Half Way There!

So I am now 21 weeks. We have started planning out what baby stuff we need a little better. Jamie was at babies r us for the first time and I think he was overwhelmed lol. Mom got in on Sunday so we have been out an about a lot. It has been over 60 here for the past couple of days it is amazing!!! I hope it stays like this for ever! Sorry nothing to interesting this week, oh but mom got to come to the DR with us and hear a nice strong heartbeat of 150. She teared up! Go figure.

The Ginger Debate

Well as everyone knows Jamie and I have approximately a 75% chance of having a ginger kid. We got to thinking how strange would it be for people to see us with a red head. I hope people don't thin we kidnapped someone else's child. It also got me wondering will he be a red head right way? Or will he change over time like other babies. So the count down is on to see if Jax gets grandma Patti and Bubbas red hair genetics.

Oh Baby!

So I think I have finally popped! Also Jamie felt the baby move! I made him sit there with his hand on my gut for a bit but he finally felt it!! I am pretty sure that Jax takes after me he seems lazy he only got really active after I ate a chocolate pudding!

Grandma Kate sent us a package we got it today! She did break our dress code rules but I think we can let it slide this one time.I have also been receiving a package a day lately since we found out it was a boy! I put in a huge Old Navy offer mostly maternity stuff as my pants are getting snug, but Jenny's old fat pants are great right now.

Jaxons game day suit

My mom is coming for a visit on the 27th!! We have a drs appoint on the 28th so maybe she will get to hear the heartbeat.

Black Friday is fast approaching and everyone on my list can expect that there present will be purchased this day. Jamie is on the road so I plan on getting up early to dominate the stores.

We are already off to a good start on his wardrobe

Jaxon's cottage Shoes (can't wait to get him his UGGS and TOMS)

After a large fight with Jamie he would not model our new baby bag. Instead he ran and hid in the shower until I left him alone.

Jamie has tasked me to find a new outfit for Jax that goes with his cottage shoes for the summer. Ralph Lauren is looking very promising. Mom will he happy he will be "costal" just like the cottage decor.

Our Tuesday Night Ritual

I am sure most of you have heard that our obsession is the TV show Sons of Anarchy. Well as Cookie (karrie) and most other women who watch it watch it for the sole purpose of the main character Jax. So I ordered online the best onsie and little hat from the show. Baby Jax is going to look tough.

This tee is for you Karrie

There is so much baby stuff out there what do we choose! I like plain no bright baby colors and weird animal themes, thats not normal to me. That would be like Jamie wearing shirts covered in prints of little hockey sticks or me wearing a shirt with a dog pattern just because thats what we like. For some reason the plain "modern" baby stuff is literally triple the price at least. I don't understand this because research shows that high contrasting colors are what are most stimulating for babies, specifically black, white and red. (But no red for us)

I have no idea how other moms picked out what they wanted. Strollers I have learned have travel systems?! Are you kidding me! Cribs have conversion kits to "grow" with your child. Do I need things like a changing table? I look back on last year when I babysat and I never once changed her diaper on a changing table I just used the bed. Do I need a diaper Genie, or can I just throw them out the sliding door and get them later. I have yet to find a good list online of all the things that I need and don't need when preparing for your baby.

Branching Out

Ok so it seems to save some time and to also save me from insanity I have decided to blog about a little bit more than just my pregnancy and living in Providence. On the topic of pregnancy though I did find a nice place that offers prenatal yoga, birthing classes, mommy and baby yoga, mommy and me classes and baby CPR. So next Tuesday night I am going to head on down to try a yoga class and see if I like it. If I enjoy myself there I am going to sign up for the mommy and me classes offered for when I am due.

Jamie has banned all things baby blue, baby yellow, light green and baby shades for Jax. I banned all things trains, animals, teddy bear prints ect. We have made some solid purchases so far but I have yet to find any baby sleepers with the feet that I like so I need to get on it. I found and amazing baby bag that is great for both Jamie and myself. The bag is a dark dark blue Armani with the amazing price tag of only $150. That is cheaper than the Coach one we wanted. To anyone who thinks that spending this much on a baby bag is crazy I have been reassured by other moms it is worth spending money on a well made bag rather than going through several crappy bags totaling up to what the expensive bag would have been anyways. ( I for sure convinced myself on that)

I did get the cutest Puma velour tracksuit today, Jax is going to look like an old man ! For some random reason I also bought baby sox , and those little mittens. The mittens I am not even sure why I need them, how are babies nails sharp aren't they soft?

So on a side note I am craving to buy a white blazer! I am not sure why and I know I cant wear it until the summer but I need it! I keep seeing so many cute outfit I ideas.

Jamie had an appearance at a pet store and brought his boyfriend Trivette. Trivette thought it was a good idea to eat things right off the shelf apparently, but on the upside he played with kids the whole time. Jamie brought home a nice surprise also dry shampoo for the dogs. I hope this helps with Trivettes stank!

I was just about to post this and out of nowhere there was this loud honking sound we don't hear it often but when big ships go through the bay they honk its kinda cool but also annoying.

Crazy Dreams!

Well last night was the first time I dreamt about the baby. Here it goes:

Jamie and I were in the OBGYN office getting our ultrasound, but they couldn't tell if it was a boy or a girl. There was a leaf over it lol. So they sent us out of the room then they came and told us it was a girl.

I want to know how accurate dreams are? What do I google to find out what it means. I also actually thought today when I woke up it was Monday and we were going to the DR. Oh boy I am going crazy!!!

Drum Roll Please!!!!

Just a little wave hello to mom and dad!

I'm a BOY!!!

After a much anticipated wait we found out today we are having a BOY! The Tardif genes didn't let Jamie down. The ultrasound lady asked me what I thought it was I said girl within 5 seconds of stating the ultrasound she said sorry but there is a penis!!!

I gave Jamie the heads up I would ball my eyes out no matter what we were having.Now I can let the shopping begin!!!! I pretty much have decided everything I want already. Now it is itme to give the bank cards a workout and maybe a visit from both grandmas would be nice.

After reading Belly Laughs by Jenny McCarthy I am going to pick up the second book she wrote for once you have your baby. She is honest and to the point and it is so reassuring that I am not the only crazy emotional lady driving their hubby insane. Oh yeah and I cry for no reason.

So Fake Bake (introduced to me by Suzy) is by far the best thing right now! My skin finally cleared up so I can use it again.

And as a side note this is mostly for Taylor. I added a pic of Jens bf Sean and his halloween costume I wish he had your address so he could have stopped by your place to scare the crap out of you. Sorry it sideways but you get the point.