#224 of 365~33 Weeks and Counting

How are we feeling?
Tired, uncomfortable, and clumsy.  I told my doctor that I feel like a switch went off two weeks ago and my pretty easy pregnancy has turned into this extremely crazy-weird super-agonizing month of child incubation. I just find myself slowing down a bit and not able to keep up with our lifestyle.  On top of all that, I'm SUPER emotional.  I've been thinking about my Dad and our Grandpa's lately, wishing that they could see us as parents just for one day.  My favorite songs and movies bring tears to my eyes. Nick's unflinching love for his daughter and the prayers he prays over us, be still my heart!  Mother's Day brought many tears as I thanked Papa-God for His mercy and grace in making me a mama to this little one.  For so many years I would sit in church and silently weep through the pain of infertility, now I weep with joy and still pain for all those waiting for their prayers to be answered.

What's up with the bump?

Baby girl is still not cooperating when it comes to getting a good picture. Moving all around and has her hands continually up by her face.  Our little mermaid is 4 pounds and 7 ounces.  Her heartbeat is still the sweetest sound and watching her brain activity was probably the second best thing to see on that monitor.  She is breech, but we have no worries as we are gearing up for a c-section anyways for medical reasons. I had to laugh when they measured her round little belly and what looks like a BIG head-already taking after daddy?  

What crazy thing did we recently learn?

Well, we spent this last week at our hospital taking a breastfeeding class and an all day birth/parenting class.  There was a lot to learn, a lot to read, and a lot of uncomfortable images flooding our minds. To say that we are overwhelmed with information is an understatement.  We need a day off just to read through the materials, set up appointments, and talk to our insurance provider!

Subject I'm not ready to think about?

Washing all these adorable baby clothes, folding them, AND putting them away. 'Nuff said.

Big Daddy's Take:
Big Daddy couldn't be reached for comment this week as he is "very busy" preparing for his daughters arrival.  In fact, he is currently painting a dresser and putting together her crib.

A Baby Bump View

#220 of 365~32 Weeks and Counting

How are we feeling?
Lately, I've been feeling anxious to meet this "Little Wee One."  With hands splayed across my belly, my mind has been dreaming up this little girl with her daddy's long lashes, my chubby cheeks, and a personality that will literally rock our world.  She is already so loved and cherished, it's overwhelming to know she is ours.  It's exciting and a little scary to think she will be here in a few short weeks!

What's up with the bump?

Well, this little mermaid gave us a bit of a scare last week when she decided to stop her fishy moves for a couple days.  I went in to the doc a couple times to get hooked up to some machines to listen to her heartbeat.  All is well despite her giving me high blood pressure!  Now I feel like she's making up for those few motionless days as the flipping and constant movement do not stop!  Doc said today that I'm "all baby," "she's already positioned," and everything is going "really well."

What crazy thing did we recently learn?

Nothing really new.  Nick and I were just talking after today's appointment how that little heartbeat makes us "happy" and is the most precious thing we have ever heard-it NEVER gets old. I think we take for granted the pounding in our ears, that fluttery pulse under our wrists, the beats that rhythmically tell us that we are alive.

Subject I'm not ready to think about?

Breastfeeding. There are so many blogs, websites, clubs, and classes for this particular subject.  EVERYONE has an opinion on it and they are not afraid to tell you!  Some women are excited about it and feel it is the "ultimate connection" to their children.  Some women see it as a financial opportunity. Some don't have time for it.  Some feel powerful.  Some feel like failures.  It's all a little too much for me at times and I find it to be a very personal choice.  Next week, Nick and I will attend a class about feeding options to continue the discussion on what WE feel is best for US.  Plus, I keep getting reminded that while I may have a plan, this little lady might have an entirely different one.

Big Daddy's Take:
There's a lot going on in my head right now. I'm just glad to have the room done!

#219 of 365~Forest Tea Party Baby Shower

Once again we were blessed by some amazing people when our good friend Tina G. threw a Forest themed tea party for our baby girl.  Cozies, tea pots, tree bark covered vases, felt mushroom garland, pine cones, and woodland animal toys were a few of the special touches.  

Oh, and the food was awesome!

Fun activities like iron on forest animal onesies and painting canvases kept us busy.  

 There was even a sparkling tree where guest wrote their best advice on paper leaves-can't wait to put it in our lil ones room!

Overall, our kid is going to be best dressed and have a super cool "Auntie" looking out for her!