30 WEEKS!

Things are getting serious around our house! Within a week, we have a crib, a bassinet and a comfy rocking chair... all for baby! The nursery is coming along & I am LOVING how it is turning out. Just need to make the curtains, crib skirt, toss pillows, and add some final touches & it will be complete. It's so surreal walking by the room & seeing the crib! Can't wait for our baby boy to make it his cozy bed. Daddy worked hard putting the crib together while I watched and supervised :) It sure was a fun week getting ready for baby! It seems as if we're busy every week the next month and half so I know the next 2 months will fly by then BABY!

We had an appointment today & got to hear a healthy heartbeat. Tomorrow we go for an ultrasound which I am excited to see our growing baby boy. I decided to do the pregnancy quiz again this week.

How far along are you? 30w 1d

Total weight gain: Lets skip this question :)

How big is baby? Weighing between 3 to 4 pounds & 18 inches long!

Maternity clothes: YES... everything is maternity!

Stretch marks?: Nope... runs to rub lotion on my belly

Sleep? Sleep is okay... I wake up at least once to pee then sometimes have a hard time falling back asleep. The pelvis/ hip discomfort is bad at night.

Best moment this week? So many things! Crib, bassinet, chair, hearing a healthy heart beat!

Movement? Very much! He is a wiggle worm!

Food cravings? Im trying so hard to eat healthy but with the holidays near.. I can't get away from candy canes, cake pops, fresh baked cookies, brownies & kisses :/

Labor signs? Nope!

Belly button in or out? Flat but only a matter of days until it starts creeping out

What I miss: Nothing! I am loving pregnancy too much to miss anything!

What I'm looking forward to: Ultrasound tomorrow!

Milestone: Making it to 30 weeks! And having a baby crib in our house... such a great feeling!

3rd Trimester!

29 weeks (almost)

A week and a half ago I entered into the last 12 weeks of my pregnancy. Thinking of how fast the last 29 weeks have gone by, I know the next 10 1/2 weeks will be here before ya know it... especially with the holidays and showers in the near future. So far I am not nervous of birth or having a newborn. Part of me is anxious for our little man to be here while the other part of me is still patient and enjoying every kick and roll in my belly. I think Im gonna miss that part. So far I have begin to feel the effects of the third trimester.

Sleep:

My sleep is hit and miss. I fall asleep well (since Im so tired lately) and usually wake up around 2 or 3 to use the restroom. After that, some nights it takes me hours to fall back asleep. A few nights I've had heartburn, some nights just cant get comfortable all while having really achy pain in my lower pelvis (which started around 25 weeks). Some nights fall right back to sleep after the bathroom and can sleep til 10am... it just depends!

Movement:

I LOVE feeling little man move. Right when I wake up in the morning he quickly reminds me he is there. Also late a night as I lay in bed he is most active. His movement has gotten more powerful and sometimes he makes my belly all lopsided as he moves from side to side.

My body:

My body is experiencing changes ... to say the least. A growing belly, achy pelvis and waddle when I walk have all kicked in. I've also begin to feel the tiredness that I felt durning the 1st trimester which may have to do with not sleeping all to well at night.

Sunday night we celebrated my brother in law & father in law's birthday. We went to the Dead Fish in Crockett then back to Grandma's house. We had fun snapping pictures by the Christmas tree!

The Boys...

The Girls...

Today

Me & baby Connor today! Thats right we have a name... CONNOR!

27 weeks + 3 days

Im a few days behind on my 27 week post... better late then never :)

Dear Baby Boy,

This week lots has been happening. Not only outside, but you have been moving lots in mommys belly especially during the night when your daddy gets home from work. Your getting stronger every day and now weigh over 2lbs! Your mommy and daddy have been getting ready for your arrival. Your room is coming along quite nicely. We went with your Grandma Dixie and picked out a comfy chair for us to rock you back and forth to every night. Sitting in the chair, I can picture holding you, feeding you, and reading stories to you before bed. Daddy loves the chair and since it reclines, he said he will rock you anytime I want him too... Lets hope he keeps that promise :)

Sunday, the 20th we celebrated Thanksgiving at Grandma & Grandpas... it was the night you had yummy prime rib & potatoes.. remember? I enjoyed my week off from work and spent Thanksgiving at Brett & Christine's as Daddy had to work. I am looking forward to this upcoming week; decorating the tree, register for all the goodies you will use when you arrive, and a date night with Daddy to see the new Twilight movie! Here are a few sneak peaks into your future room & Thanksgiving. We love you baby boy & cannot wait to meet you in 12 weeks!

love, Mommy & Daddy

And some Thanksgiving belly pictures!

