. Naps are pretty much a must if I want to stay awake past 9pm.
Best moment this week: Got a few presents & baby packages in the mail. Getting things besides bills is always an exciting moment!
Movement: Basically all the time still. Sometimes it can even be painful and I push the hand/arm/leg back into my stomach area.
Food cravings: Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Gender: GIRL!!
Labor Signs: none, thankfully
Belly Button in or out?: Depends on the baby's position, but normally flat or out.
What I miss: My non-maternity winter clothes.
What I am looking forward to: Being able to sit up/stand up off the floor without assistance.
Weekly Wisdom: Snow Blizzards + Being 8 months Pregnant = Stay at Home.
Milestones: Made a complete "shopping list" of what we still need for her. Hopefully we can get everything ordered/purchased and crossed off the list soon!
How far along?: 35 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 14.5 - just got weighed on today at the OB appt.
Maternity Clothes?: Pants - Absolutely, Shirts - again, absolutely.
Stretch Marks?: A ton :(
Sleep: Better some days than others. Naps are pretty much a must if I want to stay awake past 9pm.
Best moment this week: Got a few presents & baby packages in the mail. Getting things besides bills is always an exciting moment!
Movement: Basically all the time still. Sometimes it can even be painful and I push the hand/arm/leg back into my stomach area.
Food cravings: Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Gender: GIRL!!
Labor Signs: none, thankfully
Belly Button in or out?: Depends on the baby's position, but normally flat or out.
What I miss: My non-maternity winter clothes.
What I am looking forward to: Being able to sit up/stand up off the floor without assistance.
Weekly Wisdom: Snow Blizzards + Being 8 months Pregnant = Stay at Home.
Milestones: Made a complete "shopping list" of what we still need for her. Hopefully we can get everything ordered/purchased and crossed off the list soon!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Week 34 Update
Weekly Update:
How far along?: 34 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 13.5 - I didn't gain any weight between my last OB appointments
Maternity Clothes?: Pants - Absolutely, Shirts - yes. My old navy maternity order just arrived and it will be nice to have a few things that fit better for the next month!
Stretch Marks?: A ton
Sleep: A lot better than it was a few weeks ago. I don't need to wake up and turn over as often anymore.
Best moment this week: The OB said everything was perfect! It's great to hear good news when we go in there.
Movement: All the time. The OB said she had turned her head down, but I'm pretty sure she still moves and lays side to side sometimes. My stomach has visibly changed shapes like crazy all this week.
Food cravings: Nothing in particular
Gender: GIRL!!
Labor Signs: none, thankfully
Belly Button in or out?: Still flat
What I miss: Being able to paint my toenails
What I am looking forward to: People not treating me like I am handicapped.
Weekly Wisdom: You have to decide which pregnancy precautions you want to follow for yourself. Research them carefully, but if you were to follow all of them you'll be isolated to your house, hopped up on vitamins, and eating organic meals that always include some warm meat. Not my idea of a good 9 months...
Milestones: Less than 40 days until she is expected to arrive! We're in the homestretch and almost considered full term!
How far along?: 34 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 13.5 - I didn't gain any weight between my last OB appointments
Maternity Clothes?: Pants - Absolutely, Shirts - yes. My old navy maternity order just arrived and it will be nice to have a few things that fit better for the next month!
Stretch Marks?: A ton
Sleep: A lot better than it was a few weeks ago. I don't need to wake up and turn over as often anymore.
Best moment this week: The OB said everything was perfect! It's great to hear good news when we go in there.
Movement: All the time. The OB said she had turned her head down, but I'm pretty sure she still moves and lays side to side sometimes. My stomach has visibly changed shapes like crazy all this week.
Food cravings: Nothing in particular
Gender: GIRL!!
Labor Signs: none, thankfully
Belly Button in or out?: Still flat
What I miss: Being able to paint my toenails
What I am looking forward to: People not treating me like I am handicapped.
Weekly Wisdom: You have to decide which pregnancy precautions you want to follow for yourself. Research them carefully, but if you were to follow all of them you'll be isolated to your house, hopped up on vitamins, and eating organic meals that always include some warm meat. Not my idea of a good 9 months...
