Nursery Pics

You can check either Bryan or my facebook to see all of them; but here are a few of the final product pictures.

We'll get the furniture up in 2 weeks - when my parents come visit for my baby shower.

Cannot WAIT!!!

26 weeks

Ok - I'm seriously way behind - but I"m going to try to catch up on what's been going on the past month or so...

How far along? 26 weeks 1 day

Total weight gain/loss: I got about 8 pounds down from my pre-pregnancy weight; but I seem to have gained back about a pound or so in the past couple of weeks.

Maternity clothes? Everything is maternity - I'm really getting a belly now - even though I haven't gained weight.

Stretch marks? Yes - I have a few little ones on my belly - I know in time they'll just blend in with the ones that I already have

Sleep: I'm generally sleeping pretty good - I have a belly pillow that's really helping, I need to start using one between my legs, but I'm not really even waking up at night to pee.

Best moment this week: Earlier today Bryan felt the baby move again - it's been really fun for him.

Movement: Definitely - the baby is definitely moving a lot; and has really picked up on movement in the past couple of days. Initially I didn't understand what ladies said when the baby movements would cause me to feel sick to my stomach; but it definitely happened yesterday.

Food cravings/aversions: none

Belly Button in or out? In - but flattening out

What I miss: nothing

What I am looking forward to: I'm going to the Dr on Thursday - which will also include my glucose test.

Weekly Wisdom: get rest anytime you can - it is definitely needed

Milestones: almost made it to the 3rd trimester

Symptoms: I'm starting to get that linea negra (however that is spelled). I didn't notice it until last night.

We also started our registries at Target and Babies R Us this week - it was a lot of fun, but totally wore me out walking up and down all the aisles in the store.

22 Weeks

Things are going well - busy at work; but no overtime anymore. I have an appointment on Monday; expecting everything to go well, no issues lately. I'll have Bryan take a belly pic tomorrow - I'll post my picture from 20 weeks; and 22 tomorrow or Monday.

We are considering using the crib I had as a baby for this baby - I need to do some research about drop sides; but I think everything will be fine with it.

We are going to be busy this next week with church, etc. Plus we are having a garage sale in a couple of weeks; so we need to price everything and get it all together.

The baby is definitely kicking a lot more; really enjoyable - can't wait until Bryan can feel it. I'm afraid it'll still be a few more weeks, but he's looking forward to it. Oh, and we'll need to register for baby gear soon - as my baby shower will be coming up.

Update - 20 weeks

Rather than going thru the survey I'll just do an update tonight; as I have gotten quite a bit behind as of late.

Two weeks ago I had my U/S - Bryan came with; and we really enjoyed it. We got to see the babe move around quite a bit; and baby is growing great - everything is fine. They did say that the placenta is laying low; so I will get to have another U/S around 32 weeks to make sure that it has moved up and is out of the way.

The week that followed was extremely crazy. I was able to stay home on Wednesday b/c I was not feeling good; then on Thursday I worked until nearly midnight - worked late on Friday, I also had to go up to the office on Saturday; and worked at home some on Sunday. I started spotting some at work on Saturday and it freaked me out; the Dr on call said not to worry too much, just keep my feet up and relax for the weekend. I decided to go to the Dr on Monday and see what she thought; I also wanted to talk about the stress that work has induced. She was able to reduce my work hours; but not put me on bedrest which actually works better; b/c if I was on bedrest for a week or so, and then had to return to work at the same schedule as before it would be a cycle that would continue to repeat itself. So, I am on 1/2 days for two weeks, and then I'll return to a more full schedule, but no overtime.

After working 1/2 days for a week I feel 10000% better!!!

As for the baby - I'm starting to feel the baby kick; and everytime it does I just smile, this is soo enjoyable knowing that a life is growing inside me.

I'm pretty much solely wearing maternity clothes, I can wear some clothes that are normal, but after sitting at a desk for awhile it puts too much pressure on my belly. My weight has basically stayed the same, I haven't gained any weight; am still down about 8 pounds from the start of my pregnancy.

I am thrilled that I've made it thru the first half of my pregnancy; I am excited to see what the next 20 weeks holds.

17 Weeks

Getting out of the habit of blogging is too easy. We were out of town for the holidays and I missed a week. Anyway, are home now, and getting back to work, etc.

How far along? 17 weeks 3 days

Total weight gain/loss: Still down 6 lbs from pre-pregnancy weight,.

Maternity clothes? Some, I got some maternity clothes for Christmas; it was a great gift. I got some maternity jeans, and I wore them some over the trip. I haven't worn the pants to work yet; but I think it's coming. I can technically fit in my normal clothes; but it's just getting uncomfortable around my belly.

Stretch marks? No - not sure if I would notice if I got any new ones anyway - but I'll keep y'all updated :)

Sleep: Sleeping very well, get up about once at night to go to the bathroom, but no real change in my sleeping habits.

Best moment this week: I think I felt the baby move earlier today. I'm not sure yet - but I think maybe...

Movement: maybe but...not sure

Food cravings/aversions: not really - still loving that salsa

Belly Button in or out? In

What I miss: nothing

What I am looking forward to: My appointment next Monday - which also includes my U/S. Plus, I'm going to meet a friend for lunch that I haven't seen in several years, I'm really excited about that as well.

Weekly Wisdom: just relax - enjoy the pregnancy

Milestones: made it 17 weeks - I'm doing wonderfully... it's great :)

Symptoms: None really, I'm doing well, feeling great - it's pretty amazing actually