Week 29! 11 Weeks Left!

We are very excited to announce that we are having a baby boy! Daddy is very excited and has already started thinking about little league and college scouts and recruiters. (Let's hope the boy has his father's sports acumen and not Mommy's)

We have been busy registering for all the things the baby will need and deciding the layout of the nursery. We will be using a Dr. Seuss theme, which it one of Larry and my favorite children's book series. My Mom will be making a mural on canvas that we can put in the room. I just hope it does not say "Dr. Zeus." (She is hilarious!!)

We are also very proud to announce that Larry's sister, brother-in-law, and our little God Daughter Megan, will be welcoming a new baby into their lives this year too!! Congratulations, Angela, Scott & Megan!

My health is VERY good... I just went to the dentist today to make sure my teeth and gums are okay and they are perfect. :) There can be complications with pregnant women who acquire periodontal or gingivitis disease during pregnancy, but we have nothing to worry about.

My family will be hosting a Baby Shower at my Aunt Val's house in June. We also have invited those who are remote to join us via Satalite (WebCam). Would you expect anything less from a geek like me? This will also allow us to stay more connected with Larry's family and they can see the baby more often without having to travel.

Thank you everyone for all your kind words and support. We are overwhelmed with all the love and support you give us everyday.

All our love,
Joy & Larry

Long time no Blog...

Hello!

Yes, I am evil... No blog for a long time... Not too much to update for the last few weeks, but now I finally have some details to share. ;)

Gestational Diabetes??
We went for our 23 week check up on 4/11 and everything checked out fine, but my glucose levels seemed a little high. (maybe it was the grilled cheese sandwich and chips I had before the appointment?!! - No one told me not to eat)

Subsequently, that resulted in me having to take the 3 hour glucose test to see if I would be diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes. This long test consists of fasting for 10-12 hours prior to the test and getting blood drawn 4 times over the course of 3 hours. Needless to say not having any food for over 15 hours did not agree with my body... I like food... most of you know that!

On my way back to work from the testing, I suddenly broke into a sweat; I was so hot that I needed to open the windows and reach for my snack in the back seat. I thought I was going to pass out. So, I pulled the car over and ate my apple sauce and cheeszits. Apparently that was not enough. When I got to the office, I needed to sit in the lobby for fear of fainting. A good friend and colleague of mine, Rene, found me there and asked if I needed help.

Typically, I don't ask for much help, but I was pretty weak. I asked him to get me to our area and buy me a Fresca to help with my blood sugar. (Um... there is not any sugar in Fresca, just so everyone knows...)

When I was able to eat, I chowed down on a Panera sandwich (my favorite), chips, salad, BIG peanut butter cookie, a rice crispy bar, pretzels, and oh yea, the FRESCA!. Just a little hungry! :) I thought, heck, if I have gestational diabetes, I am going out with a BANG.

Now for the GOOD news, my tests came back fine and I do not have gestational diabetes. Hurray, but what an experience.

For more information on Gestational Diabetes and its effects, click on the following link:

http://www.diabetes.org/gestational-diabetes.jsp

Needless to say, I have a new found respect for my Husband and what he goes through every day. (Love you honey!)

That is all I have time for this week.... everything else is good!
All our love,
Joy & Larry