36 weeks

I finally got a c-section date! Baby Molgaard #2 will be here Monday, November 26! I am definitely ready for that day to be here...I'm starting to get pretty uncomfortable. Here is a picture of me at 36 weeks.

34 weeks and roasted pumpkin seeds

I am now 34 weeks. I had an appointment last week and they did an ultrasound. The baby weighed 4lb 13oz and everything looked really good. I will have my next appointment November 5 and hopefully I will find out a date for my C-section at that time so we can start making plans! Here is a picture of me at 34 weeks.

We also had maternity photos taken about a week ago. I never had that done when I was pregnant with Austin so I'm pretty excited about these. I haven't seen them all yet but this is my favorite so far.

Austin is doing well also. I can't believe he is almost 3! Here is a picture of him at the pumpkin patch.

I will leave you with a recipe for roasted pumpkin seeds that I made last night from the pumpkin we got at the pumpkin patch. I made one savory batch and one sweet.

Savory:

1 cup pumpkin seeds
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp paprika

Sweet:
1 cup pumpkin seeds
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt

31 weeks

Today I had my 31 week check-up. Everything still looks good. Surprisingly my blood pressure has been really good so far this pregnancy, even better than before I got pregnant. The baby's heart rate was strong and I was measuring right on track. I supposedly had gained 6 pounds since my last visit which seems like a ton but oh well. I feel like a hippo or a whale or some other large animal most days and can't wait until I can get back in shape and start shedding some of these pounds! Here is a picture of me taken yesterday.

My next appointment is Ocobter 17th and hopefully I will get a c-section date at that time so we can start making plans!

On another note, Austin had a check-up last week and he is measuring at 37.5 inches and 35 pounds. He is still doing ok with the potty training but most days he has at least one accident. I don't think he quite understands about the baby yet but I'm sure once he is here Austin will make a great big brother!

I will update more after my next appointment!

28 Weeks and Homemade Bread

Today I had my 28 week appointment. I had my glucose test, an ultrasound, and the Dr. checked my cervix. The results of the glucose test will be back later this afternoon or tomorrow morning. The ultrasound showed a very active little boy who is measuring right on track at 2.8lbs. And my cervix was still closed. So everything is looking good for now! I will go back in 3 weeks for another check-up. Here is a picture of me at 28 weeks.

In other news, I have been slacking on posting new recipes so here goes. I have been making homemade bread for about 2 months now instead of buying store bought. It saves us money, is healthier, and tastier! Here is the recipe I use. This makes enough for 2 loaves and usually lasts us about a week to 10 days.

Whole Wheat Bread

Ingredients

• 3 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast (or 4 ½ tsp)
• 1/3 cup honey
• 5 cups bread flour
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and 1/3 cup honey. Add 5 cups white bread flour, and stir to combine. Let set for 30 minutes, or until big and bubbly.
2. Mix in 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1/3 cup honey, and salt. Stir in 2 cups whole wheat flour. Flour a flat surface and knead with whole wheat flour until not real sticky - just pulling away from the counter, but still sticky to touch. (I usually let my kitchen aid to most of the kneading, about 10 minutes on low setting) This may take an additional 2 to 4 cups of whole wheat flour. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the surface of the dough. Cover with a dishtowel. Let rise in a warm place until doubled.
3. Punch down, and divide into 2 loaves. Place in greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans, and allow to rise until dough has topped the pans by one inch.
4. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes; do not overbake. Lightly brush the tops of loaves with 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine when done to prevent crust from getting hard. Cool completely

26 weeks

I am now 26 weeks pregnant. I saw my new OB today and he is really nice and I think I am going to like him. We discussed the upcoming delivery and it looks like it is probably going to be a scheduled c-section. We will discuss more details in the coming weeks. I have my next appointment in two weeks and I will have my gestational diabetes test at this time as well as another ultrasound. I will update more after that appointment.

24 Weeks And New House

We have been in the new house for a little over 4 weeks now and things are going well. Everyone here seems really friendly and the neighborhood is nice. We think we may have found a church and I finally got an appointment with a doctor. I saw a family practice doctor yesterday and he gave me a referral for an OB that I will see next Friday. I am 24 weeks now and despite feeling huge the doctor said I am measuring right on track. I am feeling the baby kick a ton now too. We are fairly certain of what we are going to name him but haven't told anyone yet in case we change our mind. Here is a picture of me at 24 weeks 4 days.

In other news, Austin is mostly potty trained now...at least during the day. He still wears a pull-up at night and he won't poop in the potty but he is pretty good about peeing in the potty and most of the time lets us know when he needs to go.

That's all for now, I will update more after my OB appointment.

19 week ultrasound

Today I had my 19 week ultrasound and it looks like we are having another boy! They also adjusted my due date to November 30. We were able to get some pretty cool pictures and I will post the best one below.

Also here is a picture of me at 19 weeks 3 days.

In other news, we are moving to Knoxville, TN this Friday so we are frantically packing and cleaning this week! I will post again with pictures of the new house next week sometime.