So, this little guy is getting big! And he's moving and groovin! He is pretty chill most of the day, and once I am vertical or in a reclined position, he likes to play and stretch. On May 6th, I think I pulled out my back. I was in a lot of pain, and was concerned that it was more than just muscle pain. So late in the evening, I called my doctor's office for the after-hours advice, and the recording said to call Labor and Delivery. So I called Labor and Delivery, thinking they would be able to answer my questions. (And tell me I was fine, and to kick up my feet and drink more water.) But of course, they can only tell you that you should come in and be monitored. WHAT?!? I knew I wasn't in labor. But we decided to be on the safe side since the pain was really strong, and I felt it in the front and the back. Ben and I had a nice trial run of how to get to the hospital for when the real time comes. We went to the hospital, and they monitored me, told me I wasn't in labor and sent me home feeling really stupid. haha... I will say that we did have some laughs in the hospital. Ben and I sure get silly in these types of situations. He has always known how to make me laugh. I think it became a game for him.... to see how high my laughs would register on the contraction machine. haha!
On May 8th, I had a routine doctor's appointment, and I talked to my doctor about my fun hospital experience. I did a lot of resting. Solid resting, and the pain slowly went away. John's heartbeat sounded good, in the 140's as usual. I measured 30 cm, and weight 155. Not bad. I did talk to my doctor about my lovely eczema on my face. She said to leave it alone, and see if it goes away, or she can give me a topical steroid. This is a new experience for my face. Not glowing with this pregnancy! haha.
Life is good. Jacob and Eve are darling, and I am a blessed woman. I have to repeat that to myself when I'm uncomfortable in our 85 degree house. Our air-conditioner decided it would rather not work, and of course they need to "order a part." The past few days have been miserably hot and sweaty and it makes me want to sit still and just sweat. When the air conditioner is fixed, I think I will get the spring back in my step!
I've been so antsy lately. I have the nesting urges, and I can't seem to find the time to get the cleaning and preparing done. I did settle on a crib for John. (after many sleepless nights. ugh.) I picked the IKEA Gulliver. We've spent so much money on the first two cribs, that I wanted to try and get a better deal. IKEA's cribs are highly rated, sturdy, and they finally offer shipping options. I also picked out a crib skirt and some fabric to make him a blanket. I want to set up a mini nursery in the corner of our bedroom, since I've never been able to do a full nursery. Nonetheless, I am sorting and shopping, and cleaning. I can't wait till I'm officially READY.
Until then, I will commit to taking more pictures of my belly!
