Hi Folks,
So I haven't updated here in a while, and it's mainly because I've been trying to tie up loose ends over on the PR side. I'm running a few contests and giving away some awesome prizes over there, so if you haven't already be sure to stop by and enter! I decided to end all contests by 7/19, just because I have no idea when Baby Etheridge #2 is going to make his grand debut… and I don't want to have any outstanding deadlines.
Speaking of the baby… I'm really glad to tell you that intense pelvic pain I experienced a couple weeks ago has completely left! Thank GAWD for that! I just woke up one day…. and was able to get out of bed and move around without hobbling. Now when I sit for a while then stand It's just the normal, 3rd trimester little twinges here and there. But the excruciating pain is no longer. I think it lasted maybe a total of six days? I wouldn't wish that on anyone (lol). Well now I can just enjoy the short remainder of this pregnancy without being bothered with that.
So… I can't say I'm prepared for the baby's arrival just yet. We're still finalizing name choices, for one. Transitioning Chase to his toddler bed… is not going well at all. *smh* It's interesting, I'm so much more disorganized now than I was when carrying Chase. By 36 weeks with Chase I had my hospital bag packed… all his clothes were washed and folded in the drawers, diaper stacker was overflowing with newborn diapers, and I even had wipes in the warmer (which proved to be foolish, because that dang thing dried them out – hence why I stopped using it). But now…. I haven't packed my bag (that's on my To Do list for next weekend). And I also haven't gotten the baby's clothes together. Derek actually picked up the boxes of Chase's infant clothes from where we had them stored…. so he brought that home today. So next weekend is washing/putting away clothes. Hopefully it'll be a productive weekend. I thought this weekend would be but… it really wasn't. I just felt completely lacking energy today… all I wanted to do was lay back on the couch and let the air blow on me. So much for that 3rd trimester "nesting" period I enjoyed last pregnancy. I can't believe I didn't even get my hair done this weekend…. I really wanted to do at least that.
I have my next OB appointment this Thursday. I'm hoping we schedule the date of my cesarean at that time. Chase arrived by (unplanned) c-section at 41 weeks, so with this pregnancy I've elected for a c-section as well, primarily for medical reasons. Right now I'm conflicted about what day to choose – Sunday, August 1 or Monday, August 2? I really want to do what's least disruptive for Chase, since c-sections are major surgery and require hospitalization for up to four days. Bummer. I get sad just thinking about leaving Chase. I know he won't understand.
Anyhoo, hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! I hope it was more productive than mine, lol.
I had the same situation, unplanned c section at 41 weeks, I scheduled the c section for our daughter. His birthday is 01/03 and I was able to schedule her for 03/01
I vote for Aug 1, you’ll be home by the weekend and as long as Chase has been pretty happy and involved with the pregnancy I expect he’ll be happy and understand when you’re gone for a few days and return with his brother. My munchkins are two years apart, currently 2.5 yrs and 4+ months
Good luck on your final stretch! With my second I was not as buttoned-up either. I didn’t even pack my bag until I realized I was in labor… delivered the baby 5 hours later.
Good luck!
wow, there are soo many august bdays!! leos in the house!
i guess i am the only one wishing that u go into labor early like i did, and deliver at the end of july.
well, if you hold out till 8/3 you will always remember to celebrate 2 birthdays in one, new son and your dad… 8/3 sounds good to me!
LOL
Love, Aunt Jo
Yakini if you and Baby Etheridge can hold out how about Wed August 4. He can share it with President Obama
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I vote for August 2, it’s my birthday! Don’t be too hard on yourself. It will all come together the way it’s supposed to. You’ll have a ton of time to get everything sorted out. Trust me, you’ll miss Chase more than he’ll miss you.
wishing you all the best!
Awww I just want to say congrats again. I love reading your blog. My baby is 17 years old….LOL but I do enjoy taking a look into a “new” moms life and thinking how so many things have changed and how so many things have stayed the same. Congrats again!
I’m so excited for you!!! I vote for Aug 1!!! It’s the beginning of the week so you’ll get back to chase by the weekend
Don’t beat yourself up, you’ll be bringing him a new present Baby Brother!!! Good luck with everything, you were an absolutely beautiful preggers and you’ll be back to prissy mommyhood X2 in no time.
I vote for Sunday, 8/1–first day of the week, first day of the month, first week of the month.
Monday August 2nd…that’s my birthday
Hey, that’s what your own mommy is for– to take up the slack for you during these last weeks!! Say the word, I’m I’m there to begin my grandmommy shift and carry out the commands on your list!
p.s. Don’t worry about missing Chase while in the hospital– I’ll bring him by to give you and baby brother a big kiss in between our hanging out together…LOL!! vs. being stuff in his preschool all week…lol I love you, mommykins!
Don’t be so hard on yourself about not having everything ready. Remember that this is baby #2. So, last time you didn’t have a busy toddler to keep track of. I’m sure that you will get your hospital bag packed in time for the big day.
Good luck with everything! Hope it all goes smoothly..
Girl, I have been there and understand what you are going through. You will have everything necessary ready I am sure. It’s hard when you have a little one already so just take your time. Isn’t it wonderful that you can schedule the birth? It makes your planning so much easier! Side note: that wipes warmer is pure foolishness! I had one and returned it. I’m excited for your new little one to be making his debut soon and everything with Chase will fall into place. I wish you all the best Yakini!!! ((hugs))
Aww..it’s almost time! I’m so excited! There is a lot to do..but I am sure it’ll be ok! I wanna know these name choices! I like August 1st..Something about being born on the FIRST day of the month seems cool
I wish you well Yakini… you’re at the home stretch! I can’t wait to see Baby Etheridge #2.. and I say have the C-Section on the greatest day of August.. August 3rd *cough* my birthday *cough*…
*hugs*