Milestones: Less than 40 days until she is expected to arrive! We're in the homestretch and almost considered full term!
Monday, December 14, 2009
Name Hint #5
Hint #5
No part of her name is unisex. The first name, nickname, and middle name are only used as girls' names.
No part of her name is unisex. The first name, nickname, and middle name are only used as girls' names.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Weeks 33-36
According to thebump.com
(http://pregnant.thebump.com/pregnancy/pregnancy-tools/slideshow/how-big-is-baby.aspx?page=22)
Your Baby: Month 8
Baby’s senses are continuing to improve -- when light peeks in through your (extremely) stretched belly, those tiny eyelids and irises blink and dilate. And, baby can now recognize and react to simple songs… time to start practicing your lullabies! Growth (at least inside your womb) is starting to slow, and you may notice baby descend into your pelvis at the end of this month.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Short appointments are a good thing!
Today we had our second to last 2 week OB appointment. Basically, we sat in the waiting room for over 20 minutes for a 5 minute appointment. While this is frustrating, they only had good news! My blood pressure, glucose test, and baby's heart beat were all perfect! I also hadn't gained any weight and had no concerns. Basically, no news is good news & we hope to keep it that way. The next appointment is December 21st and after that they will be once a week. It's getting closer to the baby's arrival! Yay!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Name Hint #4
Hint #4
Her middle name is short. It is a name that someone in both Dylan's family and my family has.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
We need your help!
Please visit the following two links and vote in the poll above to tell us which crib bedding set you like best. We're not sure which to choose! The poll will be open until Friday, December 11 at 5pm. Thanks for your help :)
Choice #1:
Fun Faces Pink
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3740398
Choice #2:
Nursery To-Go Chocolate Delight
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3073533
Choice #1:
Fun Faces Pink
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3740398
Choice #2:
Nursery To-Go Chocolate Delight
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3073533
Week 33 Update
Weekly Update:
How far along?: 33 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 13.5 as far as I know -- going to the OB on Tuesday so we'll find out for sure!
Maternity Clothes?: Pants - Absolutely, Shirts - yes. I got a great deal on Old Navy Maternity Clothes & can't wait for them to arrive!
Stretch Marks?: A ton
Sleep: Its been getting better, but I think thats just because I'm exhausted and ignore the discomfort.
Best moment this week: Baby Shower #2 - we got lots a great stuff and most of the bigger items. We're getting more prepared for her to arrive each day :)
Movement: A little less this week - perhaps she is getting too big to move much.
Food cravings: HotCakes Focaccia Bread
Gender: GIRL!!
Labor Signs: none, thankfully
Belly Button in or out?: Flat - it has basically disappeared.
What I miss: My old clothes :(
What I am looking forward to: People not treating me like I am handicapped.
Weekly Wisdom: Afternoon naps are the best. They really improve your mood and help you feel better :)
Milestones: Ordered my first batch of maternity clothes -- I had purchased some on craigslist, but only a few pieces. The belly has gotten big enough that I cannot ignore it and wear my reg clothes much anymore.
How far along?: 33 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 13.5 as far as I know -- going to the OB on Tuesday so we'll find out for sure!
Maternity Clothes?: Pants - Absolutely, Shirts - yes. I got a great deal on Old Navy Maternity Clothes & can't wait for them to arrive!
Stretch Marks?: A ton
Sleep: Its been getting better, but I think thats just because I'm exhausted and ignore the discomfort.
Best moment this week: Baby Shower #2 - we got lots a great stuff and most of the bigger items. We're getting more prepared for her to arrive each day :)
Movement: A little less this week - perhaps she is getting too big to move much.
Food cravings: HotCakes Focaccia Bread
Gender: GIRL!!
Labor Signs: none, thankfully
Belly Button in or out?: Flat - it has basically disappeared.
What I miss: My old clothes :(
What I am looking forward to: People not treating me like I am handicapped.
Weekly Wisdom: Afternoon naps are the best. They really improve your mood and help you feel better :)
Milestones: Ordered my first batch of maternity clothes -- I had purchased some on craigslist, but only a few pieces. The belly has gotten big enough that I cannot ignore it and wear my reg clothes much anymore.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Name Hint #3
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