I got my gestational diabetes results back today and I passed- yay! No diet-control for me :)
The limit they use for passing is 130 and I scored a 79, so I'm thinking there is no question that I do not have GD. This has me thinking about food and now I'm starving... off to celebrate with an early lunch full of yummy carbs!!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Saturday, December 26, 2009
25 Weeks!!
Compare to 15 weeks:
No "How big is baby" this week, since now there is only one update per month, so baby is still an eggplant like last week.
How far along? 25 weeks, or 5/8 of the way done
Total weight gain/loss: I'm thinking I'm up about 14lbs now after the holiday feasts
Maternity clothes? Probably should, but still don't fit right, so not yet.
Best moment this week: Realizing it is our last Christmas without children :)
Movement: Tons- very fun!
Food cravings: my appetite has been pretty normal, no major changes or cravings.
Gender: Team green! Mr. Beaver thought the bambino was a girl for the longest time, but he is not so sure now. I usually use masculine pronouns, but have no idea whether it is a girl or boy squirming around in there.
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? It is disturbingly out.
What I miss: not much... I guess having a normal-ish belly button!!
What I am looking forward to: Ordering our crib and starting to work on the nursery. So far we've moved the furniture out of our second guest room to make room for the office, next step is moving the office furniture into that room to clear out the nursery-to-be.
Weekly wisdom: The glucose test is not so bad, don't stress over it. I did mine at the lab at my hospital, so for the hour wait we explored the gift shop, cafeteria, courtyard, etc. so Mr. Beaver will know his way around in April.
Milestones: I think the glucose test was the last thing we do until April!! I'm pretty sure that is it for blood work, labs, ultrasounds, etc. **Fingers crossed I pass**
Bonus Christmas pic:
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
24 1/2 weeks!
I really was ready to jump back into keeping my blog updated weekly, but then was out of town AGAIN last weekend... anyway, here's 24 weeks, a little late:
How far along? 24 weeks, past the viability-marker!
Total weight gain/loss: Up 12.5 lbs at my last appointment (a week ago), I think I've been about the same since then, although the belly continues to grow.
Maternity clothes? I wore maternity pants once, but they still don't fit right. I have the jeans pictured above which still button and are comfortable, as well as one other pair that still buttons. With those and the bella-band I'm still okay in non-maternity stuff. My tops are getting short though, so might need to switch soon.
Best moment this week: Reaching 24 weeks, even though it doesn't really mean much, was pretty great. Runner-ups: Mr. Beaver getting to see movement from the outside (every night now), and friends getting to feel baby moving.
Movement: all.the.time. I don't mind it, but it worries me a little bit that this baby does not seem to sleep, ever! I love the constant reassurance that he or she is still okay in there!
Food cravings: Nothing specific. I feel like I eat a lot, but can't eat too much at a time without feeling sick, like it doesn't all fit.
Gender: Team green! Mr. Beaver thought the bambino was a girl for the longest time, but he is not so sure now. I usually use masculine pronouns, but have no idea whether it is a girl or boy squirming around in there.
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? It is disturbingly out.
What I miss: not much... I guess having a normal-ish belly button!!
What I am looking forward to: Ordering our crib and starting to work on the nursery- hopefully soon!
Weekly wisdom: hmm... advice I need to take- don't eat more than my stomach can currently hold, even if that is less than half of a meal- it is not comfortable!!
Milestones: Passing the 24 week mark, buying coming-home outfits!
No more weekly fruits/veggies...
Baby's now the size of an eggplant!
That oh-so-handy sense of equilibrium is kicking in, and baby's learning to distinguish right side up from upside down.
Monday, December 14, 2009
I'm back!
After three very long weeks, I am home :)
First update for the blog: The last three belly pics!! I think my belly shrunk a little between week 22 and 23 pictures because of being sick, but it is still noticeably huge! I think my pregnancy is finally obvious to strangers, and even though my pre-pregnancy jeans are still buckled in these pictures, I'm going to be trying on the maternity jeans again tomorrow.
First update for the blog: The last three belly pics!! I think my belly shrunk a little between week 22 and 23 pictures because of being sick, but it is still noticeably huge! I think my pregnancy is finally obvious to strangers, and even though my pre-pregnancy jeans are still buckled in these pictures, I'm going to be trying on the maternity jeans again tomorrow.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
As if the last week+ wasn't bad enough...
I spent last night in labor and delivery :(
Luckily everything is fine, but it was just one more thing to deal with. I had caught a stomach bug, probably from one of the several sick people I was around at the service this past weekend. I couldn't keep even a small sip of water or a few licks of a popsicle for more than 3 minutes, so I got dehydrated pretty quickly. I would've toughed it out if I wasn't pregnant, but I read that dehydration can be bad for the baby, and I just did not want to risk anything happening, so I went in to the ER. I was taken up to labor and delivery (after getting sick in the waiting room-so embarassing) and I found out I was having contractions, which is typical if you are very dehydrated. I had a ton of tests done, and they seemed pretty concerned, but all of the results came back normal. 3000 mL of IV fluid and another 1000 or so oral liquid (once they finally let me have some this morning), and I feel almost back to normal. No more contractions, temperature back to normal, no more vomiting, etc.
So... back to Pittsburgh soon, and I'll see my doctor on Tuesday and get back to a more normal way of life again. And I really will try to get back to updating the blog soon!
Luckily everything is fine, but it was just one more thing to deal with. I had caught a stomach bug, probably from one of the several sick people I was around at the service this past weekend. I couldn't keep even a small sip of water or a few licks of a popsicle for more than 3 minutes, so I got dehydrated pretty quickly. I would've toughed it out if I wasn't pregnant, but I read that dehydration can be bad for the baby, and I just did not want to risk anything happening, so I went in to the ER. I was taken up to labor and delivery (after getting sick in the waiting room-so embarassing) and I found out I was having contractions, which is typical if you are very dehydrated. I had a ton of tests done, and they seemed pretty concerned, but all of the results came back normal. 3000 mL of IV fluid and another 1000 or so oral liquid (once they finally let me have some this morning), and I feel almost back to normal. No more contractions, temperature back to normal, no more vomiting, etc.
So... back to Pittsburgh soon, and I'll see my doctor on Tuesday and get back to a more normal way of life again. And I really will try to get back to updating the blog soon!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
So sad...
In memory of my step-father and his mother, who passed away only a week apart. We love you so much and you will be greatly missed :(
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Half Baked!
Our bun is half-baked ;)
After counting the weeks up, it's time to start counting down!!
Baby's now the size of a cantaloupe!
Baby gulps down several ounces of amniotic fluid every day, both for nutrition and to practice swallowing and digesting. And, these days, those taste buds actually work! Studies show that after birth, babies respond best to tastes they've already had via amniotic fluid. Meaning, think about what you'd like your future child to eat as you prepare your own lunch.
How far along? 20 weeks!!! Halfway!
Total weight gain/loss: I was right about a weight jump these past couple of weeks- I was up 5lbs at my appointment, putting me at 11lbs total gain!
Maternity clothes? I've been sticking to the few jeans that still button or wearing the belly band, or I wear a dress with leggings or tights. More comfortable right now than anything else.
Sleep: So so, nothing interesting.
Best moment this week: Finding out that our baby has no signs of any problems!
Movement: Baby is either a lot more active all of a sudden, or the gum drop has gotten quite a bit stronger/bigger. The movements are pretty frequent and there is no mistaking them! Mr. Beaver is still a little impatient, but has felt baby moving a few more times.
Food cravings: Nothing unusual, I do give into cravings a little more than I did pre-preg, but the actual cravings are no different than they ever were.
Gender: Team green! No turning back... even the ultrasound techs and doctor didn't bother looking, so nobody knows!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: feeling healthy... I get tired/out of breath quickly, and need naps some days. My heart beats harder just from walking up the stairs in our house...
What I am looking forward to: Seeing family when we go to FL this week! Thanksgiving, our first baby shower!
Weekly wisdom: nothing comes to mind...
Milestones: Passing the half-way point!!!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Ultrasound update...
The report comments from my follow-up ultrasound: "Echogenic bowel was not seen on today's exam." YAY! Everything looked normal :)
Baby had the hiccups at the beginning of the exam- so cute :) We got a few more pictures, but the clarity today was so poor compared to the last ultrasound-I realize now how lucky we were to get the pics we did! Anyway, I did get a picture of the foot. Not as cute as it was on the more clear machine, but still pretty cute!
Baby had the hiccups at the beginning of the exam- so cute :) We got a few more pictures, but the clarity today was so poor compared to the last ultrasound-I realize now how lucky we were to get the pics we did! Anyway, I did get a picture of the foot. Not as cute as it was on the more clear machine, but still pretty cute!
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Pictures!
