I am somewhere around 16-17 weeks pregnant. It's hard to tell after the ultrasound when they measure and change things, but it's close enough :) They asked me at my doctors appointment yesterday if I have felt the baby move yet, but I can't way I am to sure. When they tell you it can feel alot like gas (something that I have more of these days) it is hard to tell (ha!) It was so good to hear the baby's heart beat and know that he or she is growing and healthy as far as anyone knows. Sometimes it doesn't feel real until I hear that heart beat again.
My sister has 12 weeks left, which is just insane. I am so glad that she is having a baby and I will not be far behind, and yet I won't be able to be there to meet the little guy when he comes into the world because I won't be able to travel.
We are starting to plan baby showers for her and myself (at least the ones I have to travel for). It is exciting, and yet overwhelming when I think about all of the things we need to register for. Research one day at a time to pick out so many items, that I may or may not know how to use :) I know things are returnable, but I am very slow to buy anything even for myself and now I have to pick out things for someone who is not here, and not know if they will use it or not. It's just pure craziness...
It's time to start taking the fun weekly belly pics, but there are so many creative ideas on Pinterest that I just know which one to choose.
I can't wait to be a mommy, I used to think that single and independent was the way to go, but I see the joy God has in creating families and I am excited and truly blessed!
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Baby Product Comparison
16 weeks along, and took my first trip to Baby's R Us to start looking at all of the things we will soon need for Baby Madison. Tooooo many stinking options out there. It is crazy, but I choose not to let it be overwhelming. Just taking it one item at a time and starting the research.
I started with strollers/car seats/travel systems and have it narrowed down to 2 or 3, which I think is a good start considering all that is out there. Not only do I have to pick one out, but then find the best place to buy it. Whether I am buying it or someone else buys it for me, I still have to find the best price, it's just the way I am...
Breast Pumps can cost a ridiculous amount of money! I remember the manual one my mom had. They still make manual ones, but now there is electric, and kits and fancy travel bags and the list and price go on and on. But, I think I have at least picked a brand I like :)
Bottles have been my next tricky decision. I started wanting the Playtex bottles with the disposable bags that our parents used. But, now I am thinking of glass bottles, since plastic, even BPA free bottles are still plastic and not as healthy or safe for anything or anyone. But with the Playtex bags you can get the air out, with the glass it is not so easy.
If formula is necessary, I also have many decisions there. All baby formulas contain vegetable oil, and it's usually a top ingredient. Vegetable oil is terrible for anyone, I can't imagine it's good to feed so much to a baby. Yes I know people have been using formula for years, but the health of people has also decreased over the years because of our poor foods. I want to make my own formula, but there sure is alot of controversy out there.
But on a fun note I think I felt the baby for the first time last week. The fluttering, that I have never felt before. It was quick and I don't think I realized it at first, but it is just crazy that there is life growing in my belly, forming into a little person who I will be responsible for. Can't Wait!
I started with strollers/car seats/travel systems and have it narrowed down to 2 or 3, which I think is a good start considering all that is out there. Not only do I have to pick one out, but then find the best place to buy it. Whether I am buying it or someone else buys it for me, I still have to find the best price, it's just the way I am...
Breast Pumps can cost a ridiculous amount of money! I remember the manual one my mom had. They still make manual ones, but now there is electric, and kits and fancy travel bags and the list and price go on and on. But, I think I have at least picked a brand I like :)
Bottles have been my next tricky decision. I started wanting the Playtex bottles with the disposable bags that our parents used. But, now I am thinking of glass bottles, since plastic, even BPA free bottles are still plastic and not as healthy or safe for anything or anyone. But with the Playtex bags you can get the air out, with the glass it is not so easy.
If formula is necessary, I also have many decisions there. All baby formulas contain vegetable oil, and it's usually a top ingredient. Vegetable oil is terrible for anyone, I can't imagine it's good to feed so much to a baby. Yes I know people have been using formula for years, but the health of people has also decreased over the years because of our poor foods. I want to make my own formula, but there sure is alot of controversy out there.
But on a fun note I think I felt the baby for the first time last week. The fluttering, that I have never felt before. It was quick and I don't think I realized it at first, but it is just crazy that there is life growing in my belly, forming into a little person who I will be responsible for. Can't Wait!
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