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I just realized I left out a couple big updates since it's been so long between posts.

First and foremost, IT'S A GIRL! We are pretty darn pumped about that. She's not even here yet and Chris is already wrapped around her tiny little fingers!

Second, I'm off bed-rest and have never felt better!

loooong overdue (the blog post, not the baby!)

It's been almost two and a half months since my last post, so it's about time I got my act together and updated everyone on all the goings on of the last couple months. We have been VERY busy since I announced our big move back to Chicago! I am happy to say everyone (Chris, the dog, the baby, myself) survived the relocation process and we are now happily settled into our beautiful new apartment just two blocks from Lake Michigan :) Many, MANY thanks to my mom for essentially single handedly unpacking everything and getting us moved in while Chris was traveling for business. It is absolutely wonderful to be back amongst family and friends. We truly feel that we're home and are so excited that this is where we get to start our family.

Speaking of starting our family... The baby is doing great! I have my last sonogram tomorrow - which is bitter sweet. I became used to bi-weekly sonograms in New York, so the idea of not getting to see our little one for three whole months after tomorrow is a little disappointing. BUT, it's actually good news because the baby and I no longer require close observation. I LOVE LOVE LOVE my new doctor!!! She is calm, a great listener, really takes time to speak WITH me - as opposed to AT me, and she is the first doctor I have seen who has asked me what my expectations are of her and what role I see medicine playing in my pregnancy. (Medicine as a field in general, not pharmaceuticals.) I could have cried and hugged her right then and there!

I hope you are all enjoying this spectacular fall we're having! And if you are in the Midwest - don't blow away! This wind is crazy!

Much love,

Nicole