Life in the Making: 31 Weeks..

31 Weeks 

I cannot wait to meet this little guy.

I am already so obsessed with him.

I see pictures of newborn babies and will literally stare at them

for a good while, and just image what our baby will look like

Today at work I felt some fun movement. 

I don't feel it like crazy because of the placement of my placenta

but I leaned back in my chair and felt a distinct 

'roll like' feeling across the top part of my belly button

and it was really hard there for a minute.

I wanted to press a little and see if I could get a response from him

he decided to be quiet after that. 

But I just love feeling these movements

and every day I am thinking about it and waiting.

A part of me just can't wait to meet him and soak up all his cuteness

and the other part of me doesn't want this experience to end.

I want to be able to feel him moving forever and feel this sense of

correctness, which I don't know if that makes sense or not. 

I guess I am not saying I want to be pregnant forever

but I really do want to cherish this time and sometimes I don't want it to end.

We had my 31 week check up this week.
Everything checked out fine. 
He is measuring a week ahead but my doctor said that is  quite
normal and nothing to worry about.
We aren't changing my due date or anything like that.
She said some ladies measure up to 3 weeks ahead but they 
still don't change anything. 

This week has been rough on my body a little bit.
I'm noticing more that I am incredibly slow
and my feet and back hurt so bad after a long day of doing stuff. 
I don't notice so much at work because I'm mostly sitting
but on the weekends even just a Saturday of cleaning
and a few errands makes me feel completely exhausted
and really unable to walk..
I am terribly sore and feel like I can't do much. 
It's really a weird feeling for me because I'm so used to being able
to run errands and shop and do all of those things around the house
but it really does kind of paralyze me. 
My belly sure feels like it's growing or has grown.
I have incredibly horrible stretch marks that I absolutely despise.
I will NEVER let anyone see my bare belly but my hubby..
and of course medical professionals that must.. :) 

I haven't had any weird cravings this week. 
I continue to eat about the same. .
Although I don't know if I mentioned that I love Doritos
and I have wanted them almost everyday for lunch during this pregnancy
That is probably a craving huh?

I am going to go purchase a little nifty maternity support belt 
because my dang babe is sitting low and every time I stand for more
than maybe like 10-15 minutes he pinches some nerves and both
my legs go numb! 
So my doctor recommended me going to get this belt for some support.
I am excited to try it on and my belly is feeling super heavy anyway.

Yesterday I had the coolest experience. 
This little guy must have done a big somersault or roll like movement
I was leaning back on the couch and had both my hands placed
on my belly just relaxing
when all of the sudden I felt this huge movement from one end of my belly
to the other end in a swift motion almost like a wave across my belly.
It was one of the coolest things ever.
I have been pretty infatuated with feeling him move around and 
getting the hiccups. 
haha.. Yes he had the hiccups like 3 times now that I've noticed.
They are distinct little movements every few seconds like a little spasm
I hate the hiccups so I do feel bad for him though..
but it sure is fun to feel those! 

well I will be posting again soon.. since tomorrow I am 32 weeks already.
I also have a few nursery updates to post about! 

Life in the Making: 30 Weeks

Well we are in the 30's people! 

30 weeks pregnant!! 

10 weeks (or less) to go!

I seem to be off a week since this week I am actually
31 weeks but am posting about 30 weeks.. ha oh well. 

I am getting anxious, nervous, excited, nervous
overwhelmed, happy, nervous.. 
hahah.. Those are my emotions from day to day. 
I have no idea what to expect with my body in these next several weeks
or do I know what to expect when I actually go into labor
and have to take care of another human being.

Sometimes I am thinking 
'Oh my gosh I can't wait to meet him, I just want to dress him cute 
and snuggle up all the baby cuteness'
Other times I'm thinking..
'How is this all going to work out? ..school, work, baby, husband..'
And of course.. 
'Am I seriously going to be able to deliver my baby?'
Legitimate thoughts that go on in my head. 

This week has been pretty uneventful compared to last week..
so that is a good thing. 
We have our 31 week check up this Friday so hopefully everything
checks out great.

We finally ordered a crib and got that in the mail this week.
Adam and our good friend Ladd set that up for us. 
It's cute I am glad I chose a white crib! 
I think it looks awesome against the dark navy wall. 

