Exciting week

Week 36 turned out to be a busy week.  I am officially on maternity leave, but I found plenty of things to keep me busy.

Monday I took the pug to the vet for his checkup and vaccinations.  He's all ready for doggie day care this summer when we head to Montana for Weston's wedding.  I spent the day napping and sewing. :)

Tuesday I met Cheryle & baby Christopher for lunch.  Okay, so Christopher slept the whole time, but Cheryle and I had a nice time just chatting and walking around Santana Row.  It turned into more than a couple of hours and then I went home for a quick nap. The day goes by quickly when I am so tired all the time!

Wednesday was marathon shopping with Chiara.  I didn't buy much other than a breast pump, which I was told I should have right away.  I used a coupon and saved myself $50!  Plus, I used a gift card with $40, so overall I saved almost $100 out of my own pocket.  I love saving money. Chiara bought clothes and lots of other great baby stuff for her little one.  I've been buying for months, so I didn't need any more clothes or much stuff and that's why I didn't spend money.
After shopping, I met Matt at Dr. Wong's office for my weekly check-up and to get my cerclage removed!  It was the longest appointment of the pregancy!  We waited and waited to be called back.  Then, we waited and waited and waited for Dr. Wong to come in.  My appointment was at 4:30 and it was almost 5:30 before she arrived.  She had a little trouble getting the cerclage out because she didn't realize that there were two loops she needed to snip.  She was pulling on the stitch while it was still attached!  It was not pleasant.  Once she got the second snip, it was over quick.  I had no discomfort after and very little spotting.  I was just excited to have the darn thing out!
We barely had enough time to make it to our final baby class--infant care.  We had to make a quick pitstop for some food at In-and-Out so Matt wouldn't be too cranky.  Luckily, people seem to arrive a little late for most of these classes.  We were just on time.  The class turned out to be a little disappointing to me.  I'm not sure that I really know how to care for an infant very well.  How often do I need to bath him?  I'm not sure--she just said not every day.  How long is the bath?  Not sure...just not long.  Oh, well...I'll just read about it in a book.  I'm sure I have one.

Thursday I went to work for a program picnic.  I was almost too tired to go, but went because I promised Dolores I would go.  I'm glad that I did.  I got to say hi to a few people and chat a little.  It is nice to talk to people and not just be alone all day.  I did go home and sleep afterwards.  I love being pregnant partly because it allows me to nap without guilt. :)

By Friday I was exhausted.  I had a prenatal massage planned to help me relax and get ready for delivery.  I'm so glad that I did it!  The Mommy Spa (aka Lindsay) was awesome.  She chatted through the whole massage, but she gave lots of good tips on how to relax my muscles and how Matt can help during labor.  She is very pro-natural labor, so it made me feel really good.  If this little one isn't out by 38 weeks, I'm going back for another massage.  I think I will go back after he is born, too...I'll need some pampering then, too.
I also had my final counselor appointment before the baby.  She has watched me grow throughout the pregnancy, so it was nice to see her one last time.  She was actually one of the first people I told.  I even told her that I was pretty sure I was pregnant before I knew.  I plan on going back after the baby is born--then she can meet him, too.

So, Memorial Day weekend is upon us and I'm ready!  Anytime now...come on, baby!