Jack's Nursery Tour - Jeep Theme

It's finally time!!! I have never enjoyed decorating a room so much until now. Some things I went a little over the top with and somethings I kept basic.

When David and I first started talking about how we wanted to decorate this room, he instantly said "jeeps!" for boy or girl. Once we found out we were having a boy we ran with the idea! 

I did film a walk through and talked about the room, so I will link that below. So let's get into the photos!

His room is directly across the hall from us, so when you walk into it, this is what you see! 

Our crib is Graco that we found second hand basically brand-new! The letter signs we found at Hobby Lobby and I had to put those above his bed. Also above the crib we have a mini gallery wall full of Jeep pictures and some empty frames to put some maternity photos in. 

We had the small shelf from my college days between the crib and rocker. I put a piece of 12x12 tile on top to protect the pressboard so it doesn't fall apart too quickly. On top I have a clock, night light and second half of the monitor. Then we have a shelf of books, a shelf hold his manuals to baby gear, and on the bottom is my breast pump.

The glider rocker and dresser were my great grandparents and I'm lucky to have them passed down to us. The rocker is so comfy! I have blanket on the back that my mom made and pillow to add a pop of black and white to the room.

The "adventure awaits" sign was the first decor item we bought once we found out we were having a boy! Then we have a floor lamp since this room has no overhead lighting.

Right next to the door we have his changing station. I knew I didn't want a changing table, so we are using the dresser top (which is the perfect height for me). On top of the dresser I also have bottle of lotion, bottom spray, and hand sanitizer.

We are using another shelf I had from college to organize his diaper supplies. The top and first shelf are devoted the the minimal disposable diapers we will use. The other shelves are full of cloth diaper supplies that I will make another post about. 

Above his dresser is this shelf my husband made! It's a perfect some to have a few displayed and easy to change up over the years. Right now I have this monitor hidden behind his pirate sign, a ceramic Jeep, a light up "J" from his Auntie, and a picture of my Great Grandpa that he is named after.

The shelf has hooks along the bottom that will be perfect from toys and jackets as he gets older.

On the opposite wall we have a big window that gives lots of natural light. We just added black out curtains from his other Aunite to help keep the room cool since it gets the afternoon sun.

His stroller is hanging out in the room instead of the garage so it stays a little cleaner. His car seat is getting ready to be installed within the next few weeks. We are working on packing up the diaper bag and hospital bag as we gather supplies and suggestions. 

His toy organizer I found on Craigslist and it was exactly what I wanted. I love that the colors are muted and not overly in your face. It's perfect to use as he grows. And I love that each basket pulls out. 

In this house we were blessed with big closets and full length mirrors on he doors. We have decided to use half of the closet for Jack and the other half for storage for the older age items we have and a few extra things. 

Above the closet is a banner my best friend and I made for the baby shower. I know he has his name around the room a few times, but I couldn't help myself.

Behind the door we have a few Nightmare Before Christmas prints. These have been in every place we've lived and do have a little meaning to his name. Plus they bring in a little more black and white.

Here's a little close up of the area we are using. 

His clothes are organized from newborn to 12 months with dividers. We have a cube organizer that holds blankets, burp cloths, his carrier, shopping cart cover, pump supplies and more.

The hanging shoe organizer holds extra sheets for the crib and pack n play, covers for the boppy, bibs, and cloth diaper supplies for when he's bigger. 

Lastly, his rug! This was gift from my parents and it just completes the room! It is supper plush and so comfy. I believe they found it at Bed, Bath, and Beyond.

It works so perfect with his Jeep themed room and also help cover our lighter carpet.

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So there you have it, that's his nursery. If you would like to see a walk through and not just pictures you can click on the video below!

Thank you all for checking out his room!

Until next time,

Kandi

33 Weeks Pregnant Update

We have made it to 33 weeks! We have less than 50 days till our due date! And I'm getting to the point where I am really counting down. I can't imagine being pregnant long after my due date, but I do know that it's a possibility. 

One thing I don't have to worry about is movement. Jack kicks my side like he's in a Jackie Chan movie. He kicks my ribs so hard that it makes it difficult doing normal things, like cleaning, getting comfortable and even driving. He kicks way more then 10 times when counting and I swear he moves a ton while sleeping.

My sleep still sucks. I've been about to fall asleep around the time of my husband, usually a little later after I've finally gotten comfortable. I'm still up a few times in the middle of the night, more often then not to use the bathroom but also from little man having a middle of the night dance party. A few times this week I've woken up before my daily alarm (7am) and haven't been able to nap. 

Oh yeah, I haven't really been able to nap. Not because I'm not tired, I totally am, but because I've been too busy or feel like I should get so much more done. Truth, I don't usually get all I should done, but I kinda try these days.

I've had more headaches lately. I'm assuming it's all hormones, but they really suck. I'm downing water like crazy to make sure I'm not dehydrated and even watching what I eat a little more. I've been trying to cut out all the extra sugar, but sometimes you just need ice cream.

Slowly, clothes aren't fitting. And it's not just my regular clothes I've been making work, it's my maternity clothes too! But I'm getting so close to the end that I don't really want to spend money on more clothes, so I've just been wearing what fits, over and over. I do need to get some new pajama pants, because I'm wearing ones I've had for years and they are wearing out anyway.

