Baby Shower # 1

Yesterday was my first of two baby showers. It was hosted by my cousin Jennifer who lives in Chicago and one of my best friends, Linsey. It was very nice and I got some super cute things. Thank you guys!

A few pictures:

The food table


Cake from Rick's Bakery in Fayetteville - yummy!


Me


Grandmommy's to be


Sabrina & I


Winnie & I


Gift Table


Baby Uggs


Cute little onesie from Keep it Gypsy


Juicy Couture Pacifiers


Lots of Hair Accessories

31.5 Week Prenatal Appointment

I had my 31.5 week prenatal appointment on Monday. Although my blood pressure looked better, they discovered that I am now anemic. So, I'll start taking iron supplements. I have been super tired lately, but just attributed that to the pregnancy.

We're making progress on Aden's new room. We have chair rail up. James and Aden's nana painted the bottom portion of the wall. Toddler furniture is in and assembled. All that is left is to arrange the furniture how we want it and finish the nautical decor. I hope to have pictures to post soon!

My first shower is this weekend and I am really looking forward to it!

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Aden desperately needs some new spring clothes, so I'm go on a shopping trip to Old Navy this weekend. I so wish we had a babygap here! =( I don't think I have the time or the energy to drive to Fayetteville. Tomorrow James and I are going to be working on finishing Aden's new room, so that we can get the nursery ready.

Shopping problem

I always knew that this would be an issue if/when I had a baby girl! I haven't even had any showers, and yet I continue. I will say that I have bought clothes mostly and I like to pick them out myself anyway!

Well, I found this diaper bag on sale at www.pureandhonestkids.com for only $38 (originally $90). I love damask, so I decided that I had to have it. I will have it monogrammed in light pink if we ever decide on a name.

Lovin' this weather...

And so sad that it is about to come to an end. We've been spending some time outdoors lately. Aden *loves* to play outside. Here are a few pictures from the last few days:

Having Fun


The playhouse that mimi bought Aden

Getting Cleaned Up

We have a few outdoor projects planned at the house. We are going to double the size of our little backyard patio, have the backyard sodded, and buy Aden a swingset. After much research, I'm leaning toward the Step2 Brand Plastic Set. I love the look of the wooden sets, but the maintenance & set up seem a bit much. Then there is also the issue of splinters. Here's is a picture of the set I'm leaning towards:

29.5 Week OB Appointment

Yesterday we went for my 29.5 week appointment with Dr. Rainwater. I have gained 26 lbs. thus far. Ugh! And still have 7.5 to 10.5 weeks remaining. The measurements and heartbeat were good. My blood pressure has started to rise a little, although Dr. Rainwater says that it is still within the normal range. I'm really concerned that I may be getting preeclampsia once again. With Aden, I was diagnosed with pre-e and put on bed rest at around 35 weeks. Due to the severe swelling, difficulty breathing, etc., I knew that something was wrong some time before the official diagnosis.

Anyways, I will begin seeing my OB every 2 weeks now, instead of four. I will keep you posted with pregnancy updates.