Monday, July 25, 2011
Travel
Yesterday I got to spend the day with family, celebrating the upcoming arrival of my nephew. Overall a great day filled with love and joy of the new baby that will be joining us this September. The bad thing about my family is that they live so far away. Every event or visit is a full day of driving. It used to be that this wasn't a problem. Just annoying since I'm an impatient person and being in the car for close to 3 hours at a time was just boring. Well lately it's more than just boring. I am realizing how uncomfortable travel can be while pregnant. I am now 6 months and having to pee all the time. Just sitting in the car can be frustrasting. I don't want to stop all the time and make the trip longer, so I just wait until I can't wait any longer and then we have to make a bathroom stop. By doing this, I just get uncomfortable everywhere. Especially if we hit a bump. And then there's just the travel itself. Sitting for that amount of time is very uncomfortable. My legs get really sore and then when I do get the chance to get up, its tough to walk becuase I either have to pee so bad or my leg muscles are so tense. Here's the thing that gets me, out of the next 16 weekends left in my pregnancy, we already have plans to travel for more than 2 hours at a time on 8 of them. One of those weekends includes a trip (hopefully) to Canada. And then once Isabella is born, we'll be in the holiday season so we'll see how much travelling will be with her.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Nursery
Looks like everything for the nursery is coming together. My parents came down yesterday and brought the bench with them. I had the cushions all set and was able to set it up. It looks great! I'm so happy with the way it came out. The crib should be here within a week. We're going to work on switching out the dressers this weekend and getting the new hardware on. I'm loving everything about it. :)
A few pictures:
A few pictures:
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Maybe we have a soccer player?
Today started out fantastic. When I woke up this morning, little Isabella was going crazy. She was kicking and moving pretty steadily. Thankfully she finally cooperated and Gary was able to feel some of the strong ones. Usually when she starts kicking hard, Gary will put his hand on my belly and she stops. Today, his face lit up as she gave kicked for a good 10 minutes. Now that Gary's able to feel her, me feeling her kicks is getting better. It's something that we can share and feel closer to our little girl, and closer to each other.
Since it was so hot, we cancelled plans to be outside and instead went to pick up the supplies to make the bench cushions for the nursery. So I made 2 mistakes, both pieces of fabric I got, I didn't get enough of. Frustrated to say the least. So now I have to come up with creative ideas to put it all together. I think I can do it, just extra work. The good news is, so far I'm loving the way it looks. And my parents will be brining the bench itself when they come to visit on Thursday.
A little change of plans for the furniture for the nursery. So first, my larger bookcase is too big, so we went and bought a smaller one. I put it together and it works great in the room. Second change, the dresser. So my childhood dresser looked like it was in great shape and was going to be an easy fix. No such luck. My dad said that the back is completely ruined, and the bottom drawer. I was so sad about this, but at the same time it is working out. We have an extra dresser already so we're going to use that instead. A simple hardware change will make it fit into the nursery just fine. I'm so thankful we had a backup plan and don't have to go out and buy anything new.
Since it was so hot, we cancelled plans to be outside and instead went to pick up the supplies to make the bench cushions for the nursery. So I made 2 mistakes, both pieces of fabric I got, I didn't get enough of. Frustrated to say the least. So now I have to come up with creative ideas to put it all together. I think I can do it, just extra work. The good news is, so far I'm loving the way it looks. And my parents will be brining the bench itself when they come to visit on Thursday.
A little change of plans for the furniture for the nursery. So first, my larger bookcase is too big, so we went and bought a smaller one. I put it together and it works great in the room. Second change, the dresser. So my childhood dresser looked like it was in great shape and was going to be an easy fix. No such luck. My dad said that the back is completely ruined, and the bottom drawer. I was so sad about this, but at the same time it is working out. We have an extra dresser already so we're going to use that instead. A simple hardware change will make it fit into the nursery just fine. I'm so thankful we had a backup plan and don't have to go out and buy anything new.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
4 more months to go
I'm definately feeling more pregnant. There was such a long period of not feeling it at all that it's all hitting me at once. Sleep is limited now. My hips hurt no matter what I do. My back is awful. And I wake up to pee multiple times a night. On top of all that, my brain is racing with ideas for the nursery, being able to pay bills, what to do about daycare, etc. And I can't shut it off.
