6 Months Already!!??

Today marks our entrance into the 6th month of pregnancy, and the last month of our 2nd trimester. I am trying desperatly to hold onto this period in my pregnancy, but it is only progressing too quickly now. I feel sooo much better pregnancy wise, which is a good thing since I have been really sick for over a week now with a terrible cold. Oh how I wish I could have a little cough medicine or nasal decongestant!!!

We had another appointment with our midwife last week, and we are pleased to let you know that everything is progressing well. I have now gained 18 pounds since prepregnancy (scary considering he only weighs just over 1 pound...there better be a heck of a lot of amniotic fluid in there to account for the other 17 pounds!!!) and my belly size is right on track for how far along we are. Scott is pleased to anounce that his belly has not grown an inch, even with me eating constantly in front of him. My blood pressure is still on the lower end and both of our heart rates are great.

As for the baby room, we have ordered a crib and dresser which will hopefully arrive in the next few weeks. We also now have an infant car seat and stroller...which I bought a fabulous diaper bag to go with. My new mantra: Life is too short for an ugly diaper bag. Hey I have to put most of my energy into accessorizing now that I am limited in my clothing and flat shoes! We plan on having the baby room painted as I have had to retire my roller and brush...me on a ladder just doesn't sound to smart. I am still on the search for baby bedding. I find most of it very cheaply made and extremely over priced. Potterybarn Kids is opening up this weekend so I hope to be able to find something there....

Anyways, I am off for a walk on the seawall to soak up the sunshine with my mom and Murphy this afternoon.

Alex