Catching up to speed

Now that Pierce has hit his 4.5 month mark, we are starting to catch up to speed.  We are sleeping better, eating better, and are all back to work!
Mr. Pierce is all smiles.  He is constantly working the room, and has made life much easier.  He is rolling over, and kicking all the time.  We just can't get enough joy from him.

Our Baby Boy is here!

 On March 31st, 2011 at 10:20 p.m., Harrison Pierce Walvoord arrived.
Weighing  7lbs. 6oz. & 20 inches in length.

Feelings in these last few weeks.....

As we get closer to the birth of our first child, a lot of emotion has risen in me.  From - what kind of Mom will I be, to these are our last days to cherish as the two of us, and on.  It is impossible for me to understand what it'll be like.  All I can do at this point is give it up to God.  I trust that He will provide us with what we need, and guide us as parents. 

March 21st-We have some new news!

At 38weeks, HP is 2 cm. dilated & 50% effaced!  This is very exciting!  He is definitely riding low.  So low, that in the ultrasound just 2 weeks ago we couldn't even see his face!
Now wonder I am going to the bathroom every 30 minutes. 

March 14th News

At 37 weeks, we were told the baby is in the 59% weighing around 6 lbs. 8 oz. .  As we all know, this amount isn't usually accurate, but, it was good to hear that he is going to be a healthy baby!

32 Week Photo shoot!

One more 26 week shot.

26 week Photos

 Our new friend Allette, took these photos for us at 26 weeks.  I really enjoyed having time with Mike & sharing this moment with him.  I have been wanting photos with him for the longest time! 

Most recent Ultrasound Picture

Here is our 24 Week Ultrasound Picture:

Forgetful is my middle name these days, and with things getting busier & busier with everyday passing- It is a challenge to get just the basics done. So, hope you enjoy this picture even though I am more than 6 weeks behind.
We fell even more in love with our little one at this Dr's visit after seeing him in 3D.  We saw him opening & closing his eyes, putting his hands on his face & mouth, and swallowing amniotic fluid.  It is just surreal!

Slowing down....at 29 weeks.

It has hit me.  I am officially tired.  Baby Walvoord is growing fast, and taking up every bit of square footage that he is given!  We were told that he is in the 60% of growth (which is good news), and all measurements of growth are spot on.  I have gained 28 lbs. to date, and laugh at myself for trying to only gain 25 lbs..  Now is not the time to be a control freak about weight.... Although, I must say, I have been enjoying myself to the fullest! 
Had the Glucose Test last week and scored 135 out of 140 which means that we are healthy. Ahh, sigh of relief.  Without knowing what to expect, this pregnancy has been relatively great!  No complaints here.

Has anyone seen my ankles?

I woke up on Friday of this past week after wearing heels the day prior to notice that my ankles were missing.  They haven't returned, nor do I expect them to in the next coming months.
I don't move as quickly as I had in past weeks, but, I have little to complain about.  I feel great energy wise, and Baby Walvoord is just growing more & more.  I feel his movements pretty constant these days. He loves it when I eat, he loves it when I wake in the morning, and he likes to play hide and go seek with his Daddy already.
The bond I have felt with Michael in the past few weeks has emotionally softened my soul.  It is amazing how the growth of a baby in me that Michael & I made is what makes nothing else matter to me. Everyday is overwhelming with things to get done to beat the clock of Baby Walvoord's arrival, but we must keep going.

Michael is working so hard.  I love him for his selfless attitude.  He is indeed a man that is providing a nest for his child.

Hopefully by next week, we will have some photos of us posted.  We have a photographer lined up to take some shots.  So, more to come soon.

Thank you to all of you that have supported us, loved on us & the baby.  And thank you to all of you that pray for the health of our child.