Some Sears Pics......

22 week Belly Photos...

We just got back from getting Jacob and Noah's pictures together. Ugh, that was a nightmare, Lisa and I were both exhausted. Amazingly, there were a few that were ok, once I get the link I'll post them so you can check them out too.

Appointment Update

Well we just returned from our 22wk appointment and all looks good. The doctor confirmed just what Julie said, that the low-lying placenta is common and almost always moves. At my next appointment on Dec. 28th we will schedule another ultrasound to take place between 28-32 weeks to confirm it has moved, so that should be happening in mid to late January. I'm already looking forward to getting another glance at the little fella!

She had a hard time finding the heartbeat, which sucked because it really started to hurt as she was looking for it. I wasn't concerned about the baby though because I could feel the little one moving around while she was trying to find it. I think he was trying to hide from her. Once she found it though it sounded good and was 145. Fundal height is 23cm, growing right on schedule. Oh and I've finally started gaining weight, +3lbs, which isn't too bad considering how good thanksgiving dinner was! (Thanks mom & Bruce!)

In other news, Aaron has now felt the little one move. His first kick was last week Tuesday and then he felt him again a couple more times since then! It's been very exciting for us both! Definitely my favorite part of the pregnancy.

Still don't have any new belly photos, I'll try to get that done tonight, but I don't think I've changed much.

More New Tricks...

Jacob is keeping us on our toes and learning new tricks. His latest is opening his dresser drawer and emptying it. Then he likes to do a celebratory touchdown-like dance and parade and stomp all over the clothes he just emptied out of his dresser. He is very proud of his handy work.

Jacob also learned how to clean the toilet. We usually leave the bathroom door shut to keep Jacob from unrolling the remaining toilet paper off the roll, but sometimes we forget. When we forget to keep the door closed, we at least hope we remembered to keep the toilet seat down. On this particular day, we (I) forgot to do both. So while I am busy folding laundry I suddenly realize Jacob is being quiet. I sneak up on him in the bathroom to find that he unrolled the entire toilet paper roll and put it ALL in the toilet. What is worse is that he didn't just 'place' it in there and let it be, he was splashing around, pulling it in and out, making a huge, wet, gross mess. Who knows, maybe he was just trying to clean the toilet for me?

Despite his naughty behavior, we purchased a play kitchen for him for Christmas, much to Aaron's chagrin. Since assembling the kitchen though, Aaron has come around, because he instantly realized how much Jacob LOVES it. He played with it all night and then after he fell asleep we hid it. That is one of the nicest things about Christmas with an 18month old, we can shop, assemble and wrap his gifts right in front of him and then he is STILL surprised on Christmas morning.

Guess that is about all for now. Tomorrow we have an OB appointment and then we are taking Jacob and Noah to get some pictures taken together. Wish us luck, I'm sure we will need it!

Plenty to be thankful for...

Well, the halfway point of this pregnancy has been reached... and is now behind us! I'm slowly adjusting to the realization that I am going to be the mom of two boys. If I could only work something out where I get a nickle for everytime in the future I am going to be yelling "BOYS!!!!", I think I would have a very comfortable future. We are excited though, Jacob's spirit and personality is so big and he brings so much to our lives that it's hard to imagine another personality like that in this home! My next doctor appointment is in a week. Our camera battery needed to be recharged, so now that it is all set I'll have Aaron take another photo and I'll add another belly photo soon.

Jacob is doing good. He is officially 18months old tomorrow, but our appointments are a little off, so his well baby check up is next month. He is back into books now. He went through a phase where he only wanted you to read the book for 1.2 seconds and then he was on to the next thing, but now he will sit through most of his small books. He is also really into identifying things on the pages (kitty, moon, dog, etc.). His vocabulary is growing, but most people (including Aaron and I) have no idea what he is saying. I would say that Jacob is learning new words, and while that is true, I think mostly Aaron and I are learning that Jacob already knows a lot of words and we are just kind of putting it all together. Whoops! Jacob's favorite word of the moment is HOT. He uses it for everything that may at one time or another be hot. Even if it's not hot right now. The stove, his food, a fire place, my curling iron, etc. Luckily this is one of his words that even strangers can understand.