I had to capture some moments of the 'setting up the crib' process.
I am excited to have my shower and then be able to really
start organizing and seeing what we NEED.
I did order a dresser too so that should be here soon
and we can start getting everything put together.
I really can't believe I don't have very many weeks left
and I really have to start cherishing my time left
and getting seriously prepped for whats to come.

I tried signing Adam and I up for a child birth class but he had to work
all day February 15th which was a Saturday
so I am kind of hoping we can get a different class in soon.
I really do want to take a class even though I'll be begging for my epidural. 


I also got a terribly bad cold this week which really put me down
for like 3 days! It was miserable and right over Valentines day. 
I am feeling much better today so that is good.
Hoping I can go all of pregnancy without any more sickness. 
I've gotten a bad cold twice now being pregnant and I do not recommend it.
I haven't had much of an appetite lately.
I am not sure why usually I'm hungry all the time.
Maybe he just decided to not go through a crazy growth spurt 
or something and make me gain 20lbs in a week, who knows. 
Luckily I've been able to keep my wedding ring on
I am secretly hoping i'll be able to leave it on through out the whole
pregnancy but we will have to wait and see.
It is snug on there for sure. 

One thing in particular I did kind of crave this week was 
this Cabbage Salad with ramen noodles my mom makes
I called her one day saying I had a pregnancy request..
She made the delicious salad, I've already eaten it so I'm hoping
she'll make some more for me! 

Well other than those few things I'm still moving right along
and getting more and more excited to meet
baby Holden. 

Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2014
How far along? 30 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: oh like 25lbs already. :(

Maternity clothes? Yes, duh.

Stretch marks? yeah unfortunately my stomach has not survived going without stretch marks.

Sleep: not so great lately. I am trying to get comfortable from going from side to side and then if I'm awake I kind of have this mind-racing thing.. I just feel more anxious I guess. 

Best moment this week: Just feeling him move around more and then getting our crib set up! :) 

Have you told family and friends: Yes 

Miss anything? being able to do household chores and not feel tired and sore after 1/2 hour. . I seriously can't do much without feeling so sore and hot after awhile. 

Movement: Yeah! My placenta is on top of my uterus though, so I guess lucky for me that he does not jab and kick me so hard that I feel everything little thing. But we have been feeling a lot more movement lately than ever before and I love it. I don't think I'll ever get sick of the movements. 

Food cravings: Nothing specific. . just more hungry. although I did want this Cabbage Salad.

Anything making you queasy or sick: No thank goodness! 

Other pregnancy symptoms: Swollen ankles & feet every day usually, thicker hair (bonus), sore back after just a little while of standing, numb right leg and then numb left leg while standing too long (siatic nerve i think), at the point where Adam has to help me out of the car by like pushing me from behind or grabbing by the hands, haha. . i'm sure its awesome to see. 

Have you started to show yet: haha, yes! 

Gender prediction: Boy! Definitely a boy at our last ultrasound. 

Labor signs: no nothing yet. 

Belly button in or out?  in.. but so stretched it looks disgusting. 

Wedding ring on or off? On 

Happy or moody most of the time: I think happy most of the time! I do have a lot of different emotions though.. a lot of anxious feeling for the upcoming weeks but I think all around I'm excited and happy. 

How’s hubby doing?? He's doing pretty awesome. Loves to try and feel him kick and this week he put up the crib. he is always wanting to make sure we are getting everything ready. He makes sure I have ordered our dresser crib and everything.. which I like. He is in preparation mode! 

Baby preparations: Needing to still pack my hospital bag.. I did go to Target a got a few essentials to put in it. . Already pre-registered at the hospital, so that's good. And Adam put our crib up this week! We finally ordered that! 

Looking forward to: My baby shower next weekend.. I am so excited for that. I am also excited to start organizing all my baby things. 

Life in the Making: 29 Weeks

Well here I am at 29 weeks..

Its shocking to me that I may only be doing like 10 more

"Life in the Making" posts

which just seems absolutely nuts!

This week a lot has been going on. .

I had my 28th week check up last Monday

and I also had my glucose test to check for 

gestational diabetes. 