I keep going shopping. It's so bad. I know that I shouldn't be out spending the money but it's so exciting not to. I already bought outfits for her to wear to my brother-in-laws wedding when she'll be a month old. And for the rehearsal dinner. They were just so cute I couldn't not get them! I got an extra one too, so in case she pukes or whatever on one, there's a backup ready. We are making out really well on the nursery. Since we are able to use furniture that we already had, and we are being given the crib, we're putting out $400 for everything else. To redo a room from scratch, that's really cheap. The biggest expensive was the curtains, half the budget went to that.
Last Sunday Gary and I spent the day out in the sun. It was a perfect day, except I am realizing that being pregnant and summer aren't a good mix. So much hotter than I used to be. Which is another reason sleeping is difficult. We have an A/C and I still get hot.
I think it's finally sinking in how much I have actually planned for us to do in the upcoming weeks. We have 6 free weekends from now until the baby's here. I'm hoping I didn't take on too much and I won't be too worn out to enjoy everything. Work is getting more difficult. 8 hours on my feet a day is a lot. I cherish my 10 minute breaks. I just go and sit, put my feet up when I can. Speaking of feet, they're starting to swell. And not only my feet but my fingers too. In part cuz of pregnancy and part cuz of humidity. Either way, I don't know how long I'll be able to wear my rings for. I can't wear my wedding ring right now. 3 of the stones are loose and I don't want to risk losing them.Now it's a matter of saving up the money to get it fixed. I need the one that I lost, get the rest tightened, and they want to replate it cuz it's getting so worn from work. Basically work is ruining everything. I am hoping that I will be able to go down to part time post maternity leave. Crosses my fingers daily that we can save enough money and get our bills caught up/paid off before then so that I can make enough to do partime and be home with my little girl. That's all I want. If I could work 3 or 4 days a week and have the rest of the time with my little one, I'd be very happy.
I keep going shopping. It's so bad. I know that I shouldn't be out spending the money but it's so exciting not to. I already bought outfits for her to wear to my brother-in-laws wedding when she'll be a month old. And for the rehearsal dinner. They were just so cute I couldn't not get them! I got an extra one too, so in case she pukes or whatever on one, there's a backup ready. We are making out really well on the nursery. Since we are able to use furniture that we already had, and we are being given the crib, we're putting out $400 for everything else. To redo a room from scratch, that's really cheap. The biggest expensive was the curtains, half the budget went to that.
Last Sunday Gary and I spent the day out in the sun. It was a perfect day, except I am realizing that being pregnant and summer aren't a good mix. So much hotter than I used to be. Which is another reason sleeping is difficult. We have an A/C and I still get hot.
I think it's finally sinking in how much I have actually planned for us to do in the upcoming weeks. We have 6 free weekends from now until the baby's here. I'm hoping I didn't take on too much and I won't be too worn out to enjoy everything. Work is getting more difficult. 8 hours on my feet a day is a lot. I cherish my 10 minute breaks. I just go and sit, put my feet up when I can. Speaking of feet, they're starting to swell. And not only my feet but my fingers too. In part cuz of pregnancy and part cuz of humidity. Either way, I don't know how long I'll be able to wear my rings for. I can't wear my wedding ring right now. 3 of the stones are loose and I don't want to risk losing them.Now it's a matter of saving up the money to get it fixed. I need the one that I lost, get the rest tightened, and they want to replate it cuz it's getting so worn from work. Basically work is ruining everything. I am hoping that I will be able to go down to part time post maternity leave. Crosses my fingers daily that we can save enough money and get our bills caught up/paid off before then so that I can make enough to do partime and be home with my little girl. That's all I want. If I could work 3 or 4 days a week and have the rest of the time with my little one, I'd be very happy.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
More Big News
Gary has started to be able to feel Isabella's kicks! We were sitting on the couch on Monday at his parents and he felt her for the first time. Happy 4th of July to us! And we were just sitting here and she decided to give a few good strong kicks, and we were able to get him over here and feel them too!
