How Far Along: 20 weeks
Total Weight Gain: minus 4 lbs
Baby Size: Cantaloupe (Average size: 6.5 in, 10.6 oz.)
Maternity Clothes: I've been wearing a lot of elastic waist skirts and enjoying summertime!
Gender: We know!! We'll tell you soon :) We are very happy :)
Movement: I felt a lot of little kicks this week! My dr said my placenta is attached in the front, and that is probably why I haven't been feeling much of the softer "bubble" kicks. But baby is kicking good this week :) Neil even got to feel a kick! We finally got the timing right. He said "ooo - the baby kicked me!"
Sleep: I sleep good - especially when the humidifyer is going :) I've started having to get up at night to go to the bathroom - but really I'm shocked I've made it this long being able to sleep through the night!
What I miss: I think I'm going to take this section out (unless I actually miss something). I am just so happy to be healthy and feeling good - I am really enjoying being pregnant!!
Cravings: Neil took me to Pickleman's after our Dr's appointment and I got the best BLT with cheese! Sooo good! I have been craving sandwiches all summer!
Other crazy symptoms: I've started noticing that its harder to bend over!
Best Moments this week: Getting to see our sweet baby's face and finding out that they are growing strong and so healthy! The baby measured about 11oz and is perfect in every way :) Neil and I have been oogling over the ultrasound photos. Its incredible that such a wonderful little person is growing inside me!
Oh Yeah: I did take some belly pictures last week, but they are on Neil's computer and I am in OKC right now and he is in NM so I can't put it on here yet. I'll update it soon!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Thursday, June 14, 2012
19 Week Bumpdate
How Far Along: 19 weeks
Total Weight Gain: minus 5 lbs - somehow I thought I had gained 5 pounds since last week! That's a lot to gain in one week, so I was a little relieved to find out I've only gained 2 - that's better, slow and steady.
Baby Size: Mango (about 6 in, 8.5 oz.) - haha this reminds me of when I was so sick, and Neil's cousin told him that she basically lived on mangoes while she was pregnant because they were the only thing that sounded good to her. Now, Neil hates mangoes, but I love them, so he sacrificed and bought one for me. I guess (since he hates them) he had never peeled one before, so he was unaware of the huge seed inside (is that a seed? or a pit? anyway its huge). So he went to peeling it and it got all slippery and shot off the counter. Luckily he caught it with his body, getting mango all over his shirt. The next time he wasn't so lucky. He hit the seed and the mango ended up skittering across the floor. He washed it off and wiped up the floor, but must have missed some - that he ended up stepping in! By the time he brought me the mango, he was covered in it - on his shirt, on his foot and in his hair!
Maternity Clothes: I bought my first pair of maternity jeans this week! They just arrived today and I'm excited to try them out. I also found another pair of old jeans that still fit. I need to do a closet inventory once I'm leaving the house more often, because its becoming slightly frustrating to find clothes that still fit and look good.
Movement: I felt a ton of movement this week. I was pretty sick on Wednesday and spent the day on the couch. This provided me with a lot of down time to focus on my stomach. I don't know if I just didn't notice the little butterfly/bubbles stage or what, but this is like the baby is doing a BIG stretch and all of a sudden there is a lot of pressure on my stomach, usually on one side or the other, like the baby is just puuuushing out. Its usually pretty slow, not a fast kick. I think Neil could have felt it if he was in the right place at the right time.
Other crazy symptoms: I can't sit down without saying "ooohhh" :) And my tail bone seems sensitive, I have to be careful sitting too long, or else sit on a cushion.
Best Moments this week: Neil took me on a date on Friday! We celebrated my birthday (finally). He got me some pearl earrings, a Catherine Marshall book titled "Julie", and a gift certificate to take a painting class with a Bob Ross certified instructor! So exciting! We also went to see the Avengers and he got me a big bucket of popcorn :)
I went to church again Sunday, and also to our ice cream social Sunday night "I Sing, You Sing, We All Sing for Ice Cream!". It was so much fun! A beautiful summer evening. I love being around my church family again. Everyone is so excited about the baby and is super encouraging.
