Well what a last few weeks! News has trickled slowly out to three of my close friends, but only one on purpose. I swear I got backed into telling the other two – really! Must be all that wine I normally consume – my besties are suspicious! DM and my mom have stayed strong and not told anyone. I’m impressed!

We told DM’s parents and siblings over Thanksgiving. We used a sweet poem in a frame for his folks:

 

I do not have a face to see,

Or put inside a frame.

I do not have soft cheeks to kiss.

I don’t yet have a name.

Not yet can you hold my tiny hands,

Nor whisper in my ear.

It’s still too soon to sing a song,

Or cuddle me so near.

But all that will change come this June,

When they say I am due.

I am your newest grandchild;

And I can’t wait until I meet you!

All I ask between now and then

Is your love for me to grow.

I promise I’ll be worth the wait;

Just think of all the joy we’ll know!

So as you’re waiting patiently,

Please pray lots of prayers for me.

I cannot wait to be a part

Of this wonderful family!

Love, Little Bean

We told DM’s siblings by getting everyone together for a family picture on Thanksgiving night. DM was the photographer and said a few rounds of “Say Cheese!” while “testing” the camera, then said “Say DJ’s Pregnant!!” It was a cute and fun way to tell everyone.

Little Bean got his/her first family baby gift of “Goodnight, iPad” from Uncle S and Aunt K. Very appropriate considering LB’s tech parents (let’s be serious – this is DM all the way!).

DM’s sister, A, is letting me borrow Mayo’s Guide to Pregnancy – so far I like it, and I love how it is not overly alarming in tone – just the facts and balanced advice.

A week after Thanksgiving we met my folks and brother, E, in West Lafayette to tell E the good news. We did it at Spaggedi’s with “uncle” themed onsies (one girl, one boy). It was such a fun moment. My folks also hadn’t seen us yet since we told them the news, so it was a nice afternoon all around. They sent back the 100+ year old rocking chair from my Emmons side of the family for the future nursery and a special quilt made by my Great-Grandma May, also. I’ve been emotional just looking at those items and am excited to use them!

In other news, we had another peek at LB last night, and not by choice. I’m having the same issues as at about 4 and 7 weeks with the spotting, only worse this time around, plus some mild cramps. This time it all started after work on a Friday evening, naturally. But, thankfully all is well and LB looks great-decidedly more human now, with arms and legs! Just swimming around. We even got a really early sneak peek at what the sex might be, but while we have a clue it’s too early to confirm or share.

We got to see Prentice, where I’ll eventually deliver. While it was nice to see that it is a great facility, we’d like to not be at Prentice again for quite some time. We were lucky to be seen there – my midwife called us in while we were in the regular Northwestern ER waiting room.

Between the extra bloodwork in week 4-5, the early U/S at week 7, our regular scan in week 8, and now an U/S in week 11, this little guy or gal has demanded some attention for sure. We’re content not to see you again LB until our regularly scheduled appointment in 2 weeks, MKAY? Thanksverymuch.

In other news I feel like my morning sickness has been subsiding slowly this past week. Weeks 7-9 were the hardest, and 9-11 weren’t that great. Some days you couldn’t peel me up off the couch after 8pm.

Kate Middleton just announced she is expecting. OMG I wonder if our due dates will align?! Ha. I feel bad for her though. She’s still less than 12 weeks like us and had to announce early because of severe morning sickness and being admitted to the hospital. My mom has always been interested in Diana and the royals, so this obviously a fun detail for both of us.

We’re starting to get in the holiday spirit around here, slowly, very slowly.