You're Only Born Once

Nursery Pics

2010-04-05T15:33:00.000-07:00

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!!!

2010-03-23T13:36:00.000-07:00

26 weeks

2010-03-07T19:22:00.000-08:00

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

2010-02-06T19:45:00.000-08:00

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

2010-01-25T17:39:00.000-08:00

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.

2010-01-14T20:46:00.000-08:00

17 Weeks

2010-01-05T18:19:00.000-08:00

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

15 Weeks

2009-12-20T21:07:00.000-08:00

How far along? 15 weeks 1 day

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

Maternity clothes? Nope, just making sure what I wear is comfortable, not wearing pants that are tight around the waist. My jeans, I still wear them, but I don't button them.

Stretch marks? No

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: Just enjoying the pregnancy

Movement: nope - I think I may have felt something the other day, but I'm not 100% sure it was the baby, hopefully will be feeling movement soon.

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: Going out of town this week for Christmas, etc

Weekly Wisdom: just relax - enjoy the pregnancy

Milestones: made it 15 weeks - everything is going great

Symptoms: None really, the tiredness is going away, just waiting for the belly to pop and movement to occur

14 Weeks

2009-12-14T17:47:00.000-08:00

How far along? 14 weeks 2 days

Total weight gain/loss: Per the OB's scale, I'm up 2 lbs, but they didn't have any of the 6lbs that I lost earlier; I'll have to check again later to see what our scale says

Maternity clothes? No, I did get 2 maternity camisoles; and I really like them, they are longer, which is exactly what I need.

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: Still tired

Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat on the doppler today - it's such a refreshing sound. (162bpm)

Movement: nope

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: Feeling the baby move

Weekly Wisdom: just relax - enjoy the pregnancy

Milestones: went to my 2nd OB appointment; also, I need to call and schedule the anatomy scan

Symptoms: Tiredness, headaches, weird belly issues (but I won't go into detail about those ;)

13 weeks

2009-12-09T18:57:00.000-08:00

How far along? 13 weeks 4 days

Total weight gain/loss: Still down 6 pounds from when I started weighing - at about week 5 or 6.

Maternity clothes? Nope, still in my normal clothes

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: Still tired

Best moment this week: Getting an email from my MIL saying that she was thinking about me, and the baby - it was really sweet.

Movement: nope

Food cravings/aversions: not really - but the other day I did finish off a little cup of salsa with a fork b/c I ran out of chips, and I couldn't let perfectly good salsa go to waste.

Belly Button in or out? In

What I miss: nothing

What I am looking forward to: Dr appointment on Monday

Weekly Wisdom: tell everyone face to face - it's great to see people's reactions when you tell them you are pregnant. I was in a mtg the other day, and we hadn't started yet, and were talking about Bigge.st Los.er. They were talking about how they will be starting it back up for our floor in Jan. I laughed and said something to the effect of I couldn't join them, a few knew what I meant, but one lady didn't know, and she asked 'why'. I just plainly said that I was pregnant - she nearly flipped out - it was great.

Milestones: getting out of that first trimester - only 2 more to go - but also knowing that the risk of miscarriage is very low at this point (even though it doesn't stop me from the occasional worry)

Symptoms: Tiredness, and eating random foods - like a little bit ago I had some pickled okra and bread & butter pickles.... what is it with pregnant women and pickles??? Seriously, if I wasn't pregnant I would have gone for the bag of chocolate bars sitting on the counter.

12 weeks

2009-11-29T17:02:00.000-08:00

I apparently missed last week - but rather than attempt to go back we'll just move forward :)

How far along? 12 weeks 1 day

Total weight gain/loss: Not sure - haven't weighed myself in a few days, and I did eat a bit of turkey, etc.

Maternity clothes? Nope, still in my normal clothes

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: Still tired - but it seems to be getting less

Best moment this week: On Friday I went with my mom and MIL to Babies R Us, it was really a lot of fun to look at all the baby stuff. I picked out a travel system that I want; and I have a better idea of what I want in a crib.

