36 Week Update

We had our 36 week appointment today, and we are officially sending Bean an eviction notice for Friday, August 28th. He has been breech now for months and there is very little chance of him turning. My OB/GYN did not recommend trying to flip him for several reasons - the process is very painful and is not a guarantee for a natural delivery. Plus, there is a chance that Bean could be ultra stubborn and turn back to the position that he is most comfortable in (head up) and I'd be back to square one. So I'm going to take their recommendation and schedule the c-section.

David and I waited a record two hours to see the doctor this morning. The waiting room was packed, and I knew we were in trouble when we walked in the door. It was great people watching though - I always find pregnant women interesting: How far along are they? What sex is the baby? Where did they get that cute maternity dress? Or worse, what were they thinking wearing that moo moo? But the best entertainment of the morning was the woman who whipped out her nail trimmers and started grooming herself in the waiting room. First her fingernails and then....oh yes, her toes! What is wrong with people? I couldn't have been happier to hear my name called.

Now for the appointment news! Bean is measuring about 5 lbs 10 oz and is in the 33%. The doc said he was happy with his growth, and said most babies gain an ounce a day the last few weeks. So I'm predicting he will come out weighing about 7 lbs. They still couldn't tell me if he had hair. I guess some things I will just have to wait to see...24 more days!!!

That doesn't give us a lot of time - just 3 more free weekends. That's kinda scary! When I posed that thought to David I finally got a decent reaction! Ordinarily, he isn't phased by my dramatic thinking. But really the only thing we NEED to do is get the car seat installed in my car. Bottles and pacifiers are washed, diapers are abundant, and the baby gear is stationed in every room. I bought a diaper bag this weekend, and David put the bassinet and stand together. The nursery is ready and our house looks like a baby could soon live here.

I know these last few weeks have a reputation for being difficult for a good reason. I feel like I'm stretched to max capacity and the heart burn is getting...well, HOT! Sleeping is uncomfortable but at the same time I'm pretty freakin' tired. So to sum it all up - I'm ready for "Bean's birthday" - it's kinda funny to know the date now. I marked it on the calendar (just like that) and laughed.

Bean is Coming!!!

I saw this sign on 38th and Lamar and couldn't resist taking a quick snap shot. My baby Bean and "The Coffee Bean" will both be coming later this month. We'll know an official date on Monday after the 36 week doc appointment. But as of right now, it sounds like Dr. Seeker will do a c-section at 39 weeks unless he turns out of his breech position.

Houston Baby Shower

We had a great time at our couples shower. Lots of great tex mex food - including a visit from a taco truck!!! We had a wonderful group of family and friends come to celebrate baby bean and help us get ready for his arrival.










For all the party pics: Click HERE

3 Little Babies, 2 Special Friends...

Television Debut

Bean's tv premier debuted today on News 8 Austin. One of my favorite maternity boutiques, Due Maternity, participated in fashion week, and the owner asked if I would be in her feature video. If you don't live in Austin, you can watch the story online.

Go to the middle of the article and click on "Watch the Video"

BTW, it's week 33!!!

Love,

Jolyn and Bean

Adventures with Bean - Week 31

I had my 31 week appointment today. Little bean is a growing boy - 3 pounds 11 ounces. I got a clear view on the ultrasound of his cheeks and eyelids. As babies get bigger you can see more detail in their face, so that was really neat. He's still being naughty, and has not turned head down. I would really appreciate it if he would spare me the joy of abdominal surgery and do a flip in the next few weeks. We'll see if he has any of my gymnast genes! :)

In other news, David and I assembled the crib! You have no idea how difficult that can be until you try it yourself. It took us WAY longer than I care to admit, even after reading the directions from cover to cover. I finally made a trip to the furniture store to get some pictures of the floor model. Finally, success! Tip: Always pay for delivery and assembly, especially when you are 30 weeks pregnant and bending over is like trying to pick up a 100 pound weight in a straight jacket.

Here's the nursery pic so far...it's not finished (no mattress, no glider, etc) but you can get an idea of what it will look like.

2 more SHORT months to go!!! Check out the new tummy pic too.


Love,

Jolyn

Quite possibly the best stock photo EVER

I completed my breast feeding class last night. It was exactly what I expected: 30 people (1/4 had husbands attend, most did not) very informative, lots of slides and diagrams and best of all - LOTS of handouts!

I HAD to share my favorite brochure of the night. I almost couldn't stop laughing - the class is totally silent - am I the only one who finds this stock photo to be completely hilarious?

My sense of humor may be a little sick, but I don't think anyone can argue that breast pumps these days aren't kidding around. :)

Enjoy!

Jolyn