One Seat or Two?

Yesterday for work I had fly to New Hampshire, 1 hour outside of Boston. As I was changing planes in Detroit, I saw I didn't have a seat assignment. With being pregnant, I really wanted an isle seat just in case I had to use the bathroom. Well, I got the isle seat, but the man sitting next to me was spilling into my seat. To make matters worse, it was the last row on the plane and those seat don't recline back. He thought that he got the arm rest in the middle and he thought that he can spread his legs as wide as he wanted. It didn't make it comfortable for the whole plane ride, I was leaning over the other way to get away from this guy. Since he had the arm rest, he stuck his elbow on my seat-right in my back and his side arm was touching my belly. Gross!!!Needless to say-I quickly stuck my elbows back and made him move off of my seat and some what touching me. If he wanted two seats he should of bought two seats. If bigger people would just buy them, it would make everyone a little more comfortable everywhere. There should a place on the ticket, one person two seats please!

*It was a very stressful layover because I lost my licence in between. Thank goodness it was found.

Lamaze Class #2

Last night was class #2 and Brandon and I both survived. We have a hard time getting to the class because there are so many other things we could be doing, but once we are there we enjoy it and learn so much. We watched a movie of 3 different mom's in the labor and delivery process. I can't lie, even I got a little squeamish-I had to close my eyes at some parts. We practiced breathing again-I think I'm good at that one. We talked about the different steps that happens during labor-good to know. Did you know that only 8% of women's water actually breaks before they start having contractions? Very small percentage, but I'm always worried that it would happen at work or while I'm sleeping and I don't want to clean up that mess! All in all here are the some of the things that I learned last night:

• Labor Pain is Purposeful
• Labor Pain is Anticipated
• Labor Pain is Intermittent
• Labor Pain is Normal

The purpose is that it brings about the birth of the baby. Pain is anticipated so prepare ahead of time by learning pain management. Thank goodness it's intermittent, which means you have a rest in between contractions. AND it's NORMAL. A women's body was designed for pregnancy and childbirth.

I've got 4 classes left and 11 more weeks until this baby girl might be ready. The question will be, am I ready?

Another picture of us in California

Steve, Brandon & Bekah at the Golden Gate Bridge in Feb 2008

Quick Trip to Sacramento!

Over the weekend we went to Sacramento for a quick trip. We got to visit Brandon's Dad-John and wife-Carol, and his brother- Steve. We had a great time. We ate really good food. Went on a relaxing boat ride down the Sacramento River. We even had time to chill at the pool. Here is a picture of Brandon, his brother Steve and Me in July 2008.

Lamaze Class #1

Last night was our first Lamaze class, we go for 6 weeks straight. I was nervous and excited at the same time-hoping to meet people in our same situation. There were lots of comment made and lots of ideas given. I'm glad to have enrolled and paid $74 for this 6 week class. I feel it will get Brandon and I ready - I want to know everything, all the possibilities that could happen with labor. I know this class will also help Brandon know what I'm going through and know that I need his help every step of the way. Now there is homework, we have to read the Lamaze magazine, practice breathing, and practice relaxing. I know I can do the last two things :) So here are a few facts I learned:

11 Best foods to eat

• Oatmeal
• Oranges
• Strawberries
• Cantaloupe
• Sweet Potatoes
• Beans
• Whole Grains (3 grams of fiber or more!)
• Dairy
• Blueberries
• Broccoli
• Spinach

Also, did you know......

• The National Average age for breastfeeding is 2 years old (America's bring it way down!)
• Michael Jordan was breastfed until he was 4 years old
• Mother knows best!
• They used to sedate women to have babies (who knows if you were getting the right baby)
• The shows on TLC are drama, normal labor/birth is boring (they want to keep us watching).

Wish me luck on my journey, 12 more weeks until our baby girl comes! If anyone has any tips or suggestions I will gladly take them.

Pregnancy Update!

Today is a great day! I'm so lucky to feel good and not be sick during my pregnancy. Sorry for those who are :( but after a long day at work and busy errands- I still get tired. I told Brandon I require a lot more sleep. He lets me sleep in on Saturdays and Sundays to catch up for the next week. What a good husband I have. Brandon has been my rock through this whole time. He helps me remember to eat good-get enough milk, fruits & veggies, protein, take my vitamin, and have fiber in my diet. Today I am 24 weeks along. More than half way through. I will post belly pictures when I take them this weekend. With me feeling so good, I think I have gained a lot more weight than most girls do. Oops! I have been able to go walking and get to gym. My little girl seems to be positioned very low-which is spreading my hips, thighs, and everything else. I'm starting to get swollen feet and hands at work, hard to put my feet up! I'm not really craving anything, but I've always loved Mexican food, so it's a good excuse! We are going to soon start on the her room, but are still trying to find the perfect yellow for the walls. AND I still need to register! Life is good. 16 more weeks and counting down!

Happy Anniversary!

Happy Anniversary! It's been 7 years since Brandon and I got married. Wow! How time flies by. I can't believe it's been that long. Brandon is a great husband and does many things that most men don't do. He helps me so much around the house, we have a great system/schedule. We are great business partners too. Once a week we discuss the bills and what we are doing with our paychecks. It's nice to know what is going on and what I'm working for. Brandon is a wonderful husband and I know when our baby is born he will be a wonderful dad too. Here's to many more anniversary's! 7 down and more to come!