33 weeks 4 days

Yup, we’re now counting weeks AND days I guess! Saw Dr. Thatcher Monday morning, my “doctor rotation” is finally over! When the nurse was trying to get a heartbeat reading with their hand held doppler radar device, Gracie was not cooperating & the nurse even asked her, out loud, to “be a good girl”. I couldn’t help but laugh. Guess she’s going to be a stubborn one - nothing like me of course!

When she finally did cooperate, her heartbeat was 157, just perfect. Though we were at 33 weeks 4 days Monday, we measured 35 weeks. Gracie is approx. 4.5 - 5lbs now and Dr. Thatcher expects her to be between 8-8.5 lbs if we make it full term. I made her promise that she’ll induce me before we get to 8.5lbs!

Our next appt is on Thursday June 3. At that time, Dr. Thatcher will have a better idea of timeline and her size. They will most likely do an ultrasound as well.

Things are finally settling down & we’re hoping to begin a sense of normalcy at our new home. The dogs are definitely settled in and are doing great with the steps.

On Saturday, Dana, Kristy & Hilary hosted an AMAZING baby shower for us. I couldn't have asked for anything more. They thought of every detail. A wreath made of receiving blankets & pacifiers, a slide show of baby pics of me & Jared, fantastic food, refreshing drinks and a station for guests to make onesies for baby Gracie. My mom made the trip from PA and so happy that she got to share that day with us! Jared's mom, aunt & cousin also came down from PA to surprise me. I was very surprised & thrilled they attended!

We received a lot of gifts and are so thankful. This weekend we plan on going to get the other items we need before her arrival.

Here's a link to some pics:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=58709&id=1452882215&l=3d6236b042

How am I feeling? Really excited and nervous at the same time.

How do I look? More pregnant than I ever imagined possible.

What am I craving? Chocolate, peanut butter and coffee.

What do I miss? Having regular sized feet - between massive amounts of water retention and the heat, my feet hurt & are extremely swollen.

What am I looking forward to? Finishing all of the laundry & getting the nursery set up. I'm pretty sure Gracie has more clothes than me & Jared combined!

Weight gain? Not keeping track anymore.

Discovery of the week? Time is running out & we need to watch the child birth videos so we can be as prepared as possible.

Things I'm thankful for? Our friends & family. For support, attending the shower, the many wonderful gifts & everything you will do for us in the future.

Have a great week! Thanks for reading!
Love,
Sara