Preparing for Harper's Arrival

We have been excitedly preparing for Harper's arrival. It seems like almost yesterday that we found out we were pregnant, and now we have weekly Dr. visits that keep us on our toes! There has been so much involved in preparing for a new addition to our little family! I sometimes feel overwhelmed, but mostly, we are excited and can't wait to hold our little bundle of joy in our arms. I have been dreaming about how beautiful she will be and the last few nights, I have been sleeping better than I have this entire pregnancy. Possibly God has given me a peace and contentment that I need in order to prepare me for what will come.

Family and friends have helped us prepare for our time with Harper as well. I have been blessed and truly appreciate the other mommies giving gentle advice when asked, as well as family members sharing in our excitement. We have had two showers already and are preparing for a third this weekend on the coast. We have been so richly blessed by the gifts from people that have truly helped us attain the necessities in order to raise up our little girl!

Our hospital bag is officially packed! I was a bit stressed about this part, as I had no clue what to bring and looking online and in all the parenting books, every one of them said something different to think about. I finally just settled on what I think I may need to get through a couple days in the hospital.

Harper's nursery is pretty much complete, with the exception of her bumper pad and dust ruffle that my mom is currently sewing together for her. Her dresser turned out lovely and both KJ and I love that we both took the time to refurbish it for her. The crib and changer are all ready to go, clothes washed, diapers prepared, and pretty much all we need is our little baby girl to complete the room!

At my Dr. appointment today, I was told that she has turned in my belly and her head is down in my pelvic region. Harper has officially assumed the position required for her to be brought into this world. However, I was not dialated yet, so the Dr. felt pretty certain she wouldn't come into our lives this week. As much as I was bummed to hear that because I can't wait to meet her, I was relieved to hear it as we don't want her to be too small or premature, and we are planning on doing some traveling to the coast this weekend to see family and friends.

We took our maternity pictures with KJ's cousin Ginny and loved how they turned out, but honestly would rather have pics of us with our baby girl in our arms. Check out our pics and we will post again once Harper has arrived!