Hiccups!

He has them now! Thankfully, they don't last that long... it feels so weird LOL...thought I would share...

Good Lord it's been a long week. I hit the 36 week mark on Monday and it's seriously all becoming too real. I was told by my doc the baby is head down so it could be any time now. This is also my last week of work and I couldn't be happier. Panera is taking a toll on my legs and butt LOL. So Saturday will be my last day working. I figured it'd be best to leave this week because I am due the 19th and the farthest they'll let me go is the 26th. It's perfect.

I am happy to say that I ordered our carseat and stroller. I was browsing the Babies R Us website and noticed they were having an 8 Hour Cyber Sale, I checked out the merchandise and BAM! My carseat and stroller were on it at a reasonable discount too! I am so stoked! My other mother said she would buy it for us and I am still waiting, but impatience got the best of me and I ordered it. I was getting nervous. I wanted to have that before December 1st, just in case.

Today, I worked at 4 in the morning! By choice. The day before Thanksgiving is a hectic day for Panera and I experienced it last year. Although, we were busier last year, I did get my full 8 hours today. Only two more days to go. I swear, I haven't been so tired though lol... I slept for 2 hours, and boy was that nice. I guess I will leave you with the survey since I thought I had a lot to say, but apparently don't.

How far along? 36 Weeks, 2 Days... Closer!


Total weight gain/loss: I have gained and come to terms with it.

Maternity clothes? Love the shorts still...

Stretch marks? Small ones are coming more and more to the surface on my lower area... no big deal as mentioned before, I had pre pregnancy stretch marks, so I am ok with this.

Sleep: Peeing is becoming my nightmare, but it just means that Jaedyn is in position and will soon be with us... I guess I can deal =)

Best moment this week: Hearing his heartbeat at my 36 week check up...Will said it was the best birthday gift he could ask for <3
Movement: Not as much, but it's not a little either... I noticed he's having more hiccups. I swear this little boy plays games. So many people wanna feel him kick and when I alert them, he stops on purpose... Once they move their hands, he's back to moving again. Little trickster!
Food cravings: I will say that I finaly got one satisfied. Candice's mom/sis in law made potato salad and man was it delicious! I have had it once and that was like 2 years ago...something about the taste though...

Gender: Boy! <3

Labor Signs: None yet... But I know it's coming... For sure, since the doctor said he's head down =)
Belly Button in or out? In [same]

Wedding rings on or off? No wedding ring, but my Promise Ring still fits. [same...I hope it stays!]

What I miss: Nothing that I can think of at the moment.
What I am looking forward to: Next weeks appointment... They've officially become weekly!

Weekly Wisdom: I can't do it all and it's quite alright asking for help =)

Milestones: Hitting the 36 weeks... Only 4 to go <3

Brace Yourself...

It's been a while... Eeek! Sorry guys... Part of it was due to unforeseen curcumstances [no internet for almost 2 weeks]. I am going to try my best to catch you up with what's been going on...

Week 32: I totally can't remember anything that happened... Shame on me.

Week 33: Baby shower week! It was pretty hectic, trying to get everything ready for November 5th. We had a great turn out. Jaedyn got spoiled just like we anticipated. For the most part, we got what we needed, just need to get a few things here and there. We are such a blessed little family to be <3 A girl at work pissed me off, beyond measure... Noting that for my future reference. I ordered Jaedyn's Pack 'n Play and it arrived shortly after...

Week 34: This week! I was shocked! My toe began hurting me Friday [the 4th], but wasn't too bad the day of the shower, but after work Monday, I was ready to chop my whole toe off. I had a Doctor's Appointment on Tuesday and told her something needed to be done. My toe had got infected and it was VERY noticeable. She prescribed me Keflex, an antibiotic, to jump start getting rid of the infection and referred me to a podiatrist. I went to the podiatrist on Friday and he removed part of my toenail. Let me tell you, my toe hurt more BEFORE the removal.

