31 Weeks

Seems like the weeks are just going by faster and faster! Can't believe we are already 31 weeks. This week was filled with much rest, relaxation, and catching up for mommy! So thankful tax season ended and brought a few vacation days with it!

Baby Size: We are looking forward to finding out the size of baby Easton this Friday as we make a trip to the doctor for another ultrasound. We haven't had one since our 20 week visit! He should measure around 16 inches long and weigh about 3.3 pounds (the weight of four navel oranges). He is heading into a growth spurt!

New Developments: Easton can now turn his head from side to side, and his arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath the skin. His brain is developing faster than ever. He can now perceive information from all five senses. While mommy is busy working, Easton spends his time making faces, hiccupping, swallowing, breathing, pedaling with his little hands and feet, and sucking his thumb.

Prego Updates:

Easton is a very active baby! He kicks all the time and I love to watch him move around in my tummy. It never gets old, especially since it is a sign that he is active and healthy!

After I made the comment to Daniel last week that the pregnancy had not really had an effect on how often I have to go to the bathroom, it hit this weekend. I have to go ALL the time now. So much for that!

I got my first prenatal massage last week. It was amazing! Don't think it will be my last one before this baby comes! For those wondering, the massage is done while you are laying on your side. No foot massages though since they can cause contractions.

Nursery:

I finally got the bedding on the crib. We have had the crib and my grandmother got us the mattress. I have also had the bedding for a while. I went ahead and purchased the mattress pad and an ultimate crib sheet. After making the bed one time, I have decided that I am going to LOVE the ultimate crib sheet. My mom's neighbor told me to get one, and I am soo glad! I plan to get one or two more so that I never have to change the sheets (except for major blowouts). Check out the cute rug I found at Homegoods! So glad I found it!

                          

30 WEEKS

I can't believe we are just ten weeks away from meeting our baby boy. We are beginning to realize that our lives are about to change. We have started recognizing that things we do now will no longer be the same. As we slept in Saturday morning and just enjoyed not having to do anything and the peace and quiet of our house, we reminded each other that it soon would be different. It will be a good different though! We are very anxious and excited! I am looking forward to the baby showers and all the preparation that will be going on for the next couple of months.

Baby Size: Easton's size has not changed much from last week. He is as big as a butternut squash, still around 17 inches long and a little over 3 pounds.

New developments: His brain is taking on grooves and indentations to make way for brain tissue. His bone marrow has taken over production of red blood cells. A lt of the hair covering his body is disappearing. His body fat and brain are regulating his temperature now. All of these things are preparing Easton to live on his own.

Mommy: Had her 29 week appointment and will now have appointments every thee week. This appointment went great. I measured 29 weeks, right on schedule, and had gained a total of 23 pounds since my beginning pregnancy weight. I'm very excited for my next appointment because I will be having another ultrasound. They need to check on my placenta since it measured low in my first one, but I'm excited about seeing my little boy again!

Symptoms: I'm definitely feeling pregnant these days. Besides this big ole belly, my fingers and feet have swelled up. I had to take my rings off and some of my shoes are very tight. I have also been getting some serious leg cramps at night. I'm looking forward to having time to go on walks and do a little exercising now. Hopefully that will help!

Yay for tax season being over!! I enjoyed sleeping an hour later, getting home in time to cook dinner, go for a walk, and relax with my hubby. Lots to do to prepare for Baby Easton!

29 Weeks!

Baby Size: Easton is now about seventeen inches long, just about the length he will be when he is born (probably a little longer if he is anything like his mommy and daddy!). He weighs about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds and should at least double in weight before he is born.

New Developments: His wrinkled skin is smoothing out as he continues to develop fat under the skin. This fat serves as an energy source (which would explain all the moving around)! The buds for his permanent teeth are budding now. His head continues to grow to make room for his brain.

Easton: Has been moving around a lot! I'm not sure if it's all his new energy from the fat he is gaining or if he is just as excited as I am that tax season is one week from being over! The lists have begun, because we have just over two months before he will be here!

Mommy: Besides making lists will be going to the doctor this week and then every other week from here on out. We also got exciting news this week. I think we have found someone to keep Easton once I go back to work. God definitely worked that one out! Out first shower is in less than a month, and the next two months will be very busy getting ready for the baby! I'm looking forward to a few days off from work next week to celebrate the end of tax season. We have not made big plans yet, so I'm not sure what we will be doing!

