I just noticed that I am under 100 days left. I am now in double digits. Hope I snap out of my funk soon. Hope I am ready for what's to come. Seeing other's with babies has made me all the more scared. Looks like a ton of work and not much fun. At least not my kind of fun.
I will hold onto the old adage that everyone likes to throw my way...it's different when it's your own.
We shall see...in 90 something days.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
25 weeks, 2 days: Doc appt update
It is guaranteed that this entry will be short. I am having an emotionally challenging couple of days that I have decided not to get into on this blog in case the kid reads this stuff later. So I will just keep the details of the appointment simple so that everyone has an update.
My blood pressure was 110/70
Weight: 153.4 which is 4 lbs more than last appt with a total of 11 lbs over my pre-pregnancy weight.
Fetus heartrate: 150
Of course all the compliments that go along with the rest of the doc appointments - you are all baby, you look fantastic, you make pregnancy look easy, blah, blah, blah. I have to have the gestational diabetes test (which includes blood from my arm) before my next appointment - they recommended tomorrow. I am going to try and muster the courage or, since I am little mentally under the weather, may just do nothing about it until next week. We will see how it goes.
We have the new car now so that's a new update. My car is gone.
I guess that's the latest. Once I am back to my old/new self, I will post again. Hopefully that will be before the 26 week mark which is when I usually post.
Over and out.
My blood pressure was 110/70
Weight: 153.4 which is 4 lbs more than last appt with a total of 11 lbs over my pre-pregnancy weight.
Fetus heartrate: 150
Of course all the compliments that go along with the rest of the doc appointments - you are all baby, you look fantastic, you make pregnancy look easy, blah, blah, blah. I have to have the gestational diabetes test (which includes blood from my arm) before my next appointment - they recommended tomorrow. I am going to try and muster the courage or, since I am little mentally under the weather, may just do nothing about it until next week. We will see how it goes.
We have the new car now so that's a new update. My car is gone.
I guess that's the latest. Once I am back to my old/new self, I will post again. Hopefully that will be before the 26 week mark which is when I usually post.
Over and out.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
25 weeks: A VERY special THANK YOU!!
Today marks 25 weeks of this pregnancy journey. And what a journey it has been. I am anxious to read through my past entries - especially back in the early days - but I think I will wait to do that during my last couple of weeks.
You know, I have been wishing and hoping that time would move faster until today. First of all, other than my hormonal rollercoaster that sent me from skipping down the hallway to busting into tears in the car, today wasn't a bad pregnancy day.
I had a great visit with Jill and I need to stop here for a second...I MUST thank my awesome friend for letting me borrow her maternity clothes. Jiada is her second baby and, let me tell you, she has really acquired quite the collection of clothes during her two pregnancies! And, wow are they cute!! I was totally shocked when she loaded TWO large rubbernaid bins into the backseat of the car. WOW! It was like a shopping spree without the strange cold sweats I get when I feel I am spending money!!
I brought them home and, even with the whole car situation coming to a head (I will get to that later), I couldn't wait to dive in and see what treasures awaited! Jill, my awesome friend, you made my day!! Not only did you have very cute clothes, some of the size smalls actually fit me!! Even the jeans! I was blown away and, I must say, it made me feel kinda good about the big J Lo behind that I have! I really didn't think it could inch worm into a small but did it ever! And it looked GREAT! Thank you sooooo much! I don't know if I could ever thank you enough.
The loot!
I had so much fun at Jill's. I really got to spend some fun play time with Jagger, her two and a half (as he will plainly tell you) year old. He's a doll and so much fun. And talk about energy!! I think the cutest thing was when Jill was trying to put Jiada down for a nap and Jagger had to go potty. He needed help with getting his training seat on the actual toilet seat. I helped him with that and then he told me step-by-step what he needed to do to go potty! It was adorable!! And, like most kids, he kicked off his pants instead of just pulling them down...and decided he wanted to leave them off! Haha! I tried to get him to change his mind but nothing was working. Until his Mommy came back and finally told him something that will be one of the funniest quotes of the day for me..."no one wants to see your wienie." Haha! I guess that was all the convincing he needed and he went ahead and put his pants back on.
I met with a friend and photographer for lunch today. It is my BFF's sister who does great work. We were talking about ideas for the maternity shoot and pricing and whatnot. It was a great lunch that really peaked my interest in the shoot and it was fun just getting to know her better. But, as best laid plans go, I came home and told T about it. Turns out he knows someone that he wants to use that wants to make us a really good deal to be "models" or whatnot. I still need to discuss this with the photographer I met with (Erin, if you are reading this, I will shoot you an email). But I am sure we will figure it all out and will have some sort of pictures from somewhere in the end.
Now the car. My car wouldn't start a couple of days ago and we figured it was a drained battery. Since T was on his stay-cation, we have been driving around his car and not driving mine. From what I understand, the heat out here in the Sahara is such that, if you don't keep that car charged, the battery will be toast. So, with this in mind, we went to Walmart to exchange out my battery yesterday evening. We put the new one in, turned the key and...nothing. One click that led to complete silence. T couldn't believe it and chalked it up to the starter. I could have sworn that I had JUST replaced the starter not long ago. Turns out, after looking through the many mechanic receipts, I had just had it replaced in May of 08. And it had a one year warranty. Ain't that somethin'??
