Friday, January 29, 2010
Thursday, January 28, 2010
39 week update
We had our weekly appointment this morning. It went about the same as previous weeks. I am 50% effaced, which was happy music to my ears! But still only 1cm dilated. I know you have to fully efface before you can fully dilate, but I was still hoping for a little more action down there.
And then the doctor brought up the hated "I" word. If nothing has happened by my appointment on Friday (the 5th), they'll schedule my induction.
I don't wanna be induced!!!
I'm now pinning all my hopes on the full moon this weekend. Spicy food and sex be damned. I don't want either. C'mon full moon!
And then the doctor brought up the hated "I" word. If nothing has happened by my appointment on Friday (the 5th), they'll schedule my induction.
I don't wanna be induced!!!
I'm now pinning all my hopes on the full moon this weekend. Spicy food and sex be damned. I don't want either. C'mon full moon!
39 week update
We had our weekly appointment this morning. It went about the same as previous weeks. I am 50% effaced, which was happy music to my ears! But still only 1cm dilated. I know you have to fully efface before you can fully dilate, but I was still hoping for a little more action down there.
And then the doctor brought up the hated "I" word. If nothing has happened by my appointment on Friday (the 5th), they'll schedule my induction.
I don't wanna be induced!!!
I'm now pinning all my hopes on the full moon this weekend. Spicy food and sex be damned. I don't want either. C'mon full moon!
And then the doctor brought up the hated "I" word. If nothing has happened by my appointment on Friday (the 5th), they'll schedule my induction.
I don't wanna be induced!!!
I'm now pinning all my hopes on the full moon this weekend. Spicy food and sex be damned. I don't want either. C'mon full moon!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Home
Hasn't been as boring as I'd feared! Granted, I'm actually at work this afternoon... but only because we had a going away party for a beloved staff member at lunch. Will commute for pizza!
I didn't do much on Monday. I guess the first day home alone you just kind of need to be a blob. I watched three movies (including Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure), napped, and went to yoga. Otherwise, my grand plans of knocking things off the to-do list went out the window.
Yesterday was different. I got up, took a shower, blow-dried my hair, put on non-sweatpant clothes, and got busy. First, I cleaned the bathroom. A loathsome tast. Next, I put together a grocery list. Then I vacuumed the car. That's right! We're ready for carseat installation! I went straight from vacuuming the car to the grocery store. I even brought my purse and shopping list with me when I started vacuuming so that I wouldn't go back in the house and find some excuse to not go.
After groceries, I threw on an apron and started cooking! I made dinner for last night, with enough leftover to freeze for a later date, AND I pre-cooked dinner for tonight. Stew is always better the second day, so it's in the fridge now ready to go back on the stove for dinner. Woohoo!
And like I said, I headed into work today. I got to sleep in, which was delightful. Took my time getting dressed. Watched a little daytime TV (it's terrible people.). And headed down to work. I got here just in time for lunch, and plan on staying till about 4. I'll have just enough time to finish up a few little things that I forgot to do last week!
So, only two more days left in my first week home. I might not be such a basket case by Friday night afterall. That said, Lulu is welcome to make her appearance ANY TIME NOW!!
I didn't do much on Monday. I guess the first day home alone you just kind of need to be a blob. I watched three movies (including Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure), napped, and went to yoga. Otherwise, my grand plans of knocking things off the to-do list went out the window.
Yesterday was different. I got up, took a shower, blow-dried my hair, put on non-sweatpant clothes, and got busy. First, I cleaned the bathroom. A loathsome tast. Next, I put together a grocery list. Then I vacuumed the car. That's right! We're ready for carseat installation! I went straight from vacuuming the car to the grocery store. I even brought my purse and shopping list with me when I started vacuuming so that I wouldn't go back in the house and find some excuse to not go.
After groceries, I threw on an apron and started cooking! I made dinner for last night, with enough leftover to freeze for a later date, AND I pre-cooked dinner for tonight. Stew is always better the second day, so it's in the fridge now ready to go back on the stove for dinner. Woohoo!
And like I said, I headed into work today. I got to sleep in, which was delightful. Took my time getting dressed. Watched a little daytime TV (it's terrible people.). And headed down to work. I got here just in time for lunch, and plan on staying till about 4. I'll have just enough time to finish up a few little things that I forgot to do last week!
So, only two more days left in my first week home. I might not be such a basket case by Friday night afterall. That said, Lulu is welcome to make her appearance ANY TIME NOW!!
Home
Hasn't been as boring as I'd feared! Granted, I'm actually at work this afternoon... but only because we had a going away party for a beloved staff member at lunch. Will commute for pizza!
I didn't do much on Monday. I guess the first day home alone you just kind of need to be a blob. I watched three movies (including Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure), napped, and went to yoga. Otherwise, my grand plans of knocking things off the to-do list went out the window.
Yesterday was different. I got up, took a shower, blow-dried my hair, put on non-sweatpant clothes, and got busy. First, I cleaned the bathroom. A loathsome tast. Next, I put together a grocery list. Then I vacuumed the car. That's right! We're ready for carseat installation! I went straight from vacuuming the car to the grocery store. I even brought my purse and shopping list with me when I started vacuuming so that I wouldn't go back in the house and find some excuse to not go.
After groceries, I threw on an apron and started cooking! I made dinner for last night, with enough leftover to freeze for a later date, AND I pre-cooked dinner for tonight. Stew is always better the second day, so it's in the fridge now ready to go back on the stove for dinner. Woohoo!
And like I said, I headed into work today. I got to sleep in, which was delightful. Took my time getting dressed. Watched a little daytime TV (it's terrible people.). And headed down to work. I got here just in time for lunch, and plan on staying till about 4. I'll have just enough time to finish up a few little things that I forgot to do last week!
So, only two more days left in my first week home. I might not be such a basket case by Friday night afterall. That said, Lulu is welcome to make her appearance ANY TIME NOW!!
I didn't do much on Monday. I guess the first day home alone you just kind of need to be a blob. I watched three movies (including Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure), napped, and went to yoga. Otherwise, my grand plans of knocking things off the to-do list went out the window.
Yesterday was different. I got up, took a shower, blow-dried my hair, put on non-sweatpant clothes, and got busy. First, I cleaned the bathroom. A loathsome tast. Next, I put together a grocery list. Then I vacuumed the car. That's right! We're ready for carseat installation! I went straight from vacuuming the car to the grocery store. I even brought my purse and shopping list with me when I started vacuuming so that I wouldn't go back in the house and find some excuse to not go.
After groceries, I threw on an apron and started cooking! I made dinner for last night, with enough leftover to freeze for a later date, AND I pre-cooked dinner for tonight. Stew is always better the second day, so it's in the fridge now ready to go back on the stove for dinner. Woohoo!
And like I said, I headed into work today. I got to sleep in, which was delightful. Took my time getting dressed. Watched a little daytime TV (it's terrible people.). And headed down to work. I got here just in time for lunch, and plan on staying till about 4. I'll have just enough time to finish up a few little things that I forgot to do last week!
So, only two more days left in my first week home. I might not be such a basket case by Friday night afterall. That said, Lulu is welcome to make her appearance ANY TIME NOW!!
Monday, January 25, 2010
39 Weeks, 1 Day
More pictures this week! If you were hoping to see a drop, sorry to disappoint you! We're still round and riding high...
Total weight gain/loss: +40-ish
Total weight gain/loss: +40-ish
Maternity clothes? I'm in sweats everyday now!
Sleep: Not great.
Best moment last week: A tie between my last day of work, and Taco Bell for lunch on my last day of work.
Movement: Constant.
Food cravings: Dairy, still.
Movement: Constant.
Food cravings: Dairy, still.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: Nada.
Labor signs: Nada.
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I'm looking forward to this week: Lazing around in my undies, running last minute errands, sleeping in...
What I miss: Restful sleep and not eating spicy food with every meal. I hate spicy. The things we do for our children!
Weekly wisdom: It's ok to be emotional, but do remember to take a deep breath before getting hysterical.
Milestones: Finished with work!
What I'm looking forward to this week: Lazing around in my undies, running last minute errands, sleeping in...
What I miss: Restful sleep and not eating spicy food with every meal. I hate spicy. The things we do for our children!
Weekly wisdom: It's ok to be emotional, but do remember to take a deep breath before getting hysterical.
Milestones: Finished with work!
39 Weeks, 1 Day
More pictures this week! If you were hoping to see a drop, sorry to disappoint you! We're still round and riding high...
Total weight gain/loss: +40-ish
Total weight gain/loss: +40-ish
Maternity clothes? I'm in sweats everyday now!
Sleep: Not great.
Best moment last week: A tie between my last day of work, and Taco Bell for lunch on my last day of work.
Movement: Constant.
Food cravings: Dairy, still.
