Mom's back!

It's a lazy Saturday afternoon at the Conklin house. Jen got back late last night from an exhausting week of work in Columbus, Ga. So exhausting that she's taking a nap as we speak. Oh, Herald is thrilled to have his mommy back. He's snuggled up next to her. They are too cute for words.

As for the past week on the homefront, I met with a third pediatrician. I liked him a lot and hope Jen will get to meet him before we make the final call. I also did some more work on the baby room, caulking the crown moulding gaps. All that needs to be done now is a little paint touch-up. Gotta find a crib, too. That's pretty important!

Week 29

It's been a few weeks since we've posted so I thought I'd do a quick update.

I'm starting to get pretty big. (Yes, I know we need to post a photo.) But, I'm still feeling pretty good despite having had a nasty cold all week.

The doctor said that I need to get all the rest I can so my body can kick this thing. I've really tried this week to rest but between Fay heading our way and a work trip that I'm leaving for this Sunday there hasn't been any time. I did take one day off of work to get some rest and I think that helped. Brent and I are planning to do nothing on Saturday except for relaxing and packing so that should help too.

I leave Sunday morning for Columbus, Ga and will be out of town for a week.

Trimester number three

We've finally made it to the final trimester, so that means soon I won't be able to see my feet.

Actually, I'm doing really well so far. I'm still getting around great and have a good amount of energy. Although my tummy is getting rounder everyday. Earlier this week we took another glucose test so I have lovely bruises from where they took blood every hour. So, I have two bruises on each arm. We should have the results of the test tomorrow.

Baby Conklin weighs in at around 2 pounds and should have her fingerprints and eyelashes this week. She still really enjoys kicking me and gets the the hiccups from time to time. (Which is an odd feeling).

Its really encouraging to know that with each day that passes she gets more and more able to live on her own. Before we know it she'll be here sleeping in her beautiful room.

Baby room

There certainly was a lot of blood, sweat, tears, paint and liquid nails. But now it's done, with the exception of a some minor touchups and two key pieces of furniture. It certainly screams little girl's room. We joked the other night: What if the sonogram lady was wrong and it turned out we were having a boy? I guess we'd be painting over the pink with some blue and returning some clothes!

For now, Mr. Bear is keeping watch in the room. Oh, it's Teddy to those who know him best.

More room pics