December 26, 2010

Merry Christmas!!! And truly it has been a very Merry Christmas. Beau is 5 and a half months old. He is truly my love and joy. This is the happiest I have ever been in my life. I am living my dream of being a Mom and it's better than I ever even imagined.

Prior to the week of Christmas Beau hadn't changed all that much since October as far as his ability to do anything on his own other than eat and sleep. Sometime around the middle of November he started to sleep 11 straight hours at night. We put him down at 7pm and he will usually sleep until 6am. Such a good sleeper. Mommy and Daddy are very happy about his ability to sleep all night long. He is of course much bigger than he was in October. I packed away the 3 months size clothes around the beginning of November. He is now wearing 6 month sizes and can fit into many 9 month size clothes. However, he was very stubborn in the fact that he did not want to roll over. I remember his cousin Peyton-Ashley was rolling over by Thanksgiving. Well, Beau is not interested in that whatsoever. So most of the time Beau is either being held, laying on his blanket on the floor or bouncing in his Jumperoo. That is up until this week of course.

Perhaps he was so excited about Christmas or perhaps seeing all his older cousins inspired him but he decided he was going to do some new things this week. On Monday December 20, he decided it was time for him to sit up and he did! Such a big boy! He is still a little wobbly but he loves to sit up and play now. Especially with his new toys. On Tuesday, December 21st he found his feet. Now when he is on his back he loves to grab his feet. He tries with all his might to pull them up to his mouth so he can suck on his toes. He gets frustrated because he can't quite get his toes in his mouth. It is the sweetest thing to watch.

Beau got all kinds of fun toys for Christmas as well as some new outifts. He got his first workbench with lots of tools to play with. He got some books and some stuffed animals. His daddy bought him a big blow up bath tub in the shape of a duck. I'm sure he will love it now that he can sit up.

Beau spent his first Christmas playing all morning and crying all afternoon. I think Mommy and Daddy probably wore him out with all the presents to unwrap and bows and paper to play with in addition to the actual toys! Poor guy, he just got worn out.

We are so thankful that the whole family is home and we all get to spend time together. I know Ol Shep and Mimi are so happy to spend time with Beau as are Uncle Aaron and Aunt Jolene. We had such a fun time this Christmas with our precious baby. I know next year he will be running around, saying some words and generally being a normal toddler but this year, Beau was our precious little Christmas baby. I want to cherish every second of it!

So Much to Say

Beau is 15 weeks old today. Hooray! He is growing so big and so fast. In the past week or so, Beau has found his voice and has so much to say especially when his Daddy is around. For some reason, Dan can really get him to "talk". He mostly talks at night when his Daddy comes home from work. Beau likes to tell him all about his day.

Beau also is getting more control over his arms and hands. He is able to grasp a toy and bring it up to his mouth now. It is nice for me because I don't have to be his sole source of entertainment. I can give him a toy and he will hold it and play with it for a short time.

Beau recently slept through the night for the first time for us. He has consistently been doing 8-9 hrs but the other night he slept from 8pm to 6am! Such a big boy!

We are having a very busy fall. We are up and out the door every Monday - Saturday by 8:30 am. I joined MOPS at my church and am leading a bible study group. I am back at the gym on the other days trying to lose this last 10 lbs that probably won't come off until I'm done breastfeeding. I love my gym and have missed it so much. They have a child care center which is so nice. The workers there seem to like Beau and call him "their serious boy". So true. He is so serious sometimes. I do all sorts of things to get smiles out of him. More often than not, I am unsuccessful.

We are going to go carve pumpkins with our friends next weekend and although Beau can't really participate, I'm sure we'll get some good pictures. We are really looking forward to this holiday season.

Here are some fun pictures from the last couple weeks and a video clip.

Dedicated to the Lord

It has been way too long since I have blogged. So many things have happened. I suppose that is why it has been to long. This little baby takes up a lot of time. :) Over the past month Beau has grown out of all his newborn clothes, went to his 2 month check up and got his first shots, started smiling, giggling, and cooing, and best of all, we dedicated little Beau to the Lord.

Beau is in all 3 month size clothes now. Now that it is fall, he has been wearing jeans and tee shirts most of the time. I love to dress him like his Daddy and I know he likes to look like a "big boy".

