He's Here!

 Nathan Camdyn Phillips

Born Sept 28, 2007 11.54 AM

More details later!

I got the results of the Strep B test on Wednesday and I don't have it, so that's good. One less thing to worry about during labor. My docotr also said that Oct 1st is the cuttoff date. If Nathan hasn't come naturally by then, I'll be admitted to the hospital for inducing. It's scary and excitiing at the same time. I've had an increase in contractions and a ever present backache, I'm pretty tired alot at the moment and can get to feeling pretty yucky very quick. I hope he'll come on his own, but I am ready to see him and have the pregnancy over.

We have things just about done here at the house, but I need to get a few things done still. I have some washing to do and a good housecleaning yet to get done.

We thought that we were going to have problem with the crib we got. There was recall that affected the brand of crib we have. Our model number was not shown, but the problem of the recall was there, but in the course of finding out, we discovered we had the drop side of the crib installed wrong, so we were able to fix that. So we don't have to worry about replacing it or having to contact the compony for replacement help. That was a relief. But it did make us more aware of potential hazards.

Mom and I did our last chilbirth class on Thursday and even though we both learned alot, we are glad it's over. I actually knew alot of the info that was dicussed, but learning and practicing the breathing and relaxation techniques was good for me, I don't think I could have done it right if I had just read it and not seem it done. So it was worth it just for that.

I have my next doctor appointment on Wednesday, and hope fully I'll find out if I'm dilated and effaced. NST's are still going good, Nathan is doing excellantly.

That's all I have for now. (((Hugs)))

Had my week 37 appt today. The doctor did the Strep B test, I'll get the results next week. It was a little uncomfortable but not bad. If I didn't have a bit of a yeast infection it would have been better. He checked my cervix and for dilation. The cervix is still long but soft and there is no dilation. He told me that if Nathan hasn't come by 39 weeks he'll induce me. So in a couple weeks he'll be here, wether it's on his own or with help.  I've been having braxton hicks for a few weeks now, some are pretty painful. Doctor says it's good to be having them, because that means the body is getting ready to deliver baby.

I've been pretty tired the last couple days. I slept almost 10 hrs last night and feel like I could've slept for 10 more. I've had to force myself not to nap today. I have so much to get done in the next couple weeks. I want it to all be done before Nathan gets here that way I can truly relax and not worry that I didn't get everything done I wanted to before he was born. I just want to have simple upkeep after we come home from the hospital.

Well, that's all the latest for now. I added a recent picture of me in the picture album. TTFN!

XOXO 

My baby shower was today. My sister hosted it and had help from her best friend Keri and then my sis-in-law Christina helped them to set up today. 

It was beautiful!!!  Very elegant looking in my opinion. I thought it almost looked like it should be bridal shower, it was so pretty. They had white tulle wrapped around the chairs and white tableclothes over the tables. There was a candle centerpiece on each table and they were set up with plates and cups for the snacks. And the favor they had were very cute as well. It was a little box that almost looks like a gift bag, it was white and had a bit of green tulle in it with some hersheys kisses in it. And around the handle was a little piece of blue ribbon with green polka dots that had a little tiny rocking horse charm strung on it. Soooo cute. I'll get a picture of it.

One or two of my friends helped out with bringing some snacks. There was lot of veggies and fruit, some meat and cheese plates, some dips, and some sweets. Mom did a nice little sugar free sread of food that could be for those who are diet conscience and for her and I since she has diabetes and I have gestational diabetes. The drinks were water and sugar free pink lemonade. My sister's mother in law made the cake and it was so cute! She always does a good job and it was decorated with all kinds of cute little baby things for trinkets that I got to bring home with me. I did have one tiny bite of cake and it was good!!!! She also made a diaper cake which was awesome!

There were alot of very nice gifts including some from our registry which was nice. There were suprisingly a couple of gifts that were duplicted, one I can take back (the thing that helps baby stay on his back while he sleeps), and the other one was a cute little outfit. but it came in 2 different sizes so I'll be able to use both! My grandma bought me some jewelry which was very nice of her. Very pretty. Got alot of baby wipes as well. So we may not need to buy some for awhile with the we already have and the ones we got today. And a another friend who couldn't make it gave a bunch of hand me downs and some brand new things that her son never used. Nathan has clothes up the wazu!

It's very overwhelming being the one who everything is centered on. Well, it's really Nathan, but since he's not here yet it's me. But I have to say that it's nice to have friends who care enough about Darren and I and our little Nathan that they would come to a baby shower and spend their hard earned money on things for him that we can use. There were a few missing that I wish could've been there, but health problems and other matters if importance happen and can't be helped.  

Well, thats all I can think of for the moment. I try to get some pictures of the shower from my sis or friends with the digital camara's.

XOXO