So today I had to arrange for a tow. Another funny moment was the text I received from T saying that the tow truck driver was very stealthy and quick. T said he felt like he was on Operation Repo minus the big nasty hag yelling at him (if you haven't seen the show, you may not understand but I laughed until I almost peed my britches). Anyway, it was the starter and, the reason it failed is because I have a leak in my oil pan or something. Long story very short, my car is on borrowed time with our family. We have been kicking around the idea of an SUV to be more family friendly. My car is NOT family friendly - not good for kids or for someone as tall as T. Soooo, we are going to look at the Lexus that T has been researching tomorrow. It is available for an awesome deal at a dealership here in town and may be hard to pass up. T is pre-approved for financing and we have researched the insurance. We are going to talk to them about a trade-in value for my car and then weigh that amount against what we might get through a sale. Either way, there is a very strong chance that we may have a new car before the weekend. Here is the actual vehicle up for grabs:
The potential 'Shew mobile
So, there is a lot going on! And, going back to what I said earlier in this entry, I have been wishing that time would speed up until today...when I realized that I am 25 weeks and that my estimated due date is 15 weeks away. Which still sounds like a long time until you consider that I have to have all of my Christmas presents made and bought before...or at least I'd like for it to be before...the 1st of December. YIKES! Now I need things to slow down a tad!! Just like a woman, huh...never satisfied!
Time for specs on Cashew and a pic of the growing gut...
From babycenter.com
"Head to heels, your baby now measures about 13 1/2 inches. Her weight — a pound and a half — isn't much more than an average rutabaga, but she's beginning to exchange her long, lean look for some baby fat. As she does, her wrinkled skin will begin to smooth out and she'll start to look more and more like a newborn. She's also growing more hair — and if you could see it, you'd now be able to discern its color and texture."
Veggie size of the month:
The pod at 25 weeks:
My cravings have shifted from chocolate and other sweets to FRUIT, FRUIT and more FRUIT! I still enjoy the occasional sugary candy such as Blow Pops (a new fave). I am eating about the same quantity of food. I don't feel like my appetite has increased dramatically at all. I am definitely a water-aholic but definitely still enjoy an ice cold iced tea about every other day.
Movement has been pretty intense and consistent over the last couple of days. And, put your pitch forks and flaming torches down for a minute, the movement does kinda creep me out a little! Yes, folks, I know it is a precious baby that I will love and adore. But, right now, it is an alien being that is doing somersaults in my stomach and kicking me with actual feet and hands. And they aren't mine. There is living growth inside of me that is doing it!! I'm sorry but, like when I see meat on a bone I can't eat it because I think too much about it and know what it actually is?? Same thing here. If I think too much about it, it kinda gives me the heeby-geebies. But, yes, it is reassuring and adorable. And T enjoys it all. I will try to be the good mom to be and say that I love every darn minute of it! Wink, wink...
But, saying all that, it is reassuring to know that things are happening. Although, as I feel things getting stronger and stronger, I wonder how it will be a month from now.
Anyway, that's about all I have tonight. I will probably give another update Thursday after our next doctor's appointment. No sonogram pics on this trip. Just a check up and heart beat listen. Oh and I am sure they will take this time to schedule my awesome glucose test which involves me visiting the blood sucking vampires once again. BOO!
Dear Cashew,
You certainly are getting strong in there. I feel you moving everyday and not just a little. Yesterday you were at it all day...and night!! No wonder you were a little quieter today. You were probably exhausted!! Daddy felt you while he was resting his arm across my belly when we were watching TV. He kept looking over at me like WOW! I was like, I know!! And it is non-stop!
We might be getting a new vehicle in the next day or so. It will be considered your first car so don't ever say we didn't buy you a car. We both want to make your ride comfortable and safe. My car just doesn't fit the bill. As much as I love my car, I know the time has come to move on. I hope you like your new sporty ride. If we get it...
Well, I am pretty tired and I think it is time for a couple of Tums. The hamburger for lunch and the spaghetti for dinner is hating me right now.
We can't wait to hear you on Thursday! I can feel you jumping around in there now so I have a feeling you will be poking me for a while tonight. Carry on. I am learning to find my Zen and get to sleep even with your disco party rockin'.
We love you bunches!
Mommy & Daddy
You know, I have been wishing and hoping that time would move faster until today. First of all, other than my hormonal rollercoaster that sent me from skipping down the hallway to busting into tears in the car, today wasn't a bad pregnancy day.
I had a great visit with Jill and I need to stop here for a second...I MUST thank my awesome friend for letting me borrow her maternity clothes. Jiada is her second baby and, let me tell you, she has really acquired quite the collection of clothes during her two pregnancies! And, wow are they cute!! I was totally shocked when she loaded TWO large rubbernaid bins into the backseat of the car. WOW! It was like a shopping spree without the strange cold sweats I get when I feel I am spending money!!