Not sure if the writing is big enough to read... The pics are from last Sat. Nov. 7, Wed. Nov. 11, Fri. Nov. 13, and this morning, Nov. 15. I think I popped! Last picture has my first attempt at wearing maternity jeans, but they wouldn't stay up if I tried to walk...I'm gonna try to shrink them. The pic next to it, though, are pre-pregnancy jeans that still button comfortably, so I may stick with those as long as I can!
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Holy Moly!
the reason/result of my crazy appetite this week is pretty obvious by my growing belly!!
I will post pictures tomorrow with clothes on- I think this week my gut finally started looking like a baby bump!
I'm using a different baby description this week, thebump.com's was kinda gross and not very fun at all.
Total weight gain/loss: I think I might've jumped 2-3 lbs this week... so up 9 or 10 total now. We'll find out for sure on Tuesday.
Maternity clothes? I've actually been wearing the couple of jeans that still button or dresses this week, but I think I may need to try the maternity jeans this week...we'll see.
Sleep: I've been sleepy, nothing really interesting to report.
Best moment this week: Seeing our baby on the ultrasound!!! Best moment of the pregnancy.
Movement: I am definitely feeling it, although not very strong yet. Mr. Beaver felt it a little bit Monday night, but isn't patient enough to feel it regularly yet...
Food cravings: Nothing specific, but I have been very hungry!
Gender: Team green! But we do need to stay strong through one more ultrasound now...
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Being able to walk the dog without getting out of breath. The hills kill me! By the time I get to the top of the cross country trail we walk my heart is pounding, and I make Lili pull me up!
What I am looking forward to: Seeing our baby again at our bonus ultrasound Tuesday :)
Weekly wisdom: Ask for pictures you want to be printed during your ultrasound...I wish I would've requested a pic of our baby's tiny little feet, but at the end we just got a long strip of profile shots. It was very nice of her to give us so many, but I wish I would've asked her to print one when we saw the little feet!
Milestones: Being sure that I what I am feeling is the baby, and seeing our baby with a healthy, normal brain/heart/etc!
I will post pictures tomorrow with clothes on- I think this week my gut finally started looking like a baby bump!
I'm using a different baby description this week, thebump.com's was kinda gross and not very fun at all.
Your baby's sensory development is exploding! Her brain is designating specialized areas for smell, taste, hearing, vision, and touch. Some research suggests that she may be able to hear your voice now, so don't be shy about reading aloud, talking to her, or singing a happy tune if the mood strikes you.
Your baby weighs about 8 1/2 ounces and measures 6 inches, head to bottom — about the size of a large heirloom tomato. Her arms and legs are in the right proportions to each other and the rest of her body now. Her kidneys continue to make urine and the hair on her scalp is sprouting. A waxy protective coating called the vernix caseosa is forming on her skin to prevent it from pickling in the amniotic fluid.
How far along? 19 weeksTotal weight gain/loss: I think I might've jumped 2-3 lbs this week... so up 9 or 10 total now. We'll find out for sure on Tuesday.
Maternity clothes? I've actually been wearing the couple of jeans that still button or dresses this week, but I think I may need to try the maternity jeans this week...we'll see.
Sleep: I've been sleepy, nothing really interesting to report.
Best moment this week: Seeing our baby on the ultrasound!!! Best moment of the pregnancy.
Movement: I am definitely feeling it, although not very strong yet. Mr. Beaver felt it a little bit Monday night, but isn't patient enough to feel it regularly yet...
Food cravings: Nothing specific, but I have been very hungry!
Gender: Team green! But we do need to stay strong through one more ultrasound now...
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Being able to walk the dog without getting out of breath. The hills kill me! By the time I get to the top of the cross country trail we walk my heart is pounding, and I make Lili pull me up!
What I am looking forward to: Seeing our baby again at our bonus ultrasound Tuesday :)
Weekly wisdom: Ask for pictures you want to be printed during your ultrasound...I wish I would've requested a pic of our baby's tiny little feet, but at the end we just got a long strip of profile shots. It was very nice of her to give us so many, but I wish I would've asked her to print one when we saw the little feet!
Milestones: Being sure that I what I am feeling is the baby, and seeing our baby with a healthy, normal brain/heart/etc!
Monday, November 9, 2009
Introducing...
our little baby beaver!!!Our ultrasound this morning was amazing. I don't think there is any other way to describe it. After a few minutes of boring non-baby images the tech finally started the good stuff, beginning with Baby B's head. B had his/her (still a surprise!! I guess I'll alternate...) thumb in his mouth for almost half of the ultrasound. In the beginning, seeing our baby sucking her thumb was so cute, and made the whole having-a-baby-thing so much more real. Then I realized that we could see his cheeks moving in and out: he was sucking his thumb. I think that's when the tears first started pouring from my eyes.
We got to see every little bit of our baby, from her brain to her toes to the individual chambers of her heart to her tiny (1cm!) ears. One of my favorite images was of the bottoms of the two tiny feet (1in). I think his nose is the winner of cutest-baby-part of the day. Almost every single measurement was the same- 18weeks, 4days... one measurement was 19 weeks, but I can't remember what it was! Everything looked perfect to us, and laying there seeing my baby for the first time was one of the best moments of my life.
Another great moment of the ultrasound was finally associating the little things I've been feeling to the baby's movements- I finally believe that I am feeling the baby move!! Now it is much easier to recognize and it is so exciting. Mr. Beaver even spent some time tonight with his hand on my belly and got to feel some little movements. I love that when I feel them now I can picture our little baby moving around in there!
One not so exciting event of the day was the message I got this afternoon from the doctor. They asked me to call as soon as I got a chance, so of course I called immediately. When the radiologist examined our ultrasound, he noticed a bright spot, which the doctor said may be an echogenic bowel. Before telling me that, she assured me that everything with our baby is fine, so I'm a little bit confused. I'm trying not to look stuff up online and read other people's stories until we go in for a follow-up ultrasound next Tuesday to find out if there really is an echogenic bowel. This time the ultrasound will be performed by a doctor, not a tech. And when I called to schedule it, I found out it would not be with the regular imaging department, but with the genetics department. I am upset that I did not get more information from the doctor, but I think I was in shock. I am thinking of calling back tomorrow to try to get some more information to hold me over until Tuesday. The only thing mentioned was a small chance of echogenic bowel being a sign of cystic fibrosis, in which case the next step (if the spot is still there on the next scan) is for me to be tested to see if I carry the CF gene. I wish I knew more, but for now there isn't much we can do but wait until Tuesday.
We decided, for now, all we can do is be positive and continue to enjoy this exciting time in our lives. When we got home from work we watched the 3 minute dvd of the last part of our ultrasound, twice, and pointed out all of the perfect little features of our baby in his/her long strip of photos from this morning. We felt our baby moving around, fed her(me) lots of yummy salad for dinner and then some cake for dessert, and then looked at our collection of pictures again. I can't believe that I am almost to the half-way mark, and that we are only months away from holding our beautiful little baby!!
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Fun stuff!
I got the invitation to our Florida shower yesterday! We are having it super early, because it is the only time we will see everyone in our home-town... I will be 21 weeks, and it is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. My sister is throwing the party at her brand-new house, and both of our moms are helping with planning. It's going to be joint shower, but I have a feeling the guys will end up in the back yard with a bunch of beer while the girls are all inside playing typical shower games and oohing and ahh-ing over cute baby things. I can't believe how cute the invites are- even Mr. Beaver made a comment about how cool they are:
We are SO excited, and it makes Thanksgiving vacation with family that much more fun to look forward to :) It has also been exciting to look at baby stuff and start to think about what we want and need. We got our travel system, and I can't wait for it to come in!! The next step is to organize our spare room so we can start working on the nursery. Right now I'm not sure where any baby stuff we get will go... I'm hoping it will motivate us to get to work.
And of course the most exciting thing about today... it is less than 24 hours now until we see our baby!!! I am so excited for the morning to come. I've got plenty of work to do to pass the time today, plus the Dolphins play at 1, and there are fun shows on tonight :) Ahh...I love feeling so happy!
We are SO excited, and it makes Thanksgiving vacation with family that much more fun to look forward to :) It has also been exciting to look at baby stuff and start to think about what we want and need. We got our travel system, and I can't wait for it to come in!! The next step is to organize our spare room so we can start working on the nursery. Right now I'm not sure where any baby stuff we get will go... I'm hoping it will motivate us to get to work.
And of course the most exciting thing about today... it is less than 24 hours now until we see our baby!!! I am so excited for the morning to come. I've got plenty of work to do to pass the time today, plus the Dolphins play at 1, and there are fun shows on tonight :) Ahh...I love feeling so happy!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
The countdown to half-way has begun!
I realized yesterday afternoon that I was two weeks away from being half-way through the pregnancy. WOW the time has flown!! I am looking more pregnant by the day:
(no red sweats this morning- was running too late!)
