I feel like I haven't posted many updates recently, so here's a collection of random updates!

~Brennan is talking up a storm!  He speaks in sentences and says some of the funniest things!

~After talking about replacing our Chrysler Sebring for over a year, we finally took the plunge!  We'll be the proud owners of a 2012 Dodge Journey this week!

~Baby Charm continues to grow big and strong!  He has active days and quiet days.  Over the weekend, I had my glucose test and rhogam shot.  We're officially in the third trimester!  I can't wait to meet him!

~One of Brennan's favorite bath time activities is playing with his foam numbers and letters.  He's able to identify all of them, even if they are upside down, sideways, or backwards.  It's quite impressive!  We also like to talk about what words start with each letter.

~Charm will be using the current nursery and we've been working on Brennan's "big boy room."  At one point, it was down to the studs and now we only have to nail the baseboards!  Mommy has been pretty limited in what she's able to do, so the credit goes to Daddy, Grandpa Swartz, Uncle Matt, and family friends.

Hand Foot and Mouth

Brennan came down with a fever on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  We were at a 1st birthday party for a friend and it seemed to hit him out of nowhere.  Throughout the weekend, his fever continued and he seemed uncomfortable, but he would perk up with ibuprofen.  We found out later in the weekend that one of his buddies at the babysitter's house had strep.  Although his fever subsided, he was in pain when eating and wasn't acting like himself.  Out of fear that he also had strep, we attempted to take him to the pediatrician and a local urgent care facility on Monday. Both were closed because of the holiday, so we decided to take him to the ER.  His strep test was negative and were told that he had a viral infection.  Mommy stayed home with Brennan on Tuesday and noticed a few spots on his hands.  We were able to get into the pediatrician quickly and he was diagnosed with Hand Foot and Mouth disease.  After a few days of ibuprofen, extra snuggles and avoiding citric foods, our happy little man returned!

27 Week Appt!

I had another appointment at the OB office today.  I saw the new, fresh out of her residency, OB instead of my regular doctor.  I got a call yesterday from the OB nurse, explaining that they were asking for girls around the middle of their pregnancy to meet the new doctor.  Since my pregnancy has been progressing normally and this was a 'typical' appointment, I agreed to meet her.  She was very nice, personable, and knowledgeable.  She also had a MUCH shorter wait time than my regular OB who was running "very late" today.  I go back in 3 weeks.  Since the new doctor had a later appointment time open, I'll see her again.  I'll probably stick with my regular doctor, but it was nice to meet another doctor in the practice!  After my next appointment in 3 weeks, I start my every-other-week appointments.

Charm looks great!  His heartbeat was strong, in the 150s.

We've decided on a name for our little man, but are currently in the "waiting period" before sharing it!

Brennan appears to understand more about his baby brother.  He gives the baby kisses and knows there is a baby in Mommy's belly.  Although, sometimes, he'll say that the baby in his belly or Daddy's belly.  We're making progress on his "big boy room"!

It's a BOY!!

We're having another boy!  We're so excited!

Our much anticipated ultrasound was this afternoon!  Everything with Charm looks perfect and he was described by the ultrasound technician to be "textbook pretty" and have a "big-ish head."  His heartbeat was 157 bpm.  He's measuring in the 72nd percentile.  She retrieved Brennan's ultrasound information and said that he was in the 90th percentile!  We got a clear picture, proving that Charm is, in fact, a boy--So much so that the technician promised to pay for college tuition if Charm is actually a girl!  I was surprised to see just how much movement I'm not yet feeling.  After awhile, he became a snuggler, making it difficult to get a clear picture of his face.

Charm's heart looks wonderful.  The OB is going to review the ultrasound pictures again, but doesn't anticipate any difficulties based on the information the technician provided.  If, after his second review, he thinks everything is normal, we may not need to see the pediatric cardiologist.

Brennan seems excited that he's having a little brother.  When previously asked, he would usually say that the baby is a boy.  When asked today what baby's name should be, his response was "Boy baby!"  We've been waiting for the results of today's ultrasound to discuss names--it's an exciting but daunting task!

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Baby feet!

Our sweet boy's face!

Our snuggling little man!

Mr. Compassion

I absolutely love Brennan's compassion and concern for others! A few recent examples:
-After Daddy coughed, Brennan responded "Are you okay, Daddy? Are you okay, Mommy?"
-He frequently shares his toys and food, commonly with a "Here you go!" After being given a cookie by Grandma on the way home from Virgina, he made sure that everyone else in the car also had a cookie before keeping one for himself.
-Brennan frequently wants to "help" others.
Brennan: "Where's Daddy?"
Mommy: "He's at work."
Brennan: "I want to help him!"

He's going to be such a great big brother!

Easter Vacation

Brennan and Mommy traveled to Virginia during Easter weekend for a Hahne family reunion. Daddy stayed home to save vacation days for Charm's arrival and the remainder of the calendar year. It was wonderful being able to visit with extended family that I haven't seen for several years! Our weekend was packed with big family meals and gatherings, a trip to Mt. Vernon, a baptism for the newest addition to the family, and an Easter egg hunt. Brennan had a fun time playing with his extended family. There were a total of 15 kids, ages 9 and under! I quickly remembered that Brennan relies heavily on his routine. The late nights, busy days, and over excitement lead to some cranky moments and increased Mommy-itis, but overall, we had a great time!

Daddy's Turn

Adam felt Charm move for the first time last night! His eyes lit up when he felt the kick!

I'm able to feel movement more often, I love it!