This week has been pretty slow there won't be much of an update, after the past couple weeks this is a welcome change. We do have our 32 week appointment tomorrow, Friday, so I will update if we hear any news from that. We had our first winter storm of the year, it started late Tuesday night and wrapped up last night leaving us with about 10 inches. We are supposed to get back into the high 50's and low 60's for the rest of the week/weekend so hopefully it will all melt. I do have to admit it made me pretty excited, knowing that winter is here and Braelyn is right around the corner.
Last night we did a little work on the nursery and are hoping to get the remaining pieces this weekend so we can finish it! We also have our maternity pictures on Saturday with Brittney :)
Baby is measuring at the size of a (fatter) Squash this week!
"Baby's going through major brain and nerve development these days. Her irises now react to light, and all five senses are in working order. (She won't pick up anything from her nose until after birth, though -- smell is transferred through air, not amniotic fluid.)"
How far along? 31 weeks and 5 days.
Maternity clothes? I got some new stuff for the maternity pictures and dinner out with the neighbors we have this weekend.
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? I go back and forth on this but for the most part it doesn't look too good for the next 18+ years :)
Best moment this week? Working on some parts of the nursery, we are just a few steps away from being DONE!!
Food cravings: None still, it isn't looking like I will really have any. Morning sickness is for sure making a come back...
Movement? I feel like things have slowed down in this department but I still feel her all day everyday so I think maybe she's just growing and running out of room in there!
What I miss? I think just being comfortable - you know, being able to breathe, put on socks, sleep through the night without peeing 5 times ;)
What I'm looking forward to: We can't wait to meet our little girl for the first time but last night Danny and I were counting and we have NINE (give or take) weekends together. We are going to relax and take advantage of the free time and I am really looking forward to that!
Milestones: The next milestone I am looking forward to is 37 (FULL TERM) weeks, I can't believe that is only 5 weeks away!
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Saturday, October 22, 2011
30 Weeks
We had quite the week with midwife appointments, flat tires, hospital tours, picking up curtains from Pottery Barn Kids, Blackhawks game and we ended the week with a bang at Sionna's gymnastics meet. The hospital tour was short and sweet but pretty surreal, we couldn't believe that was the place we would meet our little girl for the first time (we can't wait!).
I also started listening to Jack Johnson's My Little Girl and I think we have our first lullaby for Brae, if you've seen the registry you probably saw the lullaby CD's aren't traditional. I have a big love for music, it's always held a huge spot in my heart and Danny and I's relationship together so no reason not to start her off on the right foot :)
Baby is measuring at the size of a (fatter) Squash this week!
"As baby's skin smoothes out, her brain just keeps getting more wrinkled. All those grooves and indentations increase surface area, meaning more room for that oh-so-essential brain tissue. She's also adding some brawn -- her grip is now strong enough to grasp a finger."
How far along? 30 weeks and 7 days.
Maternity clothes? I think this will be another given over the last 10 weeks.
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? I had a couple nights in our 59 degree house but Danny and the dogs aren't enjoying the temp changes as much as I am!
Best moment this week? Finding out we shouldn't have to worry about this little lady making an appearance in the next two weeks.
Food cravings: I was hoping these might pick up but it seems like the dreaded morning sickness is making a slow comeback instead...
Movement? She is back to her active little self and we love it!
What I miss? Missing not having constant fears but I don't see this stopping ever again :)
What I'm looking forward to: Danny and I have talked a lot lately about holiday and family traditions and I am so excited to have those with our little family. I have been getting more and more excited about all the things that will happen after she makes her debut!
Milestones: Past 30 weeks now, loving being in the final stages.
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| Sister's been to Blackhawks and Cubs game in Utero! |
I also started listening to Jack Johnson's My Little Girl and I think we have our first lullaby for Brae, if you've seen the registry you probably saw the lullaby CD's aren't traditional. I have a big love for music, it's always held a huge spot in my heart and Danny and I's relationship together so no reason not to start her off on the right foot :)
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| 30 weeks - on our way to the hospital for the tour! |
"As baby's skin smoothes out, her brain just keeps getting more wrinkled. All those grooves and indentations increase surface area, meaning more room for that oh-so-essential brain tissue. She's also adding some brawn -- her grip is now strong enough to grasp a finger."
How far along? 30 weeks and 7 days.
Maternity clothes? I think this will be another given over the last 10 weeks.
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? I had a couple nights in our 59 degree house but Danny and the dogs aren't enjoying the temp changes as much as I am!
Best moment this week? Finding out we shouldn't have to worry about this little lady making an appearance in the next two weeks.