I was really nervous about the test but figured I would probably be 

just fine as I try to eat different things not just consume 

over loads of sugar! 

ha! Wrong.. 

I tested the morning after the Superbowl.. which my parents

always throw a huge Superbowl party with lots of delicious

food, treats and more junk..

I let myself enjoy that and maybe that didn't help my

blood sugar levels Monday morning, who knows.

I was at 147 needed to be 140! 

I was SO bummed out. I was just pissed. 

I did not want to take the long, intense 3 hour tolerance test. 

But I had to.

So I got the information to get that done and then my 

doctor also asked me more about his movements.

I don't feel him like crazy all day every day... I still feel little flutters

and once in awhile more distinct movements if I'm in the right position. 

So she suggested we schedule an Ultrasound. 

I was obviously over joyed at the thought of seeing 

our little man again but I was also nervous

and hoping he'd look perfect in there. 

Luckily, Adam was able to get off work and come with me for the ultrasound.

We had a different tech than we had at my 20 week appt

and she was seriously amazing compared to the hag

we had to deal with the first time around. 

She was very informative and friendly.

She also showed us all the details and all his little parts.

We also got cute pictures and some 3D images..

which are just amazing. 

I can't believe we made this incredible little human that

is thriving and growing inside of me! 

It's truly a miracle. 

I can't stop staring at his pictures and can't wait to meet him! 

I was so glad the Ultrasound came back positive

I am excited to hear what my doctor will say next week when

we meet with her. 

This little babe was already measuring at 3 lbs! 

I can't believe 3lbs already.. 

She also said she could tell he was taking a few breaths on 

his own in there and was also making some sucking motions

which she said was great. 

He also was being a little kicker in there..

We were watching him and she showed us how

she had the ultrasound tool and would be pressing on him 

and he would kick back! 

It was crazy to see these two feet kick back at her and

respond to her. 

I loved it. 

The next morning I decided to take my Glucose Tolerance Test

at the Instacare at River Road. 

For this test you had to fast so I did not eat anything

after like 10 p.m. and did not get to each anything till all the testing was over.

It was the LONGEST morning of my entire life..

I thought I may die a few times that morning 

but I survived :) 

I got there around 8:15 a.m that morning and was informed

I would be getting my blood drawn, as in not just a simple finger prick.

I was tricked.

I swear my doctor just said 3 finger pricks every 3 hours.. 

not full blown needle in arm draw so much blood..

and I had to do that 4 times, not 3! 

I had to get my blood drawn initially and 

then drawn every hour for 3 hours. 

So it's really a 4 hour test with 4 times of blood drawing.

I was not a happy gal.

But the cute little girl that came to get me and draw my blood

was so pleasant, cute and so nice to me. 

She made the experience bearable because she was also 

really good at her job. 

I brought some school work and my ipad so I could sit around there

and do some work. 

Yeah, you can't leave for those 4 hours.

After my initial blood draw came back good I 

was given the go ahead to drink my sugary disgusting beverage. 

 I got the orange flavor and just tried to guzzle. We have to drink it

within 5 minutes I know I did it a lot faster.

It wasn't good..

So then I got to sit there for 4 hours.

She came to get me for my second draw and I felt fine..

Right after I really started to feel sick and light headed.

I think the starving part was the hardest for me.

I didn't feel well because I was so hungry. 

Luckily I could go walk around in the larger waiting areas and

use the bathroom and drink water..

My mom came to see me too while I was there waiting

and that made everything feel better. 

I ended up having to get pricked 5 times because one of my veins

decided to not work after she got the needle in there. 

I  really had had it and felt sore and starved.

I was also really nervous that I could have diabetes

and I really did not want to have any complications or problems going forward.

Adam was a saint and text my mom to ask her if she could bring

me a Cafe Rio salad for lunch since he couldn't.

I ate that thing so fast, it never tasted so good. 

I called my doctor's office around 4 that day to get my results.

I was so nervous! 

But, luckily the nurse said oh you are way negative

and your blood levels look perfect, so you are good to go! 

I was so relived.. then a little mad I had to do that long test anyway! 

But glad to hear that me and baby are doing well so far

and I can enjoy an ice cream here and there :) 

After that test I was so relieved that everything for both 

me and my little man were good.
It's just a relief when everything is going smoothly

and happening as it should. 

