Today we had our weekly doctor appointment and our wonderful doctor let David help listen to the baby’s heartbeat and it was all so smooth and nice. I love my doctor and I hope she’s the one on call when the little one is coming. Either way, I am glad I had her through this pregnancy.
We wanted to take some flower shots in the neighborhood since things are finally blooming for spring. We spent the rest of the day mostly resting and not getting too much done.
A quiet day for David and I. Both of us playing, relaxing, watching some TV and resting. I had a short to-do list today but even that didn’t get done. Oh well. I am trying to cut myself slack especially since I am having contractions each time I get up. All is ok overall. I had intended to catch up on some of my art while I was on maternity but haven’t been able to so far. Let’s see if tomorrow looks more promising.
As part of getting ready for the baby, my sister and I put together the pack’n’play I had bought for David. This is exactly where David spent his first six weeks and, if all goes well, little baby will spend his or her first weeks here, too. The boppy was a present but the other two pillows are the best new mother thing I ever got. They are called “My Breast Friend” and they are by far the very best nursing pillow I’ve ever owned. When new mom-to-bes ask me what they should get, I ask them if they plan on nursing. If they do, I tell them they must, have to, get this pillow. It’s worth its weight in gold. I have two because I used to keep one at home and one in the car at all times.
One of the things I was very nervous about the first time around was nursing. I wanted to make sure I could nurse and felt scared and insecure. But I was also determined. I am happy to say I got to do it for a long long time, so it’s one less worry this time around. I know that, assuming all goes well, I will be able nurse this little one, too.
Today is the last day of school for David for ten days. He’s off for Passover and since I am home on maternity, I decided he doesn’t need to go to camp so we’ll be spending the next ten days together. Let’s see how it goes.
A rather odd day today. I feel calmer than I have in a while but I am in quite a bit of pain on and off. I wonder if the baby is getting ready to come a bit sooner than planned. I guess we’ll see. At least we’re 99% ready, except for my hospital bag and some names. Specifically boy names. Oh well, I’m sure we’ll figure something out.
Happy Wednesday!
Here’s David with his “Silly Mommy” looks. I love him so.
Today is declared a day of rest. I plan to do nothing but lie on the couch and watch TV. Some little stuff might get done but no pressure. That’s the plan.
Almost caught up. My sister left last night. While I was tired all week, I really loved having her here. She helped us pick a house, she washed all of the baby’s clothes and setup the bed for me, she cooked for us every night, and she put up with my crazy. And trust me, I’ve been crazy. I miss her already. Thank you, Yona, so much for coming!
Today was a day of errands. I got the baby’s car seat installed, I confirmed we’re set for the hospital and for maternity pay, I paid my bills, and just tied all the loose ends, so I can relax now. David’s school is on vacation starting Wednesday night so I have two more days just to myself and I plan to make the most of them.
Here’s David in one of the boxes that used to hold baby clothes, wathcing Batman. Cutie pie!
This is the first time I asked him to smile and he just did. Not a funny smile but a nice, authentic one.
Finally a photo of Yona and David. This is from an hour-long fun session they had blowing kisses at each other and catching them. I cannot tell you the squeals and joyful noises David made through this time. It was truly awesome.
This is the only shot I got of these beautiful tulips. Look at the patch of green inside these? So so stunning.
David, looking through a “binocular” he made at school. “It makes it all pink,” he tells me.
Another school shot. David looking at an art project that greeted him in the morning. I am often jealous of the fantastic school experience he gets to have. I am so happy for him and so glad we’re able to send him to such a good school.
Ok, it’s finally time to catch up. In the spirit of catching up I am just going to post the photos and write a few lines.
This is from school, a typical face David likes to make that makes me smile.
His first day back at school since Yona arrived, David couldn’t wait to show her off to all of his friends. He also had to show off his new Spiderman socks which he was so excited about, I don’t think he kept his shoes on for most of the schoolday.
We did one final tour of houses and I think we’re getting close to narrowing down our choices. It’s exciting and scary all at the same time. I am also starting to feel really exhausted because I literally do not sleep for more than 20 mins at a time now and I cannot function most of the day. So I am not sure what the plan will be for the next three weeks before the little one’s due to arrive but I am trying to take it easy and nap a lot and do tiny bits of work in between.
Happy Monday!
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