Just a little bit closer

Time for Hadley Kate to make her arrival is ticking much quicker than I could have ever imagined. It really seems like just last week I found out I am going to be a Mom and just yesterday that I found out I am going to be a Mom to Hadley. Since having some more painful than usual contractions one night last week, I have been in serious cleaning and organizing mode. The thought of her deciding to make a surprise appearance and not having everything just so has been making me crazy. There was one morning in particular that I woke up at 5:00 am because there were towels that needed to be washed. My husband thinks I am going crazy and I'm beginning to agree!
Thankfully Hadley's room is complete with the exception of finding the perfect nightstand to go beside her rocker but that can wait for the time being. Her hospital bag is packed and every blanket and stitch of clothing has been washed and put away. I'm still gathering things as I think of them for my hospital bag and the hubs can pack in the blink of an eye.
Wednesday I made a trip to meet my baby sister (she's not really a baby since she just turned 20 but she's the baby to our family) for some shopping and catching up. It's rare that I get to spend time with only one of my two sisters so this was a special treat to hear what's going on in her life. Before getting to be HUGE pregnant, I could shop like a pro but my how things have changed. I realized quickly that Rachy Rae was slowing her pace so I could keep up and making frequent stops for me to rest.
Needless to say I'm still recovering from the shopping trip and had every intention of doing a post on Hadley's Nursery but I'm thinking that will probably happen early next week so be on the lookout for that!

35 Weeks

How far along?: 35 weeks down- 5weeks left!!!!!!

How big is baby?: a honeydew melon!

 Your baby is standing tall  this week at about 20 inches and continues her steady weight gain (she’s about 5.5 pounds). While she won't get much longer, she will continue to pack on the pounds — including large amounts of baby fat — right up 'til delivery day. Something else that's moving at a mind-boggling pace these day: fetal brain development! There’s a lot going on inside that tiny head, which is, by the way, still soft to allow an easier exit through the birth canal.

Weight gain?: I have gained 25 pounds total

Stretch marks?: Unfortunately I have developed a few :(

Maternity clothes?: I've completely given up on trying to fit into my pre-pregnancy clothes! I'm now mostly in dresses these days with the weather being so extremely hot!

Sleep?: Sleep is getting more and more difficult. I'm having lots and lots of cramps during the night and rolling over is a challenge.

Best moment this week?: I had a great doctor's appointment this week and found out that Hadley is right on track and is in "position" I think that nesting has finally kicked in and I've been getting everything ready!

Food cravings?: Not significant cravings! Everything tastes great but my appetite has decreased I think mainly due to running out of room in my belly!

Gender?: Baby GIRL!!!! Hadley Kate Thomas

Movement?:  I'm feeling less and less kicks and more big movements and wiggles from sweet girl!

Labor signs?: Lots of cramps lately but warm baths help!

What I'm looking forward to?: At this point I'm just flat out giddy like a kid at Christmas waiting on her to get here! I absolutely can't wait to meet this sweet little girl!

Oh Pregnancy!

34 Weeks!

How far along?: 34 weeks down- 6 weeks left!!!!!!

Yes, I'm aware my "Thomas" in the background is crooked!

How big is baby?: the size of a honeydew melon!



Your baby is clocking in at five pounds and could be as tall as 20 inches by now, and the vernix (the white coating protecting your baby’s skin) is getting thicker. She now urinates about one pint per day. Get the diapers ready!




Weight gain?: I have gained 23 pounds total



Stretch marks?: Unfortunately I have developed a few :(



Maternity clothes?: Mostly dresses these days with the weather being extremely hot!



Sleep?: Not sleeping at all! We have created a no phone calls before 9:00am because for some reason I fall into a deep sleep between 6 and 9. I do try to nap when I can during the day.


Best moment this week?: Feeling baby girl's little feet pushing and watching her move. We are getting so excited about her arrival!


Food cravings?: ICE! I can't get enough, mainly sno-cone ice but sonic ice is super delicious! I told the Dr. about this craving and it turns out that it meant my Iron was low so I'm on Iron pills now. Still craving it whenever I'm outside for a few minutes but I think it's mainly the heat.





Gender?: Baby GIRL!!!! Hadley Kate Thomas



Movement?: I have been feeling less kicks and more rolls and jabs these days. A few nights ago we were laying in the bed and of course that's when Hadley girl gets most active, anyway I felt a serious little footsie sticking out and told Hubby "OMG, you have to feel this!" Well the little stinker stopped moving and Hubs just kept talking and in the middle of his sentence stopped and said "WOW, that's weird!"




Labor signs?: No real labor contractions but lots of painful fake ones. Thankfully resting and a warm bath help make them go away.



What I'm looking forward to?: I am finally close to getting her nursery finished and have so much fun playing in her room. I am thrilled to meet my sweet little girl and see her with her Daddy!

Being a mother is learning about strengths you didn't know you had, and dealing with fears you didn't know existed. ~Linda Wooten

"A mother's joy begins when new life is stirring inside... when a tiny heartbeat is heard for the very first time, and a playful kick reminds her that she is never alone."


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Baby Shower #1

This past Saturday we gathered with friends and family in Minden to celebrate sweet Hadley Kate's upcoming arrival!


Diapers for Hadley Kate!



The Sisters

Hadley's precious diaper cake made by cousin Lorrie!



My sisters, me & Hadley and my mom!



A few of Hadley's goodies!

Me and the sisters!

I have to tell you that as soon as the Baby Shower talk started I insisted on not having one because this time last year (exactly) all of our friends and family were buying wedding gifts for us! We really are truly blessed to have such sweet people in our lives to be so kind to us. We had a great time and Hadley will be such a well dressed girl!