Movement: Constant.
Food cravings: Dairy, still.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: Nada.
Labor signs: Nada.
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I'm looking forward to this week: Lazing around in my undies, running last minute errands, sleeping in...
What I miss: Restful sleep and not eating spicy food with every meal. I hate spicy. The things we do for our children!
Weekly wisdom: It's ok to be emotional, but do remember to take a deep breath before getting hysterical.
Milestones: Finished with work!
What I'm looking forward to this week: Lazing around in my undies, running last minute errands, sleeping in...
What I miss: Restful sleep and not eating spicy food with every meal. I hate spicy. The things we do for our children!
Weekly wisdom: It's ok to be emotional, but do remember to take a deep breath before getting hysterical.
Milestones: Finished with work!
Friday, January 22, 2010
Last Day
It's my last day of work...
before becoming a mom.
before becoming a working mom.
I'm so full of mixed emotions, I can hardly breath. On the one hand, I'm really excited for some time not working. On the other hand, I'm terrified of how bored I'll be in the (possibly) weeks before Lulu arrives.
And I'm certainly terrified of actually having an infant at home.
And I'm even more terrified of going back to work in April. Of having to leave my little girl at a daycare. Of missing her smiles, coos and achievements during the day. And what if I don't want to go back to work? What if I can't stand being at home all day and really want to go back?!
I'm not sure what's worse... missing my baby all day, or feeling relieved to get away.
I hate uncertainties.
before becoming a mom.
before becoming a working mom.
I'm so full of mixed emotions, I can hardly breath. On the one hand, I'm really excited for some time not working. On the other hand, I'm terrified of how bored I'll be in the (possibly) weeks before Lulu arrives.
And I'm certainly terrified of actually having an infant at home.
And I'm even more terrified of going back to work in April. Of having to leave my little girl at a daycare. Of missing her smiles, coos and achievements during the day. And what if I don't want to go back to work? What if I can't stand being at home all day and really want to go back?!
I'm not sure what's worse... missing my baby all day, or feeling relieved to get away.
I hate uncertainties.
Last Day
It's my last day of work...
before becoming a mom.
before becoming a working mom.
I'm so full of mixed emotions, I can hardly breath. On the one hand, I'm really excited for some time not working. On the other hand, I'm terrified of how bored I'll be in the (possibly) weeks before Lulu arrives.
And I'm certainly terrified of actually having an infant at home.
And I'm even more terrified of going back to work in April. Of having to leave my little girl at a daycare. Of missing her smiles, coos and achievements during the day. And what if I don't want to go back to work? What if I can't stand being at home all day and really want to go back?!
I'm not sure what's worse... missing my baby all day, or feeling relieved to get away.
I hate uncertainties.
before becoming a mom.
before becoming a working mom.
I'm so full of mixed emotions, I can hardly breath. On the one hand, I'm really excited for some time not working. On the other hand, I'm terrified of how bored I'll be in the (possibly) weeks before Lulu arrives.
And I'm certainly terrified of actually having an infant at home.
And I'm even more terrified of going back to work in April. Of having to leave my little girl at a daycare. Of missing her smiles, coos and achievements during the day. And what if I don't want to go back to work? What if I can't stand being at home all day and really want to go back?!
I'm not sure what's worse... missing my baby all day, or feeling relieved to get away.
I hate uncertainties.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
I'm so discouraged
Another check-up.
More confirmation on continued weight gain.
No progress - still just barely 1cm, and wayyyyyy up there.
Just about promised to be a week late.
Last day of work tomorrow.
Anticipating two weeks at home, lonely and bored.
I left the doctor's office. Sat in my car. And cried.
More confirmation on continued weight gain.
No progress - still just barely 1cm, and wayyyyyy up there.
Just about promised to be a week late.
Last day of work tomorrow.
Anticipating two weeks at home, lonely and bored.
I left the doctor's office. Sat in my car. And cried.
I'm so discouraged
Another check-up.
More confirmation on continued weight gain.
No progress - still just barely 1cm, and wayyyyyy up there.
Just about promised to be a week late.
Last day of work tomorrow.
Anticipating two weeks at home, lonely and bored.
I left the doctor's office. Sat in my car. And cried.
More confirmation on continued weight gain.
No progress - still just barely 1cm, and wayyyyyy up there.
Just about promised to be a week late.
Last day of work tomorrow.
Anticipating two weeks at home, lonely and bored.
I left the doctor's office. Sat in my car. And cried.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Least Favorite Chore
So last night I cleaned the drain traps in the kitchen sink. I hate doing this. They get so yucky!! I even buy replacement traps at least twice a year. I don't feel as though they're very sanitary... Maybe we don't clean ours often enough? But whatever. I did it yesterday.
After I cleaned the microwave and vacuumed crumbs out of the stovetop.
After I cleaned the microwave and vacuumed crumbs out of the stovetop.
Least Favorite Chore
So last night I cleaned the drain traps in the kitchen sink. I hate doing this. They get so yucky!! I even buy replacement traps at least twice a year. I don't feel as though they're very sanitary... Maybe we don't clean ours often enough? But whatever. I did it yesterday.
After I cleaned the microwave and vacuumed crumbs out of the stovetop.
After I cleaned the microwave and vacuumed crumbs out of the stovetop.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Is this the "Nesting" people keep talking about?
So here's my question:
Do you have to want to clean to be nesting? Or can you be nesting if you find yourself dusting the walls, even though you don't feel like cleaning at all?
I hate cleaning! With a passion. And my house looks it. But I was seriously just dusting a wall. It really has been dusty, and it's been bothering me. But seriously? I dusted a wall.
I feel as though my nesting energy would be better spent cleaning the bathroom or kitchen or something. Geesh!
Do you have to want to clean to be nesting? Or can you be nesting if you find yourself dusting the walls, even though you don't feel like cleaning at all?
I hate cleaning! With a passion. And my house looks it. But I was seriously just dusting a wall. It really has been dusty, and it's been bothering me. But seriously? I dusted a wall.
I feel as though my nesting energy would be better spent cleaning the bathroom or kitchen or something. Geesh!
Is this the "Nesting" people keep talking about?
So here's my question:
Do you have to want to clean to be nesting? Or can you be nesting if you find yourself dusting the walls, even though you don't feel like cleaning at all?
I hate cleaning! With a passion. And my house looks it. But I was seriously just dusting a wall. It really has been dusty, and it's been bothering me. But seriously? I dusted a wall.
I feel as though my nesting energy would be better spent cleaning the bathroom or kitchen or something. Geesh!
Do you have to want to clean to be nesting? Or can you be nesting if you find yourself dusting the walls, even though you don't feel like cleaning at all?
I hate cleaning! With a passion. And my house looks it. But I was seriously just dusting a wall. It really has been dusty, and it's been bothering me. But seriously? I dusted a wall.
I feel as though my nesting energy would be better spent cleaning the bathroom or kitchen or something. Geesh!
A new pre-baby goal
Get the freaking washing machine fixed so my basement stops flooding! --->
The basement flooded for the third time in 2 weeks this morning. I totally lost it. I did figure out the problem - a bad plug - but can't get anyone out to fix it till Monday morning.
I need that machine to work before Lulu arrives with her numerous baskets of dirty laundry!
(The machine drains into a sink. The sink needs a pump to drain. The plug to the pump AND the wall socket it plugs into are both broken. So instead of draining, the sink is overflowing all over the basement.)
The basement flooded for the third time in 2 weeks this morning. I totally lost it. I did figure out the problem - a bad plug - but can't get anyone out to fix it till Monday morning.
I need that machine to work before Lulu arrives with her numerous baskets of dirty laundry!
(The machine drains into a sink. The sink needs a pump to drain. The plug to the pump AND the wall socket it plugs into are both broken. So instead of draining, the sink is overflowing all over the basement.)
A new pre-baby goal
Get the freaking washing machine fixed so my basement stops flooding! --->
The basement flooded for the third time in 2 weeks this morning. I totally lost it. I did figure out the problem - a bad plug - but can't get anyone out to fix it till Monday morning.
I need that machine to work before Lulu arrives with her numerous baskets of dirty laundry!
(The machine drains into a sink. The sink needs a pump to drain. The plug to the pump AND the wall socket it plugs into are both broken. So instead of draining, the sink is overflowing all over the basement.)
The basement flooded for the third time in 2 weeks this morning. I totally lost it. I did figure out the problem - a bad plug - but can't get anyone out to fix it till Monday morning.
I need that machine to work before Lulu arrives with her numerous baskets of dirty laundry!
(The machine drains into a sink. The sink needs a pump to drain. The plug to the pump AND the wall socket it plugs into are both broken. So instead of draining, the sink is overflowing all over the basement.)
