My Birthday Celebration Part 1 :)

Over the wkend, as usual, Bebe accompanied me to attend my 2nd antenatal class at AMK Hub. During this session, we’ve learnt a few more antenatal exercises, some breathing relaxation techniques, wat r the changes in pregnancy leading to signs & symptoms of labour, & other alternative types of pain relief in labour… (& in my mind, I’ve oredi chosen the epidural as my “life-pain-saver”!!) :D

Really thankful dat I got to learn the breathing techniques cos recently I’ve not been able to cope with my breathing very well… I’ve been getting so breathless from juz walking some distance or climbing some stairs!! :p

After the class, Bebe & I headed back to my parents’ place cos my mom has whipped up a sumptuous dinner for us – to pre-celebrate my birthday!! :)

Once again, I’ve forgotten to take pics of my mom’s cooking cos:
No. 1: I was famished!
No. 2: Everyone else was famished after waiting for us till 7.30pm!! :p

And then another pleasant surprise awaited me… my 2 aunts actually bought a Hello Kitty birthday cake for me!! I was so, so happy!! ;)


Here’s a pic with my parents & aunts… :)












And a pic with Bebe… ;) [& if u noticed, on the left, u’ll see our table-top wedding portrait taken 2 yrs ago!! Hee!]












And dat’s juz my Birthday Celebration Part 1…more to come!!! * Greedy Me! * :p

A Gift of Life :)

Just last Sat, Bebe & I started attending the Childbirth Education Course conducted by Thomson Medical Centre (TMC) where we plan to hv our little Matthew delivered :)

The course duration will last for 6 weeks, including 1 Doctor’s Talk.

Our 1st lesson was on Physical & Mental Preparation which covered topics like:
- Antenatal Exercise
- Nutrition Before & After Delivery
- Myths & Traditions
- Coping with Pregnancy Discomfort
- Back Care & Postures
- Instructional Video
- Q & A

Was really glad dat we signed up for this course since I cld learn some useful tips on sleeping & sitting positions, as well as some simples exercises & massages which Bebe cld do for me to relieve me of my achings!! :) And dat’s exactly wat he’d done for me for the past few days cos I’ve been aching badly in my knee caps & started limping oredi… tink I’ve put on “extreme weight” & it’s a big strain on my legs & feet… *sobz*

And ohh!! Another great thing abt having signed up for this TMC antenatal course is dat we’ve got MORE FREEBIES again!! :p There’s Philips Avent milk bottle, baby moisturising lotion, baby body & hair wash samples, a set of sea animals teethers from Dumex, & finally, some sample packs of Dumex Mamil milk formula for preggy mummy!! :p


And yday, Bebe & I decided to give our little baby a precious “gift of life” – we’ve signed up for a CordLife plan whereby our baby’s cordblood wld be kept by the private cordblood bank for 21 yrs! :) Although it’s quite a costly plan (about $5.5K for 21 yrs’ storage), we believe in the benefits of keeping the cordblood… it’s almost just like a “medical insurance” to us ;)

And so, after signing the CordLife agreement, the lady in-charge gave me this CordLife box which contains the tubes & stuff for the collection of my baby’s cordblood during the childbirth process… & which I MUST remember to pack this into my bag when I rush down to hospital for my baby’s delivery!! Hahaha!!! :D

Daddy Bebe's Favourite Toys!! :p

To be frank, i'm not quite sure wat toys r most suitable for little boys.

Yeah, i can imagine having cutie teacups & teapot play-sets, barbie dolls & her wardrobe of pretty clothes & accessories... or even dress-up costumes into a beautiful Princess!! :)

But boys!! Am i gonna get Transformers, Spiderman action figures, or Hot Wheels cars??! I've gone to Toy R Us several times, & none of the toys (for boys) appealed to me!! *sobz*

But guess wat? One of Daddy Bebe's favourite toys (back in his days!) was Transformers ("more than meets the eye!")!! :D

However, recently, Bebe himself volunteered to take these 2 photos over at the toys section... in fact, he's the one who made me take the photos for him!! :p

And i'm not very proud to say dat those toys r WWF (World Wrestling Federation) belts!!! :p [I'm very much against VIOLENCE u kn!!] :p

Our 2nd Wedding Anniversary! :)

Yday was such a beautiful day… & u kn why?

