Last 4 week checkup!!

Hard to believe that I will now be going to the doctor every two weeks! Then ultimately every week. This past Wednesday I had my last 4 week visit. Little Maddox is doing great, thank goodness. Strong heartbeat! I just love hearing his little heart beating.

I've gained 15 pounds now, which is right on target for where I should be. The weight gain since last month is probably because morning sickness has finally left me, going on about two weeks now.

Unfortunately, I am exhibiting some symptoms on the not so great side. Dr H, being the fabulous doctor that he is, picked up on a breathing issue. Once he and I discussed my breathing patterns, he listened to my lungs and determined they were fine, but wanted to do an EKG to be on the safe side, especially since I have recently started to have numbness in my left arm. The EKG revealed that I currently have a rapid heartbeat, in a resting position. I now need to go see a cardiologist.

It could be nothing. Perhaps elevated from stress or the fact that I am dehydrated. He also spoke to me about that (story of my life...I seem to always be dehydrated) and advised I need to be much more diligent about pushing water. I was worried he was going to tell me I had to go for an IV of fluids, but I guess I will have the chance to rectify the situation myself.

I have had my first limitation, other than lifting anything over 20 lbs, put on me since the pregnancy. He wanted to know about my typical day...work, home, etc. He is fine with my day-to-day life at this point, but advised that at this point, event day work seemed a bit much for me to handle. Thankfully, we only have two more events before Maddox's arrival. I was able to find someone to fill in for me this weekend for setup of a Bat Mitzvah.

So at any rate, I will be seeing a cardiologist in the coming week and then of course two weeks for my next prenatal appointment. Glucose screening again at that appointment.

My Baby Shower

On January 10th, our moms hosted a beautiful baby shower for me. We traveled back to Massachusetts for the weekend. COLD weather, but thankfully no snow! The location was the same place that we were married at, The Spencer Country Inn.

We are so lucky to have so many wonderful people in our lives. Our friends and family showered little Maddox with so much love! It was an amazing time and I was so thankful to be able to share a moment like that with so many lovely ladies! Being that we have moved far away, I was certain I would probably not have a baby shower. I was so happy to be able to share this moment in our lives with everyone!

Here are a few pictures that my fab friend Jenny Boom Boom took! (She was the "assigned" photographer for the day...sorry Jen!)

The shower was an wonderful day that I will never forget. We are so thankful for all that we have in our lives, and most importantly our family and friends.

Special delivery

I met a beautiful baby boy a couple weeks ago. Such a blessing.

Getting things ready

We have been having fun lately getting Maddox's things put together. It still amazes us that we are finally at this point! I mean, we are in the third trimester!!! For a while, I doubted our ability to ever get pregnant. That magnificent Hubs of mine never wavered his belief though. He is my rock... "You complete me".


Hubs is really enjoying putting the stuff together. I think I will enjoy more the organization process, which will begin once the room is painted. The weekend after Christmas, Hubs put together the crib. Our first son was very helpful, plopping himself down in the middle of all the action!

So this weekend begins the painting project. Hubs will be taking that one on. Ocean theme...pictures to be posted once complete! Sooooo excited!!!

Moving Maddox

Can I just tell you how much I LOVE feeling Maddox move. On January 9th, Hubs was able to feel him for the first time too, which was so exciting! Now tonight, we were laying down feeling him move and you could see my stomach jumping!! It was crazy, fascinating, and nearly moved me to tears.

I've been missed...

I know! It has been quite a while. Things were just so busy with the holidays, fashion show at work, and heading back to MA for a shower.

I have lots to blog about people, so stay tuned. My shower, the journey of putting together Maddox's stuff, the start of Braxton Hicks contractions, birthing classes...just to a name a few.

This weekend is the fashion show for a local bridal show. We have been hard at work to ensure a successful event! So excited to see it all come together! Laying easy today, until the 4:00PM rehearsal, then tomorrow I will be there all day. Look to hear back from this week. I have another event for work next weekend, which I think will be it for us until little Maddox arrives.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Have I been missed??

Truly, the holidays have taken control. So excited to have lots of family with us for Christmas! Including....our nephew Brady who we have not met yet!!! So much to be thankful for my friends. Work is crazy busy too with loads of events (which we are thankful for). I feel like I have so much to update people on. If I ever encounter restless, sleepless nights (knock on wood) I will be able to blog more. Thankfully, thus far, I am sleeping fairly well.

I could use a few more arms or at least a couple more hours in my days...if anyone can help me out with that...let me know!