Although it still isn't incredibly obvious to other people. I think people who know me are starting to notice, but I'm not sure that strangers look at me and think pregnant:
Your fetus has become amazingly mobile (at least compared to you), passing the hours yawning, hiccuping, rolling, twisting, kicking, punching, sucking and swallowing. And, baby's finally big enough that you'll be able to feel those movements soon.
How far along? 18 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: still up ~7 lbs total.
Maternity clothes? Still rockin' the bella-band, as seen above. I almost wore a maternity dress today, but it still looked a little too baggy.
Sleep: Not great, but naps are helping.
Best moment this week: Telling people at work!!!
Movement: Same as last week...may be feeling baby, but I'm not convinced. Hoping seeing the baby on the ultrasound at the same time as feeling him or her will help me figure it out.
Food cravings: None... I say I'm craving chocolate sometimes, but it's just an excuse because I want to eat some.
Gender: Team green! After Nov. 9, there is no turning back... only 2 MORE DAYS(!) to stay strong!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Being able to breathe at night. Stuffy nose and sneezing wake me and keep me up :(
What I am looking forward to: Seeing our baby at the ultrasound!!!!!
Weekly wisdom: You can find great deals online... we combined a coupon code, Bing cash-back, and a referral code from a message-board friend to order our travel system (car seat/stroller) this week, and saved about $80!! It's even better than the one we originally registered for, at a much better price. It will be here any day now!
Milestones: Being "out" at work and making the first big baby-necessary purchase (car seat)
(no red sweats this morning- was running too late!)
Although it still isn't incredibly obvious to other people. I think people who know me are starting to notice, but I'm not sure that strangers look at me and think pregnant:
Your fetus has become amazingly mobile (at least compared to you), passing the hours yawning, hiccuping, rolling, twisting, kicking, punching, sucking and swallowing. And, baby's finally big enough that you'll be able to feel those movements soon. How far along? 18 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: still up ~7 lbs total.
Maternity clothes? Still rockin' the bella-band, as seen above. I almost wore a maternity dress today, but it still looked a little too baggy.
Sleep: Not great, but naps are helping.
Best moment this week: Telling people at work!!!
Movement: Same as last week...may be feeling baby, but I'm not convinced. Hoping seeing the baby on the ultrasound at the same time as feeling him or her will help me figure it out.
Food cravings: None... I say I'm craving chocolate sometimes, but it's just an excuse because I want to eat some.
Gender: Team green! After Nov. 9, there is no turning back... only 2 MORE DAYS(!) to stay strong!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Being able to breathe at night. Stuffy nose and sneezing wake me and keep me up :(
What I am looking forward to: Seeing our baby at the ultrasound!!!!!
Weekly wisdom: You can find great deals online... we combined a coupon code, Bing cash-back, and a referral code from a message-board friend to order our travel system (car seat/stroller) this week, and saved about $80!! It's even better than the one we originally registered for, at a much better price. It will be here any day now!
Milestones: Being "out" at work and making the first big baby-necessary purchase (car seat)
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Wow- 17 weeks!
I can't believe I hit 17 weeks yesterday- the weeks seem to by flying by!
Ugh- I've always hated my outie-belly-button but I really am hating it these days. My mom recently had surgery to make hers an innie... I might need to do this some day.
Anyway, this week's survey:
Baby's skeleton is hardening, changing from rubbery cartilage to bone, and fat is finally accumulating around it. The umbilical cord is getting thicker and stronger, and those little fingers and toes are now topped by one-of-a-kind prints.
How far along? 17 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: guessing I'm up ~6 or 7 lbs total.
Maternity clothes? I have some, but haven't worn them yet. Wearing the belly bands daily though! Also experimenting with sweater dresses and other dresses over turtleneckes with stockings.
Sleep: Still not great, but wasn't too tired this week.
Best moment this week: Mr. Beaver commenting that I was starting to look pregnant!
Movement: Every once in a while I think I feel something, but I'm not sure if it's the baby or not. I'm hoping for feeling something soon that I know for sure is the baby.
Food cravings: I don't have cravings like I've always imagined them, but I have noticed I'm in the mood for specific things lately. One day I was in the mood for fried food, and a couple of other days nothing really sounded appetizing besides salad. I guess these were minor cravings...
Gender: Team green! After Nov. 9, there is no turning back... only a couple more weeks to stay strong!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Nothing really, I guess it was a little strange not drinking on halloween, but I didn't really miss it.
What I am looking forward to: Telling work- it didn't happen last week, but will most likely happen tomorrow! and of course feeling the baby move (and knowing for sure that it is what I am feeling)
Weekly wisdom: Registering is really difficult- it's not easy to pick out stuff without having done the research already, unless you just go by appearance alone!
Milestones: Making the first purchase for the nursery!
Ugh- I've always hated my outie-belly-button but I really am hating it these days. My mom recently had surgery to make hers an innie... I might need to do this some day.
Anyway, this week's survey:
Baby's skeleton is hardening, changing from rubbery cartilage to bone, and fat is finally accumulating around it. The umbilical cord is getting thicker and stronger, and those little fingers and toes are now topped by one-of-a-kind prints.
How far along? 17 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: guessing I'm up ~6 or 7 lbs total.
Maternity clothes? I have some, but haven't worn them yet. Wearing the belly bands daily though! Also experimenting with sweater dresses and other dresses over turtleneckes with stockings.
Sleep: Still not great, but wasn't too tired this week.
Best moment this week: Mr. Beaver commenting that I was starting to look pregnant!
Movement: Every once in a while I think I feel something, but I'm not sure if it's the baby or not. I'm hoping for feeling something soon that I know for sure is the baby.
Food cravings: I don't have cravings like I've always imagined them, but I have noticed I'm in the mood for specific things lately. One day I was in the mood for fried food, and a couple of other days nothing really sounded appetizing besides salad. I guess these were minor cravings...
Gender: Team green! After Nov. 9, there is no turning back... only a couple more weeks to stay strong!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Nothing really, I guess it was a little strange not drinking on halloween, but I didn't really miss it.
What I am looking forward to: Telling work- it didn't happen last week, but will most likely happen tomorrow! and of course feeling the baby move (and knowing for sure that it is what I am feeling)
Weekly wisdom: Registering is really difficult- it's not easy to pick out stuff without having done the research already, unless you just go by appearance alone!
Milestones: Making the first purchase for the nursery!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
First big purchase!
We have been very good about not going overboard buying baby stuff so far. In fact, the only think purchased so far were some inexpensive onesies from Target the day I got the positive test. I have been looking at stuff lately though, including furniture for the baby's room. One thing I really wanted was a rocking chair or glider of some sort. I tried a bunch out at Babies-r-us and realized I only really felt comfortable in the ones that reclined, but the only ones that reclined were $800 with the ottoman!!!!!!! Well, I got very very lucky last night when I read a post on a pregnancy message board about someone finding a reclining glider for less than $200!!! Mr. Beaver and I went out this morning and made our first big baby purchase:
It isn't as pretty as the $800 one with the wooden frame, but it really doesn't look all that different- and more importantly, it is just as comfortable, but at a $600 savings! I am happy :)
It isn't as pretty as the $800 one with the wooden frame, but it really doesn't look all that different- and more importantly, it is just as comfortable, but at a $600 savings! I am happy :)
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Week 16 done!
Baby's now the size of an avocado!Watch what you say...tiny bones forming in baby's ears mean she can now pick up your voice. A few more minuscule changes: Eyebrows, lashes, and hair are starting to fill in, and taste buds are forming.
How far along? 16 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: At the doctor's appointment I was up 6 lbs total for the pregnancy, but according to my scale at home, I went down three lbs from that night to the next morning, so it still fluctuates throughout the day by quite a bit.
Maternity clothes? I have some, but haven't worn them yet. Wearing the belly bands daily though!
Sleep: Hasn't been so great. I wake up because I need to sneeze or can't breathe through my nose, and then can't get back to sleep. Very tired this week.
Best moment this week: Convincing Mr. Beaver to set up our registry at target so we can start adding stuff online!
Movement: I could've sworn I felt the baby the other day for a second, but I don't believe it until it happens again. For now I've convinced myself it was in my head because the doctor had just explained what to pay attention for at my appointment this week.
Food cravings: still nothing
Gender: Team green! After Nov. 9, there is no turning back... only a couple more weeks to stay strong!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? Sticking out more and more every week. So gross.
What I miss: Not being able to try Mr. Beaver's margarita last night- it looked sooo good!!
What I am looking forward to: Telling work- I am planning to do it on Wednesday!!! and of course feeling the baby move!!!
Weekly wisdom: Register at target even if you don't want stuff from there- you get a $20 shutterfly discount code!
Milestones: Scheduled the big ultrasound!
