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Of course we stay busy preparing for William's arrival. I am now 29 weeks pregnant and I have just less than 10 weeks to go WOOHOO! I will be posting his 3D Ultrasound pictures once I get them today so don't miss checking back on my blog, reading about my baby shower and things are going to get busier the closer we get!
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I've still be narley sick but I am hanging in there.
Here is how I keep people updated on what I am doing for William
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Of course when I post a blog to Xanga it posts on my face book as well!
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Check List

Projects

~Bedroom~

• Rearrange Furniture
• Clear out Desk and move to scrapbook closet
• Disassemble desk
• Decide on and set up sleeping for William

~Closet~

• Make Closet Functional for William and all his things if possible
• Make some room for Skylar's clothes
• If needed use the linen cabinets as well
• Clean Peg Perego Stroller
• Scotch guard everything expensive lol
• I need two deep bins for blankets. Or at least one bin and one organizer for the recieving blanket.
• A bin for towels
• a bin for washclothes
• a bit for socks and shoes
• a deeper bin or drawer for onesies.
• storage for night gowns
• hangers with clips for outfits.
• hangers for pajama's
• tiny dresser (plastic)

~Scrapbook Closet~

• Take out anything that will not be utilized by me out of the closet.
• Move things that are on the desk into the scrapbook closet.
• Make it a semi-functional office.

~Scrapbook Projects~

• Baby Book
• Pregnancy Scrapbook

Shopping Check list

~For the Bedroom~

• Possibly a dresser for Rick (we could use one that matches the crib for the moment if we decide to go with the crib as far as sleeping arrangements for William)
• Crib/Co-sleeper/Bassinett/Pack and Play

~For the Closet~

• Baskets
• storage
• hangers
• Color Coordinated Storage for Skylar/William

~For the Scrapbook Closet~

• Foot Locker for Games
• Storage

~For Scrapbook Projects~

• ?

~Nursery Needs~

• 3-4 Crib Sheets (This number will change due to bedding drama)
• 3-4 Bassinet Sheets (Dunno if bassinet or co sleeper is going to be the best option currently our living situation calls for something under $100 that takes up little space as possible until we can move off post)
• 2-5 Waterproof Pads (I use these for a million different things. I have one.)
• 2 Mattress Pads
• 2 Stroller Blankets
• Blankets
• Mobile
• Bassinet, Cradle, or Co-Sleeper (A MUST for us)
• Crib with a Crib Mattress
• Changing Table
• Diaper Pail
• Bouncer or Infant Chair
• Rocking Chair
• Baby Monitor
• Infant Swing (A portable one will be handy with all our traveling we do as well as a bigger one that will stand the test of time)
• Night Light
• Pack and Play (we have a pretty heavy travel schedule so this is a must)
• Dresser
• Walk in Closet organization anyone know about the Container store?

~New Bedding~

• Quilt(s) (at Target)
• 2 Sheet(s) (at Target)
• Bumper(s) (at Target)
• Dust Ruffle(s) (at Target)
• Coordinating Blankets from Circo (at Target)
• Coordinating Recieving blankets from Circo (at Target)
• Diaper stacker (Solid Color or from Kids Line Pop Star Line Babies R Us)
• Coordinating Pillow (Kids line pop star line at Babies R Us)
• Coordinating Wall Decals (Kids line pop start line at Babies R Us)

~Clothing for William~

• Preemie sized Undershirt type Onesies
• Preemie sized socks-
• 0-3 socks that match everything (gym socks)
• 3 bibs
• Two- Piece outfits with blanket (August is an inbetween month weather wise here so I will need some for the hot weathered days and the cooler weather days. I need one PM/NB size for each season. 1 need a 0-3 Summer
• Summer Rompers (One piece outfits) I need 2-4 rompers 0-3 size, Five Newborn size, Missing all preemie sized
• Winter Rompers (one piece outfits) I need three 0-3 sized
• 2 Blanket sleeper (0-3 in size)
• I need newborn preemie beanies for the hospital time
• Socks for everything. Preemie/Newborn & 0-3 size
• bibs
• Jeans 0-3 months
• Kimino's ~ I guess I need preemie and newborn because I don't see me using this past when the Belly Button heals
• Home from the Hospital Keepsake Outfit and Maybe another one for pictures (newborn/Preemie sizes)
• A light preemie/newborn jacket would be good in a blue so it matches everything I have a green one. (Children's Place)

