Well, Cliff and Cameron put the bassinet together tonight! It is empty and in our bedroom awaiting the arrival of our baby. Today the kids helped me sort and pile up clothing for both a boy and girl and neutrals and then, they helped me put it into the machine. It was a full load of laundry complete with the white going home blanket, a bassinet sheet! (thanks APE, it is perfect and I have been looking to buy one all of this time!), all of the little wash cloths, the baby bath towels, the gender neutral receiving blankets.
The suitcase is pulled out, and ready to be filled. Also, I emptied out a basket that will hold little cloths and diapers for the countless diaper changes ahead. And, Cliff adjusted the infant seat. All he needs to do is fasten in the base in the van. The boy stuff is in Cameron's room. The girls stuff is the little girls' room. We are preparing our nest! It feels good. We are so excited. There is a blank camera card in the camera, and one in the video camera.
My photo cards were developed, and I just need to sort and place into the correct photo albums. My big Gramma ginch is also in the wash. And, I feel a BIG clean coming on!! I see so much that I just want to get at lol! And, by goodness I will!
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
My appointment today 36 3/6
Well, I am up 1.5 pounds bringing my grand total of weight gain to 33 pounds at almost 37 weeks. My blood pressure was the best it has been throughout the whole pregnancy (maybe it was the afternoon snoozed that helped?!) In any regard. I was checked, and I have made progress again. Cervix soft, and I now a solid 2 cms. I am measuring 37 cms, and baby's heart was bopping away at 144. Sounded great. Baby was also sitting a lot lower. I could sure tell that for sure. So could others at school lol. They said I was way out there, and now baby dropped. Could be tonight, could be about 2 weeks from now. In any event, baby will be here soon. Today, I had a feeling that this baby could be a boy. I don't know if I am thinking back to when I had my first, or if it was looking at the cute blue clothes. But, we look forward to meeting this baby! We cannot wait!!!
IF baby does not make an appearance in the next couple of weeks I will be induced by breaking of my water around my 38th week by my doc...which is SOOOO close. Sometime in the week of the 18th of November. I also have my papers to carry around should I have to go to the hospital tonight or during the week, or to my next week appointment.
Tonight, I am going to wash some infant clothes, get the suitcase out, start packing, get Cliff to build the bassinet. Who knows...always better to be prepared than not.
I locked myself out of the house this morning. Good one. I had to borrow a cell phone to call Cliff to come home and open the door. Preggo brain. I don't think I have EVER done that. Oh well.
IF baby does not make an appearance in the next couple of weeks I will be induced by breaking of my water around my 38th week by my doc...which is SOOOO close. Sometime in the week of the 18th of November. I also have my papers to carry around should I have to go to the hospital tonight or during the week, or to my next week appointment.
Tonight, I am going to wash some infant clothes, get the suitcase out, start packing, get Cliff to build the bassinet. Who knows...always better to be prepared than not.
I locked myself out of the house this morning. Good one. I had to borrow a cell phone to call Cliff to come home and open the door. Preggo brain. I don't think I have EVER done that. Oh well.
Sneek Peak
Here are some shots from my maternity shoot done on Sunday morning by the lovely and talented photographer, Jillian Kirby! I am so excited to see the other photos!
Monday, November 5, 2007
Nesting Nutso
Well, it has been a busy couple of days. Saturday I had my hair done FINALLY, we had a wedding to go to, and then a reception.
Sunday morning, I had my maternity photos taken. I think they are going to be beautiful. I also had my friend Lisa (the one with the same family like me, and due with her 6th 3 days before me) to have a photo or two taken together. Belly to belly, and back to back. We had a great time, and a great way to capture our 6th pregnancies together. We laughed a lot, and I cannot wait to see the results. After the photos, we had lunch and with the weather being so beautiful we took the kids to the park to play. We all had a good time. I found it hard to move around. I had to wear my pull on sandals as nothing fits anymore! Thankfully the bathrooms were open this week too!
After we got home, the kids and I got the playroom sorted and purged and put back together.
