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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
UGH...
I still have 108 days to go and I'm already feeling so uncomfortable and on the brink of feeling miserable. Just sitting down in a normal position makes me feel a little sore/bloated. My uterus is literally under my ribs already. Standing is bad enough but it's shoved up even more while sitting, then of course those Braxton Hicks makes it so much worse. Nothing I can say can come close to explaining what I'm feeling so I will leave it at that and add a pic just to show you!
Monday, March 21, 2011
24 Week Update!
I have no idea where to begin here honestly. Umm... How about the baby shower!
The baby shower was yesterday, and yes I know it was extremely early but my sister was hosting it and that's when she wanted it. Only one of Jay's co-workers showed up so it was pretty small. We wanted it to be small anyway but there was supposed to be about 4-5 more people than there was. It was fun and we had a good time. Stella did a really good job on all the decorations and games and stuff.
My appointment today went pretty good. My midwife was very happy with the 2lbs I gained. I know that's not much but considering I'm not continuing to lose weight she's pretty pleased. Jay told on me though, straight up told her that my lunch consists of McDonald's and Subway just about everyday. After asking me what I order, she was surprisingly okay with it. My fundal height (uterus) measured at 25, at my last appointment 4 weeks ago it was measuring at 19. She said it grew pretty fast and that I may feel some cramping because of it. Which I do from time to time but it's never anything that leaves me concerned. I have to go in sometime in the next 3 weeks to do my glucose screening to check for gestational diabetes. It's only the 1 hour test first so that's not too bad. Lets just hope I pass it so I wont have to do the dang 3 hour test. Next appointment at 28 weeks they will start scheduling me for every 2 weeks then at 36 weeks we go every week. YIPPEE!!
PS. Jay said I had to mention that my midwife so no more extra extra olives on my sub because of the sodium content in the olives.
Jay and I also went baby shopping right after the Dr.'s so we could go ahead and get everything else that we needed. I know I'm doing everything pretty early, I just want to be prepared for anything that could happen and not wait for the last minute to do everything. The only thing we have left to get is the car seat and pack-n-play. We will be picking those up in May. I so can't wait!
Picture time now!!
For those that would like to see the rest of the pics, here's my link to my facebook album! Don't get your hopes up though, it's the only album on my facebook that you can view. Feel free to add me though if you would like to see the u/s pics and belly pics!
And of course the rest of the info that I pull of I-am-pregnant.com!
This week your baby's crown-to-rump length is around 8.4 inches and your baby will weigh approximately 1.2 pounds. Although it weighs a little over a pound at this point, your growing baby is still tiny. Your uterus can easily be felt 1.5 to 2 inches above your bellybutton. The fetus does not appear to have much room in the uterus anymore, but as your pregnancy progresses, space gets much tighter!
Because your uterus is expanding and putting a great amount of pressure on your abdomen, you might get stretch marks. Your weight gain may also be taking a toll on your body at this point. Many pregnant women experience backaches, bladder problems, sore feet and fatigue that affect their daily routines. You might also have some nasal stuffiness or nosebleeds.
Your baby's face is basically complete now. The fetus's eyes are close together on the front of his face and they are still shut. Your baby's ears have moved into their final position on the sides of his head. Where they are now is where they will be when your baby is born! Hair will continue to grow on his scalp and his eyelashes are well developed. Most of your baby's features look the same as they will at birth. Because your growing baby is getting plumper, he no longer has room in your tummy to do cartwheels and somersaults.
Now is a good time to ask about prenatal classes being offered in your area. Many local hospitals offer classes for expectant women and their families. You should aim to complete the classes approximately one month before your due date.
You may sometimes get a stitch-like pain in your side from time to time. It's simply the muscles of the uterus stretching.
the unborn child is covered with a fine, downy hair called lanugo. Its tender skin is protected by a waxy substance called vernix. Some of this substance may still be on the child's skin at birth at which time it will be quickly absorbed.
The child practices breathing by inhaling (up to a liter/day) amniotic fluid into developing lungs.
The baby shower was yesterday, and yes I know it was extremely early but my sister was hosting it and that's when she wanted it. Only one of Jay's co-workers showed up so it was pretty small. We wanted it to be small anyway but there was supposed to be about 4-5 more people than there was. It was fun and we had a good time. Stella did a really good job on all the decorations and games and stuff.
