>Last week I had my CAS (Congenital Anomaly Scan). I am so thankful that the results are normal. I saw my baby smiling, frowning and opening her mouth. It is also confirm that I am expecting a girl. We are so happy and excited!
>Pasaway…
Since I have gestational diabetes, I asked them that I can’t sent money due to my condition. Instead of understanding my situation they were attacking me. Every week they had this demolition plan against me. I was trying to ignore them. I focused on my own life. I don’t want that my health will be affected because I am carrying a baby. I don’t want my baby to feel that I am stressed out. I handle everything lightly until yesterday!
>Weekend Getaway
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Last week we had our weekend getaway. It was a 5th death anniversary of my father. We visited him and bring him his favorite flower. I really miss him so much!
>Update…
>So many things are happening lately and that is the reason why I seldom update this blog. Anyway, yesterday I had a very hard time dealing my blood sugar because I had diarrhea. My blood sugar drops too and I am just so glad that I was in my Endo’s Clinic. My daily insulin intake is now adjusted and so far I feel better now.
>Baby Checklist
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Today I gather baby’s checklist. I am trying to complete this before reaching my 7th month. As you can see I am still excited as if this is my first time. Some of my first born items was distributed to my relatives so I need to buy new items for my Pillow. 🙂
Clothing – Necessities:
___ 6 – 12 bodysuits or baby Ts (depending on how often you want to do laundry). Shirts that snap or tie on the side are helpful for babies who don’t like things going over their heads.
___ 6 – 9 pairs of soft, comfy pants.
___ 3 – 5 newborn gowns . These are great for quick diaper changes, especially when baby is sleepy.
___ 6 – 12 soft pajamas .
___ 3 – 5 soft knit caps.
___ tons of baby socks and booties (these disappear quickly!)
___ 8 – 12 bibs
Clothing – Extras
___ 2 sweaters if the weather will be chilly.
___ 1 adorable take-home outfit .
___ Christening or other newborn welcoming ceremony clothing.
___ Tiny little fancy outfits that may never be worn.
___ Tiny mittens to prevent newborns from scratching themselves.
___ Some baby clothing in size 3 – 6 months to grow into.
Bath – Necessities
___ Baby bathtub
___ 2 – 4 Hooded towels
___ A dozen or so washcloths
___ Cotton swaps and alcohol (for umbilical stump care).
___ Bath toys
Diapering
___ diapers
___ Diaper pail
___ Baby wipes
___ travel wipe container
___ diaper bag
___ changing pad
___ diaper ointment
Breastfeeding – Necessities
___ Box of Disposable nursing pads
___ 6 – 8 washable breast pads
___ 5 – 7 nursing bras
___ nursing tops and pajamas
___ Lanolin nipple cream (such as Lansinoh)
___ Boppy or other nursing pillow
___ Phone number of your local La Leche and/or lactation consultant
___ Breast pump , bottles and accessories (if needed)
Bottle Feeding – Necessites
___ 6 – 8 Bottles
___ Newborn nipples
___ Bottle brush and drying rack
___ Bottle sterilizer
___ Formula
Baby Health/Care
___ Pain reliever / fever reducer as recommended by your pediatrician
___ Thermometers (rectal and ear)
___ Hair brush
___ Teething ring / toy / gel
___ Soft newborn toy
___ Eye dropper or medicine spoon
___ Bulb syringe
___ Diaper rash ointment or cream
___ Gas drops
___ Saline nasal spray or drops
___ Non-latex gloves
Saving Memories
___ Camera (still and/or video)
___ Film, photo paper, and/or video cassettes
___ Scrapbook or photo album
___ Picture frames
___ Handprint and/or Footprint keepsake kit
___ Personalized blanket or other custom item
___ Keepsake box for keepsakes such as the hospital bracelet, first haircut curls, etc.
>Surprise.. Surprise
>Happy Easter
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>Gareth Moment
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Gareth is so active lately. No TV for him for almost 3 weeks so that he can practice his speech more. He is now responsive and trying so hard to speak. He is somewhat delayed in speech due to his TV time. He spends so much time watching TV and its affecting his speech.
>Finally…
>We are finally in our new house…
>Tomorrow is the Day
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