[babycav]

First of all congratulations! 2nd-- looked at your blog and it reminds me of me and my hubby and our Great Dane kids--- They were and will always be our babies! Your dogs are gorgeous-- what fun your little boy will have with "his doggies"--

I actually had about the same time from match to due date--I spent a lot of time on the phone w/ C's birthmom and she and I grew pretty close- almost like a sisterly type bond--As far as buying stuff--I had stuff stashed away forever.... 4 iuis/4 ivfs later-- you know the nightmare-- anyway I bought a few things, being pretty cautious, my husband gave me some cute Ralph Lauren layette newborn items for Christmas which I thought was sweet--Then all of the sudden Coleston was born and I had NOTHING!! My bf who is also Coleston's Godmother made a mad dash to babies r us for a bunch of stuff-- To be honest, you don't really need that much in the beginning-- and the hospital will give you a ton of formula, wipes, diapers etc--- They knew we were from out of town and were staying in a hotel for about a week w/ a newborn so I think they were extra gracious-- Sorry I'm just rambling....just so excited for you! One of my good friends was just matched as well and went to FL this weekend to meet the family--Please pm me if you have any questions, concerns or just need a shoulder--- Again Congrats!! Little boys are tooooooo sweet and LOVE their Mommas

All of my friends had a shower for us after we got home w/ Coleston-- It was great b/c they were able to meet him and ooh and ahh over him too!!