What was once our computer/extra room, is now transforming into a baby girl's room. I can't even explain how crazy (in a good way) it is to walk by the open door to see a crib standing there. We've had her crib and changing table for about a month now and for the first two weeks I would sit in her room for hours, just staring. I couldn't believe that MY child would be sleeping and playing in that room. My baby, OUR baby, we are going to be parents! This is what I've been dreaming of since I was a young girl, becoming a mother. Most little girls dream of becoming singers, teachers, doctors... I dreamed of being a mother. My world wouldn't feel complete if I never had children, that is why I am so thankful that God gave me this opportunity. Not a day goes by that I don't thank him for this wonderful gift. Every time I feel her move, I am reminded how blessed I am, how blessed we are!
Anyway, I got a little off track, back to the nursery.
Before we started decorating her room, I told my Hubby that I want it to be a beautiful and fun space, but I don't want it to break the bank. I feel that anyone can create an amazing space, perfect for them, without spending a million dollars. Hello: thrift stores, craigslist, yard sales and clearance aisles!
I want to show everyone that it's not only possible, but quite easy to create a beautiful and fun nursery by being a thrifty shopper. Stay tuned for future Project: Nursery posts, with pictures :)
Hope you all are having a wonderful day! It's my lunch time so I'm going to scarf my left-overs then hit up a couple thrift stores, I hope to find some good stuff!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
Mother's Day
I hope all of you wonderful Mommy's had a great Mother's Day weekend!
Since I'm technically not a mother yet I wasn't really expecting to get any special treatment for the day. But I guess it was Mother's-to-be Day in our house yesterday! When I woke up, I walked into the living room and the Hub was arranging the most beautiful bunch of flowers. I was really surprised because I knew he hadn't left the house that morning and the flowers weren't laying around the day before. He told me later that he hid them in the garage, sneaky! I thought that was my Mother's Day treat, but he wasn't done yet. He made me my favorite cranberry-orange breakfast bread and coffee and we sat in our pajamas and talked about Sienna for a while, it was perfect. After we drank our coffee, he went into the kitchen and told me not to look at what he was preparing. He pulled out a couple bags from the fridge that he had previously told me not to look in. A short while later he brought out the most delicious looking fruit and chocolate fondue breakfast! He got major points for that because for the last week I have been talking about how I've been craving chocolate dipped fruit. We started chowing down and I realized that he had cut the fruit into heart-shaped pieces, his awesome hubby points were of the chart at that point! We spent the rest of the day lounging around and in the evening we had a date night in with dinner and a movie. Everything was so yummy, so relaxed and romantic, it was such a perfect Mommy-to-be Day :)
Since I'm technically not a mother yet I wasn't really expecting to get any special treatment for the day. But I guess it was Mother's-to-be Day in our house yesterday! When I woke up, I walked into the living room and the Hub was arranging the most beautiful bunch of flowers. I was really surprised because I knew he hadn't left the house that morning and the flowers weren't laying around the day before. He told me later that he hid them in the garage, sneaky! I thought that was my Mother's Day treat, but he wasn't done yet. He made me my favorite cranberry-orange breakfast bread and coffee and we sat in our pajamas and talked about Sienna for a while, it was perfect. After we drank our coffee, he went into the kitchen and told me not to look at what he was preparing. He pulled out a couple bags from the fridge that he had previously told me not to look in. A short while later he brought out the most delicious looking fruit and chocolate fondue breakfast! He got major points for that because for the last week I have been talking about how I've been craving chocolate dipped fruit. We started chowing down and I realized that he had cut the fruit into heart-shaped pieces, his awesome hubby points were of the chart at that point! We spent the rest of the day lounging around and in the evening we had a date night in with dinner and a movie. Everything was so yummy, so relaxed and romantic, it was such a perfect Mommy-to-be Day :)
Friday, May 6, 2011
Dear Sienna
My baby Love,
I can't get you off of my mind, you're all I think about. You move so much, so you're always reminding me that you're right here with me. Every morning I'm woken up by your movements, as if you are saying, "Good morning Mommy". I love it so much, it makes it hard to get out of bed. I lay there with my hands on my belly feeling you, you amaze me. Mornings are our special time together, just you and me. I talk to you and try to imagine what you are thinking, what you look like, what it will be like to finally hold you in my arms and to see your sweet face. It's amazing to think that we are only separated by a couple of inches. I'm taking good care of you baby girl. Your Daddy and I are so excited to meet you! Oh, by the way, you have the best Daddy in the world! He is SO in love with you, he's always making me cry with the sweet things he says about you. Our world will be complete when you're finally here.
I love you.
♥ your Mama
I can't get you off of my mind, you're all I think about. You move so much, so you're always reminding me that you're right here with me. Every morning I'm woken up by your movements, as if you are saying, "Good morning Mommy". I love it so much, it makes it hard to get out of bed. I lay there with my hands on my belly feeling you, you amaze me. Mornings are our special time together, just you and me. I talk to you and try to imagine what you are thinking, what you look like, what it will be like to finally hold you in my arms and to see your sweet face. It's amazing to think that we are only separated by a couple of inches. I'm taking good care of you baby girl. Your Daddy and I are so excited to meet you! Oh, by the way, you have the best Daddy in the world! He is SO in love with you, he's always making me cry with the sweet things he says about you. Our world will be complete when you're finally here.
