Category: Just Evan

My appointment on Tuesday went well. My doctor informed me that I am 3cm dilated, which could mean I can go any day or still be waiting in a week or two. So really it tells us nothing. Although, today at school was the most uncomfortable I have felt since all this started. Just walking across the room was not comfortable and I just feel like I am going to be heading to the hospital soon. Honestly, I have no idea….all I do know is today was not like the other days that I have experienced thus far. But like I have been telling everyone…I cannot complain, things have been going so well (knock on wood). We are very excited and ready whenever things do start to happen. Be ready for the phone call or email!

Amy is still going to dance a few times a week and enjoying it. Last night when she showed up her fellow dancers and their families threw her a surprise shower with cake and gifts. We are very thankful for everyone who has supported us and who have been so generous. We surely never expected it, but greatly appreciate it! Evan is a lucky boy!

Well, it is getting closer and closer to the big day. Amy called me today and told me that she had a good doctor’s appointment and that she had already had some contractions. (the doctor could tell, but Amy could not). Now, every time the phone rings, I think it is Amy telling me to meet her at the hospital. 😉

When I took the train downtown on Friday I had no idea what the day would bring. I thought it would be like any other Friday in the office downtown, but I was pleasantly surprised when I walked into the conference room to find out that my co-workers had surprised me with a baby shower. A big thanks for all those that helped planning it and keeping it on the down low from me. I have posted the pictures from it in the photos section.

Well, Amy and I (mostly Amy) packed her bag yesterday so we are one step closer to being ready. I think we overpacked, but being first time parents we are not sure exactly what Amy will need/want. We have a few outfits for Evan ready to go – one is the one I wore when I came home from the hospital, and a few others if that does not fit him. Amy also packed comfortable clothes, some music (Madonna – of course), slippers, and her beauty products. I will be all set with the clothes I walk in with because there is a Coke machine nearby ;). What else would I need?

About a week ago, I started to freak out because I thought for sure that the doctor got it wrong and that Amy and I would find out Evan was actually a girl…so I was quite excited to see the ultrasound today. Thankfully, it was again confirmed that Amy is for sure having a boy and that all of our blue clothes, and nursery items will be used 😉 Amy had not had an ultrasound for sixteen weeks so we were both excited to see how much Evan has grown. As of today, it is estimated (through measurements taken during the ultrasound) that Evan weighs 6 pounds 7 ounces. The nurse said that could mean an 8 pound baby if he goes full-term. Whoa! (Amy is feeling bigger by the minute!) Evan’s heartbeat is strong and the doctor was very pleased with everything she saw. Check out the newest pictures!

On Saturday our best friend Susan and her mother Denise threw us an amazing shower. Everything about the day was great and planned out wonderfully. So many of our friends and family members were able to attend and we received so many amazing gifts – we are so thankful. Jen and I are overwhelmed with the thoughtful gifts and congratulations we received from everyone. We cannot wait for little Evan to join us and we look forward to all of you being a part of his life!! A huge thank you to all!!!

This has been a very busy week! Amy and I met with our pediatrician on Monday in order to make sure we were comfortable with the doctor as well as to ask any questions we might have about office hours, immunizations, after hour “emergencies”, etc. We were happy to see that the office staff was pleasant, that there was a separate waiting room for sick kids, that the practice has seven doctors on staff, and the office in general was modern and very clean. Of course Amy came loaded with several questions, even had certain questions highlighted 😉 and the doctor spent time with us answering everything we asked. We walked away feeling confident about our doctor choice and thankful that the office is located close to our house!