My “nesting instinct” officially kicked in this week! I’ve been SO productive, getting lots of things organized, cleaned, and in order. I love this time in the pregnancy! I feel like I am able to conquer any task and I have the energy and motivation to do so. Yes, I’m exhausted at the end of the day, but there is quite a satisfaction that comes along with getting things done.
Week thirty-five with Vera.
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| it wasn’t so very long ago that we brought this sweet little one home with us! |
I realized over the weekend how many things I still have on my to-do list for preparing for the new baby! I broke down my list into smaller chunks that I can accomplish each week. If I get ahead of schedule, all the better!
Week 34
-pre-wash new diapers (done)
-buy cloth diaper detergent (done)
Week 35
-paint nursery
-arrange care for Vera for when I go into labor
-write notes for Vera’s caretaker(s)
-deep-clean our bedroom (since Mango will be in there with us at first)
-make a new batch of laundry detergent
Week 36
-gather breastfeeding supplies (covers, pads, lanolin, nursing bras, etc.)
-get out newborn clothes
-set up nursery (move around furniture, arrange closet, hang curtains, maybe decorate a little, etc.)
-pack hospital bags (mine, Tad’s, baby’s)
-pack Vera’s bag
Week 37
-bake several loaves of whole-wheat bread and freeze
-make a few meals for the freezer
-create a freezer inventory list with cooking instructions
-stock pantry with staples (brown rice, oatmeal, etc.)
-take maternity photos (?)
Week 38
-write shower thank-you notes
-catch up (or get ahead!)
Week 39
-buy any last-minute needs (disposable diapers, etc.)
-thoroughly clean out fridge
-thoroughly clean both bathrooms
-get a haircut
Week 40
-set up pack ‘n’ play in our bedroom
Week 41
-get a pedicure (it’s my reward if I’m still great with child…ha!)
Since I put up last week’s update late, not a whole lot has changed!
I did have an appointment with my midwife yesterday, though. She said I’m measuring a little small (33 weeks), but that’s fine. Mango’s heartbeat is around 152, so that is great. One of the midwives (a new one at my practice) said I’m all baby! I’ll be having appointments more often now that I’m getting closer to my due date!
Mango likes to move around more when Vera and I are singing together. I know she just can’t wait to be a part of our little choir! 🙂
Week thirty-four with Vera.
