25 weeks!

How is it possible that I look smaller than last week? So weird.                  

How far along? 25 weeks – either a zucchini, an eggplant or a cauliflower. Def not exciting veggies.  Daniel is about a pound and a half and 13.5 inches long.

Weight gain/loss? Up a pound. LOL. I figure even if I gain a pound a week from here on out, that’s only 15 pounds total.      

Maternity clothes? For the most part. Found this dress at a thrift store in Feb but it’s been too big

Sleep: Would like more . . . everything wakes me up
Best moment this week: Still the movement. It is absolutely the best best part of being pregnant
Miss anything? Nah
Movement: Lots! And yesterday I felt what could only be called “faster” movement so I don’t know if he was up to something. Wasn’t rhythmic enough for hiccups – that’s the movement that I’m excited about.
Food cravings: Peaches, grapes, tomatoes and strawberry rhubarb pie
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not lately. Altho sometimes I’m so tired that I literally do not want to eat so that’s a bit odd.   
Have you started to show yet: Yep!
Gender: It’s a BOY
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On. And I’m going to have to be really suffering to take them off.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Doing pretty well
Looking forward to: Appt next Friday with MFM specialist at KU to clear up this uterine notching crap.

24 weeks!

** Sorry about the wet hair. It was that kind of morning.

How far along? 24 weeks – either an ear of corn or a “small cantaloupe”  . . . Daniel is a foot long and could – with help – survive if born now.

Weight gain/loss? Back down a half a pound - *sigh* - that should make for a lot of fun at the drs today.     

Maternity clothes? For the most part. This top is technically not but it’s comfy so it works for me.
Sleep: Would like more . . . stomach has been very achy and uncomfortable this week but a pillow underneath has helped.  
Best moment this week: Feeling him kick and having a couple of kind people say that they can see the tummy. Beats the hell out of hearing “you don’t even look pregnant”
Miss anything? Being able to lie down comfortably
Movement: Lots! Esp in the morning at my desk or late at night. B has finally been able to feel him a few times so that is awesome. I love the movement. It’s the one part of being pregnant that is actually cooler than you think it’s going to be.
Food cravings: Peaches and tomatoes
Anything making you queasy or sick: Ground beef. Couldn’t eat the stuffed peppers I made for B last night. Wonder what that was all about.  
Have you started to show yet: Yep!
Gender: It’s a BOY
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On. And I’m going to have to be really suffering to take them off.
Happy or Moody most of the time: A little bummed for no good reason this week. Been worrying about why my stomach is so achy.
Looking forward to: Appointment today and sleeping this weekend.    

23 weeks

How far along? 23 weeks – either a pomegranate or a “large mango”  . . . Baby is between 11 and 12 inches long and weighs about a pound.

Weight gain/loss? I gained another pound and am now 157 – the same as I weighed back in January when I got pregnant.     

Maternity clothes? For the most part. This top is another one that isn’t maternity but I used to wear it before I lost weight so that works.
Sleep: Would like more . . . I’m getting a little bored with hearing people say I look tired. Uh, growing a human here. Cut me some slack.
Best moment this week: Feeling him kick
Miss anything? Being able to lie down comfortably
Movement: Lots! Esp in the morning at my desk or late at night. B has finally been able to feel him a few times so that is awesome.
Food cravings: Still fruit and, weirdly, butterfingers
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not really.
Have you started to show yet: Yep!
Gender: It’s a BOY
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On. And I’m going to have to be really suffering to take them off.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy that I feel good but generally a little sleep-deprived.
Looking forward to: Appointment next Thursday at 24 weeks

"Surprise" Baby Shower!

Last night at our end of the (school) year gathering for Monday night bells, the ladies organized a surprise baby shower for me and Daniel. I'd had an inkling (ahem, Mum and others) - it was so sweet and nice to celebrate with people who are as excited as I am. It was hosted by a lady who rescues/fosters Italian greyhounds (click for info) and we all enjoyed playing with the pups and admiring her sweet Chihuahua Phoebe. I can't believe I have no pics of the pups!

We started the night out on Elaine's gorgeous deck with fruit, crackers, margaritas (not for me!) and bell cookies and then headed inside for cake and gifts. First off, here's one of the sweet cupcakes:

Daniel and I were well and truly spoiled with cute wee outfits. B was especially glad to see that they were "boyish" as he has proclaimed anything yellow or gender neutral to be "girly". . . *sigh*

I love that animals seem to be popular for little boy clothes - I'm a huge fan of the cheerful animal outfits. This romper is too sweet!

Kirsten found this onesie with the happy dogs - not sure if they're boxers or bulldogs but we're going with boxers! The orange top behind is like a rugby shirt with a dog on the pocket and then there are pants to match. I have a feeling this will be snuggly come November!

This "little speedster" onesie would be cute anyway - but look at the turtle on the butt of the matching pants!!

 

 

Daniel also received some crib sheets, sheet savers, and swaddle blankets - very nice to begin using his dresser!

 

 

Add to that the softest blanket ever made and it's safe to say this kid will be cuddly and warm all winter!

 



 

Daniel's staff (aka, mom and dad) were also blessed with a carrier so that the little man will be able to see everything that's going on around him - no infant car carrier on the floor for this kid!

These sweet board books have begun Daniel's library.

And no baby's wardrobe would be complete without a hand knitted cardi from Grandma!!

 



22 Weeks!

How far along? 22 weeks – either a papaya, spaghetti squash or a baseball mitt . . . Baby is between 10.5 and 11.5 inches long.

Weight gain/loss? I gained another pound and am now 157 – the same as I weighed back in January when I got pregnant.     

Maternity clothes? For the most part. This top isn’t maternity but I used to wear it before I lost weight so that works.
Sleep: Would like more
Best moment this week: Feeling him kick
Miss anything? Being able to lie down comfortably
Movement: Lots! Esp in the morning at my desk or late at night
Food cravings: Milk, peaches, ice cream
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not really.
Have you started to show yet: Yep!
Gender: It’s a BOY
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On. And I’m going to have to be really suffering to take them off.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy but sleepy. Feeling better than I have in a while tho.  
Looking forward to: B being able to feel him from the outside.