Sunday, January 17, 2010
38 Weeks!
As promised, here are some highly attractive pictures of my tummy! I added the last picture I posted (from around 30 weeks) for comparison.
Isn't that just the most beautiful tummy ever? Oh yeah. Gorgeous. Anyway, here's the weekly update:
Isn't that just the most beautiful tummy ever? Oh yeah. Gorgeous. Anyway, here's the weekly update:Total weight gain/loss: +38
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: Not great. The weird up-for-three-hours thing hasn't repeated, but I'm just not sleeping well. I feel out of breath, even when lying on my side.
Best moment this week: My fourth (and last?!) baby shower! It was lovely, and I feel very loved and special.
Movement: Constant.
Food cravings: Dairy, still. I did invest in some Lactaid, and that seems to be helping.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: As of Friday, I was still closed, but softer and starting to thin. I had a contraction scare around Wednesday or Thursday, but it wound up being gas... The scrunching pressure I felt in the shower today might be a little more real though!
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I'm looking forward to this week: Friday is my last day of work!! (Well, until April)
What I miss: Restful sleep.
Weekly wisdom: Oh I don't know!
Milestones: Two weeks away, one more week of work, starting to get things finished up around the house. Still haven't felt that nesting urge yet...
38 Weeks!
As promised, here are some highly attractive pictures of my tummy! I added the last picture I posted (from around 30 weeks) for comparison.
Isn't that just the most beautiful tummy ever? Oh yeah. Gorgeous. Anyway, here's the weekly update:
Isn't that just the most beautiful tummy ever? Oh yeah. Gorgeous. Anyway, here's the weekly update:Total weight gain/loss: +38
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: Not great. The weird up-for-three-hours thing hasn't repeated, but I'm just not sleeping well. I feel out of breath, even when lying on my side.
Best moment this week: My fourth (and last?!) baby shower! It was lovely, and I feel very loved and special.
Movement: Constant.
Food cravings: Dairy, still. I did invest in some Lactaid, and that seems to be helping.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: As of Friday, I was still closed, but softer and starting to thin. I had a contraction scare around Wednesday or Thursday, but it wound up being gas... The scrunching pressure I felt in the shower today might be a little more real though!
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I'm looking forward to this week: Friday is my last day of work!! (Well, until April)
What I miss: Restful sleep.
Weekly wisdom: Oh I don't know!
Milestones: Two weeks away, one more week of work, starting to get things finished up around the house. Still haven't felt that nesting urge yet...
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Hooray!
I'd like to start this post with a big CONGRATULATIONS!!! To Jessica at The Southern Belle Baby. I hear that her beautiful little boy, Knox, arrived this morning. (Thanks to Neck Rolls & Toe Crust for the update!!). I've said all along that Knox would be here before Lulu, and I was right! Lulu is comfy and perfectly happy to stay on the inside for a while longer.
With that, I'd like to give a BIG thanks to my in-laws for throwing me a truly lovely shower this afternoon! At one point, I was slightly concerned that they'd have to have the shower without me, since it was so close to my due date. But since Lulu's obviously not concerned with progressing through the birth canal quite yet, I was happily able to attend.
Hubby's parents, whom I have long known to be incredibly generous and thoughtful, got us both the pack'n'play AND a rocking chair!!! I can't begin to describe how excited I am for these additions to our house. I had been really concerned about a rocking chair - I knew I wanted one, but the Babies R Us near me sucks, and did not have any gliders/chairs for me to try out. I hadn't registered for one, and hadn't come close to finding one I like. My in-laws tried out several chairs on my behalf, and found one that is amazingly comfy!! I sat in it during the whole shower, and haven't been so comfy in weeks.
So whenever you're ready, Lulu. Anytime now.
With that, I'd like to give a BIG thanks to my in-laws for throwing me a truly lovely shower this afternoon! At one point, I was slightly concerned that they'd have to have the shower without me, since it was so close to my due date. But since Lulu's obviously not concerned with progressing through the birth canal quite yet, I was happily able to attend.
Hubby's parents, whom I have long known to be incredibly generous and thoughtful, got us both the pack'n'play AND a rocking chair!!! I can't begin to describe how excited I am for these additions to our house. I had been really concerned about a rocking chair - I knew I wanted one, but the Babies R Us near me sucks, and did not have any gliders/chairs for me to try out. I hadn't registered for one, and hadn't come close to finding one I like. My in-laws tried out several chairs on my behalf, and found one that is amazingly comfy!! I sat in it during the whole shower, and haven't been so comfy in weeks.
So whenever you're ready, Lulu. Anytime now.
Hooray!
I'd like to start this post with a big CONGRATULATIONS!!! To Jessica at The Southern Belle Baby. I hear that her beautiful little boy, Knox, arrived this morning. (Thanks to Neck Rolls & Toe Crust for the update!!). I've said all along that Knox would be here before Lulu, and I was right! Lulu is comfy and perfectly happy to stay on the inside for a while longer.
With that, I'd like to give a BIG thanks to my in-laws for throwing me a truly lovely shower this afternoon! At one point, I was slightly concerned that they'd have to have the shower without me, since it was so close to my due date. But since Lulu's obviously not concerned with progressing through the birth canal quite yet, I was happily able to attend.
Hubby's parents, whom I have long known to be incredibly generous and thoughtful, got us both the pack'n'play AND a rocking chair!!! I can't begin to describe how excited I am for these additions to our house. I had been really concerned about a rocking chair - I knew I wanted one, but the Babies R Us near me sucks, and did not have any gliders/chairs for me to try out. I hadn't registered for one, and hadn't come close to finding one I like. My in-laws tried out several chairs on my behalf, and found one that is amazingly comfy!! I sat in it during the whole shower, and haven't been so comfy in weeks.
So whenever you're ready, Lulu. Anytime now.
With that, I'd like to give a BIG thanks to my in-laws for throwing me a truly lovely shower this afternoon! At one point, I was slightly concerned that they'd have to have the shower without me, since it was so close to my due date. But since Lulu's obviously not concerned with progressing through the birth canal quite yet, I was happily able to attend.
Hubby's parents, whom I have long known to be incredibly generous and thoughtful, got us both the pack'n'play AND a rocking chair!!! I can't begin to describe how excited I am for these additions to our house. I had been really concerned about a rocking chair - I knew I wanted one, but the Babies R Us near me sucks, and did not have any gliders/chairs for me to try out. I hadn't registered for one, and hadn't come close to finding one I like. My in-laws tried out several chairs on my behalf, and found one that is amazingly comfy!! I sat in it during the whole shower, and haven't been so comfy in weeks.
So whenever you're ready, Lulu. Anytime now.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Progress: The Continued Saga
I had another appointment this morning. Just a check up, nothing more. For the last few days, my panty liners have been getting really damp. Not the gooey stuff that I've been used to, a clear, watery dampness. Obviously, I was concerned that I was leaking amniotic fluid. After a quick ultrasound, it's quite clear that Lulu is happily floating in a normal amount of fluid.
And then came the internal. Four weeks ago, I was long, closed and tight. Last week, I was long, closed, but slightly softer. This week, I am very closed, but softer and just starting to thin.
So I guess we've had some progress? But nothing to write home about. We're in it for the long haul!
And then came the internal. Four weeks ago, I was long, closed and tight. Last week, I was long, closed, but slightly softer. This week, I am very closed, but softer and just starting to thin.
So I guess we've had some progress? But nothing to write home about. We're in it for the long haul!
Progress: The Continued Saga
I had another appointment this morning. Just a check up, nothing more. For the last few days, my panty liners have been getting really damp. Not the gooey stuff that I've been used to, a clear, watery dampness. Obviously, I was concerned that I was leaking amniotic fluid. After a quick ultrasound, it's quite clear that Lulu is happily floating in a normal amount of fluid.
And then came the internal. Four weeks ago, I was long, closed and tight. Last week, I was long, closed, but slightly softer. This week, I am very closed, but softer and just starting to thin.
So I guess we've had some progress? But nothing to write home about. We're in it for the long haul!
And then came the internal. Four weeks ago, I was long, closed and tight. Last week, I was long, closed, but slightly softer. This week, I am very closed, but softer and just starting to thin.
So I guess we've had some progress? But nothing to write home about. We're in it for the long haul!
A note on belly pics
You see, I'm attempting to keep this blog "anonymous." Which means my Hubby doesn't even know about it! Well, he might, but he hasn't said anything. But since we haven't done any belly pictures to share with our friends and family (or even keep for ourselves), it's hard for me to get a good one by myself.
I was planning on attempting some last night, but Hubby got home early and the couch looked REALLY appealing. I have been meaning to post an updated picture, and hopefully will have a chance soon.
Because I am enormous!!!
I was planning on attempting some last night, but Hubby got home early and the couch looked REALLY appealing. I have been meaning to post an updated picture, and hopefully will have a chance soon.