Friday, October 23, 2009
Big ultrasound scheduled!
Quick update- We will be going for my big ultrasound on Monday, November 9 at 7:45 am. I can't wait!!!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
16 week appointment!
Tonight was my official 16 week appointment. Exciting! Nothing really interesting happened... but we did hear the heartbeat again, did the typical weight, blood pressure, etc. I am up 4 lbs from last appointment!! The doctor said they like to see 2-4 lbs gain a month, so I guess I'm doing ok so far. That puts me about 6 lbs up total. We got the results from Mr. Beaver's blood work and - good news - he is O negative. Since I am AB negative, this means that the baby will also be rh negative, and I don't have to worry about problems with our blood mixing and making antibodies, etc. No Rohgam shot for me!
In other good news, it's just about time to schedule my anatomy scan ultrasound!!! The doctor said to schedule it between Nov. 6 and Nov. 20. I'm going to call tomorrow! From what I hear, the scan is about an hour long, and they measure all the different parts of the baby and check all of his or her organs- brain, heart, kidneys, etc. to make sure they are all working as they should be. We are so excited to see the little baby, and he/she will actually look like a baby this time!! I just hope we don't cave and listen to the tech when she tells us to look away. I think this will be the one and only chance to find out he gender before baby's birthday, so if we make it through the ultrasound, there's no turning back!
In other good news, it's just about time to schedule my anatomy scan ultrasound!!! The doctor said to schedule it between Nov. 6 and Nov. 20. I'm going to call tomorrow! From what I hear, the scan is about an hour long, and they measure all the different parts of the baby and check all of his or her organs- brain, heart, kidneys, etc. to make sure they are all working as they should be. We are so excited to see the little baby, and he/she will actually look like a baby this time!! I just hope we don't cave and listen to the tech when she tells us to look away. I think this will be the one and only chance to find out he gender before baby's birthday, so if we make it through the ultrasound, there's no turning back!
Monday, October 19, 2009
15 Weeks!
I don't think this picture is completely accurate.... My belly is growing, but it has shrunk from what it looks like here :) This was after a HUGE dinner the night before!
Baby's now the size of a naval orange!
Continuing the march toward normal proportions, baby's legs now out-measure his arms. And, finally, all four limbs have functional joints. Your fetus is squirming and wiggling like crazy down in the womb, though you probably can't feel the movements just yet.
How far along? 15 weeks :)
Total weight gain/loss: Fluctuate a good 4 lbs throughout each day. I'm guessing I will be up a total of 4 at my appointment tomorrow.
Maternity clothes? I have some, but haven't worn them yet. Wearing the belly bands daily though!
Sleep: Pretty normal, get up at least once a night to pee but other than that not much has changed.
Best moment this week: Looking at all of the baby gear in babies-r-us with my mom :)
Movement: Still can't feel it, but hopefully soon!
Food cravings: still nothing
Gender: Team green! As long as we stick to our decision of not finding out for one more month, there is no turning back.
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? It's always been out, but it is sticking out more and more each week :( Not cute at all. It is now visible through many shirts.
What I miss: my clothes fitting :( And a good glass of wine with my mom.
What I am looking forward to: Telling work, feeling the baby move!!! The weekly emails and my week-by-week book both said that I should start feeling the baby between 16-20 weeks, and this is week 16!
Weekly wisdom: Go check out the baby gear before researching it- it will make a lot more sense what the reviews are talking about!
Milestones: Bought my first real maternity clothes!
Baby's now the size of a naval orange!
Continuing the march toward normal proportions, baby's legs now out-measure his arms. And, finally, all four limbs have functional joints. Your fetus is squirming and wiggling like crazy down in the womb, though you probably can't feel the movements just yet.
How far along? 15 weeks :)
Total weight gain/loss: Fluctuate a good 4 lbs throughout each day. I'm guessing I will be up a total of 4 at my appointment tomorrow.
Maternity clothes? I have some, but haven't worn them yet. Wearing the belly bands daily though!
Sleep: Pretty normal, get up at least once a night to pee but other than that not much has changed.
Best moment this week: Looking at all of the baby gear in babies-r-us with my mom :)
Movement: Still can't feel it, but hopefully soon!
Food cravings: still nothing
Gender: Team green! As long as we stick to our decision of not finding out for one more month, there is no turning back.
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? It's always been out, but it is sticking out more and more each week :( Not cute at all. It is now visible through many shirts.
What I miss: my clothes fitting :( And a good glass of wine with my mom.
What I am looking forward to: Telling work, feeling the baby move!!! The weekly emails and my week-by-week book both said that I should start feeling the baby between 16-20 weeks, and this is week 16!
Weekly wisdom: Go check out the baby gear before researching it- it will make a lot more sense what the reviews are talking about!
Milestones: Bought my first real maternity clothes!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Picture!
Here's a 4wk vs 14 wk comparison... picture was taken Saturday morning, first thing, exactly 10 weeks after the 4 wk pic.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Wow- 14 weeks already!
I am at work on a short break... I did manage to take a belly pick this morning, even though it was crazy early, but I won't be able to post that until Monday. Yesterday was my first of three 8:30am-9pm work days and when I got home I went straight to bed...I'm sure tonight and tomorrow night will be exactly the same!
Anyway... here's this week's report!
Baby's now the size of a lemon!
Your adorable little fetus is busy with thumb sucking, toe wiggling, (not so cute but equally amazing) making urine, and breathing amniotic fluid as the liver, kidneys, and spleen continue to develop. Lanugo (thin, downy hair) is growing all over her body for warmth.
How far along? 14 weeks :)
Total weight gain/loss: I have definitely gained a few pounds, but I'm not sure exactly how much.
Maternity clothes? There has been one day so far this week where my pants have been buttoned- other than that I'm wearing the bella band. Don't have any maternity clothes yet, but my mom and I are shopping for some when she visits next weekend!
Sleep: Pretty normal
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat again! (I did it again!)
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: None, haven't even been very hungry lately.
Gender: Won't be able to answer this until baby's birthday!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different (sticking out a lot), and I'm worried.
What I miss: my clothes fitting :(
What I am looking forward to: My mom's visit!!!! And telling school/work
Weekly wisdom: Eat a little bit (or at least make sure you have something in your stomach even if you aren't hungry. Had a slight scare last weekend when my blood sugar plummeted...
Milestones: The belly is DEFINITELY growing! I almost couldn't find any business clothes for my conference this weekend because none of the pants fit...
Anyway... here's this week's report!
Baby's now the size of a lemon!
Your adorable little fetus is busy with thumb sucking, toe wiggling, (not so cute but equally amazing) making urine, and breathing amniotic fluid as the liver, kidneys, and spleen continue to develop. Lanugo (thin, downy hair) is growing all over her body for warmth.
How far along? 14 weeks :)
Total weight gain/loss: I have definitely gained a few pounds, but I'm not sure exactly how much.
Maternity clothes? There has been one day so far this week where my pants have been buttoned- other than that I'm wearing the bella band. Don't have any maternity clothes yet, but my mom and I are shopping for some when she visits next weekend!
Sleep: Pretty normal
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat again! (I did it again!)
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: None, haven't even been very hungry lately.
Gender: Won't be able to answer this until baby's birthday!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different (sticking out a lot), and I'm worried.
What I miss: my clothes fitting :(
What I am looking forward to: My mom's visit!!!! And telling school/work
Weekly wisdom: Eat a little bit (or at least make sure you have something in your stomach even if you aren't hungry. Had a slight scare last weekend when my blood sugar plummeted...
Milestones: The belly is DEFINITELY growing! I almost couldn't find any business clothes for my conference this weekend because none of the pants fit...
Sunday, October 4, 2009
First trimester- Done!!
To celebrate finishing the first trimester, this week's belly pic is extra special :)
Ddo you know what the noise is behind the static is?
That is our baby's heartbeat! Very exciting, very comforting to hear :)
I get weekly emails about the baby's development. they are interesting because they tell me how big the baby is! I've decided to start including that info here with my weekly survey.
Baby's now the size of a peach!
Your fetus is forming teeth and vocal cords...savor this, their nonfunctional phase. Baby is approaching normal proportions, with his head now only one third the size of his body. And intestines are in the process of moving from the umbilical cord to baby's tummy -- much more convenient.
How far along? 13 weeks. This means on Monday I hit the 1/3 mark! (40weeks/3 = 13.3 weeks)
Total weight gain/loss: Still thinking I'm up around 5 lbs, but only find out the official change at my doctor's appointment, not until the 20th.
Maternity clothes? No maternity clothes yet. I tried a couple of dresses on at target and they were waay too big, so I'm thinking I'm stuck with the few pants that still fit, and I bought a bunch of loose fitting shirts to try to hide the bulge that appears by mid-morning.
Sleep: Pretty normal
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat again!
