Thank you for all of your congratulations and well wishes on my post announcing Luke's birth. Â It's been an amazing, life-changing time since the day he was born, and I'm excited to finally get the chance to sit down and share the story of how he came into the world. We started Sunday, December ...
Archives for December 2011
Welcome to the world, sweet baby
We are full of joy as we announce Luke Dawson is here. Â He arrived Sunday, December 18th at 8:15 pm. Â He was 9 pounds, 11 ounces, and 21 1/2 inches long. We got home today and baby and I are doing well. Â His big sister Meghan is smitten with him, as well. As soon as I get the chance I will share ...
My pregnancy: 39 weeks
I'm posting my update my later than usual--did you think I was having the baby? Â No such luck. Â What kept me from posting was not giving birth, but just a busy, non-stop kind of day. Â I'm still pregnant as ever, as you can see. How I'm Feeling The obvious answer is very, very pregnant. Â You've ...
My pregnancy: 38 weeks
I can't help but wonder how many more of these updates I'm going to be able to do before I have a newborn in my arms. Â At 38 weeks, Baby Bean is officially full term and ready for the world. How I'm Feeling It's amazing what a few good night's sleep in a row will do for you. Â Miraculously, that ...
My labor playlists
Right when I think I have everything done that needs to get done, I think of one more thing I have to do. Â Most women at this point in their pregnancy are trying all kinds of tactics to get labor moving. Â They are ready to be done being pregnant. I know when I was 38 weeks pregnant with Meghan I ...
Gingerbread waffles
If you are looking for a special Christmas morning breakfast, here's an idea for you. Â Waffles with a decidedly Christmas touch--gingerbread flavored. Â Really, you can make these any time of year and they'll still be fabulous, but I think they're especially fitting around the holidays. I would ...
My pregnancy: 36 & 37 weeks
Can you tell I'm into the Christmas spirit already? Â I love Christmas and this year I'm forced to be uber-organized, so I have everything ready and it's December 1st. Â Trust me, I've never at this point had my cards mailed, decorations up, shopping (mostly) done, and a almost all of my presents ...