Monday, February 27, 2012

Claire's Room and 36 weeks

Claire's room is officially ready. The only room in our house that is completely finished but it's a start!! Dave found this shelf system a couple years ago and knew it was meant to be for a baby room. It is very heavy piece of furniture, solid wood!! He painted it a perfect vibrant pink (at my request) and I love that it is so unique.

Lamps from Lowe's on clearance for $6 each, they originally had blue lamp shades but we switched those out for pink. Total cost on each lamp $11, my kind of bargain!!


Mirror from IKEA, I have had it for 2 years and it never found a spot in our home until now. I had other plans for the wall which didn't work out. I really wanted a mirror in the room and this one fits perfectly. Notice our new wood floors! :). Also, found the rug at Lowe's for $20, love it!!


Dressers Dave refinished, love them! We went back and forth about painting the room 2 colors or just one. We started out with just one color which is the bottom pink, well it was just too much by itself. So we went to plan B and toned it down with a lighter pink on top and put in the chair rail. Some mistakes are meant to be, I love how it turned out!!


This room has had a total makeover. New floors, baseboards, paint (walls, ceiling and closet), doors, light/fan fixture, blinds!! Now to finish the rest of the rooms!! :)



Full closet, Claire has gotten lots of stuff from her 4 showers!! Thanks to all our family and friends!!

36 weeks

Since I am considered high risk I am now going to the doctor weekly for checks with the doctor, ultrasound and non stress test. My typical doctor appt is 2- 2 1/2 hours, no fun since I have to go before work so that makes for a LONG day!!

*Claire is still breech. Doctor not concerned and said she can turn at any time until delivery. Let's hope so!!
*+12 lbs gained total
*All my vitals are great
*Feeling good most of the time, just get tired easier than before. Second trimester I was the energizer bunny but definitely slowing down now!!
*Left sciatic nerve bothering me now, I enjoyed no sciatic problems for 2 months but now it is the other side that hurts!! Ouch!!
*Due date still March 18. Doctor mentioned that he would be fine with me going to 41-42 weeks, I am really hoping that is not the case!!




Maggie excited about baby Claire!

Sunday, February 26, 2012

St. Pete Christmas and Shower

We headed to St. Pete a few days after Christmas. As usual we had a great time with the family and hanging out on the water. Pictures tell the story...


Gift time!!


Maggie loves boat rides!!


Emma, Me and Dave


Allie, Natalee, Lindsey and Scout


The Guys


Allie and Casey


The fish bit me!!


My trophy fish biting me, ouch!!


My trophy fish, lol!!


All the Boston Terriers and Maggie (odd man out). :)


Cute cupcakes Allie made for the shower, yummy!!


Me and Lee


Sweet gifts


All the girls at the shower

We had a great time and are so thankful for such a loving family!!

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Gainesville Christmas #2 and Family Shower


Pa and his great grand Olivia


Deb, Me, Dave and Bernie


Me, Mom and Dave


Love how Olivia is holding the cupcake, too cute!


Dave opening baby gifts!


Dave's Nana made this baby blanket for us when we got married, 4 years later she was able to give it to us! Such a sweet gift!


Sweet Olivia


Dave and Emma


Olivia and Pa


Olivia telling Pa to sit down, so cute!

St. Pete Christmas and shower to come...

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Baby Daquila has a name!



Claire Josephine Daquila

The only name that Dave and I both really liked. I love the name, Claire is just a name we both liked and Josephine is my middle name as well as my maternal grandmother's name!! I made these name blocks this week. Dave cut the wood and I did the rest. I love them, they turned out perfect!!

Saw the OB on Monday. Will have my 32 week ultrasound on the 24th. One last final check of baby to check growth and all that good stuff!!

Stats: 30 weeks, measuring at 27 weeks. Total weight gain for pregnancy +10.

Pros: Passed my glucose test with flying colors, yay!! Sciatic nerve pain is GONE!! It gradually disappeared over the holidays and I am so thankful!! Still feeling really well overall! Feeling baby C move lots, Dave has actually seen her move twice in the past few days!

Cons: Not much to mention at this time! YAY!

Saturday, January 7, 2012

Gainesville Christmas #1

Wow, we had a busy holiday season! There will be lots of Christmas and baby shower posts in the next few days. Dave and I are so blessed to have such wonderful families and that makes for lots of family gatherings. Stay tuned for all of the festivities we celebrated over the holidays! Hope you all had a blessed Christmas and beginning of 2012!!


Merry Christmas!


Grace and Emme


Pup(Tom) and Grace~ LOVE this pic!! Grace loves her Pup SO much!!


Mom and Me


Grace and Daddy~ she loved her new giraffe!


Nana and Jack


Leanne and Grace



Leanne and her UGG headband for her Colorado trip!


Baby Daquila is going to claim these pink baby UGGS for herself next year!

Thursday, December 22, 2011

27 weeks



27 Weeks
Baby weighs almost 2lbs think head of cauliflower and 14 1/2 inches long

Measuring: 2 weeks behind (25 weeks) but OB is not concerned. (Side note: my mom did not get very big with me and I ended up being 8.5lbs, so I am sure baby girl is growing just fine.)

Weight: +9 lbs

OB Visit:
Got my Rhogam shot last week since I am O- and we believe Dave had + blood. I have to get Rhogam now and after I deliver so my body does not produce antibodies. Just standard practice with mother's who are - and possibly have + babies.

Had my glucose screening this morning to check for gestational diabetes. Fasted all night then got to drink a very sugary drink and wait an hour to get my blood drawn. Hoping I pass to avoid the dreaded 3 hour glucose screening!!

The Good:
Feeling great most of the time. No nausea and pretty full of energy! Still sleeping well especially with my body pillow if Dave doesn't try to take it for himself. :) Lots of movement from baby girl. Dave has seen her move as well but when I tell him she is moving and he comes in for a closer look or feel she usually stops, of course!!

The Bad:
My sciatic nerve is bothering me on the right side, most likely baby girl is creating this problem. It really hurts when walking and getting to a standing position. When I am sitting or standing not much pain so that is good. Went to the chiropractor twice this week for adjustments. No relief yet, but hoping soon!

Heartburn is pretty constant right now but not too unbearable, liquid Maalox is my good friend!

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Lake City Christmas 2011

This past weekend we went to Lake City to celebrate Christmas with my dad's side of the family. Here are a few pics from the day...




Nursing baby


Dad and Me


Dad and Bubba the Bull








Our first baby...


Maggie Mae


Happy Pup!!