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Won't be able to answer this until baby's birthday!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different (sticking out a lot), and I'm worried.
What I miss: feeling like my clothes look cute on me...I don't wear the loose-fitting look well.
What I am looking forward to: telling school/work
Weekly wisdom: The busier I stay, the less tired I feel! BUT- important to stay hydrated and eat enough... came way too close to fainting yesterday after being on my feet for too many hours straight.
Milestones: Finishing the first trimester!!! Some people/doctors say it ends when you've completed week 12, but I think everyone agrees it is over by the end of week 13!
Ddo you know what the noise is behind the static is?
That is our baby's heartbeat! Very exciting, very comforting to hear :)
I get weekly emails about the baby's development. they are interesting because they tell me how big the baby is! I've decided to start including that info here with my weekly survey.
Baby's now the size of a peach!
Your fetus is forming teeth and vocal cords...savor this, their nonfunctional phase. Baby is approaching normal proportions, with his head now only one third the size of his body. And intestines are in the process of moving from the umbilical cord to baby's tummy -- much more convenient.
How far along? 13 weeks. This means on Monday I hit the 1/3 mark! (40weeks/3 = 13.3 weeks)
Total weight gain/loss: Still thinking I'm up around 5 lbs, but only find out the official change at my doctor's appointment, not until the 20th.
Maternity clothes? No maternity clothes yet. I tried a couple of dresses on at target and they were waay too big, so I'm thinking I'm stuck with the few pants that still fit, and I bought a bunch of loose fitting shirts to try to hide the bulge that appears by mid-morning.
Sleep: Pretty normal
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat again!
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Won't be able to answer this until baby's birthday!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different (sticking out a lot), and I'm worried.
What I miss: feeling like my clothes look cute on me...I don't wear the loose-fitting look well.
What I am looking forward to: telling school/work
Weekly wisdom: The busier I stay, the less tired I feel! BUT- important to stay hydrated and eat enough... came way too close to fainting yesterday after being on my feet for too many hours straight.
Milestones: Finishing the first trimester!!! Some people/doctors say it ends when you've completed week 12, but I think everyone agrees it is over by the end of week 13!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
12 Weeks- almost out of first tri!
It doesn't look like it's growing much in these morning pics, but you should see the belly at the end of the day!!
How far along? 12 weeks!!
Total weight gain/loss: I think I may've gained a few #s now... in the evening I was up almost 5 from my first doctor's appt.
Maternity clothes? Nope but I wore a bella band a few days, and now only two pairs of jeans (that are normally too big) are comfy!
Sleep: Pretty normal
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat at home on my doppler
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Won't be able to answer this until baby's birthday!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different, and I'm worried.
What I miss: my favorite jeans being comfortable
What I am looking forward to: telling school/work
Weekly wisdom: People really don't notice/suspect when you don't drink!
Milestones: Being able to tell our friends! (I asked- that's how I know they didn't suspect it :))
How far along? 12 weeks!!Total weight gain/loss: I think I may've gained a few #s now... in the evening I was up almost 5 from my first doctor's appt.
Maternity clothes? Nope but I wore a bella band a few days, and now only two pairs of jeans (that are normally too big) are comfy!
Sleep: Pretty normal
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat at home on my doppler
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Won't be able to answer this until baby's birthday!
Labor signs: no thank you!
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different, and I'm worried.
What I miss: my favorite jeans being comfortable
What I am looking forward to: telling school/work
Weekly wisdom: People really don't notice/suspect when you don't drink!
Milestones: Being able to tell our friends! (I asked- that's how I know they didn't suspect it :))
Saturday, September 19, 2009
11 weeks!!
Hmm... I'm thinking I should've changed out of my PJs for the pic... oh well :)
How far along? 11 weeks- for some reason, I am SO excited to get to 12.
Total weight gain/loss: At my appointment yesterday I was up almost 2 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: I've been waking up around 5am and not being able to fall back to sleep. Not fun.
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat at our appointment!!!!! Also telling my brother in person :)
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Thinking we're closer to deciding to keep it a surprise.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different, and I'm worried.
What I miss: having a flat belly in all of my fitted tops
What I am looking forward to: Everyone in our immediate families knowing soon...
Weekly wisdom: Symptoms disappearing really doesn't mean something is wrong :)
Milestones: telling people, the heartbeat being audible with a doppler
How far along? 11 weeks- for some reason, I am SO excited to get to 12.Total weight gain/loss: At my appointment yesterday I was up almost 2 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: I've been waking up around 5am and not being able to fall back to sleep. Not fun.
Best moment this week: Hearing the heartbeat at our appointment!!!!! Also telling my brother in person :)
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Thinking we're closer to deciding to keep it a surprise.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different, and I'm worried.
What I miss: having a flat belly in all of my fitted tops
What I am looking forward to: Everyone in our immediate families knowing soon...
Weekly wisdom: Symptoms disappearing really doesn't mean something is wrong :)
Milestones: telling people, the heartbeat being audible with a doppler
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Week 10 (late)!
After a stressful weekend, we are finally back in town caught up enough that I found time to post an update with my week 10 picture. In other exciting news, my brother is visiting, so we decided to tell him! His response, "that's freakin' awesome!" I don't know why, I wasn't sure how excited he would be, so it was nice that he was pretty happy!
In other news- first official OB appointment today! Yay!
Week 10:
How far along? 10 weeks, woo hoo for double digits!
Total weight gain/loss: I'm guessing up 3 pounds. We will see today at my appointment.
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: I need sleep because I still haven't caught up from this weekend, but the lack of sleep is not pregnancy-related.
Best moment this week: Finally getting home from one of the longest.weekends.ever.
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Thinking we're closer to deciding to keep it a surprise.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different, and I'm worried.
What I miss: beer :) Not too bad though.
What I am looking forward to: Hopefully hearing the heartbeat today, and then being able to tell family!
Weekly wisdom: Write appointments in your calendar as soon as you make them!!
Milestones: double digits, and being 1/4 of the way through!!
In other news- first official OB appointment today! Yay!
Week 10:
How far along? 10 weeks, woo hoo for double digits!
Total weight gain/loss: I'm guessing up 3 pounds. We will see today at my appointment.
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: I need sleep because I still haven't caught up from this weekend, but the lack of sleep is not pregnancy-related.
Best moment this week: Finally getting home from one of the longest.weekends.ever.
Movement: Baby is moving, we can't feel it.
Food cravings: No specific cravings, just food in general.
Gender: Thinking we're closer to deciding to keep it a surprise.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. It's already starting to look a little different, and I'm worried.
What I miss: beer :) Not too bad though.
What I am looking forward to: Hopefully hearing the heartbeat today, and then being able to tell family!
Weekly wisdom: Write appointments in your calendar as soon as you make them!!
Milestones: double digits, and being 1/4 of the way through!!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Update...kinda
No new info :( I am an idiot...
We showed up nice and early to my 11:30 appt only to find out it was actually at 10am. I have no idea how I got confused! They usually call to confirm 24-48 hours before, but this time they didn't. I called to confirm yesterday at 4:45 but they had closed at 4:30 so nobody was there. I feel so dumb!! Now I've got to wait 8 days until my new appointment...
We showed up nice and early to my 11:30 appt only to find out it was actually at 10am. I have no idea how I got confused! They usually call to confirm 24-48 hours before, but this time they didn't. I called to confirm yesterday at 4:45 but they had closed at 4:30 so nobody was there. I feel so dumb!! Now I've got to wait 8 days until my new appointment...
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Counting down the hours...
until my appointment. I am not worried that something is wrong- I mean, not any more than normal. I am more worried that we won't get confirmation that everything is okay, and we will have to wait another month to tell people! I am really hoping that they will try to hear the heartbeat on the doppler. It may be too early and they may not hear anything, but I don't think that I would be more concerned than if they didn't try at all, so I hope they do it. If they don't do it on their own, I think I will beg them to. Hope it works!! If all goes well and we hear the heartbeat, we will be telling Mr. Beaver's mom, along with our siblings, grandparents, etc. I may even see my cousins this weekend (we've got an OOT wedding) and I won't have to make excuses for not drinking! X*fingers crossed*X
Saturday, September 5, 2009
9 weeks completed!!!
Week 4 VS. Week 9:
Does it count as showing? I can see it! Less bloat too!
How far along? 9 weeks already!
Total weight gain/loss: Probably a few pounds, I'll find out for sure at the doctor's on wed.
Maternity clothes? Nope, and the bloat seems to be subsiding, so I'm hoping not to need them for a while.
Sleep: I need more sleep, but that is due to work. Fatigue has also subsided.
Best moment this week: I think just feeling better in general- no specific moment.
Movement: Supposedly the baby is moving around on his/her own now, but I obviously don't feel anything yet.