Oh Yeah: The belly bump is finally showing so I think I will start posting pictures next week :)
Total Weight Gain: minus 5 lbs - somehow I thought I had gained 5 pounds since last week! That's a lot to gain in one week, so I was a little relieved to find out I've only gained 2 - that's better, slow and steady.
Baby Size: Mango (about 6 in, 8.5 oz.) - haha this reminds me of when I was so sick, and Neil's cousin told him that she basically lived on mangoes while she was pregnant because they were the only thing that sounded good to her. Now, Neil hates mangoes, but I love them, so he sacrificed and bought one for me. I guess (since he hates them) he had never peeled one before, so he was unaware of the huge seed inside (is that a seed? or a pit? anyway its huge). So he went to peeling it and it got all slippery and shot off the counter. Luckily he caught it with his body, getting mango all over his shirt. The next time he wasn't so lucky. He hit the seed and the mango ended up skittering across the floor. He washed it off and wiped up the floor, but must have missed some - that he ended up stepping in! By the time he brought me the mango, he was covered in it - on his shirt, on his foot and in his hair!
Maternity Clothes: I bought my first pair of maternity jeans this week! They just arrived today and I'm excited to try them out. I also found another pair of old jeans that still fit. I need to do a closet inventory once I'm leaving the house more often, because its becoming slightly frustrating to find clothes that still fit and look good.
Gender: Still thinking boy, deep down in my gut. But I have started referring to the baby as "her" to counteract the boy bias-ness.
Movement: I felt a ton of movement this week. I was pretty sick on Wednesday and spent the day on the couch. This provided me with a lot of down time to focus on my stomach. I don't know if I just didn't notice the little butterfly/bubbles stage or what, but this is like the baby is doing a BIG stretch and all of a sudden there is a lot of pressure on my stomach, usually on one side or the other, like the baby is just puuuushing out. Its usually pretty slow, not a fast kick. I think Neil could have felt it if he was in the right place at the right time.
Sleep: Still sleeping pretty good! I'm shocked at how many pillows it takes to properly prop up my whole body!
What I miss: I miss Neil. When I was sick, he worked from home at least half the day, and sometimes the whole day! It was glorious! He was usually in the other room, but I could yell to him "I love you!" and he would holler back :) And he would bring me drinks and snacks and give me sweet pats. Its just nice having another person in the house. Right now is kinda a busy season for him and he works late, has lots of night meetings and usually works on the weekend too. But he always makes sure to text me or call me or send me sweetie emails. Baby and I are so lucky to have him!
Cravings: I can't seem to get enough milk lately. I usually like to start the day with Ovaltine and end up drinking a couple more glasses of plain milk with meals and with my ice cream ;) And I always crave ice cream.
Best Moments this week: Neil took me on a date on Friday! We celebrated my birthday (finally). He got me some pearl earrings, a Catherine Marshall book titled "Julie", and a gift certificate to take a painting class with a Bob Ross certified instructor! So exciting! We also went to see the Avengers and he got me a big bucket of popcorn :)
I went to church again Sunday, and also to our ice cream social Sunday night "I Sing, You Sing, We All Sing for Ice Cream!". It was so much fun! A beautiful summer evening. I love being around my church family again. Everyone is so excited about the baby and is super encouraging.
Oh Yeah: The belly bump is finally showing so I think I will start posting pictures next week :)
Thursday, June 7, 2012
18 Week Bumpdate
How Far Along: 18 weeks
Total Weight Gain: minus 7 lbs
Baby Size: Sweet Potato (about 5.6 in, 6.7 oz.)