I've been so blessed this pregnancy. 

I'm so thankful! 

One of the most special things happen on Friday night. (February 7th)

I was laying on my left side to get comfy and go to sleep.

Adam was laying next to me watching T.V. 

I really felt him active in there all the sudden and I

thought okay if I feel him more than once I will 

make Adam move and put his hand there to feel the movement.

After I could feel about 2 distinct kicks on the outside

with my hand on my belly I told Adam to be patient 

but come put your hand right here on my belly. 

I was still laying on my left side, so his hand was placed

just on the right side of my stomach. 

Within just a few seconds we felt a huge kick followed by another kick.

Adam quickly pulled his hand back and was like

'Oh my gosh, oh my gosh that was crazy!'

He did say it was kind of creepy and alien like too.. but oh well :) 

Then he placed his hand on my belly again and kind of probed

at our little babe to see if we could get a good reaction out of him.

It was the funniest thing because right when Adam kind of

poked at my belly we felt another kick! 

It was such a special and crazy moment for both of us.

I had been dying to have him feel kicks on the outside

and I was so looking forward to that.

Hopefully Adam will get the chance to feel him a lot more

these next few weeks. 

There really is nothing like noticing the incredible 

miracle that is happening right in front of us! 

Life in the Making: 28 Weeks

Hello 3rd Trimester! 

I think I start off every pregnancy post with ..

'I can't believe how fast these last few weeks have gone'

But really I can't.. 

I am so happy I've made it this far in my pregnancy and have felt 

relatively healthy and good. 

I am starting to feel a lot slower though

which has been interesting considering I am not one to sit still

or walk slow when shopping or anything..

But I am trying to go slow and listen to my body and not overdue anything.

This last week I felt mostly great..

Still having swollen ankles and feet. I am thinking at this time

I may need to run to the store and buy different flats.. wider  flats :)

My feet kind of swell and my go-to flats are starting to get uncomfortable.

I haven't really been craving anything this last month or so..

at least craving to the point of running to the store for something specific. 

I still am trying to eat relatively good for baby boy.. 

I have been eating a clementine in the morning and a banana in the afternoon

just trying to keep up with a few fruits a day at least..

I'm horrible at eating my veggies though.

And he's still getting a good dose of cookies and yummy treats.. oops.

We had a little bit of a scare this week. 

I haven't really felt any huge kicks or jabs  yet but

I do feel his small movements and little flutters here and there. 

I felt a lot more movement last Thursday only that day though and

then back to small movements and not that much..

Usually I can feel him everyday, which I usually feel it most when I'm at

work and really paying attention. 

On Tuesday I had decided to call my doctor just to make sure that this was normal

since I'm 28 weeks now and I just wanted to make sure.

First time mom -- kind of scared! 

My doctor's office ended up calling me back around 4:45 on Tuesday

and told me that they actually wanted me going over to Labor & Delivery

at the Hospital and have a few tests ran just to make sure he was okay.

I immediately started to panic but tried to hold it together

enough to tell Chad I needed to leave a few minutes early. 

I got really anxious and started to cry when I got to my car..

After a few seconds I hurried and called my mom, I knew

Adam was working so I thought I would try her first.

She told me she would meet me over there in a few minutes..

I then called Adam and couldn't even hold it together and burst into tears..

All he got from my conversation was..

"Going to Labor & Delivery"

Needless to say he was a wreck! 

He drove like a manic and was totally panicked the whole time. 

We also had my mother in law in town and she came with us. 

We got into a room and they started putting monitors on me

and asking me all these questions. 

They got the heart rate monitor hooked up and were immediately

able to find his little heart beat.. 

pheww... sigh of huge relief.

I can't tell you how scary it was those first few seconds as they were

trying to find that little sound. .

They monitored me for a little bit and took my urine 

sample, blood pressure etc. 

Every nurse that came in said my urine sample was perfect  because 

it was so clear and

they weren't even going to test it for protein or sugar. . 

:) 

Basically I had perfect pee, thank you. 

We only stayed and were monitored for maybe an hour if that. 

Luckily, everything checked out normal and great. 