My appointment today went pretty good. My midwife was very happy with the 2lbs I gained. I know that's not much but considering I'm not continuing to lose weight she's pretty pleased. Jay told on me though, straight up told her that my lunch consists of McDonald's and Subway just about everyday. After asking me what I order, she was surprisingly okay with it. My fundal height (uterus) measured at 25, at my last appointment 4 weeks ago it was measuring at 19. She said it grew pretty fast and that I may feel some cramping because of it. Which I do from time to time but it's never anything that leaves me concerned. I have to go in sometime in the next 3 weeks to do my glucose screening to check for gestational diabetes. It's only the 1 hour test first so that's not too bad. Lets just hope I pass it so I wont have to do the dang 3 hour test. Next appointment at 28 weeks they will start scheduling me for every 2 weeks then at 36 weeks we go every week. YIPPEE!!
PS. Jay said I had to mention that my midwife so no more extra extra olives on my sub because of the sodium content in the olives.
Jay and I also went baby shopping right after the Dr.'s so we could go ahead and get everything else that we needed. I know I'm doing everything pretty early, I just want to be prepared for anything that could happen and not wait for the last minute to do everything. The only thing we have left to get is the car seat and pack-n-play. We will be picking those up in May. I so can't wait!
Picture time now!!
For those that would like to see the rest of the pics, here's my link to my facebook album! Don't get your hopes up though, it's the only album on my facebook that you can view. Feel free to add me though if you would like to see the u/s pics and belly pics!
And of course the rest of the info that I pull of I-am-pregnant.com!
There are 108 days until your due date on July 08, 2011.
You are 172 days pregnant.
You are 5.6 months pregnant.
You are in your 6th month of pregnancy.
Your 1st trimester: October 01, 2010 to December 30, 2010. (0 - 12 weeks)
Your 2nd trimester: December 31, 2010 to April 14, 2011. (13 - 27 weeks)
Your 3rd trimester: April 15, 2011 to July 08, 2011. (28 - 40 weeks)
You are 172 days pregnant.
You are 5.6 months pregnant.
You are in your 6th month of pregnancy.
Your 1st trimester: October 01, 2010 to December 30, 2010. (0 - 12 weeks)
Your 2nd trimester: December 31, 2010 to April 14, 2011. (13 - 27 weeks)
Your 3rd trimester: April 15, 2011 to July 08, 2011. (28 - 40 weeks)
This week your baby's crown-to-rump length is around 8.4 inches and your baby will weigh approximately 1.2 pounds. Although it weighs a little over a pound at this point, your growing baby is still tiny. Your uterus can easily be felt 1.5 to 2 inches above your bellybutton. The fetus does not appear to have much room in the uterus anymore, but as your pregnancy progresses, space gets much tighter! Because your uterus is expanding and putting a great amount of pressure on your abdomen, you might get stretch marks. Your weight gain may also be taking a toll on your body at this point. Many pregnant women experience backaches, bladder problems, sore feet and fatigue that affect their daily routines. You might also have some nasal stuffiness or nosebleeds.
Your baby's face is basically complete now. The fetus's eyes are close together on the front of his face and they are still shut. Your baby's ears have moved into their final position on the sides of his head. Where they are now is where they will be when your baby is born! Hair will continue to grow on his scalp and his eyelashes are well developed. Most of your baby's features look the same as they will at birth. Because your growing baby is getting plumper, he no longer has room in your tummy to do cartwheels and somersaults.
Now is a good time to ask about prenatal classes being offered in your area. Many local hospitals offer classes for expectant women and their families. You should aim to complete the classes approximately one month before your due date.
You may sometimes get a stitch-like pain in your side from time to time. It's simply the muscles of the uterus stretching.
the unborn child is covered with a fine, downy hair called lanugo. Its tender skin is protected by a waxy substance called vernix. Some of this substance may still be on the child's skin at birth at which time it will be quickly absorbed.
The child practices breathing by inhaling (up to a liter/day) amniotic fluid into developing lungs.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Healthy eating = weight loss!
I gave up on eating right during my pregnancy. Every Dr. appointment I've been to so far (excluding my last) I have lost weight. My Dr. was starting to doubt that I was eating. I never really got the whole "6 small meals a day" a thing. What does one consume in those 3 extra meals? You're lucky I'm eating breakfast! My diet consumes of a normal diet plus extras. Fruit, veggies, meat, Funyons, McDonald's, Subway, candy (which I have a nice stash hidden in my night stand), gummy worms/bears, Dr. Pepper... there's many more too but I honestly couldn't sit here and type it all out!
