July 25, 2012: 25 weeks

25 weeks!

July 24, 2012

Filling out our preadmission forms for the hospital!

July 18, 2012: 24 weeks!!

It's finally arrived!  24 weeks!  I've been waiting for this day for what seems like forever.

Here's why!

• The child is now gaining around 3 ounces a week
• Baby weighs about 1.3 pounds and is 12 inches long
• If born at this stage, the baby is officially considered viable, so he may well be able to survive!

So yay for Sammy!  You made it, little guy!  You are no longer an ambiguous little embryo, but a living, moving, almost breathing baby!  We are all anxious to meet you, but stay in my belly a little longer because you still have some cooking to do :)

July 13, 2012: 23 weeks 3 days

Watch Sammy kick!!! 

Remember, he only weighs about a little over a pound, so they're very subtle kicks.  (You can tell he's kicking when the camera bounces, or if you notice my belly move.  The slight camera bounces is from my heart beat.)

July 9, 2012

Binky

Meet Binky, the blue nosed panda from the My Blue Nose Friends series.  http://carteblanchegreetings.com/mybluenosefriends/wardrobe/friend/binky
After purchasing Binky at our local Barnes n Noble, I have fallen in love with the Blue Nose Friends stuffed animals.  They are so soft and cuddly, not to mention absolutely adorable! Hopefully Sammy will love his little blue nose friend as much as his mother does!  Hehe!  

Just wanted to share my new toy discovery with the family.  I chose Binky for obvious reasons (I LOVE PANDAS!) but I know Scott liked some of the other animals a bit better.  They're all so darn cute though that it's hard to choose!  Here's a link to all the Blue Nose Friends if you want to see the others!  http://carteblanchegreetings.com/mybluenosefriends/products/show/plush

Lastly, if you hear Sammy calling out for his "Binky", don't assume he means his pacifier!

July 8, 2012: 22 weeks 5 days

When my dearest friend from Pittsburgh relocated to Phoenix, we were so excited to be close to each other once again... and then we realized how far apart we still truly were.  Consequently, we've only been able to see each other one time since the move.  BUT, today makes visit #2!  Us two mamas spent some much needed girl time at the Santa Monica Pier.  Maria is a real trooper trekking through the sand at almost 9 months pregnant!

July 6, 2012: 22 weeks 3 days

Went to the OB today for a check-up.  Baby's heartbeat sounded good, and belly measurement was right on the money - 22 weeks, 22 inches!  Every time I go to the doctors and get a good report, I feel so incredibly blessed to have such a healthy little baby growing inside of me.  I don't know what Scott and I did to deserve such a gift, but we are certainly grateful!

4 more months!

PS...

Sammy, meet your future best friend, Zachy Berin!   

 

July 4, 2012: 22 Weeks!

Went to the movies today.  Sammy kicked the whole time, and even got the hiccups!

July 3, 2012: 21 weeks 7 days

What happened before I started blogging?...

February 15 - Sammy's estimated date of conception

February 26 - Positive home pregnancy test

March 19 - Sammy's first ultrasound at 6 1/2 weeks... happy 35th birthday, Scott!

April 6 - Sammy's second ultrasound; doctor confirmed the baby is healthy.  It's official.  This is for real this time!

July 2, 2012: 21 weeks 6 days

The baby gear accumulation has begun!

Newborn outfits

He may not have a crib, car seat, or high chair yet, but of course, 

Sammy already has a musical instrument box!

Gus: "So which of these things is mine??" :-D