My appointment- finally!

I finally got to make my appointment! It is on August 10th and I can't wait. Only 2 more weeks- let the real countdown begin! I just hope that when I get there the baby cooperates.

23 Weeks

I had my 23 week appointment today and once again nothing really eventful. The doctor said that I have gained quite a bit of weight since my last appointment- I tried not to get too offended. I did get to listen to the baby's heartbeat and I couldn't stop laughing because it sounded really fast. My guess is from all of the exercise the baby is getting from kicking and moving around. I will get to find out the sex of the baby probably the 2nd week in August- I haven't set the date because I am not sure of my schedule yet. I can't wait- I am going crazy!

Two Things

#1- What is wrong with me? Why do I keep on buying baby girl clothing when I have a gut feeling that I am having a boy? I'm hoping that it will be only another couple of weeks until I can find out the sex of the baby. #2- I am definitely feeling and seeing the baby kick. Sometimes I just stare at my belly and laugh when I see it jump.

Madden's

Baby and me on "the chair"

Baby Shower

I just got back from vacation with the family and it was so relaxing. We went up to Brainerd, MN to the Madden's resort on Gull Lake. We have been having a family reunion up there almost every year for over 20 years now. There were about 30 of us up there this year so it was great to see everybody- we all missed you Kasey! While I was up there I had my first official baby shower! It was so much fun and I am so glad I got to experience that with you guys since I won't be seeing you until next year! I just want to thank you all one more time for all of the thoughtful presents and the words that were exchanged that day and throughout the week. It meant a lot to me to know that I have such loving and supportive family around me.

Short Vacation

Miller Park

My favorite girls

I went to Milwaukee last week with my sis, brother-in-law and the girls and had so much fun! We went to a Twins/Brewers game and even though it was sooo hot out it was fun and good to get away for a little bit. Can't wait to get away again in another week for the family reunion! I realize this post really has nothing to do with the baby but still thought it would be fun to write about something else going on in my life.

20 Weeks!

I can't believe that I am entering my 20th week. I'm halfway there!

Movement??

I'm not sure- but I think I am starting to feel the baby move. I felt a flutter a couple of weeks ago and haven't really felt anything until the past couple of days. When I put my hand on my stomach it almost feels like little kicks. I know they say that first time mothers especially aren't really sure when they feel movement- but I have never felt movement in my body like this before! It is all becoming more real now!

More Nursery Bedding

Ok- so I was right about my bedding and it all went on clearance. I went into Babies R Us today and pretty much bought everything that I could. I got the mobile, blanket, changing pad cover and diaper stacker. I don't know if I will keep it all, but I thought just in case. Every day I am getting more and more excited- it is definitely a nice change of pace for me!

Nursery Bedding

Ok- so I am getting a little ahead of myself. I ordered bedding today but only because I really like it and I feel like it is being discontinued. I had to act fast! I am still a little weary on if it can be a neutral pattern- since it is categorized with the boy bedding. When I looked at it in the store it seemed pretty neutral to me- so I am going with that. Christine- now I know how you felt and I am sorry for yelling at you to stop buying everything off of your registry!

17 Weeks

Well I am nearing the end of my 4th month and I can't believe how time has flown by! I had my doctor appointment today and she said that everything still looked really good. I asked her about being able to find out the sex of the baby sooner and it looks as though I do have to wait until about week 26. I have a feeling it is a boy but lately I have had a couple of dreams where it was a girl. I guess I have to wait 9 more weeks to find out- let the countdown begin!