Because I am enormous!!!
A note on belly pics
You see, I'm attempting to keep this blog "anonymous." Which means my Hubby doesn't even know about it! Well, he might, but he hasn't said anything. But since we haven't done any belly pictures to share with our friends and family (or even keep for ourselves), it's hard for me to get a good one by myself.
I was planning on attempting some last night, but Hubby got home early and the couch looked REALLY appealing. I have been meaning to post an updated picture, and hopefully will have a chance soon.
Because I am enormous!!!
I was planning on attempting some last night, but Hubby got home early and the couch looked REALLY appealing. I have been meaning to post an updated picture, and hopefully will have a chance soon.
Because I am enormous!!!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
I HATE MILK
I think milk is the yuckiest thing ever. I do love other dairy products - give me ice cream anytime! But milk on its own is the worst. And I have to drink it. Here's why:
1) Lulu apparently adores milk. Whenever we get hungry, my first thought is milkshake, ice cream, or (highly creamed & sugared) Dunkin Donuts (decaf) hazelnut coffee. I guess I am calcium deficient?
2) Milk is good for you, blah blah blah. It makes Hubby happy to see me with milk in hand.
3) Milk helps (a lot) with the reflux. I've suffered from reflux for years - since freshman year of college. And as bad as it's been for me, it's never been this bad! So I swallow my Zantac150 with a glass of milk before bed.
Here are the downsides to all this dairy ingestion:
1) I'm lactose intolerant. Which might explain why I've hated milk since forever. The bloating that goes along with the dairy is just so uncomfortable. And not a help with the reflux.
2) I'm drinking lactose-free milk. Which tastes even worse than regular milk. I seriously have to choke it down!
3) Lactose-free milk is expensive and now we have more milk than a dairyfarm in our fridge. I hope it doesn't start to turn... because I can't even begin to imagine how disgusting lactose-free milk will taste after it's a few days old.
YUCK!!!!
1) Lulu apparently adores milk. Whenever we get hungry, my first thought is milkshake, ice cream, or (highly creamed & sugared) Dunkin Donuts (decaf) hazelnut coffee. I guess I am calcium deficient?
2) Milk is good for you, blah blah blah. It makes Hubby happy to see me with milk in hand.
3) Milk helps (a lot) with the reflux. I've suffered from reflux for years - since freshman year of college. And as bad as it's been for me, it's never been this bad! So I swallow my Zantac150 with a glass of milk before bed.
Here are the downsides to all this dairy ingestion:
1) I'm lactose intolerant. Which might explain why I've hated milk since forever. The bloating that goes along with the dairy is just so uncomfortable. And not a help with the reflux.
2) I'm drinking lactose-free milk. Which tastes even worse than regular milk. I seriously have to choke it down!
3) Lactose-free milk is expensive and now we have more milk than a dairyfarm in our fridge. I hope it doesn't start to turn... because I can't even begin to imagine how disgusting lactose-free milk will taste after it's a few days old.
YUCK!!!!
I HATE MILK
I think milk is the yuckiest thing ever. I do love other dairy products - give me ice cream anytime! But milk on its own is the worst. And I have to drink it. Here's why:
1) Lulu apparently adores milk. Whenever we get hungry, my first thought is milkshake, ice cream, or (highly creamed & sugared) Dunkin Donuts (decaf) hazelnut coffee. I guess I am calcium deficient?
2) Milk is good for you, blah blah blah. It makes Hubby happy to see me with milk in hand.
3) Milk helps (a lot) with the reflux. I've suffered from reflux for years - since freshman year of college. And as bad as it's been for me, it's never been this bad! So I swallow my Zantac150 with a glass of milk before bed.
Here are the downsides to all this dairy ingestion:
1) I'm lactose intolerant. Which might explain why I've hated milk since forever. The bloating that goes along with the dairy is just so uncomfortable. And not a help with the reflux.
2) I'm drinking lactose-free milk. Which tastes even worse than regular milk. I seriously have to choke it down!
3) Lactose-free milk is expensive and now we have more milk than a dairyfarm in our fridge. I hope it doesn't start to turn... because I can't even begin to imagine how disgusting lactose-free milk will taste after it's a few days old.
YUCK!!!!
1) Lulu apparently adores milk. Whenever we get hungry, my first thought is milkshake, ice cream, or (highly creamed & sugared) Dunkin Donuts (decaf) hazelnut coffee. I guess I am calcium deficient?
2) Milk is good for you, blah blah blah. It makes Hubby happy to see me with milk in hand.
3) Milk helps (a lot) with the reflux. I've suffered from reflux for years - since freshman year of college. And as bad as it's been for me, it's never been this bad! So I swallow my Zantac150 with a glass of milk before bed.
Here are the downsides to all this dairy ingestion:
1) I'm lactose intolerant. Which might explain why I've hated milk since forever. The bloating that goes along with the dairy is just so uncomfortable. And not a help with the reflux.
2) I'm drinking lactose-free milk. Which tastes even worse than regular milk. I seriously have to choke it down!
3) Lactose-free milk is expensive and now we have more milk than a dairyfarm in our fridge. I hope it doesn't start to turn... because I can't even begin to imagine how disgusting lactose-free milk will taste after it's a few days old.
YUCK!!!!
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Pumpkins
I was thinking to myself last night, "Only 7 more days of work till I turn into a pumpkin!" And then I looked down at my swollen feet and enormous tummy and realized I already am a pumpkin.
I'm excited to be so close to the end. I can't wait to meet my little girl. And... I can't wait for the swelling in my ankles and hands to go down. Maybe I shouldn't complain too much; I made it 37 weeks and 1 day before I had to give up on the wedding rings and wear them as a necklace instead. That's pretty good, right?
And in other news - 7 more days of work! I have almost everything wrapped up. The few things I might work on from home are packed and ready to come home with me tonight. I just need to scrub down my desk (you should see the dust bunnies!), and then I'll feel ready to leave my happy cubicle for 12 weeks.
12 weeks! I know it won't be any vacation. But seriously, 12 weeks just for me to spend time with my little family! I really am a lucky girl.
I'm excited to be so close to the end. I can't wait to meet my little girl. And... I can't wait for the swelling in my ankles and hands to go down. Maybe I shouldn't complain too much; I made it 37 weeks and 1 day before I had to give up on the wedding rings and wear them as a necklace instead. That's pretty good, right?
And in other news - 7 more days of work! I have almost everything wrapped up. The few things I might work on from home are packed and ready to come home with me tonight. I just need to scrub down my desk (you should see the dust bunnies!), and then I'll feel ready to leave my happy cubicle for 12 weeks.
12 weeks! I know it won't be any vacation. But seriously, 12 weeks just for me to spend time with my little family! I really am a lucky girl.
Pumpkins
I was thinking to myself last night, "Only 7 more days of work till I turn into a pumpkin!" And then I looked down at my swollen feet and enormous tummy and realized I already am a pumpkin.
I'm excited to be so close to the end. I can't wait to meet my little girl. And... I can't wait for the swelling in my ankles and hands to go down. Maybe I shouldn't complain too much; I made it 37 weeks and 1 day before I had to give up on the wedding rings and wear them as a necklace instead. That's pretty good, right?
And in other news - 7 more days of work! I have almost everything wrapped up. The few things I might work on from home are packed and ready to come home with me tonight. I just need to scrub down my desk (you should see the dust bunnies!), and then I'll feel ready to leave my happy cubicle for 12 weeks.
12 weeks! I know it won't be any vacation. But seriously, 12 weeks just for me to spend time with my little family! I really am a lucky girl.
I'm excited to be so close to the end. I can't wait to meet my little girl. And... I can't wait for the swelling in my ankles and hands to go down. Maybe I shouldn't complain too much; I made it 37 weeks and 1 day before I had to give up on the wedding rings and wear them as a necklace instead. That's pretty good, right?
And in other news - 7 more days of work! I have almost everything wrapped up. The few things I might work on from home are packed and ready to come home with me tonight. I just need to scrub down my desk (you should see the dust bunnies!), and then I'll feel ready to leave my happy cubicle for 12 weeks.
12 weeks! I know it won't be any vacation. But seriously, 12 weeks just for me to spend time with my little family! I really am a lucky girl.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Success!
I slept through the night!!!
After two nights in a row of 3 hours of sleep (or less), I finally got in a good nights' rest! I went to bed at 11, and did wake up at 1, but that was to pee. Totally normal. While I was up, I had a snack (granola bar), figuring I wasn't hungry yet, but I probably would be soon.
It worked! I didn't wake up again until the alarm went off at 6:00!
After two nights in a row of 3 hours of sleep (or less), I finally got in a good nights' rest! I went to bed at 11, and did wake up at 1, but that was to pee. Totally normal. While I was up, I had a snack (granola bar), figuring I wasn't hungry yet, but I probably would be soon.