Aaron is doing good too. He had a good time at deer camp with Bruce and was able to get a 4 point, so he is happy. He missed hanging out with Mark this year though - Mark was in Orlando, having fun with his family and NOT missing Aaron!

Hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving and safe travels!!
~Danielle

OH BOY!!!

Here are some pics of the little one...

Uh oh, I'm totally outnumbered....

Looks like another one for TEAM BLUE!!!!! The little man was not shy at all! Our ultrasound went really well. We got a good, informative technician, which really makes the experience that much more enjoyable. Austin/Brody? is measuring a couple days ahead - 20w3d with a due date of 3/24/08, but usually they don't change your original due date unless it is off by more than 2wks. He currently weighs 12oz (Jacob only weighed 10oz at his big u/s). He looks very healthy and was very active! He does look pretty cramped up in there though, he was kissing his knees with his feet way up over his head! My placenta is in the front, which explains why it took so long for me to feel the little bugger. The only cause for concern is that my placenta is less than 1cm away from my cervix. The technician said that I will probably end up with another ultrasound around 7-8 months to see if it has moved, so send some prayers that it DOES move and away from the cervix! Julie - your insight? What do you think this means for my chances of having a vaginal delivery?

I'll try to scan some photos in tomorrow.
~Danielle

Future Ultimate Frisbee Allstar....

Aaron and I rarely eat out at restaurants with Jacob anymore. Occasionally we will attempt it, but we've learned a few things. Such as eat at family friendly restaurants that either serve the food very quickly (Rancho Grande) or have a game room where Jacob can roam (Sugarfoot). Unfortunately, our main choices are mexican. Anyways, we decided to brave the waters once again and venture away from our 2 safety nets and try CrackerBarrel with my parents. As usual, Jacob started off deceptively well. He was quiet, well-behaved and looked cute. Just long enough for Aaron and I to let our guard down and order our meals (about 15 minutes). Then... he had it. Apparently, Jacob did NOT like the small plate that was placed in front of him with perfect little bites of food. With Peggy-like speed and accuracy, Jacob tossed the disc, errr, plate across the restaurant and it went crashing to the ground, shattering into pieces. Luckily he threw it pretty far, so it wasn't completely obvious that the disturbance was caused by our table. Guess we will stick with mexican for a bit longer.

Scoreboard:

Jacob: 1

Crackerbarrel: 0

Here is a pic of the troublemaker. Don't let that smile fool you... he is up to something naughty!

CONGRATULATIONS JOE & SHANNON!

Congrats to Joe and Shannon on the birth of their first child, Cadence Grace! Shannon's water broke around 2pm yesterday and Cadence arrived at 9:30pm! Um, I'm just a little jealous!!!! I felt like I was in labor with Jacob for D A Y S!!!!! Everybody is healthy and happy and Shannon sounded amazing, what a trooper! Shannon and I worked together at GRPD and she and her husband now live in Arizona.

Vote for your favorite baby name on the left!!!

We are having trouble deciding on a name, help us out! My personal favorite boy name is Brody, but I am a little hesitant to give our son the initials "BS". We are also having trouble coming up with middle names for girls, please add any suggestions! Oh, and what do you think about the nickname of Josie for Jocelynne?

Thanks for your help!

Belly Photo...

This was taken today at ~19wks....

We did a little shopping today and boy is Christmas going to be fun this year! Jacob was REALLY into all the toys, our possibilites are endless. Jacob also loved the Christmas trees, so that will be fun too.

Oh and in response to Kim and Peggy's comments... Well, I had initially thought the winner would just get bragging rights, but we COULD make it interesting... pick the name maybe? Or maybe just a couple bucks? :)