At Beau's 2 month check up he weighed 12lb. He is growing so fast. He also had to get his first vaccines. It was the hardest thing I have done over the past month. The nurse laid him on the table and told me to hold his hands. He had to get 3 shots. She did it really fast but as soon as she stuck him, his face turned bright red and a sound came out of him I have never heard before. :( I starting crying too. It was so very sad. It must have been traumatic for him too because he slept the rest of the day all the way until the next morning waking only to eat and go right back to sleep.

Beau is smiling and giggling so much now. When I go to get him out of his crib in the morning, he gives me the biggest smile! It is the best feeling in the world. Dan can really get lots of smiles and giggles out of our little guy. He is becoming more responsive and expressive every day.

The best part of the last month is that on Sunday September 19th, we dedicated Beau to the Lord. The church was decorated with baby blocks, books and bottles. Beau's whole family came to pray and commit to raising him in the ways of the Lord. The Pastor said that the Holy Spirit gave him a word about Beau. He said that "Beau will be an influencer of many". Wow, what an amazing word. Dan and I have the responsibility to make sure he is a good influencer and not a bad one. :) After the dedication, we came back to the house had had champagne and a great dinner with the whole family. It was such a special day!

A few more thoughts for this post: Beau is starting to like taking baths. I can even get him to smile while in the tub. We sing "Splish, Splash, I was takin a bath". He also loves it when I put lotion on him and rub his little body. I think he will like to get massages and facials when he gets big. :) His cousin Peyton-Ashley love to say "hi beau" and give him kisses. Mimi and Grampy have gone back to Georgia for the fall so we will have to Skype to say hello. I have joined MOPS and am leading a bible study at my church this fall so Beau goes to the church nursery to play with the other babies. I think it is very good for him to be in a bright, vibrant room with lots of colorful toys and loud children. He seems to do pretty well in there and the nursery workers all love him of course!

We are looking forward to the next few months so much. Here are some pictures from the last month.

Baby grunts and smiles

At 7 week and 4 days old, Beau is sweeter than ever. That past couple weeks have been so wonderful. He has just started to smile back at Mommy and Daddy. My heart just melts when he does. It is so fun to see him respond and to know that he is happy in his heart. His eyes light up and he smiles and opens his mouth like he wants to laugh. Dan has gotten him to giggle a couple times.

In addition to smiling, Beau loves to grunt. He grunts when he is hungry, tired, fussy, poopy, happy, sad, sleeping, and waking. I'm not sure why he grunts for every emotion but he does and he seems to like expressing himself in that way.

Beau has pretty much grown out of all his newborn clothes now. :( I can't believe it. It is kind of sad. His sweet little sleepers that he wore in the hospital when he was first born that were too big for him then, are too small for him now. He is starting to get a belly and some chubby legs.

Another sign that he is getting bigger is that he has started to sleep for longer spans at night. It is wonderful! For the past two nights, he slept for 6 hours and 45 minutes before he woke up to eat again. Hooray. Sleep makes for a happy baby and a much happier mommy.

Beau got to meet his great grandparents last weekend. Dan's Aunt Brenda hosted a get together for all the Siegfrieds to come and meet Beau. Beau was pretty fussy as so many people in one room made for a loud afternoon but I was so glad to have 4 generations in one room. My grandparents have all past and so it is pretty special that Dan's grandparents are still here and able to hold and interact with Beau.

I packed all my maternity clothes away this week. Happy that they do not fit anymore but also looking forward to wearing them again someday. I have been back to working out 4 days a week or so. It has been tough as I can really feel the extra weight on my body slowing me down. I'm not back to normal yet but I'm getting there. More and more of my old clothes are fitting everyday. Carrying a little extra weight for a short time is a pretty fair deal to get such a wonderful baby in return.

I feel so happy and content in my heart. I have such joy right now that I haven't had in years. I'm so thankful for Beau and for getting to be a mother.

Here are some fun shots from this week.

Getting Bigger...

Beau is 5 weeks and 3 days old. He is getting bigger everyday. I can't believe it but some of his newborn clothes are starting to get a little snug. He is becoming a better eater everyday and is more content to lay his swing or crib instead of Mommy holding him. His eyes are able to focus more and more and although at times he still looks at me like "Where am I and who the heck are you?", I know he is starting to recognize his Mommy and Daddy as well. Beau loves to stretch and stretch after his naps. He puts his arms over his head and gets a great stretch. It is so cute!

