The Eve of Week 30 - II

So as I was writing that Cletus kicks sporadically, he went kicking-spree. Kick, kick, kick! Funny kid.

Good things I'd like to tell you about this week:


The nursery walls and ceilings are painted - Future-Dad got that handled. Trim is next up. My sister is going to come over and shampoo the carpet for us. My FIL will probably be able to paint the changing table. My Mom is still working on painting the dresser, and making some themed clings to adorn the walls. My MIL is talking about finding a bassinet or cosleeper for us. The nursery is looking great! We have some photos of the work in progress to put into an album.

I'm consistently reminded of the generous friends and family I have - lots of visits, text messages, a few calls and emails. Thank you keeping in touch. It makes being confined to bed much, much more bearable.

I had a few low blood sugars, but not as many high blood sugars as in weeks past. I'd prefer them to stay steady and stable, between around 80-95 before meals and at waking, and then no higher than 135 two hours after I eat. Having fewer high blood sugars means baby Cletus won't need to overproduce insulin. Since it's a growth hormone, too much insulin can mean baby grows too much. Since he's coming early, it's not my biggest concern - but I don't want him to have his insulin/blood sugars out of wack at birth either. It is a delicate balance and I'm doing well, with just the occasional wobble.

Oh, I saved the most delightful for last! Cletus was kicking today before dinner time. (Aside: We all had the most fantastic turkey dinner - SO GOOD. And I'll have some berry cobbler for dessert. GOBBLER AND COBBLER.)

Yes, the kid was kicking - that's pretty normal. Cletus' Dad was in the room, and I was able to warn him and point out the spot. He placed his hand on my belly, and Cletus kicked again!! It was so exciting. The fetus has been elusive in the past, and certainly isn't cooperative enough to kick on command. We had to go in for the sneak attack when he was on a roll.

Of the three of us, one of us was hollering and jumping up and down, one of us continued to kick, and the third one beamed from ear to ear. I'll let you decide who was doing what.