Wow! 34 weeks yesterday.... that means just 6 more weeks! It feels like it has been 8 months since we found out. Now I just can't wait for her to be here.
We finished our birthing class last Wednesday, which went well. The thing I got out of it the most was that the hospital staff is there to help with anything we should need. I also had my doctor appointment on Wednesday afternoon. It was the first time I had seen this doctor and it went well. I hadn't gained any weight in the last 2 weeks, so just 23 all together so far. She measured my uterus and said it was 37cm. Two weeks ago it was at 35.5cm; I should have been between 31 and 35. So, I measured big, but the doctor said it could be because she is laying in a weird position. However, she wants me to go in for an ultrasound to be sure she is not too big, because if she is then they will take more precautions. So my ultrasound is scheduled for next Wednesday. I'm glad we're getting to see her again because I've been thinking about what I would do if she was a boy and with the ultrasound we will hopefully get to see her show herself off again. The doctor also said her heart rate was good and she was definitely head down! So overall, it was a good visit.
This past weekend Auntie Em came into town and visited. We went to Brass Armadillo, painted a lamp, and just hung out. I also got Raelynn's bag packed. I'm waiting to pack mine until the end of the month after I get paid and go to get a few things I need. This week is parent teacher conferences, which means 2 late nights. On the good side, we have Friday off and we will FINALLY get to have a dinner with Grandma, Tate, and Maddy at a decent time. (Hopefully...) We have a wedding to go to this weekend and I'm not sure what I'll wear. Probably just a skirt and nice shirt.
I'm definitely finding my belly bigger and bumping into more things or finding I can't fit into places. Today it was chilly enough to wear a jacket, and as I was walking into the building the gals at the door were laughing at me. It is time to find a coat of Ryan's that fits and zips otherwise I look like a fat man in a little coat. :) And I'm sorry, but even if you are pregnant, it is NOT ok to tell a woman that she is getting bigger. I had someone come up to me today at work and tell me that I'm getting bigger. I was immediately shocked she would say that and a little offended. So whether you've been pregnant or not, it is not ok to look at a pregnant woman and tell her she's getting bigger!
Thankfully the week is half over and I get to go home this weekend! I definitely miss my family, and once a month isn't quite enough.
I hope everyone has a good rest of the week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
33 weeks
I should wait and write this tomorrow after my doctors appointment, but then it might not happen this week. Tomorrow night we have our second birthing class at the hospital. Thursday is a normal day and this coming weekend family is coming to the house. I'm not sure what we're going to do because we have NO money. (I hate not being paid in July and August... Going from June 20th to September 20th is HARD!) Maybe the local antique store, yard sales, or just hanging out. This weekend we are going to hopefully going to have our maternity pictures taken by a friend who did our engagement pictures! I can't wait! I have some ideas of what I want, but I know Cheryl will make them look GREAT!
This past week I've been more tired, but awake at 7:00 on the weekend at the latest... Normal Braxton Hicks. Still sore at night sleeping and I do a lot of tossing and turning. I can usually guess what time it is when I get up to pee. Raelynn is up in my ribs by the end of the day. I cannot lean over my table at work to work with kids in the afternoon anymore. She is definitely growing! Her movements are becoming more forceful. No special food cravings. I've been trying to get in more water.
This past weekend was our one year anniversary! We spent the day relaxing and then going to Bass Pro, Target, and Pet Co to return some things. Thanks Grandma for supper! Olive Garden was delicious! We had our wedding cake that evening for dessert and it was just as good as it was on our wedding day!
This past weekend I also spent time washing the cloth diapers and the rest of Raelynn's clothes she had piling up in her basket. I'm really excited about the cloth diapers, but also nervous they won't fit right away. I'm thinking of going to get some flats (flour sack towels) and possibly trying those. I have some more cloth diapers on the way and I'm going to see how those size up to the ones I already have. If they are the same size, I'll have about 50 or so! (Less laundry!) I also didn't realize we bought size 2 covers and she needs size 1, so I have some of those coming too. I think the thing I'm most nervous about is her getting a rash and washing them so they will absorb what they need to. But I'm still excited to get Rae here and put those cute covers on her!! I also bought some "Sock Ons" to help keep her socks on her feet this winter! I'm going to try and put her in those one piece outfits as much as possible, but she has SO many cute jackets, pants and onesies that I want her tootsies to stay warm while she wears them.
This next weekend we're going to have our maternity pictures done by a good friend who did our engagement pictures! I'm excited! I have some ideas, but I know Cheryl will do an excellent job and have TONS of ideas!
