I'm back! My little bean is well...no longer a bean, in fact a 2 inch + legs (I don't know why they don't factor legs in) little person! S/he is measuring exactly 12 weeks 3 days with a strong heartbeat. I'm pretty sure the baby was sleeping when we started the ultrasound because s/he was just laying all curled up not moving a muscle....that is of course until the technician decided to jab my belly with the magic … [Read more...]
NT Scan…15 hours
August 14, 2008 | 1 Comment | 634 views
When I was first offered a special test called a NT Scan (Nuchal Translucency Screening) my first thought was "no way!". I've always opted out of genetic defect testing. Growing up around many people with Downs I've come to love them with all of my heart. I even worked at a school with them before. Knowing what I do about the defect, I could never abort my own child for being blessed in this special way. Now I'm not … [Read more...]
Pink or Blue ?
August 14, 2008 | 6 Comments | 791 views
That question has been weighing on my mind heavily lately. I've been so determined to remain on Team Green (baby forum talk for surprise delivery) for this one that it's making me want to find out even more! I've never been one for patience although it is starting to come with age (shut up mother!). Quite a few of my online pregnant friends have been toying with a test called Intelligender. Supposedly it has a lab … [Read more...]
On the Hunt…for Crib Bedding
August 8, 2008 | 5 Comments | 1,004 views
There's nothing I enjoy more than searching out the cutest crib bedding a room design for my babies -- other than pinching their little cheeks of course. Obviously I don't know the gender of this little one and hope not too until he/she is born, but who knows I may not be able to take the suspense. Regardless, the fun part begins with the window shopping. Now when we went to decorate our daughter's room, I knew right … [Read more...]
Accidents Happen
August 1, 2008 | 7 Comments | 862 views
Today I was having a little pity party, doubting my parenting skills, probably being a little emotional (thanks baby bean). I always do my best to make sure my kids are safe and accident free, as I'm sure most mother's are. Today....we had an accident that was entirely my fault and I've been kicking myself for it. I've got a lot of "pregnancy brain" going on lately. To my story....typical day, playing with my … [Read more...]