Too tired to put on the normal picture outfit! Daniel thinks I grew even bigger today!

28 Weeks!

I can't believe we are less than three months away! We are in the home stretch!

Baby Size: Easton weighs about 2 1/4 pounds, like a small cabbage, and measures 14.8 inches from the top of his head to his heels.

New Developments: He can blink his eyes which now have eyelashes. He may also be able to see the light that filters through the womb. He is developing billions of neurons in his brain and continuing to add body fat preparing for birth! He is coughing, sucking, and breathing better. The best news is that if Easton were born today, he would have a good prognosis since his lungs have matured.

Mommy: Is tired! And my feet are starting to swell. Other than that and having back pains at times, pregnancy is still pretty easy.

This week: We enjoyed celebrating Easter with my family. The Easter bunny brought clothes dividers for Easton's closet as well as some hangers so that we can hang up all his clothes. He also brought a basket for Easton's room and the sweetest lamb that makes sounds for the baby.

Next week: Starting next week I will be going to the doctor every two weeks. Just two more weeks until tax season is over and I can get busy preparing for our little boy to be here!

Happy Easter!

We hope everyone had a very Happy Easter and Resurrection Day! We are so thankful that Jesus overcame the grave so that we can live forever. We enjoyed celebrating at our Sunrise Service and greeting guests at the next service at church. 

We also celebrated with family this afternoon. Next Easter, the family will be a little larger with Baby Easton! What a wonderful weekend! 

Hello Third Trimester!

I can't believe it! We are 2/3 of the way to meeting our little Easton! Words can not describe how excited we are. I love being pregnant and having this precious baby in my tummy, but I know that having him in my arms will never compare!

This week marks 27 weeks of being pregnant with Easton. We have A LOT going on in our lives. On top of Daniel and I both working 60+ hour weeks, we have been preparing for the baby (and trying to fit in some rest)! I am going today to a visit with the pediatrician and we have also been talking to people about child care. I went to my 26 week appointment last Thursday and go back in three weeks. After that, I will be going every 2 weeks. I can not believe it is already almost that time! Also, we had a nice visit from Daniel's mom, sister, and our niece on Sunday. They came to Georgia to visit everyone and spend the day and night with us. It was great to get to visit with them.

27 Week Update:

Baby Size: Baby Easton weighs almost 2 pounds (like the head of a cauliflower) and is about 14 1/2 inches long with his legs extended.

New Developments: He is sleeping and waking at regular intervals, opening and closing his little eyes, and maybe even sucking on his fingers. His brain is very active now and lungs would be capable of function if he were to be more although they are still immature. Hiccups are common from now on.

Mommy: Has gained 19 pounds since pre-pregnancy weight. This is probably why my back has been hurting. I still have no trouble sleeping though, not surprising since I am always tired!

Last Week: I had that oh so fun gestational diabetes test. It wasn't very fun, but was not horrible either. I got to drink this tasty drink and they drew my bliss. I haven't gotten the results yet, but let's hope for no diabetes!

Note for Easton: We love you so much already! Time is flying by and you will be here before we know it. We love you!

Easter Burlee!

Last Sunday, I decided my house needed some Easter decor. We have one little bunny and that is it! I put away my work things and took out my craft stuff to make an Easter burlee. I love making these for two reasons, they are cheap and easy! Here it is in progress.

And a little guidance for those who have never made one...

You will need:
Burlap
Craft paint (I use the little tubes of acrylic paint)
Paint brushes/sponges
Stuffing
Hot glue gun

1. Trace your design onto newspaper and cut it out.
2. Pin your design to the fabric (front and back). And cut the burlap out. You should have two identical pieces of burlap that are not attached.
3. Paint your burlap. Depending on where you are going to put it and how much time you have, you can paint the back side too. Let it dry.
4. Put stuffing in between the two pieces of burlap and hot glue the edges of the burlap together. You can glue ribbon or twine into it as well to hang it up.
5. You are done! So simple!

Here is my finished product! I hopefully will accumulate one for every holiday. I love having them hanging up around the house.

Happy Easter! Can't believe it will be here next weekend. Looking forward to our Good Friday service and Easter Services at church as well as celebrating with family. This holiday is so important to us, representing the resurrection of Jesus Christ as he overcame the grave! We have so much to CELEBRATE!