26 weeks

Oh Geez. The closer I get to 30 weeks, the more freaked out I get! I'm super excited to have Levi, but there is still lots to do. This weekend we will finish getting his nursery together. Or at least almost finish! I'm still searching for a chaise lounge to put in there. I am going to try to take it easy this weekend though. Last weekend I TOTALLY over did things and hurt so bad Sunday night. My whole body was achey and it hurt to move. I didn't think we really did that much, but I am pregnant. I just forget sometimes and over book our days and especially weekends! Plus, Eric is taking Algebra right now and needs my help. So we will have to get used to making more time for that. At least for the next 6 weeks until that class is over.

I had my diabetes test this week and it came back normal. Big relief. I really wasn't that worried I would have a problem, but I really fear that long 3.5 hour test! Lots of people have to take it that don't have gestational diabetes. One hour was long enough to walk around, keeping Brady entertained, on no caffeine! Momma needs her morning coffee! Even Brady knows when we pull in a Starbucks parking lot. He yells, “Coffee!!” Which is exactly where we went after my appointment ;) I feel like I should leave a disclaimer: I only drink two small cups each morning and then about 100-120 oz of water the rest of the day. This keeps my bladder happy and keeps me from swelling! I'm very pleased :) I had already reached the point of not being able to wear my wedding rings by probably 24 weeks pregnant with Brady.. Not so good! They still fit perfectly right now.

I've gained 22 lbs now. All I can do is compare my pregnancy to my other pregnancy. Nothing else! And I'm doing WAY better. I walk 4-6 miles on the treadmill each week. I mark it on the calender so I'm accountable. I drink tons of water. I watch my sodium and fat intake. No fast food! Those things are working for me. I compare pics each week to my pregnancy with Brady. BIG difference. Don't try to look for them on facebook.. they're private now ;) For good reason!

Brady and I are getting ready for his Preschool at our church to start on Tuesday. I'm so excited for him! I can't stop thinking about it and reading, ahem, rereading through all the paperwork. We met his teachers yesterday (they're great!) and saw his classroom (adorable!). It's the same room he is in for Sunday school. That helped A LOT! As soon as we walked in, he was down and playing with all the toys and totally comfortable. Ms. Lisa is also his Sunday school teacher! The routine of that will surely help us get used to things. Eric gets to come with us to drop Brady off on Tuesday morning! I'm so glad!

Brady and I are best buds and always together. It will be a huge adjustement for the both of us. They have a schedule they stick to every day and a new curriculum each month. So he will learn a lot, make new friends, and get used to listening to other adults and getting along with other kids when I'm not there. I get anxiety thinking about it, but I know he will be better for it! That's what matters. I don't wanna be a clingy mom! I trust our church and the teachers completely. That's a must!

There's also the bonus that I can now run errands, make doctor appointments, grocery shop, clean, and sleep on Tuesdays and Thursdays by.my.self! I don't remember what that's like!? I plan on making the most of the time before Levi gets here and then of course, I'll have 2 days a week with just Levi. That should help me transition to Mommy of 2 and keep Brady from being resentful that he's all cooped up because of the baby.

I'm planning out Levi's newborn pictures, which is so much fun! I didn't really plan much with Brady, I just let Melissa do her thing. This time, I know we've got to use Eric's cammies and blues. Do a few cute things since it's Christmas time and use Sugar :) It'll be fun for sure!

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                                                      26 weeks

                                          Headed to Preschool Orientation!

                                                   His adorable shirt

23 weeks

Brady and I went to my appointment this morning. Levi is doing very well. He's perfectly healthy, measuring correctly, and has a strong heartbeat. He moves a TON! I'm always feeling jabs and pokes. Sometimes I jump because he loves shocking my bladder! Lol. I don't mind the constant peeing so much, but sometimes my bladder just aches :( But I've been drinking so much water that my bladder is hanging in there!

Other than always worrying about my bladder retention, I also have sciatic nerve pain. I did not experience this at all with Brady. It really surprised me to feel that sharp, pinching pain! I almost fell down it was so shocking and painful. Thankfully, it's been brief and only in the evening and night (so far anyway!) I think I'm carrying Levi A LOT lower than I carried Brady. That's just my theory!

Dr. Doan gave me the go ahead on attending the Marine Corps Ball this year!! :) Wouldn't normally need permission ;) But I will be 36 weeks and 1 day pregnant and the ball is in Galveston. Everything is going very well with this pregnancy and Galveston is only about 1 ½ or 2 hours away. Thank God I found a website with pretty maternity dresses at good prices. I was scared!! Being 6 feet tall and almost 9 months pregnant.. I thought a dress might just be impossible!

I go back on the 27 for my gestational diabetes test. By my next regular appointment, Brady will be in school =) I'm so excited for him! And me :) At today's appointment, Brady thought it was hilarious to take my flip flops off and put them in the magazine rack.. haha. I know it will be tough at first, since we have spent 2 years together all day, every day. But I know he will have a lot of fun, learn a lot, and make some good friends. Everyone that works at our church is so nice and wonderful to the kids. We picked up Brady from the nursery on Wednesday night after church and communion and Brady gave a big ol kissie to the lady who had been holding him. It was late and he was tired. She was so good to him. It's normally very difficult for me to leave Brady. And that's with family! Lol They make me feel great about it at church.

Levi's room is really coming along. We've got the furniture and bedding set up. The glider is in there. So is our deep freeze :/ Oops! Gotta find a new home for that!! Haha. This weekend, my goal is to get some clothes put away, find a new changing pad cover, get a little basket, spray paint the curtain rod, and get a new valance that matches :) Hobby Lobby & Target, here I come :)

                                                    Brady and his Bears :)

                                              Why didn't I move those boxes??