No progress...

Our doctors visit this morning went much better than our last visit. However, Dr. Gregory said that I haven't progressed at all. We are scheduled to go back next Friday the 29th. They will perform an ultrasound again and then check my progress. If Nicholas doesn't arrive by next Friday, Dr. Gregory will schedule me to be induced (we are thinking probably the next Tuesday - June 2).

I'm really trying to be patient, but I'm so anxious to meet our son! I just need to put everything in God's hands and trust that He knows best.

Belly Pics

We have documented my belly pretty much throughout the pregnancy. You can tell from the pictures below that some days are better than others. I have to say I'm blessed to be so tall as I can still reach my toes, shave my legs, etc even with my gigantic belly. Our next appointment is on Wednesday (exactly 39 weeks). I'm hoping to get an update on my progress since I didn't get one last time.

We did have an ultrasound at my last appointment. Apparently Dr. Favor (not my doctor) is super cautious and when I told her Nicholas wasn't moving as much, she was concerned. Everything measured great on the ultrasound and his heart rate is normal as well.

Happy Mother's Day!

We would like to wish a special Happy Mother's Day to Gigi, Mimi, Grandmother, Mamaw, Beth and Nancy! We went to Mimi and Pop's church today to celebrate. At one point the preacher had all the moms stand up. The sweetest old man sitting in front of us told me to stand up half-way. The countdown is definitely on... It will be interesting to find out my measurements at this Friday's appointment.

Has Nicholas "dropped"?

This morning I woke up to realize that it had just become much easier to turn over in bed. I had read in a few of my pregnancy books that the baby will "drop" 2-4 weeks before he's due. This just means that he's getting ready for the real thing and it will be easier for me to breathe and eat larger meals with out the heartburn - woohoo! We go back to the doctor on Thursday, so I will ask her to verify that Nicholas has in fact dropped.

Fantastic Birthday and Shower!

Yesterday was my 28th birthday and our last baby shower. Brad and Beth (Gabe's sister and our brother-in-law) hosted a football themed couples diaper shower. All I can say is they went way above and beyond any expectations and we had a wonderful time! We are so blessed to have Beth and Brad in our lives that care so much to put so much time and effort into the wonderful night!

We played several games that included taking me out of the room and everyone had to write down what I was wearing - whoever remembered the most accurately won. After that they had the guys compete by seeing who could drink tea the fastest out of a baby bottle without taking the top off. Mike (Gabe's dad) won easily by ripping a hole in the nipple of the bottle - very creative! Then we all played a game where Brad read several questions and the answers to the questions were a candy that had been placed on the coffee table (What will the hospital bill cost? 100 Grand candy bar, etc). It was so much fun!

Thanks to everyone who came to the shower! We are loaded up with diapers and wipes! It's hard to imagine that we will ever run out, but I know that is far from the truth...

Regions Baby Shower

Thanks to all Gabe's coworkers at Regions, we had yet another wonderful shower! We even had a cake with our picture on it (look familiar?)!



We received lots of great gifts - clothes, blankets, Alabama gear (of course), and one of Gabe's favorites Boudreaux's Butt Paste and Butt Bath.

Hiccups

A few weeks ago, I started feeling this really faint, but consistent kicking. I soon realized that this was not kicking and was actually Nicholas with the hiccups. It lasted for several minutes and was rather comical. Since that first time, it seems like he gets them at least once a day. According to Dr. Favor, hiccups is a good sign, so I'm taking her word for it.