Had an appointment this morning. BP was rather odd (124/58) and I'm at 131 pounds (the highest ever in my life!!!). My belly is measuring fine as far as I know. Dr. Well's thought I was at 28 weeks again (grr) but that's what happens when you're small I suppose. I wish he would read my chart before he came in to see me and at least pretend like he remembers!
Saturday was not a great day... I hadn't felt the baby kick since the night before and I was having pretty bad cramps and stomach tightness. Fortunately everything turned out OK, but it really stressed us out. Dr. Well's said it was probably him transitioning from one position to another and that his space is getting limited so he won't be kicking as forcefully anymore.
xoxo M&D
Monday, August 24, 2009
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
08.19.09
Can you believe we are at 32 weeks already?? Time is flying!
Just want to let everyone know that August is doing great -- we had another ultrasound on the 12th of this month. He was sleeping during the whole thing, and was covering his face (of course) but at the last moment he moved his hand and we got a picture! :) He weighed 3 pounds 6 ounces and is 3 ounces bigger than the average. Our due date is the same and there are no complications at this time.
I'm in the last 2 months of pregnancy and I. Am. Tired. I can pretty much sleep all day and night. I know some women can't sleep at all at this point though, so I am grateful!
We'll let you know what happens at our next appointment which is on Monday, August 24th.
xoxo M&D
Just want to let everyone know that August is doing great -- we had another ultrasound on the 12th of this month. He was sleeping during the whole thing, and was covering his face (of course) but at the last moment he moved his hand and we got a picture! :) He weighed 3 pounds 6 ounces and is 3 ounces bigger than the average. Our due date is the same and there are no complications at this time.
I'm in the last 2 months of pregnancy and I. Am. Tired. I can pretty much sleep all day and night. I know some women can't sleep at all at this point though, so I am grateful!
We'll let you know what happens at our next appointment which is on Monday, August 24th.
xoxo M&D
Friday, August 7, 2009
08.07.09
Today was a nice day off. Dexter and I visited Kaily to wish her a happy belated first birthday. I cannot believe she is one already! She's standing, walking (almost completely by herself!), and just seems to have so much fun. :) I can't wait for her and August to meet.
The other reason I'm writing today is to say...
THANK YOU!
We want to thank everyone SO MUCH already for helping us and August. You have given him a great start and he's not even here yet.
I am completely overwhelmed right now. I believe the term for what I'm going through is "nesting". I've packed our hospital bags, gotten the nursery ready for August's first day home, am in the middle of washing, folding, and hanging his newborn clothes/bibs/hats/socks, and so much more. I feel like it will never be done, that I will never be ready for him to come home. But the truth is that we have a crib, clothes, food and a car seat, so if he came home tomorrow we'd be ready.
There are a few things we have more than plenty of. Those things are newborn onesies, teething toys, newborn diapers, baby oil, baby shampoo, baby lotion, and nursing pads (seriously-- if you need any nursing pads, come to our house!). I've updated our registry with everything else we need and do not yet have.
xoxo M&D
The other reason I'm writing today is to say...
THANK YOU!
We want to thank everyone SO MUCH already for helping us and August. You have given him a great start and he's not even here yet.
I am completely overwhelmed right now. I believe the term for what I'm going through is "nesting". I've packed our hospital bags, gotten the nursery ready for August's first day home, am in the middle of washing, folding, and hanging his newborn clothes/bibs/hats/socks, and so much more. I feel like it will never be done, that I will never be ready for him to come home. But the truth is that we have a crib, clothes, food and a car seat, so if he came home tomorrow we'd be ready.
There are a few things we have more than plenty of. Those things are newborn onesies, teething toys, newborn diapers, baby oil, baby shampoo, baby lotion, and nursing pads (seriously-- if you need any nursing pads, come to our house!). I've updated our registry with everything else we need and do not yet have.
xoxo M&D
Thursday, August 6, 2009
08.06.09
Picture post!!
Dexter reading to August and Kira... Kira using August as a pillow!
Dexter reading to August and Kira... Kira using August as a pillow!
I am getting big at nearly 30 weeks...
Monday, July 27, 2009
07.27.09
Hello everyone! Things are still going great. We had an appointment today mainly to test my glucose levels. I think she took about five vials of my blood! It didn't hurt, but the fruit punch drink plus getting my blood drawn left me a bit queasy. Apparently I've gained five pounds since last visit. I doubt it's all actual weight, but it's good that I'm gaining! I've just been so hungry lately..
August's heart is still beating strong, and my tummy's growing just fine (despite the fact that everyone thinks it's still pretty small for how far along I am). Our next appointment is August 10. At this point we'll be seeing Dr. Wells every two weeks!
Nothing major has happened lately.. I am still working and it's tiring sometimes, but I like that I am active. I can feel my uterus stretching and it's not really painful, just achy.
Tonight Dexter and I are having dinner with my dad and Aunt B, so that should be fun! He also talked with his Aunt Carla about how we read to August every night and she told us to start teaching him math! :) We'll see how it works out.
xoxo M&D
August's heart is still beating strong, and my tummy's growing just fine (despite the fact that everyone thinks it's still pretty small for how far along I am). Our next appointment is August 10. At this point we'll be seeing Dr. Wells every two weeks!
