Down to Single Digits!!!

Can it be true? Are we really down to 9 weeks and a handful of days?

It seems like the past 6 weeks have FLOWN by!

Baby Wooley's rocker was delivered a few weeks ago (thanks Mom and Dad-in-law!). It is so comfy, and the back is high enough to lean your head back. I was told that was especially important for those feedings when you're exhausted. I'm pretty sure I could fall asleep in the chair with no trouble.

 Mickey was a great stand-in for the baby...he didn't cry or anything!

I love that this is a slipcover and we can take it off and wash it if we need to

In other Wooley news, the pool is done! And it is finally warm enough to go in!

 Well, it was warm enough for Matt to go in...I'm a baby when it comes to cold pool water



And the toys came out!!!

Here's the latest details on where we stand on Baby Wooley's impending arrival...

How far along? 30 weeks

How big is baby? The size of a head of lettuce (18 inches, 3.2 lbs) -- that is almost double what he was 6 weeks ago!

Sleep: What is sleep? I have pretty bad insomnia. I figure my not sleeping is just nature's way of going ahead and preparing me for the upcoming nightly feedings.

Best Moment this Week: Feeling Baby Wooley toss and turn -- and it was really funny last night when Matt and I were watching TV. The baby kicked harder than usual, and Matt felt my stomach jump. I said, "welcome to my world!"

Movement: He moves pretty regularly these days. He's definitely a kicker. Last night was the first night his movements kept me up though.

Food cravings: None

Food aversions: Nope

Gender: Still a boy. Otherwise, a little girl is getting a sports Mickey nursery.

Pregnancy symptoms: The reflux continues. Insomnia!! And we have now graduated to the part of the pregnancy where I cannot bend over far enough to pick up anything that I've dropped on the floor.

Belly button in or out? In, although more shallow than normal

What I miss: I'm totally missing sleep, coffee, sushi and cold cuts

What I'm looking forward to: Finishing the nursery. We've ordered a few Mets related pictures to go in the room. We're still looking for a nice cross/crucifix (we're both pretty picky about what we want for that). And then I'm still trying to convince Matt to let me hang a shelf (he's very against shelving for some reason...) Also...

Upcoming appointments/events: I'm looking forward to my baby shower in a week! My amazing cousin and aunt are throwing it for me. I can't wait!

Weekly wisdom: No matter how you mean a question about a pregnant woman's weight, she will always take it badly. For example, "you're not even showing yet!" Awesome...my clothes haven't fit in 4 months -- have I always looked this big? Or 2. Wow! You're about ready to pop! (Pretty self explanatory there)

Milestones: I'm not sure there are any "milestones" per se. Matt can feel the baby a little more now -- although the baby tends to settle down whenever Matt tries to feel him kick. However, this weekend I was lying on my side, and Matt was just nearby and the baby kicked pretty hard, and Matt was like, "are you kidding me? did that hurt?" He thought I'd been moving my stomach since he was having a hard time feeling the kicks...I told him I wasn't -- sometimes the baby just takes a leg swing into me. (We're going to have to discuss how much Mommy did NOT like that when he gets here.)

Coming next time: Definitely pictures from my upcoming shower...not sure if we get another ultrasound to estimate birth weight, but if so I'd love to see my little one again!

 

24 Week Update

We have had a REALLY busy couple of weeks! We found a pediatrician that we like, although we have one more appointment to check out a different practice today. We found and reserved a spot at a nearby daycare...they teach sign language so the baby can communicate with us before he is able to talk. We picked a name...but I haven't decided if I'm going to tell people yet! :-) I mean, we gotta have some kind of surprise, right? And we started getting furniture for the nursery!!

In addition to all the baby stuff that is going on, the pool is DONE!!

We've had a few days that have been warm enough to sit out by the pool. I'm so looking forward to this backyard feature when it gets hot!

We started getting the furniture in for the nursery -- so at least the baby has a place to sleep when he comes home from the hospital!

Matt checking out the paint supplies at The Home Depot

 

Painting -- I wasn't allowed on the ladder

 

I love the color blue that we picked -- and the crib furniture has arrived!

 

We'll be adding a glider/rocker and ottoman in this general area

 

We went with a Mickey Mouse theme -- LOVE the mobile



 

It's actually a sports Mickey theme

And Baby Wooley's first Mickey is already waiting in the crib -- a present from our next door neighbors



 

Here's the latest details on where we stand on Baby Wooley's impending arrival...

How far along? 24 weeks

How big is baby? The size of an eggplant (9 inches, 1.7 lbs)

 

Maternity clothes? Yep! Just bought some new ones for the Spring!

Sleep: Not going well. I have not mastered the art of sleeping on my side. I'm a stomach sleeper, so I've figured out a little bit of a modified side/stomach position, but if I stay on my side too long my hips are killing me! (Moms-to-be: any advice?)

Best Moment this Week: Finally Matt feeling the baby kick a little bit

Movement: Comes and goes, but my little boy seems like it when I eat. He's very active after I eat peanut butter or ice cream.

