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March 20, 2009

Almost ready to POP!

My popping day is one week away! My stomach has grown bigger & I now weigh 5kgs heavier. When I step on Mommy's foot, she screams. Yeah & I mean really scream. I get 3 meals a day plus supper at 12 midnight. Oh yeah bebe! I still get to go for normal walks & car rides too but I'm no longer allowed to run or play rough games like fetch. I still get to chew my tennis balls though. My Hooman M bought 12 tennis balls for me to play in mah Crib. It's so fun! I also went for my 2nd Ultrasound scan this week & the puppers are doing great. I'm beginning to pant alot too coz I feel so hot all the time or maybe it's the weather.

Big baby bump...

Ahhhh so nice & comfy. The mini fan above me keeps me cool.

This big square PVC tubes inside mah Crib is to prevent me from accidentally squishing the puppers when I try to lie down. I call it my "Private Under". Why? Because I like to purposely push mah tennis balls under the couch, tables, racks just for fun & then try to dig them out with mah paws till my hoomans get so annoyed with me. Heh! So now, I have mah own under! Yipee!!!

I love my private under...

These stuff are called Birthing Paraphernalia. We got everything all ready when the time comes. You all must be wondering what are these small sacks of stuff. Well they are actually little bolsters for the puppers. Inside are filled with uncooked rice which will be microwaved on low so that they'll be nice & warm for them to hug on. You know, I HATE heat right? Blankets will be placed in mah Crib(oh no!), hot water bottles filled with warm water will be placed under the blankets(double oh noes!) & lights will be on too for some extra warmness for the puppers! I am very sensitive to heat so that's why I like to sleep on nice cold tiled floors only. Well, I think I might just have to dig the whole sheets out then. I know I'm such an irritating woman but what to do?

You see that ther-mo-mee-ter? Yeah. That will be poked into my "you-know-where" a few times(I think 5 or more times on the same day) to check mah temperature. If my temperature is below 37 degrees, then I should be having a labour. Normal temperature is 37.5 to 39.2. If above 39.2, then it means I'm having a fever. I hope that doesn't happen. Though this is just for percaution, I'm certainly not looking forward to it! Nu-uh!

Here's a last shot of mah belly from the top. Doesn't really look that big eh? So, how many puppers do you think I have?

66 comments:

Abby said...

Hi, Amber...

Oh...How exciting...Looks like you are all ready...

I can't wait to see your beautiful little puppies...

Take Care...

Love,
Abby xxxooo

Sara Alves said...

Wow Amber! you look soooo good! I was really impresses with your belly, it’s getting bigger and bigger!
and you have everything prepared for the puppy’s arrival! soo sweet!


Lot’s of Licks!!!
and good luck !!!
PU

Mango the Maltese kiddo said...

Wonderful, look like you're well prepared for your motherhood, Amber. Oh I'm excited too, I can't wait to be the handsome uncle, can't wait to cuddle cyperspace with them cuties!
How many pups nieces and nephews I'll have?
I saw five warmers in the picture, so?
Have a safe nice labor and delivery, sweet Amber.

The Musketeers said...

I sure can't wait ! WEEE~

Che-Cheh said...

Ohh I can't wait too!!!!!
Lotsa kisses!

Clover said...

Amber! Your puppies are coming in one week?! I can't wait! I think maybe you have 4 or 5 in there?
Love Clover xo

♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥ said...

Wow, that time went by fast, at least for us:-) good luck with everything -looks like you are all prepared. Hope you have an easy delivery with lots of nice healthy pups.

Tail wags, the OP Pack

Jake of Florida said...

We're so glad you posted so we could see how you're doing. You'll be a good mom, for sure -- and you'll have lots of help from folks who believe in being prepared. That's a very good thing!!!

Stay cool!!! We'll be waiting.

Jake and Just Harry

Mason Dixie said...

Wow your mom is totally ready for everything. I can not wait to see the new pups. I am going to guess 5 all together. =)

Clive said...

Amber
You look very well organised and prepared. Take it easy during your last week and we're looking forward to seeing the pups soon!
lots of woofs - Clive

Asta said...

Amber
this is wondewful..you look absolutely glowing in youw pwegnancy..I guess what they say is twue..Mommi's awe vewy bootiful..I think it's faboolous that youw Ma is so well pwepawed..I hope evewything goes smoofly and you don't get too wawm, but the puppews stay cozy..I can't wait..I think maybe you have five babies?
Howevew many, just so you stay safe and have healthy pups

thinking of you wif love
smoochie kisses
ASTa

Pipa said...

Ohhhh Mamma! We're so anxious about those pups around here! PLEASE PLEASE, post photos, lots of photos! How lucky you and your family are, Ambie! There gonna be babies in the house! WOOOOWOOOOOO!


The care, tenderness and preocupation of your family is awsome. You sure are a lucky girl-mummy!

