Welcome to the world Baby Maxwell Clark Covington!!!

Maxwell Clark Covington

Born: April 23rd, 2012 at 2:36 pm

8 lbs. 6 oz. and 20 inches 

WOW. May I just say I am in heaven and my heart just melts every single day!

I have never been more in love with my sweet little angel and my little family of three! 

Max came on my first day off of work, literally! I had taken the week off before his due date (I am sure most of my friends and readers remember the comments I made about how excited I was for a week of relaxation and preparation for the little stinker) Needless to say I went into labor on Sunday and delivered on Monday! I was 38 weeks and 6 days! 

These are just a few picture of Max's "Birth-day." I will get around to writing Max's "Birth Story" but we are a little busy right now, :) and I don't have much time to sit around on my computer! I don't mind it at all though.

I knew that I already loved the little human that lived inside me, I just never realized how much love I had for someone. It is an amazing feeling, being a mother. Something I would never trade for anything in the world. Last night I just looked at Max for 10 minutes and my heart was so happy I just couldn't help but cry. 

Jordan and I are so proud of this little creation we made. Everyday we say to each other "he is so cute!!!" We are so happy with our little family! 

Week 39

Well, I am starting this post the night before I go to the doctor (4/22). Tomorrow (4/23) she is suppose to strip my membranes, but like I mentioned before... I am not so sure I want to do that. I woke up with contractions at 5 am this morning, they have been roughly 7 minutes apart...ALL DAY!!!! Once they hit 5 minutes I am suppose to go to the hospital. I am partly terrified of when that is going to happen. Let me just say, CONTRACTIONS SUCK!!! For those of you reading who don't know what they feel like, they are like the worst period cramps imaginable coupled with major back pain. OUCHIE!!!!! Maybe since I am already having them I won't need to get my membranes stripped.... maybe...

Over the past week I have been thinking a lot about how this will be the last couple days, EVER, that it will be just Jordan and I, and despite the fact that I love our son, it makes me sad to know that the relationship we know is coming to an end and a new one is going to begin. It is kind of a scary, yet exciting feeling. I pray that Jordan and I don't get too lost in all this to not be able to remind each other the reason for our little angel, we have him because we love one another. POINT BLANK. 

Week 38, getting so close!!!

I couldn't remember if I posted these pictures already, so... I just did it anyway. Easter Egg!!! 

My last day of work, geez, I am huge!!! and of course my "looks like I am naked" picture from the beach the other day! I think that picture os super funny!!!

How far along? 38 weeks

Total weight gain: 150lbs. (+31 lbs.) Geez Baby Max, you are making mommy a little heavy huh?

Maternity clothes? FOUND a nightgown!!! but NOT buying any more maternity wear, no point!!!

Stretch marks? None!!!! WOOHOO, and we are almost done, so maybe I'll never get them!

Sleep: Yea right, from this point on the only time I will be able to sleep is when he is at Grandma's or moved out in 18/20 years! Yay me :( I honestly don't even want to think about him being that old. It makes me soooo sad! 

Best moment this week: Being 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced!!! PROGRESS!!! Jordan and I talked to our doctor at our appointment this morning (4/16) and we decided, Monday the 22nd we will get my membranes stripped and if the baby doesn't come that week then I will be induced on May 2nd. SO EXCITING. As of (4/21) I am not so sure of this plan....  

Miss Anything? Honestly, I am going to miss this. Every single little kick, hiccup, punch... but at the same time, being able to see his little face will make me happier than anything else. 

Movement: His movements get more painful everyday, that is good because that means he is on his way out!

Food cravings: No cravings except sometimes I really want ice water or something really really cold! I love Sonic ice!

Anything making you queasy or sick: No I have been fine. Thank goodness!

Gender: Boy

Labor Signs: Contractions, my doctor says everyone's contractions are different and mine are just really really bad period cramps, no tightening up really. 

Symptoms: Swollen feet, swollen ankles, high body temp, tired, contractions, etc. I have to remember that it's almost over and a new beginning is about to start!

Belly Button in or out? Way out.

Wedding rings on or off? on during the day

Happy or Moody most of the time: So happy, but so tired and at the same time super relieved that I took next week off of work so that I can have our little angel!

Looking forward to: Taking graduation pictures for one of my sister's friends, Jennifer and just relaxing!!! I can't wait to have our baby!!! EEEK, I am going to be a mom!

Week 37

My mom took me to the Beach on 4/13 because this was my "last wish" before I have Max. We really enjoyed ourselves!!! Minus getting pooped on by a seagull, gross, and getting hit with a tennis ball by some stupid kids!!!! 

How far along? 37 weeks

Total weight gain: 147lbs. so +27/28 lbs. in total. 

Maternity clothes? Still looking for a nightgown for the hospital. Other than that, there is no point in buying maternity clothing. I have been wearing long Maxi dresses, which work great. They are cute, fun and I can wear them after I have the little boo bear also! 

Stretch marks? None, but my skin feels really really tight and so I am worried that I might get them soon.People say you usually get them in the last month.

Sleep: Sleep... I dream of sleep. I envy the people who have no problem sleeping while pregnant.

