Happy Halloween 2011

Katie was a ladybug for Halloween this year.

 Paul and I took her to mom's house to do some trick-or-treating. She is still pretty little to understand what is going on, so we only went to a few houses in the cul-de-sac. The first couple of houses we stopped at, Katie was pretty nervous and not sure that she wanted to get whatever it was that was being passed out. However, after a few house, she discovered she had candy in her basket and had gobbled down some M&M's while no one was looking! Then she decided maybe she would go with Daddy to a few more houses to see if she could get some candy! LOL!

Helping Grandma pass out candy

Ready to go!

First House of the Night

Trick or Treat!

Candy Baskets from Grandma

Our Family, Halloween 2011

Katie and Grandma

I can't wait to see what Katie decides to be next year!

22 Months

(As I type that, I get a tightness in my chest even...)

My Baby Boo Bear,

I can't believe that you are already 22 month old! I know that we have been referring to your age as "almost two" for some time now, but we all know that you are still a year and some change, and that makes me feel better.

***This is as far as I got, but I wanted to post what I had! Oops!

Baby Showers for Nathan

We were so very blessed to have had two showers for Baby Nathan.

Tara and Hilda hosted the first shower September 24, 2011 at Apple Annie's. It was such a fun time and everyone made onesies for Nathan to wear.

Apple Annie's Cafe

Me at the Gift Table

Mom making a onesie for Nathan

Onesies by Hilda and Tara

Onesie by Melissa and Bonnie

Onsie by Marilyn, Lindsay and Debbie

Opening up Gifts

Handmade Blanket by my Grandma

Tara, Wendi and Me

The second shower was October 22, 2011 at the Rodriguez Home hosted by Leslie, Noemi and Meghan. I felt so blessed and honored that two of my friends flew in from out of state to help us celebrate.

Me with my yummy cake Nomi made

Mom and Me

Funfetti Cake and Brownies

Playing the Diaper Changing Game

Nathan got lots of cool gifts!

Katie Bug got a gift for Nathan

Tiff, Nomi, Me, Meghan, and Les

Thank you to everyone who has sent us well wishes and given us special gifts to help celebrate and prepare for Nathan's arrival. We have some amazing and selfless friends and family. :)

32 week Appointment (and 5 days)

Weight Gain: +14 lbs per MD
B/P: 118/80
FHR: 155
Fundal Height: 33cm

I had my 32 week appointment today. It went fairly well. Everything is measuring where it should be and I haven't had any trouble with my blood pressure or protein in my urine. Dr. A had me recheck my glucose tolerance test because I was just under the cutoff at 28 weeks. I also had to have my labs collected again to check if I am anemic, verify my blood type, ect. I won't see her again until almost 36 weeks. She said we will probably check my cervix at that time since I have been having so many contractions. I have an ultrasound a week before that appointment, and they should also be able to see if I am dilating.

I have been having more migraines lately. Also, I am still nauseated. I actually threw up before I left for my appointment. Seems like I am able to keep from throwing up if I take my Zofran, though. I am feeling super tired this trimester, and am ready to be at home getting ready for Nathan and playing with Katie.

31 week ultrasound

Weight: +12 lbs
B/P: 112/50 (It's always lower at the specialist for some reason)
Fundal Height: We don't measure
FHR: 142

I had a growth ultrasound today to check on Nathan with my perinatologist. He is doing really well and measures at 31w3d (I am 31w1d). They estimate his weight at 3 lbs 13 oz, which is in the 45 percentile. His head is all the way down right next to my cervix and the technician had to measure his thigh bone up by my bra strap...I am thinking Nathan is going to be a long fellow. :) 

I have been having a lot of contractions and cervical pressure, as I mentioned, but my cervix is CLOSED! Yay! I am really excited to meet Nathan, but not for at least six more weeks. He needs time to bake.