Baby Bump shoot and Baby Shower

So this past weekend was my Baby Shower. It was fantastic fun and it was so great to see everyone. I enjoyed every conversation, and every game played. And I loved that I had my husband and guy friends there to make it more enjoyable.

Before the baby shower, Melissa came over and did our Baby Bump Photo Shoot. It was so much fun, and we came out of it with some Amazing photos. Melissa got Josh to laugh and smile and it made everything more relazed and fun.

Ever since the baby shower, I have been catching up on sleep and working on all of our last minute baby stuff. We have everything besides some extras like spare pillow covers and the crib aquarium I really want for her - it replaces the traditional mobile. All her clothes are washed, and put away - her bed is set with waterproof pads and everything is organized and put away. Our dining room finally looks like a play room, and not a storage of baby stuff. Everything has its place, including the awesome travel system (stroller with car seat) my mom got us.

Sadly, since Monday ive been feeling weird and iffy. She is obviously getting uncomfortable and lets me know it. She has been kicking and moving around trying to find a good spot. She seems to be awake more, and has woken me up numerously. Luckily Ive been so tired I dont really get up unless I REALLY have to pee. Ive been sleeping alot, like I did in the first few months. And I love naps!! Heartburn is back with a vengance, and I constantly have back pain. The worst part is, she likes buring herself into places obviously to tiny for her 4 pound body - like my ribs or my hips. She apparently takes after me, because my mom said I did the same thing starting around this time and my mom was uncomfortable the whole rest of her pregnancy (not cool). Needless to say, my mom is slightly enjoying the payback my daughter is giving me.
During the horrible storm on Tuesday, she tried to hide from the thunder, as the loud noises bothered her. Well her way of hiding was around my hips. Josh literally had to push her back in as her back stuck out of my stomach like a little bubble. I was in so much pain. Plus with the storms, the power going on and off, and the fire alarm having a glitch - I was very unhappy and didnt go to work. Ive been so uncomfortable that I not only didnt work Tuesday, but Josh went in for me tonight.

And, haha, after weeks of asking to come off overnight, my manager told Josh they will probably have me off overnights for the next schedule because I didnt come in at all this week! They say it like its a bad thing LoL im so excited. It took so long to finally get what I wanted. Im afraid of getting stir crazy, and I like having my paycheck come in because its just extra income now - but apart of me wants to quit! And if I continue on the uncomfortable trend Im going to quit soon. Im just ready for this to be done and over with. It sucks having to ask Josh to help me out of bed because my back and hips hurt =( plus, I just want to meet leilani already!!!!

Well that is all for now. Im sure I will be updating more as I wait for baby girl to arrive

30 weeks over...forever to go

I cant believe Im finding time in this hectic week to write. But I realized its been too long!

First, let me fill you in on whats been going on...

Josh friend Grace moved back down from Orlando. She is a female Josh so its entertaining to have her around! Josh and I talked and we decided to offer Grace our couch. She is paying rent and will be here til the end of the year, or atleast until I go back to work. That way, Josh will not have to get a second job and miss spending time with our new baby.

Now, This week started off with a Family dinner at Nicks for his birthday. It was nice to talk with Lynore about what to expect with Labor and Delivery. Plus we talked about all the things she used and didnt use and Im glad to know I dont need to find space in this apartment for a glyder! I got to play with Nathan alot and my little nephew is crawling! I cant believe how cute he is!! Josh is enjoying playing with him too. Josh wanted to hold him and play with him more than anyone. And nathan adored him the entire time. Nathan is noticing my belly and likes to poke and step on it. So we all tell him he has to be nice to his cousin!

Monday I attempted to sleep but that didnt work. Grace and I rearranged my bedroom to better suit the awesome crib! Robin then came over bearing a wonderful gift - the mattress. So now her area is all set up and she can come home tomorrow and be set. Man, would I love to bring her home tomorrow!

So after putting the crib settings on Robin and I headed to Holy Cross to check out the Maternity ward. I went on a tour of Broward General (which is where I was born) last week. I decided Broward General will better suit my needs. So I will be pre-registering there on Wednesday after my 8month Ultrasound. =)

On Thursday I have my 30 week checkup with Dr Fahey. Than its off to visit the Pediatrician we picked out. It turns out my pediatrician that found my hip problem still practices at the same office. I am so thrilled. So were going to visit the office. During all this I am working Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday!! AHH

But Saturday is the baby shower!!! and I cant wait to see everyone.

Leilani is running out of room in my belly. I cant believe how big I am, and how big I keep getting each week. Its amazing to see the change, even day by day. She kicks more and more, and with a whole lot more strength. Plus she beats me up if im sitting the wrong way, around really loud sounds or bright lights on my belly. She knows what she likes and dislikes - and has no problem letting me know.

Im getting stuff for Hurricane season - such as a grill Josh wanted and a cooler. With these items bought, I just think about fun days at the pool or the park playing with Leilani like my family did with me when I was little. I cant believe how things are changing; and the things that once made me happy are nothing compared to the thoughts of our family in a few months =) But thats all for now. I promise to upload the new Ultrasound picture this weekend or next!