February 25, 2013
February 23, 2013
Sophie!
We got our first baby gift today :) Dan's mom surprised us by sending Sophie La Girafe with a post-it attached that said every teething baby needs a sophie.
I of course had no idea what "a sophie" is, but I did like that the box was in french! I googled sophie and found this cute story...Story about Sophie. Overall, I guess she's the number 1 toy on amazon, there is almost one sophie sold in france for every one birth, and was really hard to sell in the US at first (until celebrity babies were spotted using it).
I of course had no idea what "a sophie" is, but I did like that the box was in french! I googled sophie and found this cute story...Story about Sophie. Overall, I guess she's the number 1 toy on amazon, there is almost one sophie sold in france for every one birth, and was really hard to sell in the US at first (until celebrity babies were spotted using it).
February 22, 2013
8 weeks
Blah! I've been sick most of the week. I've tried emailing and texting my midwife and she hasn't responded...it's unlike her. Nothing seems to be an emergency though, so I'm just leaving it for now.
This week was our first week at making weekly to-do lists. We created a large to-do list a about a month ago but progress has been slow. I want to make sure I/We are as productive as possibly before I start to get too big to do much. I'm happy to say that even though I've been sick. i'm not too far behind in my list :) I didn't schedule anything on the weekend, so that will be my catch-up time.
This past sunday I bought a bunch of new bras. I was loooong over due for them before so I finally went out bra shopping - since everything I read says "get a good bra!" I got maybe 5 new bras for $70. Most of them are convertibles too, so hopefully I can use those instead of strapless.
My grandparents are coming up here for st patty's day and even though it will be a few weeks too early, i'm going to tell them while they are up here. It won't be too early though, about 11 weeks and we will hear the heartbeat (for the first time) just a few days before. I wanted some cute way to tell them so I made them a card (which was a checked-off item on my to-do list!). Dan thinks it's a little confusing but mom really likes it.
This week was our first week at making weekly to-do lists. We created a large to-do list a about a month ago but progress has been slow. I want to make sure I/We are as productive as possibly before I start to get too big to do much. I'm happy to say that even though I've been sick. i'm not too far behind in my list :) I didn't schedule anything on the weekend, so that will be my catch-up time.
This past sunday I bought a bunch of new bras. I was loooong over due for them before so I finally went out bra shopping - since everything I read says "get a good bra!" I got maybe 5 new bras for $70. Most of them are convertibles too, so hopefully I can use those instead of strapless.
My grandparents are coming up here for st patty's day and even though it will be a few weeks too early, i'm going to tell them while they are up here. It won't be too early though, about 11 weeks and we will hear the heartbeat (for the first time) just a few days before. I wanted some cute way to tell them so I made them a card (which was a checked-off item on my to-do list!). Dan thinks it's a little confusing but mom really likes it.
February 18, 2013
February 17, 2013
End of Week 7
Not much to report this week. I almost skipped my post; however, this was the first time I really had to explain why I'm not drinking....
So far at horseshoes Dan has been bottling ice tea for me in beer bottles so it looks like I've been drinking. We went to beer hall once and I just kept the stein in front of me while Dan drank my beer. But today, we were in a more intimate setting at my cousins house and had to explain why I wasn't drinking. So, what worked out really well for me is that Lent just started so I told everyone I have it up for lent. I wasn't going to bring it up if none else did, but it was noticed. I think at least most people bought it. It should work out well because I will share the news before lent is over :)
So far at horseshoes Dan has been bottling ice tea for me in beer bottles so it looks like I've been drinking. We went to beer hall once and I just kept the stein in front of me while Dan drank my beer. But today, we were in a more intimate setting at my cousins house and had to explain why I wasn't drinking. So, what worked out really well for me is that Lent just started so I told everyone I have it up for lent. I wasn't going to bring it up if none else did, but it was noticed. I think at least most people bought it. It should work out well because I will share the news before lent is over :)
February 13, 2013
February 8, 2013
6 weeks
Maternity Leave
Today I looked up the maternity plan that my company offers. Like most places, it's pretty crap. However, there was a glimmer of hope for a minute. I googled the maternity plan on the intranet and found a Word doc that said a lot of amazing things - I got paid for 6 weeks off at 100% and then a portion of my salary for up to 33 weeks after!! And then my balloon and I realized that the plan I was reading was only for Europeans :( :(
When I found the US plan they literally considered pregnancy an illness - AN ILLNESS! So, I'm only covered under short-term disability - which mean I will be covered at about 80% for 6 weeks and then with a doctors note I could stay out longer but w/out pay. So, If I work hard to provide for myself and my family I get punished and sent back to work hard - but if I was lazy and an underachiever I could have a shit-tone of kids and the government would send me a check every week to help me out. It makes a lot of sense America...a lot of sense.......
