Doctor Appointment...

So Kent and I went to the Doctor on Monday and did our usual weekly ultrasound and non-stress test. When the ultrasound tech put the Doppler down to take a look, the first thing we saw was this HUGE head. It had been 4 weeks from the last visit so we were scheduled to find out an approximate weight as well. Well, guess it looks like "our little man," isn't so little...unless he comes into this world earlier than scheduled. His approximate weight at 34 weeks and 2 days was 7 lbs. 12 oz. already!!! She also told me that size-wise, I am at full-term already. Well, well, well, no wonder why I'm not sleeping well and feel very tired!!
With six weeks to go, our doctor is guessing, give or take a little, I'll probably deliver a 9 or 10 pound baby. She is definitely going to monitor things each week. I just want to make it past the "lung development stage" which I understand is 36 weeks for boys. So I am counting down the days until I reach that point. If he comes early on his own, I'm quite alright with it! If not, she said they will let him stay in unless there is no more fluid or he or myself become stressed. If that is the case, they will go in and get him. She also said if he doesn't come on his own before 39 weeks they will probably do a C-section at that time which would be May 8th.
No wonder why I look so dang huge and feel ready to be done with this pregnancy. Don't get me wrong, I have been very lucky throughout this pregnancy but I am ready to be a momma!
We will keep everyone posted!

Only 6 weeks to go...

34 weeks along. Baby Robbie just keeps growing and definitely doesn't have a ton of room in my short Torso anymore...I feel him move a ton. Kent and I love feeling him kick and punch. I think he's getting close to making his way into this world. We can't wait to meet you little man!

Sunday March 29th--Family/Friend Shower-Our house

On Sunday March 29th my sisters put together a great shower for family and a few friends. It was great to food and great to see all the family and friends! Thanks to everyone for coming! I received many great gifts. Everyone was so generous and I can't wait to put all the adorable clothes on Robbie. We got some great books and toys and can't wait to read and play with all of them with Robbie! Thanks to everyone who also brought the delicious food. My aunt brough one of my favs.....Pot Stickers...YUMMY!!!
Although one of the most important women in my life was not there, my sisters brought her memory and spirit to the party. I know you are always with me mom but sure wish you could have been there to enjoy the festivities. My sisters gave me a wonderful gift in memory of mom. Patty gave me items that Mom had last given to Reece. Reece was so thoughtful in sharing these things with our baby so he can carry Grandma Mary's spirit and love with him always. They also gave a few puzzles and books and stuffed animals mom had last given the grandkids.
I want to Thank Dad for coming as well!! It really meant a lot that you were there.

Thanks again for everything!! We can't thank you enough! Love you all! I got some great pictures below (Thanks for taking the shots Al)

Here I am at 33 weeks .
Paula, Me and Patty. Fabulous Hosts! Here is the card that they gave me in memory of mom ...... of course proably wasn't the best choice to open this gift first....I definitely shed a few tears...

Teresa, Me and Allison. Maas' were my second family growing up!! Love you guys...

Jen, Al, Kent, Teresa, Aunt Sara relaxing .......

Teresa, Aunt Sara, Nanc and Sue relaxing at the shower....

The Olson Family. Grandma Punky, Shelby, Aunt Linda (Kent's sister), Karina, Aunt Kristi (Kent's sister) and me in the back......

I was trying to show the belly in the background....hahahah!

Allison made this amazing diaper cake with all the fun little baby things...my favorite was the knitted booties that Al made!! It looked so great!!! Thanks Al!!

Yummy Cake...........

Here I am getting help opening gifts from Reece and McKenna. This is the gift in memory of Mom.....Reece was so proud.

Reece being silly wearing the hat that Grandma Mary gave him when he was a baby....

McKenna being silly as well.......

The toys that my mom had last purchased for the grandkids....I can't wait to share the toys and stories with baby Robbie...

Laughing at a few outfits that Reece and Erin gave ...... super cute!

Showing off one of the many outfits that Maas' gave me. Yup...I'm a mav....I graduated from MSU baby! Go Mavs.....I know Robbie will look adorable in them!

Super Cute baseball outfit from Kent's Sister Kristi and her girls Shelby and Karina.....

Cute hanging toy from Megan and Lori (sorry we missed you guys). This toy sounds like charms....I loved it!

The very soft blanket my cousins gave me.....I know he'll love it! I can't wait for him to play with the learning Bee as well.

Cooper wanting to be part of the party..... oh how your life will change Coop ......

Another one of my favorites. I was very impressed Dad. You can't read the caption below the FBI. It states Fat, Bald and Innocent. TOO FUNNY!! Thanks Dad!

Got this adorable "R" from Kent's sister Linda....perfect for the "animal" nursery!

Got this adorable hat from my former Co-worker and friend Cindy..... SO CUTE!

This is a blanket Cindy also made.... super cute with skulls and bones... too funny! I know Robbie will love it!

Reece enjoying the cake....

McKenna enjoying the cake.....

Kent enjoy the festivities.....He was a trooper for just having surgery

March 14th, 2009 St. Peter--Friends' Shower

On Saturday March 14th, my good friends Stef, Jodi and Kris threw me a "friends" shower. It was at Stef's house in St. Peter. We played a few games, ate some great food (loved the chicken salad) and dessert (Lemon torte cake from Cafe Latte in St. Paul)!! I had such a good time. It was great to see everyone and got some great gifts. Clothes, home-made blankets, gift certificates, diaper bag and so many great supplies that will help me as a first time mommy! It was so great to see everyone again. With all of our lives being so busy, I know we aren't all able to get together as much anymore. I appreciate everyone coming out and look forward to having you all meet Baby Robbie soon! I unfortunately didn't have my camera for this shower :( so I didn't get any pics at this one. I can't thank you guys enough for all your hard work! Love you all dearly!

Co-workers Shower March 11, 2009

On Wednesday March 11th my amazing co-workers gave me a shower. I got so many fun gifts. Robbie is going to be set with awesome clothing and I will be set with some great gadgets that will help me out! It was so fun to hang out with the co-workers outside of work. It was great food and fun!! Thanks again guys!

My co-worker Cheryl (I like to call her Martha Stewart) made this diaper cake for me. I loved it! The ladies enjoying food and drinks...

Opening gifts...

My coworker Jess (in the background) saw this bath towel and said that she can't wait to hear the stories of Robbie being able to run around the house after a bath wearing this on his head making his best "monster face." As you can see I am doing here. LOVE IT!

Kent's Outpatient Back Surgery

Kent had a discectomy on Monday March 23rd, 2009. The doctor went in and removed the bulging disc that was pressing on the nerve that was causing all his back pain and leg(sciatic) nerve pain. The surgery went well but Kent was in a lot of pain when it was all done. It is now 12 days later and he seems to be slowly getting better. He found out that there is still some pain due to a Hematoma (sp?) at the incision site. The doc said that that will eventually go away. So we are hoping in the next 2 weeks he'll feel like a different man! So far, so good. Beware, the pictures are a bit graphic!

This one is about 4 or 5 days after surgery. He is healing up nice....

This one is also a few days after... I believe this was his incision two days after surgery. Not too bad.

32 weeks along...8 weeks and counting...

I do believe we have a big boy! Here I am at 32 weeks and seriously feel like it's week 38!