We have had some adventures over the past week or so. First, Beau is a big spit-up-er right now. I've been feeding him mostly while I sit on the couch. It is just a comfortable spot for both of us but I worry that I am going to need to get the whole couch steam cleaned very soon. He has spit up all over it! I'm contantly trying to the get spit up out of the couch these days. I've started to just lay towels over everything that he lays/sits on. He also loves to spit up all over Mommy. A few nights ago, at our 4am feeding, he spit up all over my front, then all over my hair, then he had a diaper blowout. What was supposed to be a quick 20 minute feeding turned into an hour of cleaning, wiping, and changing for both of us.

The best part of the last couple weeks is that we have started Beau on the Babywise schedule. He eats every 3 hours during the day mixed with play times and nap times. Both Mom and Beau are really enjoying this new schedule and routine. I am more confident in understanding his needs and he is sleeping in larger spans during the night which is awesome. I hope in the next few weeks, he will sleep a full 8 hours at night. Heaven!!!

Dan and I also have gotten out a couple times since we had little Beau thanks to our wonderful family members who have babysat for us. We played 18 holes of golf one day and last night we went to a concert. It has been nice to reconnect as husband and wife as well as Mom and Dad.

I feel so happy and content, which I haven't felt in a long time. I love being a Mom and am so thankful each day to have my arms full of baby.

Some fun pictures from this week.
Beau at the pool with his Mimi
















Just out of the bath











































Playtime!

3 weeks and 4 days old...

Beau is a cuddler! He loves his Mommy. He does not want to be away from me. He wants to be held all the time. Not just held, cuddled and snuggled and I must do it just the way he likes or he will let me know. "No mommy, that is not how I want to be snuggled". I know this is just a phase and I'm trying to enjoy it as I know he won't always be like this. It just makes it hard to shower, clean the house, do laundry, go to the grocery store. Etc. I am learning to do many things one handed. I can push a grocery cart, fill it up, check out and get back to the car all with one hand.

Beau also loves to be awake at night. He favorite time of night is between 2am and 5am. He wakes up ready to eat and after I feed him he looks at me like "Cool. What are we going to do now Mom?" Last night I don't think he slept after 2am until 7am this morning. Thankfully, it is Sunday so Dan helped me since he didn't have to go to work. He got up, fed and hung out with him and let me sleep until 8:30! Woo-hoo! I got up feeling like a new person!

The other day I told Beau about Jesus for the first time and how he never had to be worried that we wouldn't be together. If we have to be separted it will only be for a very short time and it will be okay. I told him that because Jesus died for us, we get to go to heaven and be together forever. I'll never forget that moment I had with him. I just sat in the rocker with him cried, so thankful for the gift of salvation and the new meaning that it has for me now I have Beau in my life.

Some pictures from this week.
Mimi and Beau















Cousin Jaelyn and Beau

So this is LOVE...

We have certainly had a busy couple weeks here at the Siegfried household. We are adjusting to this new little person who has moved in with us. The first week we survived 5 doctors visits in 5 days. Beau had jaundice and had to go on lights. He had to get his blood tested everyday to make sure he was getting better. Thankfully, he did recover quickly and we only had to have him on lights for 3 days.

My older brother Aaron and his wife Jolene came to visit. It was great to spend time with them and I'm so thankful they got to meet Beau. We went to a birthday party for my precious neice Peyton-Ashley. She turned one on July 1st. I was glad that Beau could be there to celebrate his cousin's 1st birthday.

The first couple weeks of Mommyhood have been challenging. My recovery from giving birth was harder than I thought it would be. Breastfeeding was much harder than I thought it would be. Getting up in the middle of the night, several times a night, has been much harder as well. Thankfully everyday gets a little easier. My body is healing and adjusting to my new sleep schedule. Beau and I are both getting the hang of breastfeeding that is getting easier as well.

As challenging as it is to figure this all out, it is of course, such an amazing time and each day with Beau is a gift. I am so in love with this little boy. I feel like I now have a deeper understanding of what love is, of what it means to love someone, and of how much God must love me.

Here are some more fun pictures from the first couple weeks with Beau.

Beau Aaron Siegfried is here!!!

My baby boy has arrived. Beau Aaron Siegfried was born on Wednesday, July 7th at 9:24 am. He was 19 inches long and 7 pounds, 4 ounces.

