Didn't pass my test...

This morning I had my Gestational Diabetes test done... and I didn't pass. Now I have to go and have a 3 hour blood test, I can't wait for that... yeah right!!! Hopefully that will come back good and I won't have to worry about Gestational Diabetes... but with the large family history of diabetes... I'm a little nervous. Oh well... I would rather be treated for it so that I know that all is well with baby. That's the most important thing right now.

I also welcomed another milestone this weekend... the 3rd trimester!!! I just can't believe how fast this all has gone. Before I know it there will be another little Van Dyke in our home. I am really getting anxious to meet this little miracle.

Here is the latest belly picture taken yesterday at 27 weeks...

Shopping spree...

Today was a fun, yet busy day. Claudia and I headed to Grand Rapids to look at "baby" things. We went to Burlington Coat Factory (the Baby Depot) and to BabiesRUs. It was a lot of fun being able to shop with Claudia and have her help pick out things for the new baby. I think she was pretty excited too:) After all our "baby" shopping we went to the mall in Grandville and we went on the Carousel together to celebrate, and then we went and had Spaghetti at the Olive Garden. It was SO yummy... I was craving their Minestrone soup and Claudia is obsessed with Spaghetti and bread, so it was the perfect choice.

Here's some of our great deals we got today... you know me... I'm a BARGAIN shopper... LOL!!!

Baby Van Dyke's outfit for Hospital picture's...

I wonder which outfit will be the big winner???

I thought it would be a good idea to look at some "boy" things first since I have a ton of girl things and not too many "boy" things. I got each 5 pack of onesies for under $8... that is an awesome deal... of course had to get some "boy" binkies too:)

Then I felt kind of bad about buying "new" boy things, so I HAD to buy some "new" girl things too... I made sure that I bought different sizes so this baby is set with onesies:)

We also found a new changing table cushion, since Claudia's old one was all torn up after 2 years of use. I also thought I'd show you Claudia's artwork she did for the nursery. She had a lot of fun painting it, and is REALLY proud of it:) I really love being able to include her in the new baby things. I think that will help make the adjustment easier on her. I can't believe in a few months she will be 3 and we'll have another little miracle living in our home. God certainly is GOOD!!!

6 1/2 months...

So I thought it would be fun to compare my baby belly growth with Claudia and this baby. These pictures are both at the 6 1/2 month point in my pregnancy. I thought it would be extra fun to take a picture wearing the same outfit. The one on the left is with Claudia and the one on the right was taken today. There is definitely a difference, but it's not as much as I thought it was going to be. That definitely made me feel much better because I was seriously feeling HUGE!!! I obviously have grown in other areas too... LOL!!! Oh well... not much I can do about that right now.

I have been quite a bit more tired the last few days, and have also had a relapse of Morning Sickness. It doesn't last long, only 2-3 hours, but I've had it everyday for the last 3 days... I could definitely do without that!!! The baby has also moved and has been REALLY active. Everyday the kicks and punches get much more intense... that part I LOVE!!! The other day Claudia was sitting on my lap and the baby started kicking and just kept right on kicking. Claudia felt them and was pretty excited about it too. It was fun watching her expression when the baby would kick. I can't believe how fast this pregnancy is going... I have less than 100 days... that is just crazy to me!!! Monday is my next OB appointment... I can't wait to hear what Dr. Kraker has to say. I also have to take the Gestational Diabetes Test... yup that's right I get to drink that nasty orange drink... oh the joy!!! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I pass!! Hope you all are doing well!!!

Pregnant Mama's...

Justine and Tyler took Claudia and I to Sears to have pictures taken together. Best friends and best buddies looking cute together. We had SO much fun, and made such a wonderful memory!!! It is really crazy how many of my close friends are expecting... all I can say is that there must be something in the water in Holland... so be careful as you drink the water.

the mama's to be...

Mama & Me...

baby Van Dyke due Oct. 19, 2007

Tyler James & Aunti Justine...

baby VanderZwaag due Aug. 30, 2007

My best buddy Tyler James...

On Saturday our good friends Maggie & Jake were married, and Claudia was their flower girl!!! She did a really good job and I am VERY proud of her!!! The wedding site was absolutely gorgeous, so of course I couldn't resist having some pictures taken... go figure... LOL!!! This is one of my favorites!!! Claudia sure does love her baby brother or sister. She is going to be a wonderful big sister!!!

There are many more wedding day pictures on Claudia's blog... so don't forget to check it out:)

Happy Summer!!! ~ Jenn

Wow... that baby is definitely growing!!! I can't believe I am 24 weeks along already... where has the time gone??? I'm also not quite sure where this baby is going to go... I'm sure I'll just keep expanding... but wow... that sure is quite the change!!!

Feb. 2007 ~ July 2007

All in all I am feeling really well. I love that we have a pool to enjoy!!! That sure does make the hot & hazy summer days much more comfortable:) Baby is growing perfectly... not to mention busy ALL the time!!! I don't remember having this much baby movement with Claudia. This little one is definitely a little wiggle worm:) Praise God for that!!!

The "big day" is scheduled!!!

Today I had a routine OB appointment. All was great!!! Baby is doing well... as is mommy:) For the most part I am feeling great and really enjoying the pregnancy. Somedays I have some discomfort as baby is growing, but all in all it is great. The baby is definitely a mover in there. I am getting thumped and bumped ALL the time... but I'm not complaining about that... it's the most amazing feeling ever!!! At the end of the appointment we actually scheduled our C-Section. Baby will be here before we know it:) We are really excited to meet this little miracle, but I am hoping that things slow down a bit and I can have some time to really enjoy the next few months:) I hope you are all doing well and all have a safe 4th of July Holiday:)