Plans? What plans?

I can't believe I'm officially in my third trimester. I'm 28 weeks as of Wednesday.

So with all that, the clock seems to be ticking and I feel like we haven't done anything to prepare. Well, at least we've picked out pattern for the baby's room, but that's really about it. No crib, no paint, no stocking up on the basics. I guess you could say we're deadline-oriented!

Besides preparing for Jordan's arrival, I'm also freaking out because I have all these trips planned out (in my head, anyway) and I really have very little time to go on them. And that is, if my doctor will even allow me to travel.

I'm not one to plan ahead most of the time, so this whole planning thing is really beyond me. Welcome to parenthood, right?

Hot child in the city

Wow, what a weekend! Jon and I decided to take a jaunt up to NYC to visit my brother and to do some last minute shopping. For me, of course.
I made the pilgrimage to H&M -- the one in Herald Square carries maternity clothes -- and I found a good amount of stuff. The next day, we perused the streets of Soho, where some of the best street shopping can be done. Our final day, we hit up all the fancy-schmancy baby stores on the Upper East Side, where Dave lives. We went nuts with the delicate, French baby clothes. They're just so friggin' cute! Jordan's uncle David even bought him his first little fancy outfit and a stuffed frog (natch).
While we had a blast shopping, we walked our asses off. And I will say, I'm so out of shape. Our first day there, we tromped across all of midtown and I was dying by the end of the day. My back ached, my legs were as big as tree trunks and I was so winded walking just a few blocks. I used to say that I don't even feel pregnant, but no more! I waddled like a bona fide pregnant chick.
Aches and pains aside, I soldiered through, canckles be damned. I even managed to climb up (sprint in some cases) up to David's FOURTH FLOOR walk-up apartment. That was torture.
All in all, we had a fantastic time. We ate our way across the city, we saw Russell Simmons hanging out next to his Maybach and we even partied until 2 a.m. in some cases! One last hurrah, right?
And we couldn't have picked a more perfect weekend. The weather was a pleasant 70 to 75 degrees during the day, not a cloud in the sky. Evenings were breezy and nice. Perfect!
It was sad to go, but don't cry for me, NYC. I've got Miami on my radar. I'm feeling the need for a little sun!

Time flies

I had my monthly doctor's appointment yesterday. Things are looking good, as per the dr., but I was surprised to find out how big little Jordan actually is. He weighs over a pound now and is about the size of a doll. More surprisingly to me is the fact that my uterus has stretched way beyond my bellybutton and is just under my rib cage. Crazy! I had no idea I was that big.
All this brought to light that, wow. July will be here before we know it. Our doctor also recommended we start searching for a pediatrician. So we'll probably kick off that search in the upcoming weeks.
In the meantime, we're very excited to see everyone for the baby shower. Save the date--May 31 is when we'll be holding it. And it's not gonna be your typical shower. Think of it as more of a baby party!

From Pooters

Damn, this keyboard is tough to type on with these paws!!

Anyways, wanted to update y'all from Dog Heaven.

I'm doing great here (can't you tell from the pic). Nothin' but lakes to swim in and squirrels to chase. I've re-united with a bunch of old time friends. Shanie was there to meet me and her and another cool dog, Rascal, showed me the ropes. I even ran into Skitzy (she's still a cranky SOB).

Well enough about me, just wanted to let everyone know I'm doing fine and we all say hi and send our love.

So Jordan, a little advice, don't poop on the couch or bed, doesn't go over well!!! I did prep them for cleaning up poop and pee, but just watch were you let go. You are one lucky dude. You've got one great Moms and Pops. They did a great job with me and I know they will do the same for you. I'm sad that I didn't get to meet you, but I will always be watching over you and I know that Mom and Dad will tell you all about me.

Just remember "I AM THE BEST KISSER"!!! Have the award to show for it.

Ohhh, squirrels are running!!! I'm out!

Love,

Bailey

Movement

It's hard to tell by the sonogram picture that's posted, but little Jordan has some long legs (I guess the frog theme is appropriate afterall!) Which makes me kinda nervous.

Lately, I've been feeling all sorts of weird things in my belly. At first, I chalked it up to gas. But as it happened more frequently, I started to think, "Hmm...maybe it's Jordan moving around?" I've noticed he moves a lot after I eat (which is all the time; reference previous post) or when I'm stressed at work (which is all the time, period). When I'm stressed at work, I tend to huddle over my desk, scrunching my body and thereby scrunching little Jordan.

Last week, I had a particularly trying week because we had a publication go to press at the last minute. And let me tell ya--the little guy would not let up. I think it's his way of saying "Straighten up and stop crowding me!" Or it could be his way of saying, "Will you chill already?!" Either way, it's making me improve my posture!

So, I'm curious to know from all the moms when they started feeling movement.

I'm nervous about how his kicking will progress as I get bigger. He may dislodge a kidney or two. But on the upside, he'll make an awesome basketball player!

Proud Pops

So, my blogging life begins.

I'm so excited that G and I are becoming parents. I can't wait for the little guy to get here (although there is a ton of stuff we still need to do). G has been awesome, well most of the times that is, she can get just a tad cranky.

So I guess I can't blog with out talking about strollers. I am the stroller man!! I have read and researched so much on strollers that I think I should get a 2nd job selling them. Not to toot my own horn, but I know more about the strollers then most of the people selling them.

I've also been thinking of starting a magazine for dads-to-be. There are sooo many mags out there for mommy and baby (given they have a tad more to deal with), but none for dads. I picture my mag to be somewhere in between GQ, Motor Trend and Maxim. Stroller and cool gadget reviews, food to cook for your preggos wife, cool gear for dads, things to teach your kid (like the proper way to shotgun a can of .... milk!), you know cool stuff like that. Plus some stuff to help the guys out with their wife. Like what to say about her growing boobs and stomach, ways to put it nicely (unlike the English dude in the bar the other night who told G she has a nice milk rack, this was after he showed us pics of his wife giving birth in their bathtub!!!).

Well, I hope I didn't bore you all too much, I'll try to make my blogs better in the future.

Hunger

My appetite has been ravenous lately. I'm chalking it up to the growing baby, but regardless, it's getting a little out of control. Here's a sample of a typical meal for me pre-pregnancy:
Morning: 1 hard boiled egg
Lunch: Salad or a Lean Cuisine that doesn't exceed 300 calories.
Dinner: some sort of lean grilled meat with steamed veggies.

Now:
Morning: bowl of Cheerios with half a banana
9:30: that other half of banana starts looking good. I eat it in 2 seconds flat
10: still hungry. I reach for some Crunch n Munch that I was saving for later.
11: an hour to go to lunch. Can't wait that long!! I eat an apple. It falls empty into my bottomless pit of a stomach.
12: A toasted turkey and cheese sandwich with a handful of Wheat Thins.
1: I'm ok, I'm ok....I'm not hungry
2: Is that my stomach grumbling?
2:45: Hold out for just 30 minutes more! Can't do it. I scarf down a bowl of strawberries and blueberries
6: Sitting here waiting for Jon to come home so he can make dinner. Think I'll have a cupcake while I wait.

Is this normal?! I've never eaten like this in my life!

Everyone's been asking me if I've had cravings. The answer is yes--I crave food.