Doctor's appointment

We had a doctor's appointment late this afternoon. It was a quick appointment but everything seems to be right on track. My weight, blood pressure, and protein levels were all normal. We listened to the baby's heartbeat and Dr. Matthews said it was perfect. He also said our baby boy is positioned head down which is wonderful news. That confirms "J" must be practicing his soccer skills as he continues to kick me at the very bottom of my rib cage! The doctor also measured my fundal height (measurement from the pelvis to the top of the uterus) and it was 31 cm, exactly where it is supposed to be. It should roughly be within 1-3 cm of how far along you are so since I am 30-31 weeks, 31 cm is exactly in the range I should be. This is a way the doctor can make sure the baby is developing at a normal rate. I really wanted there to be something more exciting but Dr. Matthews assured me that I want these appointments to be routine and uneventful, which means everything is perfectly normal and right on schedule. We go back next week on Tuesday the 3rd but only to meet with the sonographer for the 3D ultrasound and to get "J"'s picture taken! Our next regular appointment will be on Monday March 9th. I can't believe we are already down to going every two weeks! We are so excited!!!

30 week update

We have a doctor's appointment tomorrow, Monday the 23rd, at 4:00 p.m. and our 3D ultrasound is scheduled for next Tuesday March 3rd! I can't wait to see "J"'s sweet little face. Here is what babycenter.com says about how he is developing:

Your pregnancy: 30 weeks
How your baby's growing: Your baby's about 15.7 inches long now, and he weighs almost 3 pounds (like a head of cabbage). A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds him, but that volume will decrease as he gets bigger and takes up more room in your uterus. His eyesight continues to develop, though it's not very keen; even after he's born, he'll keep his eyes closed for a good part of the day. When he does open them, he'll respond to changes in light but will have 20/400 vision — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from his face. (Normal adult vision is 20/20.)

The bigger "J" gets the more I feel him moving around. I can actually tell his sleeping patterns. Our little guy isn't a morning person and moves around a little when I wake up but doesn't really "wake up" until about 9:30 a.m. He is so active though in the afternoons and evenings. Hmmmmm, I can't imagine where he gets that from! He also moves a lot anytime I eat. This weekend he has had fun jabbing me in my left bottom rib with his foot or elbow, I am not sure which. It doesn't hurt, it either tickles or makes me jump! Thankfully I am still sleeping at least 8 hours a night, which is great. I have been so busy though I need it. I'll write a quick update after the doctor's appointment tomorrow!

Valentine's Day

My wonderful husband brought home the sweetest card, a dozen roses, and then took me to dinner at Blue Goose, one of my favorite mexican restaurants. It was simple and perfect.

Roses, my favorite


Thank you honey!


In a vase

Kim's Birthday!

On Friday February 13th we went to Cosmic Cafe for dinner and then to the bar at the Palomar to celebrate Kim's birthday. I only took a few pictures but we had a great time. I hope you had a fun birthday Kim!

Tiff & Kim

Ashley & Andrea

Attempt at a big self-portrait

Joe & Sean talking

Alli & Anna

29 week update

I was 29 weeks on the 13th! I am going to continue to count the weeks according to the originial May 1st due date even though my doctor assures me I won't "last" that long. We are taking baby bump pictures and the bump is defintely getting big! If anyone really wants to see I will be happy to share, just email me and ask but I would rather not post on the blog. Here is what babycenter.com says about how our baby boy is developing:

How your baby's growing:Your baby now weighs about 2 1/2 pounds (like a butternut squash) and is a tad over 15 inches long from head to heel. His muscles and lungs are continuing to mature, and his head is growing bigger to make room for his developing brain. To meet his increasing nutritional demands, you'll need plenty of protein, vitamins C, folic acid, and iron. And because his bones are soaking up lots of calcium, be sure to drink your milk (or find another good source of calcium, such as cheese, yogurt, or enriched orange juice). This trimester, about 250 milligrams of calcium are deposited in your baby's hardening skeleton each day.

"J" is kicking and moving even more now! There will be times when he will kick and I will jump or it will take my breath away! I am still amazed every time it happens and love feeling him move around. Our next doctor's appointment is Monday February 23rd then we will be going in every two weeks. We will schedule a 3-D ultrasound which I can't wait to see. My doctor said it is best if the ultrasound is done between 28-32 weeks when the baby still has room to move around. I will update again after our appointment on Monday.