It worked! I didn't wake up again until the alarm went off at 6:00!
Success!
I slept through the night!!!
After two nights in a row of 3 hours of sleep (or less), I finally got in a good nights' rest! I went to bed at 11, and did wake up at 1, but that was to pee. Totally normal. While I was up, I had a snack (granola bar), figuring I wasn't hungry yet, but I probably would be soon.
It worked! I didn't wake up again until the alarm went off at 6:00!
After two nights in a row of 3 hours of sleep (or less), I finally got in a good nights' rest! I went to bed at 11, and did wake up at 1, but that was to pee. Totally normal. While I was up, I had a snack (granola bar), figuring I wasn't hungry yet, but I probably would be soon.
It worked! I didn't wake up again until the alarm went off at 6:00!
Monday, January 11, 2010
37 Weeks! FULL TERM!!!
Total weight gain/loss: +35 as of Friday. I'm fine with that. It's ALL in my tummy, so I'm hoping a big baby takes most of it away!
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: It was great. Till Saturday night. Lulu got hungry around 3am, and kicked me awake. I ignored it for a while (staring at the ceiling, willing myself back to sleep) until about 3:45. Then I went downstairs for a snack. And was still awake at 4:45. And this happened again last night. Even after I had a pre-bed snack, and planted snacks next to the bed. It wasn't enough. I wound up crying for a good 15 minutes while Hubby tried to calm me down. I'm not a happy camper this morning.
Best moment this week: I finished the one thing I needed to finish before Lulu arrives. It's a huge relief!
Movement: Constant. And very evil at 3am.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared. The few things I do want are dairy-based. And I'm lactose intolerant. The extreme bloating could explain the missing appetite...
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: As of Friday, I was still closed and long, but starting to soften. I had a LOT of BH contractions on Saturday, which were getting pretty uncomfortable. Still no "real" ones, but I'm starting to get an idea of what those will be like.
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sleeping through the night. Without the karate kid beating me up for a snack.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant. (hold true from last week)
Milestones: Full term baby!!! Woohoo! Lulu, you may debut anytime now. Any. Time.
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: It was great. Till Saturday night. Lulu got hungry around 3am, and kicked me awake. I ignored it for a while (staring at the ceiling, willing myself back to sleep) until about 3:45. Then I went downstairs for a snack. And was still awake at 4:45. And this happened again last night. Even after I had a pre-bed snack, and planted snacks next to the bed. It wasn't enough. I wound up crying for a good 15 minutes while Hubby tried to calm me down. I'm not a happy camper this morning.
Best moment this week: I finished the one thing I needed to finish before Lulu arrives. It's a huge relief!
Movement: Constant. And very evil at 3am.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared. The few things I do want are dairy-based. And I'm lactose intolerant. The extreme bloating could explain the missing appetite...
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: As of Friday, I was still closed and long, but starting to soften. I had a LOT of BH contractions on Saturday, which were getting pretty uncomfortable. Still no "real" ones, but I'm starting to get an idea of what those will be like.
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sleeping through the night. Without the karate kid beating me up for a snack.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant. (hold true from last week)
Milestones: Full term baby!!! Woohoo! Lulu, you may debut anytime now. Any. Time.
37 Weeks! FULL TERM!!!
Total weight gain/loss: +35 as of Friday. I'm fine with that. It's ALL in my tummy, so I'm hoping a big baby takes most of it away!
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: It was great. Till Saturday night. Lulu got hungry around 3am, and kicked me awake. I ignored it for a while (staring at the ceiling, willing myself back to sleep) until about 3:45. Then I went downstairs for a snack. And was still awake at 4:45. And this happened again last night. Even after I had a pre-bed snack, and planted snacks next to the bed. It wasn't enough. I wound up crying for a good 15 minutes while Hubby tried to calm me down. I'm not a happy camper this morning.
Best moment this week: I finished the one thing I needed to finish before Lulu arrives. It's a huge relief!
Movement: Constant. And very evil at 3am.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared. The few things I do want are dairy-based. And I'm lactose intolerant. The extreme bloating could explain the missing appetite...
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: As of Friday, I was still closed and long, but starting to soften. I had a LOT of BH contractions on Saturday, which were getting pretty uncomfortable. Still no "real" ones, but I'm starting to get an idea of what those will be like.
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sleeping through the night. Without the karate kid beating me up for a snack.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant. (hold true from last week)
Milestones: Full term baby!!! Woohoo! Lulu, you may debut anytime now. Any. Time.
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: It was great. Till Saturday night. Lulu got hungry around 3am, and kicked me awake. I ignored it for a while (staring at the ceiling, willing myself back to sleep) until about 3:45. Then I went downstairs for a snack. And was still awake at 4:45. And this happened again last night. Even after I had a pre-bed snack, and planted snacks next to the bed. It wasn't enough. I wound up crying for a good 15 minutes while Hubby tried to calm me down. I'm not a happy camper this morning.
Best moment this week: I finished the one thing I needed to finish before Lulu arrives. It's a huge relief!
Movement: Constant. And very evil at 3am.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared. The few things I do want are dairy-based. And I'm lactose intolerant. The extreme bloating could explain the missing appetite...
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: As of Friday, I was still closed and long, but starting to soften. I had a LOT of BH contractions on Saturday, which were getting pretty uncomfortable. Still no "real" ones, but I'm starting to get an idea of what those will be like.
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sleeping through the night. Without the karate kid beating me up for a snack.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant. (hold true from last week)
Milestones: Full term baby!!! Woohoo! Lulu, you may debut anytime now. Any. Time.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Done.
I emailed the paper of doom at 3:35 this afternoon. I didn't proofread... I'm just praying there weren't any truly ridiculous typos.
Done.
I emailed the paper of doom at 3:35 this afternoon. I didn't proofread... I'm just praying there weren't any truly ridiculous typos.
A goal no more
If you'll look to the right --->
You will notice that I added a goal/to-do list. And number one on that list just hit panic mode.
I've had an email from the professor. She needs the paper TODAY. I was going to work on it all day yesterday. But then our friends needed an emergency babysitter. Hubby was out of town, so it was just me, Girly and Baby Jay.
As adorable as the baby is, he would not let me put him down. I got nothing accomplished on the paper until his parents could pick him up at 10:00 last night.
I worked my butt off from 10:00 till 1:00. At that point, my back hurt so much from holding a 4 month old that I couldn't sit at the computer anymore. So I crawled into bed, only to see 3:00 am far to soon. Lulu was hungry, and wasn't going to let me brush her off for sleep. I finally gave in around 4:15 and grabbed a snack downstairs. I swear, some of her kicks were so hard, I actually did worry I was going into labor. (I still don't know: Can you feel them kick during a contraction??) And I even did have at least one closer to real contraction. Blame it on the fatigue and stress.
So here it is, 8:30 am, and I'm sitting back at the computer with a tired back and left arm, attempting to write 9 more pages, format a bibliography, and add citations by this afternoon.
Here are the two silver linings to this situation:
1) I got some great practice with an infant. And OMG they really are needy. Eye opener for sure.
2) Once this paper is handed, Lulu can come whenever she wants. Yes, I have those other goals. But those ones truly are goals! I don't have a grade riding on anything else!
You will notice that I added a goal/to-do list. And number one on that list just hit panic mode.
I've had an email from the professor. She needs the paper TODAY. I was going to work on it all day yesterday. But then our friends needed an emergency babysitter. Hubby was out of town, so it was just me, Girly and Baby Jay.
As adorable as the baby is, he would not let me put him down. I got nothing accomplished on the paper until his parents could pick him up at 10:00 last night.
I worked my butt off from 10:00 till 1:00. At that point, my back hurt so much from holding a 4 month old that I couldn't sit at the computer anymore. So I crawled into bed, only to see 3:00 am far to soon. Lulu was hungry, and wasn't going to let me brush her off for sleep. I finally gave in around 4:15 and grabbed a snack downstairs. I swear, some of her kicks were so hard, I actually did worry I was going into labor. (I still don't know: Can you feel them kick during a contraction??) And I even did have at least one closer to real contraction. Blame it on the fatigue and stress.
So here it is, 8:30 am, and I'm sitting back at the computer with a tired back and left arm, attempting to write 9 more pages, format a bibliography, and add citations by this afternoon.
Here are the two silver linings to this situation:
1) I got some great practice with an infant. And OMG they really are needy. Eye opener for sure.
2) Once this paper is handed, Lulu can come whenever she wants. Yes, I have those other goals. But those ones truly are goals! I don't have a grade riding on anything else!
A goal no more
If you'll look to the right --->
You will notice that I added a goal/to-do list. And number one on that list just hit panic mode.