~Changing Supplies~

• 10-12 per day of the Disposable Diapers. (How many of each size should I buy ahead of time?)
• 2-5 Dozen cloth diapers I was told I would need 20 BumGenius to start out with.
• Liners
• Wipe Warmer
• 4-6 Diaper Pins
• 3 diaper covers I need 3 more

~Bathing and Grooming Supplies~

• 2-4 Towels (I have 3 I need one more)
• Tons Washcloths (ct 7)
• Baby Bath
• Baby Shampoo
• Baby Oil Creamy
• Rash Cream
• Vaseline
• Cleaning Wipes
• Cotton Balls
• Baby Nail Clippers
• Baby Brush and Comb (I would like two, one for travel or the diaper bag)
• Baby Tub
• storage for listed above

~Healthcare Supplies~

• Tylenol
• Antibiotic
• Peroxide
• Calamine
• Lotion
• Hydrocortisone Cream
• Rehydration Fluid
• Sunscreen
• Rubbing Alcohol
• Medicine Syringe
• Gauze
• Tweezers
• Nasal Aspirator
• Thermometer
• Q-Tips
• Storage for the above

~Baby Gear for Getting Around~

• Travel System (its on layaway)
• Extra Carseat with Base or just extra base
• Baby Sling or Baby Carrier (I would like one of each)
• Diaper Bag
• Car Seat Cover
• Stroller Blanket
• Convertable Car Seat
• Wagon

~Feeding William~

• 12 Burp Cloths
• 6 Four Ounce Bottles
• 10-12 Eight Ounce Bottles
• 4-6 Bottles for Breastmilk Storage with Caps
• Breast Pump renting one at first to see if they work then I will buy the Medela
• Replacement Parts for Breast pump (purchased one for $30)
• ? Milk Bags
• ? Pacifer
• High Chair (Fisher-Price Space Saver )
• Bottle Brush
• 2 Weeks of Formula if I can't breastfeed
• lanolin
• Breast Pads
• 3 Nursing Bras
• Boppy
• Water for Formula if Applicable
• dishwasher caddy (suggested on Xanga THANKS I totally forgot)
• drying caddy (for storage)
• Nursing cover
• 3 bibs (I have three I need three more)

~For Mama~

• bag for hospital (BFH)
• Post Surgery Undies (for BFH)
• Nursing Bra's
• Robe (for BFH)
• Fuzzy Socks (for BFH)
• Yoga Pants and Nursing top for Ride home (For BFH)
• Favorite Pillow (For BFH)
• Camera and charger
• 2 Nursing Gowns and PJ bottoms (For BFH)
• Breast Pads
• Pads
• Paper and Pens
• Scrapbook stuff possibly?
• Hair Brush
• Tolietree's & Meds
• Laptop and all my cables
• Money for the Vending Machines and Cash
• Extra Empty bag
• Phone Charger
• Toliet Paper
• Ipod and charger
• Big Cup
• Candy to suck on

~For Daddy and Skylar~

• camcorder
• Big Sister T-shirt and/or Coordinating outfit
• Busy stuff for Skylar
• Book (games/IPOD) for Daddy

~Medical~

• Find Peditrician
• Talk to Tricare
• Rule out WIC
• Skylar's sibling class
• Anyway to fit in a newborn class?
• register at hospital

~Other~

• Gates
• Exosaucer
• All Free and Clear Baby detergent (any other suggestions)
• Saline Nose Spray
• Gas Drops
• Liquid Benedryl
• Did I already say Boppy? There are so many different ones...

~Deadlines~

• May 1st Retirement Paperwork
• When do we get Baby Gear?
• May 15th Closet Deadline
• May 17th Baby Shower
• May 20th Baby Clothes Deadline (I may push this back)
• June 2nd Bathing and Grooming Supplies Deadline
• June 2nd Bedding Deadline?
• June 16th CHANGING SUPPLIES deadline
• July 2nd Healthcare checklist and feeding supplies deadline
• July 15th Crib Deadline
• Need a deadline for hospital bags!