Food cravings: None, and I'm not needing to eat as much any more, and no nausea when I do get hungry.
Gender: Thinking we're closer to deciding to keep it a surprise.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: beer :) Not too bad though.
What I am looking forward to: Knowing everything is okay. I know it's normal for symptoms to come and go, but when all of mine disappeared all of a sudden, it made me worried. I just want to know that there is still a baby growing in there. Hopefully they will be able to tell me that at my appointment on Wed.
Weekly wisdom: Hmm... none really. I guess I will make a suggestion- drinking hot water with lemon seemed to help when I was feeling bloated earlier in the week.
Milestones: The baby has graduated from "embryo" to "fetus" status!! Also, this is the last week of single digit weeks!
Does it count as showing? I can see it! Less bloat too!How far along? 9 weeks already!
Total weight gain/loss: Probably a few pounds, I'll find out for sure at the doctor's on wed.
Maternity clothes? Nope, and the bloat seems to be subsiding, so I'm hoping not to need them for a while.
Sleep: I need more sleep, but that is due to work. Fatigue has also subsided.
Best moment this week: I think just feeling better in general- no specific moment.
Movement: Supposedly the baby is moving around on his/her own now, but I obviously don't feel anything yet.
Food cravings: None, and I'm not needing to eat as much any more, and no nausea when I do get hungry.
Gender: Thinking we're closer to deciding to keep it a surprise.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: beer :) Not too bad though.
What I am looking forward to: Knowing everything is okay. I know it's normal for symptoms to come and go, but when all of mine disappeared all of a sudden, it made me worried. I just want to know that there is still a baby growing in there. Hopefully they will be able to tell me that at my appointment on Wed.
Weekly wisdom: Hmm... none really. I guess I will make a suggestion- drinking hot water with lemon seemed to help when I was feeling bloated earlier in the week.
Milestones: The baby has graduated from "embryo" to "fetus" status!! Also, this is the last week of single digit weeks!
Friday, September 4, 2009
Bad day, long week :(
After a very, very looong week of being very busy and tired, I had a bad day today. I was running an errand before going to work, and I was trying to find parking. There was not a single spot, until I was turning right onto a one-way street, and I saw a spot a few car lengths back. Nobody was coming, so I put my car in reverse, and backed up right as someone was pulling out of the parking lot I had just pulled out of :( I have my first dent in my car that I have had for less than a month. I'm hoping she doesn't find any damage on her car so my insurance doesn't find out...
In other news, I have been crazy busy with work and have the added stress of having a house guest here for a week. I don't mind having a friend here, but it's no fun to have to hide being pregnant 24/7 when I used to be able to come home to all of my pregnancy books and sonogram picture on the fridge. Luckily my symptoms have all pretty much disappeared (this is my "other news"). I am exhausted, but that is from not sleeping enough and working a ton- my work always takes a lot out of me. Now I am just trying to keep away the thoughts that something is wrong because my symptoms are gone... luckily I go for my next appointment on Wednesday. If everything is okay then I don't mind not having symptoms, I just need the doctor to confirm that. We are planning on telling Mr. Beaver's mom and all of our siblings after this appointment, so hopefully everything goes well!
Now I'm off to fake drink/avoid "why aren't you drinking?" questions and be social.
Have a good weekend!
In other news, I have been crazy busy with work and have the added stress of having a house guest here for a week. I don't mind having a friend here, but it's no fun to have to hide being pregnant 24/7 when I used to be able to come home to all of my pregnancy books and sonogram picture on the fridge. Luckily my symptoms have all pretty much disappeared (this is my "other news"). I am exhausted, but that is from not sleeping enough and working a ton- my work always takes a lot out of me. Now I am just trying to keep away the thoughts that something is wrong because my symptoms are gone... luckily I go for my next appointment on Wednesday. If everything is okay then I don't mind not having symptoms, I just need the doctor to confirm that. We are planning on telling Mr. Beaver's mom and all of our siblings after this appointment, so hopefully everything goes well!
Now I'm off to fake drink/avoid "why aren't you drinking?" questions and be social.
Have a good weekend!
Monday, August 31, 2009
quick note- realization
OH MY GOODNESS.....
Today is the last day of August!!!!!!!!! How is time going so fast??
I remember feeling this way when June ended. That feels like a week or so ago.
Not good, I need to get working.
Today is the last day of August!!!!!!!!! How is time going so fast??
I remember feeling this way when June ended. That feels like a week or so ago.
Not good, I need to get working.
Late post, more bloat, no new updates!
Life has been relatively uneventful since my post a week ago. I've been tired and felt too lazy to update- sorry! Here's my delayed 8 weeks picture/survey:
(Picture taken by me with the auto-function on my camera. Mr. Beaver was asleep and I felt bad waking him just for a picture...)
How far along? 8 weeks... 20% done I guess? 8/40 weeks, right?
Total weight gain/loss: I'm thinking I put on a couple of pounds, but I fluctuate so much during the day, I'm not sure.
Maternity clothes? Nope but I'm seriously considering getting a be band thing I keep hearing about. I got a few baggy shirts because all of my stuff is fitted, but I have to keep reminding myself that I'm the only one noticing my bloated belly!!
Sleep: Some days I feel fine, but most days I am still sooo tired. I have been sleeping the same at night, but wake up feeling like I did an abs class the day before!
Best moment this week: hmm... I guess finishing two of several projects I've got going on. Unrelated to baby making, but I am waiting to finish all of my projects before telling work the big news, so kinda relevant.
Movement: just the flickering heartbeat on the ultrasound
Food cravings: not much... I did want hard or sour candy the other day, which is very weird for me. I didn't have any, so I had some seltzer with cranberry juice and some lemon squeezed in, which was yummy.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: not feeling tired and crappy,
What I am looking forward to: still the same...My 1st appt on Sept. 9. I am hoping they will try to hear the heartbeat on the doppler! We may start telling family after that.
Weekly wisdom: As tired as I feel, it usually helps to get up and do stuff!
Milestones: I guess hitting the 1/5th of the way through mark
(Picture taken by me with the auto-function on my camera. Mr. Beaver was asleep and I felt bad waking him just for a picture...)
How far along? 8 weeks... 20% done I guess? 8/40 weeks, right?Total weight gain/loss: I'm thinking I put on a couple of pounds, but I fluctuate so much during the day, I'm not sure.
Maternity clothes? Nope but I'm seriously considering getting a be band thing I keep hearing about. I got a few baggy shirts because all of my stuff is fitted, but I have to keep reminding myself that I'm the only one noticing my bloated belly!!
Sleep: Some days I feel fine, but most days I am still sooo tired. I have been sleeping the same at night, but wake up feeling like I did an abs class the day before!
Best moment this week: hmm... I guess finishing two of several projects I've got going on. Unrelated to baby making, but I am waiting to finish all of my projects before telling work the big news, so kinda relevant.
Movement: just the flickering heartbeat on the ultrasound
Food cravings: not much... I did want hard or sour candy the other day, which is very weird for me. I didn't have any, so I had some seltzer with cranberry juice and some lemon squeezed in, which was yummy.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: not feeling tired and crappy,
What I am looking forward to: still the same...My 1st appt on Sept. 9. I am hoping they will try to hear the heartbeat on the doppler! We may start telling family after that.
Weekly wisdom: As tired as I feel, it usually helps to get up and do stuff!
Milestones: I guess hitting the 1/5th of the way through mark
Monday, August 24, 2009
Spanx+mocktails
I felt so blah today, I wore my spanx to try to hold in the bloat. It worked pretty well!! I don't think I felt like I looked bloated at all, the whole day! Win!
I had to lie to friends about drinking again- second time in a week. I wish I had stuck to my plan to not drink all the time while we were trying, so that when it happened it wouldn't be a sudden change. I either lie when I tell them what I am drinking (because they ask), or I tell the truth, or turn down an offered alcoholic drink, and have to lie about why I am not drinking. When I say I am driving (not a lie!) I am offered rides, a place to stay, and weird looks since I've always allowed myself a drink if I will be somewhere for at least two hours. I hope people aren't mad at me for lying, and don't think I'm crazy for what I feel is going a little overboard trying to hide my pregnancy!! I just am not ready for work to know, which is what will happen once it is on facebook...
I had to lie to friends about drinking again- second time in a week. I wish I had stuck to my plan to not drink all the time while we were trying, so that when it happened it wouldn't be a sudden change. I either lie when I tell them what I am drinking (because they ask), or I tell the truth, or turn down an offered alcoholic drink, and have to lie about why I am not drinking. When I say I am driving (not a lie!) I am offered rides, a place to stay, and weird looks since I've always allowed myself a drink if I will be somewhere for at least two hours. I hope people aren't mad at me for lying, and don't think I'm crazy for what I feel is going a little overboard trying to hide my pregnancy!! I just am not ready for work to know, which is what will happen once it is on facebook...
