Miss Saylor's goodies!

This is a bow holder I made for her many bows she will have.

Some accessories for her room that I'm not exactly sure what to do with yet.

Her reading material.

Her laundry pile. Just for the record, I have only bought about 5 outfits for her. The rest was given to her already.

This corner of her room filled with anything and everything.

Her crib.

Things are finally starting to come together. I can't wait to meet her. I am almost 27 weeks now. Only 10-12 more weeks until she arrives!!!

25.5 weeks and room inspiration

I decided not to post about my pregnancy this week because everything is pretty much the same since last post. Instead, I figured I would update on her room. Below is my drawing of the room layout and random details I didn't want to forget about. Very professional, I know. Ha!

I found these vintage paper dolls online for next to nothing. The doll is 22 inches so the dresses are big too. These will be framed and go above her crib.

I found this dresser at the peddler's mall this past weekend. It is exactly what I was looking for. It is almost identical to the one I had growing up. I was so excited to find it! I am still unsure if I am going to paint it or not. I am waiting to put the bed up to see if the off-whites clash or compliment.

This is her pile of 'stuff' she has accumulated over the past couple months. We still have a lot of work to do to clean her room (Kevin's office) out before painting and moving forward.

This is the mirror for the dresser and the light fixture for her room. One is hers and the other is for the stairwell leading to the basement.

Here are the fabrics I am using. I hope you understand these bits and pieces. More to come. I can't wait to start painting and getting everything into her room and set up!!! Only 14 more weeks (at the most). Crazy to think she'll be here in a few short weeks!!!

24 Weeks

This is the only picture I have. It is from tonight. I made dinner and watched my nieces while their mom and dad went to dinner for their anniversary. Never a dull moment:)

Total weight gain: 15 pounds so far. Doctor says I'm right on track. I thought I had gained more since we just got back from vacation but she seemed pleased.

Sleep: Still no complaints. I sometimes get up once through the night to go to the bathroom but I usually get back to sleep pretty quickly.

Food/Eating: Same. I don't feel like I eat any more or less than I did before I was pregnant. I still don't have any cravings either although the heartburn is always nagging at me.

What I miss: Nothing!

Looking forward to: Starting her room! I ordered fabric today and the crib is in. I had someone come in and measure for the window treatments today and I hope to finish getting the fabric within the next couple weeks. We still need to pick the bed up and put it together. I can't wait to see it!

Best moment of the week: Hitting the 3rd trimester. This pregnancy has gone by so quickly! Also, Kevin finally felt her kick. It was so sweet. She is starting to kick so hard that you can see my belly move from across the room. Lastly, I went to the doctor today and she informed me that I will get a few more ultrasounds. I will go back at 28 weeks and get ultrasounds every 2 weeks until I deliver. They are looking for fetal growth. Basically, they want to monitor everything so in case my blood sugar goes crazy (which I'm not expecting) then they can be prepared to deliver as soon as possible. This is just in case. Like I said, we aren't really expecting this to happen but it is better to be prepared than not. I was happy to hear that I will get to see her more before she arrives. I love seeing her every chance I get!



These are some of the things I got her on vacation. A brown corduroy dress with tights, a stuffed octopus with socks she can wear, a pink pearl necklace onesie, a white ruffled gown with a crown on it, some burp cloths, and an overnight bag for when she stays the night out:)

It's been way too long!

Lots to catch up on...where to begin? We celebrated our 2 year anniversary on July 11, I finally finished cosmetology school July 14, and then headed to Florida with Kevin's family for vacation the following weekend. It was a lot of fun. It was so nice to be on vacation and not worry about returning to school when I got back. I also had a birthday while we were there. Kevin and I headed out on our own to go shopping:) Miss Saylor ended up with a lot more than I did on my birthday but I was so happy to be able to get her some things. I go to the doctor tomorrow to check up on her so I will post some pictures and give an update on her and my pregnancy then. We just got back from Florida yesterday and I have had a long day of laundry, cleaning, and planning meals for the week. That's another post in itself. I am trying to cook more now that I am home at night. I started cosmetology school 2 weeks after getting back from our honeymoon. My poor husband has been without a wife since we've been married. I am so excited to be home more. With my cooking, I'm not sure if he will like me being home or not:) I will hopefully post about that soon too. Another thing I'm into recently is pinterest. I am hooked. I downloaded the app and looked at it daily on vacation. What a great website!!! For now, I am going to bed and will be back tomorrow with my 24 week post. Third trimester here we come!!!

22 weeks

Total weight gain: This week I feel like I have gained a pound or two. I guess we'll see in a couple weeks when I go back to the doctor. At least it's all in my belly so far!

Sleep: I'm still sleeping pretty good and getting up only once a night to use the bathroom.

Food/Eating: Still taking tums pretty regularly. At least they seem to work.

What I miss: My clothes! I love to shop and I love to get new clothes. I cannot justify spending a lot of money on clothes that I will only wear for a few weeks. I have done a lot of borrowing from friends and my sister-in-law. I hope these can get me through the next couple months. After christmas I plan on getting some new things. Until then, I will satifsy my shopping urge on all things pink and ruffled for Miss Saylor:)

Looking forward to: Vacation! We are headed to Florida and I can't wait to relax by the beach. Once we get back, I will start planning Saylor's room. I can't wait to see our office turn into our daughter's room. That will make things seem so real!

Best moment of the week: Seeing her heartbeat again! We saw a pediatric cardiologist Tuesday and he looked closer at the heart to make sure everything looked normal. My doctors like to take every precaution possible because I am diabetic and considered 'high risk.' I'm not sure if I mentioned this before or not but high blood sugars can cause all sorts of problems in pregnancy. The main area affected being the heart. In our last ultrasound, they didn't see any area of concern but wanted to get a second opinion to be sure. Everything looked perfect and right on track! They will do another EKG on her heart once she is born and the heart is fully developed. The doctor was so nice and I really liked how he reassured us that everything looked perfect on Miss Saylor. I love any chance I get to see her!!!

2 years!!!

I can't believe it's been 2 years. I can't wait to celebrate hundreds more! I am one lucky girl:)

21 Weeks

Sorry for these iPhone pictures. It is just easier. I promise soon I will start to use a real camera:)

Total Weight Gain: Still right on track. 9 pounds. I don't think I have gained any since my last appointment.

Sleep: Like a rock!

Food/Eating: It is getting harder and harder to eat these days. I sit down to eat and think I am starving...turns out, I can only eat about half my meal at a time. I have to wait about 15 minutes to finish it. I have found that it helps if I stand:)

Movement: This little girl is a gymnast! I can't wait until Kevin can feel her too.

What I miss: Maybe eating the way I'm used to. It gets hard to regulate my insulin when I don't know how much I will feel like eating. Other than that, nothing! This pregnancy (so far) has been enjoyable. I will revisit that comment after spending a week in the Florida heat at 6 months pregnant:)

Looking forward to: Putting Saylor's room together. I have ordered a few things and I am waiting on them to come in. I will start on the room in August after vacation.

Best moment of the week: Buying a few sweet outfits for my little girl. With the 4th of July sales, I just couldn't help myself.