Baby Girl Rapp #2 (32 weeks)

Today I had a doctors appointment and it was also my 32 week ultrasound. Everything seemed to look good and the baby is doing well. The doctor also got a very good shot of the gender of the baby and if there was any question before - there is none now - we are definitely having another girl :)

Her head is measuring about 2 weeks ahead (she's following her big sister's big head trait there) and her leg bone was about a week ahead, but he reassured us neither was anything to be concerned about. Her body and everything else was right on track development wise and he estimates she weighs about 4.4 pounds right now. He said he'd guess she'd be around 7-8 pounds when she is born. (That's also what he said with Lucy - who was 8lbs 12 oz - so I think we'll just have to wait and see. :)

She is head down already too, so that is good. Hopefully she will stays that way!

We got to see her face for a few moments and I think she already looks a little like her big sister. This picture isn't the best image of her face that we saw, but it is the best he could get in a picture.

Cribs are for babies!

We decided this past Sunday (July 31st) to make the jump and see how Lucy would do in her new twin bed! We still need a rug and a few others things for the room, but other than that it is pretty much put together. I think it was harder for us not having her in the "nursery" - than for her to sleep in a new bed! She has done great!

As I said before, I've had the new crib bedding for a while, so other than putting it all together, their wasn't too much to do in the nursery once Lucy stopped sleeping in there. I need to hang a few more things on the wall, but I've got all of Lucy's clothes moved to the new room and the new baby's things pretty much ready and put away.

It is definitely getting a little harder (and more uncomfortable) to work on things, so I'm doing a little at a time. Once I get both rooms completely done, I'll post lots more pictures, but until then here is a little sneak peek....

First morning in her new bed (also my bed growing up)



A glimpse at the crib linens for baby #2

A way delayed photo....

I just downloaded some old pictures off my camera and came across these and just had to post them. They are of Marcus and Lucy on Fathers Day. We realized we hadn't taken a photo of the two of them that day and we were about to go inside for the day (hence why Lucy is sad) - so I grabbed my camera, but it was too late. She already realized her playtime was coming to a close and she was not happy. Parenting isn't always pretty :)

10 weeks (or less)

Well we made it back from Hilton Head safe and sound! It was a great week! Lucy loves the baby pool (still a little scared of the big pool) and the beach! Our resort also has a lagoon full of fish and turtles and I know one of her favorite things was getting to feed the turtles! Here is a link to my Hilton Head photos I put on facebook...

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.684984673375.2167839.31406305&l=c7fb8b4bd1&type=1

This past weekend, we ended up making last minute plans to go see my friends new baby boy - Owen. He is so perfect! It is crazy to think I'll have a little baby like that in a few weeks! We also were able to attend another friend's barbecue that night and Lucy had a great time playing with all the kids. I was great to catch up with a bunch of our friends too! Yesterday, however, (Sunday) she must have been having friend withdrawal. (Playing with Mom and Dad just wasn't cutting it.)

This was our conversation all day long.....

"Let's go Mommy, lets go, to Lexie and Reid's house - okay?" - Lucy
"Honey, they aren't home today" - Me
"Okay then lets go to Peepaws - okay?" - Lucy
"Honey, they are on vacation" - Me
"Why?" - Lucy
"Because they wanted to get away from home for a while." - Me
"Okay, can Maggie play?" - Lucy
"We can't see Maggie today, they live in Bloomington" - Me
"Then lets go - Kayci, Lanie and Shebly house - okay?" - Lucy
etc, etc, etc....


In baby news, we are less than 10 weeks away! You know you are getting close when the expiration date on food is close to your due date! Today I noticed my organic milk had an expiration date of Sept 13th! Just two weeks before I'm due! Wowsers!


Other than that we have been spending a lot of time inside! What a bummer! It is just way too hot to be outside! Even the pool isn't cool enough!

Meg

Here comes the sun! (27 weeks)

Just a quick update before we head out on vacation to Hilton Head! This week we've been busy getting ready for the trip and Marcus has had a super busy week at work - so we are ready to get on that airplane! Lucy is also excited about the "hair-pane." We've kept her favorite show away from her this week (Care Bears) in hopes that when we turn it on - it will make for a smooth/easy trip! We also have a few "oohh-e-oh's" (aka Oreos) packed so we should be set for the flight! :)

We are looking forward to a fun week of the beach, pool and a little bit (okay probably a lot) of craziness with the cousins, Maggie and Lucas.

In pregnancy related news, there isn't much to report, thankfully. I'm starting to definitely "feel" more pregnant - and getting a good nights rest is getting harder and harder. I know I need to be thankful for what I have now - especially since once the baby comes and Lucy gets up at her normal 6:30 a.m. time - I will want this back!

My one pregnancy complaint at this point would be the heartburn. Geesh! I had it fairly bad with Lucy towards the end, but I don't think it was this early or this severe! Good thing I know it is worth it in the end! This baby must be sitting directly on my stomach or it has a full head of (red?) hair!

Wishing everyone has a happy and safe 4th!

Beginning of Summer and 24 weeks

Hello Summer! First off, let me say how much I LOVE the summer. Most people prefer Spring or Fall, not me, bring on the heat - I am a June baby after all! :) (and still in my 20's for a few more days - I should mention!)

I love the summer even when it's hot - and boy was the beginning of this week hot! Lucy and I started the week out right with a few pool days, but I quickly realized that I need to spread it out, as she gets exhausted easily and an overly tired cranky toddler is no fun. It doesn't help that the pool doesn't open until 1pm - right smack in the middle of nap time! They do have a toddler time in the morning for a few hours, but it is in the middle of the "big kids" swim lessons, so every "little brother" and "little sister" who aren't old enough to be in swim lessons are crowding the toddler area and it's crazy and stressful (especially for me).

Yesterday (and today) my parents came to help put together a new present for Lucy - her own Playhouse! I LOVED my playhouse growing up, and based on her squeals tonight after seeing/playing in the finished product, I know she will too! :) We still have the "kitchen" to install inside, but it's pretty much completed. Isn't it adorable?



She's even more adorable though...








Yesterday night we also made our annual trip to the Tremont Turkeyfest to get Turkey sandwiches and Strawberry Shortcakes. Yum! We ran into Grandpa Rapp at Marcus's grandma's house in Tremont and enjoyed our food while sitting out on the back porch. It was perfect weather and a fun Friday night!

Today I am 24 weeks pregnant and while I know I've said how much I love summer, I am reserving the right to change my mind in a few weeks! I'm feeling great currently, but I know how quickly you start to really feel pregnant, so once that hits I might not love the heat and humidity as much! I'm guessing my feet won't either!

Before I was even pregnant, a cute little childrens boutique was closing in Morton and the lady who owned it was getting rid of everything at great prices. They had a floor sample of some bedding that I LOVED when I was pregnant with Lucy, but back then I wasn't willing to pay full price for it. Well, the last day she was open I went in and saw it and asked if she was selling it and she gave me and AWESOME deal. It's pretty gender neutral (but a little more girlie) so it is perfect now that we are having another girl! :) So, a few weeks ago we painted the nursery to match the new bedding and now we just need to move Lucy to her "big girl" room! We have a twin bed ready for her new room, but she goes to sleep so easily (it's taken us a while to get to this point) that I hate to change it up on her now. Maybe in a few weeks...when I'm having a hard time sleeping anyhow :)

- M

Lucy's 2 year photos

From the talented Makaya Larson as always...