Food cravings: I was hoping these might pick up but it seems like the dreaded morning sickness is making a slow comeback instead...
Movement? She is back to her active little self and we love it!
What I miss? Missing not having constant fears but I don't see this stopping ever again :)
What I'm looking forward to: Danny and I have talked a lot lately about holiday and family traditions and I am so excited to have those with our little family. I have been getting more and more excited about all the things that will happen after she makes her debut!
Milestones: Past 30 weeks now, loving being in the final stages.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Tests! - with an update
So a little mid-week post is in order after the end of the week last week and the beginning of the week this week! Last week Braelyn decided to take some time off from her frequent movements and had us a little on edge at our appointment, after talking to the Midwife she decided we should do an NST (non-stress test) just in case. I reclined back with monitors on my tummy waiting for my little girl to pick it up from the apple juice box sugar rush...no go. After the normal 20 minutes in came the nurse to check our results, "uhm let me go get Wendy" (the midwife). Danny and I looked at each other a little nervous at this point but in came Wendy to reassure us, she brought me another juice box and a peppermint to give this little girl an even bigger sugar rush. 40 minutes later Wendy came back in, still not great results but she chased her down with the doppler and made sure we got her moving...she hasn't stopped since (continuing to prove her point :)).
On Friday I started getting some cramping and the usual braxton hicks contractions that lasted through the weekend but not with any regularity until Sunday when I started having some sharp pains during our walk. This also led to some stronger BH contractions that we had to stop for. I called the nurses line Monday and they scheduled another appointment for me to come in and check up on little girl. We met with a student and she got all our symptoms and took to the midwife, in they both came to discuss pre-term labor with us. Danny stepped out and I got a full exam along with the pre-term labor, fetal fibronectin (fFN) test. Everything looked just fine, her head is down but still high enough for them not to worry and now we wait for the results of the fFN to decide if she is coming (possibly) in the next two weeks. After that they will determine if the bed rest they put me on last night needs to last longer than till this afternoon. My blood pressure also was a little higher than they liked so we will be keeping an eye on that as well. Looks like the princess is ready to assert herself and Mommy couldn't be happier as long as she does it from the inside :)
We also found out my car has a FLAT tire due to a lovely screw, pretty sure from our construction zone of a neighborhood. Danny changed the tire to the spare yesterday but not really the way we wanted our week to start out! Good thing we have the hospital visit tonight and the Blackhawks game Thursday to turn this week around!
*Update: I got a call back late from the office, test came back...NEGATIVE!! Baby Brae is in for the long haul, YAY!*
On Friday I started getting some cramping and the usual braxton hicks contractions that lasted through the weekend but not with any regularity until Sunday when I started having some sharp pains during our walk. This also led to some stronger BH contractions that we had to stop for. I called the nurses line Monday and they scheduled another appointment for me to come in and check up on little girl. We met with a student and she got all our symptoms and took to the midwife, in they both came to discuss pre-term labor with us. Danny stepped out and I got a full exam along with the pre-term labor, fetal fibronectin (fFN) test. Everything looked just fine, her head is down but still high enough for them not to worry and now we wait for the results of the fFN to decide if she is coming (possibly) in the next two weeks. After that they will determine if the bed rest they put me on last night needs to last longer than till this afternoon. My blood pressure also was a little higher than they liked so we will be keeping an eye on that as well. Looks like the princess is ready to assert herself and Mommy couldn't be happier as long as she does it from the inside :)
We also found out my car has a FLAT tire due to a lovely screw, pretty sure from our construction zone of a neighborhood. Danny changed the tire to the spare yesterday but not really the way we wanted our week to start out! Good thing we have the hospital visit tonight and the Blackhawks game Thursday to turn this week around!
*Update: I got a call back late from the office, test came back...NEGATIVE!! Baby Brae is in for the long haul, YAY!*
Friday, October 14, 2011
29 Weeks
So the "hormones" have finally hit, after thinking I may have gotten out of this pregnancy relatively breakdown free. I also haven't been sleeping very well so that isn't helping things! I got sent a blog to read (I do not recommend this to anyone pregnant and hormonal) and as much as I loved it, I spent two days balling my eyes out...what an AMAZING story: http://www.mattlogelin.com. I ordered the book, "Two Kisses for Maddy" but I may hold off on reading till little lady makes her appearance.
We also had our 30th week (early I know) appt. yesterday, including the dreaded flu shot (my arm is still sore). Wednesday and Thursday morning/afternoon I had noticed a change in Braelyn's movement, I wasn't feeling her as much and she didn't seem so active. The Midwife thought just to be safe we would do a quick stress test, Braelyn wasn't interested in cooperating so our 20 minute test turned into a 40 minute test. After two juice boxes and a peppermint she woke up and decided to be extra active just to prove a point. Everything looks just perfect and we are measuring at 30 weeks with her in a head down position.
