Baby Bump Chronicles 11w

Due Date:    February 16th

Zodiac Sign:  AQUARIUS-which has characteristics of being good communicators, being friendly, intelligent, and strong-willed.

Symptoms:  I'm not as tired as I have been, so that's a plus.  I'm almost out of this first trimester, so I am excited about that.  My boobies are still sore, but I'm dealing with that.  I also have a breakout going on with my face.  I really hope this clears up fast.  I don't get nauseous like I would before, so that's a big plus.  Pretty much, this is a good pregnancy.  Thank God!

How big is the Baby:  The size of a fig and over 1 1/2 inches long.

Any Cravings:  No real cravings.  I do like eating fruit. I've always liked fruit, so I don't know if I can really call that a craving.

What can't you stand to eat?  I still can't stand Mayo or creamy stuff.  It just irks me.

Any Anticipations?  I am ready to officially be in my second trimester, and to hear the heartbeat again at our next appointment.  I plan to make a list of things that I need to start working on for the baby this weekend.  I need to call some daycares, get some maternity clothes, schedule Scott and I for a baby CPR class at the hospital, start designing a nursery so we will know how we are going to decorate it, clean out the baby room, research car seats and other baby stuff, and the list goes on and on.  Now that I'm not as tired, I feel like I can get a lot done.  No time like the present to start on this long and growing list of things to do.

Maternity Clothes:  Still don't have any, but I plan to pick up a few items this weekend.  Some of my clothes are fitting a little snug.

Exercise:  Oh yeah, I do need to start doing something.  I have some exercises in my newest pregnancy book that I plan to do.  I have started stretching daily though.

Diet:  My diet is still pretty much the same.  Just enjoying eating like I always have!

Things I miss:  A good glass of wine, sleeping all the way through the night, and buying clothes from the Limited

Things I'm enjoying:  Scott talking to my belly bump, being in the bed early most nights, and people's reaction when they hear our news

Who all knows:  Pretty Much everyone.  Our families, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and as of Wednesday, our church members in the youth ministry that we both volunteer in.  Scott made the announcement during our first meeting for the upcoming school year.  Everyone started clapping and congratulating us.  It was a good feeling!

Latest Belly Pic:  See Below

Baby Bump at 11 weeks

Baby Bump Chronicles 10w4d

This is a book that my dr recommended that I read.  I am kind of excited about reading it.  I am usually a recreational fiction book reader, so this will be different for me.  I have some other books to read that my sister-in-law gave me, so I have a lot of reading to do.  I will give my review here soon, so stay tuned.

Baby Bump Chronicles- 10w

Due Date:    February 16th

Symptoms:    I have been sooooooooooo tired.  I don't think I have been this tired in my whole life.  I usually am able to get on up in the mornings, but lately I just lay in the bed until the last possible minute.  And that's not to mention that I get in the bed pretty early now, and I am still tired in the mornings.  I haven't had any morning sickness.  I get a little nauseous sometimes when I haven't eaten in a while.  As long as I keep something on my stomach, I am good though.  One other symptom is my boobies are sore, and I think they may be getting bigger already.  Can we say, "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!" Oh yeah about 3 times out of the week, I have to get up in the middle of the night to pee.  I am usually an all night sleeper, but not any more.

How Big is the Baby?  The size of a Kumquat.  I know you say, what in the world is a kumquat?  It's a fruit similar to an orange, and about the size of an olive.

Any Cravings?  Actually, I don't have any real cravings.  I just have to make sure that I have something on my stomach, or I get a little nauseous.  I did just up and made a pecan pie Tuesday night, and it's gone as of last night.....LOL  I do like having some fruit around.  I recently had some yummy watermelon that I wouldn't mind having some more of.  But for the most part, there isn't just one thing that I just have to have all the time.

What can't you stand to eat?  I can't stand mayo.  I have always loved chicken and tuna salad, but now I can't stand the site of it.  I think it's the white texture that bothers me.  All I can say is when I see it, it's GROSS!!!!

Any Anticipations?  I am looking forward to knowing the sex of the baby.  The Chinese Gender Predictor says that we are having a girl, but we shall see in due time.  I truly go with the old cliche'...It doesn't matter to me as long as he/she is healthy.

Maternity Clothes:  I haven't bought any yet, but I have noticed that some of my work slacks are a little snugger than normal.  I plan to get some cute dresses, maternity slacks and jeans, and flats .  Since I will be my biggest during the colder months, I want to get some outfits that I can wear then.  September through December is my favorite time of the year because of football, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and all the new season's tv shows.   I am really excited about this fall.

Exercise:  I haven't done a thing.  I do plan to start a little pregnancy workout because it will make the pregnancy better and even delivery easier.  I think I will start a workout plan this week.

Diet:  I have been eating a lot of fruit (pineapples, grapes, peaches, nectarines, watermelon, and strawberries).  I eat lots of yogurt and drink lots of water.   I think I am doing well with eating.  I just wish I had some good home-cooking.

Latest Belly Pic:  See below

Belly Pic at 10 weeks

Breaking News...

It's official, I'm Pregnant, or should I use the new lingo, Preggers or Prego.  I am currently 9w5d (that's 9 weeks and 5 days).  I'm due Feb 16th.  Scott and I are so excited.  Now that I have exciting happenings going on with me now, you will be hearing a lot more from me.  So stay tuned for the Baby Bump Chronicles to come.

Oh yeah, my good friend, Telischa, gave me The Belly Book as a gift today.  She is just the sweetest!  I can take pictures of my baby bump, and put the pictures in this book.  I can also keep a little journal with ultrasound pictures and interesting things that happen along the pregnancy.  I can't wait to enter my first journal posting here in the next few days.

 

Happy Dirty 30 Jermaine!!!!!!!!

Here's some pictures of a birthday dinner for our friend Jermaine at Famous Dave's. He turned the big 30..woo hoo!

 Jermaine

Michelle and Mary

The birthday cake...No, I didn't do it, but I think it did turn out well.

Scott and I

 

Transformers....More Than Meets The Eye

Jayden and Optimus Prime

Scott and Jayden with Optimus Prime

Thursday night, Scott, Jayden, and I went to the movies to see Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon.  We all enjoyed it.  It was very good and entertaining.  The only negative thing was that the movie was soooooo long.  Outside of that, I can say that I liked it better than Transformers 2.  I can also say that I missed Megan Fox as Sam Witwitcky's girlfriend.  I think Megan is a better fit versus this new Victoria Secret's model.  That's just my opinion, but who am I?  Any who,  Scott and I both enjoyed Jayden.  He is so cute!  He kept us both laughing.  We all had a great time and can't wait for Transformers 4 if there is one.