Last night was our third class. We discussed our birth plans and anything and everything that may happen in the delivery room - mainly what tools they may use. It was very educational last night.

Only 3 more classes to go! Next week is the hospital tour!

Hello Everyone!

We just had another doctor's appointment - they are so short and sweet. Just weight, blood pressure, urine, heart beat, measure and tummy check. All is good. She is hanging out low and wide! Like the heart rate was down by my belly button. My doctor says all is good - the count down begins!!! I have just have one more quick, two week, regular appointment and then they begin every week! CRAZY!

Chris put in the car seat yesterday. It was really easy with our new car. Chris expected it to be harder - but it wasn't. We put it in for Jeremy and Michelle who are coming this weekend and bringing their little one, Ava. Funny story - so Chris and I brought out the whole stroller and car seat unit thingy to make sure we knew how it all works - (its one of those Chico Travel systems where everything snaps together) anyways, I went to pull out my car and Chris was holding the base, next thing we know, the stroller starts to roll down our driveway! Nice!! So Chris and I go running after it - of course our neighbors are out and I'm laughing going - parents of the year!!! - we reassured our neighbors - no kid yet. After that we discovered the brakes on the wheels! hehe

So I have been debating a very important decision - Diaper Genie Vs. Diaper Champ.  I naturally registered for the Diaper Genie since that is just what I know of, well Christina, (sister-in-law) just got a new diaper pail system and she got the Diaper Champ - this one does not need those expensive refills and it looks WAY easier to use - you drop it in and flip it. That's it. Its the same price as the Diaper Genie too. So I turned to the internet and reviews are about the same - some people love the Diaper Champ, some don't and same with the Genie. So then I turned to my Baby Bargins book - which is a book that basically is like the consumer reports, but they ONLY do baby items and it helps you save money. And wouldn't you know it - it ranks the Diaper Champ OVER the Diaper Genie. The Cons it has listed are that it may not lock out the smell as much, but if you empty if every 5 days - it seems to be okay, plus there are scented trash bags now and the other complaint is that a toddle figured out how to put toys in there. Kind of funny. So I have switched to the Diaper Champ on my registry - I'm thinking it will be good. But if anyone has feedback on either one - I will greatly appreciate it. Nothing has been purchased yet!

Oh - quick note about Apple Jacks - I can't get enough of them - I really haven't had a lot of cravings - but for some reason Apple Jacks are just plain awesome. You should try some - the trick is you have to let them sit in the milk for a little while - they are better soggy! hehe

Today Chris and I met with our future pediatrician - it went well. Its the same doctor as Matt and Christina, which makes it easy! He went through his practice and we were impressed. It looks like he comes to the hospital after the baby is born and it goes from there!

We can mark that off our list...

So this weekend was a good weekend - Friday we hung out with Chad and Gina - who are also preggers due 2 days before me. It was nice to hang out. Saturday we went to Cirque Du Soleil with my mom and Darrell - which was a lot of fun. I think because of the music GIPette was kicking and moving the entire time - a little distracting - but overall good!

Then for some reason I woke up Sunday and was in the cleaning mood - which as Chris would say - is rare. I never have been one for cleaning. I cleaned everything - from baseboards to windows - it felt good. I think I'm just ready to get the house ready. We're steam cleaning the carpet and couch in the next few weeks. Chris was all freaked out because he thought this was the official nesting stage - but that doesn't happen until about 12 hours right before you give birth - at least according to our classes. I guess you get this burst of energy and want to do something - my mom said she was on her hands and knees scrubbing on the floor right before she gave birth to me. So since I cleaned the house entirely now - Chris is wondering what I'm going to do for my burst of energy - I'll want to plant landscaping or something?

Last night was class #2 - we reviewed what we talked about in class number one - then it was the dreaded video - which honestly wasn't as bad as I thought it would be - I mean I don't want to watch it again - but it wasn't the worst thing I have ever seen. We all squirmed a little at places and I just kept saying ouch.

I think the classes, if anything, will just help get us in the mind set, okay - this is what to expect for the hospital and afterwards. I'm glad were taking them - it allows me to focus a little more. It really does help with terminology, where to go in the hospital, what to do when this happens, this could happen etc. I would recommend them - but with a warning -  you're going to some stuff that is retarded but I think I have gotten a back massage every class from Chris - bonus!

So I'm 31 weeks - in my 32nd week - anywhere from 5 to 8 weeks left - I think - that is just crazy to me. This week we're meeting the Pediatrician and besides that - just slowly putting the hospital bag together...

Until next time...