Food cravings: Not really

Food aversions: None this week

Gender: It's a boy!

Pregnancy symptoms: Still getting bad reflux...I guess that's good because Baby Wooley is getting bigger and pushing up on everything (there's only so much room in there, my little man!)

Belly button in or out? In

What I miss: 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep (yeah, yeah, I know...get used to it...I hear you)

What I'm looking forward to: Continuing to decorate the nursery!! More stuff should be here today!

Upcoming appointments/events: Ultrasound on Friday. Baby Wooley was NOT cooperative last time -- they could only get 2 of the 3 pictures they need of his heart. Nothing to worry about, but he wouldn't turn the way the ultrasound tech wanted him to. Oh well, we get to see him again before he gets here! And my cousin and aunt are so sweet to be throwing me a baby shower in a few months!! :-)

Weekly wisdom: Again, don't listen to other people's horror stories. So far this week I've heard about one woman who bruised her baby's head during delivery. And if I listen to another, I will feel like my body is being ripped apart during labor. And another told me that she had a C-section, and the doctor had trouble finding the baby after she was cut open because the baby had climbed up underneath her ribs. Why do women tell each other this stuff??

Milestones: Matt being able to feel the baby. It was irritating for awhile because he would be moving around in there a lot, and I'll call Matt over, and the baby will stop. Maybe Matt is a calming influence? (Note to self: remember that when the baby is born...)

Coming next time: More nursery pictures as we get it decorated...

Spaghetti Squash...What's That?

We've got a lot going on this week in the Wooley household. The pool is almost completely done! We filled it up this week. The builder is just making a few tweaks to the waterfall and cleaning the water, but I'm expecting it to be completely finished by the weekend! Now...if the weather will just cooperate. I am very excited about getting the pool chaise lounges out of our dining room however.

Baby Wooley is doing great. I'm starting to feel him move more and more every day. He seems to respond best to sugar and Coke. I guess unborn babies can get a sugar high too!

Here's the latest details...

How far along? 21 weeks

How big is baby? The size of a spaghetti squash

A visual aid to judge how big the baby is

Maternity clothes? Yep!

Sleep: I have my moments where I sleep well, but Matt and I had to switch sides of the bed so I'm closer to the bathroom since I get up several times a night. I don't want to step on Cobb again!

Best Moment this Week: Starting to feel the baby move more often

Movement: See above...he's an active one!

Food cravings: Nothing really big this week. I'm getting to the point where I eat and am stuffed...I don't know how much more room there is in there for him to grow!

Food aversions: None this week.

Gender: Still a boy!! :-)

Pregnancy symptoms: Reflux...yuck!

Belly button in or out? In

What I miss: Sushi...definitely the sushi

What I'm looking forward to: Buying clothes for my little man!!

Adorable swim trunks and a hat!

Cute little Mickey outfit

Upcoming appointments/events: Nothing really exciting.

Weekly wisdom: I don't know about wise...but I think I've figured out the pickles and ice cream thing. And I don't think it has anything to do with weird cravings. I've decided it has to do with the reflux. Apparently pickles help neutralize the acid, and ice cream soothes your throat and stomach. That's my theory and I'm sticking to it!

Milestones: Feeling more movement

Coming next time: Possibly a name...we are still in discussions. And HOPEFULLY our nursery furniture will be delivered soon!!!

Snips, and Snails, and Puppy Dog Tails

That's what Baby Wooley is made of!! We are going to have a sweet baby BOY this June!!

I'm having some issues getting the sonogram to upload, but I'll update the post when I get it to cooperate.

Here's the latest details...

How far along? 20 weeks

How big is baby? The size of a large banana

Maternity clothes? Yep!

Sleep: Not going well! I'm on day 3 of insomnia. I hope to catch up this afternoon.

Best Moment this Week: Finding out the gender!!

Movement: I can definitely feel the baby move more often. He's getting to be quite active in there. Hopefully we can soon feel him kicking on the outside too so Matt can feel him.

Food cravings: Still into the guacamole. And this past week (I'm ashamed to admit) I bought a container of frosting. It was delicious!

Food aversions: None this week.

Gender: It's a BOY!!!

Pregnancy symptoms: Still pretty tired. Some numbness in my hands and reflux. Ugh...

Belly button in or out? In

What I miss: Coffee and Sushi

What I'm looking forward to: Buying clothes for my little man!!

Upcoming appointments/events: Nothing really exciting.

Weekly wisdom: I'm not feeling very wise today.

Milestones: Finding out the gender.

Coming next time: Possibly some nursery pictures

Almost Half-way There!

So we are about half way through the pregnancy...and we get to see what gender Baby Wooley is next Tuesday -- assuming he or she cooperates, of course!

Last weekend my parents came to Atlanta and we went shopping for baby furniture. What an awesome gift they gave us by furnishing the baby's room. Matt and I are truly blessed.