I have been struggling to get in and out of my Jeep a bit. I have running boards on my Cherokee, but I still have issues with my small lift. Little legs, big belly, and lifted Jeeps are starting not to mix. I've also had to move my seat back a "click" to give my self a little more room. If I don't slide out from the side, I hit the steering wheel. It's kind of funny, but kind of sad. 

Friends and family are saying I'm starting to really "pop out". And I'm feeling the same way too. I feel huge and I know I'm only going to get bigger these last weeks. 

 We had an ultrasound to measure Jack's size since our doctor said he's measuring a little small. We weren't too nervous thinking he could be on the small size, David and I were both small and small babies runs on my Dad's side of the family.

The tech we had was super nice and talked us through the whole ultrasound. She triple checked Jack is for sure a boy, there's no missing it now. His organs all look good and his umbilical cord isn't pinched.

Based on his femur, he weighs about 4 lbs 14 oz and is estimated to be around 22 inches long.

We have a doctors appointment this week and are waiting to see what the doctor officially says, but we aren't worried about his size.

I also had to say goodbye to one of the fellow Navy wife friends I have made. We were able to celebrate her little girl who is due in November! I will miss them bunches!

Until next time,

Kandi

32 Week Update

Here we are, and only 8 weeks left!

I just had my 32 week doctors appointment, since I'm on the every two weeks schedule now, and everything went perfect. I only gained a pound, so I'm up 15 pounds totally. And Jack's heartbeat is strong and he even kicked the doctor!

My doctor is having us get another ultrasound to measure his size since my belly is measuring a little small. She just wants to make sure that he's not too small. David and I have been expecting to have a "small" baby since we were both on the small size. My Grandma Jeannine, my paternal grandmother, had all small babies, so I'm not too worried. 

I'm excited to see Jack again, we haven't seen him in 12 weeks! Our ultrasound will be on our 33rd week, we technically it will be 33 weeks since we've seen him. He's grown a ton and we are hoping to get a good ultrasounds photo of him. All the ones we have are good, but he doesn't cooperate during them at all!

Otherwise, this past week hasn't been bad. His movement's are picking up like crazy! He's super active! The doctor says there's no such thing as too much movement, but he really loves to move! He wakes me up in the middle of the night, from naps, and I didn't even get to sleep in on Saturday thanks to his movements. 

With all his movement has been rib pain! When I'm working or trying to relax, I seem to notice his movements digging into my ribs the most! I'm guessing its going to continue till he's here.

My headaches are slowly coming back. I drink tons of water during the day, so I'm guessing it's all hormones again. When I get a headache I try to stop and lay down, which I usually forget to do when I'm going all day.

My belly has been getting bigger, there's no way of denying that. I've finally hit the stage where I can use it as a little table top!

Until next time,

Kandi

30 & 31 Weeks Pregnancy Update

Well, if I thought I was late for my 29 week update, I guess I was nuts. I'm pretty late this time.

Truth is, I'm tried all the time and always exhausted. My energy levels dwindle down pretty damn fast and naps are becoming my best friend.

So here's what you missed!

At 30 weeks I had a doctors appointment for a general check up. We went over my number from my glucose test and I pasted it with flying colors! Everything was normal as normal could be.

Jack, or I guess my belly, is continuing to measure right at 30 weeks. His heartbeat is strong and he even kicked back at the doctor. She said he sounds and feels healthy and right on track.

My doctor has suggested I start physical therapy to help relieve some of the pain I am in and to help with my bad hip as I get closer to deliver. I have been waking up in the morning with my lower back and feet killing me, almost tingling like they fell asleep. She is concerned that a nerve might be getting pinched.

We also talked about delivery options since I've always been told from other doctors that I would need a c-section. We decided to wait till my 36 week pelvic exam to determine what to do. We will either schedule a c-section around my due date or wait till I hopefully go into labor, try pushing and possibly still need a c-section. I don't mind if I have a c-section or can give birth vaginally, I just care that whatever method brings a healthy baby into my arms.

One thing I did also find out is that being induced can be genetic. My Mom was induced with myself and my two siblings. My maternal Grandma had to be induced with 3 of her 5 children. With that, my doctor is guessing I might need to be induced as well, if I don't have a scheduled c-section.

As far weight gain, I have only gained a total of 14 pounds so far. I'm not doing anything particular to not gain much weight, I eat the same I did before I got pregnant and walk every day.

As far Jack's movement, he loves digging his feet into my ribs! It really hurts but it leaves me wondering if he will be long when he's born. I also felt hiccups for the first time, too!

I'm still tried and having trouble sleeping. I either can't fall asleep or wake up multiple times through the night. I can't wait for a solid night of sleep, whenever that may come.

At night before bed I've been taking Tylenol with Codine to help with the pain I have from my hip and lower back. My hip issue mixed with the the pain from pregnancy is slowly getting to me, even with my high pain tolerance.

It's crazy to think that I have about 9 weeks left till my little man will be here. That's just over 60 days!

Until next time,

Kandi