I've had an email from the professor. She needs the paper TODAY. I was going to work on it all day yesterday. But then our friends needed an emergency babysitter. Hubby was out of town, so it was just me, Girly and Baby Jay.
As adorable as the baby is, he would not let me put him down. I got nothing accomplished on the paper until his parents could pick him up at 10:00 last night.
I worked my butt off from 10:00 till 1:00. At that point, my back hurt so much from holding a 4 month old that I couldn't sit at the computer anymore. So I crawled into bed, only to see 3:00 am far to soon. Lulu was hungry, and wasn't going to let me brush her off for sleep. I finally gave in around 4:15 and grabbed a snack downstairs. I swear, some of her kicks were so hard, I actually did worry I was going into labor. (I still don't know: Can you feel them kick during a contraction??) And I even did have at least one closer to real contraction. Blame it on the fatigue and stress.
So here it is, 8:30 am, and I'm sitting back at the computer with a tired back and left arm, attempting to write 9 more pages, format a bibliography, and add citations by this afternoon.
Here are the two silver linings to this situation:
1) I got some great practice with an infant. And OMG they really are needy. Eye opener for sure.
2) Once this paper is handed, Lulu can come whenever she wants. Yes, I have those other goals. But those ones truly are goals! I don't have a grade riding on anything else!
You will notice that I added a goal/to-do list. And number one on that list just hit panic mode.
I've had an email from the professor. She needs the paper TODAY. I was going to work on it all day yesterday. But then our friends needed an emergency babysitter. Hubby was out of town, so it was just me, Girly and Baby Jay.
As adorable as the baby is, he would not let me put him down. I got nothing accomplished on the paper until his parents could pick him up at 10:00 last night.
I worked my butt off from 10:00 till 1:00. At that point, my back hurt so much from holding a 4 month old that I couldn't sit at the computer anymore. So I crawled into bed, only to see 3:00 am far to soon. Lulu was hungry, and wasn't going to let me brush her off for sleep. I finally gave in around 4:15 and grabbed a snack downstairs. I swear, some of her kicks were so hard, I actually did worry I was going into labor. (I still don't know: Can you feel them kick during a contraction??) And I even did have at least one closer to real contraction. Blame it on the fatigue and stress.
So here it is, 8:30 am, and I'm sitting back at the computer with a tired back and left arm, attempting to write 9 more pages, format a bibliography, and add citations by this afternoon.
Here are the two silver linings to this situation:
1) I got some great practice with an infant. And OMG they really are needy. Eye opener for sure.
2) Once this paper is handed, Lulu can come whenever she wants. Yes, I have those other goals. But those ones truly are goals! I don't have a grade riding on anything else!
Saturday, January 9, 2010
The good and bad
I'm babysitting for our dear friends this afternoon. Baby Jay is as easy as he is adorable! I'm trying not to get my hopes up for Lulu...
So the good news? Girly LOVES Baby Jay.
The bad news? She won't leave him alone!
So the good news? Girly LOVES Baby Jay.
The bad news? She won't leave him alone!
The good and bad
I'm babysitting for our dear friends this afternoon. Baby Jay is as easy as he is adorable! I'm trying not to get my hopes up for Lulu...
So the good news? Girly LOVES Baby Jay.
The bad news? She won't leave him alone!
So the good news? Girly LOVES Baby Jay.
The bad news? She won't leave him alone!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Progress?
That would be none. I had my appointment this morning, eagerly anticipating the internal exam to see if anything had happened.
Still long. Still closed ("I could probably stick a finger in there, but I don't think it would be very comfortable" says the doctor as my face is already screwed up in discomfort...). A little softening, but I don't even know what that means!
Guess we're stepping up the regimen of spicy food and sex this weekend!
Still long. Still closed ("I could probably stick a finger in there, but I don't think it would be very comfortable" says the doctor as my face is already screwed up in discomfort...). A little softening, but I don't even know what that means!
Guess we're stepping up the regimen of spicy food and sex this weekend!
Progress?
That would be none. I had my appointment this morning, eagerly anticipating the internal exam to see if anything had happened.
Still long. Still closed ("I could probably stick a finger in there, but I don't think it would be very comfortable" says the doctor as my face is already screwed up in discomfort...). A little softening, but I don't even know what that means!
Guess we're stepping up the regimen of spicy food and sex this weekend!
Still long. Still closed ("I could probably stick a finger in there, but I don't think it would be very comfortable" says the doctor as my face is already screwed up in discomfort...). A little softening, but I don't even know what that means!
Guess we're stepping up the regimen of spicy food and sex this weekend!
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Nesting
No, I have not started cleaning my house like some sort of deranged germaphobe neat-freak (no offense to anyone!). I mean, I've been trying to be tidier. I've had spurts where I've gone nutty over bleaching the kitchen. And my cubicle at work is neat as a pin. But I have not yet experienced that pregnant phenomenon known as "nesting."
I have experienced nesting of a different sort. That of actually creating a little nest for myself in bed each night. I can truly tell you how it feels to be Big Bird, all cuddled in for the night in his nest on Sesame Street. Every night I build a little nest of my own.
I start with my "special" pillow on top of a regular pillow for my head. I got my special pillow when I was little. Call me crazy for sleeping with a decades old feather pillow, but it's just right for me. This makes a nice little cloud for my head.
Next, I shove a big, fat, puffy pillow under the covers. This one goes in between my knees. I'm really not sure how I slept without it before I was pregnant! It might just be a permanent fixture in my bed...
I add a small bolster, courtesy of the guest bed. This one lines up parallel with my back as I start off the night on my left side. It makes a great support in case I try to roll onto my back. It also just makes me feel all snug and secure. The bolster serves another purpose as it makes up for the serious sag toward the middle of the bed!
The final pillow is a brand new feather pillow (given by Hubby with thoughts of replacing the special one. He doesn't get it), which is very plush and poofy. This pillow is the coup de grace of my little nest. I hug this pillow tight into my body, with just a little tucked under my tummy for support. And sometimes around my boobs to support them too. This big, puffy pillow makes me feel completely snugged in for the night.
I have always heard that it's impossible to sleep during the last trimester. Maybe I'm jinxing myself by saying this, but I have not found this to be the case. With my little nest of pillows, I am sleeping better than ever before. Which is great, because I hear I'll need all the rest I can get pretty soon!
I have experienced nesting of a different sort. That of actually creating a little nest for myself in bed each night. I can truly tell you how it feels to be Big Bird, all cuddled in for the night in his nest on Sesame Street. Every night I build a little nest of my own.
I start with my "special" pillow on top of a regular pillow for my head. I got my special pillow when I was little. Call me crazy for sleeping with a decades old feather pillow, but it's just right for me. This makes a nice little cloud for my head.
Next, I shove a big, fat, puffy pillow under the covers. This one goes in between my knees. I'm really not sure how I slept without it before I was pregnant! It might just be a permanent fixture in my bed...
I add a small bolster, courtesy of the guest bed. This one lines up parallel with my back as I start off the night on my left side. It makes a great support in case I try to roll onto my back. It also just makes me feel all snug and secure. The bolster serves another purpose as it makes up for the serious sag toward the middle of the bed!
The final pillow is a brand new feather pillow (given by Hubby with thoughts of replacing the special one. He doesn't get it), which is very plush and poofy. This pillow is the coup de grace of my little nest. I hug this pillow tight into my body, with just a little tucked under my tummy for support. And sometimes around my boobs to support them too. This big, puffy pillow makes me feel completely snugged in for the night.
I have always heard that it's impossible to sleep during the last trimester. Maybe I'm jinxing myself by saying this, but I have not found this to be the case. With my little nest of pillows, I am sleeping better than ever before. Which is great, because I hear I'll need all the rest I can get pretty soon!
Nesting
No, I have not started cleaning my house like some sort of deranged germaphobe neat-freak (no offense to anyone!). I mean, I've been trying to be tidier. I've had spurts where I've gone nutty over bleaching the kitchen. And my cubicle at work is neat as a pin. But I have not yet experienced that pregnant phenomenon known as "nesting."
I have experienced nesting of a different sort. That of actually creating a little nest for myself in bed each night. I can truly tell you how it feels to be Big Bird, all cuddled in for the night in his nest on Sesame Street. Every night I build a little nest of my own.
I start with my "special" pillow on top of a regular pillow for my head. I got my special pillow when I was little. Call me crazy for sleeping with a decades old feather pillow, but it's just right for me. This makes a nice little cloud for my head.
Next, I shove a big, fat, puffy pillow under the covers. This one goes in between my knees. I'm really not sure how I slept without it before I was pregnant! It might just be a permanent fixture in my bed...
I add a small bolster, courtesy of the guest bed. This one lines up parallel with my back as I start off the night on my left side. It makes a great support in case I try to roll onto my back. It also just makes me feel all snug and secure. The bolster serves another purpose as it makes up for the serious sag toward the middle of the bed!
