For those of you who do not currently have children; Beware! of the choices. We started the registry process this past weekend and oh the decisions. It's overwhelming! I thought I was prepared. I can't tell you how many nights/hours I've spent researching this and that. For me, it's fun, but overwhelming. Cloth or disposable diapers, BPA containing or BPA-Free bottles, Organic or Regular, consumer ratings, safety ratings, and it goes on and on. Of course, it's not a perfect world and you can't make all the right choices. However, I'd like to try and get it right the first time. Hopefully soon I will make my choices and finalize a couple registries.
No real updates right now. I am at 21 weeks, which is about 5 1/2 months. We are currently trying to think of names. So, we are open to any suggestions. I still can't really feel movement. At this stage, I should be feeling it. So, I guess I do and don't realize that that is what it is. Our next appointment is August 4th. It will be pretty uneventful just a check up, no ultrasound. Back to researching.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Monday, July 7, 2008
The Results are In !!!
Per our Poll, the majority predicted that it was a Boy. However, IT'S A GIRL!!! Andrew knew with out a doubt that she was a girl. I, on the other hand, had no idea. I kind of thought she might be a boy. I was wrong. The ultrasound experience was quite amazing. Being able to see her little body for the first time was miraculous. The technician confirmed that she has all her fingers and toes and is currently a healthy little girl. Although, she only made the 23rd percentile in size. This means she is a little small for her age, but the OBGYN said it's nothing to worry about. Andrew and I are so excited and can't wait to begin decorating and preparing for her coming in November/December.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
New Editions
As you can see above, I am continually getting bigger. I am 18 weeks now. Over the past weeks, we've had some exciting new editions. Not only are we expecting but we've purchased a new car and began collecting some items for Baby Cobb. The items above are a collection of gifts from friends and family. Including a beautiful crib that was hand built by Andrew's Grandad Melton. Also, there is a Puff the Magic Dragon book, which is one of my most memorable childhood stories, except my dad would sing it to me. This will be a fun way to pass on a memory to Baby Cobb. "Dad, it even came with a CD." Of course, I am sure Baby Cobb would rather have Grandpa Jones play guitar and sing it to him/her. We also purchased a Honda Pilot and LOVE LOVE LOVE IT so far! It's perfect for baby and Alice. We'll all have our own seat! So many new things are happening right now. This weekend we are putting a new roof on our house and Monday at 9:00 a.m. we find out if Baby Cobb is a boy or girl. So, get your vote in soon!!!
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Quilted Heirlooms
The quilts above were made by Andrew's Grandma Melton. Her quilts are a work of art, they are so pretty. The above quilts were made for Andrew and his sisters, Jill and Anne, for when they were little and Brett has been so gracious to let Baby Cobb use them as well. Thanks, Brett!
There is not a lot to update on, other than that Baby Cobb is doing well. At this point, no news is good news. So, I thought I would write about what stage the baby is currently at and other things Baby Cobb is going through.
The crown-to-rump length of Baby Cobb is about 4.4 to 4.8 inches and weighs about 3.5 ounces. For a more realistic image, it is about the size of your hand spread open wide. It should have all its finger and toes, including its fingernails. The eyes are now in a more normal position on the front of the face instead of on the side, where they start out. I have also begun to feel it move or what I think I feel is movement. The doctor says that our baby pretty active. So, I often picture Baby Cobb doing the front stroke around in my belly. After all, what else is there to do besides swim and grow!
Finally, we are getting closer to knowing if Baby Cobb is a girl or boy. We currently have no names picked out but hope to start looking more in depth when we know the sex. Three weeks from this Monday we will have our first look at Baby Cobb through the ultrasound. If I can rearrange my schedule it might only have to be two weeks from Monday. Whenever, the appointment, we couldn't be more excited. This means we can finally start buying stuff. Let the shopping begin!
There is not a lot to update on, other than that Baby Cobb is doing well. At this point, no news is good news. So, I thought I would write about what stage the baby is currently at and other things Baby Cobb is going through.
The crown-to-rump length of Baby Cobb is about 4.4 to 4.8 inches and weighs about 3.5 ounces. For a more realistic image, it is about the size of your hand spread open wide. It should have all its finger and toes, including its fingernails. The eyes are now in a more normal position on the front of the face instead of on the side, where they start out. I have also begun to feel it move or what I think I feel is movement. The doctor says that our baby pretty active. So, I often picture Baby Cobb doing the front stroke around in my belly. After all, what else is there to do besides swim and grow!
Finally, we are getting closer to knowing if Baby Cobb is a girl or boy. We currently have no names picked out but hope to start looking more in depth when we know the sex. Three weeks from this Monday we will have our first look at Baby Cobb through the ultrasound. If I can rearrange my schedule it might only have to be two weeks from Monday. Whenever, the appointment, we couldn't be more excited. This means we can finally start buying stuff. Let the shopping begin!
Monday, June 9, 2008
Baby Cobb Travels
The Cobb's just returned from our Arizona Adventures. We went with my Mother and Father-in-law, Neil and Brett, and Andrew's Uncle Andy and Aunt Mari. In Arizona, we saw many wonderfully beautiful scenery's, went to many different attractions, hiked, shopped, and went on a helicopter ride through the Grand Canyon and Kaibab Forest. We had a blast for 10 days. Everything went great, but baby did not let me forgot that it was along for the ride too. All things went well on our trip, however, there were a few times when the heat, baby, and rugged steep trails did not get along with me, but we made it. Above is just a few pictures of the 280 we took. Enjoy!
Baby is continually growing everyday. I am currently a little over 4 months and starting to show depending on what I wear. I will post a picture when my belly becomes more evident in pictures. Morning sickness is not such a problem anymore. Although, if I am hot and overheated it can make for a sickening combination. My biggest issue now is clothing. My clothing doesn't really fit anymore and maternity clothes are too big. Not fun! Note for the pregnant hopefuls; maternity dress/work clothes is proving to be hard to find. Next week we go for another visit to the OBGYN. We'll let you know the updates.
Baby is continually growing everyday. I am currently a little over 4 months and starting to show depending on what I wear. I will post a picture when my belly becomes more evident in pictures. Morning sickness is not such a problem anymore. Although, if I am hot and overheated it can make for a sickening combination. My biggest issue now is clothing. My clothing doesn't really fit anymore and maternity clothes are too big. Not fun! Note for the pregnant hopefuls; maternity dress/work clothes is proving to be hard to find. Next week we go for another visit to the OBGYN. We'll let you know the updates.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
There will be life.....
Andrew and I our pleased to announce that we will be welcoming Baby Cobb around December 2, 2008. As you can imagine we are completely excited. This blog will be a place where you can check the happenings in the life of our growing family and a place where I can ramble about it.
Currently, we are 12 weeks pregnant, that's a little over 3 months. Today we celebrated our 4th anniversary and heard our baby's heart beat for the first time; 170 beats per minute! It was all the confirmation we needed. We were also happy to hear that everything is moving along as it should. At this time, there appears to only be one. But who knows? With our family history, there could be multiples! We'll have to wait and see in July, when we find out the sex.
Currently, we are 12 weeks pregnant, that's a little over 3 months. Today we celebrated our 4th anniversary and heard our baby's heart beat for the first time; 170 beats per minute! It was all the confirmation we needed. We were also happy to hear that everything is moving along as it should. At this time, there appears to only be one. But who knows? With our family history, there could be multiples! We'll have to wait and see in July, when we find out the sex.
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