Hormones

Hey little guy,

I should apologize for the craziness and stress that I may have caused you this morning.  It's down right unreal the hormonal changes that occur as your mommy continues to keep you warm and cozy.

Today is not a good day. There have been a handful of days, but today, well, it trumps them all.

I woke up not feeling very well and every little thing (good and bad...it didn't matter) escalated from there.  The tears and crazy emotions I can't explain, but they are there and out in full force today.  I got to school and just couldn't stop crying and decided to come home to hibernate...away from everyone...for their own sake.

The curtains are open and the sun is shining through...this is helping...a little bit.  But, again, I apologize for the stress that I may be causing you (and daddy for that matter).  We'll get through this and all will be okay.

Thanks to Danielle, Molls and Kaely for talking and getting me (and you) through this emotional day...that I can't explain.

I love you little one...more than you can even imagine.
Mommy.

Sleep...Or Lack There Of

Hey little guy,

Last night was rough and I hear it only gets tougher from here on out.  We are five weeks and five days out from your due date.  Who's counting?  Right now that seems like a lot of time, but I think that's just due to the way I feel today.  My stomach is a little topsy-turvy (the cereal this morning you nor I agreed with), my hips and lower back hurt, and the lack of sleep is not helping.  I remind myself constantly that when the not-so-good-feelings are present that in the long run everything that we've gone through will be completely worth it.

We had a doctor's appointment today and it was only a non-stress test.  You were calm as can be...I didn't have my daily dose of chocolate milk this morning so they ended up giving me a really sweet dose of apple juice.  With most of the non-stress tests you are calm and I can only hope that you remain this way when you enter the world.  However, your little heart beat and reaction to stress is excellent.  All looks good.

We have a busy weekend ahead of us.
I love you,
Mommy

Because You Are Loved

Hey little guy.

I just wanted to share with you how it amazes me daily that you are so incredibly loved.  Today, my fifth graders threw a surprise baby shower that coincided with their Valentine's Day party.  I loved seeing the excitement on their faces as I carefully opened presents and unwrapped gifts from them.  They were adorable.  They can't wait to meet you, nor can I hardly wait to introduce you to them.

I think it is going to be a tough transition for your mommy...

Happy Valentine's Day.
Love,
Mommy

Almost Week 34!

Hey lil' guy...

Goodness.  The last time I paid any attention to your blog was almost four weeks ago.  I think I have enjoyed being pregnant in the moment rather than keeping up with the blog.

Four weeks has flown by and a lot has changed.  We will be 34 weeks on Wednesday, so here's an early update and a recap of the past few weeks...

You:

• You have grown from about 11 ounces and 16 inches long to about 4.5 pounds and 18 inches long.
• You prefer rolling to poking me...this is due to lack of room in your cozy condo.
• You kick the bed when I lay on my left side.
• Hiccups are a daily occurrence.  
• Have the fifth graders wondering how you pee, poop and fart from inside.
• You always respond to your daddy's voice.
• Continue to receive many gifts from friends and family.  You are spoiled.

Mommy:

• Continues to crave beef and fruit.
• Has picked up a significant fondness for vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup.  This may or may not have been my dinner for a couple nights in a row.
• Has learned to stay hydrated or leg cramps are midnight wake-up calls...for both mommy and daddy.  
• Gets up to pee about every two hours throughout the night.
• Lower back pain has increased.
• Wants to crawl to bed every night around 7:00.
• Loves sharing with the fifth graders what is happening with you.  
• Is excited about your name.  
• Stressed about trying to find a replacement teacher for when I leave my students

Daddy:

• Has worked very hard on your room. 
• Continues to talk to you through mommy's belly button.  Who knew that was a two-way radio?  
• Let's your mommy rest against his back in the middle of the night when she's uncomfortable and can't sleep.
• Has recently become more concerned about his "pregnancy weight"...the bowls of vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup have been good to us.
• Helps mommy tie her shoes every morning...and take them off in the evenings.  You have a very, very, very loving, patient and supportive daddy.
• Told me today that he is getting more excited for your arrival...as he was grinning from ear to ear.

Here are a couple sneak peaks of your room...

Wainscoting with chair rail and the framed chalk board strip.

Yes, you will be our lil' Vandal.

Your clothes...newborn to 6 months.  

Your second closet door (you have three) 

with your clothes for when you are 6-9 months.

I can't wait for the final touches to your room...and of course, I can't wait for you to get here.

I love you,

Mommy