21 weeks
Lots of good news to report. First, we got MaineCare! Biggest relief in awhile. And coverage started in June so it will cover the ultrasound and everything from then.
Second, we had our monthly checkup today. We were able to talk about the extra fluid in the kidney. We are very lucky. She has a mild case, which generally means it corrects itself. We will see on Sept. 19. Isabella didn't want us to hear the heartbeat at first, she was running away from the Doppler. The doctor had to "chase" her to get it. And when she did, it was perfect. :) Also, I'm going to say it again. Pregnancy is the best diet. I'm still 5 pounds less then when I started. It is still so weird. Now that I'm showing and knowing that I'm losing weight is a weird feeling. But I'm so excited. I was nervous I was going to gain 40 or more pounds from this and instead the opposite is happening. Love it! Now I just need to hope the rest of the pregnancy goes the same way, and then afterwards I can keep up with losing even more. Ideally I would love to get in better shape so when Isabella is running around I can be too.
Last weekend we spent some time with Gary's family. My mother-in-law were able to get out and do a little shopping. A couple of cute outfits and a mattress later, we're a stop closer to being ready. Gary and I found great wall decals to add to our exsisting decor. Let's just say the castle is even better. Pictures later. I can't wait to get the bench in there with all the fabrics and see it all together. I love it already, I can't imagine how good it's going to be. :)
Second, we had our monthly checkup today. We were able to talk about the extra fluid in the kidney. We are very lucky. She has a mild case, which generally means it corrects itself. We will see on Sept. 19. Isabella didn't want us to hear the heartbeat at first, she was running away from the Doppler. The doctor had to "chase" her to get it. And when she did, it was perfect. :) Also, I'm going to say it again. Pregnancy is the best diet. I'm still 5 pounds less then when I started. It is still so weird. Now that I'm showing and knowing that I'm losing weight is a weird feeling. But I'm so excited. I was nervous I was going to gain 40 or more pounds from this and instead the opposite is happening. Love it! Now I just need to hope the rest of the pregnancy goes the same way, and then afterwards I can keep up with losing even more. Ideally I would love to get in better shape so when Isabella is running around I can be too.
Last weekend we spent some time with Gary's family. My mother-in-law were able to get out and do a little shopping. A couple of cute outfits and a mattress later, we're a stop closer to being ready. Gary and I found great wall decals to add to our exsisting decor. Let's just say the castle is even better. Pictures later. I can't wait to get the bench in there with all the fabrics and see it all together. I love it already, I can't imagine how good it's going to be. :)
Friday, July 1, 2011
Expensive
Having a baby is expensive. And I mean all the stuff before the baby comes. I have insurance but it only covers a percentage of everything. I have to cover the rest. The bills are coming in, and we're up to $900 so far in out of pocket expenses. I have no idea how we're going to cover any of it. My ultrasound alone was over $400 and I have another one coming in September. I guess I never really thought of just how expensive the medical aspect of having a baby could be. And all of this is only with monthly checkups. Can't wait to see the bills when I have to go more often. One good thing, I did get a letter in the mail saying that I have temporary MaineCare coverage, and I will know by July 31 if I will have full coverage. If they give it to me, then all my expenses will be paid. I just have to wait and see.
Positive note: Nursery is coming along. We decided on making wooden letters to spell out her name. We painted them purple and decorated with ribbon and glitter. I love the way they came out! Here's a picture:
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Positive note: Nursery is coming along. We decided on making wooden letters to spell out her name. We painted them purple and decorated with ribbon and glitter. I love the way they came out! Here's a picture:
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