36 Weeks!!!

Today we had our weekly doctor's appointment. We had an ultrasound to measure the baby and track his growth. My doctor giggled and told me " Don't let your little belly fool you, he is a nice size". So far he is 6-6 1/2 poounds and all legs and arms! :) I have 4 more weeks to go and he can gain a pound a week at this point...which would be a scary thought. Ouch! On the bright side, she said his long legs and arms is easier to come out.....and he doesn't have a big head! Yes!!!

We havent had an ultra sound in a very long time, so it was so exciting to be able to see his growth at this point. He was soooo active we couldn't even see his face properly! His little arms were in front of his face, he was kicking and squirming......it was quite exciting. But not so much when I am trying to sleep, which is very hard to come by. His head is down (which is great), but his feet are literally in my ribs! Sometimes, I can see a foot pertruding from the top of my belly.  It feels like he is going to burst through my skin. I make sound effects like "Woooo" or "OOooo" everytime (it never gets old to me). Ahmed and I try to soothe him by putting our hands on his foot to settle him down. It doesn't really work, but feeling his limbs through my belly is so exhilirating!

Happy New Years!

Just the two of us.

This is the 10th Christmas that Ahmed and I will have spent together. Looking back all of those years......we have come a long way from courting to making a family. This year is a very special year because it will be the last one we spend together, just the two of us. We decided that we are going to re-live our first Christmas and cook dinner together, snuggle, and enjoy each others company.  Ten years ago we were jet setting on tour and ended up doing 2 months in London, during the Holidays. Till this day, it was one of my favorites, maybe until next year. :) 

We have a lot to be thankful for this year. We have our health,family,friends, a roof, love, and a beautiful son on the way. Thank you God. 

Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday from the three of us. You will all be in our hearts. 

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! ( all holidays are included)

The Best

LAUNDRY

Two days ago I did the baby's first load of laundry that he received from the baby shower. It was very weird. I kept on talking to him......"Can you believe I am doing your laundry baby?" It was such a surreal feeling. I was separating colors and folding his little blankets and pairing up his little socks! All I kept on thinking, Oh my gosh....he is going to be here very soon.  I don't even feel close to being ready. Not only that.......my superwoman persona is slowly fatiguing by the day. This is the 3rd day I completely crashed at 3:30pm for a nap. What is happening? I have to get things done! Anyhow....I am resolved to taking it one day at a time, it will get done. Right?

Tomorrow, I will continue purging and cleaning. And most importantly, I will be on the hunt for the best pediatrician in Los Angeles.....who will accept my insurance of course. :) So, much to do...

32 weeks!!!!!

I am posting these pictures by request of my pregger BFN ......Coralissa!