Maternity Clothes: I modified one pair of jeans with a ponytail holder, but my shirts are still fitting fine
Movement: I think I felt something this week!!! I was sitting at work with Tara and all of a sudden a little ripple ran across my belly! I stood up real fast and said - I felt the baby move! I was trying to explain the feeling to Neil later, so I put my cheek against his arm, then licked inside my cheek with my tongue.
Other crazy symptoms: I've been feeling really tight in my belly, like I'm running out of room. It not really a skin thing, I wonder if my muscles are about maxed out at their normal range and will begin to stretch more now.
Best Moments this week:My sweet neice McKenna Piper was born on Tuesday! I CAN NOT WAIT to go see her and kiss her sweet face :)
I had a fun shopping day with Nicole on Monday. We went to Hobby Lobby and at the best lunch at McAllister's. Then we came back home and crafted. Thanks Nicole for such a fun girl day :)
I went back to work this week - one day in the office, then working the rest from home. I am so blessed to have such a great company to work for. They have worked so hard to accommodate me in every way and I'm looking forward to this new role :)
Total Weight Gain: minus 7 lbs
Baby Size: Sweet Potato (about 5.6 in, 6.7 oz.)
Maternity Clothes: I modified one pair of jeans with a ponytail holder, but my shirts are still fitting fine
Gender: Getting more and more excited to know the gender! Only a couple more weeks!
Movement: I think I felt something this week!!! I was sitting at work with Tara and all of a sudden a little ripple ran across my belly! I stood up real fast and said - I felt the baby move! I was trying to explain the feeling to Neil later, so I put my cheek against his arm, then licked inside my cheek with my tongue.
Sleep: I'm sleeping good! I can't remember needing to get up during the night to go to the bathroom - really the whole time I've been pregnant (except maybe when I was so sick). That's quite a blessing, but I'm sure it will change before long!
What I miss: I'm still on cloud 9, and I'm not missing a whole lot! I am really enjoying being pregnant, and comment on it quite often (usually while patting my belly) to Neil or just to myself. I sure miss my family, but we will be going down for an extended visit in just a few weeks!
Cravings: Grape Fruit Bars by Edy's. I was eating like 2 a day, and now we ran out, so I am anxiously awaiting getting more :)
Best Moments this week:My sweet neice McKenna Piper was born on Tuesday! I CAN NOT WAIT to go see her and kiss her sweet face :)
I had a fun shopping day with Nicole on Monday. We went to Hobby Lobby and at the best lunch at McAllister's. Then we came back home and crafted. Thanks Nicole for such a fun girl day :)
I went back to work this week - one day in the office, then working the rest from home. I am so blessed to have such a great company to work for. They have worked so hard to accommodate me in every way and I'm looking forward to this new role :)
Thursday, May 31, 2012
17 Week Bumpdate
How Far Along: 17 weeks
Total Weight Gain: minus 10 lbs
Baby Size: Onion (about 5.1 inches, 5.9 oz.)
Maternity Clothes: I've been out of the house! I wore a comfy skirt, a high waisted dress and even found a pair of shorts that still fit great!
Best Moments this week: Another great week!
- I went to church on Sunday - it was incredible to get to see so many people, and my dress showed of my little baby bump too :)
- We made a brief trip to the mall and Target. I got some maternity panties (thanks Mother in Law!)
- I finished my quilt (pictures to come soon)
- I started cleaning the office
- Justin and Kimberly came to spend the night. It was a last minute plan, but we had a great time anyway! We got Cheddar's to go and Andy's. We sat on the porch on a beautiful summer night and played some fun games! I hope we can still be somewhat spontaneous after the baby comes :)
Total Weight Gain: minus 10 lbs
Baby Size: Onion (about 5.1 inches, 5.9 oz.)
Maternity Clothes: I've been out of the house! I wore a comfy skirt, a high waisted dress and even found a pair of shorts that still fit great!
Gender: Had some weird dreams this week. In one of them Rick (our pastor) said that he could read ultrasound photos and we were having twins! A boy and a girl! I woke up thinking it was real, then went back to sleep and dreamed that same night that we were having just one baby and it was a girl.
