Since finding out the sexes of the twins, I've felt the pressure of trying to get prepared for their arrival. It's pressure I'm putting on myself because I want to have everything done NOW. It's just me. My goal is to have the room ready for loading before my baby shower on 8/15.
I finalized my registry a few weekends ago so that's done. Phew! Thank God my sister went with me because she made some good suggestions about a few things.
But, after deciding on the baby furniture, I realized the room I had initially chosen for the nursery isn't going to work.
So, now we have to get rid of the guest room which includes tearing down the bed, cleaning out the closet (which has been used for storage) and painting.
On paper, it doesn't seem like it will take that long to complete. But, I'm running out of weekends. I was busy all day yesterday and I'll be gone for most of the day today. Next weekend, Saturday is packed but I do have Sunday. And, then after that, there's only one weekend left before the 15th.
My mom and MIL have graciously offered to purchase a crib, mattress and bedding set each. At least the kids will have a nice place to sleep!
I can't believe how fast time is going. I completely realize that things don't have to be perfect in the next few weeks. I'm most worried about being placed on bed rest at some point and then I won't be able to get anything accomplished. Of course Todd will help but I don't want to miss out on the decorating. That's the fun part!
I'm 21 1/2 weeks and still feeling good. I am having problems with foot and ankle swelling. Yes, I have cankles. It's so lovely. But, if that's the worst symptom I get, I'll take it.
5 comments:
Sounds like things are going well! Yeah!You are so ahead of the ballgame. We haven't done anything, and I mean ANYTHING!
I also just read you are having a boy and a girl. Congrats! I'm behind in life right now, but I did have a chance to catch up on a few blogs today. This is all so exciting! Love it!
I am sure you have read more about this than I have, but I think twins can sleep in the same crib for a good while -- my best friend has twins, and they didn't buy a second crib for many months. Can't wait to see pics of the room!
-Katie
You seem way ahead of the ballgame! :) Thats a great idea to try to finalize everything in case of bedrest but try to not run yourself ragged doing it all! :) It will get done eventually! :) So happy for you!
you feeling overhwelmed makes me feel EVEN MORE overwhelmed than before. although, we will likely deliver around the same time!?
we can do this. deep breaths, right?
We're also stuck in a time crunch in combining the guest and office into one to make room for the nursery, but we have almost every weekend until I'm 9 months along booked. I want to get things done now and wish you luck as you pursue it. Can't wait to see the pics!
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