There are more questions at work about when I'm due, and when I tell them the end of November I get many responses. Most are surprised at how much longer I have to go. So I'm not sure if I look huge...or if they just think that's a long ways away. I have also had people ask me recently, how much longer. And honestly, I couldn't tell them... I haven't really been keeping track of how many more weeks; I've been thinking that it is getting closer! I feel like I'm in the home stretch with a little less than 7 weeks to go. I know it will feel much closer after parent teacher conferences next week! Just sitting here thinking about it I get a flood of mixed emotions! I can't wait for our little angel to be here, but I also am nervously anticipating the birthing process. I also know our lives will completely change once she gets here, and I can't even begin to think about what I will be doing at 8:00 at night. I guess I am closer than I think I am...
Well I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
This past week I've been more tired, but awake at 7:00 on the weekend at the latest... Normal Braxton Hicks. Still sore at night sleeping and I do a lot of tossing and turning. I can usually guess what time it is when I get up to pee. Raelynn is up in my ribs by the end of the day. I cannot lean over my table at work to work with kids in the afternoon anymore. She is definitely growing! Her movements are becoming more forceful. No special food cravings. I've been trying to get in more water.
This past weekend was our one year anniversary! We spent the day relaxing and then going to Bass Pro, Target, and Pet Co to return some things. Thanks Grandma for supper! Olive Garden was delicious! We had our wedding cake that evening for dessert and it was just as good as it was on our wedding day!
This past weekend I also spent time washing the cloth diapers and the rest of Raelynn's clothes she had piling up in her basket. I'm really excited about the cloth diapers, but also nervous they won't fit right away. I'm thinking of going to get some flats (flour sack towels) and possibly trying those. I have some more cloth diapers on the way and I'm going to see how those size up to the ones I already have. If they are the same size, I'll have about 50 or so! (Less laundry!) I also didn't realize we bought size 2 covers and she needs size 1, so I have some of those coming too. I think the thing I'm most nervous about is her getting a rash and washing them so they will absorb what they need to. But I'm still excited to get Rae here and put those cute covers on her!! I also bought some "Sock Ons" to help keep her socks on her feet this winter! I'm going to try and put her in those one piece outfits as much as possible, but she has SO many cute jackets, pants and onesies that I want her tootsies to stay warm while she wears them.
This next weekend we're going to have our maternity pictures done by a good friend who did our engagement pictures! I'm excited! I have some ideas, but I know Cheryl will do an excellent job and have TONS of ideas!
There are more questions at work about when I'm due, and when I tell them the end of November I get many responses. Most are surprised at how much longer I have to go. So I'm not sure if I look huge...or if they just think that's a long ways away. I have also had people ask me recently, how much longer. And honestly, I couldn't tell them... I haven't really been keeping track of how many more weeks; I've been thinking that it is getting closer! I feel like I'm in the home stretch with a little less than 7 weeks to go. I know it will feel much closer after parent teacher conferences next week! Just sitting here thinking about it I get a flood of mixed emotions! I can't wait for our little angel to be here, but I also am nervously anticipating the birthing process. I also know our lives will completely change once she gets here, and I can't even begin to think about what I will be doing at 8:00 at night. I guess I am closer than I think I am...
Well I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, October 3, 2011
32 weeks
Today I am 32 weeks and I can feel it getting closer. I know I've said the last few weeks that I can't believe she'll be here in so many weeks, well I'm starting to really feel it! I'm getting nervous about having a baby at home and what labor will feel like, and about how life as we know it is almost over.
I have had more Braxton Hicks contractions within the last week or so. I've had a few days where I've felt dizzy on and off. I've had more trouble sleeping and staying comfortable while trying to sleep. I've had just as much heartburn, but I know mine is associated with stress. I've felt her move TONS more, which is awesome! I've felt a little bit more tired. No new cravings. It is getting much harder to bend over for anything including tying my shoes. I've been feeling more emotional and can cry at the drop of a hat.
And my pregnancy brain has become worse! Last Friday, I told a student to go back to class. About 15 minutes later his para came looking for him; he never made it back to class. She checked the bathrooms and outside at recess. Eventually the principal, social worker, counselor, and the para were all looking all over the building for him. I happened to hear voices next door in the speech room and that's when it hit me like a rock! Right after I sent the student back to class, the speech pathologist stuck her head in and said she was taking him for testing. I completely forgot she even had him until it was quiet enough in my room that I could hear voices. I was so embarrassed!
Thursday was my last 4 week appointment. My belly was measuring 32.5 centimeters, which is right on target. My blood pressure was fine. I've gained 23 pounds so far, which the doctor was pleased with (as normal is 30 for overall pregnancy). She did test my thyroid again and found it was elevated; so she increased my dosage. She said it was normal for it to go up. Other than that, things were great! I asked her about taking Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, she said it was fine, so today was my first few glasses. We'll see if it helps with delivery.