Week 35: I made it to the 35/35 - 35 weeks down, 35 days to go!!! [yesterday] Today at work was a killer. I requested the podiatrist give me a post-op shoe because I am unable to work in open-toed shoes [even though the post-op one is, it's better than a sandal]. My feet/legs/back are killing me and I feel as if I can barely walk. Thankfully, I work tomorrow and then I am off Thursday. I work Friday and then I am off Saturday. I have my 36 week appointment and I am going to ask if I can be taken off work, since I have been informed by many that I get paid a month before my due date. Monday will be a month.

I would like to share more, but I just don't have the energy. I thought this post would be longer, but I guess I was wrong. I shall leave you with the survey, and try not to lag... His birth is approaching!!!

How far along? 35 Weeks, 2 Days... Closer!
Total weight gain/loss: I have gained and come to terms with it.
Maternity clothes? Love the shorts still...
Stretch marks? Small ones are coming more and more to the surface on my lower area... no big deal as mentioned before, I had pre pregnancy stretch marks, so I am ok with this.
Sleep: Last night, I woke up 3 times... Twice to pee. Having to pee is what wakes me up, not Jaedyn... I will leave that to when he's here <3
Best moment this week: Friday, when we were waiting in the waiting room at the podiatrist, I felt Jaedyn hiccup and told Will where to put his hand. He did and felt it. What made it better is you could see it! Will's face was priceless. I joy I wish I could catch on camera. He's so excited <3
Movement: Not backing down for sure. My Uncle Mike said I am going to have a football player. Fine by me! LOL
Food cravings: LOL today I wanted a cookie! I told Will that Jaedyn had a sweet tooth and he said no it's mommy that does... Not true... I have been on a carne asada kick... It's been satisfied. Now I want chili. I think I am going to attempt making some in my new crockpot soon!

Gender: Boy! <3

Labor Signs: None yet... But I know it's coming... Yesterday, when I came home from the dentist and what not, I got a sharp pain, but it didn't last long and I didn't get another. I thought I experienced a Braxton Hicks contraction, but I think I was mistaken lol.
Belly Button in or out? In [same]

Wedding rings on or off? No wedding ring, but my Promise Ring still fits. [same...I hope it stays!]

What I miss: Today, I am going to say my legs again. They're hurting me so bad, but I know it's going to be worth it <3
What I am looking forward to: Monday is Will's birthday, his last one pre-baby. I have my 36 week check up and as a great present, Will is going to get to hear his son's heartbeat <3
Weekly Wisdom: I can't do it all and it's quite alright asking for help =)

Milestones: Hitting the 35/35 <3

Part 2

I broke it into 2 parts... this is my survey...

How far along? 31 weeks, 1 day...moving along quickly =)


Total weight gain/loss: Last Thursday, I had an appointment, and if the scale is right, I have gained, yet another pound. Still not worried, it's just hitting me that I am. I mean I am not too worried because the doctor isn't. I have a growing baby in me <3

Maternity clothes? I cannot stress enough how much I love the shorts. Thankfully, I still fit in my shirts [that's still the same response]. In regards to the bra situation, I went to Wal*Mart and bought 3 spaghetti strap sports bras and man have they done wonders on me, especially at work!

Stretch marks? Sadly, I have notcied some new ones coming in... I had some before so I am not too disappointed, but omg eeeeek! LOL they're small and low and worth it!

Sleep: It's been good. Thankfully, like I said before, he doesn't wake me up with his kicking [such a considerate baby boy]. I have been waking up to pee more and more.

Best moment this week: Going to give you 2... Last week I asked Will to put his head on my belly and tell me if he can hear the heartbeat. He put his head above my belly button and I told him he needed to go near my belly button [because that's where I can usually feel the little beats]...he moves and BAM! Gets kicked/punched! It was too cute and funny! On Sunday, I don't know if I was awake or not, but I turned and felt him moving and started laughing. It was 6 in the morning and I thought I was going to be up early ON MY DAY OFF! I felt bad, but woke Will up [because it was funny] and told him his son was moving... He turned, put his arm around me and was moving his fingers, every time he moved, Jaedyn moved...Will couldn't help but giggle. It was funny. I am loving more and more that Will can feel him move. Makes me light up inside. Ok Ok, Three! I had my 3d/4d ultrasound on Thursday and seeing him was great too...no it was AMAZING!

