Getting Stuff Done!

Posted by Me Thu, 07 Dec 2006 21:42:00 GMT

The last few days have just whizzed by. I had my Baby Shower last Saturday and that was a lot of fun. My MIL & SIL did a wonderful job organizing it and Jack got a lot of cool stuff. That kid will be styled out when he arrives. :) I am touched by everyone’s excitement. Some of the nurses from the Fertility Center came to the Shower and that was really great. They were so nice to me while we were going through all the IVF stuff and it was nice to catch up with them.

The rest of the weekend was spent organizing things for the nursery and doing a few loads of laundry. Monday I freaked out a little since I woke up more swollen than I was used to. I took my blood pressure which seemed all well and the swelling did go down after I took a shower and such. I did gain more weight which wasn’t all that great to see on the scale but nothing to write home about I guess.

On Wednesday, we had another appointment with Dr. H. My blood pressure was a little high (well, high for me) but I think I was particularly nervous and I didn’t like the nurse who took it. I wasn’t used to her. Also, right before, I had to step on the scale and it was confirmed that I gained 4 lbs since the last appointment! Yowzers! Considering my high blood pressure reading, they had me pee in a cup to check that no protein was in there. Luckily, there wasn’t so all was ok. Dr. H came in and said though my blood pressure reading was high for me – it wasn’t high enough to be of concern. Overall, I measured right on target and currently in line with an average baby. Jack’s heartbeat was nice and strong at 138 bpm.

Dr. H took his time to answer all of my questions. I have felt more bruised around areas near my belly button and wanted to mention it. He said that that is normal since a lot of stretching is going on and that can cause the aches and pains. Also, I wanted to check that my weight gain is in check and he said it was. As long I haven’t drastically changed my diet, they aren’t too concerned about the weight gain. He said that the main thing they are concerned about is that baby is moving appropriately. He gave me a Kick Count Flow Sheet to record my checks and told us that if we notice any decrease or changes to give the office a call or go straight to L&D at the hospital. So far, Jack has been thumping away and I sure hope he continues that way. :)

Tonight we have a Basic Infant Care class at the hospital. Hopefully, it will be interesting and informative. We have a Breastfeeding class next Tuesday and that should be it as far as any classes we signed up for.

Other than baby, I have been busy working and getting the stuff set for X-mas. I am nearly there with all the gift stuff and slowly but surely getting ready for Jack’s arrival. I have to admit it’s been harder to get around or sleep for that matter now that there is more of me. Jack has not dropped yet so breathing is still tough and the heartburn is at an all-time high!

I need to get back into my walking regiment. I have been a bit neglectful of all that since I get so tired at the end of the day. I get up about 2-3 times a night just to pee and then tossing & turning the rest of the night. It’s all good though – as I have been saying before – I don’t care how uncomfortable I am as long as Jack is healthy and happy. Nothing (and I mean NOTHING) else matters. :)

We go back to Dr H’s in about 2 weeks for another check-up. I hope everything checks out ok and my blood pressure stays ok that time. Maybe I’ll get used to the new nurse and won’t freak out. :) Once can only hope. Hopefully, I won’t break the scale either! LOL :)

Anyways, that’s the update. I have some things to return at Babies R Us this weekend and a few more things to organize this weekend – in addition to all the regular household chores that have been neglected. Never-ending stuff, I tell you! :)

I hope everyone is staying happy and safe during this crazy month filled with holiday stuff! It’s weird to think that we have about 8 weeks more to go before Jack could potentially makes his debut! Crazy! I am still worried which I know will never stop – I just hope all goes ok and Jack makes it into the world safely.