Yesterday we went in for our 32 week ultrasound and check up. Happy to report that baby is healthy and growing. Based on the measurements, they're estimating another good sized bambino - we're already measuring at the size of a 33 week baby. If he or she comes on time, no more ultrasounds. Which made me momentarily sad until I realized that means we're going to get to meet your little one in just 8 weeks!
While in the ultrasound room, the technician asked if we'd like to see a 4D image. I've never had a desire to have a 4D ultrasound. Because of the blur when the baby moves, to me they look like mutant aliens. She offered to turn it on and then switch it off if we were disturbed by the images. But instead I burst into tears when she caught the baby holding still for a second and we saw his or her little face. This baby looks exactly like Nate. Aaron promised to scan the image in this week and then we'll share.
Other findings from the ultrasound - lots of hair and a mover/talker. Baby is still head down which is always good news.
The ultrasound was followed up by an uneventful appointment with Dr. Resta. Heartbeat is 150 bpm.
In Nate news, he continues to amuse and entertain us daily. This morning he was lagging behind as I was trying to get us downstairs to get out the door. I was bribing him with a toy I was holding so I said, "Nate, come see what Mom has for you." Without hesitation he shouted, "Is it money???"
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Friday, October 19, 2012
3 Days
As previously mentioned, I participated in the Komen 3-Day for the Cure last weekend. There aren't really words that can explain what it was like. My teammate Amanda wrote this beautiful tribute to her experience. And although I'm one of those people she refers to at the finish line, one of the lucky ones with my Mom there to hug me and tell me how proud she was, Amanda's words touch on the overall experience of the event. It's money for a great cause, but it's also about the shocking realization just how many people are impacted. I invite you to read Amanda's blog, she says it far better than I ever could. http://www.amandaswalk.blogspot.com/2012/10/zero-to-sixty.html
Now onto the Nate part of the weekend. Nate loved every minute of having Grandma visit. I'm fairly confident there wasn't a single, "Mommy?" while I was away. It was adorable, and heartbreaking, on our way home from closing ceremonies. He just kept looking at the empty seat next to him, tearfully asking where Grandma was. I told him she had to go home to Ohio because Papa needs her. His response, "Nate needs Grandma." Sure you do, Buddy. Who else is going to let you drink chocolate milk and watch endless episodes of Curious George?
Now onto the Nate part of the weekend. Nate loved every minute of having Grandma visit. I'm fairly confident there wasn't a single, "Mommy?" while I was away. It was adorable, and heartbreaking, on our way home from closing ceremonies. He just kept looking at the empty seat next to him, tearfully asking where Grandma was. I told him she had to go home to Ohio because Papa needs her. His response, "Nate needs Grandma." Sure you do, Buddy. Who else is going to let you drink chocolate milk and watch endless episodes of Curious George?
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
October Updates
Life around our house has been fairly uneventful. Aaron's traveling a lot for work so Nate and I have spent the last couple of weeks mostly on our own. Fortunately he's a great kid who is generally very happy and easy going. Unfortunately he is two and this means the occasional bout of irrational behavior and, in the case of this morning, peeing on the floor. Aaron returns home from a week in Seattle this evening and we are all very much looking forward to being together as a family. Probably Guinness most of all.
This Thursday, my Mom flies in from Cleveland for a long weekend visit. I will be occupied with other things (over $18k raised so far, thank you to all of you who've supported my team!) but let's be honest, she's not here to visit me. Originally we weren't sure when Aaron was coming home from Seattle so my Mom graciously offered to come watch Nate in case Aaron was still out of town. Once we determined Aaron would be back in time, surprisingly Grandma didn't want to cancel her plans. And I think she's leaving a very jealous Papa at home. Good news for him, we'll be flying to Ohio in two weeks for Jackie and Dave's baby shower.
And of course, the end of October means Halloween. Nate's costume is almost ready although I suspect very few people will know who he's supposed to be. Unless you have a two-to-four year old and watch a lot of PBS Kids.
This Thursday, my Mom flies in from Cleveland for a long weekend visit. I will be occupied with other things (over $18k raised so far, thank you to all of you who've supported my team!) but let's be honest, she's not here to visit me. Originally we weren't sure when Aaron was coming home from Seattle so my Mom graciously offered to come watch Nate in case Aaron was still out of town. Once we determined Aaron would be back in time, surprisingly Grandma didn't want to cancel her plans. And I think she's leaving a very jealous Papa at home. Good news for him, we'll be flying to Ohio in two weeks for Jackie and Dave's baby shower.
And of course, the end of October means Halloween. Nate's costume is almost ready although I suspect very few people will know who he's supposed to be. Unless you have a two-to-four year old and watch a lot of PBS Kids.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Another Healthy Appt
Went for our 28 week check today and everything is looking good. Strong heartbeat although baby wasn't moving much thanks to the sugar coma I'd induced by drinking my glucola. With Nate, I tested high at the one hour and had to go back for the three hour. The one hour stuff isn't bad. But I remember the three hour being disgustingly sweet. Here's hoping we can avoid that this time around.
My jaw practically hit the floor when Dr. Sine said she'd see me in two weeks. How are we already at the point of visiting every two weeks? We compromised though with my already scheduled 32 U/S in 3.5 weeks. So we're back on October 22nd to see the little one on the big screen again. Can't wait!
Update: Good news is that my glucose tests were well within normal so I can skip the three hour!
My jaw practically hit the floor when Dr. Sine said she'd see me in two weeks. How are we already at the point of visiting every two weeks? We compromised though with my already scheduled 32 U/S in 3.5 weeks. So we're back on October 22nd to see the little one on the big screen again. Can't wait!
