Friday, July 17, 2009

8 Month Update

Baby Jaiden is still hanging out in her warm, cozy home in my belly. At the last Dr. appt she weighed in at approx 5 1/2 - 6 lbs. With a month still to go, she is probably going to be a big baby. The Dr. is trying to talk me into having a C-Section since it may be hard to push her out. Chris & I have discussed it and whatever is safest for her and I is what we will do.

She is moving around all the time. She's an active one. I love knowing that she is living inside me and growing. God is amazing! I don't know why we waited so long to do this. I guess it was His timing!

I am now on a little more strict bed rest. I am still having contractions and this could mean pre-term labor. We want to keep in there as long as possible for full development of her lungs and other organs. Bed rest will help keep my contractions down. My Mom has been coming over to clean my house and Chris is taking good care of me and not letting me do much. It's tough because I want to do everything, but as soon as I walk around too much, the contractions come back.

I'm looking forward to our baby shower next Saturday being able to see so many friends and family in one place. I'm going to this shower!!! Even if I have to plant myself in a comfortable chair and just sit there. I really want to see everyone. I'll keep you all updated as much as possible.

Love you,

Toni & Chris