39 Weeks- She is Finally Coming!!

Well, tomorrow is the big day!! Lillie's birthday! At 7:30 AM tomorrow I am getting induced. It is so crazy to think that at this time in 24 hours I will be in labor at the hospital. Finally, after a long 39 weeks, we will get to meet our beautiful little girl!! :) So far this has been such an incredible journey, and an amazing learning experience. I am so thankful for the incredible group of family and friends that Chris and I have as support system. We truly could not imagine going through this without you, and we love you all so much! Lillie is one lucky little girl to have such wonderful people in her life that already love her so much. We truly are blessed. I can't believe the day is already here, we are so excited!!

38 Weeks!

Well I definitely didn't think I'd be making it this far!! And after the visit to the doctor today, I know for sure that this is my last week. I have an induction scheduled for  next Wednesday (October 17th) at 7:30 AM. To be completely honest, I'm really hoping I go into labor before that. I've heard some not so pleasant things about getting induced, so if I can avoid it, I will. Chris and I are really hoping for a birthday on 10/11/12, which is tomorrow! I've been doing things all day to try to progress labor. I got a pedicure, had some spicy foods, and went on the elliptical. I'm currently bouncing on the exercise ball, and plan to eat pineapple in a few minutes. I also keep telling Lillie that tomorrow is her birthday, I guess we will find out soon enough if she agrees! :) 

Lillie's Nursery!

Finally, here are some pictures of Lillie's nursery!! :)

I'd Eventually like to refinish and replace the hardware on the changing table, maybe stain it darker, or paint it white. I haven't quite decided yet. 

A Trip to the Hospital

Saturday morning around 4:30 AM, I woke up feeling a few contractions. I didn't think much of it at first, I thought it was possibly just stomach cramps or Braxton Hicks, but then the pain started to intensify and occur frequently. I knew something was up so I called my sister Kayla (who is a nurse) to get her opinion. She told me that I needed to head to the hospital and so about an hour later I was checked in in the Family Birthing Center. My contractions were occuring every 4 minutes, and my cervix was dilating. I was told that I was being admitted for the day and baby Lillie was going to be making her arrivial! Chris and I were both very excited, and maybe just a tad bit nervous. ;) We were really looking forward to finally being able to see our little girl, but unfortunately after dilating to 3 cm, my labor stopped progressing. We think it's because I took a warm bath in the jetted tub in the hospital, and it relaxed me a little too much. I was sent home, and now it feels that the contractions have stopped completely. Although I was a little bummed that I wasn't able to have Lillie, I know it's healthier for her to cook as long as she can! I think she was just making a statement, telling the world that she is going to do whatever she wants, when she wants to. Maybe we're in for some trouble!! The doctors said that it could be anywhere from later that evening, to a week before labor continues. It has been 2 days now, so we are just patiently waiting. We will see what my OB says when I go in for a check up on Wednesday, if I make it that long! :)

37 Weeks!

37 Weeks, and still no baby! I am getting antsy now, and so is Chris. I had a doctors appointment yesterday, and I am still 2 cm dilated, and 50 percent effaced - same as last week. The doctor predicts that Lillie is about 7 pounds now, and at 39 weeks he will induce me if I have not had her by then. We completed our Childbirth Education class last Saturday, and although it was a long 8 hours we learned some pretty valuable relaxation techniques for labor, and Chris had to practice different ways to rub my back (definitely not complaining!) We also did a hospital tour to see the new Family Birthing Center. It is amazing, it feels more like a hotel than a hospital! I am really hoping Lillie decides to make her arrival sometime this week, but we will see. Only she knows her birthday! :)

36 Weeks!

We made it another week! Yayyyy! I went to the doctor yesterday and he said that I am still 2 cm dilated, and about 50 percent effaced. He thinks that I will make it until next week as long as I keep resting and taking it easy. The doctor said he would induce me at 39 weeks, but he said he thinks I will go naturally before then! I am feeling ready for Lillie to arrive, and have finished up pretty much everything on my "before she comes" to-do list. This Saturday we are attending our Childbirth Education class, so I am hoping to make it at least past this Saturday so that Chris and I have somewhat of an idea of what to expect during labor. Everyday we get more and more anxious to meet our little girl, it's only a matter of time now! :)

35 Weeks!

Holy cow!! Only 5 weeks to go... or so I thought! After an exciting visit to the doctor yesterday for my 35 week appointment, I found out that I am already 2 cm dilated! My doctor told me that I should be taking it easy, and no more work for me. He estimated that Lillie is just under 5 pounds, and he wants her to make it to at least 6 pounds before I deliver. I was never told what percentage effaced I was, but the doctor said that Lillie could come anytime within this week up to three weeks from now. He also said that I am DEFINITELY not making it to my due date! (October 23) 

After hearing this exciting news, Chris and I can't wait to meet our little girl! We are working hard on all of the final touches of preparing for Lillie's arrival. Thanks to the help of all of our friends and family, we are a little less stressed! Last night we assembled the stroller, mastered the art of swaddling, and packed the diaper bag. A few nights ago we also assembled the crib (pictures of the nursery coming soon.) Parenthood here we come!! :)

34 Weeks!

Well, it sure has been awhile since I posted anything on here! From now on I will update more frequently. 