Movement: He's kicking now. LOL. I have a little mover in me, I shutter to think what he will be like outside of me!

Food cravings: Still not craving craving anything, but I must say I want meat loaf!

Gender: Boy! <3

Labor Signs: Not quite yet. I did have a scare today [part 1] is well...Hopefully, the next time I visit Labor and Delivery, it will be when I am IN labor.

Belly Button in or out? In [same]

Wedding rings on or off? No wedding ring, but my Promise Ring still fits. [same...I hope it stays!]

What I miss: My legs. They've been hurting me so bad. I am keeping them up as much as I can to avoid swelling. So far so good. But being on my feet 8 hours takes a toll...

What I am looking forward to: My baby shower on the 5th of November <3

Weekly Wisdom: EVERYTHING'S GONNA' BE OK
Milestones: Hitting 31 weeks. I cannot believe next week I will be 32 weeks [8 months!] <3

Part 1

Geez, looking back I see I haven't posted in almost 3 weeks. Sorry. I would say I was busy, but I wasn't, ok I was busy being tired I guess. I would've posted with excitement the following week of the last post, but I guess you could say I caught a case of "pregnancy brain" because I confused the dates of the appointment and reschedule to last Tuesday [the 11th], but even that got messed up [not my fault this time, it was their's]...It was moved to Thursday [the 13th]. Trust me I wanted to post then because I became even more excited that I was having a baby, but then Friday came and I hung out with Krischna and Kaylyn, who surprised me with a bag of loot for Jaedyn <3

Here's some pics from the ultrasound:

I am so in LOVE! We say he has Will's nose and Candice thinks he has my lips. We shall see when the big day comes.

Like I mentioned, Friday after work, I hung out with Krishna and Kaylyn. We had lunch/dinner at Panda <3 Went back to her place and just hung out. She gave me a bag full of goodies! I was thinking the bag was stuff from her sis in law, who had a baby boy in July. It wasn't. There were new born onesies, 2 sets of new born outfits, 3 month white onesies, hangers, burp cloths, receiving blankets, mittens, socks, and wash cloths! Jaedyn came up! My favorite was this one:

Seriously, THE cutest!

After hanging up these clothes, I felt everything would be ok. No matter how bad our situation is, which I feel isn't, we are going to be fine because people love him!

I feel like I was being tested after that because yesterday my car crapped out on me. It starts, just won't move. Everyone is saying it's the transmission, and if it is, well I am screwed. Sort of, there's options but those don't come into play until later. But after yesterday I kept beating myself up over it because I just told myself no matter what happens, until he gets here, everything is going to be alright. IT IS, IT IS GOING TO BE ALRIGHT!

Today proved it to me too... I had a scare at work. I was carrying a tray and ran into the wall! I jerked back and a pain went straight through me. Best believe I panicked! I hurried to the bathroom to see if I was bleeding. I wasn't but I was sure hurting! I called the hospital, they said come in ASAP. Will came and got me and took me and they hooked me to a monitor. Monitored him for a little over an hour. No contractions! He was moving around A LOT, you should've seen Will's face as we were listening. I have been reassured, EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE OK! I was taken off the rest of the work day and can return tomorrow. I gave myself a good jolt. Baby has plenty of support, mommy didn't. I am a little sore, but I'm fine <3

Promised.

I almost broke it. LOL was thinking I said I would post today and almost didn't, with in my opinion was good reason... LAZINESS has consumed me! LOL

