Wordless Wednesday

Great Ultrasound!

So, we went in this morning for our ultrasound to make sure Baby Girl was growing ok.  The ultrasound went great for many reasons.

1. We found out she is still a girl!  Yay!  No need for a little boy to wear girl dresses! :)
2. I found out exactly how she's laying.  She is head down, and her spine curls around my left side.  So all the poking I feel on the right side is from her hand, knees, and feet.
3. She isn't measuring small at all, and my fluid levels are just fine.  In fast, she's measuring at 35 weeks - so 2 weeks ahead!  I know how off ultrasounds can be, so I'm not swearing by this, but she weighs an estimated 5lbs 15oz already!  The ultrasound tech called her a 'chubby one.'  Considering Gavin weighed 6lbs 10oz at birth, I have a feeling this little girl will be bigger than him!

So, my next appointment in 2 weeks I'll be tested for Group B Strep, and he said he'd check my cervix to see how things are getting started! 


  

A Painting Masterpiece

I honestly think one of the best things about this pregnancy is experiencing it through Gavin's eyes. He's so excited about the baby coming and is very involved.  I told Jarrod recently that I wanted to let Gavin paint my belly, which of course he thought was kind of strange...  But, I thought Gavin would really get a kick out of it.  So this past weekend, we finished up breakfast and I let Gavin go to town.  It turned out to be a quick activity, but we still enjoyed it.  

The proud artist! 

The finished masterpiece!

33 Weeks!

Yep - another shadow, Tori - I was too tired to argue with Jarrod.  :)

Pregnancy Highlights:

How Far Along: 33 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby Hamm is about the size of a honeydew.  

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I'm going to re-weigh myself in the morning, because this morning it said I gained 3lbs this past week and I don't believe that!

Maternity Clothes: Absolutely!

Gender: It's a GIRL!!!  When the name is decided, it will be kept a secret until she arrives.  I think we're down to 3 names right now (and sadly, Aveeno isn't on that list....but it is ranked at a close 4th!) 

Movement: This baby seems to never stop moving lately!  She's so active, especially at night and when I'm eating.  I love it!

Sleep: Sleep has been going downhill thanks to the million times I have to wake up to pee!

What I miss:  Margaritas - it's summer!  I'd love to have a margarita with Jarrod.

Cravings: Water and fruity drinks - Jarrod went to get me a watermelon slush the other night and it was so delicious!

Symptoms:  Braxton Hicks contractions, heart burn and carpal tunnel are the main things right now.

Best Moment this week:  Having my shower - it was such a great time!

When I got my camera out to take my belly shots last night, Gavin wanted to take one.  So, I wrapped the strap around his neck and let him try to take a picture.  This is what he got -

I asked him if it worked and he looked at it and said, "No.  Let's take one of your face now."

I'm getting a bit antsy lately.  I started a list of things to pack this weekend and am working on some notes for Gavin for while we're in the hospital.  I love being pregnant and I'm enjoying every minute, every ache, every pain, everything - but I am also getting really excited to see her!

We had my check up this morning, and while everything looks good, I am measuring about 2 weeks behind where I should be so I'm going in tomorrow morning for another ultrasound to make sure her growth and my fluid level is ok.  Of course, we'll probably have to pay out of pocket for this one, but it does mean we get to see her again!  

A Public Service Announcement

I just wanted to throw out a little PSA for all my mommy friends that are reading this.  Earlier this week, a little girl just shy of 2 years old from our playgroup pulled their 60in flat screen tv over on top of her.  After being take by helicopter to a nearby Children's Hospital, it was determined that she had a skull fracture and a broken nose.  She's recently been moved out of intensive care and is talking and alert.  Her mom got to hold her about 48 hours after the event took place - can you imagine going that long without being able to hold your baby???  When I read that, I started crying.  I can't imagine.  She will likely wear a neck brace for 8 weeks and is still in the hospital for monitoring, but is luckily going to be ok.  But, it's a lesson for us all to anchor our furniture and televisions.  Gavin pulled the dresser over on himself a few months back, and I know we were so lucky that he escaped with just a few scrapes.  We anchored that dresser after that happened, but nothing else.  So, I just ordered these straps from Amazon for our tv - Straps - and think everyone should do something similar.  Keep your little ones safe, and keep Bea in your thoughts, too.  :)