Celebrations!

For the month of August, we celebrated three occasions. I can say, that it's our favorite month. It's hubby's birthday on the 1st, my birthday on the 10th and our anniversary on the 27th. Oh happy month! :)

We just ate dinner at Brotzeit Raffles City for hubby's birthday. And for my birthday, we had dinner at Marmalade Pantry with Kuya and Karen.

For our 1st Wedding Anniversary, we stayed in Shangrila Rasa Sentosa Resort Hotel. Ohhh it was a wonderful staycation! Although a bit expensive, but truly worth it. As I always say, Shangrila is Shangrila. Thank God we experienced to wake up to this beautiful view. It was amazing!

We also did our maternity photoshoot. Will update soon!

Baby Coco is already 31 weeks!! Time Flies! 9 weeks to go! :)
 

Of Strollers and Pushchairs

We visited the babyfair at Takashimaya two weeks ago, but I have not bought anything yet for Baby Coco. :(  You see, I'm a first time mommy-to-be and I would not know which products are essential to buy for the baby.

I was contemplating on buying the Avent sterilizer and feeding bottles package worth S$199.00. Price before was S$ 327.60. Come to think of it, it's a very good deal! But in the end, I realized it was too early (@25 weeks then) for me to buy all these things. I just hope there are more baby fairs to come! If not, hubby would have to buy all these things by himself.

Meanwhile, we will just canvass strollers and bassinets. Here are some of the items we like.

Bugaboo Bee+ Base, SGD 1,149

Bugaboo Bee is a compact, nimble, one piece foldable pushchair. Maximum unfolded width of 52cm. Unique suspension swivel wheel system and a one piece integrated design that almost folds on its own. Quantity:

One piece, 10-position height adjustable handle bar Fully reversible and extendable seat unit 4 position tilting seat with hard shell back rest 3-position backrest 5-point harness with soft, moveable shoulder pads Height adjustable back rest Wider seat Wider chassis Machine washable fabrics 4 wheel independent suspension with foam filled rubber tyres for easy 360 degree manoeuvrability and a smooth ride over any surface A unique swivel wheel system that enables easy steering with just one hand Handle height: Adjustable from 91 - 107cm Folded size: 88 x 13 x 71cm Weight: 7.7kg Assembled size: 92 x 52 x 98cm Bugaboo is a proud supporter of (product) RED. From 1 October 2009 Bugaboo is contributing 1% of all revenues to The Global Fund to help eliminate AIDS in Africa. Sun canopies are sold seperately, you can purchase a second sun canopy to change the color. The price of a new sun canopy is $100. Bugaboo Bee sun canopies is available in 6 colors, red, blue, pink, yellow, black and dark khaki

Mothercare Bassinette and Travel Cot, SGD 219

Suitable from birth to 24mths (approx. 15kgs/33lbs)

Includes carry bag

Removable mattress

Quick and easy to assemble

Can also be used as a playpen

2 wheels for easy mobility

Bassinette for young babies

Changing station

Folded: L79.5 x W24 x H19cm.

Assembled: L100 x W73 x H84cm.

So many pretty things to buy for Baby Coco!!! I am so overwhelmed! But first things first, will need to buy the must-have first, then if the budget permits we will buy the nice-to-haves. :)

We're 26 weeks!

Yesterday, was my hubby's birthday. It was so much sweeter to celebrate special occasions, with our baby Coco inside my tummy. Ohhh I have decided to call her (yes, it's a girl!) Baby Coco as a nickname. Isn't it pretty?

Today marks my 26th week, 14 weeks to go! How fast time flies!

I can definitely feel her moving almost every 3-4 hours. Her constant movements, makes me gassy, but at least I know that she is ok.

As I was going through the baby center checklist, I realized there are so many things I want to do before I give birth.

1. Pre-natal massage
2. Staycation
3. Pelvic Floor Exercises
4. Learn how to cook Pregnancy food for breastfeeding
5. Maternity shoot c/o hubby
6. Gleneagles Maternity Tour
7. Shopping for Baby Coco
8. Teeth Cleaning
9. Practice breathing techniques
10. Baby Shower!

So many things to do, so little time! I wish I have more energy!

How many is too many? (Baby Books)

So far, I have three. One fertility book (I bought one month after we got married, excited much?), one week by week guide to pregnancy and the most recent one is Muddlehood : What not to expect when you are expecting.

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The latter is a collection of short stories by Singapore-based mothers, which I find heartwarming, although some are not-so-amusing. At 23 weeks pregnant, I'm not sure if I should be reading birthing stories now since it makes me anxious. Though I'd rather be anxious than ignorant. Oh well.

Now that we are making way for Baby E in our lives, we started doing spring cleaning. Out with the old, in with the new. I have to resist the urge to buy things, that we don't really need. Books and Magazines included. I may have to skip buying Yes magazine (huhu), and just buy parenting or baby books / magazines.

It's a change I am more than willing to embrace. It's about time! :)

Is having a baby really expensive?

It sure is. But what makes it worthwhile is seeing your baby smile. (As I type this blog entry, our baby E is moving inside my tummy :)) And it will make you forget about everything. Even just for a few minutes. Then comes the hospital bills, insurance etc.

Today, I'm feeling more organized than usual. I paid the rent and organized our expenses for the next few months. It just feels so good to accomplish pending tasks. I have my dear husband to thank for teaching me how to save, and giving me the inspiration to be more organized.

When I got pregnant, "spending for yourself" always is a mental battle. I kept on thinking, instead of spending, I should just save the money for our baby. Then, another part of me would rationalize that this is the time to be spending for yourself, because once the baby comes, it'll be much harder.

Like for instance, our upcoming wedding anniversary next month. Hubby and I have been discussing, thinking, discussing and thinking again for about a week, whether or not we should push through our staycation. But we are leaning towards going for it.

I promise to save more and pray that I'll have normal delivery. 17 weeks to go!!! :)