Pregnancy - Third Trimester

We had another doctor's appointment today (with an ultrasound). According to the ultrasound, Baby Boy Hansford is already 7lbs 13oz!! The doctor has scheduled an induction for April 12, 2009 if it should happen that he waits that long. Otherwise, I'll be delivering one huge watermelon. According to the doctor, he has the potential for gaining 1/2 lb (8oz) per week, which could make him almost 10lbs if he stayed until the original due date of April 19, 2009. As for the other details, I am still only dilated about 1.5cm and my cervix has only thinned about 10% in the past two weeks to 60% effaced.

Therefore, we have a maximum of two weeks to go! YAY!

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

After the scare with the mucous plug, Brian has been staying up late and getting up early to get the nursery done. He has officially completed all of his projects in the nursery except for the trim around the windows (we are waiting for our windows to arrive and be installed before he does this). Brian and his dad also spent quite some time assembling the furniture.

Unfortunately the changing table that I waited so long to come into stock and finally was able to order was delivered as the wrong one. They sent a very curvy one that I specifically did not want because it looked too girlie. My goal for the changing table was a dresser that could be used as a changing table when the pad was put onto it, but later used as a dresser (so it will grow with him as the crib will). Hence, my discontent with the curvy girlie looking dresser. So we called to have them pick the wrong one up and will have to wait (again) until the correct one comes in stock. Urgh! As a back-up plan, we have the changing table on the pack n' play.

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

I lost my mucous plug today, but I have not experienced any other symptoms. Unfortunately as a first-time mother, I created quite the fire drill. I am experiencing contractions about every hour to half hour (false labor contractions), but painful nonetheless. Most everyone is telling me that the end is near (two weeks maximum).

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

We had another doctor's appointment today. The doctor informed us that I am 1.5cm dilated and 50% effaced. He has ordered an ultrasound for the next appointment, as his measurements of my uterus have continuously suggested that either a) we are having one big baby boy or b) we are further along than the original ultrasound suggested.

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

I just spent two days (03/06-03/07/09) in the hospital for serious nausea and vomiting. Both the baby and I needed re-hydration. After several tests to check my gall bladder and other things, thankfully nothing was found to be the cause. We are thankful, but frustrated, because this would be the second time in 10 days that I have gone to the doctors for nausea and vomiting that won't stop to find out that it is some sort of stomach virus. (I am so glad that I got that flu shot!)

Now that I am home, I am still a little dizzy and nauseas (though the nausea medication is helping). I am very tired and really achey, as well. The doctor has now insisted that I go on bed rest, as he has noticed a connection between me going into the office and my body having an adverse reaction. Thankfully, my work is willing to allow me to work from home. (I got a company cell phone and brought home my laptop and some files.)

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

Well, I am pretty sure that the baby has dropped into position. My stomach has really been hurting for the past couple of days and now it is really low and very basketball shaped (compared to the odd shape that it was before).

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

The flooring guys (Forest Floors) are working on the flooring right now (the sanding looked to be almost done yesterday). Brian has painted the walls and also had the register cover sand blasted and then he repainted them silver.

Brian and Brad picked up the dresser and rocker/ottoman yesterday.

There are now only a few items on the list: Finish Floors, Install Closet Door, Install Closet Shelves, Finish Pocket Door, Hang Trim, Replace Outlets, Replace Ceiling Light with Fan, Pick Up Changing Table, Assemble Furniture, Assemble Other Baby Items, Put Car Seat in SUV.

As for my responsibilities (though Brian is working the hardest, he isn't the only one working towards being prepared for baby): I still haven't finished the tablecloth (though I did get the fabric ironed and partially cut-out. I need to finish cutting it and then sew up the seams. Also need to buy some double curtain rods. When Brian is finished with his list (related to the nursery), then I need to: Draw and paint mural on wall, Wash bedding and blankets, Hang curtains, Assemble bedding, Find bookshelf and purchase, Take care of all of the baby purchases and gifts.

Pregnancy - Third Trimester

We had another doctor's appointment today and the doctor has stated that the baby is no longer breech. Heart rate is good, too. Unfortunately, I am showing protein in the urine, which is one of the tests that indicate pre-eclampsia. At this point, however, the doctor has not suggested inducing (just bed rest).