Now let's be honest, I started out overweight before I got pregnant. I can't believe I'm going to admit this on the internet but it's rather important. I started out at about 200lbs. I've had a hard time losing weight all my life but this was my heaviest weight yet. At my first appointment (8weeks) I was down to 196lbs, morning sickness was just starting out at this time. 2nd appointment(12 weeks) I was down to 193lbs. 3rd appointment (16 weeks), I was down to 189lbs. Morning sickness was pretty much over at this time. I still got sick every now and then but it wasn't that bad at all. My Dr. on the other hand was questioning whether or not I have been eating. She told me to start eating whatever I wanted to in order to try and gain some weight. I thought when you were overweight and pregnant that you didn't have to gain much?! I guess I was wrong about that. So I decided I was going to eat whatever I wanted to like she said! 4th appointment (20 weeks) I weighed in at 191lbs. They were actually excited that I gained weight! Why is it that I can only lose weight while I'm pregnant, when I shouldn't be losing weight? I have a weight loss plan though. Well kind of!
After having the baby I plan on breastfeeding for about a year. Did you know that breastfeeding is a good way to burn calories and lose weight? I had no idea! So many woman are swearing by it though. So while giving my baby the best nutrition I can, I intend on incorporating a healthier diet a long with better and more regular exercise. I have to stay healthy for our baby's health and for my health since it's going to be up to me to give Brooklyn the best nutrition and the best life that I can offer! I'm pretty determined now, I just hope I will still be this determined when Brooklyn gets here! Wish me luck.
Now let's be honest, I started out overweight before I got pregnant. I can't believe I'm going to admit this on the internet but it's rather important. I started out at about 200lbs. I've had a hard time losing weight all my life but this was my heaviest weight yet. At my first appointment (8weeks) I was down to 196lbs, morning sickness was just starting out at this time. 2nd appointment(12 weeks) I was down to 193lbs. 3rd appointment (16 weeks), I was down to 189lbs. Morning sickness was pretty much over at this time. I still got sick every now and then but it wasn't that bad at all. My Dr. on the other hand was questioning whether or not I have been eating. She told me to start eating whatever I wanted to in order to try and gain some weight. I thought when you were overweight and pregnant that you didn't have to gain much?! I guess I was wrong about that. So I decided I was going to eat whatever I wanted to like she said! 4th appointment (20 weeks) I weighed in at 191lbs. They were actually excited that I gained weight! Why is it that I can only lose weight while I'm pregnant, when I shouldn't be losing weight? I have a weight loss plan though. Well kind of!
After having the baby I plan on breastfeeding for about a year. Did you know that breastfeeding is a good way to burn calories and lose weight? I had no idea! So many woman are swearing by it though. So while giving my baby the best nutrition I can, I intend on incorporating a healthier diet a long with better and more regular exercise. I have to stay healthy for our baby's health and for my health since it's going to be up to me to give Brooklyn the best nutrition and the best life that I can offer! I'm pretty determined now, I just hope I will still be this determined when Brooklyn gets here! Wish me luck.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Helpful Baby Resources!
We can all use resources when it comes to all stuff pregnancy, baby, toddlers, school kids... well, just about everything right? I'm addicted to google when it comes to questions I have but remembering where to find them has become a hassle. Not to mention my "favorites" list is getting pretty long. I don't even want to open it anymore since it's becoming just about as cluttered as Google! Besides... I can share my links/resources with others if I put them up here!
First things first... Pregnancy!
Babycenter
What to Expect When You're Expecting
Humorous Pregnancy fun facts!
Week by week and graphic pics!
Now for those that are friends with me know that we plan on cloth diapering Brooklyn. Many have disagreed with us and looked at us like we are crazy. I promise you I have not gone insane. Lets break things down a little bit money wise first. The average baby goes through about 8-10 diapers a day. Lets break this down!
Pampers:
Size: Newborn- 10lbs Count: 84 Cost: $18.78/ .22 per diaper 8 x 30= 240 diapers a month
Size: 1-2 (up to 15lbs) Count: 234 Cost: $43.99/ .19 per diaper 8 x 30= 240 diapers a month
Size 2-3 (14-22lbs) Count: 152 Cost: $41.99/ .28 per diaper *8 x 30= 240 diapers a month
*by this stage babies are going through more than 8 diapers a day since most are eating solid foods and have more stools.