My baby shower was this weekend and it was FANTASTIC!!! We got lots of great things, and it was SO nice to see my high school friends and family I don't always get to see. We got lots of gift cards and things off of our registry. I am so thankful for my mom and Auntie Polly who put everything together! I can't wait for Raelynn to get here so I can go buy some more things we need. I'm planning on spending some of it on cloth diapers and some gift cards on some more towels and sheets. (I'm not sure of how many of those I'll need, but more wouldn't hurt.)
This week we're attending the first birthing class at the hospital and celebrating our one year anniversary! I am so thankful for Ryan as he has been there with me through lots and I can't wait to go through lots more together.
I'm glad I have finally had a Monday night that I haven't fallen asleep at 6:30 (which I totally could have tonight) and got my blog done before the middle of the week! I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
I have had more Braxton Hicks contractions within the last week or so. I've had a few days where I've felt dizzy on and off. I've had more trouble sleeping and staying comfortable while trying to sleep. I've had just as much heartburn, but I know mine is associated with stress. I've felt her move TONS more, which is awesome! I've felt a little bit more tired. No new cravings. It is getting much harder to bend over for anything including tying my shoes. I've been feeling more emotional and can cry at the drop of a hat.
And my pregnancy brain has become worse! Last Friday, I told a student to go back to class. About 15 minutes later his para came looking for him; he never made it back to class. She checked the bathrooms and outside at recess. Eventually the principal, social worker, counselor, and the para were all looking all over the building for him. I happened to hear voices next door in the speech room and that's when it hit me like a rock! Right after I sent the student back to class, the speech pathologist stuck her head in and said she was taking him for testing. I completely forgot she even had him until it was quiet enough in my room that I could hear voices. I was so embarrassed!
Thursday was my last 4 week appointment. My belly was measuring 32.5 centimeters, which is right on target. My blood pressure was fine. I've gained 23 pounds so far, which the doctor was pleased with (as normal is 30 for overall pregnancy). She did test my thyroid again and found it was elevated; so she increased my dosage. She said it was normal for it to go up. Other than that, things were great! I asked her about taking Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, she said it was fine, so today was my first few glasses. We'll see if it helps with delivery.
My baby shower was this weekend and it was FANTASTIC!!! We got lots of great things, and it was SO nice to see my high school friends and family I don't always get to see. We got lots of gift cards and things off of our registry. I am so thankful for my mom and Auntie Polly who put everything together! I can't wait for Raelynn to get here so I can go buy some more things we need. I'm planning on spending some of it on cloth diapers and some gift cards on some more towels and sheets. (I'm not sure of how many of those I'll need, but more wouldn't hurt.)
This week we're attending the first birthing class at the hospital and celebrating our one year anniversary! I am so thankful for Ryan as he has been there with me through lots and I can't wait to go through lots more together.
I'm glad I have finally had a Monday night that I haven't fallen asleep at 6:30 (which I totally could have tonight) and got my blog done before the middle of the week! I hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
31 weeks
Well, it's almost Thursday again before I have a chance to post... I'm not sure what went on Monday. I had an allergist appointment and came home to be a vegetable. Ryan made burgers for supper, and I was in bed by 8:30. Yesterday I had a dinner date with Ashely Saffell and I had a great time as usual. It is amazing how you can find those few friends in your life and how easy it is to pick up right were you left off. So I came home and again was in bed by 9. Tonight Ryan's changing my oil and I'm relaxing. Tomorrow I have my last 4 week appointment and then starts the 2 week appointments. I called the doctor today to see if the doctor was still seeing patience as she is due on Friday. I have questions about vaccinations as well as something else I wrote down today but can't remember. Good thing I wrote it down :)
2 more days until we get to go home! My baby shower is this Saturday and I can't wait to see everyone! Only a few more things we need and one of the most important being cloth diapers. I have some on their way hopefully soon (21 of them.) We've decided to do prefolds (like grandma used to do) and covers. I have also thought about using flour sacks and a cover, but Ryan said he won't. I'm kind of excited about using them. I know I don't want to while her poop is still in the newborn stage, so we're using our stock of newborn diapers and then moving onto the cloth. I have a few other things I need to get to be ready for the cloth since you can't use regular diaper rash cream. And we need a trash can for her room to put the diapers in, and a bag to keep in the diaper bag for those longer trips.
Raelynn moved non stop today! She was kicking high, low, and all over the place. I text Ryan today and he said she didn't want to be at school. I didn't want to be at school either, although it was a good day.