Cos it’s Bebe & my 2nd Wedding Anniversary (& 9 yrs together!!) :)

9 yrs is really such a long time… but I’ve nvr ever regretted being together with Bebe! He’s the Best Love of my life, & my life wld hv nvr been the same without him :)


To celebrate such a special day, Bebe & I took a day’s leave from work to spend time together! ;)

We rewarded ourselves with a sumptuous lunch at Park Hotel Orchard… their International Buffet at RSVP was at 30% discount!! :D



Actually, I was really very envious of Bebe leh… cos he cld “attack” all the food dat I cldn’t touch!! Like sashimi, mussels & all the other (raw) seafood!!! Arghhh!! So “unfair”!! :p But for the sake of Matthew, I shall bear with it & hv my “sweet revenge” after my delivery!! :D




This is me enjoying my big plate of yummlicious food!! ;)


Once I’m done with dat, I zoomed right to the “SINFUL Section” where I found everything I longed to eat!!! :D

My sweet indulgences – the French pastries consisting of cookies-&-cream cake, cappuccino cake, a slice of cheesecake, & a fruit-tart! A glass of chocolate mousse with strawberry & a chocolate stick, & hot waffles with Movenpick chocolate ice-cream topped with almonds flakes & rainbow chocolate-rice!! ;)



“Who cares abt the extra calories?!! I’m oredi so FAT!!!” :D


I got so “high” from eating the cakes & ice-cream dat Bebe had to remind me dat it’s time for our gift exchange! ;p

And I’m proud to say dat I’ve personally designed & handcrafted a wedding anniversary card for my darling!! :) Can only show u all the front & back pages since the contents r strictly for my darling’s eyes only! Haha!! :D


And I’ve also gotten a Picard wallet for my dearest Bebe!! He loved it so much dat he used it immediately!! :)


Of cos, I also received my pressies from Bebe – a value of $250 KIMAGE giftcard & a lovely wedding anniversary card!! ;) I was really so happy to receive this gift as I’m oredi hoping dat I cld go rebond & colour my hair after Matthew is born!! Bebe, u’re sOooOo NICEEEE!!! Thank U so muchie!! *Muakz!!*


Before we left the restaurant, Bebe & I took a pic together for remembrance… :)


Thereafter, Bebe & I went to catch a comedy movie, “Get Smart”, at Plaza Singapura ;) Steve Carell was really such a silly “Secret Agent 86”!! :p




Even tho it was our Wedding Anniversary, we nvr forgot abt our Little One! Look at wat we’ve bought for Matthew after our movies – a colourful foam clock to teach him to read the time in future! :)




Last of all, I juz wanna say “I Love U So Much Bebe”… & I thank the Lord for blessing & protecting our marriage for the past 2 yrs… I trust & believe dat we wld be together forever until the end of time :)

R u in the Same Boat? :p

To all the Mummies-to-be out there in the "same boat"!! :p

Zhen Zhen's ROM on 20th June 2008! :)

Last Friday was really a joyous day -- it was my dearest fren Zhen Zhen's ROM held at the Parkroyal Hotel! :)

Ever since she'd told me earlier in Jan/Feb this yr dat she's gonna get married in Jun, i've been bugging her since to tell me all abt her wedding planning details!! :p Like where it's gonna be held, where she'd booked her bridal package, where she's gonna get a pretty pair of wedding shoes to match her gown, which wedding bands she's gonna buy... etc. etc.!! :D I tink i got all so excited cos i've had such a wonderful & beautiful wedding myself dat i've grown to believe dat every wedding is like a "Princess-Dream-Come-True"!!! :)

So right after work on Fri, i hurried my way down to the hotel & here r some shots i've taken at the outdoor poolside wedding reception area ;)

The wedding album together with the cute wedding bears!


The board made by Zhen Zhen’s creative hubby, which they also brought it with them for their outdoor wedding photoshoot! :)


This is my MOST favourite wedding photos they took! Zhen Zhen’s hubby “acted” so comical in the 1st shot while Zhen Zhen looked so demure & traditional in the 2nd shot!! Very nice!! :)


The Beautiful Couple practising walking down the aisles…


The beautiful wedding rings that represent the togetherness of their marriage…


And finally, nightfall came, & the wedding ceremony began ;)

Two guitarists gently strummed their guitars & sang melodiously as the couple walked into the garden…



The couple took their marriage vows at the pavilion, & dat’s where it faces the beautiful Singapore Flyer!! How special & romantic!! ;)


After the exchange of rings, Zhen Zhen’s hubby actually read to her some touching lines of promises dat he wld take good care of her & love her… & dat ended with a nice, long kissss!!! :D


I’m really so glad & happy to be able to witness the joy of my dearest fren of 16 years on her big wedding day! :)

Zhen Zhen, here’s wishing u & ya hubby forever love & blissfulness in ya marriage! Cheers! :)

Jacob's 1st Yr Old Birthday Party!