Birth Story: Dan and I arrived at St. Joseph Hospital at 8pm on Tuesday, July 6th for our scheduled induction. I was quickly admitted and shown to my labor and delivery room. I got changed into my hospital gown and was given medicine to soften my cervix. I was told that I may have some cramping but would most likely sleep through the night. Well, 15 minutes after I took the medicine, I starting having bad cramping. It came and went and continually got stronger. I was in LABOR!!!

I supposed I am just a big whimp but it hurt! I asked for some pain relief right away. Well no wonder it hurt, I dilated from 2cm to 4cm within an hour or so. I was progressing quickly. I got an epidural, which took a while to work, but when they figured out the right medicine and dosage, I was much happier. I couldn't sleep with the epidural as I could still feel the pressure coming and going and I suppose I was just too anxious to relax enough to get some sleep.

We called my Mom when I got an epidural and she came to the hospital at around 1 am. Then I decided I needed my Daddy to come down too so he came around 3 am. The rest of my family came some time between 6 and 7 am. I was so glad that everyone was there. Around 7am I was 5-6 cm dilated but by 8am I was 7cm and I went from 7cm to 10 cm in one hour (8am to 9am).

By now my epidural was wearing off and and I could feel the contractions again but they didn't hurt too badly. It was just enough that I could feel when to push and push effectively. Around 9am my wonderful Doctor said it was time to go. I couldn't believe it. It was happening so fast. When my Doctor said those words it was like a whirlwind all around me. I was so excited and anxious. I was finally going to meet this baby that I carried inside me for 9 months. The feeling was overwhelming and I started to cry.

The nurses positioned me so I was all ready to push. Thankfully, I was still numb enough that I didn't have any pain in pushing. I pushed for about 20 minutes and out came this perfect miracle at 9:24 am. The Doctor and nurses placed him on my tummy. I just held him and cried for joy! I said "hello", "happy birthday" and "welcome". I told him how much everybody loved him and that Jesus loved him too. I told him how we have all waited for him for so long. I told him that his Mommy and Daddy were right there and were so happy to meet him.

The Doctor and nurses got me all fixed up and cleaned up and we brought the rest of my family in the room to meet Beau. Mom, Dad, Allison, Ike, Kelsey and my mother-in-law Michele were all there. The nurses weighed him and measured him. A perfect 7lbs, 4oz (same as me at birth) and 19 inches long. They cleaned him up and Dan put on his first diaper.

Everyone got a chance to hold him and say hello. We popped open a bottle of champagne and had a toast! Soon after we all gathered together and prayed. We praised and thanked the Lord for this precious gift. I was overcome with gratitude for the Lord, for my family, for everyone who prayed for this little guy.

What an amazing experience! Probably the best day of my life. I marvel at how I can love someone so much that I just met. It is overwhelming. My brother, Pastor Ike, read this verse that morning: Psalm 127: 3-5

3 Sons are a heritage from the LORD,
children a reward from him.

4 Like arrows in the hands of a warrior
are sons born in one's youth.

5 Blessed is the man
whose quiver is full of them.
They will not be put to shame
when they contend with their enemies in the gate.

39 Weeks Pregnant!!! Last Pregnant Post!

Your baby's waiting to greet the world! He continues to build a layer of fat to help control his body temperature after birth, but it's likely he already measures about 20 inches and weighs a bit over 7 pounds. The outer layers of his skin are sloughing off as new skin forms underneath.

Baby is now the size of a small watermelon!!!
















