The weeks creep by, sometimes very slowly, but I'm getting there! This is my last week of work which is nice, after this I can focus on doing all the "final touches" to prepare for baby such as getting those last few things (like a crib mattress), lining the dresser drawers, putting away all the darling clothes, hanging pictures on the wall, and cleaning.
Went to the Dr.s on Friday for my check-up and had a sonogram that revealed that Baby Girl is head down now! I was thrilled bc I was getting worried abt that. But there she was. The sonogram was not that revealing of much else tho, I couldnt really get a good look at her bc it is all baby in there now and it is a zoomed in shot of everything. Its hard to make much out. And Greg was disappointed I did not come home with a picture.
On Friday night we went to see Chorus Line at the Curran. As soon as I got there I was feeling a little weird. Kind of crampy and lower back pain and a little nauseous. I was uncomfortable but also worried. I really didnt want to go into labor yet, and I thought this might be some indication that the baby was planning to come early. There were no regular contractions however, but the pain persisted into the night and I frantically read all my baby books to determine what this was. It could be "Pre-Labor" which says it can start occuring up to a month before birth. It hasnt happened again since. I do wonder if I will make it all the way to Sept 26.
We still have not settled on a name. It could be that we go into to this with two or three lined up and make our decision then when we see her. I am getting very excited!
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Friday, August 18, 2006
Sonoma Baby Shower Pictures
See below for pictures from the shower my dear friends Cara and Erin threw for Greg & I last Saturday in Sonoma. It was a beautiful day and a fun time to be had for all!
Me & the wonderful hostesses Erin and Cara
Mommy and Daddy to be (and Luca if you look really closely)
Greg trying on some of Baby B's new clothes
Belly Shots: Me (34 weeks pregnant) and Scott (not pregnant)
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Pregnancy Photo Shoot
Here are some pictures from the photo shoot we did with our friend Mike Wang, who is a fantastic photographer. It was lots of fun mugging for the camera and showing off my belly in all its roundness.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
34 weeks
Well today I am 34 weeks. 6 weeks left. Of course, she could come early right? Since I will be "full term" in 3 weeks. I am not counting on this tho, since it seems to be that most new moms to be go into that 41st week before the baby decides its time to arrive. I imagine the womb must be a wonderful and comforting place.
Baby girl keeps squiriming and wiggling and keeps growing and making my belly bigger and bigger. I am starting to brush up against the steering wheel which is a little alarming and makes driving more challenging. I went in for a checkup last Wednesday and per the Dr's external feel of my abdomen the baby is not yet head down. She did not seem concerned but said she would schedule an ultrasound for my next appointment (a week from this Fri) to see if she has moved into the right spot. I failed to ask "Then what?" (I tend to blank out at the Dr's and forget to ask my questions) But a girl from my labor class said she had the same issue and was going to have another ultrasound and receive a "massage" (the uterine kind) if the baby is still breech. This uterine manipulation tends to move the baby into the right position in abt 50% of the cases. I am hoping baby girl moves head down by next Fri. She is moving alot so I believe she still has adequate room.
On Thursday's labor class we discussed the pain aspect a bit more. We did this exercise where we held fistfulls of ice for one minute and had to practice breathing through the "pain". The ice was very cold and did feel uncomfortable but I have a feeling this in no way compares to the pain of labor. And while I would rather not have a C-section, if it turns out that way it might not be so bad to miss the labor pains.
On Friday we had a photo session with one of our friends Mike who is a great photographer. He took lots and lots of pictures of me and Greg and my belly. They turned out pretty good. I am going to go through them and put together a little file to post on here.
On Saturday my beloved friends Erin and Cara (and Scott) threw Greg and I a couples shower/BBQ that was lots of fun. I will post pictures and details from that on my next Blog entry.
Baby girl keeps squiriming and wiggling and keeps growing and making my belly bigger and bigger. I am starting to brush up against the steering wheel which is a little alarming and makes driving more challenging. I went in for a checkup last Wednesday and per the Dr's external feel of my abdomen the baby is not yet head down. She did not seem concerned but said she would schedule an ultrasound for my next appointment (a week from this Fri) to see if she has moved into the right spot. I failed to ask "Then what?" (I tend to blank out at the Dr's and forget to ask my questions) But a girl from my labor class said she had the same issue and was going to have another ultrasound and receive a "massage" (the uterine kind) if the baby is still breech. This uterine manipulation tends to move the baby into the right position in abt 50% of the cases. I am hoping baby girl moves head down by next Fri. She is moving alot so I believe she still has adequate room.
On Thursday's labor class we discussed the pain aspect a bit more. We did this exercise where we held fistfulls of ice for one minute and had to practice breathing through the "pain". The ice was very cold and did feel uncomfortable but I have a feeling this in no way compares to the pain of labor. And while I would rather not have a C-section, if it turns out that way it might not be so bad to miss the labor pains.