I brought them home and, even with the whole car situation coming to a head (I will get to that later), I couldn't wait to dive in and see what treasures awaited! Jill, my awesome friend, you made my day!! Not only did you have very cute clothes, some of the size smalls actually fit me!! Even the jeans! I was blown away and, I must say, it made me feel kinda good about the big J Lo behind that I have! I really didn't think it could inch worm into a small but did it ever! And it looked GREAT! Thank you sooooo much! I don't know if I could ever thank you enough.
The loot!
I had so much fun at Jill's. I really got to spend some fun play time with Jagger, her two and a half (as he will plainly tell you) year old. He's a doll and so much fun. And talk about energy!! I think the cutest thing was when Jill was trying to put Jiada down for a nap and Jagger had to go potty. He needed help with getting his training seat on the actual toilet seat. I helped him with that and then he told me step-by-step what he needed to do to go potty! It was adorable!! And, like most kids, he kicked off his pants instead of just pulling them down...and decided he wanted to leave them off! Haha! I tried to get him to change his mind but nothing was working. Until his Mommy came back and finally told him something that will be one of the funniest quotes of the day for me..."no one wants to see your wienie." Haha! I guess that was all the convincing he needed and he went ahead and put his pants back on.
I met with a friend and photographer for lunch today. It is my BFF's sister who does great work. We were talking about ideas for the maternity shoot and pricing and whatnot. It was a great lunch that really peaked my interest in the shoot and it was fun just getting to know her better. But, as best laid plans go, I came home and told T about it. Turns out he knows someone that he wants to use that wants to make us a really good deal to be "models" or whatnot. I still need to discuss this with the photographer I met with (Erin, if you are reading this, I will shoot you an email). But I am sure we will figure it all out and will have some sort of pictures from somewhere in the end.
Now the car. My car wouldn't start a couple of days ago and we figured it was a drained battery. Since T was on his stay-cation, we have been driving around his car and not driving mine. From what I understand, the heat out here in the Sahara is such that, if you don't keep that car charged, the battery will be toast. So, with this in mind, we went to Walmart to exchange out my battery yesterday evening. We put the new one in, turned the key and...nothing. One click that led to complete silence. T couldn't believe it and chalked it up to the starter. I could have sworn that I had JUST replaced the starter not long ago. Turns out, after looking through the many mechanic receipts, I had just had it replaced in May of 08. And it had a one year warranty. Ain't that somethin'??
So today I had to arrange for a tow. Another funny moment was the text I received from T saying that the tow truck driver was very stealthy and quick. T said he felt like he was on Operation Repo minus the big nasty hag yelling at him (if you haven't seen the show, you may not understand but I laughed until I almost peed my britches). Anyway, it was the starter and, the reason it failed is because I have a leak in my oil pan or something. Long story very short, my car is on borrowed time with our family. We have been kicking around the idea of an SUV to be more family friendly. My car is NOT family friendly - not good for kids or for someone as tall as T. Soooo, we are going to look at the Lexus that T has been researching tomorrow. It is available for an awesome deal at a dealership here in town and may be hard to pass up. T is pre-approved for financing and we have researched the insurance. We are going to talk to them about a trade-in value for my car and then weigh that amount against what we might get through a sale. Either way, there is a very strong chance that we may have a new car before the weekend. Here is the actual vehicle up for grabs:
The potential 'Shew mobile
So, there is a lot going on! And, going back to what I said earlier in this entry, I have been wishing that time would speed up until today...when I realized that I am 25 weeks and that my estimated due date is 15 weeks away. Which still sounds like a long time until you consider that I have to have all of my Christmas presents made and bought before...or at least I'd like for it to be before...the 1st of December. YIKES! Now I need things to slow down a tad!! Just like a woman, huh...never satisfied!
Time for specs on Cashew and a pic of the growing gut...
From babycenter.com
"Head to heels, your baby now measures about 13 1/2 inches. Her weight — a pound and a half — isn't much more than an average rutabaga, but she's beginning to exchange her long, lean look for some baby fat. As she does, her wrinkled skin will begin to smooth out and she'll start to look more and more like a newborn. She's also growing more hair — and if you could see it, you'd now be able to discern its color and texture."
Veggie size of the month:
The pod at 25 weeks:
My cravings have shifted from chocolate and other sweets to FRUIT, FRUIT and more FRUIT! I still enjoy the occasional sugary candy such as Blow Pops (a new fave). I am eating about the same quantity of food. I don't feel like my appetite has increased dramatically at all. I am definitely a water-aholic but definitely still enjoy an ice cold iced tea about every other day.