Love

Pipa

Rambo said...

OMD Amber! I am getting real nervous! The big day is coming. I hope everything goes well. It looks like you are well taken care of.
Rambo

Anonymous said...

Hi Amber-Mae! You look so beautiful! I hope you keep feeling well and everything goes fine. What awesome preparations! I can't wait to see the pups!

Your pal,
Joey

NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog! said...

Woo soooo are looking ready fur them!

It is furry nice to see your mom has taken such khare to obtain all the good (and not so good) stuff woo need!

My paws are khrossed fur safe arrivals fur the little golden smooches!

Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra

Elizabeth Bergesen said...

We are hoping for a smooth and speedy birth for you! I bet you are getting anxious and excited!

Unknown said...

This is so exciting! We can't wait! Good luck!!!

Wags,
GSD Mom (Christina) and Pruett and Daphne
GSDAdventures.com

Paco,Milo, Maya and mommy Simona said...

Ohhhhhhhh dear Amber!!!
what a great event!!!
How exciting...Looks like you are all ready...
we can't wait to see your beautiful little puppies...Please....post lots of photos and photos and photos!!!
we love pups...your babies will be very lucky to have you like a mom!!!
Take Care of you dear friend!!...
Lots of love and kisses...Mom!!!!

Molly the Airedale said...

It's not long now, Amber! We're beginning to get excited for you! Are Chloe and Faith acting differently towards you?

Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch

Arran, Arthur and Mum said...

Very exciting Amber, I casnot wait to meet all your puppies!

Eric said...

Amber, You are looking blooming lovely. I'm so glad you are well and can't wait to see the five new puppies.Your leggededs seem all organised and ready for the babies. Good luck Amber. Will be thinking of you and look forward to seeing your puppers.

Wiry wags, Eric xx

bbes tribe said...

Hey Amber, You look beautiful. Bet you are going to be a great Mom. We are looking forward to seeing your puppers. Your crib is really nice. Your humans really think a lot of you to have fixed it up so nice.
Soon you'll be back to playing and running.
Ernie & Sasha

Thor and Jack said...

Amber, you look very beautiful and well prepared. I can´t wait to see your pups.

xoxoxo
Thor

Moco said...

You are so well prepared for blessed event. We think you will have 6 beautiful puppies.

Joe Stains said...

There is a lot of stuff involved in having puppies, wow! I hope it is soon!!

Noah the Airedale said...

Good luck Amber Mae, we hope it all goes well. Gosh, soon your going to be a mama..woo hoo.

tailwags
Noah

Raising Addie said...

Hello Amber!!

You look just beautiful!!

Looks like your mom has everything under control so your pups come with no problems.

We just can't wait to see those pups!

Lots of Luv & Kisses
Addie and Lucie

Lorenza said...

Hi, Amber!
Just one more week?? OMD!
Looks like everything is ready for the big day!
5 puppies!
I will be thinking of you every day!
Take care
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza

Agatha and Archie said...

WOW did that come fast!!! We can not belive it!! We can't wait to see your little babies!!!!!!!ARchie is still on the first bootie.He says it is hard to knit with paws but he is still trying.... WE ARE SOOOOO EXCITED!!!!! Love A+A

Dino and Family said...

Whoa! Only one more week to go? That is really fast! I am guessing three lovely pups, two boys and a girl! Have a safe and smooth delivery, Amber! I will be thinking of you all week! Love, Dino

Terra said...

Ooh how exciting!!!!!!!! We are going to guess 7 puppies!!

Good luck!!
~ Jedi & Ahsoka ~

Lacy said...

w00f's, heehee me furgot what me guessed...me c's u iz all ready to go...hope it will b a ez time..

b safe,
~rocky~

Faya said...

Oh WHAT !!!! One week already ??? Wooohooo I start to stress. It is just fantastic. I can't wait...my Véronique loves to go to her friend who breeds Labrador. I don't know how much puppies you will have but I hope they will all be fine and healthy...
Kisses, Faya & Dyos

Suzuki said...

Im furry excited fur you Amber :) I think you will have 6 puppies.
Big licks to you
Suzuki
xxx

Anonymous said...

One week to go? I'll keep everything crossed fur you.
Gruffs from the Scruff

Dexter said...

You look pleasingly plump with your little baby Amber-Mae's inside of you. And your fur is super shiney. I think being a mommy is making you happy.

Slobbers,
Mango

*Sasha* said...

hello amber,

am so anxious to see ur dahlings!!! take care ya!

Mack said...

We didn't realize the big day was gonna be here so soon!

Girasol said...

You look so beautiful, so the is the big day?

Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley's Place said...

