Sunday, July 10, 2011

So, do you feel "READY?"

Most frequently asked 3rd trimester I've gotten is the question is "Do you feel ready?"  I thought I would give you a quick fly-by, illustrated by photos of signs we are officially ready.

1.  The travel system (aka the stroller and carseat) are assembled and tested.


 2. The carseat is installed and has been inspected by the local police department for safety.


3. The pack n' play is assembled and waiting.


4.  The video monitor is charged and has been tested. 


5.  The closet storage is complete!

6.  The clothes are washed, hung, and ready!


7.  The hospital bag is officially packed.


 8.  All that's left is, well, me and the baby!  I'm so filled with anticipation, it's literally all I can think about!!  I forgot my wallet TWICE this weekend, and one cashier said,"when I do stuff like that I wonder where my brain is".  I said, "I know exactly where my brain is... I'm due in three weeks!"  I happily took her empathy as she took my check (with no form of ID).  I'm 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced, as of last Thursday, so I have a ways to go, but I have a feeling if our little peanut enjoys being on time HALF as much as her parents, she'll literally come promptly on her due date.  We can't WAIT to meet you! 



5 comments:

  1. We can't wait to meet her either!! Everything looks fantastic and I'm tres impressed that you have the hospital bag packed too. Can't wait for the phone call... :)

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  2. AHHH!! You are READY! I can't believe it is almost time to meet the little peanut. I hope she is here just as prompt as you Morse's always are! Enjoy your last few weeks...as much as you can!

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  3. How exciting!!! I'm impressed as well that the hospital bag is packed. Ps which baby monitor did you get?

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  4. Thanks Jules and Nikki! D - we got the Summer Infant Slim & Secure... http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3763010

    Stay tuned for the review though - we haven't actually done more than test it out in broad daylight to make sure the range is far enough, etc. I'm sure it will be different with a real live baby!

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  5. I'm so jealous on the video monitor.. You will love that feature. Everything looks great in her room! Can't wait to meet first NIECE! - Julie

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