A few updates: 

Chris and I moved in together in our new apartment about a month and a half ago and are absolutely loving it! Lillie's nursery is well on its way, my mom and I are going to go get the crib this evening. I'll post some pictures of the nursery soon, it's theme is pink (no surprise there) and everything is really coming together well! :) 

At 34 weeks, Lillie is now head down and approximately 5 and 1/2 pounds, and about 12 1/2 inches, crown to rump length. She's kicking up a storm, and she loves to stick her feet in my rib cage. It's so amazing to look at my tummy and see her moving from the outside! Only 6 weeks left! Chris and I are getting so anxious and excited for her arrival. We placed a bet last evening on the day we think she will be born (loser takes the other out to dinner!) Chris' guess is October 11th, mine is October 16th. Even though I hope my guess is right, I definitely wouldn't mind if she came on the 11th, I am already feeling like I'm about to pop! 

17 Weeks!

By this week, the baby is the size of my hand spread open wide!

 It's probably tough to see the belly that well, because my shirt matches the wall (whoops.) 

How far along? 17 weeks, 5 days
Total weight gain/loss: About 10 pounds gained
Maternity clothes? Not yet!
Stretch marks? No, I put on Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion religiously! Hopefully I don't get any stretch marks!
Sleep: Like a baby! I always have to wake up and use the bathroom in the middle of the night, but I fall back asleep immediately.
Best moment this week: I love when the baby moves, the movements just started early in my sixteenth week, so it still takes me by surprise when I can actually feel baby wiggling around in there!  Other than that we found some awesome deals on stuff for baby at garage sales this week, and a very generous family is giving me a breast pump for FREE! How awesome is that? I am so thankful.
Miss Anything? Fitting into my bikinis. 
Movement: I feel big waves of movement, they kind of feel like the baby is doing a somersault. This has happened about three times, otherwise just a little flutter here and there :)
Food cravings: This week I have been craving dairy, a lot of string cheese or Laughing Cow cheese. Other than that I was craving hot dogs....(disgusting I know!)
Anything making you queasy or sick: Tomatoes, they always make me throw up. On the upside of things, I can finally tolerate meat again. THANK GOODNESS.
Have you started to show yet: In my personal opinion would say that yes I am showing, and my close friends and family probably would find it noticeable, but a complete stranger would probably not be able to tell, especially since I never wear fitted shirts.
Gender: UNKNOWN! It's killing us. 17 days!! I have a strong feeling it's a girl, but Chris' side of the family is thinking boy...We will just have to wait and see what happens!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Happy or Moody most of the time: I would say happy!.... but I'm sure there are others with a different opinion...sorry Mom!! :)
Looking forward to: Finding out the gender so we can start planning more, oh and start buying the baby little outfits of course!

How Precious :)

14 Week Ultrasound Pictures:

Although we were not supposed to get ultrasound picture at 14 weeks, we lucked out at the hospital when I was there for my kidney infection. Not only did we get to hear the heartbeat, but also got to see baby again. Seeing and hearing the baby is truly such an amazing experience, we are so amazed by how fast our little one is growing!

Little baby stretching it's back :)

We have a thumb sucker on our hands!

View of baby's profile

Baby's face

10 Week Ultrasound Picture:

Welcome to My Baby Blog! :)

I created this blog for family and friends who want to stay updated, and in the loop about baby! I will be posting ultrasound pictures, weekly baby bump pictures, as well as other fun and exciting news.

Some Basics on Baby:

DUE DATE: October 23, 2012 (I am currently 17 weeks, and two days along.)

GENDER: To be determined on June 6, 2012 (Can't wait!!)

Everything has been pretty much smooth sailing so far, baby is healthy, and I am feeling great! Chris and I are both so thankful for all of the supportive friends and family that we are blessed to have in our lives, and we don't have a clue what we would do without all of  you! So here is a great, big THANK YOU!! We truly appreciate you all more than you know, and we are very excited for the road ahead!