Movement: nope

Food cravings/aversions: none really

Belly Button in or out? In

What I miss: nothing

What I am looking forward to: Getting out of the first trimester next week - and the holidays in general

Weekly Wisdom: even though the holidays are a great time with family and friends; make sure and take the time to rest, and realize you limitations

Milestones: oh - the baby is now a fetus and not an embryo

Symptoms: Tiredness, getting full sooner

10 Weeks

2009-11-18T20:33:00.000-08:00

I'm a few days late with updating, but I wanted to wait until after my OB appointment that was on Tues.

How far along? 10 weeks 4 days

Total weight gain/loss: Down 3 pounds

Maternity clothes? Nope, still in my normal clothes

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: Still sleeping a lot, going to bed early, etc - hasn't been so bad.

Best moment this week: Getting another peek at the baby on Tues - I wasn't sure if they were going to do an U/S or not, but she pulled in the machine, it was great. They did an abdominal scan, so it wasn't nearly as clear as the other scans they did at the RE. We could see the baby, and the heart beating away - just didn't get very good pictures for the baby book, but that's ok :)

Movement: nope

Food cravings/aversions: not really - I'm back to eating some sweets, but not as much as I did before I got pregnant.

Belly Button in or out? In

What I miss: nothing

What I am looking forward to: Family visiting next week for Thanksgiving - we'll be busy getting ready, but we are looking forward to our parents coming to visit.

Weekly Wisdom: not sure...

Milestones: 10 weeks down - that means I am 1/4 of the way done.

Symptoms: Tiredness, loss of appetite (getting full sooner, and not wanting to eat as much as I used to, which is good for me)

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After the OB appointment they wanted to draw some blood - they took 9 vials from my hand, I noticed about 6 vials in that my hand was starting to form a nice bubble - it's still a bit swollen, and now I have a nice bruise on one of my knuckles.... Seriously getting blood drawn is always an adventure for me.

9 Weeks

2009-11-07T19:19:00.000-08:00

Today is the start of week 9 :)

How far along? 9 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: Basically the same - I think I have lost 3 pounds since the start of the pregnancy.

Maternity clothes? Nope, I have the bella band now, to maybe wear some pants I haven't been able to wear in awhile anyway.

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: Still sleeping a lot, going to bed early, etc - hasn't been so bad.

Best moment this week: Just really enjoying this pregnancy, and seeing how well the hubby cares for me. He decided not to go on a trip today in order to avoid getting sick; but he ended up getting sick anyway, but went to an urgent care clinic to make sure it wasn't the flu, only b/c I'm pregnant.

Movement: nope

Food cravings/aversions: no real changes - still not eating many sweets; and I'm not eating as much as I used to either - just trying to make sure I eat something every few hours

Belly Button in or out? In

What I miss: nothing

What I am looking forward to: Going to the OB/GYN on the 17th

Weekly Wisdom: Try to relax and enjoy the pregnancy - I've been lucky and haven't been sick - I'm trying to just enjoy this time

Milestones: Just making it one more week

Symptoms: Tiredness, loss of appetite (getting full sooner, and not wanting to eat as much as I used to, which is good for me)

Ultrasound at 8 weeks.

2009-11-02T14:30:00.000-08:00

We could see arm and leg buds, strong heartbeat and some movement.

Week 8

2009-10-31T18:02:00.000-07:00

Today is the start of week 8. :)

How far along? 8 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: My weight has basically stayed the same so far

Maternity clothes? Nope - but hubby did get me a bella band to wear in a few weeks.

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: Sleeping a lot - I go to bed early, and when I get on the bus to go to work I sleep some more. Then by mid-afternoon I need a nap again.

Best moment this week: Going to see my friend's new baby - he is soo cute.

Movement: nope

Food cravings/aversions: I haven't been wanting sweets very much; which is really odd for me. Plus, it's Halloween, and there is a ton of candy around.

Belly Button in or out? In

What I miss: seriously - I'm not missing much - I am really trying to enjoy this pregnancy

What I am looking forward to: My U/S on Monday afternoon

Weekly Wisdom: Try to relax and enjoy the pregnancy - I've been lucky and haven't been sick - I'm trying to just enjoy this time

Milestones: Just making it one more week

Symptoms: Tiredness, loss of appetite (getting full sooner, and not wanting to eat as much as I used to, which is good for me)

2009-10-24T17:29:00.000-07:00

You're Only Born Once

2009-10-21T11:48:00.000-07:00

Coming this summer.