More Shots....

This morning I had my gestational diabetes test and received my RoGram shot in the tushie. Those of you who know my really well, know that I am really scared and get really anxious when it comes to receiving shots. I felt really good this morning, doing positive self talk and preparing myself for the procedures. I get to the hospital, gave my blood work and drank my sugary fruit punch. I had so many people tell me how awful the drink was going to be and telling me not to throw it up. When it came down to it, it was tolerable and not so bad. I need to stop listening to other people. Why do people like telling negative comments is beyond me. Anyway after an hour of waiting more blood was drawn. So hopefully as a result I will show a negative for gestational diabetes and will have no further testing.
After that procedure was finished, I went up to the maternity ward to receive my RoGram shot. The nurse was aware that I was nervous and she goes on to tell me not to jerk because the needle may come out and she will have to start again. I think that just pumped up my nerves even more. So I get into the room and as she is pinching my skin I start to panic and asked to to wait a minute as I broke into tears. I think I made her so nervous that she had me lye in bed and talked with me for a minute before giving me the shot. She was afraid that I may faint. After it was finished, it was no big deal. Actually I hardly felt a thing and my arms were the ones that were tender from giving blood verses my tushie. I tried so hard not to become upset, but I just can't help crying when I feel scared and anxious.
On Sunday, that just pasted, David and I went to our birthing class. The class went really well. There was a lot of good information given and the nurses that facilitated the class were layed back and fun to be with. My favorite part of the class was the tour of the maternity ward. The hospital had recently remodel the ward and it looks so warm and cozy for the patients. It really makes you excited for the baby to come. It makes me think that I am now in my 29th weeks along with 11 more weeks to come. It is going by so fast. Our baby girl is going to be here in no time. I can't wait to see her and hold her. David and I still haven't agreed upon a name for the baby and when we do, we have decided not to share it with everyone until her arrival. We want it to be a surprise.
Things are still going well and we are continuing to move forward with the extension with the house hoping to start sometime next month.

28 Weeks

I cannot believe I have 12 weeks left until our arrival. It is so very exciting and scary all at the same time. I had my monthly check up yesterday and everything is going very well. The baby’s heart rate is normal, the measurement of my belly is normal and my weight gain is within the recommended range. Next week I get to have some blood work done to check for gestational diabetes. I have to say I am not looking forward to that. First, I hate needles and I am hoping there is a good phlebotomist on that day. I have to drink this syrup like beverage, wait an hour and have more blood drawn. I don’t really tolerate supper sweet foods/beverages very well, so I am hoping to keep it all down or else we have to start the whole process over again. On top of that, I get to receive a shot of Rhogam in the tushie because of my blood type. Terrified!!! That is all I have to say…Terrified. I am looking forward to an ultrasound; however, that will happen closer to the end of the pregnancy.
I also talked about my concern of labor and how scared I am of the process that is to come. I wanted to get some information of different kinds of pain management. Of course, I get emotional about it because I am scared. My doctor was so wonderful. He was very reassuring and helped me feel more confident.
Overall, I am feeling pretty good. I just got over a cold. That was no fun. When you are sneezing and coughing with a big belly that gives no leave way, it can be very uncomfortable and at times hurt from the straining. Thankfully, it only lasted a couple of days. One of the best things to use while you are pregnant and/or have a cold is the breathe right strips. They open up your pathways so you can breathe throughout the night getting a good nights rest.
David and I have been planning to put an extension to the house, so we have an upstairs that will include a master bedroom, a baby’s room, full bathroom, and bonus room. We have the plans drawn up and are looking into what the cost will be. Hopefully we can start our project in May. I am really looking forward to the end result.