We've made it to full term baby status and this will be my last weekly update! I am actually feeling really great still (I even wore heels, well wedges, today!). I'm sort of sad that this pregnancy will be over in a few days. As of right now (and this could always change), I am feeling like this won't be my last pregnancy. I am not feeling "done" at all. It really is up to God to help us navigate how many children we will have. I have really have enjoyed this pregnancy and carrying this baby. I loved the experience of carrying twins and a singleton.
We still have a lot of little things to wrap up. I've been busy busy busy at work trying to get everything done for the sub. I don't talk about my job too much on here but anyone that is a teacher knows how hard it is to be out. With my twins I took a whole quarter off and since my classes are only a quarter long, it didn't really matter what my sub did with them. This time, I've been with them for the first 2.5 weeks of the quarter and will return the last 2 weeks of the quarter and am trying to make sure they stay on my pace and that grading remains consistent. I have made lesson plans for each day of my absence and created all of the quizzes, tests, and handouts for my entire maternity leave. I'm leaving everything super organized. It's hard leaving my "kids" in the hands of someone else (#controlfreak).
Around the house, I am waiting for Shep's room to be complete. We have a few things to hang on the wall and need to print some pictures for frames. I just ordered his laundry hamper and my mom is making his crib skirt this weekend. I'm scheduling a cleaning service to come to a big deep clean of our home next week. Jay cleaned the shower this past weekend and I actually got upset with him because I want our house to be dirty so that we get our money's worth. haha! I'm also scheduling the dogs to be groomed so that Shep has nice smelling puppies to come home to!
Our bags are almost all packed. I need to do a little ironing on a few of my things and pack last minute items like my toiletries and electronics. I have a few blankets to monogram to take with us. We used all the hospital's gear last time and this time I want to use all the new cute stuff we got for shower gifts! My goal this weekend to make big brother/big sister shirts for the twins to wear to meet Shep.
I talked with the nurse at length yesterday about my c-section. After Tuesday's appointment and NO progress at ALL, we decided to schedule a c-section. Because of IVF we are 100% sure of Shep's due date and feel very comfortable with our decision to deliver 2 days early. My c-section is scheduled for 2:30pm on Wednesday, April 16th. Please keep us in your prayers that everything goes well and that Shep is healthy. I keep reminding myself that I can't rule out NICU time or complications just because he is a full term singleton.
I'm amazed at how scheduling a c-section is just like scheduling a normal surgery. Arrive 2 hours prior, nothing to eat or drink, no nail polish or make up (hmm maybe some foundation will be okay?). I'm supposed to leave all my stuff in the car and just bring my hubby and our camera. With the twins, we stayed in the hospital the night before.
I am soooo excited to meet this new baby but a little nervous about having a newborn again. I just hope and pray that everything goes well. I am saying extra prayers that he is a great eater and I won't have to pump and bottle feed! I am most looking forward to bringing him home and being a family of 5! I thrive on routine and can't wait to settle in with our new little guy. I am excited about introducing the babies and anticipating their reactions to baby Shep. I went to a mom's bible study last night and we had a peditrician guest speaker and she gave me great advice about having really low expectations for their reactions to the baby. She instructed me just to let it be really natural and to let them get to know Shep on their own terms. We're also going to have Shep give them each a little gift. I'm not sure what though. Any suggestions?
Pregnancy Highlights:
We still have a lot of little things to wrap up. I've been busy busy busy at work trying to get everything done for the sub. I don't talk about my job too much on here but anyone that is a teacher knows how hard it is to be out. With my twins I took a whole quarter off and since my classes are only a quarter long, it didn't really matter what my sub did with them. This time, I've been with them for the first 2.5 weeks of the quarter and will return the last 2 weeks of the quarter and am trying to make sure they stay on my pace and that grading remains consistent. I have made lesson plans for each day of my absence and created all of the quizzes, tests, and handouts for my entire maternity leave. I'm leaving everything super organized. It's hard leaving my "kids" in the hands of someone else (#controlfreak).