Total weight gain: Up 1 more lb. 30 lbs total for my pregnancy. Exactly what my OB recommended that I gain for my pre-pregnancy body weight and size! I did a good job. :) Now onto losing it all - Yes, I am already thinking about it.
Updates: Still pretty much the same as last week. My 39 week appointment was a little anti-climactic. So it is looking like next week Tuesday 7/6, I will be admitted to the hospital (St. Joseph) at 8pm for an induction. Baby Beau will most likely be born on 7/7/2010.
Sleep: I'm starting the count down for "nights left to sleep while pregnant". I realize that I will go from some sleep now to almost no sleep when baby arrives but even 15 minutes of laying COMFORTABLY in my bed sounds like heaven as does getting up to feed my baby instead of getting up to use the bathroom...again.
Other symptoms: Pretty much the same symptoms as last week. Lots of pre-labor signs, just no actual real labor.
Other Thoughts: Today is my niece Peyton-Ashley's first birthday. One year ago today God brought her into this world to be a part of our family. She stole our hearts immediately. I've been so blessed to be her Auntie. She has brought so much happiness into my life. I think she and I will always share a special Auntie/Niece bond. Also, this is my last "pregnant" post. Not sure when I will be able to post again but I hope to continue my blog with pictures and information about my new life as a mommy! This blog has been such a great way for me to document everything I have been through physically and emotionally. I've really enjoyed posting every week. The next time I post, I will be a mommy!!!
Best moment last week: Got a pre-labor manicure and pedicure yesterday! I might be too tired to do my hair and makeup every single day over the next month but I will have cute feet!
What I am looking forward to: I finally get to say "Delivering my baby!!!" I am actually really scared and anxious about labor and delivery but I have decided that I will be getting an epidural so hopefully that will help facilitate a more calm and peaceful delivery experience. However, since I've never done it before, I have no idea what to REALLY expect. I am just going to pray that after all is said and done, I will have a happy and healthy baby!
39 Week Belly Picture:

38 Weeks Pregnant!!!

Your baby has really plumped up. He weighs about 6.8 pounds and he's over 19 1/2 inches long. He has a firm grasp, which you'll soon be able to test when you hold his hand for the first time! His organs have matured and are ready for life outside the womb.

Wondering what color your baby's eyes will be? You may not be able to tell right away. If he's born with brown eyes, they'll likely stay brown. If he's born with steel gray or dark blue eyes, they may stay gray or blue or turn green, hazel, or brown by the time he's 9 months old.

Baby is now the length of a leek!!
















Total weight gain: Up 1 more lb this week. 29 lbs total.
Updates: Went to my 38 week appointment today. Slight difference this week. 1.5 cm dilated and 80% effaced. My OB thinks baby weighs about 7 lbs right now and he feels long and skinny (just like a Shepardson boy). She informed me that 70% of first time moms will NOT go into labor on their own until on or after their due date. We made a back up plan that if I do not go into labor by July 6th, she will scheduled an induction for that evening. That would be just fine with me. I could have a 7/7/10 baby! Who knows though, I still could go tonight, tomorrow or next week but it is nice to have an end date in mind.
Sleep: Better sleep this week. I can't believe it! Since baby has moved down out of my ribs, I am less uncomfortable (no more rib pain) and can breath more easily. I've slept in my own bed for 3 nights in a row! It is so wonderful!
Other symptoms: Still having shooting pains from baby resting on my nerves, having menstrual type cramps occasionally as well as braxston hicks contractions. I've been nesting like crazy too. Lots of cleaning and organizing going on.
Best moment last week: We had a fun weekend celebrating father's day! We spent the evening at my parent's home and toasted my dad, my brother-in-law and soon to be father Dan. Also, I took some pictures of the finished nursery (below). I like to just hang out in there now and think about what it will be like to be a mother. I have a feeling I'll look back on that statement and think "I can't believe I had the time to just hang out and think!"
Other thoughts: This week I've been reflecting on how I got to this point. How did I survive years of heartache and empty arms to getting pregnant to making it full term in my pregnancy? Well, it was with lots and lots of prayers. So many people cried out to the Lord to bless me and give me a child. My mom and dad, brothers and sisters, in-laws, friends, and my church family all said countless prayers for me and am I so thankful for each and every person and prayer. The following are the wonderful words from the bible from which I drew strength and peace in my infertility journey:

Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

Psalm 71:20-21 Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again.

Jeremiah 31:13 (the Message) Their lives will be like a well-watered garden,never again left to dry up. Young women will dance and be happy, young men and old men will join in. I'll convert their weeping into laughter, lavishing comfort, invading their grief with joy.

Psalm 37:4-5 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he will bring it to pass.

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

2 Corinthians 1:20 For no matter how many promises God has made, they are "Yes" in Christ. And so through him the "Amen" is spoken by us to the glory of God.

Psalm 113:9 He settles the barren woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the LORD!