An average baby goes through about 2,000 diapers a year... A YEAR! By around 2 1/2-3 most are potty training but not all. So lets go off of 3 years just to be on the safer side.
240 x 12= 2,880
2,880 x 3= 8,640 DIAPERS IN 3 YEARS!
Diapers monthly cost around $60- $85 a month
$60 x 12= $720 $720 x 3 (3 years)= $2,160
$85 x 12= $1020 $1020 x 3= $3,060
* Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 4, 176 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 3, 204 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 5, 156 Count
Pampers Swaddlers Dry Max Diapers, Size N, 84 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 1, 252 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 2, 228 Count
* Disposable diapers start around $60-$85 a month depending on how old your infant is (and how many changes a day you need). Many people go to warehouse discount stores and buy disposable diapers in bulk to get the best price per diaper.
Now lets look at Cloth diapers
I'm going to tell you how much I spent on diapers then we will look at average costs.
I bought a year supply because I refuse to get wrapped up in the addiction of cloth diapering like some do. My stash consists of 7 Best Bottom covers, a newborn set of gDiapers, 20 size 1 Best Bottom inserts, and 15 size 2 Best Bottom inserts. gDiapers set comes with 12 size xtra small covers, 6 small covers, 2 packs of disposable liners (160)
Best Bottom covers $16.95 per cover
Best Bottom inserts $3.95 per insert
Newborn gDiaper set $149.99
I spent w/shipping $411 on cloth diapers that will last a year, Next year the only thing I will need to buy is more size 2 and size 3 inserts for my Best Bottoms and maybe a couple of covers if they need to be replaced. Best Bottoms are designed to be resized and last from birth to potty training. How awesome is that! I guess it helps that my daughter will be born in July so I didn't really buy inserts to last a full year.
So lets so you expect to do laundry about every other day. I would suggest buying about 40 size 1 inserts and 20-40 size 2 inserts.
$3.95 x 40= $158 or $3.95 x 80= $316 a year!
Covers now... lets go with 7 since they don't have to be changed with every diaper change, one a day sounds good to me! Though I will say that these things are so freaking cute that some mothers do go a little overboard and get addicted to buying them.
$16.95 x 7= $118.65
Now of course there's a couple of other expenses that has to be added in to this considering it does use water/electricity, and detergent to wash diapers.
I can't really give you a good estimate on water/electricity considering it varies depending on where you live. But lets look at laundry detergent!
*** Unfortunately at this time I am unable to find the website that compares different detergents and which are best to use so I will need to update this part a little later. I will however tell you that it's not much of a cost at all. And trust me, no matter what anyone else says, you don't really need a wet bag or diaper/toilet sprayer. In place of the wet bag you can use a zip-loc bag while you are out or some even use disposables if they will be out for a while. Breast fed babies bowels are water soluble, inserts can be thrown straight into the washer! Formula fed babies, inserts should be swooshed around in the toilet or however you chose to wash them out before going into the wash.
Here's a great website for more info!
http://allaboutclothdiapers.com/
There are so many different choices when it comes to cloth diapers. Ones with snap in inserts, flips, disposable inserts (biodegradable for the environment), all in ones, all in 2's. It can get a little overwhelming at times but there are lots of resources out there to help calm your minds!
Now, I am planning on making my own baby food. For several reasons.
1. It's healthier
2. Baby gets actual nutrients instead of added chemicals
3. more variety
I could keep going but I think I should stop with those three for now. I want to share a blog with you all that you will find everything you need to know about homemade baby food! This is a wonderful blog and I know you will enjoy it!
http://nicole-j-knocked-up.blogspot.com/2011/02/how-to-make-your-own-baby-food.html
Need to take a break on this for now but I will be back a little later with more links to a healthier baby!
First things first... Pregnancy!
Babycenter
What to Expect When You're Expecting
Humorous Pregnancy fun facts!
Week by week and graphic pics!
Now for those that are friends with me know that we plan on cloth diapering Brooklyn. Many have disagreed with us and looked at us like we are crazy. I promise you I have not gone insane. Lets break things down a little bit money wise first. The average baby goes through about 8-10 diapers a day. Lets break this down!