Prenatals
I started taking prenatals this week. My midwife wanted me to take liquid vitamins but CVS didn't have any. So, I bought a normal pill for now to at least get me started. I've only taken two, but I haven't noticed any bad taste or nausea.
Health Checkup
On Tuesday I had my first meeting with my midwife. Overall, it went very well - it lasted about 2 hours! We mostly chatted, but she did my initial vitals, checked my urine, and took some blood. She was supposed to call me back yesterday with my blood result but I haven't heard back yet. This is very very unlike her, but I'm just assuming something came up with her family or another momma. I'm sure there's really nothing to tell, so I'm not worried.
No Symptoms
I have heard that if I haven't experienced any pregnancy symptoms yet, it will most likely start this week. However, I really couldn't say that I have any yet! I do have some minor symptoms (tired and cramping) but if I wasn't specifically looking for it I probably wouldn't think much of it.
Fun
The fun stuff really hasn't started yet. I'm still focusing on getting the house ready (not the nursery) thinking about my job, doing some financial planning, etc. I'm debating getting professional pregnancy photos done, but I'm not sure if it would be worth the cost. I know from wedding photography, you really get what you pay for. I mean, what would I really do with these photos other than post a few on facebook and hope I get some nice comments on them....so I am I really paying for an ego boost? Maybe, at 7/8 months pregnant I'll need that.
Today I looked up the maternity plan that my company offers. Like most places, it's pretty crap. However, there was a glimmer of hope for a minute. I googled the maternity plan on the intranet and found a Word doc that said a lot of amazing things - I got paid for 6 weeks off at 100% and then a portion of my salary for up to 33 weeks after!! And then my balloon and I realized that the plan I was reading was only for Europeans :( :(
When I found the US plan they literally considered pregnancy an illness - AN ILLNESS! So, I'm only covered under short-term disability - which mean I will be covered at about 80% for 6 weeks and then with a doctors note I could stay out longer but w/out pay. So, If I work hard to provide for myself and my family I get punished and sent back to work hard - but if I was lazy and an underachiever I could have a shit-tone of kids and the government would send me a check every week to help me out. It makes a lot of sense America...a lot of sense.......
Prenatals
I started taking prenatals this week. My midwife wanted me to take liquid vitamins but CVS didn't have any. So, I bought a normal pill for now to at least get me started. I've only taken two, but I haven't noticed any bad taste or nausea.
Health Checkup
On Tuesday I had my first meeting with my midwife. Overall, it went very well - it lasted about 2 hours! We mostly chatted, but she did my initial vitals, checked my urine, and took some blood. She was supposed to call me back yesterday with my blood result but I haven't heard back yet. This is very very unlike her, but I'm just assuming something came up with her family or another momma. I'm sure there's really nothing to tell, so I'm not worried.
No Symptoms
I have heard that if I haven't experienced any pregnancy symptoms yet, it will most likely start this week. However, I really couldn't say that I have any yet! I do have some minor symptoms (tired and cramping) but if I wasn't specifically looking for it I probably wouldn't think much of it.
Fun
The fun stuff really hasn't started yet. I'm still focusing on getting the house ready (not the nursery) thinking about my job, doing some financial planning, etc. I'm debating getting professional pregnancy photos done, but I'm not sure if it would be worth the cost. I know from wedding photography, you really get what you pay for. I mean, what would I really do with these photos other than post a few on facebook and hope I get some nice comments on them....so I am I really paying for an ego boost? Maybe, at 7/8 months pregnant I'll need that.
February 2, 2013
Birth Plan
It was this blog that inspired me to go the route of an out-of-hospital birth. At the time we didn't plan on getting pregnant but I knew if I ever changed my mind, that would be the way I wanted to go.
I didn't waste anytime looking up midwives and birthing centers. (I was pleasantly surprised at the options available for out of hospital births in the area.) I wanted to make sure I was getting prenatal care as soon as possible. the process to find one was surprisingly easy. A local birthing center had a list of midwives on their website. I started out by looking at all of them that had websites, then I emailed three of those, and only two got back to me.
