Hurray, a new post!!

It's been a while since I have posted. I had a nice, relaxing vacation for the holidays. I went to Frankenmouth, Huckleberry Village, had a baby shower, saw a few movies, and of course spent lots of time with family! When I got back here to Tennessee, I had plenty to do, getting caught up on housework, unloading the shower gifts, and getting caught up on doctor appointments for both me and Regan.

My appointment went well. Rosie's heart was beating loudly, and she didn't at all like the doppler. She was kicking it (and the Doctor, how embarrassing!) so hard that the popping of it was being magnified along with her heartbeat. I also passed my Gestational Diabetes test which, of course, is great news.

I signed up for my labor and delivery class in March. Unfortunately, they don't really offer the 6 week lamaze anymore because 90% of patients opt for the epidural. Instead, I have decided to study a book about hypnosis and birthing. It's not the kind of hypnosis where the person is unconcious; rather, it involves visualization, and believing you will not be in pain. Here is a link to some information about it, if you are interested: http://www.givingbirthnaturally.com/vaginal-childbirth-methods.html

As far as baby gear goes, I am getting more and more things. In addition to what I got for my shower, I purchased a dresser, and some clothes. I also have a few items on special order at Walmart. One day next week, I will make a trip out to Nashville, and visit Babies R Us.

Here are some photos from the last couple of months.

Here I am at my baby shower.

Smokey, get off those shower favors!!!!

Thanksgiving at Grandma Ochab's


Thanksgiving at the May's

Christmas at Grandma Colletti's

This is before Julie's holiday party. I was about 23 weeks.

Here is New Year's Eve at Jamie's house At this point I was just shy of 26 weeks.

A peek at the nursery so far

And finally, here is my most recent belly picture, at 28 weeks