Baby is measuring at the size of an Squash (yay we changed) this week!
"Baby's energy is surging, thanks to white fat depositing beneath her skin. And since she's growing so fast (weight will triple by birth), things are getting kind of cramped in the womb. What all this means for you: Get ready for some more kicks and jabs to the ribs."
How far along? 29 weeks and 6 days.
Maternity clothes? Yep still in them, not much has changed.
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? As I mentioned above sleep has not been happening for me. I don't seem to be actually sleeping just teetering on the edge, I can't turn my brain off or find a comfortable position. Hoping it gets better but not making any bets!
Best moment this week? Hearing little ladies heart beat for so long this week was amazing!!
Food cravings: Nada really, trying to lay off the sugar.
Movement? Things picked back up after yesterday's test and haven't stopped since, I love it!
What I miss? Not crying all.the.time, my poor poor husband :)
What I'm looking forward to: So many things but mostly having my baby girl here with us!!
Milestones: Almost to 30 wks and passing our stress test.
We also had our 30th week (early I know) appt. yesterday, including the dreaded flu shot (my arm is still sore). Wednesday and Thursday morning/afternoon I had noticed a change in Braelyn's movement, I wasn't feeling her as much and she didn't seem so active. The Midwife thought just to be safe we would do a quick stress test, Braelyn wasn't interested in cooperating so our 20 minute test turned into a 40 minute test. After two juice boxes and a peppermint she woke up and decided to be extra active just to prove a point. Everything looks just perfect and we are measuring at 30 weeks with her in a head down position.
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| Guanella Pass for our fall outing :) |
Baby is measuring at the size of an Squash (yay we changed) this week!
"Baby's energy is surging, thanks to white fat depositing beneath her skin. And since she's growing so fast (weight will triple by birth), things are getting kind of cramped in the womb. What all this means for you: Get ready for some more kicks and jabs to the ribs."
How far along? 29 weeks and 6 days.
Maternity clothes? Yep still in them, not much has changed.
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? As I mentioned above sleep has not been happening for me. I don't seem to be actually sleeping just teetering on the edge, I can't turn my brain off or find a comfortable position. Hoping it gets better but not making any bets!
Best moment this week? Hearing little ladies heart beat for so long this week was amazing!!
Food cravings: Nada really, trying to lay off the sugar.
Movement? Things picked back up after yesterday's test and haven't stopped since, I love it!
What I miss? Not crying all.the.time, my poor poor husband :)
What I'm looking forward to: So many things but mostly having my baby girl here with us!!
Milestones: Almost to 30 wks and passing our stress test.
Friday, October 7, 2011
28 Weeks
Warning: feeling a little sentimental today, I will try to keep it in check :)
We had Tim and Kristi's wedding and a Bears game last week but other than that it was a wonderful weekend at home, relaxing. Tim and Kristi's wedding was beautiful (the bride was STUNNING) but we did have to leave early, my bed time doesn't work well with evening plans these days. I did try to wear a pair of wedges, well that didn't turn out well and my ankle is still hurting... I guess there is a reason they say to stay off them, whooops!
I passed the GD test, YAY, so no three hour test for me. We are also starting bi-weekly appointments next week, it still doesn't seem possible that I am far enough along for that yet.
Baby is measuring at the size of an Eggplant this week - just a fatter one!
"Baby's lungs are mature enough that, if born right now, she has a pretty good chance of surviving (with help from medical technology). Her skin is still pretty wrinkly (one byproduct of living in amniotic fluid) but will smoothen as fat continues to deposit."
How far along? 28 weeks and 6 days.
Maternity clothes? Time to pick up some bigger cold weather clothes, first day out of the 80's for us in a while today!
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? I figure from here out this answer will more than likely be the same every week but sleep is still no good. I am starting to wonder if sleeping in the recliner would help?
Best moment this week? I had a hard week with work but one morning I slept in till 7:30 and then stayed in bed till 8AM watching my tummy move and spending some quite time with Braelyn. It was one of my favorite moments this week!
Food cravings: Doughnuts, the cake kind with chocolate frosting and sprinkles from target. I blame Danny for this ;)
Movement? Still more movement but I can tell its getting more cramped in there as the movements aren't so jerky.
What I miss? I miss not being sore, everywhere, all. the. time. This goes away, right ;)
What I'm looking forward to: Maternity pictures, scheduling with Brittney this week.
