A night to remember!

On Tuesday, we celebrated our 2 year anniversary!

The day started late due to running errands and the fact that we like to sleep in! Finally, around 5ish, we went over to the local arboretum to take some photos. It was pretty hot and after about 20min, we had to call the photo shoot cuz we were both sweating pretty bad. Jump in the car to see the temperature outside was 106! No wonder we were warm!
We wanted to make out stay-cation somewhat romantic, so we went to our hotel room to cool down, change and head off to dinner. Enjoyed our mexican food followed by a movie. It was going wonderfully and we were heading back to the hotel when I noticed I was having somewhat frequent contractions. Now, I have the contractions occasionally and that's normal (they don't hurt-- just my uterus prepping for it's big show), but I kept having them. So we got back to the hotel and I was just trying to lay down and drink some water to relax. But after 5 painful contractions in a row, with low back pain and pelvis pressure, we decided to call the doctor!
I have to say, I love my ob/gyn clinic! I just had to call a pager, leave my number, and within 2 minutes, I was talking directly to the on call doctor. He said to come on in to get checked out, so at 12:30 am we drive over to the hospital and pray that we won't need to be calling any relatives anytime soon! Checked in and went right to an actual room because all the triage rooms were full. That was kinda nice because I hadn't been able to go to a tour of the department yet! I was gowned up, hooked up and watching the monitor. After 45min, the doctor came in and checked my uterus to find it still closed! YAY! We were both relieved and the doctor encouraged us to rest and keep an eye out for more intense labor along with discharge.
So at about 2:30am, we got back to our hotel and enjoyed the rest of the night! Things didn't quite go as planned, but it sure made for a rememberable night!

What I've Learned So Far While Being Pregnant

After talking with several women and watching "What To Expect When You're Expecting" (cute movie by the way), I'd have to say I've had a fairly easy pregnancy. But through this, I've picked up on some interesting facts that books and some websites forget to inform mom's to be. Here is my list:

• Men are scared of the Belly: Most guys really are interested/freaked-out by the bump! They want to touch it, but are to afraid to ask. They also want to make a commit, but after being told all their lives to never commit on a woman's body, they normally take the safer route and stay silent. They are also a little freaked out by any sudden grabbing of the belly or moan-- I believe most have some image of a baby popping out and realizing they have no idea of what to do.
• To help: If a guy looks interested, verbally tell him it's ok to touch the belly and let him know what he is feeling! Most have really appreciated it. Don't be hurt is a guy friend or even dad never makes a commit on your belly size. Just know he notices but want's you're happiness more than his commits to be voiced. And always be ready to reassure a guy if you have any pain that the baby is not about to pop out and let him know what you need (they also get to feel like a hero if they can save a pregnant woman from some inconvenience).
• Men become Super Hero's Around Pregnant Women: Instead of occasionally getting a door opened for me, it's become every time and quite dramatic too! It's not "Oh ya, here's the door", it's more like "Let me get the Door for You, Oh Woman with Child!".  And there is no more carrying anything around a guy! I may lift, pull, carry, hold down patients all day, but when it comes to carrying a box to my car that weighs about 3 lbs, I don't normally make it a few feet without it being ripped out my hands and carried with pride by the nearest guy.
• To help: Let them be super hero's! Let them open the doors, carry the boxes and offer up seats. You may not think you "need" it, but they need to manly ego boost. Also, they kinda feel like a giant jerk if they don't do something to help a pregnant woman.
• People are Watching You: Especially when you are getting rounder, there are more and more eyes on that wonderful bump. So you can either be nervous or have a little fun! If someone near you is watching you, waddle by them, suddenly grab your belly and let out a moan! The facial expressions are priceless!
• To Help: Have fun with the attention! Plus, you're going to have even more eyes on you and your new little one in a few weeks anyways!
• People are more shy: I was always warned to expect random people coming up to me and touching my belly. Not having a "bubble", I really didn't care if that happened. But now being 8months pregnant, I still get asked if I'm pregnant! Or people awkwardly stare at my belly wondering if they should ask! 
• To Help: Just let people know! I've got this great necklace that says "Due in August" and it really helps clarify! Or I'll just bring it up in conversation so they don't feel so nervous.
• Your Body is Not Your Own: Probably not a shocker to most, but it still catches me by surprise that I can't quite do everything that I want to do! I may have had a chill day and feel like I get enough sleep, but the next my body rebells with dizzy spells and mega water craving! I'm like "oh I want to go do this", while my body says "oh no you won't! Nap time for you!". 
• To Help: Don't try to resist. There is a small human inside of you and it takes a bit of work to grow one! Plus, your body won't be your own in a few weeks anyways!

These are just some of the top things so far! I'm sure there will be more in the next 2 months!

10 weeks and counting!

That's right! I'm in the final bouts of this wonderful pregnancy! I honestly can't really complain very much about being  pregnant-- I've probably had one of the easier ones from what I've seen or heard!

Speaking of what I've heard, people say the funniest things when it comes to pregnancy! Or even just do funny things. I've been told "You're all belly" (whatever that means!), "Wow, you're 7 months? You look good!" (am I supposed to be a slobbering mess at this time?), "Hmm, you're 7 months? You look so small for 7 months." (well the doc is measuring me at 32 weeks so I'm fine!), "Are you going to work until you deliver? Is that really safe?" (umm I don't know. Is working a top level hospital with the one of the most advanced NICU and Labor & Delivery departments safe? Yes! I just have to hop a ride in a wheelchair upstairs!), "Oh wow, how are you surviving this heat?!" (Well, I drink water and don't do any strenuous activities outside. There is also this new invention called air-conditioning!). One of my favorite moments was when I went and saw "What to expect when you're expecting" movie. There was a group of ladies in the bathroom talking about the movie, pregnancy, and babies. When I came out of one of the stalls, they all went silent and just starred. I kinda felt like I should have said "Ta-da"! I really don't get put out by any of the silly comments. In fact, they just make me smile!

Baby update: He's been kicking, turning and hiccuping like crazy here lately! I don't think I'll have to worry about kick counts being low on this fella! I am measuring at 32 weeks and his heart rate has been perfect. Stretching pains are at an all time low (nice lil break) and I'm just getting more and more excited!

Family update: My grandpa just had a heart cath and found out he needs bypass surgery. I'm super grateful that the doc talked him into doing the cath! Will be praying for him this coming tuesday along with a good recovery!

Now to figure out what to get hubby for fathers day! I think he will need at least one tacky t-shirt! ;)