Midwife Appointment 31 Weeks

I had my Midwife appointment today. It was one of those days where if something could go wrong, it was sure trying! I had to shoo the cows out from around the car when I was trying to leave. I then realized that I needed to get gas. Then realized I had the wrong gas card. I got gas ($2.95! a gallon) but only put in a half tank. I then realized that the cows decided to lick my windows. Okay, not too bad. Til I get to the Hospital (where the midwifes are right next door). That is when I realized that they not only licked my windows, but my whole hood (I have a mustang, with a long nose, so you can imagine the Damage.) and also my passenger window. It looks like they were trying to use my poor car as a saltbox. When I got to my Midwife appointment, they take my urine but I didn't have to pee! I did just enough. The appointment went good. My son sounds healthy with a heartbeat in the 130s. He was kinda moving but he was mostly sleeping (like he likes to do when Mommy wants his to be active). My midwife said he might be long since I likes to headbutt my pelvis and stick his feet in my ribs at the same time. Me and his father aren't that tall (I'm 5'5" and he's about 5'8") but could be because my father's family is tall. You never know what genetics are going to do to your little one!

Kicking and Finals and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse!

Well, my son has decided that he wants me to hurt mama during finals, but only when I need to concentrate enough to write down. But it has been nice for him to active quite often because he doesn't scare me! He is usually active at bedtime or time for morning. He goes CRAZY when I put on Ghostbusters, so either he recognizes it or he does like it or he wants it gone! I have been trying to play more Mickey Mouse Clubhouse so he can get used to it before he's born. I am planning on going to Walt Disney World for his 1st birthday and I want him to know who Mickey is. I know some may say that screen time is bad for a baby, but I'm not gonna let him stare at it all the time and won't start until about 6 months. I also have books with Mickey and other Disney characters (including my favorite Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, and Duffy the Disney Bear). I also want to get some Jake and the Neverland Pirates movies or books. I think he might like it but I gotta start with the basics (and classics) with the Fab 5 (Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, Donald, Goofy) and one special lady, Daisy Duck. If you've never seen Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, I would suggest it. It is mostly meant for older toddlers and does have some bigger words (stubborn, exasperating) but does show all kind of emotions, including sadness, confusion, and disappointment. It does show how we all can be friends and help you cope with those feelings. I do enjoy the catchy songs and how much counting there is. It is educational but I do not feel like it really dumbs down other "kiddie" shows. It does "talk" to your child like others but also doesn't give a huge pause to make you think too much but concentrate on the show more.

Cloth Wipes

Since I am using cloth diapers, my mom thought why would I be using disposable wipes? Mainly because I thought it would be a little easier to get acceptance. But, we have found some scrap flannel that I will cut up to make wipes. With flannel, you do you really "need" to sew the edges up because it does not pill up like fleece. Most people say you need at least 2 dozen, or about 2-3 for each cloth diaper change. So, for my son due in February, I'll probably need about 24 the first day alone! I better get moving.

Fluffy Mail!

I have posted a video a about my Black Friday Haul.



Here is a list:
6 Indian Prefolds
2 Thirsties Duo Wrap Size 1 in Aplix (Meadow & Ocean Blue)
2 Thirsties Duo Wrap Size 1 in Snaps (Rose & Scottish Storm)
1 Snappi (Dayglo Orange)
1 Planet Wise Diaper Pail Liner (Green Giraffe)
1 Planet Wise Wet/Dry Bag (Organic Navy Circuits)
1 HABA Mushroom Ball Soft Rattle
I hope you enjoy the video!

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