Waiting for baby

It's been awhile since I've updated. I'm doing pretty good. I've had some issues with sleeping and breathing at the same time. My OB told me to take some Zantac for acid reflex. This helped for a few nights.

I took a couple days off work due to not being able to sleep and breath. I noticed that when I would fall asleep that I was holding my breath and would wake up to breath and would feel short of breath. I went to my GP to make sure this wasn't a big issue. I was told that if I wasn't pregnant that he'd order a sleep study. He thought that it could have to do with pregnancy. Time will tell. Another thing it could be is a blood clot. However the blood test that is done can be inconclusive with pregnancy. My blood test came back as abnormal however he didn't want to do any further testing because it could harm the baby, unless things get worse. If I have problems after I have the baby I'll need to follow up with my GP. This has gotten better.

I've also have had some chest congestion. Thank goodness for Sudifed.

The baby's room is already. I think I have everything I need for baby at this point.

I'm hoping to have the baby before the end of the year. The baby is head down and has dropped.

My Mom and both by brothers are coming to visit mid January so we are hoping that the baby isn't late.

When I was in to the my OB I was dilated to a 2. I have an appointment on Thursday afternoon so I'll try to update shortly after that.

Shower games

I'm almost ready to be finished being pregnant. I'm getting more and more uncomfortable. My back has been bothering me for some time now. Breathing is getting difficult. I have acid reflex that makes sleeping difficult. Those are my complaints for the day.

I'm still working on getting the baby's room ready. I still have stuff of mine and Judge's that need to find a new home someplace. It's also filling up with baby stuff. I've been given a lot of nice things that my friends are finished with. I can't believe have generous people are. Some I haven't known that long.

I've had a couple baby showers this last week. My co-works have me one. I was blown away by how much they gave me. I think it helps that I've worked in many different groups over the years and many knew Judge as well. Some of the highlights that I received are a car seat, jogging stroller, diapers, crib sheet, cloths. The list goes on.

I can't wait until next spring to use the jogging stroller. I'll have to find a marathon to train for. Or maybe I'll start out with a half. I miss running regularly. The only running I get to do now is running to the bathroom. So maybe it's more of a waddle.

Yesterday I had a shower with my friends hosted by Bonnie Kohl, Jennifer Shasky, and Dawn Jasperson. We had a lot of fun playing shower games, eating and of course I got to open more gifts. I got more diapers, cloths, bottles, and toys.

I've been keeping busy working of course, and trying to keep my house clean. I tire out easy. It's frustrating because I see what needs to be done in my house, I'm either too sore or too tired.

Dr. English said I'm normal.

It's a beautiful Saturday afternoon. I can't believe that it's in the 60's in November. I love it.

I had another Doctor appointment this week. It was quick in and quick out. Dr. English told me that I'm normal. I responded with it's about time I fall on the normal list.

Dr. English listened to the heartbeat, felt my growing tummy, and answered a question. He's happy with the way my pregnancy is going.

Last week we had a sad day in the Getchell household. The Heard is down to 3. I put Buddy down due to he was getting sick several times a week or sometimes several times a day. He was only 8. He's had respiratory issues for the last 5 years, and diabetes too.

Buddy was Judge's cat so this made it a little more difficult. It was a lot harder than I thought it would be. I was fortunate enough to have my Dad and Tara go with me. Thank God for my parents.

It took the other cats some time to adjust. Dork spent 3 days in bed and took the change very hard. Emma's been more whinny. Courtney wants to know if the other two can go for a one way trip too.

On a lighter note I'm feeling well other than being more and more tired. Is 7pm too early to go to bed? It wasn't one night this week.

I'm excited I went to the diaper store today. OK so they sell more than diapers. It's called Peapods. I bought some cloth diapers and wipes. We'll see how these work.

I'm off to relax. I'm taking a friend to the Wild game tonight. It's his first hockey game. It should be a good time.

Happy 5 year Anniversary

Today is my 5 year wedding Anniversary. I went out to dinner with my friend Kelli to celebrate. We went to a new restaurant called Manitou Station in downtown White Bear. It was good.

I've had a couple doctor appointments since I've update. Not much to report from them. Things are looking good. The baby moves around a lot. I can handle the movement however when the baby puts some power into them I jump. It's funny.

I can't believe how fast my pregnancy is going. I have less than 3 months to my January 14th due date. My parents are getting excited. The truth is I am too.

I get tired easy. I need to learn to slow down some.

I did some calling around today to look for daycare. Boy are people rude, and parents are leaving there children with these folks. Please pray that I can find quality child care.

Anna

It's a......

Baby. Sorry I didn't find out at my ultrasound.

So it's been a long time since I've updated. I've been to the doctor a couple times. Things are going just fine. I had an ultrasound on August 27th. Cousin Deanna went with me. She's dying to know what sex the baby is. However I've chosen not to find out. Everything looked just fine. 10 fingers and 10 toes.

After the ultrasound Deanna and I headed to the state fair to eat. We had a good time.

This summer I joined Deanna's summer bible study group. It was a great group to be in. I think their was about 25 of us. However I meet 2 widows in the group. It's been nice getting to hear their story's and be able to talk to them. They are part of a larger widows group. Who knew. Laura invited me into the group. This last weekend 5 families camped in a backyard of one of the widowers. Again it was nice to be with a group that understands what I've been though. We had a lot of fun and plan to get the families together again soon.

I've been feeling pretty good. My energy level isn't where I'm used to. I've been in bed earlier and earlier.

My pants are tight

I'm currently in Monteray California visiting my cousin Donica. It' nice to be able to sleep in and not have a schedule to follow. We're having a good time. I was excited today I dropped Donica off at work then went to the outlet mall and found an In N Out for lunch. I was happy because their isn't any In N Out's in the Monteray area.

The baby bump is growing. I'm not able to wear regular jeans anymore without them being uncomfortable. I'll try to post a couple pictures once I get home.

Last weekend I went camping with cousin Deanna and some other friends from bible study. We went to Lanesburo and did some biking. We had a great time. The weather was nice too. However I can't seen to go and to and go like I used too. My pregnancy has slowed me down some.

Feeling Better

Sorry it's been so long since I've updated. I'm doing well. I'm starting to feel better a little bit each day.

I saw Dr. English on Wednesday. He used the Doppler to listen to the baby's heartbeat but couldn't get it yet. So he did a quick ultrasound and saw that baby was very active. It's looking more like a baby.

Last weekend I spent in Seattle and walked a half-marathon (13.1) miles with Team in Training. It was my fifth event and again it blew me away. What a great bunch of people. I'm sad that I'll be taking time off and won't be doing another event soon. However I've agreed to do some water stops for the Fall team. I look forward to be involved with the Fall team.

That's all I have for now.

Anna