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Wednesday, November 17, 2010

30 and Counting!

My Head is Spinning... but I can't complain!

I could really write for hours on the week's past events, all of our blessings, and what lil Madelyn Paige is doing in the womb.  Unfortunately, the clock is ticking and my bed awaits me. So, I will give a quick preview.  Some of these things really deserve much more attention, so I will give them the time later.  

Recent Events
Tickled Pink Baby Shower 
Saturday, I had my very first baby shower.  It was given by a close family friend, Denise, who also happens to be my Confirmation sponsor and my mom. The guest list was my mom's dearest friends (I was not a part of making this guest list.)  The shower was absolutely wonderful! There was not a detail left out. We received so many much needed items and some adorable clothes, blankets, and accessories for Madelyn. I will come back to share more details later. This picture of the cake matched the invitation as well as the other paper needs of the party, thanks to lori short designs!
Delicious Cake!
 Blessings 
I'm so amazed and in awe of all of the blessing pouring down on our family.  I'll be honest, I'm not a stress free person and I still worry.  I've just seen many prayers answered lately, in ways and opportunities I didn't even know existed. I can't share many details at this time, but things are falling into place. 

Madelyn Paige -30 weeks in the womb
 My belly is growing!  Half of the population says I am moving right along and just look big because I'm short and small.  The other half says I'll be having her early and look like I'm about to pop or having twins!  Well, my hope and prayer is that she doesn't come to early.  I also don't feel that big, except for when I get on the scale! 
I believe things are just changing right now, she's growing up! I can feel her feet now when I touch my stomach.  I also feel her sitting on my bladder and other organs.  I pee about 20 times a day.  I have spurts of energy here and there along with some occasional break emotional breakdowns. I think I'm in the stage where I'm worried she is coming and I'm not prepared for her and she is not done baking! I'm mentally ready for her, but her room isn't ready, my classroom isn't ready, and my house isn't ready!  Really, will I ever be?

Upcoming Events
On Friday, Brandon and I are flying to St. Louis for my cousin Heidi's wedding!  I'm super excited to see St. Louis, my family, and Heidi's wedding.  I'm so thankful I am not swollen yet and that I will look semi decent.  I will post also blog about this with pictures when we return.  
Well, Brandon is sending me text to come to bed, so I must go for now! I wish I had more time to upload pics and write more details. Hopefully over Thanksgiving I can catch up!


Monday, November 1, 2010

Three Months To Go

28 Weeks
Week: 28

Total Weight Gain: ??? I'm a little scared to look! I guess I'll find out Tuesday at the Doc.

Sleep: The same along with some crazy dreams!

Movement:  Lots and lots.  I think she moved positions.  I now feel her on the left side a lot more now.  Before, I was only feeling her on the right.

Food Cravings: No.

Belly button In or Out: Still In


Wedding ring On or Off: On


HAPPY or MOODY most of the time: Happy, most of the time.  I do get moody, when I get stressed out or have anxiety.  I try to prevent it as much as possible.  I always make a plan for everything, so that I am able to prevent from getting stressed out.  Sometimes, when my plan changes is when things get crazy.


Best Moment this Week: I don't really know! I might have to say Madelyn's first in the womb trip to CS for college football, except not celebrating the Raiders.  We went with my family to celebrate Philip's 50th birthday... he still needs a name!  Anyways... I was able to hang with my family, good friends... raiders and aggies, and just have some relaxing fun. Here's one of the only good pics that ended up on my camera . Its me and Sylvita!
Sarita and Sylvita
To Do List Update: I registered for a Prepared Birthing Class at "The Motherhood Center."  I feel a little better about that now.  I need to register for a breastfeeding class now.  I've also talked to a few ladies about watching Madelyn when I go back to work until the summer.  There is nothing set up yet and it might not even work out, but I have made contacts at least. Prayers that something will work out in this area.  I really don't want her to go to a daycare that young!

Weekly Baby Purchase: I got two things for Madelyn this week, but I didn't really "purchase" them.  I only paid for shipping.  One thanks to an email from another expecting mom and the other thanks to "junk" email I now get every other day.  Good thing I opened that one.
I got a sling from Seven Everyday Slings for free.  I only paid for shipping, $12, kind of a lot though!

Sling

I also got a nursing cover from Udder Covers for free!  This shipping was a little less.
Nursing Cover

I haven't received them in the mail, yet.  I'll let ya know how I like these when they come in, but I won't really know until I am able to put them to use with Madelyn.

I know sometimes my blogs are lame and not exciting.  When I have inspiring thoughts and views I will defiantly share!
Love, Sarah
(p.s how do I make a signature?)