39 week update

Today I went in for my 39 week checkup, and I am 2.5-3cm dilated and Dr. W said that Lacie's head is really low!! I knew it, because I am officially VERY uncomfortable and extremely tired. I was going to try and work up until I delivered, but after miserably sitting through meetings and conference calls yesterday, I decided that today (Wednesday) was going to be my last day in the office. I am not sleeping at night, my stomach itches all the time, I feel a lot of pressure when walking and just getting up from sitting is difficult. I was not like this with Cas, so this discomfort is new to me ; )

Now we just wait and see what happens, but at the most we only have a week to go, as Dr. W will induce me next Thursday. I really would like to make it through the weekend, and then go into labor on my own early next week ... of course that is ALL out of my hands!! Wade and I are thrilled to start this next journey in parenthood, and meet sweet Lacie : )

I go back to the doctor on Tuesday morning for one last checkup, so I will post an update shortly thereafter.

Halloween fun!!!

So ... my main goal was to keep Lacie in for Melissa's shower and Cassie's first trick or treating event ... and I can say, mission accomplished!!!!

Cassie started out a little grumpy since she did not nap on Sunday, but she quickly became very fond of all the Halloween festivities. She refused to wear her witch hat, so I improvised and had her wear an orange bow instead. She had the best time going up to each house, and Miss Social Butterfly kept wanting to walk in and make herself at home ; )

Yummy, can I really have some candy???

Fun times with Mya

Getting into trouble ; )

38 week belly pic/Melissa's shower

Pumpkin carving

37 week belly pic

37 week ultra sound

Today I had my 37 week ultra sound, and the model estimated that Lacie weighs about 6.8lbs (+/- 8 ounces). Also, if I carry her to term (Nov 11th), then her estimated weight will be 7.5lbs. I told the tech that maybe I need to eat Blue Bell every night for the next 3 weeks, but she said that probably won't help. Bottom line is ... I have small babies!!!! I am still dilated 1cm, but my cervix has started to thin. Dr. Westmoreland seems to think that I should be able to carry her three more weeks. I sure hope she is right!!!

On another note, Cas keeps picking up various illnesses from Mother's Day Out. Not fun!!!! Her Pediatrician mentioned that ideally, I should keep her home full time (since Lacie will be arriving soon), but I really do not want to remove her from the program. So, we will see how the next few weeks go and then make a decision. I think the socialization with others kids at MDO is great for Cas, plus it will give Lacie and I a little one on one time.

In regards to work, my plan now is to continue working part-time until my 40th week, but I guess that all depends on how uncomfortable I get over the next couple of weeks.

I will keep posting updates frequently : )

36 weeks and 5 days ...

On Thursday I have my 37 week ultra sound to inform us of how big Lacie is and to check to see if she is head down. As you all know ... I want at least a 7 pounder this time around (Refresher: Cas was only 6.3lbs). Everyone I come across loves to tell me how small I am, except for Wade and Great Granny who seem to think that my stomach is huge. Since my last appointment, I have had quite a few Braxton Hick contractions and I am starting to feel a lot of pressure ... so I am very interested to see how much I have progressed. I will post an update by Thursday evening : )

Sweet cheeks Cassie caught the stomach bug Wade recently had on Sunday, therefore we were up all night with her. I have been blessed with a baby that has slept 12 hours each night from very early on, so Wade and I have not been up all night in ages. Boy was that hard!! I just kept thinking of how we will be doing this again very soon ... but it is OK, as Lacie is SO worth it!!

P.S. We still have another nice guest bedroom available, so anyone that wants to move in after Lacie arrives to help is certainly VERY welcome to do so ... PLEASE!!!

Baby update

Well, we are now at 35 weeks, and as of Wednesday, I was dilated to 1cm. I told my OB that Lacie must stay in 5 more weeks!!! We have completed the nursery, although I am still searching for the perfect rocking chair. I do need a few more last minute items, so there will definitely be a trip to Babies R'Us this week. Also, I guess it is about time to pack our bags ... eek!!!

Pumpkin Patch Fun!!

We had a fun time at the pumpkin patch this weekend. Going later in the day was the way to do it ... no crowds, cooler weather and we got to pick our spot for the train ride. How time flies, as it seems like we were just here with Cassie when she was only 6 weeks old. Wow!!!

Mommy, Lacie (35 weeks), Cassie & Daddy

Cassie and her buds

Carson ... I really like your cool shirt.