Today's checkup was fairly routine. I did get another ultrasound so they could chart his growth. He's already up to 3 lbs! I guess that explains the increased backaches and difficulties sleeping! His heartbeat was a healthy 141 bpm and he's in the 63rd percentile on size (they like them to be between 10 and 90 percentile.
We got to meet another dr. on our rotation through the practice. This one seemed nice and intelligent - Dr. Wright for those of you familiar with the practice. He didn't have any problems explaining or detailing things.
Time to turn in for some much needed R&R!
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Painted Nursery
Here are a few pics of the completed paint job on the nursery.
We're still working on all the furniture pieces.
We're still working on all the furniture pieces.
Here's the idea we're aiming for:
Saturday, January 19, 2008
28 weeks down, more backaches to go!
Job --
Since landing a go-to-work-everyday job, life has gotten a little more hectic again. All is going well with the job so far. I've been there a week and a half now. I'm starting to get a bit more acquainted with what I'm doing, his system for doing things and the direction he wants me to go in - which for now, will most likely concentrate on learning all the ins and outs of booking someone for speaking, whether it be in person, on the radio or otherwise. It's definitely a new challenge for me as this is all new territory. Getting there these past few snowy days has been interesting. As I was waiting for him to come down in his 4-wheel drive to pick me up at the bottom of the driveway, a fox went trotting by. I hear there are coyotes up there too. The dogs do a good job at keeping them at bay. Luckily, I'm not obligated to get there by a certain time or at all if the weather is bad. But...if no go, no moola.
Dr's Visit --
My initial glucose testing came on the first day of my new job. I had the odds stacked against me. I ended up staying an hour later than expected (until 2), hadn't eaten lunch yet and had 1/2 hour to grab something and get to my appt. I made the unfortunate choice of getting a McDs burger, fries and a tea. I wasn't told to avoid any foods/drinks before the test. Well, the tea did me in. My test came back elevated. So, instead of convincing them to let me retake the test, they sent me to a lab to do the extended 3-4 hour test. This one involved a pre-carb diet and fasting 12 hours prior. After a stick to the arms every hour to draw blood, I finally got the true results the next day - which were normal! Thank goodness! I did not want to have to deal with the idea of having gestational diabetes! Another small scare/concern, only to turn out to be A-OK. I am getting a little tired of all of these "tests".
Classes --
Wednesday evening was the start of another new experience - Prepared Childbirth Classes!! :) These are located at the hospital. We have a class of about 10 couples. Getting to the actual classroom is almost a workout in itself! We have a good instructor and already have homework - coming up with a birth plan. We have a couple of squeamish husbands who still find humor every time the word "vagina" is mentioned. I imagine they'll soon become desensitized to it fairly quickly.
In other news --
I've been gathering a game plan on a baby shower, so stay posted as details should soon be emerging!
Little Q has been quite active this month and not quite sure, but I think he's had a few bouts with the hiccups. Those tend to come at about 3am.
I should get some finished pics up of the painted nursery sometime this weekend. We still have a ways to go on getting all of the furniture ready to put back in.
Since landing a go-to-work-everyday job, life has gotten a little more hectic again. All is going well with the job so far. I've been there a week and a half now. I'm starting to get a bit more acquainted with what I'm doing, his system for doing things and the direction he wants me to go in - which for now, will most likely concentrate on learning all the ins and outs of booking someone for speaking, whether it be in person, on the radio or otherwise. It's definitely a new challenge for me as this is all new territory. Getting there these past few snowy days has been interesting. As I was waiting for him to come down in his 4-wheel drive to pick me up at the bottom of the driveway, a fox went trotting by. I hear there are coyotes up there too. The dogs do a good job at keeping them at bay. Luckily, I'm not obligated to get there by a certain time or at all if the weather is bad. But...if no go, no moola.
Dr's Visit --
My initial glucose testing came on the first day of my new job. I had the odds stacked against me. I ended up staying an hour later than expected (until 2), hadn't eaten lunch yet and had 1/2 hour to grab something and get to my appt. I made the unfortunate choice of getting a McDs burger, fries and a tea. I wasn't told to avoid any foods/drinks before the test. Well, the tea did me in. My test came back elevated. So, instead of convincing them to let me retake the test, they sent me to a lab to do the extended 3-4 hour test. This one involved a pre-carb diet and fasting 12 hours prior. After a stick to the arms every hour to draw blood, I finally got the true results the next day - which were normal! Thank goodness! I did not want to have to deal with the idea of having gestational diabetes! Another small scare/concern, only to turn out to be A-OK. I am getting a little tired of all of these "tests".