Movement has been pretty intense and consistent over the last couple of days. And, put your pitch forks and flaming torches down for a minute, the movement does kinda creep me out a little! Yes, folks, I know it is a precious baby that I will love and adore. But, right now, it is an alien being that is doing somersaults in my stomach and kicking me with actual feet and hands. And they aren't mine. There is living growth inside of me that is doing it!! I'm sorry but, like when I see meat on a bone I can't eat it because I think too much about it and know what it actually is?? Same thing here. If I think too much about it, it kinda gives me the heeby-geebies. But, yes, it is reassuring and adorable. And T enjoys it all. I will try to be the good mom to be and say that I love every darn minute of it! Wink, wink...
But, saying all that, it is reassuring to know that things are happening. Although, as I feel things getting stronger and stronger, I wonder how it will be a month from now.
Anyway, that's about all I have tonight. I will probably give another update Thursday after our next doctor's appointment. No sonogram pics on this trip. Just a check up and heart beat listen. Oh and I am sure they will take this time to schedule my awesome glucose test which involves me visiting the blood sucking vampires once again. BOO!
Dear Cashew,
You certainly are getting strong in there. I feel you moving everyday and not just a little. Yesterday you were at it all day...and night!! No wonder you were a little quieter today. You were probably exhausted!! Daddy felt you while he was resting his arm across my belly when we were watching TV. He kept looking over at me like WOW! I was like, I know!! And it is non-stop!
We might be getting a new vehicle in the next day or so. It will be considered your first car so don't ever say we didn't buy you a car. We both want to make your ride comfortable and safe. My car just doesn't fit the bill. As much as I love my car, I know the time has come to move on. I hope you like your new sporty ride. If we get it...
Well, I am pretty tired and I think it is time for a couple of Tums. The hamburger for lunch and the spaghetti for dinner is hating me right now.
We can't wait to hear you on Thursday! I can feel you jumping around in there now so I have a feeling you will be poking me for a while tonight. Carry on. I am learning to find my Zen and get to sleep even with your disco party rockin'.
We love you bunches!
Mommy & Daddy
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
24 weeks
Aaannnddd, here we are. 24 weeks and the clock is still slowly clicking forward. I am sure it will only slow down from here. I here the last trimester goes at snail pace! Tonight was a nice night with old friends that T and I used to work with at the Westin. Their one year old was there and was absolutely adorable. So full of facial expressions. I had a burger and a few fries and now I feel like the skin on my stomach can stretch no more. Like, if I take a deep breath I may rip at the seams! In other words, I am highly uncomfortable right now even though I immediately changed into my favorite pj pants upon arrival home!!
In other news, I have added a few polls to my blog for your (and my) entertainment! The first one is for you to predict if we are having a boy or a girl. If you go off of Old Wives Tales, I will add a list here shortly of my characteristics so that you can take a guess. The second poll is for you to let us know what you think would be a good boy name and then the last is to pick a girl name. Truth be told, we have already decided on the names. And, yes, they are included in the lists. But we are keeping it to ourselves until D-Day. But we thought it would be fun to see what you thought!
Here are my pregnancy characteristics that can maybe fit in some Old Wives Tales somewhere:
~ I am definitely carrying entirely in front like a basketball (see pic below from rear angle)
~ I had "morning" sickness which felt more like a constant hangover but never any puking.
~ I can't really tell if I am carrying high or low. It shifts a lot during the day. You can be the judge based on my pics below.
~ My skin is clearer and more "glowing" than ever in my life and my nails and hair are thick, long and shiny. Can I keep this attribute after pregnancy? Please?
~ I have craved sweets, sour and salty. But lately I have been craving fruit.
~ Baby's heart rate has been consistently 144 since the first time checked.
If there are any other characteristics you would like to know before voting, feel free to ask. I don't know all the wives tales but I know some of those items above are a part of the nonsense. Look at it this way, your chances of being right are 50/50! Where else can you find odds like that?
I sent my Dad the valance from our bedding set. I am really excited to see what he comes up with. And it sounds like he is excited as well to do it! That will be so special over the crib.
Some might call it nesting but I call it cleaning...I have a list of organizational projects that I want to complete over the next couple of weeks. One big one is tackling Tay's room again. It needs a shake down for sure. And I want to get our closet organized...really that just means getting a cute bin of some sort to hold our flip flops. They are just strewn about. I have other projects, including Xmas gifts that I am handmaking, that need to be done in the next couple of months. No pressure.
I am pretty tired from dinner so I think I am going to jump right to pics now:
24 week belly pic
The pod has a head...stereotypical pregnant bump shot
24 week booty shot to show that I am only carrying in the front. T says no expansion has taken place in any other location. Ok, he is my sweet husband but I want so desperately to believe it is true!!
BABYCENTER.COM INFO FOR THIS WEEK:
How your baby's growing:
Your baby's growing steadily, having gained about 4 ounces since last week. That puts him at just over a pound. Since he's almost a foot long (picture an ear of corn), he cuts a pretty lean figure at this point, but his body is filling out proportionally and he'll soon start to plump up. His brain is also growing quickly now, and his taste buds are continuing to develop. His lungs are developing "branches" of the respiratory "tree" as well as cells that produce surfactant, a substance that will help his air sacs inflate once he hits the outside world. His skin is still thin and translucent, but that will start to change soon.
