Belly Pictures

I seriously have no idea how I missed my 17 week post...I'll do 18 weeks this weekend sometime! But right now, I'm going to post all of the pictures that I have so far! Hope everyone has a very safe and Happy Memorial Day weekend!

Random Ramblings

I'm not too sure what to name this post...or if it'll have a name. To be honest, blogging has been the last thing on my mind lately. So much has happened, that somedays, I'm not too sure what to do. Not sure what direction to go in, etc. The only thing that is keeping me a root and on top of things is Baby.

I want the best for this child. I lay in bed at night, and think about all the goals I have for him/her. I have always heard that children grow up fast, and now, I am scared because of it. I don't want the next 18 years to go by super fast, but I know they'll go by before I can blink my eyes. This baby has so many people who already love him/her and can't wait to meet him/her. I look forward to the day that s/he is born, and I can finally hold him/her in my arms. But I also know that s/he better stay put until at least 37 weeks! Do you hear me, Baby? No sooner!

Talking about Baby, we have names picked out. And I surely cannot wait to announce them. But we will not announce them until we know the sex. Which is in 27 days, if s/he cooperates! I can't wait! I want to start shopping so bad. I also have bedding picked out for each sex, and can't wait to find out what bedding we will use. When the bedding is purchased, I know I will post about it. Lately, I just haven't been in a mood to blog. I only do it so when Baby gets here, I can look back on my pregnancy, and remember the little milestones, such as movement and things.

Last Wednesday, I heard the Billy Dean song "Let Them Be Little"...and oh my gosh. I bawled like a baby. LeahJean was graduating from Pre-K, and her teacher made a slide show with that song. I have heard it before, but it has more meaning to me now.

But, I am done rambling on. If you made it this far, I'm proud of you! Have a great end of the week!

16 Weeks 4 Days

How Far Along: 16 weeks 4 days!  

Size of baby: Baby is the size of an avocado

Total Weight Gain/Loss: Down 14 pounds

Maternity Clothes: Wearing them more and more. I now understand what people meant when they said they're comfortable!

Gender: Strong feeling it's a little dancer...but had a dream last week that it was a boy. We shall see! June 10...23 days!

Movement: Yes! Felt the first butterflies a couple days ago :)

Sleep: Has been okay...it could be better.

What I miss: A cold stiff drink...mmm.

 Cravings: Back to chicken:)

Symptoms: I think morning sickness has came back....but it hasn't been every day. Just every now and then.

Best Moment this week: Definitely feeling movement

 

 

15 Weeks and Happy Mother's Day!

How Far Along: 15 weeks!  

Size of baby: Baby is the size of a naval orange

Total Weight Gain/Loss: At the doctor on Friday, they told me I was down 10 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight. They told me not to worry about it, so I'm not:) as long as I continue to eat healthy, I'll be fine. I know, soon, I'll be gaining weight :(

Maternity Clothes: Starting to wear them more often, my jeans are getting snug. One lady at church who just had a baby gave me all her maternity clothes. YAY! Now, I won't have to buy much!

Gender: Strong feeling it's a little dancer :)

Movement: Still waiting...hoping to feel flutters soon!

Sleep: Has been AMAZING!

What I miss: Not too much this week.

 Cravings: Pizza...mmm. I plan on fixing this tomorrow!

Symptoms: I feel pretty good right now. Hopefully I'll be symptom free for a little while.

Best Moment this week: Doctor's appointment was Friday:) got to see Baby, seeing as s/he didn't want us to hear the heartbeat. Scary moment, but s/he has a very strong heartbeat.

 

Not the best picture, because s/he was flipping around. But definitely starting to look more like a baby. I am beyond excited, to say the least! 14 Weeks, 6 Days.

To all the Mom's and Mom's -to -Be out there...Happy Mother's Day! I believe that you become a Mom the moment you see those two pink lines...especially when for 9 months, you are the sole provider for that child. As for my First "unofficial" Mother's Day [as I call it], I just spent the day with the family and got some cards. We went to church, lunch, then came home. I know that my Mom is one of my best friends. She's my confidant, and I'm not sure what I would do without her. She's wonderful. She has been there through thick and then. Love you, Mom!

 

The sad thing, I don't have any recent pictures with my Mom. I need to take some, and will soon! This is from my high school prom. But still, it's a picture of her and I together! Thanks Mom for all you do!

Hope everyone has a wonderful week!