Praise the Lord indeed! Thank you for filling these empty arms. If there is anyone out there who is going through a difficult time, those are God's promises to all of us! Take Heart! and rest in the peace of His word.
What I am looking forward to: Well, now that I know my end date, I am looking forward to July 6th. However, I also look forward to waking Dan up in the middle of the night so he can take me to hospital! Seriously though, I am just going to enjoy these last few days of growing this precious baby inside my belly.
38 Week Belly Picture:





























Nursery Pictures:

37 Weeks Pregnant - Full Term!!!

Your baby is now considered "full term," even though your due date is three weeks away. If you go into labor now, his lungs will likely be mature enough to fully adjust to life outside the womb. Your baby weighs 6 1/3 pounds and measures a bit over 19 inches, head to heel. Many babies have a full head of hair at birth, with locks from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches long. But don't be surprised if your baby's hair isn't the same color as yours. Dark-haired couples are sometimes thrown for a loop when their children come out as blonds or redheads, and fair-haired couples have been surprised by Elvis look-alikes. And then, of course, some babies sport only peach fuzz.

Baby is now the length of a stalk of Swiss chard!!!

















Total weight gain: No weight gain this week. 28 lbs total.
Updates: Not too much of a difference this week. Still 1cm dialated but 70% effaced. My OB said it could still be today, tomorrow, or 3 weeks from now. I was a little suprised that I hadn't progressed further. Baby's head is very low and I can sure feel it! My hospital bag is packed and ready.
Sleep: Not good. I think last night I got 3 hours. A combination of contractions, cramping, sore ribs, diminished lung capacity, baby awake and moving, and just pure anxiety.
Other symptoms: Like I said, baby's head is right at my cervix and he continues to bump into it sending shooting pains many many times a day. Now that weather has heated up, I'm trying to remember to be thankful that I only have 3 more weeks at the most. 80 degrees is feeling like 110 to me. I'm very uncomforable in the heat.
Movement: I've read that baby's movements are supposed to start to slow now just because of the lack of room in my belly. Well, he is just as active as ever if not even more so since he seems even stronger. That is fine with me though. I still love feeling every movement.
Best moment last week: For all intents and purposes, the nursery is done! Hooray! The furniture is beautiful! I don't have pictures this week because I still need to hang some things on the walls but I hope to get that all done this weekend. I'll take some pictures and post them soon. My mom and I put together a glider all by ourselves. I was very proud of us. I would not have had the confidence to do it on my own but together we figured it out! My sister helped with setting up my nursery as well and my neice Baby Peyton helped by eating boxes and instruction manuals.
What I am looking forward to: I still need to organize baby's clothes and blankets etc., clean off my dining room table of boxes and plastic wrapping/packaging, and just general nesting and cleaning. I realize that baby will not know if my house is properly vacuumed and dusted but I have to do something with this nervous energy.
37 Week Belly Picture:

36 Weeks Pregnant!!!

Baby should soon descend into your pelvis, which will give your lungs a little room to breathe (literally). The bad news: This puts the brunt of baby's weight on your hips and pelvis, and will make them pretty sore. Add in your ever-loosening ligaments, and you may soon be taking on that oh-so-adorable pregnancy waddle.

Baby is now the size of a crenshaw melon!!!















Total weight gain: Up another lb this week. 28lbs total. My OB said I was starting to retain some fluid so that may be some of it.
Updates: Very exciting this week. I went to my OB appointment today and my Dr. said I am 1 cm dialated and 50% effaced. She said "Go home and pack your hospital bag! It could be tonight, it could still be weeks from now". Not completely helpful information but exciting nonetheless. I will go to the Dr. every week now until I deliver. Hopefully I will continue to make progress as I get closer to my due date.
Other symptoms: More and more contractions although nothing regular or significant. However, I have started to have a lot of pressure in my pelvis. Dr. said that is baby settling in lower and lower, getting ready to come out!
Movement: Lots of hiccups this week along with normal movement. Was at my parents house during one of his hiccup sessions and everyone got to feel them on the outside of my belly. It was pretty fun.
Best moment last week: Had a small shower last weekend. It was so fun and I got some great baby gifts! My mother-in-law Michele was so generous! She pretty much outfitted my entire nursery plus got me a pack-n-play along with some great toys and clothes! She said she has been buying for this baby since before we even announced we were pregnant! That made me cry! Thank you everyone who helped and came to the shower. It was a special time of celebration!
What I am looking forward to: Nursery Furniture is being delivered today! I'm so excited!!! It is a happy day when you get to set up a crib for your very own precious baby.
36 Week Belly Picture: Woah Mamma!!

























Picture of me at my shower with baby flip flops given by my sister-in-law Kelsey!