Movement: Not yet, but could be any time now!
Movement: Not yet, but could be any time now!
Sleep: I'm still having side sleeping woes. My hips are aggravating me. But I'm sleeping plenty, just waking up frequently.
What I miss: I don't miss much of anything right now! I'm feeling better than I have in months and I'm able to do things too! I'm even happy to be gaining weight and getting a belly :)
Cravings: I still want ice cream morning noon and night - but that isn't really any different than any other non pregnant day - haha
Other crazy symptoms: Maybe nesting? Is it time for that yet? I have this overwhelming desire to organize and get rid of stuff...Best Moments this week: Another great week!
- I went to church on Sunday - it was incredible to get to see so many people, and my dress showed of my little baby bump too :)
- We made a brief trip to the mall and Target. I got some maternity panties (thanks Mother in Law!)
- I finished my quilt (pictures to come soon)
- I started cleaning the office
- Justin and Kimberly came to spend the night. It was a last minute plan, but we had a great time anyway! We got Cheddar's to go and Andy's. We sat on the porch on a beautiful summer night and played some fun games! I hope we can still be somewhat spontaneous after the baby comes :)
Thursday, May 24, 2012
16 Week Bumpdate
How Far Along: 16 weeks
Total Weight Gain: minus 12 lbs. I was a little concerned that I'm not gaining weight yet, but my Dr said the baby is growing just fine and right on track. He said I would probably start gaining weight soon.
Other crazy symptoms: I've been having quite a bit of lower abdomen cramping as things stretch out and get bigger.
Oh yeah: I've officially got "the baby brain". I triple checked my appointment card for my doctor's visit yesterday and it clearly read 2:40. It was even posted right on the fridge so I couldn't miss it. I started getting ready real early because I didn't want to be late. Then, about 1:50 I saw a different reminder card in our room. It read "5-23-12, 1:00". I read it again. Then again. I counted up the months and sure enough 5=May. Then I thought, why do I have two reminder cards for May? I raced to the kitchen to check the other card and as I did I heard my cell phone chirping that I've missed a call. My heart sank. Sure enough, when I get to the kitchen the reminder on the fridge is for April. Boooo. If we had to reschedule this appointment then it would push back our much anticipated ultrasound visit next time as well.
We quickly called the doctor's office and they were very kind and understanding and they said, come on in, we will squeeze you in anyway! Whoohooo!
Best Moments this week: Oh my gracious - soo many good moments this week
- Amanda and Kimberly came by for a visit - and brought Andy's custard!
- Neil took me for a (short) walk in the neighborhood (branching out from our loops around the backyard!)
- I painted my nails
- I fixed my hair and did my make up and wore a skirt to my dr's apt!! Neil said I looked so good, the dr probably wouldn't give me a new prescription for my medicine - haha
- Hearing the baby's heart beat again :) still in the 150's. The baby was moving around a lot this time and the nurse had to work to keep up with the heart beat!
- Neil put out three bird feeders for me to watch the happy activity in the back yard! We have so many pretty birds here, bright yellow finches, happy rosy robins, little hopping sparrows, cooing doves and every once in a while a hint of a red cardinal!
- I've been working on getting ready for our "gender reveal extravaganza!" Since we didn't get to announce our pregnancy in the fun way I wanted, we are trying to do some fun things for the gender reveal. We are hoping to send a special surprise in the mail to Neil's parents and grandparents, run down to OKC and have a little party, then have a party/hangout/summer dinner here in Springfield with our friends. Watermelon may or may not be involved.
All this "It's a Boy/It's a Girl" planning has me and Neil quoting this old commercial:
Total Weight Gain: minus 12 lbs. I was a little concerned that I'm not gaining weight yet, but my Dr said the baby is growing just fine and right on track. He said I would probably start gaining weight soon.