This post is abit overdue as Jacob's 1st yr old birthday party was already held a week ago last Saturday! :p

This is the cute & very creative birthday invitation card i've received from Mummy Sarah & Daddy Thomas! :D


Obviously, the theme was "Thomas the Train"... juz look at the big, beautiful birthday cake!! *yummy!!* :)


Thru'out the night, Birthday Boy Jacob has been very "cooperative" and even let everyone have a chance to carry him!! :) And everyone agreed dat he's such a handsome boy indeed... he's gonna be charming the ladies out there when he grows up!! Hahaha!! ;)

This is a group photo taken together as a ladies' cell group :)


And another group photo taken together as the men's cell group! :)

aRts & CrAFts! :)

Knowing that last Sat was gonna be our final Gary Ezzo infant class, i've decided to make something special for our church faciliators to thank them for their precious time & invaluable sharing & tips on taking care of babies! :)

So these r the raw materials i've shopped for...


And with some patience & creativity... here it goes... a personalised photo-frame!! :)


And i liked it so much dat i made another one for myself... to put our FAMILY photo in future... Bebe, Baby & Me!! :D


Last but not least... i've made another decorative craft to hang on our bedroom door... & this time, it has our baby's name on it!! :) Matthew which means "gift of God" :)

GSS Shopping for our baby! Part III + Birthday Celebration for Yuemei! :)

On Monday evening after work, i met up with my dearest fren Yuemei to celebrate her birthday in advance! :)

After much deliberation, we've finally decided to meet at Vivocity, where i suggested to hv our dinner at Pu Tien inside the Republic foodcourt. It was a delicious meal, altho the dishes were quite a long wait for hungryyy mommies like us! :p

After dat, i requested YM to accompany me to see-see-look-look for a suitable sports bag as a diaper bag for my baby. And hey, God was on my side!! :) I managed to find something i like... it's the latest NIKE Summer Collection 08 sports bag... & last piece somemore, & at 20% discount!! Woohoo~~ :D


And since i had my TANGS voucher with me (courtesy of PlanetFitness when Bebe & i 1st signed up for our membership more than a yr ago!), i paid for the sports bag using my voucher, & even had some dollars leftover!! So i topped-up in cash for a small heart-shaped pendant for myself!! :) *happy happy!*

Finally, YM & i decided to rest our weary legs (if u noticed, mommies get tired reallyyy easily!!) & upon YM's recommendation, we headed to Earle Swensen's to try their "fake martini"... hahaha... they're juz blended fruit juices with salt put around the glass rim lahz! :p But too bad we did not take any pics of our drinks cos we were too busy savoring our "martini" & updating each other abt almost everything!! :)

Anyways, Happy Birthday To U, my Pretty & Sexy Hot-Mama Yuemei! :) *MUAKZ MUAKZ!!*

GSS Shopping for our baby! Part II

Last Sunday after our church service, Bebe & i went to the Motherhood Exhibition 08 held at Expo Hall 5... to continue with our GSS shopping spree!! :p

And this time, we did managed to buy some stuff for our baby, as compared to the 1st time back in March this yr when Bebe & i also came to this kind of expo exhibition selling babies stuff :)

After browsing around for prolly 2hrs (!!!), we've made these new purchases...


Mother Goose Stories with DVD, audio cd, an activity book and a little Goosling toy, a red trendy milk storage bag, & lastly, 3 tiny pairs of cutie socks!! :)





Ohh!! & not forgetting the 2 Motherhood magazines given to us FREE, & a Friso goodie pack! ;)











It was really such a "hectic" wkend for me... & i really felt like my feet were falling apart from all the walking!! But i'm glad we've managed to get quite a few items last wkend, nw i'm feeling very "accomplished" & satisfied!! Heehee!! :p

GSS Shopping for our baby! Part I

Last Sat Bebe & i super chiong lohz, despite the rain, we still took a cab down to Thomson Medical Centre for the hospital tour cos our gynae needs us to decide on booking which beds soon -- whether to get the 4-bedded, 2-bedded, or 1-bedded room to stay in after i deliver.

