week 26: Mount Alvernia Maternity Tour Nov 2015

Pardon the low quality and raw images from my iPhone 5.
I took it in a rush and didn't want to be in the way of our huge group (7-8 couples) during the maternity tour yesterday.

Basically we got to view the single suites and delivery ward.
St Michael suites were all occupied which was expected.
(updated photos here)
They usually try to room 1 mother in the 2 bedded rooms unless its really peak period.
So I may end up choosing 2 bedded as my 1st choice, followed by St Michael as my 2nd choice.

It's not as luxurious as Mount E Novena but it will do.

You are encouraged to rent their breast pump equipments for $20 a day instead of bringing your own and if you are choosing a single room, your husband will have to top up $80.25 a day for a full board 3D2N stay. Pyjamas or gown is not provided so bring your own.

In case you opted for natural delivery but end up having an emergency c-sect, they will only charge you the c-sect price plus natural delivery room charges and/or whatever equipment they have already used on you. That is a huge relief because i don't want to end up paying double like some other private hospitals.

During your stay, you are entitled to a complimentary parentcraft session. Else you can make a trip back another day for the group session (if there's nobody for the day, you'll be lucky to get a private session with their experienced nurses). And yes, that very precious 1-1 session with the lactation consultation during your stay is included in the maternity package.

At the end of the 30mins tour, we visited the cafe for a complimentary drink.
Included in the goodie bag was laundry conditioner, fever pack, Huggies wet wipes, hygiene wipes, Anmum samples, magazines etc.

Hope the above information is helpful. Check my previous post for the link to sign up for the tour.
This link brings you to an updated article on maternity tours in Singapore.

Week 26, 4 days.
Wondering if my belly button will pop anytime soon.
Yes i have trouble finding the best/right position to sleep, but i will get by (:
Its a joy feeling her strong kicks and rolls.

The birthing ball i got on Amazon to ease tailbone aches and i do light exercises on it to help buttercup get into the right position. Too early for that, but just practice first.

A customised bamboo cake topper i designed for buttercup's shower, full moon party and her 1st birthday in 2017.

Loving my short mane.
So much easier to maintain.

week 25

My cute buttercup!
Weighing 629g approximately, her bpm is 161.
That puts my weight up to 46.9kg.

Wow, 1.3kg gain in 3 weeks.
Gynae commented can be better.
He just told me to eat more but hey, the more i eat, the more comes out through the back door.

And actually I'm guilty.
Eating more doesn't mean my nutrition level doubles up; it simply means I'm eating empty calories or junking away.

Sorry buttercup, i will try to eat better for you, for us (:

Noticed 2 skin tags, one behind my neck, the other at my underarms.
Pregnancy woes.

Another 3 weeks till I enter 3rd trimester.
So far i am experiencing trouble with sleeping positions.
And i am 3 weeks behind antenatal pilate classes.

Can't wait for Mount Alvernia's maternity tour on 29th Nov.
We will be placing deposit to confirm a spot for 2016.
You can click here for more information.

week 23

We finally bought a crib for buttercup! (:
Farska mini joint bed neo was our top choice for its simplicity and size.
Plus, it will fit really well in our scandi/minimalist-themed home next year.
No screws or allen key for installation, say whattttt.
This crib can be joined to our queen sized bed, transformed into a kids bench and also a playpen.
Made of premium New Zealand pine wood so it will be free from insects and mold.

That's Sky trying out the new crib :b
Not to worry, we haven't removed the mattress out of its security bag.
Will assemble it when she's born next year.
Another 17 weeks to go (taking 40 weeks as full term).

I love this faux fur throw!
And all the itsy-bitsy-cutey clothes (:
My back is aching and my stomach feels stretched-thin.
Can't wait to meet you already, will time pass any faster please?