Week 7

Exhaustion and nausea seem to be competing against each other this week for who wants to be the dominant symptom.  I'm pretty sure you can tell who's winning from the bags under my eyes in my weekly photo.  Thank goodness for more hands on deck during Christmas so I could sneak in some extra rest.  

On a positive note... I got to see baby's heartbeat this week and see my little jelly bean in there!  This was the best Christmas gift I could ask for.  All is well with this little one and I am getting super excited for our family of four.  My official due date is August 9th and I am so excited that next year our Christmas will be even more special.  It took a few weeks to sink in, but I think I'm even more excited for this pregnancy and baby than last time because I know just how special this time is and how quickly it goes.  

How far along? 7 weeks

Maternity clothes? Sometimes.  Most of my clothes still fit, but I prefer to be comfy so I've been rocking those sweet maternity band jeans. 

Stretch marks? Nope

Sleep: I've been getting some solid zzz's in. 

Best moment this week: Seeing the heartbeat <3 

Miss Anything? My appetite. 

Movement: No

Food cravings: Nothing - which is a bummer. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Everything-- thank goodness for Coke. 

Gender: I'm leaning towards girl... 

Labor Signs: Nada

Symptoms: Vivid dreams, so tired, wanting to vomit, and randomly sore boobs. 

Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or Moody most of the time: Ask Mike. 

Looking forward to: The second trimester. 

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Week 6

Another long and busy week for this growing babe.  Week 6 started with my first doctor's appointment, which was 3 hours long and filled with needles and a too early ultrasound where no heartbeat was detected.  Hearing that was worrisome, but my doctor reassured me that I had been scheduled too early and everything else was on track.  Also, after the ridiculous amount of nausea I've felt this week, I'm pretty sure this little bean is growing.  I'll be going back next week for another ultrasound and am looking forward to hearing baby's little heartbeat. 

Fast-forward to the weekend, which we spent in Tennessee with my parents.  Harrison rocked his "coolest brother" tee on the plane and surprised my parents with an early Christmas gift- grand baby #2!  We also told Mike's parents this weekend and it feels so nice to have our families know.  I spent most of the weekend on the couch, but it was nice to get away and spend quality time with the fam.

How far along? 6 weeks

Maternity clothes? Anything tight is just plain uncomfortable, and I'm not ashamed of maternity pants or leggings, so those are quickly becoming part of my daily wardrobe.  

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: I wish- with a new job and a toddler naps are pretty impossible and even though I'm pooped, staying asleep at night is a rarity.  

Best moment this week: Sharing the news with the grandparents :)

Miss Anything? I miss wine and beer, but then nausea hits and it's the last thing I want.  I also miss energy.   

Movement: Nada

Food cravings: Eating is hard, which sucks coming from an entry level foodie, but nothing looks or sounds good at the moment.  I've lost two pounds and although I would normally be stoked about it, I know this little one needs the calories, so I'm force feeding myself oatmeal, bagels, and toast.  

Anything making you queasy or sick: Everything.  I threw up once this week... good times.

Gender: Is it February yet?!  

Labor Signs: No

Symptoms: Not sure if I've mentioned this, but I'm extrememly nauseous and tired.  All. day. long. 

Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or Moody most of the time: Both

Looking forward to: Next week's ultrasound! 

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Week 5

This week has been a long and busy one.  Pregnancy was a lot easier without a toddler around, although I have to give props to Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas and all of the snacks in the world for keeping Harrison busy while I use stuffed animals as pillows in the playroom and try not to throw up.  I'm not sure if I've forgotten how I felt last time around or if this is worse than before, but I am already ready for the second trimester!  The news has settled in and we are over the moon excited for our growing family, but impatient me is ready for a gender scan and a bump.

How far along? 5 weeks

Maternity clothes? I did put a pair on this week...the bloat is real.

Stretch marks? No

Sleep: I'm SO tired, but falling asleep has been a struggle. 

Best moment this week: Letting the realness of the pregnancy sink in.    

Miss Anything? Fully caffeinated beverages and feeling not nauseous.  

Movement: Nada

Food cravings: Nothing yet- most food is a turn off at the moment.

Anything making you queasy or sick: The smell of pizza in our fridge, yuck. 

Gender: Human

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: Nausea, all day every day, bloating hardcore, cramping, and exhaustion.  

Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or Moody most of the time: Moody.  So very moody.

Looking forward to: Telling our parents next week and hopefully feeling better! 

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Week 4

Week 4

Here we go again- baby number two is on the way!  We are excited, scared, shocked, and thrilled... it feels the same yet very different this time around.  I am so happy to experience pregnancy again and watch our family grow, but a part of me is feeling anxious and worried.  That's normal, right?

I found out I was pregnant on November 27th while we were in Key Largo with Mike's parents for Thanksgiving.  We had started trying that month and although I know where babies come from, I thought it would take some time, so I was freely enjoying champagne, boat drinks, and seafood until I woke up that Sunday morning.  My boobs felt heavy and I was slightly nauseous.  I went about my day and felt pretty lightheaded, but I figured once I ate I would feel better.  Nope.  I had about a million pregnancy tests at home, seven hours away, under my bathroom sink that I of course did not bring with me, so I had Mike stop and grab me a test, although in typical male fashion he wanted to wait until we got home.  Not a chance.

I ran to the bathroom, peed on a stick, set a timer, and in less than two minutes there it was- a very faint line, but a line nonetheless.  Mike came in the room to check on me and I handed him the test.  He looked at it and didn't see the line, even though I pointed it out to him, he wasn't a believer yet.  The next morning, I got up at 5:30 and there it was, but darker this time.  He started to believe and I think he was in more shock than I was. After four (I've taken a total of six) tests he was ready to celebrate.  I had been planning a super cute reveal for him  for whenever baby number two came along, and although it did not go as planned, it was pretty fun to see him go from disbelief to excitement right along with me.

How far along? 4 weeks

Maternity clothes? Not yet, although I'm already feeling bloated so I might be popping those bad boys out of the closet sooner rather than later.   

Stretch marks? No.

Sleep: No problems there except for the 1am toddler wake up calls. 

Best moment(s) this week: Finding out about baby #2!

Miss Anything? Not yet.  I actually didn't miss wine this week, let's see what I say about that next week.   

Movement: This donut sprinkle is too tiny for that.  

Food cravings: Not yet.  I'm hoping I'm not obsessed with sweets this time around to avoid the extra calories... and let's see what I say about that in a few weeks.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope! 
Gender: Am I 15 weeks yet?  Already dying to find out! 

Labor Signs: No

Symptoms: Heavy breasts, slight nausea, and one episode of tears because Mike turned off my Christmas music. 

Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or Moody most of the time: HAPPY! 

Looking forward to: Telling EVERYONE!  The secret is so much harder this time around. 

To my dearest little donut sprinkle,

Mommy and Daddy are so excited to meet you.  I can't wait to feel you grow inside of me and meet your beautiful soul.  Harrison is going to be an amazing big brother and will take care of and love you dearly.  See you in August sweet baby. 

Love,

Mommy

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