It's a Girl!

Meleah Rose

June 18, 2008

8 lbs 6 oz

20 1/2 inches long

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Baby Book Photo

The baby books that I have for Henry and the baby each have a spot for a picture of Mom & Dad before the baby came. We took the most recent one at the cottage this weekend since we didn't know when there would be someone else available to take it later.

Here is the picture from Henry's book for comparison...

Eight Months...a little late

One Week Remaining!

We are one week from the due date! It has gone so fast...especially this last month. All of the sudden we realized that the baby is going to be here, and hopefully soon! We have so much to do yet. It will all get done I'm sure, at least the important things.

Henry is settled in his new "Big Boy" room and is trying out all of the baby's toys. He sees my belly, lifts my shirt and says "baby come out now!" We have to agree!

Reaching the Limit

Last night Scott told me that he can't hug me anymore, just not in so many words.

"There is just too much belly for it to feel natural."

"I don’t have King Kong arms to stretch around you."

At least Henry will still hug me...sometimes.

Small is a Relative Term

This entire pregnancy I have been told that my belly is small for how far along I am. I just tell them it is hidden by the clothes.

Yesterday I went to the doctor for my 35 week appointment. The doctor confirmed that I was measuring small. However, she put it all in perspective...

Small for me still means at least a 9 pounder!

The Bump Upon the Bump

My bump has a bump. My belly button timer has been going off for quite some time now. Some people comment on it, others choose to ignore it. I am both of those people at different times. Sometimes I don't mind that it sticks out further than my already protruding bump, or I forget that it is even there. Other times though I'm a bit self-conscious of it.

The other night it was intriguing me. The fact that there are no more crevices, it is completely turned inside out. It goes back in when I lay down, but I can push it like a pop button on a sealed jar when I sit up. Then I squeezed it, pinched it really. Nothing happened. I didn't expect it to.

I told Scott later what I had done and that it was at that point a little sore. His response was that I should be thankful I have a button* and should not abuse it in that way.

I haven't touched it again.

*Scott is one without a belly button and gets upset during any belly button misconduct because of it.
(this retelling was written with prior approval)

6 Months and Still Growing

Let the fighting begin!

Yesterday while I was reading Henry some stories he got kicked. Luckily he didn't notice, or didn't react. This has been happening for some time now, it just hasn't been felt from the outside. I could actually see this one though.

When I'm changing Henry's clothes or diaper he constantly has to have a foot (or two) on my belly. I think he knows what he is doing and it is his way of showing dominance over the little one.

3 Months to go

Another month done. Time is starting to speed up...and run out. I know that it is still 3 months, but it doesn't seem that long.

Scott admitted to talking about me to the pregnant women that he works with. His comment as to if I complain:

Scott: "How about you tell me when you DON'T have heartburn or a sore tailbone?"

He of course hadn't told ME that he thought I was complaining a lot. Now I know, and haven't said a word since...well, I've tried not to say a word. But really, how would he share in the pregnancy if I didn't tell him about all of its joys?!

4 Months to go

Another doctor visit today. I was a little nervous about the weighing in, but after the flu this week that was no problem. In fact, she told me to eat more! Who doesn't want to hear that?! She knows I'm not aiming for a 11 or 12 pounder, but still wants to see more calories. I'll get right on that.

Everything else checked out great. Next month is my glucose test. I remember that not being too bad with Henry so I'm hoping it turns out the same way this time.

Baby on the Move

Last night before I headed to bed the Baby was on the move. Scott even felt the kicking for the first time. We were able to watch it moving around even. Apparently this is going to be an active child!

Feeling Pregnant

Today more than one person told me that I was finally looking pregnant. Well, today I feel pregnant! Everything feels tight and tonight the heartburn has been non-stop! Nothing is helping it go away, and nothing sounds good to try anymore. I guess I'll head to bed and hope it is gone in the morning!

Halfway Through

We have made it halfway, 20 weeks down, 20 to go! I can't believe this little fact. I still have moments where I don't feel pregnant at all. I have finally broken out some maternity clothes, but am thrilled to still be wearing my own jeans! This is inspite of the snacking and sweets that I have been consuming. Cereal has been the snack of choice and Root Beer is still a favorite all of the time!

Even Henry seems to be getting ready in his own little way. I have a cabbage patch doll that he loves to hug and carry around. He points out it's features (eyes, nose and ears) and then pats it's head and says "nice". Hopefully this will be the same in a few months.

Ultrasound Update

This is the best picture from our ultrasound. We didn't have too many to take home, the baby was hiding from the camera. Everything went well though, the baby is growing well. I managed to put on a little extra weight this month, so I'm just working on bulking it up! I'm not aiming for a 12 pounder this time around though!

5 more sleeps

Only 5 more sleeps until our ultrasound...we can't wait!

Drowning in Root Beer

Craving: Root Beer

I think this baby will be a swimmer...there is definitely enough fluid going down!

Merry Christmas

The baby was spoiled already this Christmas. We received many gifts from family for our new little one. They have all been tucked away together and waiting more patiently than we for use.

I had another appointment with the doctor on Christmas eve. Everything was well. The next appt is our ultrasound - we can't wait!

One Sickness to Another

So I seem to have passed from morning sickness to the winter cold. I had a cold over Christmas while pregnant for Henry, so I guess it is fitting. I'm hoping to be through the worst of it soon so that next week is more fun. Three days down, how many more to go?!

13 Weeks

We have hit the 13 week mark, the end of the first trimester! My morning sickness is subsiding, still the occasional flare up, but nothing to bad. We are all thankful for that! A third of the way through, 2/3 to go.