I might skip my letter to Cashew tonight. I am so tired and my eyes are on fire looking at this computer screen. He/she is starting to wake up and movement is picking up. It is usually in full force as I lay down to try and sleep...the optimal word being "try." I will write to him/her soon.
Stay tuned...
In other news, I have added a few polls to my blog for your (and my) entertainment! The first one is for you to predict if we are having a boy or a girl. If you go off of Old Wives Tales, I will add a list here shortly of my characteristics so that you can take a guess. The second poll is for you to let us know what you think would be a good boy name and then the last is to pick a girl name. Truth be told, we have already decided on the names. And, yes, they are included in the lists. But we are keeping it to ourselves until D-Day. But we thought it would be fun to see what you thought!
Here are my pregnancy characteristics that can maybe fit in some Old Wives Tales somewhere:
~ I am definitely carrying entirely in front like a basketball (see pic below from rear angle)
~ I had "morning" sickness which felt more like a constant hangover but never any puking.
~ I can't really tell if I am carrying high or low. It shifts a lot during the day. You can be the judge based on my pics below.
~ My skin is clearer and more "glowing" than ever in my life and my nails and hair are thick, long and shiny. Can I keep this attribute after pregnancy? Please?
~ I have craved sweets, sour and salty. But lately I have been craving fruit.
~ Baby's heart rate has been consistently 144 since the first time checked.
If there are any other characteristics you would like to know before voting, feel free to ask. I don't know all the wives tales but I know some of those items above are a part of the nonsense. Look at it this way, your chances of being right are 50/50! Where else can you find odds like that?
I sent my Dad the valance from our bedding set. I am really excited to see what he comes up with. And it sounds like he is excited as well to do it! That will be so special over the crib.
Some might call it nesting but I call it cleaning...I have a list of organizational projects that I want to complete over the next couple of weeks. One big one is tackling Tay's room again. It needs a shake down for sure. And I want to get our closet organized...really that just means getting a cute bin of some sort to hold our flip flops. They are just strewn about. I have other projects, including Xmas gifts that I am handmaking, that need to be done in the next couple of months. No pressure.
I am pretty tired from dinner so I think I am going to jump right to pics now:
24 week belly pic
The pod has a head...stereotypical pregnant bump shot
24 week booty shot to show that I am only carrying in the front. T says no expansion has taken place in any other location. Ok, he is my sweet husband but I want so desperately to believe it is true!!
BABYCENTER.COM INFO FOR THIS WEEK:
How your baby's growing:
Your baby's growing steadily, having gained about 4 ounces since last week. That puts him at just over a pound. Since he's almost a foot long (picture an ear of corn), he cuts a pretty lean figure at this point, but his body is filling out proportionally and he'll soon start to plump up. His brain is also growing quickly now, and his taste buds are continuing to develop. His lungs are developing "branches" of the respiratory "tree" as well as cells that produce surfactant, a substance that will help his air sacs inflate once he hits the outside world. His skin is still thin and translucent, but that will start to change soon.
I might skip my letter to Cashew tonight. I am so tired and my eyes are on fire looking at this computer screen. He/she is starting to wake up and movement is picking up. It is usually in full force as I lay down to try and sleep...the optimal word being "try." I will write to him/her soon.
Stay tuned...
Monday, August 31, 2009
An observation...
On the eve of my V-Day (Viability Day, which is the day - and those following - when, if the baby by chance is born early, they have a higher survival rate with a lot of medical assistance), I noticed something crazy. My stomach changes shape throughout the day! This morning it was flat under my ribs but then bulgy a bit lower. After lunch, it was a basketball under my shirt! So odd! Right now? High and in the shape of a basketball.
I have heard that no one was able to comment on this blog so I changed some settings. You can see if you can comment now.
I will be blogging with more updates tomorrow when I (and cashew) turn 24 weeks. This means 12 more weeks until I am considered "full term" and 16 more weeks before my due date. This also means 16 more weeks of Xmas shopping time, FYI...
I have heard that no one was able to comment on this blog so I changed some settings. You can see if you can comment now.
I will be blogging with more updates tomorrow when I (and cashew) turn 24 weeks. This means 12 more weeks until I am considered "full term" and 16 more weeks before my due date. This also means 16 more weeks of Xmas shopping time, FYI...
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Up, up, up with the sun
With my strange sleeping patterns lately, it is amazing that I can put two words together, nevermind a full sentence. However, this morning, as I watched the sunrise, a poem popped into my head that I may use with Cashew. It would be like a good morning poem to get everyone going (of course, this isn't for infancy although I could possibly still read it to them and do the motions with them).
I was thinking that there would be hand, arm and body movement to go with it to really make it interactive and fun. Don't judge me on my lack of rhyming skills. I am certainly not going to print with this poem. It is just for Cashew, Daddy and me. But I thought I would share...
Up, up, up
Up, up, up comes the sun
It’s face glowing bright
Its rays reach wide
Waving goodbye to the night.
Up, up, up are the birds
Singing their morning song.