I love you.
♥ your Mama
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Right now
I feel REALLY pregnant! My belly button hurts and I'm daydreaming of my fluffy bed and a long nap :)
I am 23 weeks pregnant, only 17 more weeks to go! At our last midwife appointment I learned that I've gained 10 pounds so far, she said that I have around 20 more pounds to go, whoa! Our baby girl is doing well and growing as expected. I am doing fantastic too, no sickness and eating well. However, I've been pretty tired the last few days. I'm starting to walk slower, breath heavier and feel exhausted more often. I try not complain and just suck it up. Luckily, the Hub is noticing that something is up so he's really helped out a lot! In the past couple days he has cleaned both bathrooms (including the tubs, toilets and floors!), helped with laundry, ran errands, he's doing so great!
My little lady is kicking more than ever! Yesterday, I'm pretty sure I experienced Braxton Hicks contractions for the first time. It seems way too early for me to get them, I'm only 23 weeks! So I did some research this morning, this is what I found:
What are Braxton Hicks contractions?
Braxton Hicks contractions can begin as early as the second trimester, however they are most common in the third trimester. The muscles of your uterus tighten for approximately 30 to 60 seconds or as long as 2 minutes. Braxton Hicks are also called “practice contractions” because they will prepare you for the real thing and you can practice the breathing exercises you are learning in your childbirth classes.
Braxton Hicks are described as:
Irregular in intensity
Infrequent
Unpredictable
Non-rhythmic
More uncomfortable than painful
They do not increase in intensity, or frequency
They taper off and then disappear altogether
What causes Braxton Hicks contractions?
There are a few speculations for why women have these contractions. Some physicians and midwives think they may play a part in toning the uterine muscle and promoting the flow of blood to the placenta. They are not believed to have any connection with dilating the cervix, but may have some effect on the softening of the cervix. However, as Braxton Hicks contractions become more intense closer to the time of delivery, the contractions are considered false labor, which can help in the dilation and effacement process.
What triggers Braxton Hicks contractions?
The following are triggers of Braxton Hicks:
When you or the baby are very active
If someone touches your belly
When your bladder is full
After sex
Dehydration
Sienna was extremely active all day yesterday, I'm sure that is what triggered the contractions. When I got home from work, I had Isaac feel her kicks and movements. He couldn't believe how hard her kicks were and how much she was twisting and turning, pretty much non-stop for hours at a time. She seems a bit more calm today so hopefully I'll have a comfortable day, with no Braxton Hicks contractions :)
I am 23 weeks pregnant, only 17 more weeks to go! At our last midwife appointment I learned that I've gained 10 pounds so far, she said that I have around 20 more pounds to go, whoa! Our baby girl is doing well and growing as expected. I am doing fantastic too, no sickness and eating well. However, I've been pretty tired the last few days. I'm starting to walk slower, breath heavier and feel exhausted more often. I try not complain and just suck it up. Luckily, the Hub is noticing that something is up so he's really helped out a lot! In the past couple days he has cleaned both bathrooms (including the tubs, toilets and floors!), helped with laundry, ran errands, he's doing so great!
My little lady is kicking more than ever! Yesterday, I'm pretty sure I experienced Braxton Hicks contractions for the first time. It seems way too early for me to get them, I'm only 23 weeks! So I did some research this morning, this is what I found:
What are Braxton Hicks contractions?
Braxton Hicks contractions can begin as early as the second trimester, however they are most common in the third trimester. The muscles of your uterus tighten for approximately 30 to 60 seconds or as long as 2 minutes. Braxton Hicks are also called “practice contractions” because they will prepare you for the real thing and you can practice the breathing exercises you are learning in your childbirth classes.
Braxton Hicks are described as:
Irregular in intensity
Infrequent
Unpredictable
Non-rhythmic
More uncomfortable than painful
They do not increase in intensity, or frequency
They taper off and then disappear altogether
What causes Braxton Hicks contractions?
There are a few speculations for why women have these contractions. Some physicians and midwives think they may play a part in toning the uterine muscle and promoting the flow of blood to the placenta. They are not believed to have any connection with dilating the cervix, but may have some effect on the softening of the cervix. However, as Braxton Hicks contractions become more intense closer to the time of delivery, the contractions are considered false labor, which can help in the dilation and effacement process.
What triggers Braxton Hicks contractions?
The following are triggers of Braxton Hicks:
When you or the baby are very active
If someone touches your belly
When your bladder is full
After sex
Dehydration
Sienna was extremely active all day yesterday, I'm sure that is what triggered the contractions. When I got home from work, I had Isaac feel her kicks and movements. He couldn't believe how hard her kicks were and how much she was twisting and turning, pretty much non-stop for hours at a time. She seems a bit more calm today so hopefully I'll have a comfortable day, with no Braxton Hicks contractions :)
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