9 weeks to go!

Hello Everyone,



Things are going well for us. The baby's furniture was finally delivered on Friday. Unfortunately Dennis left for a fishing trip on Saturday so it is hanging out in boxes. I have strict instructions to not open the boxes and attempt to put things together. It is very tempting though! I just can't wait for the room to start to look like a babies room.



It looks like there is only one more trip in my future for work and then they are going to ground me. I am home this week and next week will be going to Denver. There is a possibility I will travel the following week but it is unlikely.

I had a dr. appt today. They like you to have at least one appt with each of the doctors in the practice in case your own doctor isn't available when you go into labor, so I had my first one today. She was nice, she is who our friend's who are pregnant as well see so I wouldn't mind having her if I cannot have my own doctor. Baby is holding strong at 152, growth is good and I actually lost a pound. Completely normal, I think it was water weight, the last time I was in my ankles and feet were huge! I've been off a plane for a couple days so I think that helps.

No pictures this time but next time I promise! Dennis took the camera and we still haven't gotten everything in order yet in the house. Hopefully after my last trip we'll be able to focus on that and the baby's room.

Hope you are all doing well! Love~Angie, Dennis & Baby

12 weeks left!

Hello Everyone! I am becoming a terrible blogger but things have been too hectic with the house and work. Baby made it to Philly last week and had his first real Philly Cheesesteak. It was delicious. He also made the trek up the steps that Rocky Balboa ran up in the movie at the art museum. I was unable to run up those steps but I did a fast waddle ;)!

We have moved back into the house, THE FLOORS ARE DONE! They are beautiful and I love them! The doggies are adjusting to them. Butters is a klutz and slips all over the place but it is quite adorable to watch. We have to wait for at least 3 weeks to put rugs on them so that will help by giving them some traction. I am happy to be home but have been very busy trying to get things back together. Tonight was the first night that I had some down time for a very long time. I actually fell asleep watching TV and it was fabulous!

Had my 28 week dr appt today. Things are looking good, baby's heartbeat was strong at 155, doctor is a little worried about the swelling in my feet and ankles but my blood pressure is really good so she just said to watch it b/c it can be a sign of preclampsia. It doesn't help that it is summer and I am flying all over the country so we'll just have to see. It looks like I will stop traveling in mid-September. I think I'll have two more trips-Philly again next week and Denver the week of Sept. 14. Then I think I will be done. Baby is kicking up a storm and Dennis was finally able to feel the kicks.

We finished our baby registry. For those of you who are interested we are registered at Buy Buy Baby. It is a store here in Chicago but the registry is accessible at their website buybuybaby.com.

I will get some pics posted of the new floors. We are still in the process of getting things put into their place so once that is finished I will take some pics. My brother Matt and his fiance Cathy are coming this weekend. We will be going to a Cubs game on Saturday so that should be fun. We will probably do some other tourist attractions for them but aren't quite sure what those will be yet.

Hope everyone is doing great and we will keep you posted hopefully more frequently than once a month! Love-Angie, Dennis & Baby

24 weeks!

Hello Everyone,



Sorry it has been awhile since I have blogged. It is getting hectic at work again. Baby made a couple more trips, this time Florida and Georgia last week and back to Denver this week. I am feeling pretty good. I am trying to take advantage of this time where I feel good and have more energy. We had a doctor appointment on Monday. All is well, baby's heartbeat is solid at 152 which has been pretty consistent every appointment. He is such a mover and a shaker these days. The movements are still on the inside but getting stronger everyday. The doctor told Dennis that he should be able to feel him move pretty soon. Dennis is anxious for that day to come. I always let him know when he is moving but it isn't the same as being able to feel it.

We have completely moved out of our house and staying with Dennis' mom. She has graciously allowed Dennis and I with all three animals to come stay. The carpet has been removed and all the prep has been done, now we just have to get the contractors in to install the new hardwood floors. Dennis worked so hard on that and I feel bad that I couldn't be more useful (but also a little relieved that I didn't have to be on my hands and knees pulling staples for hours). Hopefully they will start next week and should take about a week to complete.