Purple color denotes can be bought after the move

Comparison Shopping

Pack and Plays:
""Chicco Lullaby LX- Adventure(Green/ Beige) "" -
Store/Salesperson/Website: Target ** BRU ** Amazon
Price: $166.59 (Amazon)
Make/Style:
Color: Green/Beige
Size: 40L x 28W x 31H "
Availability:
Features:

* Surround Baby with Sights and Sounds in this Play Yard
*Changing Table Features Padded Changer for Comfort
*Entertainment Center Features Volume Control, Night Light, Plays Music
*Toy Gym Features Removable Soft Toys
*Portable, Rolling for Easy Portability, Padded to Keep Baby Safe
*Soothing Vibrations, Push-Button Folding Mechanism, Roll-Down Side Shields 2 Locking Wheels
*Comes with Music Box Nightlight

*4-in-1 from Chicco is a portable playard, infant bassinet, changing station and removable playmat with toy gym
*Chicco play yard is convenient for travel
*Baby play yard features push button fold for easy, compact pack up
*Play yard from Chicco baby includes a nylon storage bag with cargo pockets
*Wheels make transport easy and lock for stability, different than other baby play yards

Product Description: This 4-in-1 system features a portable playard, infant bassinet, changing station, and removable playmat with a toy gym. It is convenient for travel with its' push-button fold for easy, compact pack-up. It also has a nylon storage bag with cargo pockets. The wheels make transport easy and lock for stability. The quilted bassinet is perfect for a smaller baby's naptime. The changing table is elevated for ease of use and thickly padded for baby's comfort. The side-store can be used for quicker changes. The toy gym can be used on the bassinet or as a play mat. The plush fabrics and toys are good for baby's amusement. A remote control or voice-activated music, vibration and nightlight can be used to soothe baby. The removable mattress covering is machine washable. The quilted mattress is thickly padded for baby's naptime or playtime comfort. Recommended use for playard is up to 30 lbs. The bassinet can be used up to 15 lbs., and the changing table up to 25 lbs.
Ratings etc: 4 out of 5 stars on Target with three reviews. 4 out of five stars with five reviews on Amazon. 4 out of 5 stars on Babies R Us. Sturdy and Very nice...not for travel. I used this for a bassinet and loved it. The vibrating was great to soothe my baby back to sleep if he needed just a little encouragement. The little light was nice for checking on him without disturbing him. It is very well made, the padding is great. It is a little heavy as the other reviewer pointed out. My husband thinks it will be fine for travel. I agree as long as he is the one lifting it. Relatively easy to set up - love the changing table/bassinet/playard idea. Has nice storage options. Though the sleeping pad is washable - it's not in my machine - and a pain to hand wash. There are no sheets for this. The changing table is vinyl on the bottom and cloth on the sides - not so great if your little boy 'woopsies' while changing, or with an explosive diaper. Not sure I'd purchase again. THA PROS:Easy to assemble!!! Easy to clean, nice colors, the toy bar on topis cute, my son loves the elephant, plus I attached other toys and rings for more fun. The changing area is great, very sturdy and the bassinet area is vey sturdy too, my five month/ 14lbs son hasn't even came close to making it sag.THE CONS: TOO WIDE! doesn't fit through doorways, although it gives my baby more room to move around, moving it from on room to another or outside is a pain. Folding it up is fairly complicated too.Still a great play yard and still I wouldn't have bought any other one if I had a second chance. I am a first time parent and loved the Chicco look. The playard is nice with one major problem. I love the padded mattress with its support however if the baby has an accident or spits up on it you have to wash it - NOT EASY TO DO. I live in an apartment with small washers - does not fit. Dries well in the drier though. I end up washing it in the shower which is a pain. I bought waterproof pads and Gracco sheets and cut holes in the sheets to get the mobile through. Kind of a pain but it works. This is well built product that the company needs to tweek a bit.

""Chicco Lullaby LX Playard in Coventry - Blue "" -
Store/Salesperson/Website: Target
Price: $179.99
Make/Style:
Color: Blue
Size: 40" x 28" x 31 "
Availability:
Features: Perfect for playtime or naptime *Thickly padded, quilted mattress and bassinet *Toy gym for use on the bassinet or as a playmat *Electronics with remote control that feature music, vibration, and nightlight *Push-button fold and cargo bag* Dust ruffle to keep your floor clean
Product Description: The Chicco Lullaby LX Playard is perfect for your child's playtime or naptime. The Lullaby LX Playard comes with a thickly padded, quilted mattress that can be removed for easy machine washing. To meet the needs of smaller babies, the Lullaby LX includes a bassinet with an elevated changing table.The Lullaby LX also has a toy gym with plush toys that can be used on the bassinet or as a play mat. To help your child sleep, the Lullaby LX is equipped with electronics that feature music, vibration, and a nightlight.The Lullaby LX even includes a remote control that allows you to adjust the electronics from a distance. With its push-button folding mechanism, compact fold, and matching cargo bag, the Chicco Lullaby LX Playard is perfect for use at home and on the road
Ratings etc:

""Jeep Trek Easy Travel Playard "" -
Store/Salesperson/Website: Target
Price: $139.99
Make/Style:
Color: Shades of Brown
Size: 26.25 x 40 x 38 "
Availability:
Features:
Play Yard
Removable Changing Station Features Removable Soft Toys
Removable Bassinet
Features Detachable Toy for Playful Interaction
Detachable Toy Bar
Padded Floor; 2 Locking Wheels
Built with Mesh Fabric, Steel Frame
Curved Rails
Removable Accessories
JPMA Certified
Comes with Easy-Store Carrying Bag
For Children Up to 30 lbs.
Assembly Required
Wipe Clean with Dry Cloth
Adult Supervision Recommended
Product Description: From the Manufacturer The Jeep Trek puts the travel back in travel playards by offering important features and ample storage in a travel-friendly design. It has a removable bassinet and changing table. Product Description Jeep Trek Easy-Travel Playard Makes travel with baby easier than ever! This playard is rugged and durable for families on the go and has everything you need in one simple, roll-away design. The Trek Easy-Travel Playard has a spacious storage area for all of baby's needs, eliminating the need for additional luggage. The playard features a cozy bassinet attachment for newborns, a removable changing table, and a toy bar with hanging soft toys. This Jeep Playard comes equipped with durable Jeep wheels, a telescoping easy grip tow handle, and protective, secure cover for travel. JPMA certified.
Ratings: 4 out of five stars with one rating on amazon. 3 out of five stars based on 13 ratings on BRU. Not good reviews on BRU mostly about the changer being 21 inches long much to short for anything but temporary use, bulkier than a Graco and smaller bed space.

"Combi Travel Solutions Play Yard and Bassinet "-

Store/Salesperson/Website: One Step Ahead ** Babybeddingtown ** Amazon **

Price: $169.95

Make/Style:

Color: Natural Gingham

Size: 32 x 18 x 13 inches ; 49 pounds

Availability:

Features:
Bassinet can be used on the playard or on the pedestal
Diaper Changing station is removable and includes storage pockets
Additional Side Storage Pockets are Removable
Music, lights and vibration

Product Description:
Combi Travel Solutions Play Yard - Natural Gingham Bassinet can be attached inside the play yard and will gently rock every time the baby moves. The bassinet can also be removed and attached to a pedestal that rocks, rolls or remains stationary. • The Diaper Changing Station is attached to the side of the play yard and just flips the diaper pad over the side of the rail to rest on the top of the play yard. To store, flip the diaper pad back over the side of the rail to reveal the storage pockets. Additional storage pockets are located on the opposite end of the play yard. The play yard is also equipped with music, lights and a vibration mechanism to soothe the baby. The play yard can be folded and stored in the storage bag for convenient travel. Travel Solutions Playard Includes: • Play Yard • Bassinet with Canopy and Pedestal • Side Storage Compartment • Diaper Changing Station with Storage • Carry Bag • Plush Toys Bassinet can be used with infants up to 15 lbs and less than 3 months old. The Changing Table can be used up to 25 lbs. The Play Yard can be used with a child less than 35 Inches tall and up to 30 lbs.

Ratings: 4 out of five stars based on two reviews on One Step Ahead. 4 out of five stars on Amazon for 8 reviews

Disney Baby Care Center™ Playard
Store/Salesperson/Website: KMART ** Amazon ** Burlington ** Overstock

Price: $89.99

Make/Style:

Color:

Size:

Availability:

Features: Removable full size bassinet, elevated changing table
Large storage area for changing necessities, toys and other items
Disney character themed mobile to entertain baby
Easy push button fold provides a quick and easy set-up and fold
Folds Compact with Carry Bag
Not more than 30 pounds, bassinet up to 15 pounds
birth and up

Product Description: From the ManufacturerThe Disney Baby Care center Play Yard provides exceptional conveniences and a secure place for napping, changing diapers or playing. It can be setup in less than a minute with easy push-button fold and extra security latch. This play yard comes with a full-size bassinet and super-sized storage area. Product DescriptionProviding exceptional conveniences and a secure place for napping, changing diapers or playing, the Disney Care Center Play Yard from Disney Baby features a super-sized storage area perfect for changing necessities, toys or bedding. This portable playards mobile with removable Pooh, Tigger and Eeyore soft toys entertains your baby with Disneys timeless magic. Features Includes carry bag for easy portability Olive Green with Blue, Green and Tan tartan print Full size bassinet for children up to 15 lbs Elevated changing table made of wipeable materials for easy clean-up Wheels on one end for easy mobility Spacious frame with high side and rounded corners Mesh sides with padded floorboard Easy push-button fold for quick and easy set-up and take-down Sets up in less than a minute Extra security latch Raised floor with center leg support Meets ASTM voluntary safety standards

