Tuesday, April 24, 2012

18 weeks

Wow only 2 more weeks til we are half way there, that is just crazy to believe. And also very scary.  I guess we need to start tackling that list of stuff to get done before the baby gets here.
Other than major hip and back pain that landed me on the DL for the MS Walk on Sunday and the couch on Saturday, I ate horribly last week.  My body just does not like what I did to it last week, this weekend I just felt sick from all the crap I ate.  So lesson learned, everything in moderation.  I think I was eating more because I haven't gained in the past few weeks, well I gained 4 weeks worth of weight this week, I'd say I'm back on track.  Now back to a more balanced diet, since I don't think cookies and fries will make my baby big and strong.
The baby is the size of a green bell pepper this week.  For those who are more visual learners my Dad concocted an example of what the baby looks like now.
And here is my weekly picture.





How far along? 18 Weeks
Total weight gain: 17lbs yikes!!! gained those pounds that haven't been adding on in the past few weeks. I guess those cookies and french fries are catching up. Time to get more fruits and veggies in my diet :-)
Maternity clothes? belly bands and mostly maternity clothes
Stretch marks? No
Sleep: the bathroom breaks have been reduced to usually 1 or 2, down significantly from 5 or more.
Best moment this week: spending some time with my Biznit at the walk on Sunday :-)
Miss Anything? not really, I guess the normal, sleep and being pain free
Movement: yes! just a little, some days I go without feeling anything and I get worried.
Food cravings: cookies, chips and other not soo healthy options, hence the 4 lb weight gain this week.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Even cleaning the shower drain didn't make me puke but eating an entire box of Kraft Mac and Cheese did the morning after :-)
Gender:girl prediction
Labor Signs: no
Symptoms: lots of lower back and hip pain this week, baby is growing! and mama is hurting!
Belly Button in or out? in but it's turning all sorts of shades of purple. gaaaaarooossss!
Wedding rings on or off? on!
Happy or Moody most of the time: I've been a little moody this week, sorry Josh.
Looking forward to: Dr. appointment on Monday to hear the heart beat <3 and 15 more days till we have our next ultrasound and find out if Baby G is a boy or girl!  Any guesses? 

Saturday, April 21, 2012

17 Weeks

A funny thing happened this week.  I find it is good to have sense of humor when dealing with some of the symptoms of pregnancy.  For instance, I decided to get a salad at Burger King the other day.  Really wanted a double cheese burger, but thought we needed some veggies.  So got the salad, parked my car, chowed down on half of it and then threw it up.  Luckily I was able to grab a plastic bag in time, and I was parked.  I've become a professional thrower upper, so proud.  Along with my salad I also got a small french fry.  Which I downed immediately after the salad.  So lesson learned, more french fries less salads.  By the way, Burger King you need to change your french fries back to the way they were.  I'm very disappointed in the new type and will probably not go to your establishment anymore.  I have a feeling you would have gotten a lot of business from me in the coming months. Too bad so sad.


How far along? 17 Weeks
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? belly bands and mostly maternity clothes
Stretch marks? No
Sleep: still getting up a lot. a cold this week didn't help.
Best moment this week: the punch/kick in the stomach that made me jump!  It scared me!  Ever since I've felt the baby wiggle now and then but nothing as intense as that!
Miss Anything? The occasional cold glass of wine while sitting on the patio.  I really was in the mood for a margarita last night, extra salt. mmmm.
Movement: yes! a little bit each day
Food cravings: nothing inparticular
Anything making you queasy or sick: baby spinach, some smells get to me
Gender:girl prediction
Labor Signs: no
Symptoms: round ligament pain, lots of lower back pain, itchy belly
Belly Button in or out? in
Wedding rings on or off? on!
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy :-)
Looking forward to: More movements and for Josh to be able to feel it from the outside.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

16 Weeks

Sorry I fell asleep for a few weeks. Here I am!!!!  It's been a busy few weeks, my nephew was born! Little Noah Michael. He is so amazingly cute, isn't he?

Oh and because I can't get enough of him, here is Noah in his Easter outfit.


As for my little beaner, this week it is the size of an Avocado! An Avocado?! wow no wonder I'm popping out.



How far along? 16 Weeks
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? belly bands and mostly maternity clothes
Stretch marks? No
Sleep: still getting up a lot. I have a feeling this will be the norm for at least 18 years.
Best moment this week: random baby movements, mostly after I sneeze
Miss Anything? Not really, I think I'm slowly getting over the no lunch meat/hoagie thing.
Movement: yes! I had a little last week and a little this week
Food cravings: BLT's! I LOOOOOOVE BLT's seriously is there anything better? I've already had 2 this week.
Anything making you queasy or sick: baby spinach, some smells get to me
Gender:girl
Labor Signs: no
Symptoms: I think it's safe to say morning sickness has left the building! woo hoo.  Other symptoms stuffy nose and back pain
Belly Button in or out? in
Wedding rings on or off? on!
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy :-)
Looking forward to: feeling more movements!