During the hospital tour, we even got to see the labour wards!! :p Actually i felt scared & excited at the same time... hahaha... but i've decided dat i shld focus more on seeing my little one soon rather than the labour pains!! Afterall, all i pray for is a smooth & safe delivery.... & a healthy & happy baby too! :)

Anyways, after the hospital tour, Bebe & i made our way down to United Sq cos i'd wanted to look for the Baby Couture diaper bag, but even after i've found it at Little Angels, i realised dat it wasn't as big as i tot, even tho it looked kinda trendy enuff for a Mommy to carry ard. So in the end, we've decided not to buy it... *sobz*

Thereafter, for the rest of the evening, we embarked on our GSS shopping for our baby stuff!! :)

These r wat we've bought at Tom & Stefanie, Kiddy Palace & Metro! :D


Some bath towels, blanket, & handkerchiefs...









The breastmilk storage bottles & a mini-fan... pink & yellow! :)









The sleepsuits looked so cute & cheerful!! Can't resist it, so i bought the blue one for Mommy Yuemei's darling... & the yellow one for my "bao-bei"!! :D








A growth chart to measure our baby's height as he grows up... but mainly to "decor" our room in the meantime!! Hahaha!! :p











And finally, our BEST BUY so far -- an activity playmat for our little one to lie down/ play in... & with cutie toys hanging overhead too!! ;) So niceee!!! :D Even Daddy Bebe wanna sleep in it too... hahaha!!! :p

Overworked Mommy :(

For the past few weeks, my work has grown so intense & thus my stress levels hv also increased tremenduously :(

I really wish i can take a breather... & juz not do anything at all.

Bebe said the other day i juz slumped right into bed & knocked-out immediately!! Dat's hw tired i was :(

I can only hope & pray dat my current assignment ends soon... dat all my auditees r cooperative (& kind to me!) :p

On a happier note, this is me in my new PINK maternity top... & a "matching" PINK soft toy at the OG Children's department! :D


And i am so looking forward to this weekend to R-E-S-T & R-E-L-A-X!!! :)

Blooming!

Look at my blooming tummy at 26 weeks! :D


Cos of dat, my babydoll dresses/tops hv been getting shorter & shorter! :p

And so yday, my dearest hubby has bought for me my 1st ever two new maternity tops at Marina Square! Look at them -- they r so lovely!! At least, they r not gonna make me look ugly & "auntie"!! Hahaha!! :)




Thanks Bebe for the new clothes! :) *MUAKZ!!*

Choices & Sacrifices

Just on Friday, my boss had requested dat i shld come back during my 2nd mth maternity leave to attend a 1-week training course in Hong Kong. I was flabbergasted indeed!! Wat kind of boss wld hv been so insensitive to actually ask her employee to come back for work in the middle of her ML??!

I had strongly believed dat my postpartum days, which is during my ML, shld be a time of nursing myself back to good health, & also a very special time for me to bond with my newborn. Besides, Bebe & i hv resoluted to adopt the Parent-Directed Feeding (PDF) method once our baby is born, & so we wld be expecting, hopefully as much as possible, to see a happy, healthy baby being able to sleep well thru the night by 8 weeks or so... yet with this travelling schedule of mine, i might possibly interrupt our planned schedule for our baby! :(

And other things to tink abt wld be whether to continue expressing my breastfeed milk while i'm overseas; hw i'm gonna keep my BF milk frozen during dat 1 whole week; & then check-in at the airport all the frozen BF milk bottles, with dry-ice or ice-packs, back into Spore!! Sounds like a logistic nightmare to me!! :-/

However, this is my job afterall, & it's really difficult for me to turn down my boss again, especially i hv oredi rejected her request before during my 5th mth pregnancy to travel to Vietnam for a work conference. The reason being dat i had been very unwell during my 1st trimester, was hospitalised, & even ordered to hv complete bedrest for 1 whole mth, so i felt dat it was wiser for me not to risk my baby's health juz for the sake of my job.

But it's really juz too many difficult choices to make within a short span of 6mths into my pregnancy. There's definitely gonna be more sacrifices to make sooner or later, but ultimately, wat's my choice gonna be?

O Lord, pls guide me & give me the wisdom to make the best decision in all situations. Amen...