Elevator

We finished our Prepared Childbirth Class. The last class was eventful. We were on the elevator taking a tour with the other couples in the class when the elevator stopped. We were basically stuck on the elevator for 30 minutes with 5 other couples in their 3rd trimester. It was pretty exciting. Plus, kind of scary since this is where we are planning to give birth. I definitely don't want to ever get back on that elevator. The class was good and we learned a lot. Some of it was a little more than I wanted to know but I know it is good to have all the information (right?).

Big Belly

We had a great 4-D ultrasound and appointment (answered prayer).  We are now going every other week.  We start weekly appointments at 35 weeks.  I can't believe how big I am getting.  It seems like everywhere I go I get the "you look like your going to pop" or "are you going to make it until February" comments.  I agree it does seem like I have ballooned up the last week or so...  Jon has been very sweet and makes me feel pretty.  It couldn't have something to do with all the Christmas parties I've been to and all the good food I have been eating? :)  Thanks for all of your continued prayers for Garrison and mommy. 

Up Next:
32 Week Appointment Dec. 22

Bring on the Sweets

So thankful that I passed my glucose test!  I was worried because of my recent sweet tooth, but I passed.  I am very glad.  I was able to celebrate by eating whatever I wanted on Thanksgiving.  Also, I am very thankful as I enter my 3rd trimester.  I can't believe the journey we have been on - amazing to look back on it.

It seems like just yesterday we were going to Dr. Kutteh for that very first ultrasound.  I was SO nervous.  I remember seeing that little heartbeat and just answered prayers poured upon us .  I also remember Dr. Kutteh's nurse telling me that some of my nervousness would go away but that I would have anxiey or be nervous my whole pregnancy.  I remember her saying this and me thinking I won't be.  Boy was I wrong!  I know God has helped me through a lot of it however, worry and anxiety has definitely crept in at times.  I just pray through it and trust in God.  He is in control of everything and I have no control over any of it.  I know worry will not "help" anything.  I just want to enjoy my pregnancy and trust in God.

Up next:
We are starting bi-weekly appointments!
December 8 - 4D ultrasound - Our moms are coming with us :)

*Please continue to pray that Garrison York (little Jonny) is healthy, strong, and measuring on track.  Please also pray that I stay healthy and continue to support this pregnancy.  Also, that I have peace of mind and trust in God.*

Baby Lindsey has a Name

After much discussion... Jon and I decided on a name for our precious son.  His name is Garrison York.  Garrison is a name we both love plus it's after my dad who's name is Gary.  He will go by Garrison.  York is also a name that we love - plus I (heart) NYC and Jon is a huge Yankee's fan.  We wanted a name that had meaning and was special to us.  There are so many names out there it was a tough decision but, we are very happy with our little boy's name.

We had our 24 week ultrasound last week and praise God everything looked great.  All his measurments were wonderful.  The ultrasound tech was happy with everything.  However, once she told us she was going to take some fun pictures for us he literally put his head in the placenta.  So - he didn't pose for the camera.  We are going to pay to get the 4D ultrasound done - we love seeing our little boy. 

Our registry is finally complete.  Jon and I made a lot of trips to Target and Babies R Us.  We had to read every review and ask opinions of friends on lots of items.  My first shower is coming up in a few weeks - I can't believe it!  Time is going fast. :)

Up NEXT :

November 21 - Glucose Screening - hoping all those sweets I've been craving don't get the best of me.  Please pray we (Garrison and Mommy) have a great check-up!

It's a BOY!

We found out we are having a little boy!  Our ultrasound was at 18 weeks and 2 days which is the earliest we could have it.  He was 9 oz. in weight.  I can't believe it and it makes everything seem so real.  Everything looked great - which is such an answered prayer.  Of course, I had a boy feeling all along.  It was still a huge shock and so amazing.  We are working on a name and we started registering.  I can't believe we are doing all this stuff.  It is such a blessing!  Of course, the worry still comes but trusting in God through it all.  Our sweet little boy was turned facing my back so we didn't get a great look at his face.  This means we get another ultrasound at 24 weeks.  Praying everything continues to look great.

Up next:
22 Week Checkup - October 14th

24 Week Ultrasound - October 28th :)

*Thanks for your continued prayers for our sweet little baby.  Please pray for him to keep growing healthy, strong and to measure on track.*

21 Weeks Pregnant