Milestones: We passed the GD test, HALLELUJAH!
We had Tim and Kristi's wedding and a Bears game last week but other than that it was a wonderful weekend at home, relaxing. Tim and Kristi's wedding was beautiful (the bride was STUNNING) but we did have to leave early, my bed time doesn't work well with evening plans these days. I did try to wear a pair of wedges, well that didn't turn out well and my ankle is still hurting... I guess there is a reason they say to stay off them, whooops!
I passed the GD test, YAY, so no three hour test for me. We are also starting bi-weekly appointments next week, it still doesn't seem possible that I am far enough along for that yet.
Baby is measuring at the size of an Eggplant this week - just a fatter one!
"Baby's lungs are mature enough that, if born right now, she has a pretty good chance of surviving (with help from medical technology). Her skin is still pretty wrinkly (one byproduct of living in amniotic fluid) but will smoothen as fat continues to deposit."
How far along? 28 weeks and 6 days.
Maternity clothes? Time to pick up some bigger cold weather clothes, first day out of the 80's for us in a while today!
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? I figure from here out this answer will more than likely be the same every week but sleep is still no good. I am starting to wonder if sleeping in the recliner would help?
Best moment this week? I had a hard week with work but one morning I slept in till 7:30 and then stayed in bed till 8AM watching my tummy move and spending some quite time with Braelyn. It was one of my favorite moments this week!
Food cravings: Doughnuts, the cake kind with chocolate frosting and sprinkles from target. I blame Danny for this ;)
Movement? Still more movement but I can tell its getting more cramped in there as the movements aren't so jerky.
What I miss? I miss not being sore, everywhere, all. the. time. This goes away, right ;)
What I'm looking forward to: Maternity pictures, scheduling with Brittney this week.
Milestones: We passed the GD test, HALLELUJAH!
Thursday, September 29, 2011
27 Weeks
What a week, we started with a bang during the gestational diabetes testing on Monday. Surprisingly the blood draw was just fine, but afterwards they sent us into the room to wait and I got really hot and light headed. Danny got me a glass of water but by the time the midwife came in I was seeing black and had to move to the bed to lay down. I was nervous this would happen, with my fear of blood draws and the no food/sugar drink in my tummy. After this my work computer decided to implode on itself, so I have spent my work week trying to work from my phone and the outlook site but tomorrow I get the new one and will be back at it again.
Tonight we have a picture session with Brittney, I really cannot wait to see more of her work and will post as soon as I have some images!
Baby is measuring at the size of an Eggplant this week - just a fatter one!
"Baby's lungs are going through some major developments these days, which (combined with the opening of previously plugged nostrils) means she's now able to practice inhaling and exhaling. The lack of air in your womb means every "breath" is filled with amniotic fluid, but hey -- it's progress."
How far along? 27 weeks and 5 days.
Maternity clothes? Wishing I could fit into some of my old dresses for Tim and Kristi's wedding Saturday!
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? Wishing I could go back to the sleeping well but this week has been bad, I can't stay asleep because Braelyn has been kicking a lot more and it seems to wake me up. Once I am up I have a really hard time getting my brain to shut off and falling back asleep.
Best moment this week? Hearing her heartbeat again, 140! I love that sound and Danny's eyes light up every time we hear it :)
Food cravings: SUGAR, I must need more protein.
Movement? She has been moving a LOT more, especially during the night but so far this morning she hasn't stopped. I am also starting to feel more bumps on my tummy when she moves, I am not sure if its an elbow, knee, tush...
What I miss? I miss having clothes, I always used to complain I had nothing to wear but now I really don't :)
What I'm looking forward to: Next week's move into the 3rd trimester! - thats actually a mistake from last week, sorry!
Milestones: I believe we passed our GD test, we were supposed to hear back yesterday if we didn't so YAY for that!!
Tonight we have a picture session with Brittney, I really cannot wait to see more of her work and will post as soon as I have some images!
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| 27 Weeks |
Baby is measuring at the size of an Eggplant this week - just a fatter one!
"Baby's lungs are going through some major developments these days, which (combined with the opening of previously plugged nostrils) means she's now able to practice inhaling and exhaling. The lack of air in your womb means every "breath" is filled with amniotic fluid, but hey -- it's progress."
How far along? 27 weeks and 5 days.
Maternity clothes? Wishing I could fit into some of my old dresses for Tim and Kristi's wedding Saturday!
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? Wishing I could go back to the sleeping well but this week has been bad, I can't stay asleep because Braelyn has been kicking a lot more and it seems to wake me up. Once I am up I have a really hard time getting my brain to shut off and falling back asleep.