They flap their wings
As they soar happily along.
Up, up, up are the trees
Their branches reach high
To embrace the light
From the morning sky.
Up, up, up are the doggies
Their tails wagging fast
A quick trip outside
And then breakfast at last.
Up, up, up are the kitties
They stretch and they yawn
Excited to play
And watch birds on the lawn.
Up, up, up little (name)
It’s time for the day
Time to get ready
To have fun, learn and play.
Up, up, up with your arms
Stretch to the sky
Turn in a circle
And blink each eye.
Up, up, up with your smile
Let’s get ready to go
Give out big hugs
Cuz you are loved more than you know!
I was thinking that there would be hand, arm and body movement to go with it to really make it interactive and fun. Don't judge me on my lack of rhyming skills. I am certainly not going to print with this poem. It is just for Cashew, Daddy and me. But I thought I would share...
Up, up, up
Up, up, up comes the sun
It’s face glowing bright
Its rays reach wide
Waving goodbye to the night.
Up, up, up are the birds
Singing their morning song.
They flap their wings
As they soar happily along.
Up, up, up are the trees
Their branches reach high
To embrace the light
From the morning sky.
Up, up, up are the doggies
Their tails wagging fast
A quick trip outside
And then breakfast at last.
Up, up, up are the kitties
They stretch and they yawn
Excited to play
And watch birds on the lawn.
Up, up, up little (name)
It’s time for the day
Time to get ready
To have fun, learn and play.
Up, up, up with your arms
Stretch to the sky
Turn in a circle
And blink each eye.
Up, up, up with your smile
Let’s get ready to go
Give out big hugs
Cuz you are loved more than you know!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
23 weeks: The Good, The Bad, The Hormones
I finally made it to 23 weeks - time seems to be standing still as it has for months now. But I am trying my hardest to just enjoy the time being pregnant since this may (or may not) be my last time. But some days are harder than others.
I had a tough weekend. Tay wasn't feeling well and kept us up most of the weekend. My patience and compassion started jumping out the window (and I wasn't too far behind them) which made me really nervous about whether or not I even had a "mom" gene. I'm glad I didn't blog on Sunday as I had thought I might. Moms (and a few new Dads) would probably hunt me down with pitch forks and torches because I would be looked upon as evil. But I didn't post and I am grateful I didn't. Monday I felt a little better mentally and today I am back to watching the seconds tick on the clock and x'ing off days on the calendar. If I could just make it to October...maybe time would go a little faster...
Yesterday I went to visit a good friend of mine who just had her baby about three weeks ago. My friend looks GREAT - OMG she is so beautiful. I never would have imagined she JUST had a baby. She is definitely my idol!! Not to mention she is closer to my age which makes her even more my idol!! They live very close to us so I am excited about our kids hanging out together. She has a 2-1/2 year old son that is just adorable. Seeing him made my heart skip a beat and made me realize how happy I would be to have a boy (I know...healthy baby is the most important and I am not saying I wouldn't be happy with a girl...gotta cover my bases so that I don't get flamed). And her baby...and I am not one to think babies are that pretty in the beginning...is like a Gerber baby even this young. Anyway, congrats to the whole family once again and I can't wait for our babies to meet!!
After my visit, I headed to Fry's to pick up a few things. I usually shop at the Walmart close to us for groceries but Fry's happened to be on the way home and I didn't really want to hop on the freeway to hit Walmart. I was surprised at how some things are so much more expensive at Fry's while other things were such a great deal. There was a great sale on the produce - which looked a heck of a lot better than Walmart's produce - so I was excited about that! I stocked up on veggies and fruit. And, can I say...I am plum crazy over plums right now!! I already had one today and may end up having another before the night is up. I guess I never realized how delicious they are!!
Today was a tough day physically. I woke up at my usual 2 - 3 AM timeframe and had to go the bathroom. After that, as usual, I had a hard time going back to sleep. I ended up turning on the TV in the bedroom and watched a couple of episodes of Three's Company before I felt like I could drift back off to sleep. I don't think I have had a restful night sleep in weeks. I really don't. And it isn't so much about being uncomfortable. My belly isn't really big enough to make me uncomfortable yet. It is just not being able to sleep. Once I am awake, I am awake. It is pretty frustrating.
I got up this morning and had two...yes TWO...bowls of Special K cereal. I NEVER used to eat cereal and certainly not two bowls. I am noticing my appetite getting a bit stronger. After I ate my cereal, I became very flush and warm. I started feeling very light headed and a little dizzy. I went to lay down under the ceiling fan in the bedroom and fell asleep...for TWO hours!! I don't EVER do that! This all had me a little worried so I asked our family nurse (and wonderful friend) Linda what she thought could have caused this. She said my sugar level probably spiked after the cereal which made me feel that way. She didn't seem at all concerned so I am chalking it up to that. I mentioned that my appetite was getting a lot stronger which worried me. I don't want to gain a bunch of weight. She said to just be sure and make smart choices and gave me the suggestion of toast with peanut butter.