Classes --
Wednesday evening was the start of another new experience - Prepared Childbirth Classes!! :) These are located at the hospital. We have a class of about 10 couples. Getting to the actual classroom is almost a workout in itself! We have a good instructor and already have homework - coming up with a birth plan. We have a couple of squeamish husbands who still find humor every time the word "vagina" is mentioned. I imagine they'll soon become desensitized to it fairly quickly.
In other news --
I've been gathering a game plan on a baby shower, so stay posted as details should soon be emerging!
Little Q has been quite active this month and not quite sure, but I think he's had a few bouts with the hiccups. Those tend to come at about 3am.
I should get some finished pics up of the painted nursery sometime this weekend. We still have a ways to go on getting all of the furniture ready to put back in.
Monday, January 7, 2008
6 month update
Everything seems to still be going well minus the discomforts of pregnancy - the norm, I suppose. I'm getting used to not sleeping so much each night (thanks Bill), but I suppose it's better to get used to that now rather than when the little munchkin arrives. The all-too-exciting glucose test comes at this week's dr's appt. Can't wait for that! Drinking some really sweet stuff and waiting an hour to be tested for all the things they normally test for. They're always testing something.
This week's weather, as most of you know, has been quite the turn around with lows near 10 and highs today nearing 70. It came a nice 2-3 inch snow that took almost 4 days to melt off. I'm still waiting on the big one. Can't wait until I have a little buddy to go sledding with! I can't remember doing much snow sledding in my days, but I'm hoping to crank up a new tradition if we can get some decent inches around here. For now, Bill always gets called into work when it snows, so I'm stuck here by myself. What's a good snow with no one to share it with?
The nursery keeps progressing. Bill has been painting and painting and.... did I mention he's been painting? :) It's looking good though. The crib/bedding decor has been ordered and should arrive maybe next week. I can't wait to begin putting everything back in and getting it looking like a true nursery. I washed up all the baby blankets Saturday. Some were Bill's/mine, derived from grandmas, aunts/cousins and such. They are all ready for use, which includes 12 receiving blankets. Do you think that is enough??? Doug is hard at work on building a surprise piece for the room which we will be sure to share when it is all complete. I think I'll just move into the nursery as it will look better than our room!
I think I've begun the nesting phase as I've been cleaning everything. Trying to get all the odd stuff done now that I know I will never have time for again. Next week begins a new adventure as we start childbirth classes. I'm actually looking forward to them and hope I learn a lot b/c I'm pretty sure I/we still have a lot to learn!
I'd better turn in and get some zzzzz's for 2nite!
This week's weather, as most of you know, has been quite the turn around with lows near 10 and highs today nearing 70. It came a nice 2-3 inch snow that took almost 4 days to melt off. I'm still waiting on the big one. Can't wait until I have a little buddy to go sledding with! I can't remember doing much snow sledding in my days, but I'm hoping to crank up a new tradition if we can get some decent inches around here. For now, Bill always gets called into work when it snows, so I'm stuck here by myself. What's a good snow with no one to share it with?
The nursery keeps progressing. Bill has been painting and painting and.... did I mention he's been painting? :) It's looking good though. The crib/bedding decor has been ordered and should arrive maybe next week. I can't wait to begin putting everything back in and getting it looking like a true nursery. I washed up all the baby blankets Saturday. Some were Bill's/mine, derived from grandmas, aunts/cousins and such. They are all ready for use, which includes 12 receiving blankets. Do you think that is enough??? Doug is hard at work on building a surprise piece for the room which we will be sure to share when it is all complete. I think I'll just move into the nursery as it will look better than our room!
I think I've begun the nesting phase as I've been cleaning everything. Trying to get all the odd stuff done now that I know I will never have time for again. Next week begins a new adventure as we start childbirth classes. I'm actually looking forward to them and hope I learn a lot b/c I'm pretty sure I/we still have a lot to learn!
I'd better turn in and get some zzzzz's for 2nite!
Job Offer
Well, I finally did it! I landed a job at 26 1/2 weeks / 6 months pregnant! No time like the present, better late than never, right? I don't know if I'm at liberty to give much detail on the job/who I'm working for yet, so I'll keep it vague until I find out for sure. I'll be doing some admin/booking/web work for a local author/writer/columnist. He's a pretty public figure (although I had not heard of him) and wants to keep a low profile. His needs seems to correlate right along with what I'm looking for, so it's an excellent fit. It will be part-time with flexibility on hours, appointments, etc. He also is aware that I'm expecting and willing to work with me on my leave of absence with a return of permanent part-time work around July probably. Even Bill may get some side work out of it as he wanted to meet him also as part of my 2nd interview. I've noticed this automatic credibility when the name Biltmore is mentioned. So God is good once again and has answered prayers. I will probably begin towards the end of the week/beginning of next. Wish me well once again and thank you for your continued support and prayers!
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