2010 Census.....

I've occasionally blogged about my lack of sleep/weird sleep patterns. Prime example.....this morning around 4 a.m. I HAD to wake Austin up and tell him my important thought. My thought was "I hope the census people wait until after baby boy is born, so we can say 3 people live in our house, not 2!" Also had the thought, what if I'm in labor when they call or visit....can I say 2 1/2?

In case you're wondering what Austin's response was......he told me to go back to sleep.

Here's a toast to lack of sleep and crazy thoughts during pregnancy!

36 Weeks!

Today we reached the 36-week mark! Only 1 more week until baby boy is considered "full term".....so that's a big relief. I had a doc visit today and will continue going weekly until our little one decides to make his big debut! As of today I am 2 1/2 centimeters dialated and 50% effaced (spelling?), so definitely making some progress. Dr. E said he doesn't expect anything to happpen for 2-3 weeks, but also added the "you never know" comment. I think I need a few more weeks to finish things though!

Weekly Update:
How far along? 36 weeks
Total weight gain: added another 2 pounds today....this is getting ridiculous!
How big is baby: He should weigh almost 6 pounds and around 18 1/2 inches long, but who knows!
Sex: Boy!
Maternity clothes: Yep....and even those are getting tight!
Stretch marks: Mama Mio has let me down. I think I have a few around my belly button. Don't worry, I've already started on Austin to let me have laser treatments eventually.....I am severely upset about this!
Sleep: Depends on the night. Very dreamy sleep though!
Best moment this week: I LOVE hearing his heartbeat, so that was fun! Also, it's exciting to know we are making some progress toward him being ready to join us.
Movement: Still lots of it, but can tell he's running out of room (as is Mama!)
Food cravings: Sweets, chocolate, cheesecake, anything bad for you.
Labor signs: Still having occasional contractions, 2 1/2 cents dialated!
Belly button: Still in, but looks funny
What I miss: Smoked salmon and caesar salad!
What I'm looking forward to: Meeting our precious boy! It's so weird that he's so close to me, but yet I know very little about him. What will he look like, what's his personality, so many questions!!!!!!!!!
Words of wisdom: I asked my dr. if I could travel to Atlanta this weekend for E's b'day. He said sure, as long as you don't go on Friday during rush hour! All of you Atl folks, your traffic is horrible!!!!!!!!!!!
Weekly gripe: I think more places should have "expectant mother" parking. Just a selfish thought at the moment.

Have a great day!

Week 35!

Yesterday I went to my 35 week check up. I start going once a week from this point on. Things are still looking great and measuring right on time! Here is our weekly update:

How far along? 35 weeks
Total weight gain: Gained 3 pounds in the last 2 weeks....yuck
How big is baby? He should weigh around 5 pounds according to babycenter
Sex: Boy!
Maternity clothes: Still wearing them and hating them. Only a few more weeks though!
Stretch marks: I think I see one around my belly button, but not quite sure. Can't tell if it's just my skin or an actual stretch mark.....great.
Sleep: Pretty bad. I have very vivid dreams about crazy things!!!!
Best moment this week: Hearing his sweet heartbeat at the doctor! My favorite sound!!!! Also, it was nice to have a 4-day weekend (snow day, President's day). Gotta love that!
Movement: Still lots of it, but it's changing. Fewer definitive kicks, more rolls and pushing-type movement
Food cravings: Fruit, apple juice, and sweets (basically everything!)
Labor signs: I did have a few contractions over the weekend, but they have stopped. I'm going to be such a wimp when the real ones start.....
Belly button: Looking funky, but still in
What I miss: Comfortable sitting/laying positions
What I'm looking forward to: Can't wait for his arrival in a few weeks!
Words of wisdom: If you have any, I need them!
Weekly gripe: People who talk very loudly on cell phones in public places (like the doctor's office). Can't your conversation wait 10 minutes!!!!!!

Doc said next week we will check to see how things are going. I'll post when I know something!

Updated Nursery Pics!

Here are a few pictures of the nursery. Bedding and curtains are here and it is BEAUTIFUL (yes, I am bragging!)!!!!!

Monogrammed bedding (yes, I know I will not be able to use it again or sell the bedding, but I don't care! Absolutely LOVE the monogramming!!!!!)

The beautiful bedding! My talented sis-in-law found the fabric and designed everything. If anyone needs a designer, give her a call!

Another view of the bedding

Adorable bassinet (thank you Mawmaw!). Susan, my mother-in-law, actually made the bedding for the bassinet!

Curtains and bassinet

Baby Shower Pictures!