I went to the doctor's today. First I did my GD test. There was a bit of a mix up, but it got done. They took 3 tubes of blood and urine from me. I was told "no news, is good news" and if something pops up, I should be receiving a call as early as tomorrow. During my doctor's appointment, the nurse pointed out that I needed to get the Tetanus/Whooping Cough shot. I can't remember the last Tetanus shot I had, so that's definitely a sign I needed it. Will needs to get one too! They said anyone that's going to be around the baby should get that shot. Let me tell you, I feel like I was punched! LOL. When the doc came in, we heard his heartbeat...It's good! He was moving around. I also measured 29 cm, which is where she said I should be. Good to know. I asked her about getting the Flu Shot and she said Kaiser actually has all pregant women get it. It's to protect mommy and baby. I have been reading up on it and it's actually beneficial because he's coming in December and because I can't afford to get sick. I cannot be treated the right way so I will be miserable! I must say though, people are getting sick everywhere! Especially at Will's job. Lord knows he cannot get sick and I told him if he does, I'm sorry, but you'll definitely be sleeping in the living room. I won't be able to take care of him either =( Doc also recommended registeering for classes and a tour, which I will probably call tomorrow and schedule it. I am so excited that we're getting closer. It seems like I just found out I was pregant and in less than 3 months, I will be holding him <3

Here's my survey...

How far along? 28 weeks, 3 days...moving along quicky =)


Total weight gain/loss: Today was my doctor's appointment and if the scale is right, which I think it isn't, I have gained a total of 8 pounds. The reason I am saying that is because the scale I was on was way different one time I had an appointment the day before at the same place. I had a stye and was treated across the hall. I'm talking a 5 pound difference. But it's ok. I am really trying to not dwell on it. I feel a little fat, but Will keeps reassuring me, like he's supposed to, that I am not big... which realistically, I am not. Many woman have gained far more. It was just a tad hard for me seeing the number on the scale, but my little Jaedyn is growing <3
Maternity clothes? I cannot stress enough how much I love the shorts. Thankfully, I still fit in my shirts. Now, I seriously need to go get some bras. I am starting to really hurt in my bras. The biggest one I have is starting to get too tight and hurt me. I need to go soon. Gonna get some nursing bras early... I hear they're comfortable...
Stretch marks? Just the ones I already had [same and hope it stays that way!]

Sleep: I spoke too soon last week. This week, I've been waking up to pee or because my back is hurting. Still not being woken up by Jaedyn, he's very considerate of mommy's sleep...for now
Best moment this week: Seeing him in the ultrasound on Monday. I finally filled my "Now Showing" frame. It's of his face. I have also been feeling his kicks more and more... BUT I can see them more and more.

Movement: Definitely more and more. It was funny. Monday and Tuesday, he was kicking, for what seemed like, ALL day. I was thinking my poor baby is gonna be exhausted! He's calmed a little, but not much... Matter of fact, he's kicking or punching now!

Food cravings: It's so sad because I thought I would have cravings and I am not. I am the same as I was before I was pregnant. I am so indecisive it's ridiculous! I did have the urge for ice cream on Sunday.
Gender: Boy! <3 [After Monday, we know it's not changing]

Labor Signs: Not quite yet. My doc said it was still too early and if any abnormalities showed up, I need to head to labor and delivery... She said they'd do what they could to stop the labor. I'm not too worried... the signs just better show up in December.
Belly Button in or out? In [same]

Wedding rings on or off? No wedding ring, but my Promise Ring still fits. [same...I hope it stays!]

What I miss: Sweet Tea. I mean I can have it in moderation, but the caffeine is not good for the baby. Tea was more so my soda. I am trying so hard to stay away from it. Last week I drank Sierra Mist with a SPLASH of Pepsi/Dr. Pepper in it. Not mixed just different days. I swear that's like my alcohol. I am doing my best to not stress at work and the Mist seems to help =)
What I am looking forward to: Tuesday! We set up another 3D/4D ultrasound. Will and I are both excited as I will be 29 weeks and that's the time they recommend we get it done. We will see our baby in a little more detail. I CANNOT wait.

Weekly Wisdom: It's ok to gain weight!

Milestones: Hitting 28 weeks. Seriously, this is going by FAST!

Wooo!

Words cannot describe me newfound excitement! I will be posting twice this week for sure. This entry won't have a survey, the next will... Reason being is because I have my check up on Thursday [that way I can put my weight, which I am not ashamed of].