Saturday, August 22, 2009
7 Week Belly Pic = Bloat :(
OMG.... I don't know what happened in the past week- I swear I've been eating the same, exercising almost as much- just cut down on the intensity. I am CRAZY bloated! This is actually what I've looked like before bed each night, after the whole day of eating/drinking, but this picture (like all of the past pictures) was taken in the morning. This is what I thought I'd look like in a month or two... wow.
How far along? 7 Weeks already!
Total weight gain/loss: nada, despite my growing belly!
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: Still sleepy during the day and taking a nap some/most days. I'm not having trouble getting up in the morning, though, and feel pretty rested.
Best moment this week: SEEING THE HEARTBEAT!!!!!!
Movement: just the flickering heartbeat on the ultrasound
Food cravings: Just food in general- fast and furious, but then I can't even eat a whole serving.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: A friend made hurricanes a couple of nights ago and I had to turn them down... I LOVE them (was our signature wedding drink!) and everyone was talking about how good they were :( definitely worth it though!!!
What I am looking forward to: My 1st appt on Sept. 9. I am hoping they will try to hear the heartbeat on the doppler! We may start telling family after that.
Weekly wisdom: umm... bloat sucks?
Milestones: Seeing the heartbeat!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
I'm Pregnant!!!!!!!
I feel like I can finally get excited :)
The heartbeat was flickering at about 115 bpm. Awesome.
EDD adjusted to April 10 (which is exactly what I thought it was from the beginning).
More tomorrow... right now just celebrating and enjoying how happy we are!
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Week 6- check!
Oops- forget belly pics!!! Mr. Beaver thinks that I am just sticking my stomach out more each week, but I think I am just getting more and more bloated :)
(PS- I am purposely wearing the same sweatpants for each picture- I feel like I look so different in different pants, I thought it would be easiest to compare/contrast in the same ones. I don't always wear the same thing, or have "Saturday morning sweats" ha! I just slip them on for the picture, as you can tell by the mis-matched tops :))
According to my EDD (that I calculated, not the doctor's), I am 6 full weeks into my pregnancy! I didn't do a week 5 survey because nothing really changed... there still isn't much that has changed, but here it is anyway!
How far along? 6 Weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: I fluctuate so much within a day, it's hard to say... but maybe a lb?
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: Still sleepy during the day and taking a nap some/most days. I'm not having trouble getting up in the morning, though, and feel pretty rested.
Best moment this week: Mr. Beaver and I talked about names- nothing serious, but it was fun to think about! He actually loved one of my girl names!
Movement: nope
Food cravings: Nothing specific, but bouts of starvation hit me very fast, and I can't go to bed on an empty stomach or I end up getting up an hour later to eat.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: Right now nothing. We went to dinner at a microbrewery and for a second I wished I could try a beer, but I don't really miss it.
What I am looking forward to: The follow-up ultrasound on Wednesday!!!!!
Weekly wisdom: hmm....graham crackers and milk are a good way to satiate hunger at night!
Milestones: I don't feel like we have hit any milestones this week :( It has just been full of worry and anxiety for Wednesday!! I guess the baby hit the milestone that (s)he SHOULD have a steady heartbeat now- we'll find out on wednesday!!!
(PS- I am purposely wearing the same sweatpants for each picture- I feel like I look so different in different pants, I thought it would be easiest to compare/contrast in the same ones. I don't always wear the same thing, or have "Saturday morning sweats" ha! I just slip them on for the picture, as you can tell by the mis-matched tops :))
According to my EDD (that I calculated, not the doctor's), I am 6 full weeks into my pregnancy! I didn't do a week 5 survey because nothing really changed... there still isn't much that has changed, but here it is anyway!
How far along? 6 Weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: I fluctuate so much within a day, it's hard to say... but maybe a lb?
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: Still sleepy during the day and taking a nap some/most days. I'm not having trouble getting up in the morning, though, and feel pretty rested.
Best moment this week: Mr. Beaver and I talked about names- nothing serious, but it was fun to think about! He actually loved one of my girl names!
Movement: nope
Food cravings: Nothing specific, but bouts of starvation hit me very fast, and I can't go to bed on an empty stomach or I end up getting up an hour later to eat.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: Right now nothing. We went to dinner at a microbrewery and for a second I wished I could try a beer, but I don't really miss it.
What I am looking forward to: The follow-up ultrasound on Wednesday!!!!!
Weekly wisdom: hmm....graham crackers and milk are a good way to satiate hunger at night!
Milestones: I don't feel like we have hit any milestones this week :( It has just been full of worry and anxiety for Wednesday!! I guess the baby hit the milestone that (s)he SHOULD have a steady heartbeat now- we'll find out on wednesday!!!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
One more week...
Just a quick update:
We heard back from the doctor's office and we are going to go in for another ultrasound. They said that they wanted to do it at least 10 days after the first, but next Wednesday was the first morning appointment they had, which I took so that Mr. Beaver can come with me.
I can't wait to see that everything is okay with our baby!!
We heard back from the doctor's office and we are going to go in for another ultrasound. They said that they wanted to do it at least 10 days after the first, but next Wednesday was the first morning appointment they had, which I took so that Mr. Beaver can come with me.
I can't wait to see that everything is okay with our baby!!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
My Mom Knows!! :)
I have been going back and forth on whether to tell my mom or wait. I would've told her the second I saw her, but since she's been in Utah and I am in Pennsylvania, that did not happen. I thought about waiting for her to go back to Florida and going down there to tell, but it is such an unnecessary cost- probably about the same as a crib, or at least a car seat or travel system!
Anyway- I accepted the fact that I would not be able to tell her in person, and decided to do it over the phone. The next decision was when. I would love to have her support if anything happened, but she has so much going on that she is dealing with that I would not want to add more to her plate, so I thought about waiting until we know everything is OK. Then when I was talking to her and hearing her sound sad and stressed about everything, I realized it would cheer her up to know, and decided to do it asap. Here's how:
I told her to call when she was on her computer because I found something on the internet that would really cheer her up. She called when she was on her computer, and I told her I was looking for the link, but was sending a picture of DH and I from a wedding I was in last weekend. I hear her open the e-mail and comment, "That's weird, usually pictures just open in the e-mail." She opens the attachment and she sees the picture and says, "Oh wow, what a beautiful picture! You guys look so nice!!" and then silence.
I had used the whole Mastercard theme to tell her. You know the one (imagine something like this, on the side of the picture)...
Dress for Sara's wedding...................$200
Wine rack for gift............................... $150
Hotel in DC .......................................... $99
First picture of the three of us...Priceless!
(I'll post the actual "announcement" once we come out to the rest of the family)
Anyway- after a few seconds of silence, I asked if she had read it. She seemed stunned and then started yelling my name, and asking if it was for real. I could tell she was absolutely terrified it was a joke. I told her it was for real and she sounded happier than she has in a long time. It was great :)
We spent a while talking about her pregnancies and she reassured me about a lot of things. I'm excited now to be able to call and talk to her about being pregnant and go to her with any questions I have. I am so happy that I decided to tell early!!! It was so much fun to tell someone too- now it's going to be even harder to keep the secret...
I'm hoping we get a web cam in time to tell my MIL, because I think her reaction will be youtube worthy. If it is anything like her reaction to our engagement it will definitely be amusing.
Anyway- I accepted the fact that I would not be able to tell her in person, and decided to do it over the phone. The next decision was when. I would love to have her support if anything happened, but she has so much going on that she is dealing with that I would not want to add more to her plate, so I thought about waiting until we know everything is OK. Then when I was talking to her and hearing her sound sad and stressed about everything, I realized it would cheer her up to know, and decided to do it asap. Here's how:
I told her to call when she was on her computer because I found something on the internet that would really cheer her up. She called when she was on her computer, and I told her I was looking for the link, but was sending a picture of DH and I from a wedding I was in last weekend. I hear her open the e-mail and comment, "That's weird, usually pictures just open in the e-mail." She opens the attachment and she sees the picture and says, "Oh wow, what a beautiful picture! You guys look so nice!!" and then silence.
I had used the whole Mastercard theme to tell her. You know the one (imagine something like this, on the side of the picture)...
Dress for Sara's wedding...................$200
Wine rack for gift............................... $150
Hotel in DC .......................................... $99
First picture of the three of us...Priceless!
(I'll post the actual "announcement" once we come out to the rest of the family)
Anyway- after a few seconds of silence, I asked if she had read it. She seemed stunned and then started yelling my name, and asking if it was for real. I could tell she was absolutely terrified it was a joke. I told her it was for real and she sounded happier than she has in a long time. It was great :)
We spent a while talking about her pregnancies and she reassured me about a lot of things. I'm excited now to be able to call and talk to her about being pregnant and go to her with any questions I have. I am so happy that I decided to tell early!!! It was so much fun to tell someone too- now it's going to be even harder to keep the secret...