And, of course for the past couple of days I have had some moments where I get the nesting nutso coming out of me! I finally got a few letters written and mailed, I got the photo albums done and put away. I did the baby photo album. I cleaned out the basket over the TV armoire, I cleaned out the little dishes in the chalkboard tray. Yesterday I went crazy after dinner cleaning and organizing things that don't usually bug me. But, yesterday they did, so off I went and I cleaned out the board game cabinet, I cleaned out the craft cabinet, I cleaned out a couple of drawers in the bedroom for the baby stuff to go in, and now I have a car seat, and baby clothes for both a girl and a boy.
Last night before bed, I experienced a bit of pinkish discharge which I believe to be "bloody show" and had some little contractions, more like regular braxton hicks, that came and went. Obviously, I didn't go into labour...but that doesn't mean it won't happen! So, baby could be here today, tomorrow or couple of weeks from now. It is hard to say. I have my doctors appointment tomorrow afternoon. But, if I notice things are starting to happen you betcha I will be ringing the doc. I am 36 weeks and 2 days today. My second child Claire came 24 days early which would be 2 days from now.
Today, I stripped our bed, and I am washing and drying the sheets, and today I am going to wash a few little outfits, get the suitcase out, start packing, and get my other photo cards developed and put away. And, I have asked that Cliff please build the bassinet tonight after work!
I have been finding that last few days very hard to walk around with such swollen feet, and legs. And just all of the pressure of the baby who has definitely moved down again further. I hope this baby stays in until I hit 37 weeks which is on Saturday.
Sunday morning, I had my maternity photos taken. I think they are going to be beautiful. I also had my friend Lisa (the one with the same family like me, and due with her 6th 3 days before me) to have a photo or two taken together. Belly to belly, and back to back. We had a great time, and a great way to capture our 6th pregnancies together. We laughed a lot, and I cannot wait to see the results. After the photos, we had lunch and with the weather being so beautiful we took the kids to the park to play. We all had a good time. I found it hard to move around. I had to wear my pull on sandals as nothing fits anymore! Thankfully the bathrooms were open this week too!
After we got home, the kids and I got the playroom sorted and purged and put back together.
And, of course for the past couple of days I have had some moments where I get the nesting nutso coming out of me! I finally got a few letters written and mailed, I got the photo albums done and put away. I did the baby photo album. I cleaned out the basket over the TV armoire, I cleaned out the little dishes in the chalkboard tray. Yesterday I went crazy after dinner cleaning and organizing things that don't usually bug me. But, yesterday they did, so off I went and I cleaned out the board game cabinet, I cleaned out the craft cabinet, I cleaned out a couple of drawers in the bedroom for the baby stuff to go in, and now I have a car seat, and baby clothes for both a girl and a boy.
Last night before bed, I experienced a bit of pinkish discharge which I believe to be "bloody show" and had some little contractions, more like regular braxton hicks, that came and went. Obviously, I didn't go into labour...but that doesn't mean it won't happen! So, baby could be here today, tomorrow or couple of weeks from now. It is hard to say. I have my doctors appointment tomorrow afternoon. But, if I notice things are starting to happen you betcha I will be ringing the doc. I am 36 weeks and 2 days today. My second child Claire came 24 days early which would be 2 days from now.
Today, I stripped our bed, and I am washing and drying the sheets, and today I am going to wash a few little outfits, get the suitcase out, start packing, and get my other photo cards developed and put away. And, I have asked that Cliff please build the bassinet tonight after work!
I have been finding that last few days very hard to walk around with such swollen feet, and legs. And just all of the pressure of the baby who has definitely moved down again further. I hope this baby stays in until I hit 37 weeks which is on Saturday.
Week 36 - 4 Weeks left
Week 36! I am in the home stretch!
At the end of this week, you're going to reach an important pregnancy milestone — your baby will be considered full-term. That means you could give birth any day now. As your baby gradually drops down in your pelvis in preparation for birth, your lungs and stomach will finally be able to stretch out a little so you'll breathe more easily. On the down side, you may find you need to go to the washroom more often as your baby squashes on your bladder.
