34 Weeks and Counting

I just have to share our latest journey with everyone. We had another ultrasound done on Tuesday and it went GREAT!!! Our little guy is weighing in at 4 pounds and 13 ounces. This means that if he makes it to March 16 he will be right around 8 pounds! That's right....I said if. BIG IF!

Our little guy was also busy doing other things to keep him occupied (besides steadily gaining weight). He was busy smacking his sweet little mouth (which was one of the sweetest things I've ever seen), sucking his thumb and, my personal favorite, sticking his tounge out at his momma and daddy. Can you believe it! He even opened his eyes and gave us a good once-over. It looks as though he is gonna have his momma's narrow jaw line and his daddy's eyes...which I could not be more excited about because Chris has killer eyes!!! Watch out ladies, you won't be able to beat this sweet combo!

And each day I am even more ready to meet him! I have thoroughly enjoyed cooing and holding my friend's little ones but this makes me even more eager to hold my Caleb. I have also noticed that the bigger his movements become, the less terrified I am for him to be here. Maybe I am having a mother-type epiphany because I am no longer scared that I will burp him too hard or swaddle him too tight and cut off his circulation. This alone is a wonderful feeling to feel. So just think how amazing it will be when I actually have him in my arms. I can't even imagine!!

Tae Bo Kick and Spin

This is the only way I can describe my little guy's movements lately. I know that all first time mothers probably wonder just what is he/she doing in there but the answer is easy....MOVING and SHAKING!!! I know I might complain, very rarely, when he moves so big only because sometimes it doesn't feel so great but I secretly LOVE LOVE LOVE that he moves so much because that just shows me that my little guy is strong and growing just the way he should be. And at this point, nothing could make me happier.

I am currently 32 weeks pregnant and Chris and I are beginning to transition our thoughts away from the pregnancy and onto the actual baby/birth itself. Which is absolutely terrifying. I mean, I just got used to being pregnant and now I have to prepare for him to be here. The doctor has suggested that in the next 2 or so weeks I go ahead and begin packing the hospital bag. Not all at once, mind you, but still add a few things when they cross our minds so we are not at the hospital with something we could really be using...like say a nursing cami or music or whatever we need to pack. Haven't researched that yet....baby steps.

Speaking of baby steps.....Chris has been sweet enough to add little touches to the nursery every weekend. I think he does the small additions as opposed to all at once because he knows I would absolutely FREAK OUT and then would come the water works!! I am doing better, though. It helps being around little babies and holding them and what not because I go home thinking of nothing but having my little guy in my arms!

Anywho....we haven't done any recent "belly" pics but as soon as we do, you know they will be posted.

Holy Moly...

As of today, I am 31 weeks pregnant which means one thing to me.....only 9 weeks until I am considered "full term". This fact both excites and terrifies me all at once. The fact that Chris and I planned this beautiful pregnancy does not pop into my head when I realize in just a few months our first little one will be here. And that is when the hormones kick in and I begin freaking out. What kind of a mother will I be? Will I get that instant bond that everyone says comes naturally? What if I am that 1/10000000000 that just doesn't "click" with their child?

Too many bad thoughts....but there's one main thought that I keep with me. I will love this little boy like no one has ever loved before! And I know whatever department I slack in that my loving husband will pick it up. Because as you all know, he was put here to be a father and oh my, what a terrific father this guy is gonna make.

29 Weeks...YIKES!

I just have a quick question...when did people assume it is all right make a comment to a pregnant woman, "Wow! You're huge!!"? Am I the only one who would NEVER do this to another person?

Seriously, and this comes from women. Oh, and I love this one..."If you're this big now you're going to be gigantic in March!"

Please people, don't say that. I am just now getting used to having my poor husband help me take on and off my shoes (and sometimes my pants if it's been a long day). Don't tell me how huge I am when I only weigh about 2 pounds heavier than when I came home from Basic Training.

Aaaaaannnnddddd....I am proud to say when Chris and I started this journey I weighed in at 103 and I am now 126. My little boy is getting the perfect amount of nutrients, vitamins and fat/calories. Plus, he is right where he needs to be at 30 weeks on the growth chart.

Well, I've said my peace and will now wish everyone a Happy New Year!! 2009 is gonna be GREAT!!! Full of adventures.