Baby Size: Avocado
Maternity Clothes: Just one pair of pants. I would probably need a couple more if I was getting out of the house much.
Maternity Clothes: Just one pair of pants. I would probably need a couple more if I was getting out of the house much.
Gender: Still thinking boy!
Movement: Not yet, but could be any time now!
Movement: Not yet, but could be any time now!
Sleep: Sleeping is still going good. I have been trying to sleep on my side all along, because I have just heard that it is better. But I was reading this week that if you aren't already sleeping on your side, week 16 is the turning point to end the back sleeping. Back sleeping puts extra pressure on the blood supply going to the baby, and can deprive them of nutrients, endangering the baby's well-being! Woah! So of course ever since then I've been extra cautious about it, and now I can't get comfortable on my side and only want to lay on my back - which causes a lot of tossing and turning.
What I miss: Jumping up and doing whatever I want. After my doctor appointment yesterday Neil and I made a quick trip to walmart. No big deal right? Wrong. In the last three months I have made exactly 3 trips out of the house that weren't doctor related. Two trips to church, and one to buy a dresser for the baby off craig's list (I must have been having a really good day). This was my first trip out of the house all month, and my first time to go to walmart since March. I started out strong - it felt so good to be back in the real world! We even walked through the baby section and I almost teared up! My first time seeing all those sweety tiny baby things and actually having a need for them!
After shopping for a bit longer, I had to ask Neil to walk slower, and slower... my legs just didn't want to work. I was tempted to sit in the cart! Finally Neil started dashing down the aisles to grab our stuff, leaving me at the end so we could hurry up our shopping and get out of there! After we got home I just stayed on the couch all night, and today my legs and feet are sore. Who knew walmart was such a workout!?
Cravings: Minestrone soup - I've been eating that quite a bit. Sometimes with a grilled cheese! I hope I will start wanting fresh vegetables again soon because I really enjoy crisp salads in the summer time!
Other crazy symptoms: I've been having quite a bit of lower abdomen cramping as things stretch out and get bigger.
Oh yeah: I've officially got "the baby brain". I triple checked my appointment card for my doctor's visit yesterday and it clearly read 2:40. It was even posted right on the fridge so I couldn't miss it. I started getting ready real early because I didn't want to be late. Then, about 1:50 I saw a different reminder card in our room. It read "5-23-12, 1:00". I read it again. Then again. I counted up the months and sure enough 5=May. Then I thought, why do I have two reminder cards for May? I raced to the kitchen to check the other card and as I did I heard my cell phone chirping that I've missed a call. My heart sank. Sure enough, when I get to the kitchen the reminder on the fridge is for April. Boooo. If we had to reschedule this appointment then it would push back our much anticipated ultrasound visit next time as well.
We quickly called the doctor's office and they were very kind and understanding and they said, come on in, we will squeeze you in anyway! Whoohooo!
Best Moments this week: Oh my gracious - soo many good moments this week
- Amanda and Kimberly came by for a visit - and brought Andy's custard!
- Neil took me for a (short) walk in the neighborhood (branching out from our loops around the backyard!)
- I painted my nails
- I fixed my hair and did my make up and wore a skirt to my dr's apt!! Neil said I looked so good, the dr probably wouldn't give me a new prescription for my medicine - haha
- Hearing the baby's heart beat again :) still in the 150's. The baby was moving around a lot this time and the nurse had to work to keep up with the heart beat!
- Neil put out three bird feeders for me to watch the happy activity in the back yard! We have so many pretty birds here, bright yellow finches, happy rosy robins, little hopping sparrows, cooing doves and every once in a while a hint of a red cardinal!
- I've been working on getting ready for our "gender reveal extravaganza!" Since we didn't get to announce our pregnancy in the fun way I wanted, we are trying to do some fun things for the gender reveal. We are hoping to send a special surprise in the mail to Neil's parents and grandparents, run down to OKC and have a little party, then have a party/hangout/summer dinner here in Springfield with our friends. Watermelon may or may not be involved.
