Baby Moon

Waking up at 10am and laying by a pool all day soaking up the sun are soon to become days of our past. This past weekend Ben and I took our final trip as empty nesters. We went to Naples for 4 amazing days. It is sureal that these times are ending. For the last 5+ years it has just been Ben and I day in and day out. We spent the last 4 days relaxing, pampering ourselves and doing all the things we know we won't get to do as frequently when Little Levy arrives. We ate at "adult" restaurants that don't carry high-chairs or have kids meals, that barely have enough light to see your food. The trip was all we could have asked for and more, but surprisingly all we could think about were the exciting times to come. Taking Little Levy out to the pool, having him see the Gulf of Mexico, and building sand castles until his hearts content. While we will both miss having our one on one time and relaxing without a care in the world, we are even more excited for what will come when he arrives.

Before we left we had another surprise. Last week I was diagnosed with the H1N1 flu. I finally went to the doctor when I thought I had broken a rib from coughing so hard. This was not something I thought would happen, but was able to get some medicine and began feeling better quickly. If you are at all able GET THE FLU SHOT!! It wasn't so bad except for the cough that wouldn't go away. As is becoming custom in our house, Ben took great care of me, and lets me see how great of a dad he will be in the very near future.

Words of Wisdom

The wisdom in the room this weekend at my second baby shower was amazing. From my great aunt that just turned 77 to my good friend Karla that just had twin girls 4 months ago today, there was a ton of baby care knowledge. Nikki and Sonia threw a great baby shower and had a scrapbook for everyone to sign and put words of wisdom for Ben and I with Little Levy and then added a picture with me and everyone that came to the shower. We had friends and family travel in town for this shower and it really meant a lot to me to have them all there. Everyone all also designed their own onesies for Little Levy and added their own touch which was really cute. Thanks everyone for a great baby shower.

We also received more art work for Little Levy which will almost complete our room. I will be posting pictures of the nursery soon for everyone to see. We just need to get a few more things and add the final touches and we should be complete.

Finally, we had another appointment this week to check how things are going and Dr. Giedt was very pleased and actually cleared me to go to Florida next week. She believes Little Levy is doing well and right on track. It was a great confirmation for Ben and I that he is going to be hanging out in there for atleast a few more weeks. We are in the 30's now so not much time left, and I can't wait for him to be here. My aunt actually shared that she had 7 ultrasounds with her daughter and each one said she was having a boy, how is that possible!! So we really hope technology has improved and that "he" is really a he in there. Here is my latest picture and wow how does it keep growing!

Time to slow down

For the first 28 weeks of my pregnancy things were going pretty smooth minus the nausea and dry eyes, but this past week Little Levy told me it was time to slow down. This past week we were actually hospitalized for a few days because of some complications. The great news is that Little Levy has been perfect and healthy throughout it all. I have been on bed rest this week, which has given me a lot of time to read and organize things for little Levy's room. We went back to the doctor a couple of times and things are looking great and back on track. I think this was a wake up call for me to start slowing things down. Sometimes I forget that I am taking care of a little baby in addition to myself with everything I do. The doctors and us would really like to see him stay inside for atleast another 6 weeks. But because of all of the tests we were able to get another high-definition sonogram and find out more about Little Levy. Currently, he is between 2.5 and 3.0 lbs, and has long arms and legs (definitely the Levy in him.) He is at the 50% and right on track, which gave me a little piece of mind that we weren't going to be having the 10lb baby I have been so worried about. The picture looks like he is talking to someone (definitely the Frigo side of him.) I need to also thank our friends and family for all of their support this past week. It makes me feel so lucky to have such great people in our lives. We didn't have to lift a finger all week, friends made us great dinners and ran errands for us. Ben has also been a champ and so supportive throughout it all, really taking over anything I was doing to make sure I relax.

Then this weekend my mom and Denny came to visit and again we were spoiled. They came down and took care of everything. They did lots of projects for us to help get ready for Little Levy. The biggest help was new shelves in our garage so we would have room for the stroller, jogger and all of his other toys. They worked all day and all night. They also got us (Ben) a brand new grill, I think they thought Ben needed a gift since Little Levy and I were getting all of the attention. Thank you so much mom and Denny for all you did, we are so thankful.

Here is my latest picture, which is crazy to look at what a difference a week can make.

Omaha Shower

My first baby shower was AMAZING!! The shower was last Saturday and I can't believe it is just now that I am updating my blog. Christy, Gina, Karen, Kate, Katie, Tara did an awesome job, from a diaper cake to wonderful food it was a great day. The picture above is some of the girls helping me cut one of the best tasting cakes I have ever had. They did a jungle theme which was really cute and creative. It was so great to catch up with so many of my friends in Omaha, and made me realize this is really happening. All of the gifts were wonderful, the girls got us our car seat so we actually bring little Levy home (a critical item) and so many people actually made something on their own which was amazing. The picture below is an incredibly soft and gorgeous blanket that my friend Kate made. I love it, and feel lucky to get one of the 1st in what I hope blossoms into another career for her as she is great at making these items.

And then we did games and I started to get really nervous. It was obvious of the mothers in the room as they won all 3 knowledge games. With each question my heart started to beat a little faster. Did you know that the 19lb baby last week was not the largest the largest baby actually weighed 23 lbs and 10 oz. (are you serious??), or that 1 woman had 69 children in her lifetime......WHAT!!!! And finally that little Levy is born without kneecaps, and actually has 300 bones?? I only got 5 of the questions correct and have nightmares that he is going to be a 23 lb baby. But as everyone left my mom reassured me that everything would be okay. I feel very lucky to have such a great example of a mother in my mom. At the end of the day I know if I love little Levy like she has unconditionally loved me that Little Levy will be just fine!! Thanks mom for all you have done.