L&D Visit!

Well, I just survived the 24 hour flu! It was miserable! On Wednesday I took Weston to the airport-he flew to Ft, Benning for work- and was fine the rest of the day! I woke up on Thursday and it was down hill from there! I had already been real tired the previous week, and I think my body was just on low. Two people at my school had just gotten over a bug and sure enough-I got it! I couldn't eat or drink anything, and was worried about getting dehydrated, so I called up to Labor and Delivery and the nurse told me to come in. I was so nauseated I could barely sit up. Perfect time for Weston to be gone:( I was so nervous and felt so bad, but I went and thank goodness I did. They were able to give me a Phenergren shot and some other medication to help the nausea and help me sleep. I didn't have to be admitted or given any fluids, but better safe than sorry! I had a friend pick me up from the hospital and take me back home. I slept the rest of the day and laid around all day friday! My body really needed that. So, I survived and hope to never have the bug while I am pregnant again!Other than that little episode, I am doing great! Baby is growing like crazy! This little rascal moves, turns, kicks, and spins all the time!! We have a very active child! Still doing good on my weight, haven't seen any stretch marks, and getting more nervous about birth. I know how this stuff works, but when it is you, it is a whole other story...We started our Birthing class two weeks ago. That is going well, and very informative. Not much I haven't seen or heard. This week we are taking our L&D tour and getting more familiar with the hospital and the way things will run when it is baby time! SCARY.....I am 30 weeks and being 7 months pregnant has its interesting moments. I am starting to get more uncomfortable and definitely have no room for my previous clothes. I am getting more and more anxious to see this little sweet baby and get the hard part over with. I still feel so blessed and I love being pregnant...althought that feeling is slowly getting less...:)My next appointment is The first of September, and we will have just gotten back from Georgia. We are going to visit our families for Labor Day. Cannot wait!Love From Texas,Wes, Rach, and Baby

Still Chuggin' Along

Well, I am now into my third and final trimester...YIKES!..I can't believe it is already this far in. I am 28 going on 29 weeks pregnanct and still loving it! I had my 25 week appointment last week and my glucose test. Both of which went well, and nothing to report other than a healthy momma and baby.This little rascal has taken kicking and moving to a whole new, much more pleasing level. I am utterly amazed at how miraculous this experience is. I love being pregnant and being able to feel everything. I have been able to feel complete movements from one side to another, and continuous kicks, jolts, and punches!

We started our Child birthing class tonight, and that was quite exciting. We were both exhausted but it was good to be there and a little scary:)Next week we learn breathing techniques and we will also have a tour around L& D the week after.

No complaints. Still working. Getting a little less flexible and a little bit more uncomfortable. But that is life being pregnant and working with 3 year olds.

Weight Gain: 14 pounds
Food Aversions: Fried Foods, Chinese
Cravings: Coke, fruit, hearty meals
Kicks: TONS
Baby's weight: 2 1/2 pounds
Swelling: none, but some days after work I notice a little difference in my feet
Appetite: PLENTY

I will continue to let you know what comes about...It's getting so close!

We love you!
Rachel and Weston