24 weeks

So much to do and so little time left.  I can't believe this much time has passed already.  Our sweet little baby will be here in no time flat.  This last Monday I helped celebrate the pregnancy of my dear friend Lucy.  And just in time too!  Her baby girl was just born this Thursday and she is absolutely precious.  Congrats to you, Lucy and Mike!  You will be wonderful parents.  Best wishes to you and your sweet little girl.  I cannot wait to meet her!!

I had a doctor's appointment on Thursday and all is well.  He gave me the beloved glucose drink that all the pregnant ladies love... not!  I had my choice of fruit punch and orange.  Fruit punch, it is!  I'll be sure to let you know my opinion of it in 4 weeks time.

Someone asked me the other night, "how far along are you now"... I couldn't remember!  I hesitated before I aswered, "Um... 24... almost 25", and it hit me, I haven't updated my blog photo this week.  This brain of mine, I tell ya!  So, here it is!

How far along? 24 weeks.

Maternity clothes? Yup.
Stretch marks? Not yet.
Sleep? Here and there.  I'm having the strangest dreams and someone is kicking me awake at all hours of the night.  And I don't mean Raymond either.
Miss Anything? Dr Pepper again.  I'm going to break down and drink one real soon.
Movement? Oh yes, and they are getting more intense.  Those bones are getting stronger.
Food cravings? Hello Chipotle!
Anything making you queasy or sick? Not really.  Feeling good in the GI area.
Gender? Boy.
Labor Signs? No.
Symptoms? Still tired.  And still have that numb spot in my right upper abdomen.  I spoke with my doctor again about it on Thursday and he isn't concerned and relates it to stretching and pulling.  He said it may not go away until after the baby comes.  Every once in a while I get that burning pain there but I think it's bra related :o/  So, no underwires anymore.  Oh joy!
Belly Button in or out? Still in, for now...
Wedding rings on or off? Keeping them on.
Mood? Very happy, great mood!
Looking forward to? Removing current furniture form soon to be nursery and getting things set up for a baby.

23 weeks

What a crazy week!  This last weekend I went camping with my family and had a blast.  We go every year and I've been looking foward to it for months.  We were able to get down early on Friday and get our tent set up before dark (which is not normal, haha) and it felt great.  We enjoyed several s'mores made with Nutella (super yum), sat around the campfire telling stories, laughing, and staying warm, drank apple cider, and even spent some time looking through my cousin's telescope.  Amazing.  This being my first camping trip ever pregnant, I did well.  My husband and brother went on a long hike and took a canoe out on the pond while I took a nap, haha... I was very happy they were able to spend that time together (and I could take a rest too).

Had a great day with my friend today too.  It's been a long time since we have been able to hang out, just the two of us, and it was nice to get together.  I love that girl.  We can share anything with eachother and she always brightens my day.  Love you, Monica!

This sweet baby boy is moving so much.  And he sure is growing... well, at least I am.  I can't wait to see his little face.  I dream about it, every night.

How far along? 23 weeks.

Maternity clothes? Yes... I think I should have purchased the shirt I'm wearing in my update in a larger size.  It fits me now... now... probably not later :o/
Stretch marks? Not yet.
Sleep? I would love to... feels like I can use more after this week.
Miss Anything? My dad. I wish he was here to share this with.
Movement? Lots and lots.  It's fantastic.
Food cravings? Salsa again.  And Yoohoo again.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Ray's leche drink, it stinks and I could smell it across the room.
Gender? Boy.
Labor Signs? No.
Symptoms? Tired.  And numbness to my upper abdomen.  Apparently this is not uncommon and just a sign of growing/stretching.  It's uncomfortable but not painful.  That's all I can ask for.
Belly Button in or out? Still in, for now.
Wedding rings on or off? Keeping them on.
Mood? Very happy, great mood!
Looking forward to? Finally ordering that crib... still deciding and comparing prices.  I went to look at them again tonight.  So many decisions to make.





