38 weeks

Went to the doctor on Monday and there has not been much change as far as getting closer to delivery.  I asked if they could do something to help, but there is a new rule in place as far as induction.  Now they will not do anything that would potentially start labor until 39 weeks, unless it is medically necessary.  I am not a happy camper.  They did tell me if things looked better on Monday we could discuss an induction on May 3.  I am seriously praying.  Anyways baby girl is doing great :) She is as happy as a clam.  Since this is the last blog for the class I will let you know her name.  Her name is going to be Lacy Rose Burris!!!!

37 Week Visit

Well not much change this week only another cm dilated.  I think baby girl was just teasing me last week.  I am hoping she stays in till May 3 so I get the doctor I want to deliver her.  I am sure now that I have said that she may come but there is no telling.  Sleeping is impossible these days.  I just lie there and let my mind run wild with what has to be done.  I am not napping in the afternoon but still find myself awake at midnight or later.  She is also moving like crazy.  She cannot really kick at this point for lack of room but she is strong and there are times I think she may break my ribs.  15 more days till my due date and then the fun begins with a 2 year old and a newborn.

Yesterday was my last day of nannying.  It was a bitter sweet day.  I am very glad to be at home now so I can tie up all of my loose ends and work on making burp cloths.  Ever since I decided to go with cloth diapers I have found myself finding other ways to save money.  With Alexis we just used plain jane burp cloths that were not really worth much as far as absorbency, so I decided to make my own that are not only more absorbent but super cute in the process.  Yes it is taking up a bit more time but in the long run they will be totally worth it. 

I have also started a collection of the gDiaper cloth diapers.  They are just too cute and I cannot wait to put them on baby girl.  Hopefully I will learn quickly as to how to put them on correctly to avoid leaks. I am up to the challenge.  Hubby is not looking forward to them but he is excited because I am excited.

Small gDiapers

                                                                  Medium gDiapers

CRAZY Week

WOW this week has been nuts.  I had my 36 week routine prenatal visit and was told to not do anything to put my self in labor.  My doctor told me this because my body is officially starting to prepare its self for delivery.  I know that this may not make sense to some of you but I am 50% effaced (meaning my cervix has gone from about 4 inches thick to 2 inches) and I am 1 cm dilated.  Effacement normally takes longer than dilation.  So I was like super she will be here early.
Well Tuesday night while in class I started having contractions (not Braxton hicks) these things hurt.  They started to come in regular intervals and I thought she may arrive that night or the next morning.  Let me say this before I go any further, I still have yet to get everything ready for Alexis to stay with my parents while I am in the hospital and pack my bag for the hospital.  Needless to say I need to get that done ASAP.  Thankfully the contractions slowed and finally stopped.  Thank God :)
So yesterday I was just walking around with Alexis and her friend Clara around the block and the contractions started up yet again so  thankfully this time they were erratic and stopped after 45 minutes. I have discovered that if I truly want her here soon I can just start walking a a good pace for a while and most likely put myself into labor.  I am trying to stay away form bed rest.  I go back to the doctor on Tuesday so we shall see how much I have progressed :).
I have also started craving strawberry shortcake like crazy and steak.  It sure makes for an expensive craving but it is SOOOOOO Good.  On the plus side in two weeks I have only gained 1 pound :)

36 Weeks :)

Nursery is put together!!!!

Since I finally got to take a break form the doctor's office this week there has been major progress made in Baby Girl's nursery.  I got home today and Hubby surprised me with the wall decals being up and the crib and night stand put together.  It makes me so happy to finally see my vision coming into a reality.

Baby girl is growing like crazy.  I am down to 30 days till my due date. Yikes where has the time gone?  I am starting to get uncomfortable and I know it is only get more uncomfortable till she arrives.  I am still treasuring every movement since I know this is or last.

Not the best picture but here is the belly at 36 weeks!!!