37 Week Appointment

UPDATE:

We had our 37 week appointment and were not surprised to hear that Julian is in the 86th percentile and currently estimated to be weighing 7.5 lbs ALREADY! Although the measurements are usually not that accurate, I'm willing to bet he is going to be a rather large newborn. Call me paranoid, but I insisted on confirming the sex of the baby and yes, he is still very much a proud boy (if you catch my drift).

I have progressed to 2 cm dilated and am 80% effaced. The doctor would like to monitor my progress (ugh) and we can make a determination to potentially induce when I hit 4 cm. So cross your fingers that the walking helps with this process as I am impatient to meet my chunky monkey. :)

Thanks to everyone for the encouragement and support we have received throughout this wonderful experience. It's only a couple of weeks before we meet our Pumpkin and we can't wait to share him with our loved ones (but only for a little bit)!

36.5 Weeks

Time is definitely approaching... only 3.5 weeks to go, but everyone thinks it may be sooner. :)

Now I know Julian is more than likely going to be big, we will find out on Tuesday, I believe the shirt makes me look deceivingly larger (just go along with me here).

35 Weeks ~ Whoa Baby!

I have come to the realization that my once small belly is NOT SO SMALL ANYMORE... my has this kid outgrown his living quarters. I am officially 35 weeks today and it feels like I am ready to give birth. The truth is, it feels like my tummy can't possibly get any larger, but again, I'm in for another BIG surprise. It won't be long before we meet our precious son, whom we can't wait to hold and kiss!!!!!!!!!!!!

Baby Shower #2

To be this lucky is a blessing and I am one of those fortunate people to have such a loving family & lifetime of best friends. Baby shower #2 was PERFECT! Thank you to Monica, Kristina, and Kiki for making this shower such a huge success. There hasn't been one day that they haven't been there for me and Daniel and now with the newest addition, I hope to see them on Pease street more often after Julian arrives. WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH and thanks for making us feel so special!

The beautiful setup with delicious Cake, cookies, and party favors.

I didn't want to cut my yummy cake...it was just too pretty.

The food was so good that there wasn't any to spare.

The massive amount of gifts. This kid is very LUCKY!

The PROUDEST & HAPPIEST parents in the world!

My BFF's for LIFE (Vanessa is missing from the pic). Kristina & Kiki are the hostesses with the mostest! Thanks guys for loving Julian as much as we do. My life would be so different without these girls!

My wonderful BESTEST sister, another hostess with the mostest, and future babysitter. I love you sis!

The proud and impatient Grandma.
My other family who I LOVE soo much! Who said in-laws were a pain? I love MINE!

Another BFF, that came back as promised. ;-) I will be counting on Vanessa to whip me back into shape!

The collection of baby goods.

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Baby Shower #1

An honorable mention goes to my dearest friend Traci for throwing me (+ Julian) an amazing baby shower! I can not tell you enough how beautiful it all turned out, not to mention all the wonderful gifts my friends gave sweet Julian!!! I am truly lucky to have so many friends in my life that are as happy as we are to embark on this new journey. Below are a few pics of the shower...

My sweet friend Traci, who loves me very much.

I can't forget to thank James as well for picking up our delicious sandwiches and getting that yard done! ;)

The strawberry cupcakes with cream cheese were a HIT!

If I posted pictures of all the gifts, I would probably use up all the memory alloted to the blog.

The delicious food.

My pregnant buddy, Heather (+ Sophie). Sophie was so thoughtful to wait to be born. Her and Julian are going to be great friends!

A snapshot of my wonderful guests.

My co-workers who help me get by each day. I love you guys!

My lobster, who has been so awesome as a husband and daddy! He is ready to meet his BOY!