Week Six

has been going pretty well. I have to admit that I am not feeling that great, but from what I have read it could be worse...much worse! Mornings and later in the evening are my most uncomfortable parts of the day. Luck for Jay, he gets to enjoy them both!

Last night, Jenny came over the house for dinner with Topanga (TP) dog. It is always so nice to have company for dinner and play time with TP. I warned Jenny that dinner time has not been as easy as it usually is. I am finding out what it means when they say pregnant women have "food aversions" ....... although I have several mild aversions, turkey definitely tops the can't smell or eat list. For the first time, I might be convincing my family at Thanksgiving to buy a ham instead of a turkey!

I am also finding out why pregnant women need lots of fruits and vegetables, especially fiber filled ones. Foods are going into my body at rapid speeds (yes, I am still starving all day long), but not moving out quite as quickly. Of all the things I read about, I never thought this would happen to me.

Life has sure been interesting lately! Take care.

Tuesday, October 23rd….

was my first official OB appointment with Dr. Farmer, whom I must add was pleasantly surprised to see my back so soon. I was in his office almost exactly a month ago for a regular, yearly check-up. I was quick to tell him that I was just a surprised! His office is in Bedford, abut 15 miles from my office and about 10 from our condo.

First things first, they confirmed the pregnancy and loaded me up with tons of reading material and baby stuff. You know, the good stuff like…..breast pads, hemorrhoid cream, tips to reduce constipation and more(ha ha not really!). It’s a good thing I did not dig into the bag until I got home! The most exciting part of the visit was setting the first sonogram on November 25 at 9AM. Dr. Farmer was sure to remind me to bring my husband and I assured him that Jay would not miss.

Before I left his office, he asked me if we had told any of our family or friends yet. I told him that we did tell our families. Then he asked, “what was their reaction”? I told him since it was the first grandchild it was great news for all. Interestingly enough, he told me he has a daughter that is just about my age that is due about 2 weeks before our baby is due and that he was thrilled. He told me that it was important to keep everyone involved because it is not only a wonderful time in our life, but our families as well. So, I am following my doctors orders and trying to keep you all involved, like it or not!

By the way…the babies due date June 27th, so mark your calendars!

I have always hesitated....

starting a blog for fear that I just wouldn't be that good at it! Well, today I am turning over a new leaf. Jenny, my sister, is one of the most amazing women I know, especially when it comes to convincing me to buy into something new. As you can see, she has been up to it again! She loves blogs, so here I am chuggin' away to get my (or should I say "our" - mine and Jays) blog going.

So, before I go today....I would like to dedicate this blog to Jenny, our families and friends. Please stay tuned, we look forward to sharing our story with each of you!