I hope everyone has a great rest of the week! It's almost over.
Love,
The Thomas Family
2 more days until we get to go home! My baby shower is this Saturday and I can't wait to see everyone! Only a few more things we need and one of the most important being cloth diapers. I have some on their way hopefully soon (21 of them.) We've decided to do prefolds (like grandma used to do) and covers. I have also thought about using flour sacks and a cover, but Ryan said he won't. I'm kind of excited about using them. I know I don't want to while her poop is still in the newborn stage, so we're using our stock of newborn diapers and then moving onto the cloth. I have a few other things I need to get to be ready for the cloth since you can't use regular diaper rash cream. And we need a trash can for her room to put the diapers in, and a bag to keep in the diaper bag for those longer trips.
Raelynn moved non stop today! She was kicking high, low, and all over the place. I text Ryan today and he said she didn't want to be at school. I didn't want to be at school either, although it was a good day.
I hope everyone has a great rest of the week! It's almost over.
Love,
The Thomas Family
Thursday, September 22, 2011
30 weeks...and its been rough!
It's Thursday and I usually try and do this on Monday, but it has been a CRAZY week! I'm not actually sure what I did Monday night but I know we had supper late and neither one of us was really hungry. I think I came home and became a couch potato. I got started into a book Sunday night and couldn't put it down and didn't go to bed until after 11!
Tuesday night we had our infant care class at the hospital. It was good and it was nice to have a refresher as to what you're supposed to do. There were a few things she talked about (immunizations, cribs, and car seats) that I know we will do different than what is recommended, but ultimately it is what is best for you and your baby.
Last night, I came home and became a couch potato again. I didn't even cook! Ryan cooked on the grill. It didn't help that Tuesday night was also a late night because the class went until 9 and that doesn't put us home until 9:30 or so and in bed by a little after 10.
So, I feel like I've been snapping at my kids at school and that every little thing is getting on my nerves. I know I'm tired and pregnant though, and I hope that goes away soon! If I could afford to take a day off, tomorrow would be it, or even today.
Rae is still moving around a bunch and stretching all the time. She definitely lets me know if I'm squishing her! (Which she doesn't like.) Most days it feels like she is balled up at the very top of my stomach and won't scoot down! It is worse after I eat. I go back to the doctor for my last 4 week appointment next week and I may not even see my doctor depending on if she has had her baby. The 2 week appointments start after that and I think I have about 2 of those and then start the every week appointments. I'm very curious to find out the measurements of my belly to see if she is right on track or not.
This weekend we're just relaxing. Ryan said he might go fishing Sunday and I need to go get some wine for a bachlorette party! Next weekend is the big baby shower and bachlorette party! I can't wait to see all of my family and friends. It has been way too long for some of them! And most of them have not seen me this pregnant.
Well, I better get busy with work. I hope all have a good rest of the week and enjoy the nice weather!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday night we had our infant care class at the hospital. It was good and it was nice to have a refresher as to what you're supposed to do. There were a few things she talked about (immunizations, cribs, and car seats) that I know we will do different than what is recommended, but ultimately it is what is best for you and your baby.
Last night, I came home and became a couch potato again. I didn't even cook! Ryan cooked on the grill. It didn't help that Tuesday night was also a late night because the class went until 9 and that doesn't put us home until 9:30 or so and in bed by a little after 10.
So, I feel like I've been snapping at my kids at school and that every little thing is getting on my nerves. I know I'm tired and pregnant though, and I hope that goes away soon! If I could afford to take a day off, tomorrow would be it, or even today.
Rae is still moving around a bunch and stretching all the time. She definitely lets me know if I'm squishing her! (Which she doesn't like.) Most days it feels like she is balled up at the very top of my stomach and won't scoot down! It is worse after I eat. I go back to the doctor for my last 4 week appointment next week and I may not even see my doctor depending on if she has had her baby. The 2 week appointments start after that and I think I have about 2 of those and then start the every week appointments. I'm very curious to find out the measurements of my belly to see if she is right on track or not.
This weekend we're just relaxing. Ryan said he might go fishing Sunday and I need to go get some wine for a bachlorette party! Next weekend is the big baby shower and bachlorette party! I can't wait to see all of my family and friends. It has been way too long for some of them! And most of them have not seen me this pregnant.
Well, I better get busy with work. I hope all have a good rest of the week and enjoy the nice weather!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
29 weeks
I can't believe our little girl will be here in about 11 weeks. We're ready for the most part. Cloth diapers and a gate is all we need before she gets here. I put all of her clothes away this past weekend. Her dresser drawers (6) are full!!! After Ryan looked at her closet, he said she would need another shelf to hang clothes on! Yep, she is spoiled already! I've been thinking a lot lately about how much our lives will change the day she arrives. We ask the dogs all the time what they are going to do when their sister arrives. There are so many things going through my mind about when she will be here, what things will be like, and so much more! She will grace us with her presence at just the right time!
