As I looked back at the last 2 blog posts, I noticed that they were both about how busy we have been lately. Apparently the baby wants to join in on the fun! Last week I had our 34 week appointment and everything was great. Then, the next day, I noticed some changes and new sensations. I called the doctor, but they didn't seem too concerned and just told me to go home and take it east that night. The next day, however, I was still feeling like things weren't quite right. So on Friday afternoon, I went to the doctor and found that the baby appears to be in a rush to join us! They sent us to the hospital to be monitored and everything looks good, she is just on her own schedule apparently. (Is this a sign of what's to come??)
I was sent home from the hospital with orders of taking it easy, laying around with my feet up for the weekend and no work this week. That meant that I was not able to attend any of the Halloween parties which I was bummed out about, but I was feeling great - probably because I got some rest! On Monday I went back to the doctor and received the news that all still looks good, however I do need to stay home and take it easy for 2 weeks until we're considered full term. At that point, I will go back to work and baby will arrive whenever she's ready! So now that I know it's not bed rest indefinitely, I hope to be able to enjoy my quiet time before our lives are completely turned around!
Even though I was supposed to be taking it easy this weekend, I was still able to participate in some low key events. On Friday night my sister came in town for my shower that she organized and hosted. So on Saturday morning my mom, sister and one brother came over for breakfast - as our breakfast out plans had changed. It was a lovely time getting to visit with them since we thought it may be hard to really talk at the shower. Then in the afternoon, friends Stefanie and Josh came over with their baby, Abby. She is almost 4 months and WOW how she has changed. She is now making eye contact, giggling, and doing some babbling. Her little personality is starting to show. I am hopeful that our little one is as content and happy as Abby! Sammy also enjoyed Abby's visit and they even had a conversation at one point. It was amusing to see the barking/babbling conversation between the 2 of them! Maggie, on the other hand, seemed a little nervous about the little baby. I'm sure once she's around one on a daily basis she'll get more comfortable around babies!
On Sunday, my sister threw me my first baby shower. I had a great time and it was so nice to see so many of my family members all at once. It was a great shower. My sister did an amazing job! The decor was adorable, the food was great and the games were perfect! I received so many adorable and thoughtful gifts! I felt so overwhelmed by the show of love from my amazing family and the sadness that I don't see my sister as much as I would like. The range of emotion, the news of baby possibly coming soon and the exhaustion I am feeling these days got the best of me. I was an emotional wreck on Sunday night, good thing I have such an understanding and supportive husband. I love you Patrick!!
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| ADORABLE and DELICIOUS cake! |
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| Me with soon to be aunt Karen! |
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| Soon to be grandma and me! |
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| Grandma Barb and Aunt Karen |
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| Grandma Val |
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| Great Grandma Velda! |
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| Aunts Katie and Laura |
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| Harrisons! |
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| Best sister in the world and me! |
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| Aunt Karen and me! |
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| Soon to be...great grandma, grandma, mom and baby : ) |
On a non-baby note, we had a great Halloween! The dogs had new costumes and looked great! We had lots of trick-or-treaters and had to close up shop at 7:30 so we could eat dinner. I love that there are so many kids around the neighborhood on Halloween and I love the sounds of Halloween. There's always so much laughing and happy noises!
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| A beautiful butterfly! |
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| Sammy is the king of the foressssst (as said by the cowardly lion : ) ) |
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| My pumpkin |
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| Patrick's pumpkin |
The rest of the week doesn't hold much for me as I'm supposed to hang out at home and relax, but I am looking forward to my other shower next weekend with friends!
More to come!
The Harrisons
Hey guys!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the shower photos! I had a fun time with you and was so happy to be able to throw a little pre-baby celebration! I miss you too...let's be sure to keep scheduling lots of visits. Until then though, keep cookin' that little pumpkin!
Much love,
Karen