Week 26

• Had follow-up ultrasound: as expected, it was confirmed that the umbilical cord is attached perfectly! Saw our beautiful baby - pictures to come.

• Passed the glucose test! And found out I'm a little anemic.

• Wondering how much weight I'll gain with the pregnancy.

• Starting to get used to less sleep.

• Already bored by my maternity wardrobe.

• Enjoying watching my belly shift and move in the evening after dinner.

• Picked up the crib from Babies R Us!

Week 25

• Feeling my stomach streeeeetching

• Noticed some new painful varicose veins on my legs

• Set up stroller with Michael

• Began cleaning out second bedroom to make room for baby

• Looking forward to ultrasound this week

• Beginning to work on a will

• Back to Lucky Charms

• Feeling like there's not enough time to get done all I want to

Week 24

• Had a little scare on Monday and was in the hospital for most of the day

• BUT everything turned out to be just fine, and in fact...

• We found out that the umbilical cord is okay! Attached just fine!!!!!

• The other night Michael was singing up close to the baby. He said, kick once if you like my singing. And baby kicked twice. Then he said, kick twice if you want me to keep going. And baby kicked once. :)

• Purchased first decorative item for baby's room

• Enjoyed a trip to Babies R Us with the new Grandparents (Michael's parents) for goodies for baby

• Cleaned out closet of clothes that no longer that fit and swapped for maternity clothes

Week 23

• Baby and I are still loving Root Beer

• Experiencing some serious pregnancy side effects like waking up with leg cramps. Also found out I have carpal tunnel - that same day I went out and got a wrist brace - CARPAL TUNNEL = TERRIBLE PAIN.

• Had one good night of sleep this last week

• Baby's room is filling up with stuff (not all of it for him or her, I must admit)

• Really anxious to get to the next ultrasound, proud of myself for being patient so far

• While gardening on Saturday, my assignment was rock removal on the tractor - think Baby liked the movement!