25 things to do before your little one arrives

I'm currently in my 32nd week of pregnancy, and I'd have another 7 weekends (including this week) should our little one decides to arrive earlier to celebrate Buddha's Joyful Day on the 24Aug 2010 (on the 15th day of lunar calendar). Otherwise, I'd have another 8-9 weekends should he arrive later to celebrate Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha's birthday on 7Sep 2010 (on the 30th day of the 7th month of lunar calendar).

I found the following in an article, and agree to some of the things mentioned, but not the following:
#3 & #22 - body massage may not be suitable for pregnant women, and hairdo (highlight, dye or perm) is not advisable as the chemicals enter our bodies straight to our womb where our foetus is (though there's no evidence, if you have to, better to do it in your 2nd or 3rd trimester).

#11 - spurging on jewellery is not my cup of tea

#13 - even a getaway with frens locally is difficult (as some may have to make arrangements for their young kids) to meet up if they don't wish to bring along big bags of bb stuff, bb stroller or carrier or even their spouse to take care of the kids

#21 - don't have the time to waste, as shopping and looking around for bb stuff can last only at most 2h as I tired more easily towards the 3rd trimester

#24 - it's no no for me, as heels are all left in the office (though I'd like to wear the heels I bought for our wedding again), and personally, flat shoes are more comfy, and dine at home can save up for bb future expenses instead.

1. Heart talk with hubby- voice out your expectations before and after the birth and vice versa
2. Research work- have a bb shopping checklist (first few years has gift-list services and store managers to provide assistance)
3. Relax- go for a facial, spa, body massage, manicure or hairdo
4. Keep fit- do little & often, begin with 15-min sessions, then increase up to 45-min in the 2nd trimester (walking & swimming can be done in moderation till D-day)

15th week of Pregnancy

Darling had made plans for our 3rd honeymoon to Taiwan, and this trip was different from those in the past. Besides re-visiting the Tarogo and the Aquarium, we went to places we never would have been to, for instance, visited the coffee & fruits plantation in Tai Ma Li, Chi Ben and stayed over in a tent, and went for a spa with sea water full of minerals. In fact, there were alot of rust on the rocks, and our fingers and toes became abit rusty when came in contact with the rocks.

We had a gooooood massage using the cow's horn, and really had a great time meeting with some friends there. We went for mushroom hotpot & spaghetti late lunch around 3 plus in the afternoon, followed by a tour to a massage parlour.


We had great fun touring the night bazaar Rui Fung in Kao Shiung, and we had to surrender due to the large crowd there. We only managed to try abit of cuisines and were feeling very full. We went to another night bazaar Liu Ho to enjoy some more cuisines and fun. Muuaaak!

 On the left is the tastiest popiah I've ever tried (it's vegetarian, and huge) and Darling ordered a plate of pasta (his favourite), and it's equally tasty.

Darling was right, we had to enjoy this tour as I'd have to wait for a couple of years before we'd go for a tour again. :(

4th week of Pregnancy

This is the first overseas trip after our custom marriage. We visited Genting Highlands, watched 2 movies, ate a gigantic baked sweet potato, had vegetarian western food, visited an organic fruit and vegetables farm, visited Sunway Lagoon, and many more ...

One memorable moment is when we entered a local snacks shop and darling saw me trying all the different snacks. Every time when he recall that moment, he'd tease me that it must be the little baby in my tummy, that I was craving for the snacks.

At this time, we weren't aware of the pregnancy yet.