Ratings: 3 out of five stars based on 4 reviews on Kmart.com. 5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews on Overstock. changing table is not comfortable for baby and is lopsided. The storage unit, falls out and sags with barely anything in it. The bassinet sags in the middle and seems uncomfortable... The mobile does not play music and swings out of view by itself.. Not worth it.. Get something you really like.. I appreiate the gift bc it serves it purpose, but the next baby is getting something better!" Set Up-I had a very difficulting time getting the sides to lock into place during set up. If you set it up to stay it okay. I won't take it down because of the hard time setting it up. It is now "stored" in the dining room. It won't make the turn at the end of the hall into a bedroom with the casters on. The casters are nice to have to keep the baby close.Bassinet-The basset portion has been very useful and can be used for changing if needed. The bassinet does dip in the middle and can only be used for the first few months but is so handy.Storage Center-I can keep most everyting at hand with the storage center. Nice addition. No problems yet.Changing Center-It works fine for the tiny one but I wouldn't use it for "the tank".Mobile-Very cute. It would be helpful to have a battery operated one as the characters don't "swing" for very long. They are velcro detachable, so you could use them on other baby gear." It folds up well, its easy to move. my NB enjoys it so far. the only thing for me is I would like it to be a little higher because of my cesarian and bad back its hard for me to bend so far down while Im changing diapers but overall its a good buy with a good amount of holding space for dipers, wipes, alcohol, cottonballs, etc.

What I DO have

So this is my tally of what all I have collectively and what I've been buying

gowns 11 Preemie to 6 months
sleep sacks 2
robe 1
diaper covers up to 12 lbs 3
thin mittins 3
Socks 3 pairs of tiny socks unlabeled, 3 pairs of 0-6 month sized socks, 3 pairs of 0-3 sized socks
9 pair of 3-12 month socks, 1 pair of 6-12 month socks
Bibs (generic) I have 4
Total Hats Unmarked (ct 9), 0-6 (ct 6), NB (ct 4), 0-3 (ct 6) 3 (ct 1) 6 (ct 1) 3-6 (2)

Preemie Under shirt Onesies (Gerber style) 0
Preemie Onesies 3
Preemie Coveralls 1
Preemie Pjs 7
preemie summer outfit w/o Blanket 1
preemie winter outfit w/o blanket 1
Preemie Winter Romper w/o blanket
Preemie Summer Romper w/o blanket
preemie jacket 1


Newborn Undershirt Onesies (Gerber Style) 10
Newborn Onesies 12
Newborn long sleeve onesies 0
Newborn T-shirts and Kimono's1 T-shirt (ct 2) Kimono's (ct 3)
Newborn pJs 11
newborn pants 4
newborn winter outfit w/o the blanket 1
newborn summer outfit w/o the blanket 1
Newborn Summer Romper w/o blanket 1
Newborn Winter Romper w blanket 1
Newborn hats 4 *2 of them are beanies


0-3 Months
Gerber Type Onesies 11
Onesies 18
long sleeve onesies 2
t-shirts and kimono's 1 pack of kimono's and 1 peter rabbit t-shirt
Coveralls 1
Pj's 15
blanket sleeper 1
Winter Outfits 2 pieces without matching blanket 9
Winter Outfits 2 piece with matching blanket 3
Winter Rompers without matching blanket 4
Winter Rompers with matching blanket 5
Summer outfits 2 piece without matching blanket 4
Summer outfits 2 piece with matching blanket 2
Summer Rompers without matching blanket 2
Summer rompers with matching blanket 2
pants 3
hats 6 *5 are beanies
socks 10
snowsuit 1
Shirts 3
sweaters 1
Jackets 3
Gowns 3


3-6 months
Snow suit 1
Two piece outfit for winter w/o blanket 6
two piece outfit for Summer or mid season w/o blanket 2
Jackets and Sweaters 6
pants 3
overalls 1
pjs ~ Heavy PJ's 3 Stretchie Pjs 2
long sleeve shirts 4
short sleeve t-shirt 1
onesies lg/ss 7
s/s onesies 2
Gerber Onesies 0
Socks 3-12 months (3 ct)
Hats 3
a santa suit