She has been doing a lot more moving lately all times of the day. I still find it crazy that when Ryan comes to sit next to me or watches my belly she quits moving. Wonder if she will be shy like her Momma...
This past weekend we relaxed around the house, had friends for supper, cleaned vehicles, and cleaned Raelynn's toys and seats. It was a good job done! I can't imagine our living room full of her things! :) Yesterday I had a breastfeeding class. It was very interesting and comforting to know the nurses and lactation consultant will be there to help in the process. Next will be an infant care class and a birthing class. Both of which I am very excited for! The rest of the week will be spent just working and relaxing! This coming weekend I don't think we have much planned either. Maybe a date night!
I hope everyone has a good week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
She has been doing a lot more moving lately all times of the day. I still find it crazy that when Ryan comes to sit next to me or watches my belly she quits moving. Wonder if she will be shy like her Momma...
This past weekend we relaxed around the house, had friends for supper, cleaned vehicles, and cleaned Raelynn's toys and seats. It was a good job done! I can't imagine our living room full of her things! :) Yesterday I had a breastfeeding class. It was very interesting and comforting to know the nurses and lactation consultant will be there to help in the process. Next will be an infant care class and a birthing class. Both of which I am very excited for! The rest of the week will be spent just working and relaxing! This coming weekend I don't think we have much planned either. Maybe a date night!
I hope everyone has a good week!
Love,
The Thomas Family
Monday, September 5, 2011
2/3rds of the way there!!!
Today, I'm 28 weeks, and just beginning my 3rd trimester!!! I can't believe our little girl will be here in a little less than 3 months!
At the doctor on Thursday, things went well. I've only gained 18 pounds so far, measured just right, and Raelynn's heart rate was 145. The doctor could feel her moving around while she was trying to get a heart rate. She has been all over the place. For the first time this week, Raelynn has been up in my ribs which is definitely an uncomfortable feeling!
Last week was much less stressful. Finally feeling good about my schedule and students. Now I just have to focus on my lesson plans. I also found a long term sub and I think she is going to be great!
We spent this past weekend at home. It was wonderful! Everyone was wanting to feel Rae move, and she didn't move much at all. But this morning and right now, she is jumping around like crazy! So I'm not sure if it was all of the walking or talking I did that calmed her, but she wasn't wanting to show off for anyone! We spent Saturday hanging out a shopping. I got some awesome maternity clothes from one of Mom's coworkers! We had a BBQ at Grandmas, and it was nice to see everyone. Sunday I got to hang out with one of my best friends ALL day! It was so nice to see Ashley and hang out with her. We went to the flea market, fixed a few things for Grandma, worked on baby shower invitations, looked through baby clothes, ate, and ate, and ate! Oh, and we got to fire the pistols! It was a great, much needed weekend!!!
This week I think we're attending a birthing class and a breastfeeding class. I'm excited to get to know more about what will happen in the next 3 months.
I hope everyone had a good Labor Day weekend and has a great short week!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
At the doctor on Thursday, things went well. I've only gained 18 pounds so far, measured just right, and Raelynn's heart rate was 145. The doctor could feel her moving around while she was trying to get a heart rate. She has been all over the place. For the first time this week, Raelynn has been up in my ribs which is definitely an uncomfortable feeling!
Last week was much less stressful. Finally feeling good about my schedule and students. Now I just have to focus on my lesson plans. I also found a long term sub and I think she is going to be great!
We spent this past weekend at home. It was wonderful! Everyone was wanting to feel Rae move, and she didn't move much at all. But this morning and right now, she is jumping around like crazy! So I'm not sure if it was all of the walking or talking I did that calmed her, but she wasn't wanting to show off for anyone! We spent Saturday hanging out a shopping. I got some awesome maternity clothes from one of Mom's coworkers! We had a BBQ at Grandmas, and it was nice to see everyone. Sunday I got to hang out with one of my best friends ALL day! It was so nice to see Ashley and hang out with her. We went to the flea market, fixed a few things for Grandma, worked on baby shower invitations, looked through baby clothes, ate, and ate, and ate! Oh, and we got to fire the pistols! It was a great, much needed weekend!!!
This week I think we're attending a birthing class and a breastfeeding class. I'm excited to get to know more about what will happen in the next 3 months.
I hope everyone had a good Labor Day weekend and has a great short week!!!
Love,
The Thomas Family
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