NYC Couples Shower

Last weekend the family I nanny for threw us a very nice couples "baby cocktails" party. The theme was pink and blue and we were able to celebrate with our New York Friends. Most of the guests were Brian's fellow residents and significant others so it was really nice for Brian to celebrate our upcoming arrivals with his friends too. 

These are my favorite cupcakes from One Girl bakery in Brooklyn

 Kristine and Leslie, they both live in our building and Kristine and Bob will be making the big move to LA with us this summer where Bob and Brian are both doing their fellowships at the same place

 Mingling 

 Clementine and Field helped us open all of our gifts, they were so excited. Diana wrote up this really cute speach using candy bars and the kids were patiently waiting to eat the candy all night.

 My friend and fellow nanny Mandy

 Hostess Diana 

 Bob & Kristine

 The night ended with some great musical performances by David and Host Nelson and Brian thought he could join in on the harmonica 

 Margaret and the cute diaper cake she made for us 

I'm going to really miss these guys and I only have about 3 weeks left with them, but I'm so greatful that I have been a part of their lives for the past 4+ years and we have gained lifelong friends. Thank you for such a fun shower and celebration for our babies Nelson and Diana. 

31 weeks

How far along: 31 weeks

Total Weight Gain: 21 lbs

Maternity Clothes: Yes but I still wear blousey tops that are not maternity

Stretch Marks: no

Sleep: I wake up several times at night to go to the potty, or reposition my pillows, and to get a drink of water. I now also have to sleep with my feet propped up because they were swelling up so bad in my sleep that it was painful.

Best Moment of the week: Knowing I'm one more week closer to meeting these little guys. I'm not sure If you know this but I'm not really one of those women who love being pregnant. 
Movement: Lots of rolling around kicking at night, they like to have a dance party in my belly when i am trying to go to sleep. Also I have felt a couple times when they get hiccups.

Food Cravings: ICE still, this is because I am still anemic and have to up my iron intake even more. I still don't have really weird or strong food cravings but I do like pastries in the morning and I love ranch dressing.

Symptoms: This week I was on the mend from the flu. Yes I got the flu even though I had a flu shot back in October. It was awful and I still have a horrible cough from it. Thank goodness I was able to start Tamaflu since we caught it in the first 48 hours.  I also failed my normal blood glucose test so I had to do the three hour test which was miserable. My hands and feet have been swelling at night and I am so itchy it feels like bugs are crawling on me all the time. I think I apply lotion 2-3x a day all over my whole body. Seriously I'm not sure I how I can take 7 more weeks of these symptoms, hopefully something will ease up.

Wedding Rings on or off: Wedding band on, engagement ring off sometimes

Looking Forward to: Getting some "nesting" tasks completed. Almost everything is ready to bring those two peanuts home but I still have a few last minute preparations like a little laundry, finish packing my hospital bag, finish shower thank yous, and go shopping for nursing supplies.

Happy or Moody: Itchy all the time :)

The Rest of Louisville

I have a few random/other pics from our Louisville trip I wanted to share. At the end of the week it was so beautiful to have snow and especially at my parents house where there isn't much around the winter wonderland scenes were so nice. 

Brian took this one of all the geese flying in the trees, they are kinda camouflaged

One night we had a chance to stop and visit with our favorite little "bootie" boy and check out all his Christmas presents, new big boy boy, and here about his excitement for his new sister baby Bryce. 

Dinner Date Night at Lilly's 

Hanging out at Joe's Older Than Dirt

Checking to see who has the biggest belly bump

And this is a whole other story...

I'll let Brian add this commentary.

This is me sporting some of my new

Christmas presents.  My AR 15 paintball gun and camo I picked up from the Goodwill

When I bought the camo I thought it would be an advantage but as you can see I should have found winter camo.  I think it actually makes me an easier target in the snow.  Should have checked the weather forecast.

These are the cleanest pictures you will find of Stephen and Andrew's camo because soon after these were taken they were covered in yellow paint from my paintball gun.  I boasted a 2-1 record with the most hits and least amount of times hit. I guess Stephen's crazy facial hair didn't really help with his playing abilities.

The next installment of war games will be taking place this spring/summer if anyone would like to join in.

29 Weeks

How far along: 29 weeks

Total Weight Gain: 18 lbs

Maternity Clothes: Yes but I still wear blousey tops that are not maternity

Stretch Marks: no

Sleep: I wake up several times at night to go to the potty, or reposition my pillows, mostly because my back hurts or to get a drink of water. I guess I am in training for middle of the night feedings.

Best Moment of the week: Whenever I have ultrasounds it’s always the highlight because I get to see my little peanuts. On Monday Hudson was 2lbs 8oz but still breech, and Hadley was 2lbs 10oz and had turned to be head down. We couldn’t see their faces though because they were both facing my back.

Movement: Lots of rolling around movement and a strong kick every once in a while. It’s fun to just watch my belly and see it move.

Food Cravings: ICE all the time I want a big cup of ice to crunch

Symptoms: Back pain and leg

Wedding Rings on or off: on

Looking Forward to: My couples baby cocktail party/shower on Saturday that the Tebbes are hosting

Happy or Moody: Happy :)

Louisville Baby Shower

On our last day in Louisville my Aunt Sara along with 4 best girl friends hosted an amazing baby shower for us. Everything was so perfect and they put so much thought into all the little details, which I really appreciate. It was awesome to see friends from out of town, people I used to work with, NYC friends, family, etc. Thank you so much for a wonderful shower!

My Hostesses

Whitney, Megan, Elizabeth, Me, Nikki, and Sara

Cute Invitations 

They used all the colors of our nursery. Once we actually get to decorate one in California I'm going to use shades of Purple, Teal, and Navy.

 Food Table

Beverage Station, there was also a coffee bar in the kitchen

Delicious Cakes

Male High School Girlfriends

Look at all the Gifts! We have very generous friends and family!

The Pregnant Gals

My Aunt Kathie and Uncle Craig surprised me and came all the way from Georgia.

Sisters

Present Opening

Love this cute ruffle outfit from my Mom

This is one of the coolest gifts, it's a double baby carrier 

Whitney wanted to test it out with dolls 

My sister hand painted these beautiful boxes and once they are born she will fill in all the details of their birthday.

Brian helped with some of the heavy lifting.

Another Favorite Personalized Burp Cloths

I loved Megan's big monkey so much my mom went out and got us one too.

Grandmas to be...Pat is going to go by Grandmom and Mom is going to be Nana

The Allgeier Side Girls but Milly and Clarabelle were missing

Everyone filled out messages to us on these cute cards and don't you love the cute favors! These girls really know how to through a great party.