Best moment this week? Hearing her heartbeat again, 140! I love that sound and Danny's eyes light up every time we hear it :)
Food cravings: SUGAR, I must need more protein.
Movement? She has been moving a LOT more, especially during the night but so far this morning she hasn't stopped. I am also starting to feel more bumps on my tummy when she moves, I am not sure if its an elbow, knee, tush...
What I miss? I miss having clothes, I always used to complain I had nothing to wear but now I really don't :)
What I'm looking forward to: Next week's move into the 3rd trimester! - thats actually a mistake from last week, sorry!
Milestones: I believe we passed our GD test, we were supposed to hear back yesterday if we didn't so YAY for that!!
Monday, September 26, 2011
26 Weeks
Holy crazy week batman! Sorry for being late but this time it's totally legit :) I left late Sunday morning for my work trip to the big city, Chicago. I landed in a dreary, rainy city but was picked up by one of my favorite ladies (Auntie Mana) and whisked to the 'burbs. Uncle Adam made a wonderful dinner and we had a great time catching up. The next day I headed into the city on the train, I have to say I do NOT miss this commute one bit. I got to meet up with a ProBoard friend, Natalie, for decaf coffee (she is pregnant too) and pumpkin bread before work. It was nice being in an office again and having an excuse to have to get dressed, but after two days I was over that! Another wonderful dinner with Nancy, Adam and Amanda before my week really kicked off with work events. Tuesday and Wednesday I had big events in the city but was able to meet up with Shannon and Katie for quick visits in between. Thursday I headed back to Denver, what a fabulous feeling!!
Oh how Brae and I missed Daddy and the puppies but we were sllleeeeppy the rest of the weekend! We did have a quick night out Friday for Oktoberfest with Alex and Diana. Katie was also in Denver to visit family so we had a late night meeting with them in Boulder on Saturday.
Baby is measuring at the size of an Eggplant this week - just a fatter one!
"Baby's soaking up your antibodies, getting her immune system ready for life outside the womb. Eyes are forming, and she'll soon be practicing the blink...perfect for batting those freshly grown lashes."
How far along? 26 weeks and 9 days.
Maternity clothes? Dressing up for work made me excited to have them but I missed my sweats and t's for sure (although I am quickly growing out of those too).
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? With the lack of sleep last week I have been sleeping mostly through the night with not a lot of tossing and turning, it is WONDERFUL!
Best moment this week? Getting to show little lady off to her family, it was so great to see everyone and have them get to be a part of her life already.
Food cravings: Nothing really, I still love my cherry coke slurpee's.
Movement? Braelyn has decided to take up residence on the left side of my body and push as hard as she can...it looks like my tummy is deformed and hard.
What I miss? Seeing my toes, fitting into normal size clothes, not feeling like a giant cow... this week has been tough with the major body changes!
What I'm looking forward to: Next week's move into the 3rd trimester!
Milestones: Another trip for little lady, she is well traveled already. She has been to (in this order) Dallas (we are pretty sure she was in there for this one), Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Indiana and now Chicago.
Oh how Brae and I missed Daddy and the puppies but we were sllleeeeppy the rest of the weekend! We did have a quick night out Friday for Oktoberfest with Alex and Diana. Katie was also in Denver to visit family so we had a late night meeting with them in Boulder on Saturday.
Baby is measuring at the size of an Eggplant this week - just a fatter one!
"Baby's soaking up your antibodies, getting her immune system ready for life outside the womb. Eyes are forming, and she'll soon be practicing the blink...perfect for batting those freshly grown lashes."
How far along? 26 weeks and 9 days.
Maternity clothes? Dressing up for work made me excited to have them but I missed my sweats and t's for sure (although I am quickly growing out of those too).
Stretch marks? Still none yet, keep 'em crossed!
Sleep? With the lack of sleep last week I have been sleeping mostly through the night with not a lot of tossing and turning, it is WONDERFUL!
Best moment this week? Getting to show little lady off to her family, it was so great to see everyone and have them get to be a part of her life already.
Food cravings: Nothing really, I still love my cherry coke slurpee's.
Movement? Braelyn has decided to take up residence on the left side of my body and push as hard as she can...it looks like my tummy is deformed and hard.
What I miss? Seeing my toes, fitting into normal size clothes, not feeling like a giant cow... this week has been tough with the major body changes!
What I'm looking forward to: Next week's move into the 3rd trimester!
Milestones: Another trip for little lady, she is well traveled already. She has been to (in this order) Dallas (we are pretty sure she was in there for this one), Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Indiana and now Chicago.
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