The first person we interviewed as LaNette. She was amazing - friendly, warm, experienced, etc...
Dan and I were so convinced that we wanted her I wanted to cancel my appointment with the other midwife. But then again, we thought - LaNette is too good, too good to be true, so let's meet the other woman.
Well, the other woman was named Jan. She was also great, as far as being qualified. However, it stopped there. She didn't seem warm or that caring, she felt more like a doctor - disconnected. We new right away that LaNette was the best.
Just to reassure ourselves again I asked LaNette for some references. I only had to talk to the first one and I again knew she was the best. This woman is a "repeat customer" and couldn't stop talking for 1/2 hour on how great LaNette is and her referring doctor.
So, that next morning I booked LaNette and I have my first meeting with her on tuesday :)
I haven't even paid her the deposit yet and he's already been helpful. This morning I had to text her with an "emergency" question about the massage and reflexology appointment I had that morning. She got back to me right away!
So, long story short - this is the woman that will help deliver our healthy baby :)
I didn't waste anytime looking up midwives and birthing centers. (I was pleasantly surprised at the options available for out of hospital births in the area.) I wanted to make sure I was getting prenatal care as soon as possible. the process to find one was surprisingly easy. A local birthing center had a list of midwives on their website. I started out by looking at all of them that had websites, then I emailed three of those, and only two got back to me.
The first person we interviewed as LaNette. She was amazing - friendly, warm, experienced, etc...
Dan and I were so convinced that we wanted her I wanted to cancel my appointment with the other midwife. But then again, we thought - LaNette is too good, too good to be true, so let's meet the other woman.
Well, the other woman was named Jan. She was also great, as far as being qualified. However, it stopped there. She didn't seem warm or that caring, she felt more like a doctor - disconnected. We new right away that LaNette was the best.
Just to reassure ourselves again I asked LaNette for some references. I only had to talk to the first one and I again knew she was the best. This woman is a "repeat customer" and couldn't stop talking for 1/2 hour on how great LaNette is and her referring doctor.
So, that next morning I booked LaNette and I have my first meeting with her on tuesday :)
I haven't even paid her the deposit yet and he's already been helpful. This morning I had to text her with an "emergency" question about the massage and reflexology appointment I had that morning. She got back to me right away!
So, long story short - this is the woman that will help deliver our healthy baby :)
5 1/2 weeks
Symptoms:
This week has been pretty good. I feel good, the cramping is far less and my hunger is pretty much back to normal. the only thing is i'm pretty tired this week. I can't really say it's fatigue, but I just feel like going to bed earlier. Last night I went to bed at 8:30!!
I continue to be a little extra emotional. I feel like trying when I think about being a mom, or that moment when the baby is born.
Sharing the News:
So, I told my parent's the very first day but I've also recently told Melissa. It's really great to have such a close friend to talk to who is not only a new mom but has gone through an out-of-hospital birth. She's only know for a few days and has already been a big help!
Well, we had planned to tell Dan's parents this weekend, but Raemi has been in the hospital all week and Sarah just had her baby about 2 days ago. So, we are holding off until that excitement dies down a bit.
Random:
Even though i'm still very early in the pregnancy, i'm almost 1/2 way through the first trimester :)
I'm starting to purge things around the house again and Dan is trying to finish up some projects. I'd really like to finish nesting in the first trimester so as we get closer we can put more and more focus on the baby :)
This week has been pretty good. I feel good, the cramping is far less and my hunger is pretty much back to normal. the only thing is i'm pretty tired this week. I can't really say it's fatigue, but I just feel like going to bed earlier. Last night I went to bed at 8:30!!
I continue to be a little extra emotional. I feel like trying when I think about being a mom, or that moment when the baby is born.
Sharing the News:
So, I told my parent's the very first day but I've also recently told Melissa. It's really great to have such a close friend to talk to who is not only a new mom but has gone through an out-of-hospital birth. She's only know for a few days and has already been a big help!
Well, we had planned to tell Dan's parents this weekend, but Raemi has been in the hospital all week and Sarah just had her baby about 2 days ago. So, we are holding off until that excitement dies down a bit.
Random:
Even though i'm still very early in the pregnancy, i'm almost 1/2 way through the first trimester :)
I'm starting to purge things around the house again and Dan is trying to finish up some projects. I'd really like to finish nesting in the first trimester so as we get closer we can put more and more focus on the baby :)
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