Pampers:
Size: Newborn- 10lbs Count: 84 Cost: $18.78/ .22 per diaper 8 x 30= 240 diapers a month
Size: 1-2 (up to 15lbs) Count: 234 Cost: $43.99/ .19 per diaper 8 x 30= 240 diapers a month
Size 2-3 (14-22lbs) Count: 152 Cost: $41.99/ .28 per diaper *8 x 30= 240 diapers a month
*by this stage babies are going through more than 8 diapers a day since most are eating solid foods and have more stools.
An average baby goes through about 2,000 diapers a year... A YEAR! By around 2 1/2-3 most are potty training but not all. So lets go off of 3 years just to be on the safer side.
240 x 12= 2,880
2,880 x 3= 8,640 DIAPERS IN 3 YEARS!
Diapers monthly cost around $60- $85 a month
$60 x 12= $720 $720 x 3 (3 years)= $2,160
$85 x 12= $1020 $1020 x 3= $3,060
* Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 4, 176 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 3, 204 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 5, 156 Count
Pampers Swaddlers Dry Max Diapers, Size N, 84 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 1, 252 Count
Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Economy Plus Pack, Size 2, 228 Count
* Disposable diapers start around $60-$85 a month depending on how old your infant is (and how many changes a day you need). Many people go to warehouse discount stores and buy disposable diapers in bulk to get the best price per diaper.
Now lets look at Cloth diapers
I'm going to tell you how much I spent on diapers then we will look at average costs.
I bought a year supply because I refuse to get wrapped up in the addiction of cloth diapering like some do. My stash consists of 7 Best Bottom covers, a newborn set of gDiapers, 20 size 1 Best Bottom inserts, and 15 size 2 Best Bottom inserts. gDiapers set comes with 12 size xtra small covers, 6 small covers, 2 packs of disposable liners (160)
Best Bottom covers $16.95 per cover
Best Bottom inserts $3.95 per insert
Newborn gDiaper set $149.99
I spent w/shipping $411 on cloth diapers that will last a year, Next year the only thing I will need to buy is more size 2 and size 3 inserts for my Best Bottoms and maybe a couple of covers if they need to be replaced. Best Bottoms are designed to be resized and last from birth to potty training. How awesome is that! I guess it helps that my daughter will be born in July so I didn't really buy inserts to last a full year.
So lets so you expect to do laundry about every other day. I would suggest buying about 40 size 1 inserts and 20-40 size 2 inserts.
$3.95 x 40= $158 or $3.95 x 80= $316 a year!
Covers now... lets go with 7 since they don't have to be changed with every diaper change, one a day sounds good to me! Though I will say that these things are so freaking cute that some mothers do go a little overboard and get addicted to buying them.
$16.95 x 7= $118.65
Now of course there's a couple of other expenses that has to be added in to this considering it does use water/electricity, and detergent to wash diapers.
I can't really give you a good estimate on water/electricity considering it varies depending on where you live. But lets look at laundry detergent!
*** Unfortunately at this time I am unable to find the website that compares different detergents and which are best to use so I will need to update this part a little later. I will however tell you that it's not much of a cost at all. And trust me, no matter what anyone else says, you don't really need a wet bag or diaper/toilet sprayer. In place of the wet bag you can use a zip-loc bag while you are out or some even use disposables if they will be out for a while. Breast fed babies bowels are water soluble, inserts can be thrown straight into the washer! Formula fed babies, inserts should be swooshed around in the toilet or however you chose to wash them out before going into the wash.
Here's a great website for more info!
http://allaboutclothdiapers.com/
There are so many different choices when it comes to cloth diapers. Ones with snap in inserts, flips, disposable inserts (biodegradable for the environment), all in ones, all in 2's. It can get a little overwhelming at times but there are lots of resources out there to help calm your minds!
Now, I am planning on making my own baby food. For several reasons.
1. It's healthier
2. Baby gets actual nutrients instead of added chemicals
3. more variety
I could keep going but I think I should stop with those three for now. I want to share a blog with you all that you will find everything you need to know about homemade baby food! This is a wonderful blog and I know you will enjoy it!
http://nicole-j-knocked-up.blogspot.com/2011/02/how-to-make-your-own-baby-food.html
Need to take a break on this for now but I will be back a little later with more links to a healthier baby!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Dear Brooklyn
I sure love feeling you move a lot more now! I was wondering if I were ever going to start feeling you but once I did a couple weeks ago, you haven't stopped since! You are one active baby that's for sure... you remind me of your brother when I was pregnant with him!
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