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Nesting, Wraps, Chopped Locks, & 26wk photo
I had this overwhelming urge to completely organize and clean our bedroom. While it was much needed (my make-up was taking over the dresser), I'm definitely feeling the burn now. The bottom of my pregnant belly aches along with my back. I wasn't doing much bending down, but it seems this nesting instinct is causing some serious muscle aches!
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Why I've Chosen to Have an Unassisted Birth
I often get questioned as to why I plan on having an unassisted childbirth, and what exactly it is. There are several women here on Open Diary who are planning UC's and a couple who have already successfully given birth without any intervention or assistance.
Unassisted birth isn't a new trend. God made our bodies to give birth. He has installed ( Read more... ) -
Great Links for Pregnant Women
I wanted to make a place (besides on my browser) to post some of the links that have been helpful to me during this pregnancy, in making specific choices and preparing for birth. So, here's the list- feel free to add your own suggestions!
Great Positions for Laboring
A slide presentation by the Mayo Clinic. Woman is a drawing, not a real photo of a ( Read more... ) -
bye bye midwives!
Short version:
We've let go our midwives and are receiving a refund for what we've overpaid.
We're having an unassisted birthing experience, and we're both thrilled about it!
I realize there are many people who want, and will want, to talk us out of this, but.... it's doesn't matter.
Birthing in a hospital is not normal. When did it become normal?
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Unassisted Birth: Supply kit
Hubby and I are really considering ditching the midwives and birthing center (as long as we dont end up having to pay the full amount), and having UC (Unassisted childbirth) experience ( Read more... ) -
The Issues with MIL.
After morning baths for the whole crew, we ventured off to the barber shop for "The Return of The Mohawk". He had one previously, but my MIL wouldn't keep him overnight on the weekend (and go to church with her) unless I allowed her to have it shaved off. Desperate for a childless weekend, I agreed. Afterall, it's just hair. It will grow back.
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Green and Crunchy
UNO
I've fallen head-over-heels for Method, a brand of cleaners found at Target. With no harsh chemicals, this stuff is absolutely, positively awesome. I heard it was on the Oprah's Earth Day show this year.
One of our bathrooms is tough to clean because the previous owners didn't know how to yield a spray bottle and a scrubbing pad on a regular ( Read more... ) -
I hate potty training!
22 weeks and 4 days pregnant
Hubby had both yesterday and today off, and as we all know, just because you take time off from work, work does not take time off from you. He lunged into his latest project, the baby nursery. We've chosen paint hues that match the the bedding we picked out at Target. The main color is a soft, nearly a pastel green. ( Read more... ) -
Minor complaints.....
Muh-haha.
I had no idea installing "cut" was so easy. And here I was attempting to something the hard way.
Silly me.
Feeling crummy today. Some days my sinuses seem bareable, but today, I feel like crawling back into bed and ignoring the world. Not possible when you have a two and four year old.
I have many chores to complete before my parents come ( Read more... )
