My Thoughts on Pregnancy

So my body has been changing a lot lately, and people are starting to ask me constantly, "How are you feeling?" I respond, "Huge." But I have to be honest- I have really loved being pregnant for the most part.



It hasn't been as bad as some people make it out to be. Maybe it is because I barely had morning sickness or heartburn or other horrific things that I can't spell or dare to say. :) I mean going to the doctor each week is a pain but at the same time as blessing because I get to see the little one each week! I have seen this person growing inside of me on a weekly basis...not just from the outside. I think my feet are a pain and the shots are a pain but in all reality- a quick shot feels much better to me than nagging heartburn or the constant feeling that I am going to vomit.

I really have enjoyed this experience. Last night when I just watched my belly swim from side to side---I have enjoyed the miracle.



Pregnancy has been wonderful.

I Have Been "Tagged"

Answer the question, "What do you expect from your blog?" and try to be as specific as possible. Avoid warm-fuzzy answers unless that really is your thing. Link back to the blog who tagged you so your readers can check others' answers.
Tag at least five bloggers with the same question.

What do I expect from my blog?

Well, I started this blog for one reason. I wanted to be able to share my latest news about my pregnancy with friends and family that live near and far. I have found though that blogging is rather complicated because you still can't always say what you want because you don't want to offend your readers or say too much because it might be too gross for others to hear. (Remember- this blog is about pregnancy and not all things to do with pregnancy are pretty!) So, blogging isn't always a completely truthful or open place unless you can get over yourself and just say it! But that isn't always easy...so I have concluded to keep my blog simple, truthful yet reserved (not like me if you know me), and to just have fun with updating everyone about Baby.

I must say though---I like the sense of community that blogging can create.

OMG! I am baking a BIG one! :)

So I went for my weekly appointment today. Two weeks ago, the baby was 6 pounds, 1 ounce. Today it weighed in...drumroll please....7 pounds, 15 ounces! I am almost 37 weeks...so hopefully it won't be much longer. The nurse wants me to go two more weeks...understandably so...but I am getting really uncomfy and tired and sore. But baby is healthy and active...and that is what is important!

Oh- and when I stood up after being called in for my appointment---I got a horrific bloody nose and got it all over me! Yuck!

And...my car did weird things to Russ on Saturday---it stopped working---gas gauge went to empty and everything went to manual. He is having it looked at today.

I also learned that I do carry the Strep virus, so I have to go to the hospital earlier than I wanted to so they can administor antibiotics by IV before the baby comes.

And....Steve bought Russ a flatscreen TV for a very early birthday gift...so that was a fun surprise this weekend for him!

Yippees!!!!

Yippee---Russ' has his last night at Irving tonight! No more of me being home alone. I am finding as the get further along, the more dependent I am on him...and it has been so hard to be home alone.

Yippee---I have been training a temp all day! Phew! That is a major stresser gone! Bye bye! :)

Yippee---Russ and I have finished all the baby classes we signed up for!

Those are my milestones of the day...

my only Nay---my feet look like giant clubs and my toes feel like sasuages!

Progression

Last night, I went to the chiropractor because my sciatica was all flared up. Well, the baby really responded to being in a different position. I could feel Baby moving all around- so much so that I had a lopsided belly for half the evening. It was quite funny...until Baby decided to move in such a position that it hurt to walk! There was a few hours where I was quite uncomfortable! I am in better shape this morning...but I can tell the lightening process has began. It can start as early as a month or just a few days before...so there is no telling!

I interviewed two temps yesterday...both were good. I have to decide today who I am going to pick. I have a pretty good idea.

Oh- ran out of oil this am! That was a fun time. I must get to work---lots to do and feeling overwhelmed...so I need to go get a handle on my day!

Time to Slow Down...

Phew! It was a long weekend- not just because of the holiday on Monday! It started with our labor class on Saturday. It was from 9-4:30 at Maine Medical Center. I was really pleased with class, and Russ was too. We really learned a lot, and the teacher made it very entertaining. That evening, we went out to dinner with Russ' mom, Aunt and Uncle and brother. We haven't seen his aunt and uncle since the Myrtle Beach Reunion back in 2005! So it has been a while.

Sunday was my shower. It was huge! There were 43 people there! My family did a great job putting it all together. I felt really rushed though because people wanted to leave early to go watch the football game, so I felt like I couldn 't really acknowledge people the way I wanted to. We got so many things- all fantastic! People really outdid themselves, and we are truly grateful.

On Monday, I went to the doctor- as usual. Carolyn came with me. We saw the best 3-D images yet! The baby's mouth is just precious! I can't wait for everyone else to see and meet the little one! The baby is still doing well and hasn't hit any bumps in the road. Not sure of the weight- they checked that last week.

So- as of today- only 30 days to go! I am interviewing someone else today for a temp position. Please pray that it goes well. I really need to get someone in here ASAP!

PS Why Didn't I Do It Sooner?

I must say though---I think I was pretty smart about my clothes buying. I haven't over bought but I think where I went wrong was buying all the pants I thought I needed right away. You just don't know how your belly will take shape. I hope that makes sense.

Now bras on the other hand---that is just never easy! UGH!

Why Didn't I Do It Sooner?

When I first found out I was pregnant, I thought, "I should see if I can find some sales to save some money on maternity clothes." I found dress pants at Lane Bryant for $20 a piece---they had only half panels that are more like giant, hard elastic bands. I figured they would be fine. Little did I know! I was so uncomfortable yesterday at work! I had this conversation with myself:

"If you aren't comfortable, you should go buy new pants."
"But it doesn't make sense to spend more money when you are going to have the baby in such a short amount of time."
"Does it really matter? You need to be comfortable. You have been avoiding wearing these pants because you are so uncomfortable in them."
"I know but I just hate to buy something to only have them useful for 5 weeks!"
"So what?! You are constantly pulling them up and then struggle to be comfortable because they immediately fall back down, and to top it all off, the band pushes your undies down, and you always feel like you need to yank everything back."
"You're right. I am going to go buy new pants!"

So I went out last night and bought a new pair of pants. I should have down it sooner. I am much more comfortable today. So my advice---don't buy all your clothes at once because you aren't doing yourself or your budget a favor!

Feeling the Pressure

I am overwhelmed- uttlerly and completely! I need to prepare for a temp to come in, train and finish all of my work...all without knowing when the little one really will be ready. That is hard. I need to feel prepared even though I am in such a transition. I am worried that the temp will do better than me---or doing worse than me...I am just in a state of stress. I haven't felt good all week. I keep trying to tell myself that there is nothing I can do but try my best and let be what will be. I know I can't control when the baby comes, but I feel like I should be able to control everything else to some extent.

ICK. I just feel ICKY!

Girlfriends

When I was younger, I always struggled with the concept that it was better to have a few close friends than to be the most popular girl, but as I got older, I began to understand this concept. Over the past few years, my circle has become more solidified and more tight knit, and I can't be more grateful.

This past weekend, my girlfriends threw me a surprise baby shower that was just so special to me. It was absolutely perfect! I can't express how much I loved it or appreciated it. It was just so nice to spend the afternoon with them and laugh and share. I truly am happy to have them in my life, and I am so grateful for them. Girls, if you are reading this---I am so blessed to have you in my life, and I appreciate you. Thank you.