Nothing major has happened lately.. I am still working and it's tiring sometimes, but I like that I am active. I can feel my uterus stretching and it's not really painful, just achy.
Tonight Dexter and I are having dinner with my dad and Aunt B, so that should be fun! He also talked with his Aunt Carla about how we read to August every night and she told us to start teaching him math! :) We'll see how it works out.
xoxo M&D
Monday, July 13, 2009
07.13.09
Saw Dr. Wells today! My belly got measured and we heard the baby’s heartbeat. Obviously my tummy has grown quite a bit and Auggy’s heartbeat is much louder now. Everything is going great!
We plan to deliver at St. Rose Dominican hospital. Conveniently located 3 minutes from home and work. Three months seem sooooo short… but at the same time, I wish he was here already and that makes the wait seem longer. I am getting more and more nervous for the delivery! Jackie sent us an awesome package with some stuff that will make the hospital stay so much nicer… and mom has been AMAZING with finding necessities for us.
This week Auggy is almost two pounds and 14 1/2 inches long. His brain is developing rapidly and he can sense light, hiccup, and take breaths! He may also be able to recognize mind and Dexter's voices, so we read to him every night.
xoxo M&D
EDIT 07.17.09: Our next appointment is July 27. I received a bottle of fruit punch mix (I wanted orange, but they were out!) to take one hour before the appointment. They're testing me for diabetes. I feel that if I had diabetes, I'd have gained a lot more weight, but we'll see! Also... my stomach is getting pretty darn big. You can pretty much see August every time he moves, rolls around, punches and kicks in there. It's pretty amazing, but I feel like customers at work are looking at my tummy wondering why it's moving like that! Haha. One more thing: The due date is October 12, and I requested my maternity leave starting October 10. Does anyone have experience on maternity leave? I'm worried it's going to either be too soon or too late. I don't want to work up until the day I go into labor, but I also don't want to be sitting at home for two weeks before his arrival. Let me know! Thanks!
We plan to deliver at St. Rose Dominican hospital. Conveniently located 3 minutes from home and work. Three months seem sooooo short… but at the same time, I wish he was here already and that makes the wait seem longer. I am getting more and more nervous for the delivery! Jackie sent us an awesome package with some stuff that will make the hospital stay so much nicer… and mom has been AMAZING with finding necessities for us.
This week Auggy is almost two pounds and 14 1/2 inches long. His brain is developing rapidly and he can sense light, hiccup, and take breaths! He may also be able to recognize mind and Dexter's voices, so we read to him every night.
xoxo M&D
EDIT 07.17.09: Our next appointment is July 27. I received a bottle of fruit punch mix (I wanted orange, but they were out!) to take one hour before the appointment. They're testing me for diabetes. I feel that if I had diabetes, I'd have gained a lot more weight, but we'll see! Also... my stomach is getting pretty darn big. You can pretty much see August every time he moves, rolls around, punches and kicks in there. It's pretty amazing, but I feel like customers at work are looking at my tummy wondering why it's moving like that! Haha. One more thing: The due date is October 12, and I requested my maternity leave starting October 10. Does anyone have experience on maternity leave? I'm worried it's going to either be too soon or too late. I don't want to work up until the day I go into labor, but I also don't want to be sitting at home for two weeks before his arrival. Let me know! Thanks!
Thursday, July 9, 2009
07.09.09
Name: Michelle
Current Age: 20
Weight before pregnancy: 115
Current Weight: 120
Partner's Name: Dexter
Partner's Age: 23
When did you find out your were pregnant? February 13
What was your reaction? Shocked!
Who did you tell first about the pregnancy? Dexter of course
Due Date? October 12
Was the pregnancy planned? Nope
Did you have your first ultrasound? Yes
Do you know the sex? Boy or Girl? Boy
Baby's name? August ....
Who do you think the baby will look like? No freaking idea! It's driving me crazy
Mom to be's latest cravings? Cherry pie
What was the first change you noticed in your body? Nausea.. I rarely get sick that way
What is the last thing you bought for the baby? Organic bouncer
Planned birth place? Hospital...
Who will be in the room with you? Dexter, for sure
Are you scared? I'm getting nervous!
Are you going to use drugs? They can't stop me!!!
Current Age: 20
Weight before pregnancy: 115
Current Weight: 120
Partner's Name: Dexter
Partner's Age: 23
When did you find out your were pregnant? February 13
What was your reaction? Shocked!
Who did you tell first about the pregnancy? Dexter of course
Due Date? October 12
Was the pregnancy planned? Nope
Did you have your first ultrasound? Yes
Do you know the sex? Boy or Girl? Boy
Baby's name? August ....
Who do you think the baby will look like? No freaking idea! It's driving me crazy
Mom to be's latest cravings? Cherry pie
What was the first change you noticed in your body? Nausea.. I rarely get sick that way
What is the last thing you bought for the baby? Organic bouncer
Planned birth place? Hospital...
Who will be in the room with you? Dexter, for sure
Are you scared? I'm getting nervous!
Are you going to use drugs? They can't stop me!!!
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