Boy Did I Lose Track of Time…
It seems I’ve completely lost track of time! I’ve been writing, but I’ve just noticed that I haven’t updated my blog much at all this month. I guess my mind’s been busy with baby stuff! :)
My doctor visits have all been normal and the baby still has a strong heartbeat and I’m gaining the right amount of weight – although every person who finds out how far along I am still feels the need to tell me how “tiny” I look. It’s getting a little tiring feeling like I have to apologize for appearing small when both the baby and I are actually right on track. I’m at 36 and a half weeks, but when most people find out my due date they give me a look like they don’t believe me. It’s exhausting and my forced smile is wearing a little thin; I shouldn’t have to defend myself for being healthy.
Anyway, our (okay, mostly “my”) days have been filled with nesting, which is the main reason I’ve spent less time on the computer lately. I’ve rearranged closets and dressers to make room for baby in our temporary abode (as it is now quite certain that we won’t get into our own home until after her birth) and we’ve been putting together furniture and I’ve done countless loads of laundry to wash 0-3 month clothes, receiving blankets, burp cloths, towels, washcloths and blankets. There’s a changing table and bassinet along one wall of the bedroom now, which is, honestly, a little strange to see. The stroller/travel system has been put together, the car seat base strapped in, and the bouncer assembled just this afternoon.
There’s not much left to do except pack the hospital bag. Of course, just today the doctor told me I haven’t begun to dilate, so really, I’m not in a huge hurry, but I’ll probably do it soon just so it’s done. And I have to catch up on my blog – so you should see a few reviews of some of those assembled baby contraptions, among other things.
Tags: Mommy Blogs, pregnancy
February 19th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Oh honey, don’t feel bad, people thought I was about to pop by the time I was 7 months pregnant because I was so big. Everyone carries differently :) And by the way, the nesting doesn’t stop after the baby comes!
February 21st, 2010 at 8:14 pm
LOL – I certainly hope the nesting doesn’t end when she gets here, cause I’ve still got a whole house to unpack! …not looking forward to that!