Baby News

I went to the OB/GYN on Wednesday and to my disbelief, horror, shock (place your own adjective here), I gained 5 lbs. in 1 month! My ever reassuring doctor said that I’ve netted 2 lbs. (PHEW!) However, she said that if I continued to gain 5 lbs. per month every month, then she would have my jaw wired shut. Brett was able to go with me to hear the heartbeat (and see the scale). I have been a nervous wreck all month because Allie elbowed me in the stomach, which hurt for 2 days, so hearing the heartbeat provided some relief. I don’t remember ever being this neurotic while I was pregnant with Allie. The ultrasound is scheduled for May 15 and Allie will be seeing the baby for the first time. She’s actually counting down the days! We will also know if the baby will be named Garrett Michael, Melanie Olivia (or Anne) or Caroline Michelle. Allie likes Melanie but she’s 3 and will probably want to change the name to someone’s in her class.