They did have me drink some concentrated grape juice so 

they could see if he woke up and started to move.

I guess he was asleep when we got there

and then once I drank that sugary drink he perked up

and started to move. I was able to feel a few of the movements

and mostly we could hear it because of the heartbeat monitor..

it kind of sounded like a swish, so that was good. 

I felt a big sigh of relief.. and they told me if I ever feel nervous

to drink that juice and lie on my left side and pay close attention to movements.

I hadn't ever done fetal movement counts before, but I will try to do that more now.

The whole experience was a little surreal and scary at first

just facing the unknown for this little boy

I am hoping I'll start to feel a little more power from him so I can

distinguish those movements and not get worried. 

Today as I sit at work he's been so quiet and I haven't really felt anything from him.

That dang babe.. 

Besides that experience everything else has been great.

Adam and I decided to register last Saturday at Target.

I had brought my lists of things I was going to need that 

friends had written for me
It's amazing how much there is to know about one very small little human
I hope we can get everything we need and feel prepared. 
Adam asked me after we went to the hospital if I would
pack a hospital bag like now.. hahah.
I have a great list of things I saw on pinterest that I'll need
so I think I'll start getting that all ready here in the next few weeks.
I am not the type that would want anyone packing for me
so thought I better get on that. 

After little babe was being quiet I decided to get home from
work and lay on my side after drinking some concentrated juice..
just to make sure I could feel him wiggling in there.
I counted about 7 or so kicks within the first half hour and I felt
so relived and happy to feel those little movements. 

I have my glucose and 28 week appointment next Monday
so I'll have to blog about how that goes on next weeks update.
I have heard the glucose test is no fun, but hopefully I'll make it just fine.
I have an early  morning appt so that should help! 

Still haven't bought any other nursery items..
I've been holding out for Target to have a big baby sale on the
specific crib and dresser I want! 

Adam has been pretty amazing through this whole pregnancy
thing. . I am so lucky to have someone experiencing ( kind of ) with me! 

Few random pictures for my records:

 Getting some practice in.. Doesn't he look fantastic?

I think this pup isn't quite sure what's going on..
but she still is trying to squeeze on my lap. 

Date: Friday January 31st, 2014
How far along? 28 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: haven't weight myself since last appt which was 3 weeks ago.
Maternity clothes? most definitely
Stretch marks? yes :( I looked at myself in the mirror one morning this week and all the sudden my poor belly has red marks all over it. I'm kind of sad, but hey I am growing a human!?
Sleep: Still good for the most part. Adam got me a wonderful body pillow at Costco last weekend and that has helped me get comfy fast. I still hit the pillow and am out within a few minutes. 
Best moment this week: Hearing his heartbeat at the hospital.. scariest moment, but great all in the same. 
Have you told family and friends: of course.. 
Miss anything? probably just being able to get up easy and roll out of bed easier, hahah... prego problems.
Movement: well not a whole lot this week..hence the story above.. but I am trying to keep better track and I am feeling him in there. . 
 Food cravings: Nothing this week really. . I haven't wanted anything specific. 
Anything making you queasy or sick: no, thank goodness. 
Have you started to show yet: uhh yeah. 
Labor signs: No nothing yet.. and I want to keep it that way for a little while.
 Belly button in or out?  In still!
 Wedding ring on or off? On although I've noticed little puffiness the last few days
Happy or moody most of the time: Mostly happy for the most part.. I've been kind of stress this last week with a few things going on like school and trying to decide how everything will work out once he gets here with family and stuff. 
How’s hubby doing?? He's doing awesome. He's been helpful as usual. 
Baby preparations: Nothing major this week that we've done for him.. I am hoping to purchase a few things next week for the nursery and maybe even get the crib here in the next week or two! 
Looking forward to: Seeing my sister in law, brother in law and niece and nephews this weekend. Haven't seen them since September! 

Life in the Making: 26 Weeks & a few Nursery updates

I am bound and determined to get all caught up on my posts! 

So I am actually still in my 26th week of pregnancy.. 

Will be 27 weeks tomorrow but that's okay! :) 

I'll keep up to date now! 

This last week was great! I feel that Adam and I got 

a lot accomplished as far as deciding on baby things for the nursery

and getting 'ready' for his arrival..