All this "It's a Boy/It's a Girl" planning has me and Neil quoting this old commercial:
Thursday, May 17, 2012
15 Week Bumpdate
How Far Along: 15 weeks
Total Weight Gain: minus 14 lbs
Other crazy symptoms: Lots of headaches. I think they stem from clenching my jaw unconsciously. I also think its crazy that I usually wake up feeling good and spend most of the day feeling ok - its the evenings that give me trouble. I guess I have evening sickness. And there are days of all day sickness. But those are starting to thin out I think!
Best Moments this week: Celebrating Mother's Day! I'll tell you a secret, Neil bought me a Mother's Day present last year! Just because he is a sweetie. It was a bird feeder. Some people may not think you should celebrate mother's day until the baby is actually here, but Neil has always been in the habit of spoiling me. And this year he said I am already doing hard work making this baby. He got me a luxurious body pillow - something I've been wanting :) and some hanging baskets for me to enjoy through the window while I am couch bound. Neil's parents sent me a Target gift card (maternity clothes here I come!). I also got some beautiful flowers from my sweet friend Nicole and Amanda brought us dinner! I have the best family and friends!
Total Weight Gain: minus 14 lbs
Baby Size: Apple
Maternity Clothes: Not so much. I have convinced myself I am getting a little belly though.
Maternity Clothes: Not so much. I have convinced myself I am getting a little belly though.
Gender: I still think we are having a boy, but I can't stop thinking about ruffles and bow and little girl toes!
Movement: Not yet!
Movement: Not yet!
Sleep: I sleep great!
What I miss: Eating whatever is in front of me. I never considered myself a picky/finicky eater. But now-a-days it seems like only one thing sounds good and I rarely know what it is. I just know I'm hungry. Which lets me and Neil play a fun (not) little guessing game.
Cravings: I've been eating ice cream everyday. And raisin bread.
Other crazy symptoms: Lots of headaches. I think they stem from clenching my jaw unconsciously. I also think its crazy that I usually wake up feeling good and spend most of the day feeling ok - its the evenings that give me trouble. I guess I have evening sickness. And there are days of all day sickness. But those are starting to thin out I think!
Best Moments this week: Celebrating Mother's Day! I'll tell you a secret, Neil bought me a Mother's Day present last year! Just because he is a sweetie. It was a bird feeder. Some people may not think you should celebrate mother's day until the baby is actually here, but Neil has always been in the habit of spoiling me. And this year he said I am already doing hard work making this baby. He got me a luxurious body pillow - something I've been wanting :) and some hanging baskets for me to enjoy through the window while I am couch bound. Neil's parents sent me a Target gift card (maternity clothes here I come!). I also got some beautiful flowers from my sweet friend Nicole and Amanda brought us dinner! I have the best family and friends!
Monday, May 14, 2012
Not Exactly the Bee's Knees
Neil headed outside this morning to put the mail in the mailbox, and came hurrying back inside walking all stiffly and acting like he had gotten ice water poured down his back! I asked him what was wrong, and he said "there are bees out there!" Neil hates flying things that sting, so I thought he was probably just being a little dramatic. He insisted that there was a swarm in our tree. I looked out the front window and couldn't see anything but our normal green maple. I decided he must be seeing a bunch of dead leaves or something and deciding it was a hive. He said, "no - go outside".
Wowza. That is all I have to say. Gives me the heebie jeebies!
Neil snapped these shots and we ran inside to decide what to do. I've been hearing so much about how bees are becoming endangered and how we need the bees for pollination and gardens and produce, so I hated to just call an exterminator. We googled "Bee swarm removal" and found a great little website, Bees-on-the-net. The listed several bee keepers/removers in our area and we found one through the Ozarks Honey Company that said they will remove swarms fast, friendly and free! Can't beat that! We emailed them this morning with pictures and hope to be bee free very soon!
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