The animal babies are doing well. Butters is growing like a weed. We joke about who is growing faster, me or Butters! Peja got shaved for the first time yesterday. He did really well, unfortunately I did not get to see him as I had to get on an airplane. We hope it will help with his furballs and also shedding around Dennis' mom's house while we are there. Niblet is also doing well. He is being a very good guest at his Grandma's house.

Well, that is all for now. I hope you are all doing well. It looks like Dylan is winning the name race so far, we were partial to that name as well. But no decisions have been made for sure. We still call him the "turkey".

Love ya-Angie, Dennis and Turkey!

Nursery Furniture

We made our first big purchase yesterday for our little one. Nursery Furniture! I can't wait for it to come, 10 weeks hopefully! Things are otherwise going very well. I feel great, a little back and foot pain but I'm going to a chiropractor so that will help I think. I had a doctors appointment on Monday, everything with the ultrasound looked great and baby is exactly how he should be right now. I am a little sad b/c it was the last time I get to see the little one until the birth :(

The bulldogs are enjoying the summer, although the heat/humidity is a killer and they don't get much walking when it is like that out. It has been quite nice this past week so we have been taking advantage. We went for a walk this morning and they were pretty warm so when we got back they spent a little time in the puppy pool. Butters is going to enjoy his first fireworks show tomorrow. We are going to a 4th of July party, Niblet is going to his grandma's b/c two dogs to pay attention to in the backyard will be too much. Niblet went last year so it is Butters turn I guess. Poor Niblet.

We should have our floors by the end of the month and then we can really get moving on the nursery. Dennis has a fishing trip this month so that put a little snag in our scheduling.

Hope all is well with everyone and have a happy and safe 4th of July!

20 Weeks

As promised picture of me! Of course Butters had to join me! This all happened very quickly, now everywhere I go, people ask me how far along I am.

It's A BOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hello Everyone!

Exciting news today, we had an ultrasound and found out we are having a baby boy! He was quite the little performer. He was moving around like crazy. He started off breach but by the end of the appointment was turned around. His heartbeat was strong at 156. After we saw the shot that showed us he was indeed a boy, he wanted to show "it" off for about two more minutes. It seemed like every shot was of his little one. Here are the pictures, one is a profile and the other I have circled to show he is a boy, since everyone who has seen this picture except for one has said they thought it was a girl. Pictures are not that wonderful since he was such a mover and shaker. We went right to Babies r us after the appointment and got him a couple of outfits. So adorable! We can now start planning for the nursery, register for baby gifts and I can have Dennis start painting!

Love,

Angie, Dennis and Baby Boy Scavnicar

17+ Weeks

Hello Everyone,

Things have been a little hectic around here with the addition of Butters to the family. He is such a good little boy. Niblet and him are getting along famously now, after the initial adjustment for Niblet. They smackdown several times a day and make all kinds of noise. They then crash and cuddle together for a little nap. Potty training is coming along, but we still have accidents on a daily basis. Zero fun!

Baby news-had a doctor appointment last week. Heartbeat was 152, doctor found it almost immediately so baby is getting stronger and bigger. My belly has started to pop out. I will post a picture soon. I have made the move to maternity for some of my clothes. Dennis got a little wide-eyed when I started shopping and kept asking how much I was spending. I sort of think this business of having to get a whole new wardrobe for 5-6 months of your life is pretty ridiculous. Oh well, what else can I do.

We have the appointment scheduled for the ultrasound to find out the gender. I am so anxious! I am also excited to see how much the baby has grown over the last few weeks! I will post the ultrasound pics and let you all know what we find out!

We bought our first item for baby: a Cubs onesie. It is so small and cute! I can't wait for him/her to wear it.

I hope everyone is doing well and having a great summer so far!

Love,
Angie, Dennis, Baby, Peja, Niblet, and BUTTERS!