On Friday we had a photo session with one of our friends Mike who is a great photographer. He took lots and lots of pictures of me and Greg and my belly. They turned out pretty good. I am going to go through them and put together a little file to post on here.
On Saturday my beloved friends Erin and Cara (and Scott) threw Greg and I a couples shower/BBQ that was lots of fun. I will post pictures and details from that on my next Blog entry.
Sunday, August 13, 2006
Family Shower July 30, 2006
Me & the Cake
Me, My aunties Michelle and Jennifer, and the pink Bugaboo stroller
Baby Lauren, as she paitiently awaits the birth of her cousin (my baby)
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Friday, August 04, 2006
Into the 33rd week
32 1/2 weeks pregnant
Weight: Approaching 150# (30# gain)
Pregnancy symptoms: A great feeling of heaviness which makes it harder to do physical things such as housework, going up and down the stairs, walks in the park, etc; Some minor heartburn; and minor back pain. Also, I have a cold which, combined with the pregnancy induced inflamed nasal tissue, and diminishing room in my chest cavity for my lungs, makes for some breathing problems.
Im sorry, do I sound like I'm complaining? Despite all these physical ailments I am getting more and more excited everyday to think I will soon get to meet my little girl.
Had my shower on Sunday (thrown by Greg's aunts Diane and Terry and his sister Krissy). Was lovely and I got all sorts of great stuff (including my pink Bugaboo stroller!) My mother and sister came for a visit which was great. They helped me paint clouds on the nursery ceiling. And Kathleen made brownies (best you will ever taste) which I ate far too many of.
Greg and I went to our first birth preparation class last night. Very interesting. About 11 other couples most of which had due dates close to mine (ranged from Sept 20-Oct 9). It was interesting to see how other women carried their babies and how their bodies looked in comparison. Some it seemed were wider, bellies softer, and it looked as if the baby was more contained within their bodies. And others were more like me, with the round hard belly sticking far out in front of them. I look as if (as my mom puts it) I am smuggling a frozen turkey in my abodomen. We also took a hospital tour which was nice bc I like to know where Im going to go, what the rooms look like, etc. It makes me feel comforted.
I think it was suprising to Greg to learn how long labor can be, and how the first part (early labor) can take place mostly at home. I love what the instructor said about early labor in that you should try to take a nap, or relax, watch TV and eat light snacks. This sounds so peaceful. However, from all those I talk to it does not seem like reality.
Greg and I tried to put the crib together today only to learn that there was something wrong with one of the parts. I almost started crying. Luckily there is another one in stock and they put it together at the store to make sure it was ok. We just have to go exchange it this weekend.
I will post pictures from the shower and nursery pics soon!
Weight: Approaching 150# (30# gain)
Pregnancy symptoms: A great feeling of heaviness which makes it harder to do physical things such as housework, going up and down the stairs, walks in the park, etc; Some minor heartburn; and minor back pain. Also, I have a cold which, combined with the pregnancy induced inflamed nasal tissue, and diminishing room in my chest cavity for my lungs, makes for some breathing problems.
Im sorry, do I sound like I'm complaining? Despite all these physical ailments I am getting more and more excited everyday to think I will soon get to meet my little girl.
Had my shower on Sunday (thrown by Greg's aunts Diane and Terry and his sister Krissy). Was lovely and I got all sorts of great stuff (including my pink Bugaboo stroller!) My mother and sister came for a visit which was great. They helped me paint clouds on the nursery ceiling. And Kathleen made brownies (best you will ever taste) which I ate far too many of.
Greg and I went to our first birth preparation class last night. Very interesting. About 11 other couples most of which had due dates close to mine (ranged from Sept 20-Oct 9). It was interesting to see how other women carried their babies and how their bodies looked in comparison. Some it seemed were wider, bellies softer, and it looked as if the baby was more contained within their bodies. And others were more like me, with the round hard belly sticking far out in front of them. I look as if (as my mom puts it) I am smuggling a frozen turkey in my abodomen. We also took a hospital tour which was nice bc I like to know where Im going to go, what the rooms look like, etc. It makes me feel comforted.
I think it was suprising to Greg to learn how long labor can be, and how the first part (early labor) can take place mostly at home. I love what the instructor said about early labor in that you should try to take a nap, or relax, watch TV and eat light snacks. This sounds so peaceful. However, from all those I talk to it does not seem like reality.
Greg and I tried to put the crib together today only to learn that there was something wrong with one of the parts. I almost started crying. Luckily there is another one in stock and they put it together at the store to make sure it was ok. We just have to go exchange it this weekend.
I will post pictures from the shower and nursery pics soon!
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