It’s Getting Exciting

For 12 years there have been 2 of us, and soon there will be 3. It’s 1 AM and the contractions are getting closer together.

Not Much Longer?

Victoria had another midwife appointment today. This time when the midwife pushed on Victoria’s belly to figure out Ellie’s position, Ellie kicked her. I think we are going to have a very active baby! Next appointment is Friday 1^st of February, unless we see her at the hospital.

Thanks!

I wanted to say THANKS to everyone for all the wonderful gifts you have given Ellie. She is already spoiled. I know Victoria has expressed her gratitude, but I wanted to show my appreciation also.

Getting Close

The time for Ellie’s heated, but increasingly small room, in Victoria’s belly is running out. She is trying to move around but has nowhere to go and her foot is usually pushing out of Victoria's right side most of the day.

It is all getting very exciting for me and Victoria can’t wait much longer. Every time my phone rings I am expecting some nervous words on the other end saying politely “come home now, it’s time”. Even Geoff and Rose, who kept telling us the first one is usually late, seem to change their minds this weekend and think Ellie will be early.

Ellie's Bedroom

Ellie’s room is ready and awaiting her arrival. Victoria’s midwife appointment went well. She received instructions on when we should call the midwife as labor progresses (contractions 2 to 3 minutes apart and 45 seconds to 1 minute in duration). Next appointment is Friday the 25^th.

Counting the Days

Ellie is getting larger and stretching Victoria’s belly. It is so tight. A few nights ago, Victoria was looking at last year’s calendar to double check how many weeks she has been pregnant. She can’t believe that Ellie has 2 weeks more of growing.

The appointment with the stand in midwife went well. Next appointment is Wednesday 16^th.

Victoria's New Car

Look its Victoria in her new car, a Toyota Highlander. There is plenty room for Ellie in her baby seat, 4 adults, her buggy, nappy bag, change of clothes, beach blanket, kite, sun shade, and anything else we might need.

Ellie Caught Moving

After a long struggle and hundreds of photos I finally caught some movement. Enjoy!

Happy New Year

Victoria and I have been busy finishing off the small list of things we need to do before Ellie arrives. Ellie now has a small table lamp in her room for nighttime feeds, baby monitors have been checked (played with), and bedding and baby clothing have been washed. Victoria has been gathering items for her hospital bag. I am procrastinating and haven’t started yet. I am making a list of phone numbers to take to the hospital and emails to send everyone the good news. If any of you have a certain number you wish us to call please send me an e-mail.

At the last midwife appointment we found out that Ellie has moved lower in Victoria’s pelvis and is in the correct position. Next appointment is Wed the 9^th with our substitute midwife, as our regular midwife is on holiday until the 15th of January