Two more weeks left…maybe. I had my check-up with the doctor yesterday and again, I’m doing great with blood pressure and weight gain. The baby’s heart rate is within normal range; 140’s. He did check to see if I had dilated further. I’m still 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced. He said that he can feel her head and that my cervix continues to soften. I was really hoping for further progress, like maybe being taken out of work due to further dilation. I really don’t want to start using my leave until it is necessary. Therefore, I will just have to wait. Soon enough.
David and I will be able to start painting the baby’s room this weekend. I’m looking forward to that. David has the master bedroom almost finished with the dry wall, so he will be taping and mudding this weekend. His dad is suppose to visit to help him finish the electrical work so we can continue with the living room. Slowly but surely things are progressing. We have the car seat ready for her arrival. I can’t believe how heavy that sucker is. David put the stroller together last night and I love it. My parents will be up to visit this weekend to bring the pack-n-play and dresser that goes with the crib. All these cool toys for me. I can’t wait to start putting things into place.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
37 Weeks Along
I had an ultrasound done yesterday, 5/19/09, to check the growth of the baby. It was so cool seeing her. David and I are definitely having a girl. She has some hair already. She approximately weighs 7 pounds and 10 oz give or take a pound. The cool part was watching her heart beating, all four chambers working and pumping away. I can’t believe I have this little person inside of me and that she will be with us very soon. She is still in position squished down with her hands in front of her face. It almost looked like she was sucking her thumb.
I had my check-up with the doctor today, 5/20/09. I was in and out in no time. Again, I’m doing great with blood pressure and weight gain. The baby’s heart rate is within normal range; 130’s. He did check to see if I had dilated further. I’m still 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced. He said that he can feel her head and that my cervix is loosening. So we shall see next week, if I have progressed any further.
Last night as I was driving home from work, I noticed a new feeling for about an hour off and on. It felt like my stomach had tightened for periods of time. She continued to be active moving around throughout this time frame. Some of the girls at work said I could have been feeling Braxton Hicks. I didn’t feel any pain; it was just a very different feeling.
Things are still progressing with the house. David has the baby’s room dry wall up and the taping and putty will be done hopefully this evening, just the first coat. I have her paint already to go. My brother and his wife will be coming up next week to help paint…so very grateful for that.
I had my check-up with the doctor today, 5/20/09. I was in and out in no time. Again, I’m doing great with blood pressure and weight gain. The baby’s heart rate is within normal range; 130’s. He did check to see if I had dilated further. I’m still 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced. He said that he can feel her head and that my cervix is loosening. So we shall see next week, if I have progressed any further.
Last night as I was driving home from work, I noticed a new feeling for about an hour off and on. It felt like my stomach had tightened for periods of time. She continued to be active moving around throughout this time frame. Some of the girls at work said I could have been feeling Braxton Hicks. I didn’t feel any pain; it was just a very different feeling.
Things are still progressing with the house. David has the baby’s room dry wall up and the taping and putty will be done hopefully this evening, just the first coat. I have her paint already to go. My brother and his wife will be coming up next week to help paint…so very grateful for that.
Friday, May 15, 2009
9 Month Check Up
I had my 9-month check up this past Wednesday and it went great!!! The baby’s heart rate continues to be good around 150, my blood pressure is normal, my weight is in check, and everything I am experiencing is normal, ex: the swelling and tenderness of the feet. This visit took a little bit longer due to having an examine done. I have found out that I am already 2cm dilated and 50 % effaced. SO EXCITED!!!! I realize I could be this way for a couple of weeks, but there is a chance she could come early. I have an ultrasound scheduled for next Tuesday to figure the size of her. Love ultrasounds. The last one I had was New Years Eve, so it will be amazing to see her again before delivery. When I told David that the baby has started moving her way down, it took him a minute to realize that we really don’t have that much time left. He has been spending the evenings getting the upstairs ready. Mom and Dad are visiting on Sunday to help with the house and are going to bring everything from the shower with them in hopes that next week I can start putting some of her things away.
I have been resting more this past week and a half. I will usually lay down for about an hour prior to sweeping the floor and making dinner. That helps a lot. Working a full day is very tiring these day, especially working with psychiatric patients. I’m losing patience with them. I’ll be glad to be out of work for 11 ½ weeks. I know it won’t be much of a break; however, it is a break from work. I am hoping to put the updated pictures on the web this weekend.
I have been resting more this past week and a half. I will usually lay down for about an hour prior to sweeping the floor and making dinner. That helps a lot. Working a full day is very tiring these day, especially working with psychiatric patients. I’m losing patience with them. I’ll be glad to be out of work for 11 ½ weeks. I know it won’t be much of a break; however, it is a break from work. I am hoping to put the updated pictures on the web this weekend.
Monday, May 11, 2009
36 weeks along….Coming into the Home Stretch
I have 4 weeks left until the baby is born. I will also be visiting the doctor on a weekly basis from now on. David and I have decided on a name and yes, we are still keeping it a secret. Her bed and bedding arrived this past week and so now I need to go and get paint for her room. I am hoping to start painting next week. Mom and Tavia, my sister-in-law, will be helping with that and a little of the cleaning around the house due to the major renovations in adding a second story.
On May 2nd, our roof came off and the start of the second story being built. By Friday May 8th, I had a second story with windows, framing to the rooms, and stairs. It is coming together very quickly, I can’t wait until the insulation, and dry wall is put up. David will be starting the electrical work this week ( May 11th). He has been working very hard for the past month trying to get the house ready for our baby girl.
It has been very exciting and very overwhelming. Last week definitely had its up and down. I am not able to help much. I become very tired and achy because I am on my feet too long. By the way, my feet will not return to their normal selves until after the baby is born. I have no shoes that fit comfortably at this point. Everything in my home is packed away that can be packed away and the rest is not where it used to be due to the place having so much wood dust. David and I try to keep up with the cleaning etc, so we can be comfortable at least when we are sitting on the couch, cooking meals and of course when we sleep. It will be easier when the upstairs is ready for us to move up and then I can do a good cleaning with the down stairs. I am definitely in my nesting phase, however it is very difficult to move around and do things. For example, bending over. Just doing everyday little things is challenging.
I will be posting a belly picture for Ms. Mary, and what we have accomplished so far with the house very soon. My next doctors’ appointment is on Wednesday May 13th and during that visit an ultrasound will be scheduled. Very excited!!!!
On May 2nd, our roof came off and the start of the second story being built. By Friday May 8th, I had a second story with windows, framing to the rooms, and stairs. It is coming together very quickly, I can’t wait until the insulation, and dry wall is put up. David will be starting the electrical work this week ( May 11th). He has been working very hard for the past month trying to get the house ready for our baby girl.
It has been very exciting and very overwhelming. Last week definitely had its up and down. I am not able to help much. I become very tired and achy because I am on my feet too long. By the way, my feet will not return to their normal selves until after the baby is born. I have no shoes that fit comfortably at this point. Everything in my home is packed away that can be packed away and the rest is not where it used to be due to the place having so much wood dust. David and I try to keep up with the cleaning etc, so we can be comfortable at least when we are sitting on the couch, cooking meals and of course when we sleep. It will be easier when the upstairs is ready for us to move up and then I can do a good cleaning with the down stairs. I am definitely in my nesting phase, however it is very difficult to move around and do things. For example, bending over. Just doing everyday little things is challenging.
I will be posting a belly picture for Ms. Mary, and what we have accomplished so far with the house very soon. My next doctors’ appointment is on Wednesday May 13th and during that visit an ultrasound will be scheduled. Very excited!!!!
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