Tuesday, September 11, 2007

Can't Help It

I did what I said I would not do and bought baby clothes. Only two items, but as I walked up to the register at B.aby G.ap I felt like I was inviting disaster. I took a deep breath and bought the onesie and the little shirt. I love them. I take them out and look at them, imagining how our baby might look wearing them. I've been allowing myself to imagine these kinds of things, but it feels strange. I am waiting to feel his first movements inside of me and waiting to feel that sense of relief when I do. I know the worry will never go away, but there are certain things that make you feel better.


M's sister sent us an outfit for the baby yesterday and I tucked it carefully away with the others. Other than that, we haven't bought anything. Not one piece of furniture or accessory. I have , however, started talking to daycares. Staying at home isn't going to be a possibility for us and I have come to terms with that. There is a Montessori school that has excellent infant care, so we are going to bite the bullet (financially) and sign up. I thought M would have a minor heart attack when he heard how much it cost, but he was surprisingly calm.


I go in for the second blood draw for the NT scan and related testing on Monday. Then, I have my second "regular" OB appointment. A week later we should have our second scan and will find out for sure the gender. I can't wait. I miss seeing him! On that note, here is a picture from the 13 week scan which is now a couple of weeks old. He's starting to look like a real baby!

There are several people who have had transfers and are waiting for beta tests. I am hoping and praying that everyone gets good news. Baby Moxie, I am especially thinking about you today!

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

Your baby looks just adorable!!!

AwkwardMoments said...

what an exciting time. Great baby pic

Chris said...

Sounds like things are moving right along. How exciting!

Caro said...

great picture

JJ said...

I love ultrasound pictures like this--just so happy for you!!

Somewhat Ordinary said...

I haven't bought anything yet, but my friend gave me a bunch of stuff over the weekend and it sat in my car until this morning. I just felt weird actually bringing it into the house!

Good luck with the appointments.

Dr. Grumbles said...

Yep, that's a lovely baby!

Cibele said...

what a adorable picture!!! I also haven't bought anything yet not even books. Mom and sister sent from Brazil baby's first gift. They are super excited and I am still super nervous....

C said...

Thank you for the welcome to the BB. Looks like you'll be having an adorable baby:)

Courtney said...

Beautiful picture you have there! I am so glad to hear that things are going well.

Thank you so much for thinking of me and for the nice comments.

hopeful to hateful in 28 days said...

I am so happy that things are progressing smoothly! I am also extremely jealous that you know the gender. I won't find out for another 4 weeks!! I know what you mean about inviting disaster by buying baby things. I frequently fondle the baby clothing in stores but can't yet get up the nerve to buy anything. We think we should buy furniture soon but I'm afraid that will jinx it.

Take care!

Leah said...

What a beautiful picture of your beautiful baby! I'm just so happy that things are going well.

Thank you so much for your kind comment on my blog, the support means a lot to me.