And to keep exercising! Which I did NOT do today. Actually, I didn't do much today. My nap through me off and I felt unmotivated and tired all day. A shower helped but it didn't boost my motivation in the least. I will need to catch up on my chores tomorrow as well as give Jackson a bath - he stinks and the groomer can't make it until next Tuesday. I might go for a walk this evening but even that sounds to laboring. It may be a veg'd out TV watching night. I hate that but I just can't seem to light that fire under my rear. No excuses. I am hitting the gym for the rest of the week!
I added another item to the nursery. My blanket rack came in. I need your opinions as to which side of the crib it should go:
This side:
Or this side:
Here is a closer look at the rack:
Now about Cashew. Here is a little bit about what's going on with him/her right now (as per BabyCenter.com):
"Turn on the radio and sway to the music. With her sense of movement well developed by now, your baby can feel you dance. And now that she's more than 11 inches long and weighs just over a pound (about as much as a large mango), you may be able to see her squirm underneath your clothes. Blood vessels in her lungs are developing to prepare for breathing, and the sounds that your baby's increasingly keen ears pick up are preparing her for entry into the outside world. Loud noises that become familiar now — such as your dog barking or the roar of the vacuum cleaner — probably won't faze her when she hears them outside the womb."
For me:
Weight gain: Haven't checked in a while. Last week I was up 8 lbs from pre-pregnancy weight. I will check at the gym tomorrow.
Movement: I feel Cashew everyday...a lot! You can now see some movement on the outside and T can definitely feel movement as well.
Latest craving: FRUIT! Especially plums!!
Next milestone: Making it to 24 weeks
Next doc appt: Sept 10
Next needle poke in the arm for more blood: They will schedule my Gestational Diabetes screening at my next appt. So I have a few more weeks before the torture.
Sleeping: NO
Belly button: Shallow but not popped
This is a pic of me yesterday wearing actual clothes to go somewhere! Haha! I just wanted people to know that I don't always wear stretch pants and wife beaters.
22 weeks, 6 days
23 week pic in a pair of new maternity jeans that I love...oh the comfort!
That's all for now.
Dear Cashew,
Now that you can feel me dancing, let me apologize to you. I am a total white girl with white girl moves. And, although I love to dance (and sing when alone), I am definitely not winning any contests. So please don't learn my moves. You seem to have your own moves anyway and WOW are they doozies! I wish I could watch you and see what the heck you are doing! It can feel pretty crazy in there!
You must be growing by leaps and bounds. I seem to always feel hungry and thirsty and very tired. You are already draining my energy! I guess that's good preparation for the next 18 years! I need to keep up with my vitamins. I am sure missing them from time to time isn't helping me much. I read that you don't really need them anymore as much as I do. You get the nutrients you need from whatever I eat and I have to fend for myself after that.
I had a tough weekend and, if you heard me talking to Daddy Sunday night, you probably think that I am really worried about being a mom. I am. I will admit that. But, after talking to your Daddy (who is definitely my better half) he made me feel a lot better about our family. I know there will be challenges and I know there will be a lot to learn but we are in it together! We will have the best family EVER!
Well, time to kick back and enjoy the evening. I will be hitting the gym tomorrow so get some rest tonight. And help me get some rest too.
Love you already and always!!!
Mommy
PS...Daddy talks to my belly all the time now. Do you hear him? I think he thinks my belly button is the portal to your ear! But it is very sweet and he loves you VERY much! He loves feeling you kick and squirm. It lights up his face.
I had a tough weekend. Tay wasn't feeling well and kept us up most of the weekend. My patience and compassion started jumping out the window (and I wasn't too far behind them) which made me really nervous about whether or not I even had a "mom" gene. I'm glad I didn't blog on Sunday as I had thought I might. Moms (and a few new Dads) would probably hunt me down with pitch forks and torches because I would be looked upon as evil. But I didn't post and I am grateful I didn't. Monday I felt a little better mentally and today I am back to watching the seconds tick on the clock and x'ing off days on the calendar. If I could just make it to October...maybe time would go a little faster...
Yesterday I went to visit a good friend of mine who just had her baby about three weeks ago. My friend looks GREAT - OMG she is so beautiful. I never would have imagined she JUST had a baby. She is definitely my idol!! Not to mention she is closer to my age which makes her even more my idol!! They live very close to us so I am excited about our kids hanging out together. She has a 2-1/2 year old son that is just adorable. Seeing him made my heart skip a beat and made me realize how happy I would be to have a boy (I know...healthy baby is the most important and I am not saying I wouldn't be happy with a girl...gotta cover my bases so that I don't get flamed). And her baby...and I am not one to think babies are that pretty in the beginning...is like a Gerber baby even this young. Anyway, congrats to the whole family once again and I can't wait for our babies to meet!!