Seriously though, exciting things are happening... First, the crib is up in our room. We did have a problem with the one my mom originally got [pictured in a previous post]. When Will went to put it together, it was defective and didn't look very safe for our little boy. We took it back to Babies R Us and exchanged/upgraded [this was on the 8th of this month]. Will put the crib together, which I don't think I mentioned on here, but I am sharing a pic now:

Please ignore the floor, and the mess for that matter... But Will did good AND Uncle Jermz helped!

Second, I have been working my ASS OFF [sorry but butt just didn't fit this]. I worked 45 hours before last week and then last week worked 48 hours [8 of which were straight OVER TIME!]. Anywho, I work next door to a Kohl's and one of their employees brought us 20% off coupons for friends and family... I figured I needed to splurge and decided to go over there...Knowing I would have to by myself and myself only something because I have been forbidden from buying anything LOL. I was there for a while, but I was browsing. I found 2 pairs of maternity shorts for $4! I was browsing the baby section and came across THE cutest socks I have seen, so far... I turned it over to see how much they cost and it said 70% clearance of $1.50 so I couldn't not get them [turns out I get to the register and they scanned for $0.50!!!]

Now you see why I couldn't pass them up?!? Plus I am forgiven for buying them too! LOL my mom had told me that if I just so happened to come across something on clearance, obviously it wouldn't be around much longer and sometimes you DEFINITELY can't pass up the price... I was definitely placed in that situation...The last thing I bought was a night gown. I am now almost unable to fit comfortably in my pajama shorts so I know I am going to have to buy some night gowns. I bought a Simply Vera one, LOL I felt sort of rich, but it was on sale! Here's my receipt:

OK SERIOUSLY... HOW AWESOME IS MY SAVINGS?!? That's why I had to post.

Third, it sort of became all too real that I am having a baby yesterday. I went back for my second anatomy scan, I guess you can call it...I was calling it a free ultrasound. She got some good pics of his face, wish I had a scanner so you guys could see the cuteness...I might try and post those on Thursday. I found out he's not breached which is AWESOME... Things are going on track, I will get more detail from the doc on Thursday. Thursda I am also taking my Gestational Diabetes test. No tlooking forward to it, but thankful it's only an hour =) Jaedyn's been kicking, for what seems, non stop. Either he is uncomfortable or just happy... I don't know, but thankfully he hasn't woke me up.

I hit 28 weeks, 7 months yesterday and I CANNOT believe there's less than 3 months to go! So many people can't wait to meet this little guy, his mommy and daddy being 2 <3

Until Thursday... Have a good Wednesday!

THIRD TRIMESTER!?!?

I did it again! I skipped a week... Dude... My bad... Last week was SO busy at work that I did NOTHING ALL DAY SATURDAY... Not much to report but I didn't know I wasn't aware that the Third Trimester started YESTERDAY! WOOO HOOO!

How far along? 27 weeks, 1 day


Total weight gain/loss: At my doctor's appointment, I found out that I gained 3 pounds. Not too bad for being as far along as I am =) [same]

Maternity clothes? Love my shorts... still fit in shirts. [same]

Stretch marks? Just the ones I already had [same and hope it stays that way!]

Sleep: Lately, it's been great... I did wake up yesterday with back pains, but laid on my back [for warmth] and I felt better... I've been VERY tired lately though...
Best moment this week: Feeling him kick more and more... It's like he can respond to me in a way... Also, realizing I am in the third trimester!
Movement: ^^More and more and I am loving it!

Food cravings: Nothing really... I did have a Pepsi this week... I would love a nice, big, greasy corn dog LOL but I think I will live without it...
Gender: Boy! <3 [not changing]

Labor Signs: Absolutely NOT thank you very much [until December]

Belly Button in or out? In [same]

Wedding rings on or off? No wedding ring, but my Promise Ring still fits. [same...I hope it stays!]

What I miss: Right now, at this moment, I can't think of anything [shocking!]
What I am looking forward to: Next Monday! I get my free ultrasound...
Weekly Wisdom: I'm starting to cherish sleep more and more! [same]

Milestones: Reaching the third trimester... Geez this is going by faster than we thought it would <3