The final pillow is a brand new feather pillow (given by Hubby with thoughts of replacing the special one. He doesn't get it), which is very plush and poofy. This pillow is the coup de grace of my little nest. I hug this pillow tight into my body, with just a little tucked under my tummy for support. And sometimes around my boobs to support them too. This big, puffy pillow makes me feel completely snugged in for the night.
I have always heard that it's impossible to sleep during the last trimester. Maybe I'm jinxing myself by saying this, but I have not found this to be the case. With my little nest of pillows, I am sleeping better than ever before. Which is great, because I hear I'll need all the rest I can get pretty soon!
I have experienced nesting of a different sort. That of actually creating a little nest for myself in bed each night. I can truly tell you how it feels to be Big Bird, all cuddled in for the night in his nest on Sesame Street. Every night I build a little nest of my own.
I start with my "special" pillow on top of a regular pillow for my head. I got my special pillow when I was little. Call me crazy for sleeping with a decades old feather pillow, but it's just right for me. This makes a nice little cloud for my head.
Next, I shove a big, fat, puffy pillow under the covers. This one goes in between my knees. I'm really not sure how I slept without it before I was pregnant! It might just be a permanent fixture in my bed...
I add a small bolster, courtesy of the guest bed. This one lines up parallel with my back as I start off the night on my left side. It makes a great support in case I try to roll onto my back. It also just makes me feel all snug and secure. The bolster serves another purpose as it makes up for the serious sag toward the middle of the bed!
The final pillow is a brand new feather pillow (given by Hubby with thoughts of replacing the special one. He doesn't get it), which is very plush and poofy. This pillow is the coup de grace of my little nest. I hug this pillow tight into my body, with just a little tucked under my tummy for support. And sometimes around my boobs to support them too. This big, puffy pillow makes me feel completely snugged in for the night.
I have always heard that it's impossible to sleep during the last trimester. Maybe I'm jinxing myself by saying this, but I have not found this to be the case. With my little nest of pillows, I am sleeping better than ever before. Which is great, because I hear I'll need all the rest I can get pretty soon!
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
So Many Questions!
I suddenly realized that I have a lot of questions about labor... and here I was thinking I was pretty well informed! If there are any labor-experienced moms out there, please let me know if you can answer any of these!
Are babies unusually active right before labor? (like, OMG when did she start doing back handsprings in there?! What did I eat? What's going on???)
Do babies get unusually quiet before labor? I realize this is the opposite of above (which is what I'm going through), but you never know.
Does the baby kick and punch during labor? Will I feel her, or just the contractions?
Do contractions have to be crampy, or can they be more pressure-like? (ie, have I had any "real" ones, or am I still on the Braxton-Hicks?)
If I'm particularly nauseous (a current states) with no appetite, does that mean that things will be starting soon?
IS THIS ALL JUST WISHFUL THINKING???
It's funny, I actually need Lulu to stay put for a little longer. I have too much schoolwork to finish before she arrives! Not to mention a few social obligations (which, obviously, are not mandatory, but more just for fun). And that we still need to have the car seats installed in both cars! So much to do... but then, I have some serious senioritis going on (see yesterday's post), and am just done. Done with school. Done with work. Done with all obligations that aren't directly related to my Little Lulu!
Are babies unusually active right before labor? (like, OMG when did she start doing back handsprings in there?! What did I eat? What's going on???)
Do babies get unusually quiet before labor? I realize this is the opposite of above (which is what I'm going through), but you never know.
Does the baby kick and punch during labor? Will I feel her, or just the contractions?
Do contractions have to be crampy, or can they be more pressure-like? (ie, have I had any "real" ones, or am I still on the Braxton-Hicks?)
If I'm particularly nauseous (a current states) with no appetite, does that mean that things will be starting soon?
IS THIS ALL JUST WISHFUL THINKING???
It's funny, I actually need Lulu to stay put for a little longer. I have too much schoolwork to finish before she arrives! Not to mention a few social obligations (which, obviously, are not mandatory, but more just for fun). And that we still need to have the car seats installed in both cars! So much to do... but then, I have some serious senioritis going on (see yesterday's post), and am just done. Done with school. Done with work. Done with all obligations that aren't directly related to my Little Lulu!
So Many Questions!
I suddenly realized that I have a lot of questions about labor... and here I was thinking I was pretty well informed! If there are any labor-experienced moms out there, please let me know if you can answer any of these!
Are babies unusually active right before labor? (like, OMG when did she start doing back handsprings in there?! What did I eat? What's going on???)
Do babies get unusually quiet before labor? I realize this is the opposite of above (which is what I'm going through), but you never know.
Does the baby kick and punch during labor? Will I feel her, or just the contractions?
Do contractions have to be crampy, or can they be more pressure-like? (ie, have I had any "real" ones, or am I still on the Braxton-Hicks?)
If I'm particularly nauseous (a current states) with no appetite, does that mean that things will be starting soon?
IS THIS ALL JUST WISHFUL THINKING???
It's funny, I actually need Lulu to stay put for a little longer. I have too much schoolwork to finish before she arrives! Not to mention a few social obligations (which, obviously, are not mandatory, but more just for fun). And that we still need to have the car seats installed in both cars! So much to do... but then, I have some serious senioritis going on (see yesterday's post), and am just done. Done with school. Done with work. Done with all obligations that aren't directly related to my Little Lulu!
Are babies unusually active right before labor? (like, OMG when did she start doing back handsprings in there?! What did I eat? What's going on???)
Do babies get unusually quiet before labor? I realize this is the opposite of above (which is what I'm going through), but you never know.
Does the baby kick and punch during labor? Will I feel her, or just the contractions?
Do contractions have to be crampy, or can they be more pressure-like? (ie, have I had any "real" ones, or am I still on the Braxton-Hicks?)
If I'm particularly nauseous (a current states) with no appetite, does that mean that things will be starting soon?
IS THIS ALL JUST WISHFUL THINKING???
It's funny, I actually need Lulu to stay put for a little longer. I have too much schoolwork to finish before she arrives! Not to mention a few social obligations (which, obviously, are not mandatory, but more just for fun). And that we still need to have the car seats installed in both cars! So much to do... but then, I have some serious senioritis going on (see yesterday's post), and am just done. Done with school. Done with work. Done with all obligations that aren't directly related to my Little Lulu!
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Time
When I first got pregnant, everyone told me:
"The weeks and months will just fly by... until you get to the last four weeks!"
And of course I didn't believe them! Why would I? My pregnancy was going to be a wonderful experience, full of wonderment and happiness. In short, I would be perfect.
At 36 weeks, 2 days, I can now honestly say that the weeks really did fly by. I can't believe that we're already through Summer and Fall... and that we're already into 2010. What happened to the sunshine? What happened to the changing leaves? WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOLIDAYS?? Apparently, I was too involved with baby baking to notice any of this.
And now time has come to a screeching halt. Those other people were totally right.
"The weeks and months will just fly by... until you get to the last four weeks!"
And of course I didn't believe them! Why would I? My pregnancy was going to be a wonderful experience, full of wonderment and happiness. In short, I would be perfect.
At 36 weeks, 2 days, I can now honestly say that the weeks really did fly by. I can't believe that we're already through Summer and Fall... and that we're already into 2010. What happened to the sunshine? What happened to the changing leaves? WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOLIDAYS?? Apparently, I was too involved with baby baking to notice any of this.
And now time has come to a screeching halt. Those other people were totally right.
Time
When I first got pregnant, everyone told me:
"The weeks and months will just fly by... until you get to the last four weeks!"
And of course I didn't believe them! Why would I? My pregnancy was going to be a wonderful experience, full of wonderment and happiness. In short, I would be perfect.
At 36 weeks, 2 days, I can now honestly say that the weeks really did fly by. I can't believe that we're already through Summer and Fall... and that we're already into 2010. What happened to the sunshine? What happened to the changing leaves? WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOLIDAYS?? Apparently, I was too involved with baby baking to notice any of this.
And now time has come to a screeching halt. Those other people were totally right.
"The weeks and months will just fly by... until you get to the last four weeks!"
And of course I didn't believe them! Why would I? My pregnancy was going to be a wonderful experience, full of wonderment and happiness. In short, I would be perfect.
At 36 weeks, 2 days, I can now honestly say that the weeks really did fly by. I can't believe that we're already through Summer and Fall... and that we're already into 2010. What happened to the sunshine? What happened to the changing leaves? WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HOLIDAYS?? Apparently, I was too involved with baby baking to notice any of this.
And now time has come to a screeching halt. Those other people were totally right.
Monday, January 4, 2010
It really bugs me
When people ask:
Are you ready?!
