Eugh...1st NST sucked.

So I had my first official non stress test. They took me to a quiet dark room with a nice overhead light so it was easy to finish my book that I brought. They gave me a pair of pink and blue straps that I have to bring in each time I have the test. I was hooked up and within minutes was able to hear LL's little heart beat. It was soooo cute!

Then, all of a sudden, I stopped hearing the rhythmic beat. Her rate went from 150's to 90. When the nurse came in to check, she took the strip of paper off the machine and went to talk to my OB. The nurse came back with a GIANT glass of water and told me to "chug it" as I was being scheduled for an urgent ultrasound to make sure Little Lamb was okay. (The water helps you have a full bladder and thus have a more readable u/s.) I had to go to the hospital portion and have an ultrasound.

The u/s tech could not tell me any information about baby but he did reinforce it was a girl. That made me smile. I had to wait then for about 30 minutes to get my results. The doctor came in and told me she probably rolled on her cord, as there was no cord around her neck and her movements were normal.

Whew. What a small scare. Especially for the 1st NST. And to think it's Friday and I have another one on Tuesday AND Friday of next week.

I know it's all worth it but spending 3 hours in the hospital when it was supposed to only be 20 minutes was a little long for me.

Now I'm going to lie down. This pregnancy consumes my entire life. But I keep saying "It's 100% worth it."

Bad Dreams

Eugh...I have had soooo many bad dreams lately! Last night I had a dream where I was running (I can't wait!) and this creepy guy tried to kidnap me!

I've had dreams where John was hooking up with beautiful un-pregnant women! Ha.

33 Weeks and Counting...

This weekend we celebrated our Anniversary by going to a pizza place out of all choices. We were planning on The Melting Pot but since I was craving pizza, pizza it was. And it was awesome.

Now that I am 33 weeks I feel a little slower in step. I had to stop and relax a little bit while at Target yesterday as my BH contractions began to come out of nowhere. I had John make dinner last night and it was delicious; grilled chicken on the grill and steamed fresh green beans.

I stopped and picked up mint chocolate chip ice cream on the way home from Target and it was excellent.

I was lying on the couch last night and all of a sudden, LL kicked REALLY hard. I mean, like a huge jab. I was dozing and said "Eugh..." and John sat up from lying on the floor. Her kicks are getting a lot more aggressive.

I can't believe we only have 6+ more weeks until she's here.

My New Pink Purchase

So I know this isn't the most practical baby item but I had to have it. And bonus---I found it gently used on Craig's List. I loved this pink travel crib and bassinet since before I was pregnant but didn't want to spend $90 for it. Now I have it for much cheaper and LOVE it! It is ready for John to set up this weekend!

32w4d Appt. and Growth Ultrasound

My sister came with me to my ultrasound this morning. It was really uneventful. We were able to see her practicing breathing, as well as putting her hands up to her face AND smiling! The tech took a great picture of her smiling so we have it. It's sooo cute! Lamb is about 4 lbs. and is in the 35th percentile; a little small still but in the normal range. My NST's start next week; I'll be going twice a week until I deliver. I told the tech I've had some bad heartburn recently especially with the Protonix and then she said that our little girl has TONS of hair! I have an ultrasound picture of her head of hair. Looks like I'm going to be buying some cute headbands!

2 Year Wedding Anniversary

I can't believe how much time has flown by. It seems so recently but it was a long time ago. J and I have an evening of "nothing" planned and it couldn't get better than that. (We'll go out for dinner probably this weekend.) I love just being with him and nothing can make me more happier than just being with him. We will be that old couple sitting on the the porch, talking every night. And that thought makes me so happy. I love being Mrs. John David Little.

32 Weeks

The countdown has begun. I am ready. My back hurts, it hurts to move around, and I'm just ready. Plus all of my maternity clothes are literally falling apart. My shirts from Motherhood are becoming unhemmed and I just found a small hole in the chest area of my black ruched t-shirt. How does that happen?! I guess it happens when you wear the same darn clothes every day.

Sigh. Now off for nursing bras and tanks.

Our Bjorn is Here!

My husband trying it on with a lamb stuffed animal in the nursery. Too cute for words. He is so ready. (He likes to go into the closet and look at all of the pink clothes too!)

Lots of Doctor Appointments Now!

I had a doctor's appt. this week and looking good. I guess I had a little spill of protein but my blood pressure was 124/76 so no concern. I am still measuring small; I was 30weeks4days at my appt. and my belly was measuring in the 28th week. I would have never guessed I'd be measuring smaller before I was ever pregnant. (My concern was that I'd gain 80+lbs and be as big as a house!) Guess not so far.

The not so hot news is that I have to go in a week for a growth ultrasound and then the following week I will be monitored on Mondays and Fridays (yeah, twice a week) for NST's, non stress tests. I will spend a lot of time driving back and forth to Theda Clark hospital but it's not too bad. I asked the nurse how full-time people can fit this all in to their schedule, and she replied that usually at this stage when you need twice weekly NST's, you are either part-time or not working at all. Hmm....so fortunate I have a flexible job and that I'm feeling great overall.

My high school friend just emailed me and at 35 weeks she's on bedrest due to preterm labor. She started contracting at 32 weeks. Wow. That totally scares me. I am 31 weeks tomorrow and to think that honestly at anytime now I can have our baby is a little scary. I forgot to mention that at the appt. this past week the nurse comes in with special discussions regarding pre-term labor, pre-eclampsia information (that's sudden extreme high blood pressure--we're talking 160/110+) and a few packets about my birth wishes/birth plan. I also scored two free diaper bags from various formula companies and to be honest, the black bags aren't that ugly. Well, speaking from the fact I am a COACH snob and that's all of the bags I have (well except now for a brand new Petunia Picklebottom clutch from my friend Megan! :)

This appointment really hit home that being pregnant won't last forever. In fact, it'll be over in about 7-8 weeks! (They don't want me going over so it looks like I'll probably deliver or at least be induced, etc. before October 12th, my original due date)