Here I am, squished into wedge heels, and pregnancy tights that my husband had to help yank over my swollen feet and legs. That was fun! lol. We were off to a family wedding and reception. 
Here is a close up, note how the bum is as big as the belly. Yup.
And yes, I decided to go darker with my hair and had my hair done FINALLY the same day!
Friday, November 2, 2007
My belly button and a baby with no name...
Well, this morning I can almost see the total inside of my belly button. That means baby has dropped even lower. Cliff said he noticed that too. The shape of my belly button has changed completely.
And, my feet and ankles are cankles today that is for sure! But, I am feeling good and hey! We're having a baby soon. What 29 days!!
But this poor baby doesn't have a name yet. Can you believe that?! We are not sure AGAIN!!! Maybe you all have input for us. We need both sexes. First and middle names! And we will not be changing it up for the last baby. It HAS to be a C name please. Although, I like the name Isabella lol!
HELP!
And, my feet and ankles are cankles today that is for sure! But, I am feeling good and hey! We're having a baby soon. What 29 days!!
But this poor baby doesn't have a name yet. Can you believe that?! We are not sure AGAIN!!! Maybe you all have input for us. We need both sexes. First and middle names! And we will not be changing it up for the last baby. It HAS to be a C name please. Although, I like the name Isabella lol!
HELP!
Thursday, November 1, 2007
November 1st - December 1st
Last night I went for a nice pedicure and had the OPI colour a dozen roses put on my toes, and I got a mini manicure, my final waxing for the big day. I have my hair appointment on Saturday, and a wedding to attend. On Sunday, my prenatal photos. I will be all ready for baby at that point should baby decide to be an early bird. And, I booked another pedi for the 24th of November because I have a busy weekend and week that week. So, I figured I could get one more pedi in hopefully!
OK, 30 days left until my due date. I am starting to freak a bit! Well, just a little I guess. Today, I was standing in the bathroom getting ready and Cliff looked at my bare belly and rubbed it and said WOW, that baby is so low. I said I know, crazy huh, the bum is right here...(sort of upper left) and he said wow your skin is so smooth, no stretch marks or anything! Too funny.
Anyways, Right now, baby has hiccups again. The baby is gaining weight, and filling out its cute little self. I cannot wait to see who the baby might be. Last night I had a dream that Cliff was painting a picture of a little boy, but I knew he was not my little boy. He belonged to somebody else. He was copying a photo and drawing. Weird.
And, now. I am wondering when/what we should do about the birth of the baby. I have had this convo with girlfriends before. And, maybe I should just wait and let nature take its course? or will I go with the breaking of water to start off this labour too (like the last too) or, will waiting become a crazy fast labour where I have a baby too quickly at home on the way to the hospital!?
I guess my doc and I will chat about this at my next appointment. See what he feels. I REALLY want my doc to be there to help deliver the baby. Hmmmm.
OK, 30 days left until my due date. I am starting to freak a bit! Well, just a little I guess. Today, I was standing in the bathroom getting ready and Cliff looked at my bare belly and rubbed it and said WOW, that baby is so low. I said I know, crazy huh, the bum is right here...(sort of upper left) and he said wow your skin is so smooth, no stretch marks or anything! Too funny.
Anyways, Right now, baby has hiccups again. The baby is gaining weight, and filling out its cute little self. I cannot wait to see who the baby might be. Last night I had a dream that Cliff was painting a picture of a little boy, but I knew he was not my little boy. He belonged to somebody else. He was copying a photo and drawing. Weird.
And, now. I am wondering when/what we should do about the birth of the baby. I have had this convo with girlfriends before. And, maybe I should just wait and let nature take its course? or will I go with the breaking of water to start off this labour too (like the last too) or, will waiting become a crazy fast labour where I have a baby too quickly at home on the way to the hospital!?
I guess my doc and I will chat about this at my next appointment. See what he feels. I REALLY want my doc to be there to help deliver the baby. Hmmmm.
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