And we have a baby!!!

Last time I posted anything I was at 39 weeks, well, at 40 weeks nothing was happening! My doctor scheduled an induction for September 28, 2011 (five days after the due date).  It was so exciting to know that he was actually coming, on a specific day - no waiting and wondering - AND NO MORE BEING PREGNANT!!! Don't get me wrong, I didn't mind being pregnant, but, I did NOT love it! I/we were ready for Jacksons arrival, more than you would know. 

We went into the hospital tuesday night and wednesday morning (with Jonathan and my younger sister, Becky by my side) at 10:03 a.m., Jackson Richard made his long awaited appearance.

Jackson was 7 pounds 15 ounces and 20 inches long. I'm not really sure how all that fit into my belly!!

Jonathan was so excited, I think actually seeing the baby made it "real" for him. 

In the first week little Jackson has had a lot of visitors! Grandmas, Grandpas, Pop, Aunt Becky, Uncle Nick, Great-grandma & grandpa, his cousins Graysen and Alana, "Uncle" Luke, "Aunt" Laura, Jesse & Kaelyn, Nikki and Tony, and Jake!!! So much love has been shown to this little guy that it's unbelieveable!

We've also had his first (and second) doctors appointments. Nothing serious, just weight checks...but, rather interesting. At the second appointment, Jonathan didn't put his diaper on tight enough and Jackson ended up peeing on his own little head!!! Too funny!

We also have given a few baths. He does not care for bath time - at all.

These first 11 days have been quite an experience and a HUGE change in our lives! But, I think we're getting the hang of it...and we're LOVING every minute of it!

39 Weeks

So at 39 weeks the fall weather is coming in quick. I LOVE IT! The weather this summer was unbearable and when you're developing a little human inside of you, it's just that much hotter!!!

The change of season seems like just the right time to bring a little bit (or a lot) of change into our lives.  If only this baby would decide that he's ready to come.  As of last week he wasn't ready. At all.  The doctor says he'll come when he's ready, or at 41 weeks when we decide that he's ready.

39 weeks - that's a BIG belly!!!



So, for now all we can do is wait because as far as I know, we're as prepared as can be...

Here's a few pics of Jacksons nursery...all finished and ready to go for his arrival!!!



I made this little sign!!!

 
Rocking chair from Pop & Gramma! Blanket made by my Aunt Debbie!



Every little boy needs a Radio Flyer Wagon!





Jon and I created this "mobile"!

I have to say I'm in love with this room!!!  And I hope that baby Jackson enjoys it!!!  

Sooner rather than later!!!









Baby Shower

Last saturday my wonderful Mom, Dad, Mother In Law, sister and besties threw Jon and I an incredicble baby shower!

It was a sort of "Shabby Chic Summertime" theme. Brightly colored decorations and yummy picnic food and drinks!

Delicious cake from Creative Cakes Pittsburgh!!! 

Laura and Kaelyn were in charge of all decorating!

Gerber daisy and bird house centerpieces

Paper cone favors filled with jellybeans

Throughout my whole pregnancy I've craved fruit, so Becky put together these yummy fruit kabobs!

There were so MANY wonderful presents!!!



We held a "diaper raffle" - If a guest brings a package of diapers, they get a raffle ticket to win a prize.
Our prize was a fantastic basket filled with Vera Bradley goodies!  It's a great way to get all those diapers that you'll be needing!!!

There are A LOT of photos from the shower - so, heres just a few more of my favorites!!!

Personalized elephant blankie from Graysen!

Toy box from Laura and Luke, filled with all kinds of goodies!

Book about Becky from Aunt Becky!

The Serakowski girls are SO expressive!

First tool set from Pop Ski - for ages 14+! LOL!

Jon was a bit uncomfortable with the breast pump accessories!

Laundry line of clothes from Karen & Erin!

Grandma Herald & Great Grandma Herald!

My Lovies!! Laura, Becky & Kaelyn!!! You're the best!!

Oh my, those faces!!! HAHA!!!

Gramma & Pop Ski!!!





It was such a fun and exciting day! We're really thankful to everyone who came and celebrated with us, we love you all!  And now we're even more ready for the arrival of baby Jackson! I just need to find some time to get everything organized - one day at a time, I guess!!!