First Baby Buy

Today we got our carpets cleaned and I needed something to occupy my time after Jesse went to work. So, I went "baby browsing" with the full intention of picking up a bouncer or swing or something fun for the baby.  Baby browsing has become my all time favorite thing to do yet, I never end up getting anything. For the first baby buy I wanted to get the best bouncer, or cutest playmat, or the most versatile swing but then there's so much to choose from that I usually end up leaving the store empty handed. Not today...nope...I actually bought something that I know the baby will appreciate...diapers!! 

I've been told by many people now that when they were expecting, they bought a package or two every payday and they were so thankful they did, so that's what I'm starting to do (better late than never right?) Even though I don't know how many diapers of each size we'll need, I'm buying a variety of sizes and brands and keeping the receipts in case we end up buying too much of a certain kind. Diapers weren't exactly on my top list of items to first buy the baby but I think it's a smart choice! Now lets pray that s/he isn't allergic to disposable diapers :o{


Also, next Wednesday is our next doctors appointment when we'll be able to schedule the BIG ultrasound (boy or girl). We don't know if it will be the same day (doubtful), week, or if we'll have to wait another week but I'll keep everyone posted once we get back from the appointment.


Also, (and this isn't baby related) but I've started the process of getting Idaho certified.  Last summer I came across a couple open secondary history positions in Twin Falls and Burley but wasn't able to apply because I wasn't Idaho certified. Bummer, I know. This year I'm hoping by becoming Idaho certified I'll broaden my opportunities and finally land a teaching job. It will most definitely be a hectic summer if I do but worth it.   

5 Month Checkup

Today was our 5 month checkup. Everything went as it normally does...blood pressure, urine sample, check the heartbeat, measure my uterus...tell us that we have to wait THREE MORE WEEKS FOR AN UTRASOUND!! We should get a record for the couple who had to wait the longest to find out the sex of their baby. Our doctor is extremely old fashioned and won't budge with this "not another ultrasound 'till 24 weeks." We had our fingers crossed just hoping he would give us an order for one and nothing. So we go back in on March 3rd for another checkup and then the nurse will schedule the ultrasound. I wasn't happy to hear the news but Jesse REALLY wasn't happy. We got in the car and he said "why even have an ultrasound that late....what's the point?" He's so rational when he's angry ;o) but despite our frustration, we're not going to be babies about it. I mean really, 3 weeks isn't going to kill us.  Other than that, the appointment went well. Everything is as normal as it can be. S/he is still moving around in there everyday so I know s/he's ok.

Half Way There

I can't believe I'm 20 weeks along already.  An exciting thing happened....I FINALLY felt the baby, without a doubt, last night. I've been waiting and waiting and it finally happened.  I was laying on the couch and felt a small "twitch."  At first I thought it might just be gas :o} but it kept happening. It didn't feel like a flutter like the books said it would. It was more like a stomach spasm...kinda. I was just so happy that I finally felt Chicken Little and I know s/he is ok and moving around.

After this exciting milestone, I thought it would be a good idea to get a baby journal to log all of this stuff so we can share it with the baby later on.  Jesse & I went to Hastings today and bought "A Wish Upon A Star" keepsake journal. There's spots to put sonogram photos, baby shower pictures, information about the pregnancy, the homecoming, etc.

I can definitely feel a difference from last week to this week. My stomach feels twice the size and much more firm.  My back has also started to take a toll.  I haven't experienced any swelling in the hands and feet yet but I feel those are the next to go!  Here's a belly picture for week 20. 

We've also been looking around at baby gear and finally created a registry at Walmart...well...I did, and just asked Jesse if he liked the stuff I picked out.  Walmart seemed to have the best selection and the best prices but between butt paste and bottle warmers, we had no idea where to start so I asked the moms on Facebook to help me out with the essentials. 

We go to the doctor on the 12th and we have our fingers crossed that he will give us an order for an ultrasound. We're getting impatient and want to know the sex of the baby...NOW!!  As you can see from the last post, the gender poll is tied. Just as many people think it's a girl as well as a boy.  I like the idea of both. I think it would be great to have a boy for Jesse to have a hunting buddy and for Grandpa Mark to have a farming buddy.  I think it'd be great to have a girl because they're so much fun to shop for :o). 

Either way we have names picked out for both.  If it's a girl, we like Avery Jo (for Josephine, Jesse's mom) and Isabelle Monet.  Avery is a name that Jesse came up with and has loved since we got together...and yes, it's after the hunting brand.  We've struggled a little with the boy names but if it's a boy, we like Brennan Karl (after Jesse's dad).  We have yet to find a first name that we like that goes with Mark but are open to suggestions!