Wow, three weeks since my last post--that means exactly what you might suspect--we've been busy! Since I last wrote, here are the major things that come to mind that have happened:
1. Late mother's day celebration. your grandmas were not able to come for what was the actual weekend of mother's day, so we just waited until 2 weeks later when they were able to be with us. They both remarked about how big my belly is/how pregnant I look, and I told them about how you are moving all the time, causing me to make funny faces and sounds as you insist on riding as low as possible. We all had a great time together--got a new bed put together for the guest room, ate some great meals, the moms (and mom to be (me)) got mani/pedis and massages, and laughed a lot together as always. Grandma J bought us your stroller as an early shower gift, too! Grandma L and her husband are making you a crib, but it's not ready yet. Daddy bought me/us a rocking chair to help nurse and put you to sleep. Your room is getting full!
2. I had another checkup appointment for the pregnancy. Was told that you are still right on track, got to hear your heartbeat (love that sound!) and my measurements are where they are supposed to be--all good news. We go back in 4 weeks for a gestational diabetes screening.
3. My tutoring and homeschooling kept me very occupied, but that is quite normal. Unfortunately, I hit a big snag this Sunday when the mom of the homeschool kids decided she wants to find something else :( This made me mad, sad, frustrated and disappointed. But as I will tell you many times and I am sure is true now, this happened for a reason; I may never know exactly why, but I'll move on and find the next step in the path. Very important to remain positive-minded!
4. I went garage sale-ing to find lots of great bargains to help with your arrival. I got tons of clothing in many sizes, some toys and other stuff. Also searched for and got a pack-n-play from a nice family on craigslist.
That's all for the events section, at least all I can think of for the moment. You are currently moving around like crazy this evening, and seem to be getting more active each day. Your favorite thing now seems to be kicking me just behind my right hip bone, in a way that is rather ticklish for me :) No matter what it does to me, I love feeling your movements and cannot wait to meet you! Just 15 more weeks (approximately)...
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
22 weeks :)
Today we reach the 22 week mark, leaving just 18 weeks until we get to meet you. Both your dad and I can hardly wait! The weather suddenly turned very hot today--temps in the mid 80's, like an early taste of summer. It's only supposed to last a few days, then back to more spring-like weather (60's during the day, etc).
You are moving a lot these days; I was saying to your dad earlier that I wish I could see what you are doing in there. Sometimes you seem to be trying to tickle me, I swear! The most movement happens when: 1. we are riding in the car on my way to tutoring appointments (or elsewhere), 2. right after I eat or drink anything, 3. when you hear music. Hope that means you like those things lol.
Since the weather has been much better lately, dad and I have been going for walks everyday, mostly in our neighborhood. We talk about how we will do this with you--first in carriers or strollers, then with you walking beside us! Lucky us, we live near lots of things, including the library, many parks with playgrounds full of kids and great playground equipment, and places to eat. I imagine taking you to the library to check out books to read together, then some time to enjoy the park, too.
I may not write here everyday, but you are a part of everyday for me/us already...
You are moving a lot these days; I was saying to your dad earlier that I wish I could see what you are doing in there. Sometimes you seem to be trying to tickle me, I swear! The most movement happens when: 1. we are riding in the car on my way to tutoring appointments (or elsewhere), 2. right after I eat or drink anything, 3. when you hear music. Hope that means you like those things lol.
Since the weather has been much better lately, dad and I have been going for walks everyday, mostly in our neighborhood. We talk about how we will do this with you--first in carriers or strollers, then with you walking beside us! Lucky us, we live near lots of things, including the library, many parks with playgrounds full of kids and great playground equipment, and places to eat. I imagine taking you to the library to check out books to read together, then some time to enjoy the park, too.
I may not write here everyday, but you are a part of everyday for me/us already...
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
21 weeks, 1 day
(note: the title indicates how far along I am in the pregnancy)
It was just 6 days ago that we got to see you on the ultrasound and find out you are a boy--it was such an exciting day! I wanted to start the blog that evening, but our (mine and your dad's) schedules were simply a bit too crowded, thus I had to wait until today. I've been able to feel you moving since I was about 14 weeks along; you moved so much during the scan that many of the printed pictures we have are a bit blurry :) I love feeling you move--it still surprises me pretty often, even though I'm more used to it now. The pregnancy has given me a mild case of heartburn lately (first time in my life for this), which is nothing compared to what some people have to put up with while they are pregnant, so I feel lucky in this respect. Every day, I think of you often and wonder what it is exactly that you are doing in there, wishing I could see you again. As far as I know, I won't get to until you are born, which is still a few months away. And yes, we love you already, very much. Your grandparents, uncle Kevin, and other relatives are also very excited about your pending arrival.
Thought you might like to know that while in utero, you have traveled a bit more than perhaps the average fetus. Besides visiting our relatives in other nearby states, you also experienced two trips to California (via plane); one was for a conference dad attended, where he bought you your first piece of clothing (a onesie), and the other was for the wedding of a friend (Justin). On that trip, you visited your first National Park, Yosemite. It was the first time any of us had been there--we thought it was gorgeous, and talked about coming back there one day with you. We hope you will love nature just like we do and that we will have lots of great experiences exploring and enjoying it as a family.
It was just 6 days ago that we got to see you on the ultrasound and find out you are a boy--it was such an exciting day! I wanted to start the blog that evening, but our (mine and your dad's) schedules were simply a bit too crowded, thus I had to wait until today. I've been able to feel you moving since I was about 14 weeks along; you moved so much during the scan that many of the printed pictures we have are a bit blurry :) I love feeling you move--it still surprises me pretty often, even though I'm more used to it now. The pregnancy has given me a mild case of heartburn lately (first time in my life for this), which is nothing compared to what some people have to put up with while they are pregnant, so I feel lucky in this respect. Every day, I think of you often and wonder what it is exactly that you are doing in there, wishing I could see you again. As far as I know, I won't get to until you are born, which is still a few months away. And yes, we love you already, very much. Your grandparents, uncle Kevin, and other relatives are also very excited about your pending arrival.
Thought you might like to know that while in utero, you have traveled a bit more than perhaps the average fetus. Besides visiting our relatives in other nearby states, you also experienced two trips to California (via plane); one was for a conference dad attended, where he bought you your first piece of clothing (a onesie), and the other was for the wedding of a friend (Justin). On that trip, you visited your first National Park, Yosemite. It was the first time any of us had been there--we thought it was gorgeous, and talked about coming back there one day with you. We hope you will love nature just like we do and that we will have lots of great experiences exploring and enjoying it as a family.
A blog for our child
This blog is going to be all about the life of our child, who has not yet arrived, but is already very loved. I find myself wishing I knew more about my life up to the point that I started to have my own memories, as well as my childhood in general. Thus, I thought blogging about this life being created and what happens once he is in the world would be a great gift to him when he is old enough to appreciate it. It shall be written in the form of a "book" addressed to him. "You" from this point on will be directed at Avery, who is supposed to arrive officially mid-September :)
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