I'm hoping we get a web cam in time to tell my MIL, because I think her reaction will be youtube worthy. If it is anything like her reaction to our engagement it will definitely be amusing.
Friday, August 7, 2009
Bloodwork is back and...
I'm going to have an ultrasound today! My HCG was at 3217. I guess if it is over 2000 they don't take a second beta, instead they do an ultrasound. I'm not sure what, if anything, we will see, but hopefully it goes well!! Mr. Beaver is going to try to get there in time, but he said it would be hard. He said early next week would be worse, so today it is. I'm very excited but also nervous. I don't know if they will be able to tell if anything is wrong yet, but hopefully there will be some indication that all is well in my uterus :)
So an update from my ultrasound....
Based on my LMP I am 5 weeks, 5 days pregnant. My doctor put me at 5 weeks, 4 days. I think they are both wrong... I think that today I am 4 weeks 6 days. At least that is what I am hoping, or even that I am less pregnant than that. Conception day could be a day or so later than ovulation, right?
We went for the ultrasound and all we saw was an empty sack. If I am very early, then that is normal, and my pregnancy is real and progressing normally. If I am as far along as my doctor thinks, I feel like we should have seen more. What really worries me is that they expected to be able to see enough to know the pregnancy is viable based on my high hCG number, but this is not what happened. I have gone over many different scenarios in my head and decided I'm going to try not to think about it until Monday when the doctor (hopefully) calls. I wonder if I will worry any less after these first few weeks, or if I should get used to feeling like this for the rest of my pregnancy- or life?!
So an update from my ultrasound....
Based on my LMP I am 5 weeks, 5 days pregnant. My doctor put me at 5 weeks, 4 days. I think they are both wrong... I think that today I am 4 weeks 6 days. At least that is what I am hoping, or even that I am less pregnant than that. Conception day could be a day or so later than ovulation, right?
We went for the ultrasound and all we saw was an empty sack. If I am very early, then that is normal, and my pregnancy is real and progressing normally. If I am as far along as my doctor thinks, I feel like we should have seen more. What really worries me is that they expected to be able to see enough to know the pregnancy is viable based on my high hCG number, but this is not what happened. I have gone over many different scenarios in my head and decided I'm going to try not to think about it until Monday when the doctor (hopefully) calls. I wonder if I will worry any less after these first few weeks, or if I should get used to feeling like this for the rest of my pregnancy- or life?!
Thursday, August 6, 2009
First Appointment!
Today is my first appointment with my OB. It is only a "confirmation" appointment, so I don't think they will do much. It sounds like many of the girls I "talk" to on a pregnancy messageboard get ultrasounds at their first appointment, but I think it will be too early for me today.
Will come back with an update in a few hours!!
UPDATE!!
The appointment went well :)
It was mostly what I expected- weight, blood pressure, info on what to eat, etc. I didn't expect an internal exam, because I had just gotten my annual pap done a few weeks ago. The dr. did do one though, to check my uterus. She said it felt "very pregnant!" That made me very happy!
I went to the lab right after my appointment to get my bloodwork done. I'm not sure exactly what they were testing, but they took about 6 vials of blood!! I get more taken Saturday, and then they will look at my HCG numbers to make sure that they at least double. I go back to the OB in early September, when they think we will be able to see the heartbeat!!! So exciting! I can't wait...
Will come back with an update in a few hours!!
UPDATE!!
The appointment went well :)
It was mostly what I expected- weight, blood pressure, info on what to eat, etc. I didn't expect an internal exam, because I had just gotten my annual pap done a few weeks ago. The dr. did do one though, to check my uterus. She said it felt "very pregnant!" That made me very happy!
I went to the lab right after my appointment to get my bloodwork done. I'm not sure exactly what they were testing, but they took about 6 vials of blood!! I get more taken Saturday, and then they will look at my HCG numbers to make sure that they at least double. I go back to the OB in early September, when they think we will be able to see the heartbeat!!! So exciting! I can't wait...
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
First Belly Pic
So...I have no idea if it makes sense to post belly pics this early. I don't know when I will actually start to show? Or if there is any point to putting pictures up, knowing they are just pictures of bloat and not baby? I think I'll put up the first picture as a sort of "Before", and then see how I look each week and decide as I go.
Before:
I've seen other girls fill out a weekly questionnaire to keep track of their pregnancy progression and symptoms. I think it's a fun idea
How far along? In the pic above, 3w 6d. I'll fill this out for 4 weeks and then do it each week.
Total weight gain/loss: 0 lbs
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: I am sleeping sooo much. I do wake up once a night, but I've always done that.
Best moment this week: Finding out!! (getting the BFP, especially on the digital)
Movement: of course not
Food cravings: Nothing really. I do feel hungry more often, but can't eat as much at once.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: Right now nothing. I guess it was weird not having champagne with my friend this weekend before her wedding, but didn't really miss it.
What I am looking forward to: My first doctor appt and getting betas drawn. I am so nervous, and can't wait for some reassurance that everything is progressing OK.
Weekly wisdom: people don't notice you not drinking as much as you may expect!
Milestones: the BFP and telling the first people (friends at the wedding)
Before:
I've seen other girls fill out a weekly questionnaire to keep track of their pregnancy progression and symptoms. I think it's a fun idea
How far along? In the pic above, 3w 6d. I'll fill this out for 4 weeks and then do it each week.
Total weight gain/loss: 0 lbs
Maternity clothes? Nope
Sleep: I am sleeping sooo much. I do wake up once a night, but I've always done that.
Best moment this week: Finding out!! (getting the BFP, especially on the digital)
Movement: of course not
Food cravings: Nothing really. I do feel hungry more often, but can't eat as much at once.
Gender: ?? Not sure yet if we even want to find out.
Labor signs: nope
Belly Button in or out? I have an outie, so it's always out. I guess I'll report if it seems to be more out later?
What I miss: Right now nothing. I guess it was weird not having champagne with my friend this weekend before her wedding, but didn't really miss it.
What I am looking forward to: My first doctor appt and getting betas drawn. I am so nervous, and can't wait for some reassurance that everything is progressing OK.
Weekly wisdom: people don't notice you not drinking as much as you may expect!
Milestones: the BFP and telling the first people (friends at the wedding)
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Time to start a blog...
I've been thinking about doing it for a while, but after our exciting news this week I decided it was finally time to start a blog.
We're having a baby!!!
I don't know that anyone will actually read this blog for a while, as we aren't sure when we will tell the families, but it seems like a blog is a great place way to think, reflect, vent, and all of the other stuff that I'm sure I will need to do over the next nine months. Besides, my friends already get annoyed with how much I go on about our furbaby, I can imagine none of them will stick around if they are my only outlet for all of my obsessive baby ramblings!
It is still very early, and we are still very cautious. Online due date calculators estimate my due date to be between April 10-14, 2010, which puts me right around 4 weeks now. I'm anxiously awaiting my "confirmation appointment" this Thursday, even though I have no idea what will happen! Hopefully I will at least get some information that everything is going OK so far and we have a healthy baby on the way. For now I'm just waiting for the books I've ordered to get here so I can start reading up on what's going to happen to me and everything I should and shouldn't be doing! Expect reviews on What to Expect When You're Expecting, The Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy, Your Pregnancy Week by Week, in the next few weeks ;) Maybe I can even get my husband to report on The Expectant Father. Can you tell I'm a little anxious?! We are just so excited and I need to feel some sense of control, which I know I really don't right now.
Here's to a happy and healthy nine months!!
Jamie
We're having a baby!!!
I don't know that anyone will actually read this blog for a while, as we aren't sure when we will tell the families, but it seems like a blog is a great place way to think, reflect, vent, and all of the other stuff that I'm sure I will need to do over the next nine months. Besides, my friends already get annoyed with how much I go on about our furbaby, I can imagine none of them will stick around if they are my only outlet for all of my obsessive baby ramblings!
It is still very early, and we are still very cautious. Online due date calculators estimate my due date to be between April 10-14, 2010, which puts me right around 4 weeks now. I'm anxiously awaiting my "confirmation appointment" this Thursday, even though I have no idea what will happen! Hopefully I will at least get some information that everything is going OK so far and we have a healthy baby on the way. For now I'm just waiting for the books I've ordered to get here so I can start reading up on what's going to happen to me and everything I should and shouldn't be doing! Expect reviews on What to Expect When You're Expecting, The Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy, Your Pregnancy Week by Week, in the next few weeks ;) Maybe I can even get my husband to report on The Expectant Father. Can you tell I'm a little anxious?! We are just so excited and I need to feel some sense of control, which I know I really don't right now.
Here's to a happy and healthy nine months!!
Jamie
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