Today I am 34 weeks along...the belly is now big enough to prop up bowls and small plates! Sounds silly, but it is fun to do. Well, until Peanut decides he wants to kick the bowl off. Got to eat cereal fast if you're going to prop- ha!
Today is also our class that covers how to care for your baby in the first weeks. I am really looking forward to this class! Hopefully, it will be helpful.
Other goings on this week- we've got our 3rd birthing class, our 34weeks Drs appt, and Mike has his Daddy boot camp class. Should be a fun and busy week!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
33 weeks
Wow- so I'm now 33 weeks along. Can't believe it! Peanut is now 4+ pounds and growing! We want him to stay put as long as possible, but we are ready to meet him and see his little face and count his fingers and toes.
We had our 2nd birthing class last night. It was all about pain medication and mediation. So, we now know exactly what an epidural looks like and how it all works and other techniques to help with the pain. Some of those sound good, others are a little hokey, but I figure knowing it all is better than not. Plus, we saw how the birthing beds can transform to fit your needs. These are not just your ordinary hospital beds, they can transform and contort themselves to fit your needs. Want to squat- go for it, hands and knees- no problem, sit- you got it. Of course your movement is limited with an epidural, but at least you have options until that point.
Next week is our 3rd class and the 1st weeks post birth class...fun!
We had our 2nd birthing class last night. It was all about pain medication and mediation. So, we now know exactly what an epidural looks like and how it all works and other techniques to help with the pain. Some of those sound good, others are a little hokey, but I figure knowing it all is better than not. Plus, we saw how the birthing beds can transform to fit your needs. These are not just your ordinary hospital beds, they can transform and contort themselves to fit your needs. Want to squat- go for it, hands and knees- no problem, sit- you got it. Of course your movement is limited with an epidural, but at least you have options until that point.
Next week is our 3rd class and the 1st weeks post birth class...fun!
Friday, March 5, 2010
32 weeks
Well, a lot has been going on since the last post.
We have continued to get settled and are still having fun exploring the area. I have gone out 1day/week with our realtor to look at houses and even though nothing has really grabbed my attention I have discovered a few floor plans that I like more than others. Finally,a step in the right direction!
Our house in Carlsbad still has not sold, but we have a couple that is really interested in it. Unfortunately, they have been interested for the past few weeks and haven't pulled the trigger and made an offer. Hopefully, someone else will come along soon!
Now, on to baby stuff...I am feeling good. Awkward, a little heartburn, a little tired, but good! We went to Babies R Us last weekend and bought our crib and a few other items. I feel much better knowing that we will have a place for baby to sleep when he arrives. We might not have a house, but at least we'll have a crib! :)
In addition, our baby classes started this week. Tuesday night, we had a tour of the hospital facilities and pre-registration. The facilities are so nice and welcoming. I think we will be happy with the hospital. Wednesday night, was the 1st in a 4 part series of birthing classes. It was a bit hokey, but it got us all talking and laughing. There are ~8couples in the class and all are due within a few weeks of each other. At the end of the class we watched a birthing video. It wasn't just a video of a woman screaming and birthing a baby- thank goodness-it was better than I had expected and even Mike didn't mind watching it. I think these classes will be helpful. If nothing else, it provides us with social time with other parents-to be, which is nice.
This morning was my 32 week appt with another doctor in this practice. She was a nice woman and a good doctor, but I like the other doctor a little better. Like the other doctor, she said that I was measuring about a week ahead of schedule. Mike mentioned our theory that maybe that meant that the baby would be a bit early or on time. She laughed and said "that may happen, but it may also mean that you just have a big baby"......great.... :) So, I'm sending a message to God and Peanut- please, please, no 10lb baby! Healthy, yes! 10finger, 10toes, and all other parts in the proper places, wonderful! 7-9lbs, perfect! Please please not 10lbs- I don't know if I can handle that!
Well, that is it for now.
One last note- Duncan is doing well! He is currently dreaming and chasing after bunnies next to me!
We have continued to get settled and are still having fun exploring the area. I have gone out 1day/week with our realtor to look at houses and even though nothing has really grabbed my attention I have discovered a few floor plans that I like more than others. Finally,a step in the right direction!
Our house in Carlsbad still has not sold, but we have a couple that is really interested in it. Unfortunately, they have been interested for the past few weeks and haven't pulled the trigger and made an offer. Hopefully, someone else will come along soon!
Now, on to baby stuff...I am feeling good. Awkward, a little heartburn, a little tired, but good! We went to Babies R Us last weekend and bought our crib and a few other items. I feel much better knowing that we will have a place for baby to sleep when he arrives. We might not have a house, but at least we'll have a crib! :)
In addition, our baby classes started this week. Tuesday night, we had a tour of the hospital facilities and pre-registration. The facilities are so nice and welcoming. I think we will be happy with the hospital. Wednesday night, was the 1st in a 4 part series of birthing classes. It was a bit hokey, but it got us all talking and laughing. There are ~8couples in the class and all are due within a few weeks of each other. At the end of the class we watched a birthing video. It wasn't just a video of a woman screaming and birthing a baby- thank goodness-it was better than I had expected and even Mike didn't mind watching it. I think these classes will be helpful. If nothing else, it provides us with social time with other parents-to be, which is nice.
This morning was my 32 week appt with another doctor in this practice. She was a nice woman and a good doctor, but I like the other doctor a little better. Like the other doctor, she said that I was measuring about a week ahead of schedule. Mike mentioned our theory that maybe that meant that the baby would be a bit early or on time. She laughed and said "that may happen, but it may also mean that you just have a big baby"......great.... :) So, I'm sending a message to God and Peanut- please, please, no 10lb baby! Healthy, yes! 10finger, 10toes, and all other parts in the proper places, wonderful! 7-9lbs, perfect! Please please not 10lbs- I don't know if I can handle that!
Well, that is it for now.
One last note- Duncan is doing well! He is currently dreaming and chasing after bunnies next to me!
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