Corey and I had another doctor's appointment on Friday. To date I have gained only about 4 pounds (net). But, I think I have gained 2 of them in the past week. Seems like my belly has kind of popped out the past couple of days. My doctor said that I got a gold star for the day, because I was measuring perfectly on my size & weight. Yippee!
But, then I think she may have taken it back. : (
She says I have to start exercising (believe it or not - I had a hard time even spelling that word!) ... she asked what I liked to do - walk? swim? I don't think she liked my response of the couch. So, you will probably see us out walking the dog more and more now.
Being pregnant is so weird. It's constantly on my mind, but then sometimes it surprises me all over again that I am not only pregnant, but that I am going to be having a baby! I know - I'm weird. Life is getting a little more interesting lately though. I have noticed that I can no longer bend to pick stuff up (I have to squat a little now too, because my gut gets in the way). Corey will soon have to help push me out of bed cause I sink in pretty good now. It's a better idea for me to drive/ride in the Escape, because it is taller and easier for me to get in and out of. My hands are starting to get a little tingly at night (hopefully, that's not the beginnings of caprpal tunnel). My joints pop everytime I stand up. And, I am hungry about every hour of the day! But, in the end, it'll be worth it. As long as she doesn't come out looking like a troll! :)
Monday, March 19, 2007
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Monday, February 26, 2007
Silly Girl!
So, the other day Corey was talking to my belly. I told him he should run the names by her & see if there were any she was fond of. On one particular name she started moving around a lot. Then the other night, Corey put his head down on my belly and I'm pretty sure she tried to kick him. Lastly, Corey was joking around and asking the baby if she was Paxton's little sister ... and this got the biggest reaction. She spun around a couple of times.
I don't know if she is fond of or hates the name ... I don't know if she really tried to kick Corey or if it was a love tap ... and I don't know if she was happy to be called the dog's little sis ... but I get the feeling like she is going to be a silly little girl!
I don't know if she is fond of or hates the name ... I don't know if she really tried to kick Corey or if it was a love tap ... and I don't know if she was happy to be called the dog's little sis ... but I get the feeling like she is going to be a silly little girl!
Complaints
Today has been kind of a rough day. I woke up with really achy legs & back. And, I didn't sleep super stellar - maybe it's that 120 lb. dog on the bed?! I'm sure things are only going to get "better" from here.
I'm iron-deficient - which is pretty normal. My doctor "prescribed" me iron supplements, but they don't agree with me. I've been trying really hard to eat more iron-rich foods though. In fact I have just finished my third roast beef sandwich in the last 3 days. I'm sure I'll get bored of that quickly, but for now I am hoping it will help prevent the woozy spells.
Every once in a while in the mornings it takes about everything I have to get through my normal routine of getting ready. I sat down in the shower this morning (which is getting to be a normal occurrence), then had to sit a few times while getting dressed & putting my make-up on. And, believe me ... it doesn't take me all that long to get ready in the mornings, only about 30 minutes total. (No matter what you say, Graham ... I am not Fancy Nancy!) So, I finally made it downstairs & had to sit down while waiting for my bread to get toasted. It's so frustrating to not be up to normal speed. I think if I can just stand here for 30 more seconds then I can sit down to eat ... but, no! My body has other plans, which means either sitting & resting or fainting NOW.
Okay, okay ... enough complaining! I know my symptoms could definitely be much worse & in general things have been pretty manageable. So, I'm just hoping little girl Meurer is healthy.
I'm iron-deficient - which is pretty normal. My doctor "prescribed" me iron supplements, but they don't agree with me. I've been trying really hard to eat more iron-rich foods though. In fact I have just finished my third roast beef sandwich in the last 3 days. I'm sure I'll get bored of that quickly, but for now I am hoping it will help prevent the woozy spells.
Every once in a while in the mornings it takes about everything I have to get through my normal routine of getting ready. I sat down in the shower this morning (which is getting to be a normal occurrence), then had to sit a few times while getting dressed & putting my make-up on. And, believe me ... it doesn't take me all that long to get ready in the mornings, only about 30 minutes total. (No matter what you say, Graham ... I am not Fancy Nancy!) So, I finally made it downstairs & had to sit down while waiting for my bread to get toasted. It's so frustrating to not be up to normal speed. I think if I can just stand here for 30 more seconds then I can sit down to eat ... but, no! My body has other plans, which means either sitting & resting or fainting NOW.
Okay, okay ... enough complaining! I know my symptoms could definitely be much worse & in general things have been pretty manageable. So, I'm just hoping little girl Meurer is healthy.
Friday, February 23, 2007
Halfway to baby!