OMD, Amber...this is the most excitinest thing to ever happen!!! Your baby bumper is adorable...what a cool new fad...all of the girl dogs are gonna want one soonest!!!! And I love your Mah Crib...what a wonderful nursery...now Amber, you do realize that caring for the little buggers is going to be rather exhausting and that your coat may fall off??? You'll be a lot cooler then! If you need me to whip up a buncha smoothies to make the pups sleep a little longer in the mornin' let me know...

Love ya lots!!

We're predicting 9 puppies...4 girls and 5 boys!

Laciegirlie

bagel said...

hey just wanna wish Amber a wonderful delivery!!! May god bless Amber mum and pups :D

Emma said...

Hey you look gorgeous! I bet 7 pups, don't know why? Hmm maybe because there were 7 pups (my siblings) in my litter? We are 4 bitches and 3 dogs!

parlance said...

Good luck, Amber-Mae, this is a really exciting time and we're wishing you all the best. I think you're going to have five pups!

Kelli said...

Hi Amber!
This is so exciting! I can't wait to meet your sweet puppies! Paws crossed for a smooth labor and delivery!
:) Tibby

Suzuki said...

Hi Amber!
I thought I would stop by to let you know that if you are lookin' fur love you should stop by my blog as my brother Scooby has started a new "business". Come by and check it out.
Big licks to you
Suzuki
xxx

Wei Qian said...

How fast! (: I'm really excited, couldnt wait for the day to come.

Best regards
Vodka

Wei Qian said...

How fast! (: I'm really excited, couldnt wait for the day to come.

Best regards
Vodka

Autumn and Jasmine the Maltese said...

Amber!!! I miss u so much!! <3
Hope to see one of ur pup in the future...

I pray for the safe delivery and may u have a great and healty pups!

xoxo,
autumn

Stanislaw said...

That was so quick! We can't wait to see your MiniAmbers. You look like you're full of little babies!

We bet there will be 8 teeny little hungry beasts!

the many Bs said...

hi Amber, this is very exciting. we can't wait to see the little pupsters. you will probably feel a lot better too after they are born. it looks like your mom is well prepared and has everything set up and ready for your new little babies. it will be very soon now.

woofs.

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness, Amber - how exciting! I'm sure you will make a fantastic mother! How many puppies do Golden Retrievers normally have?

Can't wait to see them!
Slobbers,
Honey the Great Dane

Homer said...

We are soooo excited for you and we are soooo looking forward to the little puppies! Your stomach is huge! Are you going to have a puppy shower?

Love,
Homer

Bee Bee said...

Dear Amber-Mae

YAY!!!! FINALLY COMING SOON!!!! WISHING YOU A SMOOTH DELIVERY :D

Cheers
Bee Bee

Thoughts said...

Amber we are so excited and happy for you! Sounds like you and the hoomans are all ready for the sweet little babiehs!

We're thinking of you!

Wags,
Benson and Gibson

Simba and Jazzi said...

Hope you enjoyed your weekend.

Simba and Jazzi xxx

Jules said...

Good Luck!! We'll be thinking lots of positive thoughts for you.

Sniffs, Ike, Bug, and Julie

Helios said...

OOhh... this is all so exciting! I'm sure you're feeling hot now coz you have all the babies inside you and their body temperature is contributing to yours.

Comet said...

We initially guess you would have three pups, but with the size of your bump, we think we might have guessed too low! We hope you don't have more than 5, or you won't have enough bolsters for your pups.

Twinkle a.k.a Chicken Little said...

Wow, you are all ready Amber. We are expecting for those cutie healthy lil pup.

slurpy licks,
Twinkle

Huskee and Hershey said...

OMdoG... only one more week to go before we get to meet your babies!!
We'll be praying for a safe delivery for you and that all your pups will be healthy little ones!!

Kess And Her Mama said...

Have a safe delivery Amber. You look like you've got everything in order. Can't wait to meet yr pups! They would be as cute as their mum :-)

Behr Behr said...

How exciting!!! Looks like your mom has everything ready to help your little babies get the best start. Hope it's quick and easy for you.

Behr Behr :)

Princess Patches said...

Amber, it certainly looks like you are all ready for the big day! We think you will have 6 puppies! We can't wait to see them! We are keeping our paws crossed so everything goes well!

Aire-hugs,
Poppy, Penny & Patches

Fred said...

So exciting! You look booty-full and absolutely prepared for the big day!
I'm guessing five puppers!

Tee said...

Woooo! Exciting times! Looks like you're more than reading with all the stuffy for your new puppers. Good luck with birth! Can't wait to see yer puppers

Licks and Wags
Tuffy of Dog Woods

♥♥♥♥Team Husky♥♥♥♥ said...

Haroo Amber-Mae

We at Team Husky are a little worried that yur Mommy is going to cook yur puppies! In our experience with puppies, the heat they get off woo and each other will be plenty for them! Please make sure yur Momma doesn't cook yur little babies!!!

Team Husky