Third Trimester!

Wowee, time flies by! I can't believe that it's been 28 weeks already... Doctor appointments will happen every two weeks now. I should expect to gain a pound a week. I've only gained 4 pounds since my initial visit to the doctor to confirm the pregnancy... According to my readings, the baby should be about 2 pounds. Size wise of my belly, doctor says everything is looking good. Too bad there's no weight gain in my boobs :(

...on a side note...Our humble, one-bedroom abode is suffering from growing pains. It doesn't help that I'm a pack rat and have a hard time parting with my material possessions. We're (I'm) going to have trouble making the place "baby-safe" once the baby starts being mobile.

FYI: Maternity pants with the "secret fit belly" (spandex that connects the pants and covers the stomach up to the boobs) is potentially a fashion trend since it gives the tummy a "slimming" effect. I saw it on the "Today Show." (picture from destinationmaternity.com)

27 Weeks - the cute stage

Time just flies by -- four weeks down, two more to go of Expectant Parent Class. So far, we've learned about the hospital, the stages of labor, cesarean sections, breathing techniques, and basic newborn care.

The most important thing to do during labor is to stay calm -- save the energy for the pushing. Ryan, the coach, will need to help me with the process. We'll need lots of practice.

Auntie Wendy says that I have a "basketball" in my tummy now. What's the next stage? A watermelon? You can be the judge next time.

hiccups, a shower, and the best husband ever!

Baby hiccups?? Yup, at least three strong bursts usually on my right side. Ryan has felt them, but doesn't believe me. He thinks I have gas or some other bodily disorder. The initial excitement of feeling the baby move has lost its magic on baby's daddy. Now, when he feels it, he gets scared because he says it's so strong...little does he know that those were not the strongest...

I had my first baby shower today -- on Kauai at the Poipu Bar and Grill. All the ladies had a blast! Thank you Jodi, Kristi, Auntie Sharon, and Granny Nanny for putting it all together and thank you everyone else for coming and for all the gifts! The baby is lucky to be so loved already. (see below for more)

...and the best part...seeing Ryan transform into a daddy. He's always been really good at taking care of me (and our little home). He'll make sure I eat, drink lots of water, and even butter my belly. Yes, that's what the product is called: Tummy Butter. He'll stop playing Madden and slather on the concoction to keep my midsection moisturized.

Last weekend, he went home to Kauai and brought back a huge box, carry-on, and backpack full of baby clothes thanks to Jodi, Jennifer, and Kristi. On Monday after work, I came home to a bed full of baby clothes and a husband willing to segregate them according to size. Who knew Ryan would be so into clothes or is it that he doesn't like to live messy anymore? I hope it's more the latter, but I'll be happy with both!

XOXO - 'til next time!
Hanae & Auntie Coleen








Grans Nan sewed these designs and turned diapers into cute burp cloths :)







...and Kuni sewed this cute quilt for baby.
...and Hanae gave this one :)
Look at the cute wrap job by Gran Karen.