Saturday, January 30, friends and family threw a fabulous baby shower for baby boy and myself! It was WONDERFUL and he got so many precious things! Thank you so much to the hostesses (Missy, Jenn, Laurie, Vicki, Christie, Gayle, Mandy, Barb, Lynn, and Kim) for all you did! Here are a few pics from the day:

Mimi, myself, and Aunt Jenn!

Missy, aka "best hostess ever", and me

Mawmaw, me, and Mimi!

So many gifts!

Adorable!!! Bottles hanging from the fixture!

The beautiful table and food!

Thank you ladies so much!!!!

Ready for Spring!

Is anyone else sick of Winter weather? I am so sick of being inside all the time, cold weather, and rain!!!!! I am in serious need of some sunshine and temps at least in the 50's! Maybe I'm just going a little stir crazy.....

I still need to post pics from my baby shower, which I will try to do tonight. For now, here is our weekly pregnancy update!

How far along? 34 weeks (yikes!)
Total weight gain: As I've said before, I refuse to weigh myself between dr. visits, so I can update this next week.
How big is baby? According to babycenter, he should weigh around 4 3/4 lbs and 18 inches long. According to Dr. E last week, he was about 4 lbs, so baby boy might be a bit under babycenter's prediction. Who knows though.....
Sex: Boy!
Maternity Clothes: Ugh!!!! So sick of them! I really hope stores have a fabulous Spring season this year, because I cannot wait to wear normal clothes! I am so ready for sundresses, sandals, and shorts! I'm hoping clothes will be my motivation for losing baby weight!
Stretch Marks: Not yet. I've been using Mama Mio cream and it is wonderful!!!!! If anyone needs assistance in the stretch mark area, I highly recommend checking out their website.
Sleep: Depends on the night. Last night, not so great. Saturday night was wonderful sleep!
Best Moment This Week: His nursery is really starting to come together. I'm still waiting on curtains and bedding, but I will post pics once we get everything done. Also, another great moment......Austin took my to fav restaurant Sat night (Bonefish!!!). It was yummy, kind of an early V-day dinner (we hate getting in the crowds on V-Day).
Movement: Lots of it, but I can tell he's beginning to run out of room.
Food Cravings: Lovin' some apple juice and am craving a lot of sweets this week!
Labor Signs: None really, but have noticed more Braxton Hicks than I used to have. At my appt. next week, I start getting "checked" (yuck), so we will see what/if any progress is made at that point. Don't get me wrong though, I don't want him to arrive early!
Belly Button: Still in, but looks kind of funny, according to my hubby.
What I Miss: So many things I won't even go there!
What I'm Looking Forward to: Seeing what/who he looks like! As most of you know, we did not do the 3/4d ultrasound, so our only pic of baby boy is from our 20-week ultrasound.
Words of Wisdom: Nothing......
Weekly Gripe: Been a long week at work at it's only Tuesday. I'll leave it at that!

Hope you have a great day and I will post baby shower pics soon!

Oh crap.....7 weeks left!

Reality is finally setting in. I will be a mother in about 7 weeks!!!! Exciting, scary, a lot of freak out moments this past week!

I had a doctor's appointment today. He believes baby boy is in position, head down, and is weighing about 4 lbs as of now. My doctor also said I had a pretty pregnant belly :).....something to make me feel good about myself!

Here is our weekly update:
How far along? 33 weeks
Total weight gain: I did gain my 6 pounds back....but no more than that, which is good.
How big is baby?around 4 pounds
Sex: Boy!
Maternity Clothes: Yep....but really sick of them.
Stretch Marks: Nope
Sleep: Good, but lots of crazy dreams!
Best moment this week: My baby shower was last weekend. It was fabulous!!!! I could not ask for better friends and family!
Movement: Yes, he likes to kick around 2 a.m.
Food cravings: Nothing in particular
Labor signs: None
Belly button: Still in!
What I miss: Being able to talk and walk without getting out of breath
What I'm looking forward to: Cute summer clothes
Words of wisdom: Nothing.......
Weekly gripe: My hands and feet have started swelling a little bit. They aren't bad, but is a bit uncomfy for me.

I had my baby shower last weekend and it was WONDERFUL! I'll post pics later on!

Check out this link!

I added a link for Eat at Home on my page. Awesome site I found with weekly menu ideas. Perfect, since Austin has labeled me as being in a "cooking rut". The site gives you menu items, grocery lists, and the recipes. Very convenient!

I'm also trying to get out of my "rut" by utilizing the AMAZING cookbook my fabulous sister-in-law gave me for Christmas (thank you Laurie!).

Check out the link when you get a chance!