22 weeks

Had a 22 week ultrasound this week.  The sonographer says everything looks great!  Baby boy is moving, moving, moving... was moving all around during the ultrasound :o)

 

How far along? 22 weeks.

Maternity clothes? Yes.
Stretch marks? No.
Sleep? All day long.
Miss Anything? Caffeine.
Movement? Lots of kicks.
Food cravings? Salsa.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Not this week.
Gender? Boy.
Labor Signs? No.
Symptoms? Tired.
Belly Button in or out? Still in.
Wedding rings on or off? Keeping them on.
Mood? Tired.
Looking forward to? Ordering the baby's crib.

21 weeks

21 weeks!

Nothing new to report really.  Seems like I haven't done much since I last posted besides work, laundry, and sleep.  Fun times.  Monday I have my next ultrasound.  Can't wait to see how this little guy has grown!  I will be sure to post the pictures.

How far along? 21 weeks.

Maternity clothes? Absolutely.
Stretch marks? No.
Sleep? I could sleep all day.
Miss Anything? Energy, haha.
Movement? All over the place.
Food cravings? Nothing in particular but I could eat about anything.
Anything making you queasy or sick? No but I'm still having horrible heartburn.
Gender? Boy.
Labor Signs? No.
Symptoms? Tired, tired, tired.
Belly Button in or out? Still in.
Wedding rings on or off? Keeping them on.
Mood? Happy.
Looking forward to? Naming my baby... still! What is it? IDK.

 

 



20 weeks

Ok, so, it's more like 20 and a half weeks but I've had a lot to do this week.  :o)  So excited to announce that I have made it to my halfway point!  Whoo hoo!!!

Please do not mind my attire.  We are doing a lot of work at home getting ready for our sweet baby boy.  This week we have begun working on our bathroom on the main floor.  Next will be the kitchen, the dining room, and the nursing (but not necessarily in that order).  Folks, we are running out of time but motivation has set in!  Cant wait to start working on the nursery.  I've begun to get rid of lots of things; clutter, clothes, things we don't need.  We are making room!

Sweet Baby Suen is kicking like crazy... so much it's waking me up at night.  I love it!  So weird but so awesome at the same time.  Had my check up with my doc yesterday.  He told me I've only gained 2 lbs since the beginning of my pregnancy.  WHAT!  How?!  I know I had initially lost some weight, so I've gained that back as well but it just seem unreal.  I feel (and look) like I've gained a lot more than just 2lbs.

How far along? 20 weeks.
Maternity clothes? Yes and feeling much better about it... definitely more comfortable.
Stretch marks? None yet.
Sleep? I made my own body pillow.  Hehe! I returned that crappy one (that I paid $65 for) and purchased 2 down pillows.  Good thing I know how to sew becaues I connected them and made one long pillow, purchased a body pillow case, and tada!  Perfect.  I love it and it cost me less than $30.  An original feather down body pillow would have cost me $50+ for just the pillow itself.  Ray calls it "the barricade".  Ha... stay on your own side, husband!
Best moment this week? Feeling and seeing him move and move and move.  Love that.
Miss Anything? Still Dr Pepper.  I might drink one for a treat one day... but I risk giving myself headaches, so maybe not.  It's a conflict I'm dealing with :o)
Movement? Oh yes.
Food cravings? Chipotle.  And still Jeni's too.  I'm just going to go by myself.  Unless you care to join me?
Anything making you queasy or sick? This week it's cigarette smoke.  I hate it and hate smelling it.
Gender? Boy.
Labor Signs? No.
Symptoms? Tired.
Belly Button in or out? Still in.
Wedding rings on or off? Keeping them on.
Mood? Happy. Very happy.  I can't stop smiling and I've been in the best mood.  So excited to get things situated at home and get ready for our little guy.
Looking forward to? Giving my little baby boy a name... still.