First Trip to Labor and Delivery!!!!

After having the flu for the entire week last week, and feeling Logan kick, roll, hiccup and squirm all day and night all week, when I didn't feel him on Monday and then Tuesday I started to get a little nervous. So on my way to the lab for my Glucose and blood work I called the nurse to let her know that I was a little concerned. She said I needed to head straight to Labor and Delivery at the hospital. No need to stop by the lab, let's put your fears, concerns and mind at ease by checking on him.

So I headed on over and the nurse was very kind, she checked me right in, put me in a room by myself and hooked me up to the fetal monitor for about 30 minutes or so. I got to lay there and listen to the sweet sound of Logan's hearbeat. Of course after about 5 minutes he started in all over again, kicking and rolling. I think he was just resting from the flu the week before.

After my mind was at ease we headed over to our first Childbirth Preperation class. That was very informative and fun. We were able to get a little prepared for what to expect when I go into labor and how much support Mitchell will need to provide to me when everything starts to happen. We have our next class on Tuesday next week, and then it is baby shower time!!!!!

The FLU!

Well we got the flu on Tuesday last week!! It was not fun, I was running a fever and vomiting, Mitchell was at work so my mom had to come over from work and make some chicken broth and bring me a thermometer so that I could take my temp. My doctor refused to see me as I was running a fever, and with the concern of the swine flu going around they didn't want to take any chances of me infecting anyone else. The fever lasted from Tuesday thru Thursday, I still wasn't seen by the doctor. I attempted to go to work on Thursday, but while driving I was feeling very nauseas and dizzy, I immediatly turned around and went back home. When I called the nurse this time she indicated that I needed to stay in doors and away from people until all of my symptoms were gone for a couple of days.

You are probably asking did I get the Seasonal Flu shot, and Yes I did, about 3 weeks prior. So I must have been exposed sometime earlier to get the flu. However, I have not and will not be getting the Swine Flu vaccine, after lots of research and family discussion (Mitchell and I) as well as talking with 4 of our doctors, we have decided it is not the best decision to get it for us. So we will continue Vitamins, healthy eating habits, washing our hands, and most importantly staying away from anyone that is sick.

"He kicked me and Daddy too!"

Sorry we haven't written in awhile, we just haven't had much time. Getting Logan's room finished and spending time away. So let's see, where to begin..........

Sept. 25th, HE KICKED ME!! and I mean not just a little light kick he kicked and kicked and kept at it for a few minutes. Mitchell wasn't home, he was at work so of course I called the station to give him the news. He didn't want to believe it and was very jealous. But have no fear....... on

Sept. 27th at 19:57 while daddy and I were watching TV, daddy was resting his hand on mommy's belly and Logan was at it again! Mitchell's face lit up with excitement and he wouldn't and still to this day won't keep his hands off my belly. Which is a good thing, because Logan and daddy already have a bond. Whenever Mitchell's hand is on my belly Logan starts to kick and roll around.

Now I am already 25 weeks and I am sure that even without Mitchell's hand on my belly Logan is going and has started to kick without any encouragement. We talk to him, read to him and tell him how much we love him. Well, maybe I should rephrase that, I tell him these things and read to him. While Mitchell tells him all about Mommy and her emotional roller coaster that she is on. I AM PREGNANT, what does he expect! :) We will be in touch!

Thank you Nana!!!

Nana came by on Saturday to deliver the bassinet, diapers (cloth) and help with planting in the backyard. This is where Logan will be sleeping when he comes home from the hospital. It rocks, and the basket comes right out of the frame so that you can set him anywhere in the house. Now he has a comfy place to sleep for his first couple of months. (maybe more.....)

We were able to get all of the diapers washed and ready for his arrival, I think I am going to be nesting the entire 9 months. I just can't seem to sit still, everytime I think of something that needs to be cleaned, washed, planted or fixed we get right to work. Some people say I may have a little bit of OCD, but I am just excited to prepare for his arrival, and any little thing I can do ahead of time, like washing diapers and putting them back together, helps keep me relaxed.

Stay tuned for more to come with Logan's room.........Daddy is still working on that closet.

Clean Bill of Health....

We went for our 20 week ultrasound on Tuesday. Everything is accounted for, he has 10 fingers and toes, a nose just like his Daddy. We were lucky enough to watch him in the womb for close to 45 minutes while the ultrasound technician made sure everything was growing as expected.

Mommy didn't do too well with that though, laying on your back with the weight of your uterus pressing down on your main blood flow can cause and did cause a little bit of nausea and light headedness. The technician was kind enough to let me roll to my side so I was able to get the blood flowing properly though. Logan was doing just fine while all of this took place, he rolled around, moved his arms, and legs. Also, as you can see from the picture was sure to show us that he likes to suck his thumb. I don't think he is very photogenic though, everytime the technician had the point of interest to take a picture Logan was sure to move.

We want to be sure and WARN you now...........Lock up your daughters!!!!!!!! As his dinha said he is going to be POPULAR!!!!!

Yes, You are looking right between his legs, we knew from our extra testing, that there was no doubt he is a boy, however we want to be sure and share with everyone a picture of proof!

Now you can't say that we didn't warn you!

We did It, We are officially Registered!!!!!

Mitchell and I did it, we went up to Sacramento and registered for EVERYTHING that we need. I don't think he realized how much it takes to care for a baby. He had more fun doing the toys, and bath time goodies than anything else. Goore's in Sacramento is a huge, 30,000 square foot warehouse complete with everything you need. I picked there to register first because although it is far away, you can shop online and if you go to any other baby store and buy something that is on my registry at Goore's you simply tell the store you are at to request the item be taken off my registry at Goore's and they make the call. But have no fear we are also registered at Target and Pottery Barn Kids, for those of you that wish to go into a more local store.

I went with Dinha (Lisa) to Target on Thursday night to get that completed, that was fun. She was so excited, and was reminding me of when she had Amy, almost 14 years ago! Wow!! I really do know how time flys, I am cherishing everyday of being pregnant and will cherish everyday when Logan is finally here.

I am starting to feel like myself again, which is good. No more morning sickness, headaches or nausea. YEAH!!!! The first three months were rough. We will keep you up to date, next week we have our 20 week check up with Dr. King, whom is fabulous by the way. Then we are off to Walnut Creek for our final two appointments with the prenatal specialist and prenatal cardiologist. Can't wait to hear Logan's hearbeat, I wish I had a hearbeat monitor.

Garage Sale & Yard Work!!

While Grandpa Caldwell, Nana and Daddy did some yard work for Mommy, she was off making some money.........

at the Garage Sale!!!! it ended up being a very successful sale. We made some money, but most importantly got rid of most everything. Customers, of course started arriving at 7:30, and even though Mommy had been up since 3:30 I got right into it and bargained away.

Also, while the sale and yard work was going on Nana painted Logan's crown molding. Stay tuned to see Logan's room complete.