1. We have successfully completed childbirth classes. It was a lot of information and I left pretty much every night feeling overwhelmed with it all. But I felt better about it as I let the information sink in. We learned all sorts of stuff - terminology, relaxation/breathing techniques, c-sections, nursing, and baby care. The last night we learned about the c-sections. The entire time I was on the verge of crying. The thought completely terrifies me. I think it is because I have never been hospitalized or have had major surgery before. If we do end up having to have one, I am sure they will give me some nice drugs that will relax me.
2. We toured Fairfax Hospital. It was interesting to see the place where we may deliver but I am not sure it was necessary. Only time will tell. We tour the other hospital in our area, Fair Oaks, on June 13.
3. 31 week OB appointment - Everything is going really well. We had heard a rumor on the hospital tour that c-sections are on the rise, so Josh asked the doctor about it. According to the doctor, that is in fact true. It use to be that the baby had to show signs that there was a problem in order to have a c-section; however, now it is the opposite. The baby needs to prove that everything is alright to not have one. The doctor said that the c-section rate at the hospitals we might deliver at are at or above 40%.
4. We finally purchased Cider's crib and changing table/dresser. Both are set-up in the nursery. We have not finalized their location in the room yet though.
Josh putting together the crib. I am so proud to report that my husband does in fact read and follow directions.
Now that we have the dresser, I have started to put all the clothes, socks, hats, etc into the dresser. Now I need some ideas on how to manage arranging all the items. My thought was to keep the current size items and the next size up in the dresser and the rest in clearly labeled containers in the closest. What has worked best for you? Any suggestions?
More pictures to come once we get things more set up.
5. Last Saturday we had maternity pictures taken. Some are up for preview on Facebook. Just search for Nickerson Studios. I am really excited with the out come. Some of the ones I like the best of our facial expressions, my tummy does not look that pregnant. If you look through the pictures you will see the name that we have decided to go with for sweet Cider once she arrives.
6. We have set up appointments to pick a pediatrician. We do not meet with them until late in June.
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Time is seeming to fly by now. I am still sleeping really well; although, I have increased my usually potty breaks from once a night to twice a night. Luckily I am able to go back to sleep pretty much as soon as my head returns to the pillow. Hopefully Josh will soon be able to do the same. I do feel tired more though. Like I am not getting enough sleep. Cat naps in the afternoon have helped. I also have considered going to bed earlier but I always forget about that until it is too late.
I do think I am getting more emotional. I often feel on the verge of tears which has not been common in the rest of my pregnancy. Usually it only lasts a few minutes and I feel like I return back to normal. For example, here is a conversation between Josh and I:
V: (crying)
J: What's wrong?
V: I am so mad.
J: What are you mad about?
V: I am really mad at you
J: What did I do?
V: No idea. (laughing now about how ridiculous I must sound)
31 week 4 days...