Today is the halfway point of my pregnancy. I can't believe we are already halfway there ... seems like we just found out we were having a baby. I'd hoped to have a lot more accomplished at this point in my pregnancy, but ... I still have plenty of time, right? List of to dos:
Get crib, changing table, glider, stroller, bedding, car seat, ... okay everything dealing with a baby. I do have some adorable clothes - thanks Mom! I (Corey) also need to paint the room, paint the dresser, make drapes ..... the list is never-ending isn't it?!
Anyway, life is good. My belly is getting bigger by the day. I still haven't gained much weight, but I think my belly has increased by about 2" thusfar.
Well, on a different note - sorry it has taken me so long to get back into the blogging mode. I will try to be a lot better about it. Unfortunately my blog is a little boring cause I can't include pictures without a huge hassle. I've missed telling you all about our trip to Maui (January) ... and all the pregnancy milestones from the beginning. Of course, we were a little worried to tell everyone right at the beginning and so we tried to wait until we were about 3 months along, so I couldn't really spill the beans back then. But, I will really try to be better from now on. Okay, Cara?! :)
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Halloween
Happy Halloween!
Just thinking about some of my favorite Halloween memories ... top 3 ...
1) Quinn sleeping through Halloween ... our friend Mindy (dressed as a gorilla) went to wake him up - and we all feared for her life. (Quinn is not a delicate flower when being roused from sleep - there are often feet & fists being thrown).
2) Corey dressed as Princess Leia. When Corey and I were still dating we went to a party up in Park City. He got a lot of funny looks from guys ... I don't think they could figure out if he was a chick or not.
3) When I had my long hair I dressed up as Pippy Longstockings. Hair and all! It was a major production trying to get my hair to stand out (secret weapon --- metal hanger). I would suggest not volunteering to drive with said hair ... gives a whole new meaning to "blind spots".
Just thinking about some of my favorite Halloween memories ... top 3 ...
1) Quinn sleeping through Halloween ... our friend Mindy (dressed as a gorilla) went to wake him up - and we all feared for her life. (Quinn is not a delicate flower when being roused from sleep - there are often feet & fists being thrown).
2) Corey dressed as Princess Leia. When Corey and I were still dating we went to a party up in Park City. He got a lot of funny looks from guys ... I don't think they could figure out if he was a chick or not.
3) When I had my long hair I dressed up as Pippy Longstockings. Hair and all! It was a major production trying to get my hair to stand out (secret weapon --- metal hanger). I would suggest not volunteering to drive with said hair ... gives a whole new meaning to "blind spots".
Friday, September 29, 2006
Home again!
This past week I have been in Minneapolis, MN for a business certification class. I can't even tell you how many mixed emotions I had! At first I was really, really nervous to go. But, once I was in the plane getting ready to land I remembered how beautiful it was there. I think I blocked that out - along with lots of other stuff!
I had a hard time sleeping while out there ... my hotel room faced my old office. And I was constantly nervous I would run into people that I didn't want to see. I took the bull by the horns though & went into my old office to get it over with! Over the next couple of days I was able to meet up with some of my old co-workers ... and things went relatively well. In general, things turned out much better than expected.
I got home last night & got the BEST night's sleep! First one in a week.
Funny things that happened this week:
- my boss' boss' boss' boss flipped someone off right in front of me
- my boss (4 up from me) said I was fired
- I was the only young girl in crocs & jeans in the Executive Loung eating a buttload of chocolate chip cookies in my very expensive hotel
- it snowed
What I learned this week:
- Securities Exchange Act of 1933 & 1934
- Investment Act of 1940
- Regulation 15c2-12 governing Secondary Market Disclosure
:)
- I shouldn't go back to MN alone.
- I love my life
... All in all, I am so happy to be home. I missed Corey, Pax, my daily family emails, my friends & my home. I realize how blessed I am to be where I am & to be surrounded by all of you.
I had a hard time sleeping while out there ... my hotel room faced my old office. And I was constantly nervous I would run into people that I didn't want to see. I took the bull by the horns though & went into my old office to get it over with! Over the next couple of days I was able to meet up with some of my old co-workers ... and things went relatively well. In general, things turned out much better than expected.
I got home last night & got the BEST night's sleep! First one in a week.
Funny things that happened this week:
- my boss' boss' boss' boss flipped someone off right in front of me
- my boss (4 up from me) said I was fired
- I was the only young girl in crocs & jeans in the Executive Loung eating a buttload of chocolate chip cookies in my very expensive hotel
- it snowed
What I learned this week:
- Securities Exchange Act of 1933 & 1934
- Investment Act of 1940
- Regulation 15c2-12 governing Secondary Market Disclosure
:)
- I shouldn't go back to MN alone.
- I love my life
... All in all, I am so happy to be home. I missed Corey, Pax, my daily family emails, my friends & my home. I realize how blessed I am to be where I am & to be surrounded by all of you.
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