Around the house, I am waiting for Shep's room to be complete. We have a few things to hang on the wall and need to print some pictures for frames. I just ordered his laundry hamper and my mom is making his crib skirt this weekend. I'm scheduling a cleaning service to come to a big deep clean of our home next week. Jay cleaned the shower this past weekend and I actually got upset with him because I want our house to be dirty so that we get our money's worth. haha! I'm also scheduling the dogs to be groomed so that Shep has nice smelling puppies to come home to!
Our bags are almost all packed. I need to do a little ironing on a few of my things and pack last minute items like my toiletries and electronics. I have a few blankets to monogram to take with us. We used all the hospital's gear last time and this time I want to use all the new cute stuff we got for shower gifts! My goal this weekend to make big brother/big sister shirts for the twins to wear to meet Shep.
I talked with the nurse at length yesterday about my c-section. After Tuesday's appointment and NO progress at ALL, we decided to schedule a c-section. Because of IVF we are 100% sure of Shep's due date and feel very comfortable with our decision to deliver 2 days early. My c-section is scheduled for 2:30pm on Wednesday, April 16th. Please keep us in your prayers that everything goes well and that Shep is healthy. I keep reminding myself that I can't rule out NICU time or complications just because he is a full term singleton.
I'm amazed at how scheduling a c-section is just like scheduling a normal surgery. Arrive 2 hours prior, nothing to eat or drink, no nail polish or make up (hmm maybe some foundation will be okay?). I'm supposed to leave all my stuff in the car and just bring my hubby and our camera. With the twins, we stayed in the hospital the night before.
I am soooo excited to meet this new baby but a little nervous about having a newborn again. I just hope and pray that everything goes well. I am saying extra prayers that he is a great eater and I won't have to pump and bottle feed! I am most looking forward to bringing him home and being a family of 5! I thrive on routine and can't wait to settle in with our new little guy. I am excited about introducing the babies and anticipating their reactions to baby Shep. I went to a mom's bible study last night and we had a peditrician guest speaker and she gave me great advice about having really low expectations for their reactions to the baby. She instructed me just to let it be really natural and to let them get to know Shep on their own terms. We're also going to have Shep give them each a little gift. I'm not sure what though. Any suggestions?
Pregnancy Highlights:
Today's Date: Friday, April 11, 2014
How Far Along: 39 weeks
Pregnancy Countdown: 7 days until due date and 5 days until Shep arrives!
Size of baby: Yay! Baby has reached full term. He likely measures around 18.9 to 20.9 inches and weighs about 6.2 to 9.2 pounds. He's gaining about 1/2 ounce each day. Shep is the size of a watermelon.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I've come back down a bit from last time and my weight gain is now 24lbs. I haven't been nearly as hungry and I'm sure that is what is going on. I am so curious to know how big he'll be!
Maternity Clothes: Yup although I did buy a few new lilly shirts for this summer and one of them actually fits me right now! I'm kind of excited to wear something new that I'll also be able to wear after baby too!
Gender: Boy- Arthur Shepherd Carroll
Movement: Yes, but they are small movements. Just some leg pokes to my stomach every now and then. No major rolls or flips. He is head down and I can occasionally feel some punches directed at my hips.
Sleep: Sleeping great!
What I miss: champs! Can't wait for some in the hospital!
Cravings: Nothing really. I did go for some Special K this week for dinner and it was yum!
Symptoms: Really just heartburn and only if I eat before laying down. I haven't earned any additional stretch marks and I didn't use a bit of lotion this time around. My advice would be to save your money! I used so much of the stuff last time and ended up like a zebra and nothing this time! It all depends on how large you get! Belly button is still way in and rings are still on. Thankful that swelling has been minimal!
Best Moment this week: Scheduling our c-section and looking forward to meeting our baby boy!
So close now! Good luck with everything next week - can't wait to see baby Shep! :)
ReplyDeleteThinking about you today! Prayers to your family and for a happy, healthy, safe delivery, and easy recovery!
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