Update: Good news is that my glucose tests were well within normal so I can skip the three hour!
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
The Rabbit and The Dark
Happy Jewish New Year! We celebrated Rosh Hashanah yesterday with morning services and then the easiest holiday dinner I've ever made - restaurant reservations. After traveling all weekend and playing catch up on work, there was no time or energy for making dinner. Being served (and cleaned up after) was exactly what we needed. Nate was a big fan of the "goldfish" (gefilte fish - he renamed it, not us) and the matzo ball soup. Aaron on the other hand, was not a fan of brisket that wasn't made by me or his mother.
Nate was adorable in services. He doesn't quite grasp the concept of whispering just yet, so we spent most of our time in Temple Shalom's quiet room. We could see and hear the services, but they couldn't hear us. When recapping the day's events, Nate told us his favorite parts were the rabbit and the dark. That's the Rabbi and the Ark for those of you not fluent in Nate-ese.
Friday, September 7, 2012
More Travels
Last Saturday we hopped on a plane and headed to Louisville to visit Cullen and Ashley in their new place. I've written many times about what an angel Nate is on flights. We've flown dozens of times, short and long flights, all without incident.
He must have read these posts and decided to make a liar out of me. He had a major meltdown for the first 30 minutes we were on the plane. Buckling in his car seat was the cause and nothing was talking him out of the fit. Not treats, toys or even an offer of apple juice, a treat he's never had. Although we usually subscribe to the "ignore" theory in handling temper tantrums, it's kind of hard to do when you're on the plane and the flight attendants are saying he has to be buckled in before the plane can take off.
Of course just as quickly as it started, it stopped and he was happy for the remainder of the trip. Thankfully we had really lovely people sitting in front and behind us. I took a great piece of advice from Dawn and offered to buy those around us a drink. No one took us up on the offer but I think that helped express that Aaron and I were well aware how frustrating it is to be subjected to a screaming two-year-old. If Nate's any example of a typical child, I'd fly with a six-week-old a hundred times over before a 25-month-old.
Once we got to Louisville, Meghan and Ashley picked us up and the fun began. Nate was in heaven with two aunts and two uncles to wrestle, play, and mess with. We visited the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory. Nate got a mini bat as part of our tour and I happen to know his Aunt Ashley and Uncle Cullen bought him a special Christmas present while we were there.
Although he fell asleep during the factory tour, he managed to squeeze in some batting practice before hand. Not sure it sunk in though because yesterday he ran around with his mini bat calling it a golf club and putting things on the ground. I know he idolizes his uncle but the sports cross over is starting to confuse him.
And to round out the baseball themed week, back in DC we went to see the Nats and the Cubs play last night. Nate loved it, lots of dancing and clapping. And hot dogs!
It was an exciting game not because it was at all close (sorry Cubbies) but there were two times during the game that both teams rushed the field. A first for Nationals Park. In the past our family has been torn on who to root for at Nate/Cubs games but as time goes on, we're falling more solidly in the Nats fan base. But still, neither of us could bring ourselves to root against the Cubs. They're just such lovable underdogs.
He must have read these posts and decided to make a liar out of me. He had a major meltdown for the first 30 minutes we were on the plane. Buckling in his car seat was the cause and nothing was talking him out of the fit. Not treats, toys or even an offer of apple juice, a treat he's never had. Although we usually subscribe to the "ignore" theory in handling temper tantrums, it's kind of hard to do when you're on the plane and the flight attendants are saying he has to be buckled in before the plane can take off.
Of course just as quickly as it started, it stopped and he was happy for the remainder of the trip. Thankfully we had really lovely people sitting in front and behind us. I took a great piece of advice from Dawn and offered to buy those around us a drink. No one took us up on the offer but I think that helped express that Aaron and I were well aware how frustrating it is to be subjected to a screaming two-year-old. If Nate's any example of a typical child, I'd fly with a six-week-old a hundred times over before a 25-month-old.
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Although he fell asleep during the factory tour, he managed to squeeze in some batting practice before hand. Not sure it sunk in though because yesterday he ran around with his mini bat calling it a golf club and putting things on the ground. I know he idolizes his uncle but the sports cross over is starting to confuse him.
And to round out the baseball themed week, back in DC we went to see the Nats and the Cubs play last night. Nate loved it, lots of dancing and clapping. And hot dogs!
It was an exciting game not because it was at all close (sorry Cubbies) but there were two times during the game that both teams rushed the field. A first for Nationals Park. In the past our family has been torn on who to root for at Nate/Cubs games but as time goes on, we're falling more solidly in the Nats fan base. But still, neither of us could bring ourselves to root against the Cubs. They're just such lovable underdogs.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Memory
There are a lot of things that amaze us as we watch Nate grow and develop. But this morning I was really surprised by the interaction that took place as we were all leaving the house. I picked up Nate's bag and told him it was time to go. He responds, "To the doctor?" Aaron and I looked at each other confused by what he was asking. Then it dawned on me that the last time we did our usual morning routine was Friday and that morning included a visit to the OB.
Me: "No buddy, no doctor today."
Nate: "Yes, go see Dr. Sine."
Not only did he remember what we did four days ago, he remembered the name of a doctor he met only once. Meanwhile I can barely remember what we did yesterday.
Me: "No buddy, no doctor today."
Nate: "Yes, go see Dr. Sine."
Not only did he remember what we did four days ago, he remembered the name of a doctor he met only once. Meanwhile I can barely remember what we did yesterday.
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