35 weeks

The baby's room is ready to move in! We have the room painted and the carpet cleaned... We're ready to move his crib in and get it set up! I can't wait to start hanging up his cute wadrobe... And get his bag packed to come home from the hospital!

I am feeling really uncomfortable. I've hit the point in the pregnancy that I thought I would never hit... The "complaining" phase. I'm so uncomfortable all the time, and I'm finding myself complaining to people about my discomfort... It's gotten to the point, where I can't even pretend that I'm perfectly content feeling like I'm out of breath, groin pain, pelvic pain, swollen feet, hurting feet, too hot, too cold, not hungry, really hungry, want this, want that... etc.

On a BIG RAVE, I had my baby shower this past weekend. I hate to admit it, but I was quite relieved when it was over! I was so physically uncomfortable and all I really wanted to do, was to lay down and not talk to anyone... Except for my sisters... since I really don't mind if they see me relaxed. Plus they always have interesting things to say. I am so tired of people asking me, "How are you feeling?" And I'm even more tired of giving the canned answer, "I feel great!"

Anyway, trying to be positive again, the shower was really cute and fun. The girls did a really great job getting everything together. The food was fun to eat... and it was nice to get all my friends together in one room. :) I loved all my presents and I am learning to enjoy being the center of attention at events like this... I doubt there will ever be another time in my life where the party will be about me... From now on, the party will be the BABY! :)

Last night I had a bizarre dream that the baby was trying to come out. :) He was too small to come out... but his little head and little hand imprints were on my belly... It was just too cute!!! The only freaky part about the dream was the way my skin was stretching... I looked kind of gross... but I was too in awe and excited to see him trying to get out...

There's a lot of work still to be done in getting ready for the baby and getting moved into the house. I'm feeling practically immobile, and it's really tough for me to lift things now... Even lifting a heavy pot, I'm feeling strained... I really feel like I'm only capable of sitting and complaining these days...

I feel especially grateful to my wonderful hubby who is really taking charge of everything... And doing a lot of moving on his own. Woot!

34 Weeks (6 weeks till the ringer goes off!)

Here we are in the last phase of pregnancy... the clock is ticking and many wonderful things are happening to our little family.

First of all, we closed on our first home last week! The house feels like home already, (although we haven't even moved in yet). We fantasize about how wonderful the house will be once we get it exactly the way we want it! Yesterday, I hired a lawn guy to come in and take care of the lawn. And we are having contractors start work on Friday to fix some safety concerns... like the loose stair banister, the loose deck railing, the missing step from the side door, a loose aluminium siding, and the missing sink base.

Second, work threw us a surprise baby shower! Wow! I feel so lucky with all my baby loot! Lots of cute little socks and cute little mittens. Folks really got us a lot of stuff off our registry... Baby's room decor is almost COMPLETE! This just makes me more excited... I can't wait to get the baby's room all set up! Manuel and I started taping up the baby's room, and last night we went to go look for paint. I'm partial to green and Daddy is partial to yellow. We also bought a carpet cleaner... Not that we really need it, but I imagine with a little one peeing/pooing/throwing up/throwing food... it will come in handy! :)

This is going to be a special weekend for me. It's baby shower weekend! My dear friend has her shower on Saturday and I have mine on Sunday. I'm looking forward to the event and all the fun stuff showers include... like the food. :) I am REALLY looking forward to the food.

Tomorrow I have my 34 week prenatal visit. I'm also going to an open house for a daycare... Kid will eventually have to go which already makes me sad to think about. I do feel relieved that I found an acceptable pediatrician in the neighborhood!

Well, life is quite busy but very very exciting! :) We are all very happy.

32 Weeks

Today, I am 32 weeks. I am now visiting the doc every two weeks! With only about 8 weeks left, there is still plenty to do to get ready for the little one. We are anticipating on closing next week. I spend a lot of time fantasizing about getting the nursery ready... I know that we have some major renovations to complete... but they all seem so secondary to me.

We bought our baby's bedding the other night. The theme of camo/helicopters/planes is going to look cute cute cute in his little room. Daddy has already started a collection of matchbox cars for him... And Mommy has made some progress on his wadrobe. :)

The little guy is busy busy busy in the belly. I can tell that he's getting bigger and stronger.

Things I have been thinking about eating: Dim Sum. Avocados. Cheese and Crackers.

Week 29

We continue with major kicking!

Week 28

Friday afternoon at work... my eyelids are falling down. I am sleepy! Good news at the doctors... I only gained a pound since my last appt. four weeks ago. That puts me about back on track with my weight. Unfortunately, I failed my glucose test so I have to take the three hour test next week. Poop.

Baby has a bunch of new trains and toy cars. He also has a bunch of new baby clothes... onsies, sleepers and cute little pants... even some cute hats and socks!

Week 27

Well, I believe I'm into the 3rd trimiester! As of today, baby will be arriving in only 90 days! That's about 3 more months! Although he isn't here yet, he is definitely making his presence known with his very very strong kicks! Just yesterday, I saw my badge lift off my stomach from a good kick! I feel most of the jabs in my right upper belly area.

There is plenty to prepare for, and I think the best way for me to get ready right now is to just read and collect information on how to best prepare myself for birthing, breastfeeding and baby care... As for all the baby "stuff" that he'll be needing, I'm going to try to wait a little longer before I start buying furniture and gear... In the meantime, I want to start bargain shopping...

The weather here has been mild this week compared to last week. I've taken the metro to work everyday of the week! And I have been very good about packing my lunches to save money... and eating sensible... for the most part. :) I have another prenatal next Friday and I am anticipating that I will have a good report to the doctor.

Week 26

A bit delayed in my Week 26 update becaue we have been busy busy busy! Baby has been very busy... He gives extra punches and kicks when he hears Daddy laugh. Daddy's laugh is one of those fun laughs that makes you wish that you could find as much humor in something as him... :) It's one of those laughs that is just purely contagious.

I'm so thankful for baby kicks and baby punches. He's in there having a good ol' time. I'm thankful for a wonderful husband... that is going to be a wonderful daddy... I'm really really quite content these days. :)

I have chosen the baby crib and the mattress for the crib. I'm still on the prowl for a "free" dresser that I can refinish for the nursery. I hope I can get something good off the "free" section on Craigslist...