How could I ever be ready for the biggest, most important and wonderful thing to ever happen in my life? No! Of course I'm not ready!
In the smaller sense of the word, Lulu's room is ready. The laundry is DONE. The bags are packed. We need to install the carseat, but really, that's not a big thing. So I guess we are prepared for her arrival...
And in another sense, I am totally uncomfortable. I can't breath. I have no appetite. I can't wait to meet my little girl and see what she looks like. I want to see the little personality that has been kicking the crap out of my insides for the last 9 months! So I guess I am a little ready...
But as far as being able to fathom the way my life is about to completely and utterly change??
I AM NOT READY!
Are you ready?!
How could I ever be ready for the biggest, most important and wonderful thing to ever happen in my life? No! Of course I'm not ready!
In the smaller sense of the word, Lulu's room is ready. The laundry is DONE. The bags are packed. We need to install the carseat, but really, that's not a big thing. So I guess we are prepared for her arrival...
And in another sense, I am totally uncomfortable. I can't breath. I have no appetite. I can't wait to meet my little girl and see what she looks like. I want to see the little personality that has been kicking the crap out of my insides for the last 9 months! So I guess I am a little ready...
But as far as being able to fathom the way my life is about to completely and utterly change??
I AM NOT READY!
It really bugs me
When people ask:
Are you ready?!
How could I ever be ready for the biggest, most important and wonderful thing to ever happen in my life? No! Of course I'm not ready!
In the smaller sense of the word, Lulu's room is ready. The laundry is DONE. The bags are packed. We need to install the carseat, but really, that's not a big thing. So I guess we are prepared for her arrival...
And in another sense, I am totally uncomfortable. I can't breath. I have no appetite. I can't wait to meet my little girl and see what she looks like. I want to see the little personality that has been kicking the crap out of my insides for the last 9 months! So I guess I am a little ready...
But as far as being able to fathom the way my life is about to completely and utterly change??
I AM NOT READY!
Are you ready?!
How could I ever be ready for the biggest, most important and wonderful thing to ever happen in my life? No! Of course I'm not ready!
In the smaller sense of the word, Lulu's room is ready. The laundry is DONE. The bags are packed. We need to install the carseat, but really, that's not a big thing. So I guess we are prepared for her arrival...
And in another sense, I am totally uncomfortable. I can't breath. I have no appetite. I can't wait to meet my little girl and see what she looks like. I want to see the little personality that has been kicking the crap out of my insides for the last 9 months! So I guess I am a little ready...
But as far as being able to fathom the way my life is about to completely and utterly change??
I AM NOT READY!
Sunday, January 3, 2010
36 Weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: Don't care (did I really ever?)
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: Really good the last few days. Too bad I'm still tired when I wake up!
Best moment this week: Hubby. He gave me a hug and said, "You are going to be a great mom." It was just what I needed to hear.
Movement: Constant. I'm fidgety and Hubby's hyper, so I would expect nothing less.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: A lot of pressure in my exit area, and more frequent (and stronger!) Braxton-Hicks. I've also started eating spicy and having LOTS of sex... Let's hope that gets things moving!
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sitting comfortably for a full day.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant.
Milestones: We made it to 2010! For whatever reason, I didn't want to have Lulu in December. And all through December, I was happy to say, "Nope! Not ready to meet her yet!" I swear, the second the clock struck midnight, I changed my tune to "Let's get this show on the road!" Realistically, I'd like Lulu to wait a little longer... I'd really love to meet her January 25th! After my last day of work, but before I lose a whole week of leave just sitting at home!
Weekly appointments start this week (on Friday), so we can add a weekly how far has MidAtlantic Mommy progressed column!
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: Really good the last few days. Too bad I'm still tired when I wake up!
Best moment this week: Hubby. He gave me a hug and said, "You are going to be a great mom." It was just what I needed to hear.
Movement: Constant. I'm fidgety and Hubby's hyper, so I would expect nothing less.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: A lot of pressure in my exit area, and more frequent (and stronger!) Braxton-Hicks. I've also started eating spicy and having LOTS of sex... Let's hope that gets things moving!
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sitting comfortably for a full day.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant.
Milestones: We made it to 2010! For whatever reason, I didn't want to have Lulu in December. And all through December, I was happy to say, "Nope! Not ready to meet her yet!" I swear, the second the clock struck midnight, I changed my tune to "Let's get this show on the road!" Realistically, I'd like Lulu to wait a little longer... I'd really love to meet her January 25th! After my last day of work, but before I lose a whole week of leave just sitting at home!
Weekly appointments start this week (on Friday), so we can add a weekly how far has MidAtlantic Mommy progressed column!
36 Weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: Don't care (did I really ever?)
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: Really good the last few days. Too bad I'm still tired when I wake up!
Best moment this week: Hubby. He gave me a hug and said, "You are going to be a great mom." It was just what I needed to hear.
Movement: Constant. I'm fidgety and Hubby's hyper, so I would expect nothing less.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: A lot of pressure in my exit area, and more frequent (and stronger!) Braxton-Hicks. I've also started eating spicy and having LOTS of sex... Let's hope that gets things moving!
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sitting comfortably for a full day.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant.
Milestones: We made it to 2010! For whatever reason, I didn't want to have Lulu in December. And all through December, I was happy to say, "Nope! Not ready to meet her yet!" I swear, the second the clock struck midnight, I changed my tune to "Let's get this show on the road!" Realistically, I'd like Lulu to wait a little longer... I'd really love to meet her January 25th! After my last day of work, but before I lose a whole week of leave just sitting at home!
Weekly appointments start this week (on Friday), so we can add a weekly how far has MidAtlantic Mommy progressed column!
Maternity clothes? I wish I could wear my velour sweatsuit everyday.
Sleep: Really good the last few days. Too bad I'm still tired when I wake up!
Best moment this week: Hubby. He gave me a hug and said, "You are going to be a great mom." It was just what I needed to hear.
Movement: Constant. I'm fidgety and Hubby's hyper, so I would expect nothing less.
Food cravings: Not much... my appetite has disappeared.
Gender: GIRL!!!
Labor signs: A lot of pressure in my exit area, and more frequent (and stronger!) Braxton-Hicks. I've also started eating spicy and having LOTS of sex... Let's hope that gets things moving!
Belly button? Out, but still oddly shaped.
What I miss: Sitting comfortably for a full day.
Weekly wisdom: Yes, there will come a day when you are just done with being pregnant.
Milestones: We made it to 2010! For whatever reason, I didn't want to have Lulu in December. And all through December, I was happy to say, "Nope! Not ready to meet her yet!" I swear, the second the clock struck midnight, I changed my tune to "Let's get this show on the road!" Realistically, I'd like Lulu to wait a little longer... I'd really love to meet her January 25th! After my last day of work, but before I lose a whole week of leave just sitting at home!
Weekly appointments start this week (on Friday), so we can add a weekly how far has MidAtlantic Mommy progressed column!
Friday, January 1, 2010
Holy Cow!
I am going to be a mommy... THIS YEAR!
We are mere weeks away from meeting our precious Lulu, and now I can officially say, "I CAN'T WAIT!!!"
I've avoided using that exact phrase for the last 36 weeks, not wanting Lulu to come to soon. Now, as I huff and puff like an asthmatic and pray for my food to go down without heartburn, I am ready to meet my little girl. Any day now, sweetheart (besides, I already know you are huge...)!!
And so, let us start off 2010 with some spicy food and even spicier relations!
We are mere weeks away from meeting our precious Lulu, and now I can officially say, "I CAN'T WAIT!!!"
I've avoided using that exact phrase for the last 36 weeks, not wanting Lulu to come to soon. Now, as I huff and puff like an asthmatic and pray for my food to go down without heartburn, I am ready to meet my little girl. Any day now, sweetheart (besides, I already know you are huge...)!!
And so, let us start off 2010 with some spicy food and even spicier relations!
Holy Cow!
I am going to be a mommy... THIS YEAR!
We are mere weeks away from meeting our precious Lulu, and now I can officially say, "I CAN'T WAIT!!!"
I've avoided using that exact phrase for the last 36 weeks, not wanting Lulu to come to soon. Now, as I huff and puff like an asthmatic and pray for my food to go down without heartburn, I am ready to meet my little girl. Any day now, sweetheart (besides, I already know you are huge...)!!
And so, let us start off 2010 with some spicy food and even spicier relations!
We are mere weeks away from meeting our precious Lulu, and now I can officially say, "I CAN'T WAIT!!!"
I've avoided using that exact phrase for the last 36 weeks, not wanting Lulu to come to soon. Now, as I huff and puff like an asthmatic and pray for my food to go down without heartburn, I am ready to meet my little girl. Any day now, sweetheart (besides, I already know you are huge...)!!
And so, let us start off 2010 with some spicy food and even spicier relations!
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