Best moment this week: Figuring out exactly when I am taking off of work and having it set in stone. Also, I have a pretty good feeling Baby Max is coming soon, let's just say my body is doing what it is suppose to, we will just leave it at that. I will be pretty disappointed if he stays in longer than May 2nd. I'm still 1 cm dilated though, :( We go back to the doc on monday 4/16 

Miss Anything? Since I am so close to being done, I know that I will miss this, feeling Max move and having him all to myself all the time. Pregnancy is such a wonderful event in life, It is hands down, the most joyous thing I have ever experienced. I am sure that when Max arrives, that will trump being pregnant. It's just that when I think about what Jordan and I have made, this little angel, it makes my heart melt. <3 No one means more to me than them, and of course my family. But MY little family is different, they are all mine. 

Movement: He still moves but not as much as when he was in the earlier weeks. The movement now is painful and powerful, but not often. In 3 more weeks I will watch him move instead of feel him! :( / :)  Those are happy and sad faces! 

Food cravings: Eating is a chore, and I usually have to make myself eat, only because I have no room and it hurts to be full. But I know that my little mister needs his food. I have been trying to eat super super light and healthy. Especially since I don't want to gain a ton in these last couple weeks. I want him to be full and chubby, but I don't want to be chubby, lol.

Anything making you queasy or sick: No I have been fine. Thank goodness!

Gender: Boy, I wonder what our next child will be... ;)

Labor Signs: Contractions, they are a mix between Braxton Hicks and real ones. They are annoying and painful at times. 

Symptoms: Swollen feet, swollen ankles, high body temp, tired all the time and I mean all the time... today I just cried to myself for 30 minutes because I was so tired. 

Belly Button in or out? Way out.

Wedding rings on or off? on, but not at night. My fingers swell up at night. Well, my fingers swell all the time. 

Happy or Moody most of the time: In hindsight I am very, very happy, but I am also super emotional because I am physically run down and trying to run on E, I am anxious and nervous and still have a ton of things to do (packing, cleaning, saving money, etc. No one could possibly ever really be prepared for a life changing experience like this)

Looking forward to: OUR LITTLE SURPRISE!!! I am a major planner, so waiting for Max to come is a little strange for me and gives me anxiety because it's not "planned" but at the same time I am overjoyed because it should be an exciting experience!

One great thing that happened to me recently was my mom and sister threw a "Surprise Baby Shower" for Max and I. Jordan unfortunately had to work and wasn't able to come but he was so excited, we got some really great gifts!!! We are so thankful to have such a wonderful family and circle of friends!!! I cannot be happier with all of the wonderful gifts I have received from all of my baby showers! Everyone has been so loving and generous!!! Thank you all!!!!

Week 36

How far along? 36 weeks and 1 day

Total weight gain: 146 lbs. (+26/27 lbs. in total)

Maternity clothes? In search of a maternity nightgown for the hospital but I can't find any that I like, nor any that are my size.

Stretch marks? Not yet!

Sleep: I still can't sleep

Best moment this week: Being 1 cm dilated!!! Progress!!!! It's happening!!! We are going to have a baby!!! Also, I got a wonderful SURPRISE on Sunday, my mom and sister planned a SURPRISE baby shower for Baby Max, I had no idea! It was great!!! We got a ton of cute clothes and a JUMPEROO!!! which I heard he will LOVE!!! I am so excited for this little boo bear to be here!

Miss Anything? My flat stomach!

Movement: His movements are like karate kicks in my ribs and bones. OUCH! They hurt!

Food cravings: Not really hungry at this point. It's more like I am forcing myself to eat.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Not sure what it is but I have been kinda sick, throwing up throughout the day :(

Gender: Boy

Labor Signs: Still having contractions about every 20 minutes, a couple nights a week.

Symptoms: swollen feet, :( body temperature has sky rocketed!

Belly Button in or out? OUT! FOR GOOD!

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: HAPPY!!!! but super emotional as well.

Looking forward to: APPOINTMENTS EVERY WEEK!!!! EVERYTHING is getting so close!!! I am so excited!!!! :) I am going to have a baby!!!

My thoughts on a less stressful pregnancy!

I have been meaning to blog about all the wonderful items and people that have helped me through my sweet and tiring journey through pregnancy. If it weren't for my loved ones and the help they provided me, I do not think I would have made it out alive let alone, sane! :)

First of all, even though every pregnancy is different, my advice to all pregos out there is.... READ THE BOOKS!!! they are very, very informative and can answer pretty much any question you have!!! Luckily, not only do I have some great reads, but I also have a wonderful Mother and best friend, Rebekah, who have really stepped up to the plate and helped me out so much with all the crazy questions I have about being pregnant, delivery and life with my sweet boys!

Things I could not live without:

1. My Boppy - which is really called a "Preggle" (not sure why) - Jordan bought it at Babies R Us, and I have not been able to sleep without it.

2. TUMS!!!! - Heartburn is the absolute WORST!!! and I really have only found relief with Tums

3. Vanilla Oatmeal Lotion from Johnson & Johnson, The reason being is for the itch relief and smell. I lather up everyday sometimes a couple times a day and the smell is wonderful. The lotion itself really helps relieve any itching I have from stretched skin.

4. Maternity Underwear. Ok, ok, I know this sounds weird.... but they sit really low on your stomach and do not push on it hard, they were a lifesaver in my third trimester. I KID YOU NOT!!! They are really cute too! :)

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to be continued....