After my visit, I headed to Fry's to pick up a few things. I usually shop at the Walmart close to us for groceries but Fry's happened to be on the way home and I didn't really want to hop on the freeway to hit Walmart. I was surprised at how some things are so much more expensive at Fry's while other things were such a great deal. There was a great sale on the produce - which looked a heck of a lot better than Walmart's produce - so I was excited about that! I stocked up on veggies and fruit. And, can I say...I am plum crazy over plums right now!! I already had one today and may end up having another before the night is up. I guess I never realized how delicious they are!!
Today was a tough day physically. I woke up at my usual 2 - 3 AM timeframe and had to go the bathroom. After that, as usual, I had a hard time going back to sleep. I ended up turning on the TV in the bedroom and watched a couple of episodes of Three's Company before I felt like I could drift back off to sleep. I don't think I have had a restful night sleep in weeks. I really don't. And it isn't so much about being uncomfortable. My belly isn't really big enough to make me uncomfortable yet. It is just not being able to sleep. Once I am awake, I am awake. It is pretty frustrating.
I got up this morning and had two...yes TWO...bowls of Special K cereal. I NEVER used to eat cereal and certainly not two bowls. I am noticing my appetite getting a bit stronger. After I ate my cereal, I became very flush and warm. I started feeling very light headed and a little dizzy. I went to lay down under the ceiling fan in the bedroom and fell asleep...for TWO hours!! I don't EVER do that! This all had me a little worried so I asked our family nurse (and wonderful friend) Linda what she thought could have caused this. She said my sugar level probably spiked after the cereal which made me feel that way. She didn't seem at all concerned so I am chalking it up to that. I mentioned that my appetite was getting a lot stronger which worried me. I don't want to gain a bunch of weight. She said to just be sure and make smart choices and gave me the suggestion of toast with peanut butter.
And to keep exercising! Which I did NOT do today. Actually, I didn't do much today. My nap through me off and I felt unmotivated and tired all day. A shower helped but it didn't boost my motivation in the least. I will need to catch up on my chores tomorrow as well as give Jackson a bath - he stinks and the groomer can't make it until next Tuesday. I might go for a walk this evening but even that sounds to laboring. It may be a veg'd out TV watching night. I hate that but I just can't seem to light that fire under my rear. No excuses. I am hitting the gym for the rest of the week!
I added another item to the nursery. My blanket rack came in. I need your opinions as to which side of the crib it should go:
This side:
Or this side:
Here is a closer look at the rack:
Now about Cashew. Here is a little bit about what's going on with him/her right now (as per BabyCenter.com):
"Turn on the radio and sway to the music. With her sense of movement well developed by now, your baby can feel you dance. And now that she's more than 11 inches long and weighs just over a pound (about as much as a large mango), you may be able to see her squirm underneath your clothes. Blood vessels in her lungs are developing to prepare for breathing, and the sounds that your baby's increasingly keen ears pick up are preparing her for entry into the outside world. Loud noises that become familiar now — such as your dog barking or the roar of the vacuum cleaner — probably won't faze her when she hears them outside the womb."
For me:
Weight gain: Haven't checked in a while. Last week I was up 8 lbs from pre-pregnancy weight. I will check at the gym tomorrow.
Movement: I feel Cashew everyday...a lot! You can now see some movement on the outside and T can definitely feel movement as well.
Latest craving: FRUIT! Especially plums!!
Next milestone: Making it to 24 weeks
Next doc appt: Sept 10
Next needle poke in the arm for more blood: They will schedule my Gestational Diabetes screening at my next appt. So I have a few more weeks before the torture.
Sleeping: NO
Belly button: Shallow but not popped
This is a pic of me yesterday wearing actual clothes to go somewhere! Haha! I just wanted people to know that I don't always wear stretch pants and wife beaters.
22 weeks, 6 days
23 week pic in a pair of new maternity jeans that I love...oh the comfort!
That's all for now.
Dear Cashew,
Now that you can feel me dancing, let me apologize to you. I am a total white girl with white girl moves. And, although I love to dance (and sing when alone), I am definitely not winning any contests. So please don't learn my moves. You seem to have your own moves anyway and WOW are they doozies! I wish I could watch you and see what the heck you are doing! It can feel pretty crazy in there!
You must be growing by leaps and bounds. I seem to always feel hungry and thirsty and very tired. You are already draining my energy! I guess that's good preparation for the next 18 years! I need to keep up with my vitamins. I am sure missing them from time to time isn't helping me much. I read that you don't really need them anymore as much as I do. You get the nutrients you need from whatever I eat and I have to fend for myself after that.
I had a tough weekend and, if you heard me talking to Daddy Sunday night, you probably think that I am really worried about being a mom. I am. I will admit that. But, after talking to your Daddy (who is definitely my better half) he made me feel a lot better about our family. I know there will be challenges and I know there will be a lot to learn but we are in it together! We will have the best family EVER!
Well, time to kick back and enjoy the evening. I will be hitting the gym tomorrow so get some rest tonight. And help me get some rest too.
Love you already and always!!!
Mommy
PS...Daddy talks to my belly all the time now. Do you hear him? I think he thinks my belly button is the portal to your ear! But it is very sweet and he loves you VERY much! He loves feeling you kick and squirm. It lights up his face.
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