Becoming Mommy: 35, 36, 37,& 38

Well, you all know she has arrived!! Yay! But I had to finish what I started (mostly for my own peace of mind). The last few weeks of pregnancy were BUSY!! We had tons of fun events that kept us going and going up until the day she came. We had those wonderful maternity photos taken by T.Y. Photography! We did some last minute shopping and nursery preparation. We had a baby shower for our sister-in-law, Anna's baby girl, Allegra! We got to attend our niece, Natalie's kindergarten graduation! Overall, the last few weeks of pregnancy were spent nesting (big time) and spending time with family, friends, and just each other. We also went on a ton of mini dates which were each a blast! Now, bear with me as I attempt to recollect the final weeks of carrying Jane in my tummy!

My last belly picture that wasn't taken in the hospital!

Cravings: Slurpees!! ALL the time! Water!

Aversions: Nothing!

Baby size: Coconut, Honeydew, Winter Melon, and Pumpkin (*spoiler* she's not shaped like a pumpkin)

Recent Emotional Feelings: I was feeling so excited. I didn't really get anxious about giving birth. I became more anxious about bringing her home and life changing so drastically. More than anything, I was just ready to be done being pregnant and to be thrown full force into mommyhood.

Recent Physical Feelings: I was feeling really energetic. I had a hard time sitting still because I would remember something that needed to be done or that I wanted to clean and HAVE to do/clean that thing! I deep cleaned the most random spaces in our house in efforts to be baby-ready!

Things I’m most looking forward to in pregnancy: Delivery!! I couldn't wait to deliver this girl! I know it seems weird, but I didn't grow up thinking birth was mysterious or scary. I knew it was natural and that really, my body was going to do the work; I just had to let it!

Things I’m most looking forward to when baby arrives: I couldn't wait to dress her! I was longing to put her in the most adorable onesies we had and place perfectly coordinated tiny headbands and bows on her head!!

Best moment of the week: Hmmm.... LABOR! THAT is a story for later though :)

Andrew’s Shining Moment: We had to schedule our 38 week appointment for a time that Andrew was working, so my mom went with me. I was happy to have my mom there but was a little sad that Andrew wouldn't be able to make it. Well, I was triaged and sent back to the waiting room. All of a sudden, the door opened and this HANDSOME cop walked in (every woman's head turned) ;) and he came straight for me! I was elated. Not only did my baby daddy make it to the appointment, but he showed up looking fine! 

Aaand here's a sneak peek for next week!!