How far along: 18 weeks
Baby Size: Sweet potato
Weight gain: Still no idea (I knew that I didn't want to get caught up in a number, so each time I've been to my doctor I've closed my eyes as I've gotten on the scale and just asked them if I'm right on track, or need to slow down or gain more. So far, I've been on track and that's all that matters! :)
Maternity clothes: Yup. No maternity tops but I'm still wearing my two favorite pairs of jeans I bought from Motherhood Maternity and a really comfy long maxi skirt I have. Funny enough, at work this week my non-maternity scrub bottoms finally got a bit too uncomfortable. I had my friend at work cut the seams with a scissors to let them out a bit. Gotta do what ya gotta do!
Stretch marks: None yet.
Sleep: Not terrible. I'm a lifelong stomach sleeper though, so it's been a bit of an adjustment... still using this Snoogle
Gender: We just found out today! We will be sharing the news with our families on Christmas morning and will be announcing the gender to everyone else shortly thereafter.
Movement: None yet.
Best moment this week: The ultrasound today was incredible. It was surreal to see our child and be able to pick out precious body parts like fingers, toes, legs, spine etc. It was reassuring to see that baby is doing alright in there and that everything appears on track and normal. And of course I bawled like a baby when we found out the gender. We both just could not be any more overjoyed than we are.
Looking forward to: Christmas Day!
Food cravings: Nothing specifically, but if I think of something that sounds good it's like I have to have it and now!
Anything making you queasy or sick: As I mentioned here, any rich or sugary drinks are still off the table
Labor Signs: Nope.
What I miss: Wine, a flat tummy, tough workouts
Symptoms: A new symptom that I just started experiencing in the last day or two- occasional/intermittent abdominal and lower back pains. ouch!
Nursery: Now that we know the gender I think the nursery is really going to start coming together! As I mentioned, we have our glider now and we have a dresser we are using for the bab, so next on our list is finding the perfect crib ;)
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Mood: Joyful
18 week baby bump!
Whew! I meant to post this update yesterday but it was been a long weekend here! I worked all weekend long, and then spent all day yesterday running around town doing Christmas shopping :) I got some great stuff, but will save that for another post.
I cannot believe that we are at 17 weeks as of yesterday. I am feeling better and getting bigger by the day...
How far along: 17 weeks
Baby Size: Pomegranate
Weight gain: Still no idea (I knew that I didn't want to get caught up in a number, so each time I've been to my doctor I've closed my eyes as I've gotten on the scale and just asked them if I'm right on track, or need to slow down or gain more. So far, I've been on track and that's all that matters! :)
Maternity clothes: Yup! Still living in my maternity jeans and have managed to hold off on buying an new maternity clothes so far. We'll see how much longer I can hold off before it becomes necessary!
Stretch marks: None yet.
Sleep: Not terrible. I'm a lifelong stomach sleeper though, so it's been a bit of an adjustment... still using this Snoogle
Gender: We will hopefully be finding out one week from today!!
Movement: None yet.
Best moment this week: We bought the first piece of furniture for baby's room and it was delivered this past Thursday. Zach got home from work and put the chair together right away. We both love it and joke that we will be using it, ya know (just to break it in!), all the way up until the baby gets here.
Looking forward to: Our ultrasound next week!!
Food cravings: Nothing specifically, but if I think of something that sounds good it's like I have to have it and now!
Anything making you queasy or sick: As I mentioned here, any rich or sugary drinks are still off the table
Labor Signs: Nope.
What I miss: Wine, a flat tummy, tough workouts
Symptoms: Heartburn
Nursery: We cleaned out the closet in the baby's room this past Thursday. Both Zach and I had random clothes, and shoes (and I had a ton of purses/bags!) that we kept it that closet that were overflow from our own. We moved some stuff back to our closet and made room there for it by filling up two huge bags of stuff that I dropped off at Good Will on Friday. Now that baby's closet is empty, we will be able to start filling it with his/her things as we accumulate it. As I mentioned, we have our glider now and we have a dresser we are using for Baby B, so next on our list is finding the perfect crib ;)
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Mood: Excited
I cannot believe that I have not updated this blog in literally years! I still love reading blogs, but time and just life in general sure has kept me from putting in the effort to put out any posts of my own.
This year there have been so many changes though, and I would love to start chronicling my life again. Newly married and expecting our first child.. there are going to be so many fun memories that I won't want to forget!
So here we go, my first ever Bumpdate:
How far along: 16 weeks
Baby Size: Avocado
Weight gain: Honestly, no idea. I knew that I didn't want to get caught up in a number, so each time I've been to my doctor I've closed my eyes as I've gotten on the scale and just asked them if I'm right on track, or need to slow down or gain more. So far, I've been on track and that's all that matters! :)
Maternity clothes: Yup! Not so much tops, but I officially own two pairs of maternity jeans that I pretty much live in when I'm not wearing my scrubs for work. This week I also had to shop for a few new bras in a size up.
Stretch marks: None yet.
Sleep: Eh, it's not terrible. I'm a lifelong stomach sleeper though, so it's been a bit of an adjustment. We bought a Snoogle from Bed, Bath,and Beyond that's helping a bit.
Gender: Unknown.
Movement: None yet.
Best moment this week: We had a dinner this past Saturday night at the 180 Room (a private room of Oklahoma Joe's that we rented out for the evening) to celebrate our getting married with our families and a few good friends. It was such a great time for both Zach and I, and so special to have so many people that we love all together! By far the highlight of our week.
Looking forward to: Finding out if Baby B is a boy or girl!! We have our ultrasound scheduled for Monday December 22nd.
Food cravings: Nothing specifically, but if I think of something that sounds good it's like I have to have it and now!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Sugary drinks. Definitely my biggest pregnancy adversion. I cannot stand the thought of drinking soda or juice. Yuck. I pretty much can only tolerate water. I was queasy/sick all the time from around week 6 until week 9 or so, but thankfully it's not so bad now and I only feel queasy every once in awhile.
Labor Signs: Nope.
What I miss: Wine, a flat tummy, tough workouts
Symptoms: Right now I'd say my biggest symptom is heartburn. No bueno.
Nursery: We bought a glider/rocker/recliner for our nursery that will be delivered this week. We already have a dresser we are using that is a family heirloom. Next on our list is finding the perfect crib ;)
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Mood: Anxious & excited for everything ahead!
Our first ultrasound! Seeing that there was, in fact, a baby inside of me and seeing the little beating heart was the coolest thing.
Our pregnancy announcement photo
Getting ready to head out for my 3rd OB appt at 14 weeks
Hoping to get better at taking pictures to add to each entry ;) We are so excited for the next chapter in our lives and I hope to document this whole journey here!
