8 weeks and counting

8 Weeks Peanut...8 weeks! Well at least we hope only 8 weeks. We'll take what you give us as long as you're healthy, and I might regret saying that when it's 9 but I'll try to understand if you want to take your time and appreciate the fact that you're healthy.

We had a check up today and got GREAT news...I do not have gestational diabetes! We were tested early at 18 weeks because of a family history. Then at 26 weeks we had the 1 hour glucose test, which came back 9 points higher than the cut off...so a week and a half ago your daddy and I went to the hospital for the 3 hour fasting glucose test. It was not fun Peanut, but today we were told that all 4 blood draws came back in the right range! No borderlines. It's a relief =)

We also talked to JoJean about lots of questions mommy had and now I feel better about pain options, pediatricians and a few other concerns. You sounded great, but were shy again, really active while we were waiting and still as a can be when we listened to your heart, but it's beating strong at 144, then just as crazy again once we were done putting you on the spot. I wonder if this means you're going to be a shy baby! I also got a flu shot...just the regular flu shot, the H1N1 shot is not available and they aren't sure they'll get it. I'll tell you all about H1N1 when you're older and we look through your baby book.

Daddy spent the evening with Johnny Smith staining your dresser! I can't wait to see it. It's at Johnny's house drying and he's going to put the finish coats on it later this week. Hopefully we can have it all set up in your room by the end of the weekend. Mommy is planning on doing A LOT of your laundry this weekend so you'll have fresh clothes when you come home. We're also hoping to set up your crib this weekend. We'll see if that happens, but I'd like to done so after your baby shower we can put stuff away and not have to sort stuff twice!

Speaking of baby showers...yours is right around the corner, which means A LOT of people are going to be visiting and I'm so excited for you to hear their voices for the first time :) Grandma Middleton (who was affectionately named GGMa by Dakota) will be coming on Oct. 7 for 3 WEEKS! I am very excited about this, hopefully sometime before you're one we'll be able to see her either in Port Huron again or in New Mexico. Also, Aunt Caitlin is coming home from Maryland...I haven't seen her since the weekend we told her about you! And of course Aunt Emily will be driving down and Aunt Tracy and Aunt Kim will be driving up =) And to top off all the excitement, your grandma Mayhew is also flying in for the weekend! So on top of your out of town guests there will be a lot more people joining us to celebrate!!!!! Daddy and I are excited to see everyone, it should be a fun time.

We're slowly getting ready for you, but every once in a while (o.k. more like 10-20 times a day) I wonder where the time went! We have lots to do, but I'm confident we'll get a lot done this weekend, and we have a carseat for you! And a stroller that matches, which I'm afraid because of your impending birth day, will be stored for a while! And I didn't realize how much I had, but you have a VERY sizeable wardrobe...I can't wait to dress you in all the cute little clothes!

I'm glad you're growing well and we're on track...and remember if you want to come a little early, say in 7 weeks, we'll be ready by then! Daddy and I can NOT wait to meet you and see your precious face.

Sleep well my little break dancer
xoxo

We need help!

Well baby Mayhew...

We're going to ask for some help...which I'm sure won't be the first time we do :)

We need a name for you...a least the list narrowed down! We've already decided to wait to pick your official name until we meet you, but it would be kind of hard if we met you with a list of 10 names to whittle down when we see your precious face. So we're asking all of your fans to help us!

We've created a poll on the side bar of your blog to allow people to vote on which name they like best...pretty cool idea, huh?!?!

So let the people at it...and if you have a comment about the names, please feel free to leave one in the comments section after this posting. We know for sure the baby's middle name will be Carter (Aubree's maiden name)...so keep that in mind while you vote!

Thanks for your help =)

Oh boy, oh boy

Well, we've been neglecting your blog Peanut...so it's time for an update. I was hoping then next post would include pictures, but that's going to have to wait!

We're getting closer and closer to your arrival. We're just 11 weeks away! And can not wait. We had our ultrasound at the "Big House" and thank you for being so cooperative. And thank you for giving your father something to smile about. He was very please when the ultrasound tech repeated "yes, those are his boy parts!" We're so excited about welcoming our little son soon!

We had our follow up doctor's appointment today, and JoJean reassured us that you were PERFECT! You're growing well, still in about the 60th percentile for growth and your heartbeat is strong. Unfortunately my blood sugar test didn't come back as we had hoped. So I am off to the hospital for a 3 hour fasting sugar test. Hopefully it comes back o.k. and we can escape gestational diabetes. My blood pressure is VERY good though, so that's a bonus. JoJean said several times she thought it might be earlier than 11 weeks...while I'm excited to meet you, I'm also very nervous, so feel free to come when you're ready ;-)

I have a consult with an anesthesiologist tomorrow to talk about my options for medication during delivery and should we need a c-section. I'm super nervous about that!

We go back in 3 weeks, then it's every 2 weeks until 36 weeks when we'll start going every week. It's getting so close. I've already scheduled my time off. I'm going to start my time off on November 16, hopefully to get some rest before you arrive. If not, I'll gladly spend that time with you. I also officially picked the doctor that will be delivering you today. JoJean can only see us until 36 weeks, so after that we're going to see Dr. Kutsche.

We've got the house ready for you...just need to get your room in order. Grandma Mayhew bought your crib when she was home last, we just need to put it together. And daddy is going to get started on your dresser soon. You'll have some history when you get here, your dresser was your Grampy Carter's when he was little and then mine...and now it will be yours. Daddy is going to sand it and refinish it so it looks brand new for you! Aunt Caitlin also sent home all of your bedding with Aunt Emily and Aunt Roo when they went to visit.

We're having a baby shower on Oct. 11 too! Both daddy and I are excited to see lots of family and friends and to share you with them! We're going to take your pictures in and maybe even print your little blog out to share.

Daddy has been singing to you lately, and talks to you a lot now. He likes to sing the I'm a little teapot song, but replace teapot with peanut. If you're short and stout, blame him :) He's also getting quite bold with the things he's saying to your mommy...he's lucky I have a sense of humor! Lately he's told me my swollen toes look like vienna sausages, and when he was trying to feel you kick he told me my belly jiggled when you kicked. And just today when the nurse was making our appointment with the anesthesiologist and she told her my BMI he whispered, that means you're a little chunky! Silly daddy, he'll learn soon enough :)

Well sweet Peanut...we're going to head to bed. I'll try to get pictures posted of your room soon! We love you and can't wait to meet you!