Combining all the blogs I wanted to save to this one place over the last week gave me the opportunity to read a lot of them from over the last few years and notice that I haven't kept up with blogging about this pregnancy nearly as much as I did in the last two. Let's just say I've been a bit busy running after the two tiny divas that currently run this household.
I thought since I had a few rare moments of peace before bed, I would write a brief update on little Corbin and my (oh so definitely) last pregnancy, as well as a few other things going on in the Stevens' household.
On Friday I had an appointment with my midwife, Ruth, and discovered that Corbin is - yet again - measuring large for his gestational age. Big boys run in my family, and this continued increased growth rate scares the hell out of me. Aidynn was 8lbs 11oz, and Kindle was 7lbs 15oz, and they were right on track up to delivery.
Anyone know any prayers for delivering a less than 10 pound baby? They would be appreciated!
He is a strong little thing too. He's about 16" in length and a little over 3lbs but you'd never guess that low if you felt some of these kicks!
Friday I also got an answer to a big concern I have had over the last few months - the issue of why I can't breathe recently? I have asthma! I dealt with asthma when I was a kid, but by the time I left high school the issue seemingly resolved itself. I haven't used an inhaler for 15 years, nor have I been on medication or seen a doctor for it. Just one of the strange events that can happen during pregnancy. I just hope it goes away post-partum so I can start running again.
We are pretty much ready for his arrival! Crib is set up, clothes are bought, diapers and wipes, blankies, carseat, and his swing, everything I could think of I've been working on since September. The other day I realized that he needs a stroller, (we use a double pink jogging stroller for the girls) but hopefully we won't need it much and I will be able to wear him more now that I am a stay at home mom.
As for crafty notes, I got a new sewing machine! Yah! So far I have made Corbin a satin and flannel dinosaur blankie which his sisters keep trying to usurp, but I have a few big projects in store far beyond my tutu making. They just require a little more sewing skills than I currently possess. (PS I plan on posting a tutu-tutorial in the next few weeks on how I make my pretties and where to get the materials, embellishments, etc... so you can avoid all those boutique high prices and make your own!) I'm impatiently waiting on my quilting cutting mat and accessories to arrive (ordered them through Joann's 50% off online sale and saved about $50!) and in the meantime trying to plan ahead projects... even though I already have 5 waiting on me.
Needless to say, I've been exhausted. Moody. Pregnant. Far beyond either of my other pregnancies. Hubs deserves a lot of appreciation for his levels of tolerance for all of the above. He's pushed a few boundaries with me in the last few months, but overall, he's been understanding. I've gotten to the point where I realize that I annoy the hell out of myself right now. I'm cranky and whiny and I can' keep up with things. I forget everything. I push a lot of my responsibilities onto him to prevent any more discomfort than I have to endure. He runs most of the errands and helps with the housework, he's still making almost every meal, and yet he doesn't complain (much). Yeah... I guess he's not so bad.
Ohh yes, and then the girlies. They are fabulous.
Aidynn is love, LOVE, LOVING Christmas! She doesn't even know about the presents yet! Anything to do with Christmas, or the Christmas Tree, or Santa Claus though - she's hooked. Have I mentioned how incredibly smart she is? Scary smart I tell ya. Also recently she's been singing up a storm. She loves to sing!
Kindle is my beautiful ball of chaos. The number of bruises this kid gets from climbing things and the fearless wrestling matches she has with the cat that leave her with scratches concerns me. Climbing onto the dining chairs... to then climb onto the table... and stand on top of it is a favorite of the moment. Also a favorite is the game of "Let's take off with something Mommy is using and run away... then pretend like you're coming back to give it to her... and run away again laughing!" My devilish darling! But then... she is still my snuggle baby. Hugs and kisses all the time. She has also taken to singing. It's very cute.
Another current turn of events is the separation anxiety they both have had for DADDY!
Everything is Daddy. Especially with Kindle. First thing in the morning and last at night it's Daddy. Aidynn is forever Daddy's girl, she has been since the day she was born.
They have both stolen his heart. I can tell he loves them more than everything and he just thinks they are the most awesome kids. Of course, they are both so much like him! Example? He never taught them how to sing it, or even the words, but on our way to the grocery store the other day BOTH girls began singing...
"Nanananananananananananana.... BATMAN!"
Yeah... if you know my husband, you know he loves his Batman.
Ok, so that's a catch up (Geez and I thought I would have nothing to write!) a few things left out here and there, but I will try to be more active abotu writing this all down.
It's nice going from the last community of around 100 subscribers, back to just a few close friends and random readers. I dunno, makes it feel more personal.
Much love,
xoxo,
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