Archives for July 2022

As of today, I am officially full term. I’m 37 weeks and we are patiently awaiting the arrival of our little one. Preparing for a baby can be super stressful, and I’m a little bit of a procrastinator for sure. My mom says I get it from my dad; I think it’s the enneagram 9 in me. Despite my procrastination and the financial challenges I’ve faced these past two months, my little guy’s nursery is about 80% ready. All that’s left is little things for organization and aesthetics. I plan to put a rug in there and buy some cube organizers – things like that. Otherwise his little crib is all set up and I’m so excited. I actually moved it into my bedroom because it’s small enough and I like the idea of him sleeping in it instead of a pack and play.

It’s definitely exciting to look at it on a daily basis, and it makes me even more excited to meet my kiddo. Making it to 37 weeks has been pure joy for me. I started this pregnancy as a ball of anxiety thinking of every possible thing that could go wrong. I’m still anxious, but it doesn’t consume me the way it once did. As I’ve stated before, feeling this kiddo move is the best part of this whole pregnancy journey. I’m actually a little sad that that part is almost over, but the positive side of that is finally having him in my arms. I’ll continue to keep you guys updated for sure.

Xoxo,

Ash, RN

I am 34 weeks today with 42 days left until my due date. The word nervous does not even begin to describe it, but I am excited nonetheless. M and I had an hour long conversation about not being able to wait to actually see this little guy’s face. It’s been a LONG time coming and we really are excited. There’s a part of me that’s hoping he decides to make his debut a little early, but the nurse in me wants to him to fully bake. Plus, genetics is not on my side when it comes to due date deliveries (thanks Mom 😉).

Our baby shower is this weekend and it’ll be M’s first time meeting my family, so that’s a little nerve wrecking and I hope it goes well. My family isn’t terrible but they can definitely be a lot to handle – we all have very strong personalities. I have no doubt that M can handle it though; he’s very chill.

I’ve had a lot going on this past month and usually I would share, but I’m not ready to quite yet. When the time is right, I will. Going into these last 40+ days of pregnancy definitely has me feeling some type of way. I’ve been an extreme ball of emotions for multiple reasons and I can’t thank my family and M enough for putting up with me and the ups and downs I’ve been experiencing. It’s been an emotional rollercoaster. I feel like there’s so much to do and so little time, and the month of July is full of family functions and celebrations that I would love to be present for. It’ll be interesting to see how it all works out. I’m tired already and things haven’t even really started yet. I will try my hardest to keep you guys updated, but don’t be upset if you don’t hear from me for a while.

I’m out. Xoxo,

Ash, RN

P.S. – Happy Belated Birthday to my sissy who turned 23 at the beginning of the month. If you’ve ever had the opportunity to meet my sister you already know how amazing of a person she is. If you haven’t met her, I’m sure you’ll come to know her one way or another. She’s going to do great things. Happy Birthday sis!! Love you 💜