Even though I still have a ton of stuff to do! 

We should be getting our Britax travel system soon and I can't wait! 

I guess those big purchases really make you realize you

are going to be having a little one soon.

I haven't had any weird cravings this week..

I still have had some crazy emotions here and there..

I still feel like I can cry very easily which is always fun... 

This weekend Adam and I went on a nice date night to the movies.

I am sure going to miss having carefree nights like those! 

Although, we are already preparing for impending parenthood

because we chose the 5:45 movie and were tired and home by 8..

I think I was even in bed by 10.

Here's a little shot after the movie.. 

I am still swelling up at my ankles

I noticed this weekend I didn't really swell

because I was up moving around a lot. 

I haven't had any weird cravings that I've noticed

or experienced anything different. 

The past two Sundays I have gotten a lot of compliments or

comments about my belly..

Everyone definitely notices I'm expecting. 

Some of the comments are just so nice and others have

been kind of funny.. Like..

'Aren't you do really soon?'

'No.. not till April, end of April' :) 

The first counselors husband came up to me and he always

compares his belly with mine, I think I've passed him up.

He's really sweet and always tells me how beautiful I look. 

He said I was really glowing.. 

I said I was just really warm from running the halls, haha :) 

Most of the people are really sweet though. 

Here's a quick picture of our paint color in the nursery.

It's gray and navy. 

Pictures don't really do a very good job.

Luckily we had some help from my parents with the paint

and the edges.. I like how it turned out. 

before: Adam tapping 

the colors

We had reinforcements come over to help! 

I purchased this mobile from Pottery Barn and I'm in love

I think it's so so cute. . even though it cost me a pretty penny.

I still have a bunch of stuff I want to get on Etsy for his room.

During my 26th week Adams mom came to stay with us for 

a few days while she isn't working. 

She helped a lot with cleaning! She did a lot of organizing and

cleaning that I don't really have time or energy to do.

It was helpful! 

Also during this week of pregnancy Adam got 

a few hairline fractures and torn ligaments on his wrist from a work-related

injury and I feel so bad for him. 

He's being a trooper though and trying to work a little and do what he can.

Him with his brace and ice pack. .

Little pregnancy questionnaire.. 

Date: Tuesday, January 21st, 2014 

How far along? 26 weeks and 6 days

Total weight gain/loss: I'm so sad to say.. up 22 lbs I think. . according to my last visit. 

Maternity clothes? Yes

Stretch marks? there are a few showing up on my belly.

Sleep: Mostly awesome. . I've experienced some funny dreams. Like I was on the Bachelor dating Juan Puablo and Sean and Catherine (last season Bachelor) were helping me on the show.. 

Best moment this week: Feeling more movements! 

Have you told family and friends: of course.. 

Miss anything? having the same stamina.. like when it comes to standing around, exercising or cleaning. 

Movement: yeah.. still no huge kicks yet but I can feel him rolling around in there I think. 

Food cravings: still wanting like ice cream, cookies, chocolate.. oh did I mention I gained 20 lbs already? Besides that.. nothing really. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: no, thank goodness. 

Have you started to show yet: yeah I definitely am showing now.

Labor signs: No nothing yet.. and I want to keep it that way for a little while. 

Belly button in or out?  In still! 

Wedding ring on or off? On 

Happy or moody most of the time: Mostly happy.. but stressed.. school started back up for me yesterday; and I have felt really anxious about getting everything 'ready'.. I have also had a few mood swings, where I feel angry and I feel like crying.. Adam gets quite the experience. 

How’s hubby doing?? Speaking of Adam.. he's doing pretty great. Besides his injury.. he's been awesome at trying to get our house ready and keep up with cleaning and cooking. He usually does cooking but he's been good at making sure I'm eating and helping me out when he can. 

Baby preparations: Nursery room is ready to be decorated and put furniture up. Still need to purchase our crib and dresser though, along with a few decorations. We got our stroller and car seat ordered just waiting for it to get here. Going to hopefully do some organizing this weekend. 

Looking forward to: Getting our travel system this week! :) And purchasing the other things we need. Also looking forward to registering soon.. That'll be fun I think.