one last photo

Since I didn't show you anything I'd been knitting, here she is ready for the ride home in an EZBSJ and zeebee.

Helena's here!

She was born Tuesday, February 24th at 6:37pm. She was 6lbs. 11oz. and 18.5 inches long.

We're home and doing well but I'm exhausted so I won't be on email much. I'll try to call folks as I have the energy. You can see more photos on Marius' facebook page if you have an account. I will post more as I can.

2 weeks to go!

I am almost surprised that we've made it to 38 weeks. We'll see if we make 39.

Maybe not so early

The doctors have been suggesting that Helena might make a rather early appearance because I was progressing so fast. So mom flew out and I warned my replacement at school.

At my appointment today they found that I've basically stopped doing anything so it doesn't look like Helena will be super early. Babies come when they are supposed to.

Happy Belated Darwin Day!

Yesterday was Darwin's 200th birthday. I joined the Axis of Evo group over on flickr because I love the idea. Colin had these temporary tattoos made up and I've now completely entertained my OB, my pilates instructor and several others who have gotten glimpses of my stomach. 2009 is a big year for Darwin anniversaries as this November will be the 150th anniversary of the publication of On the Origin of Species.

Nearly 37 weeks

Can you believe it?

she flipped!

Helena was head up or some other sort of breech for pretty much the entire pregnancy. I went to the doctor today and found out that she has flipped finally. She was running out of time so this is great news since I'd like to avoid a c-section.

I'm almost done with a baby surprise jacket and matching zeebee hat. Has anyone else noticed how well they go together? Okay, if you read the comments, apparently everyone has. I've known the schmee since 2004/2005 (right?) and only got off my butt to knit this hat now so I'm a bit behind the curve. I'll post photos this weekend.