Here are some pictures of the furniture we bought:

 

They also surprised us and bought us the stroller/car seat travel system that we have been looking at!

Yes, the stroller is red and black -- hey, it's what it came in!

 

I know people have been asking to see baby bump pictures -- so I apologize in advance for the jacket. In all fairness, it was cold!!! But if you look closely, you can at least tell there is a little bit of a bump there. And despite the cold, yes, I am wearing flip flops. I found out yesterday that only a few of my shoes fit so my feet must be a bit swollen. :-(

These next questions seem to be a fun way to keep everyone updated on where we are and what's going on with Baby Wooley...

How far along? 19 weeks today

How big is baby? My What to Expect app says the size of a mango, or about 6 inches and a half a pound

Maternity clothes? I'm entrenched in the maternity jeans. I can still wear some of my regular stretchy dresses, but I pretty much live in my yoga pants because they are TOO comfortable!

Sleep: This is definitely something I struggle with. I am a stomach sleeper and it's starting to get uncomfortable sleeping that way. I tend to wake up on my back, which kinda freaks me out because I've read it's bad for the baby -- but my mom says that's a new thing. A person can't lie on their left side all the time -- that is horribly painful on my hips!

Best Moment this Week: Other than the shopping trip, I have more energy (FINALLY!), although I still enjoy an afternoon nap.

Movement: I think I've started feeling the baby move. It's weird to describe so I can't be sure. But last time we were at the doctor, he said the baby was kicking up a storm.

Food cravings: I've gone through a few phases. I only wanted steak and asparagus at one point. I'm definitely enjoying McFlurrys (and any kind of ice cream to be honest). And right now if I think of guacamole, I have to have it.

Food aversions: Again, a few phases. I went through an aversion to any kind of salad dressing, but that seems to be gone.

Gender: We find out next TUESDAY!!!!

Pregnancy symptoms: The morning sickness is finally gone. Yeah, it lasted about 17 weeks -- yikes! I've had some stretching pain -- and I am stuffed up all the time (who knew that was a pregnancy symptom?).

Belly button in or out? In

What I miss: Coffee...I definitely miss my skinny 2 Splenda latte from Starbucks

What I'm looking forward to: Finding out the gender and starting to buy clothes!

Upcoming appointments/events: Gender/anatomy scan next Tuesday!!

Weekly wisdom: Don't listen to other people's horrific labor stories like how they were in labor for 48 hours. Focus on the fact that my sister only pushed for 45 minutes and hope that is genetic!

Milestones: Matt says my belly is looking rounder, and my mom says I've filled out. (For someone who was trying to lose weight pre-pregnancy, it's a difficult line of being happy to be showing, but discouraged to have gained weight!)

Coming next time: Perhaps a belly bump picture, gender reveal, and maybe some nursery pictures!!

We're Having a Baby!!!

That's right! Baby Wooley is on his or her way!

Matt and I are so excited to announce that we are expecting our first baby this coming June.

This is one of the first ultrasound pictures we got of Baby Wooley. I am SOOO excited!

I got this adorable ornament to give to Matt when I told him. Unfortunately I was WAY too excited and spilled the beans on the phone instead.

But yep, we are definitely starting the baby off right...UGA and NY Mets fan from birth.

I have to say I'm a little overwhelmed by everything that is out there for babies...which stroller, car seat, bottles, diapers, etc. But we still have some time to figure all of that out. I have decided that the baby is going to be incredibly spoiled (not necessarily by grandparents), but most definitely by me. I'm not sure I can pass up on all these cute toys and clothes!!!!!

In other news...IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME!!!

It's our first Christmas in our house.

Loving the lights so far! Can't wait to add to them next year.

We are wishing each and every one of you a Merry Christmas!!!

Until next time...

My New Car! (and Cobb)

So as promised, here are some pictures of the new car.

I love the car. It smells new. It drives well. And I am getting awesome gas mileage -- filling up every 2 weeks! And I drive 40 miles a day!!!

 Check out the fog lights

The Altima has a rearview camera

This might be my favorite feature. I rarely ever look at where the radio is anymore!

Matt and I are still working to get the house to where we want it. We've found the sofa we want for the family room, but I'm still conflicted on which chairs I want to get.

While we are still getting settled, you can tell Cobb has pretty much made himself at home. I promised him I wouldn't make him move again. We counted and my poor cat has made 11 moves in his lifetime. Poor thing. No wonder he is tired!

This is pretty much what he does all day long

And this picture is just too cute to share...

Cobb and Matt hanging reading the internet

For the guy who doesn't like animals, Matt is pretty friendly with Cobb. :-)

That's about it for now. Our fall is filling up quickly. A trip to Columbia next month for the South Carolina State Fair (it will be Matt's first visit). Then a family wedding in November. Before you know it, our most favorite time of year will be here -- and our 1 year anniversary!!! I can't believe I've been married to my love for almost a year now! Seems like just yesterday...

Until next time...