Thankful!

I am constantly reminded of how lucky I am. With less than a week to thanksgiving I want to start a list of things I am most thankful for

My hubby: He is an amazing partner and friend. Any moment, at any time I need him he is there. He makes me laugh and treats me like a princess. He supports my goals, encourages my dreams and hugs me when I freak out thinking life to overwhelming. In these last months he has shown me that he is going to be an amazing father to our son. He works hard durning hours that most of us are sleeping to take care of me, our baby, our home and our pup. He is self-less and kind and everyone who knows Derek can agree- he is such a fun person to be around.

My parents: Knowing that I will soon be a mommy in just 3 short months makes me see my parents role in a different light. I am so impressed with how easy they have made parenting look. My parents are ALWAYS there for me. They have spent countless hours helping Derek & I work on our house. My mama still spoils me with little gifts and my daddy is our go to question man when Derek & I have questions about grow up things... loans, mortgage, taxes, plumbing, retirement...my dad has answers! I am so impressed with their love and selflessness they have for Derek & I (& Radar & baby too).

God: I am so grateful for my faith in God. He has given me to much to be grateful for. His presence alone gets me through my rough day and I know that with God, all things are possible. Whenever I question why something happened, I turn to God and I always know that everything happens for a reason. God has a plan for each of us and I pray to God every night, thanking him and asking him for protection and support.

I think I'll stop there for today. I'll be back throughout the week to add more to my list!

25 Weeks!

Things are finally feeling back to normal this week. I am feeling better, still sore and achy at the end of the day, but all and all I am okay & so is baby.

Monday the 7th we had a regular prenatal appointment. Baby's heartbeat was strong around 140bpm! I had to chug this delicious glucose drink...

It didnt taste as bad as I was expecting... although I'm glad I dont have to drink it again... til the next baby :) My doctor called the next day and informed me I do not have gestational diabetes but I am slightly anemic :( I have now started taking an extra iron supplement which is this ...

I've also invested in this a few weeks ago and am making sure to use it daily! So far I am stretch mark free...

Here is my 24 1/2 week belly picture. I look like Im hunched over or something but Im not. Plus it kinda looks like Im holding a ballon under my shirt hehe... no ballon.. just a baby! We were heading to my parents for dinner & Derek quickly took one picture before we left.

Sunday Night went to my parents for dinner. It was the first time I'd seen Brett & Christine since the wedding. It was great to recap the fun weekend & hear all about their Caymen Island honeymoon. Here is Christine & Me!

And for fun... I wanted to fill out this survey I've seen on a few other blogs.

How far along are you? 25 weeks!
How big is your baby girl? 1.8- 2 lbs (according to my What to Expect app)
How long is your baby girl? 9 inches
How much weight have you gained? 14 LBS Maybe its just me but I dont think I look like I've gained 14 lbs but the doctor don't lie. And if you know me in person... agree with me please :)
Do you have any stretch marks? Negative
Are you wearing maternity clothes? Mostly! Some shirts still are long enough but maternity clothes are 100% more comfortable. Plus with the rainy weather now here maternity leggings with boots is my go to outfit!
How are you sleeping through the night? I wake up once or twice to use the restroom. Also Derek wakes me up when he gets home from work. And his 4:45am alarm clock (that he sleeps through) is quite annoying on the mornings he goes hunting. But I love him anyways :)
What was the best moment this week? MOVEMENT! In the last week, his movement is much powerful. Also Derek has been able to feel him more too! Which gives him a "holy cow" look on his face every time hehe

Food cravings: Well I've made chocolate chip cookies 3 times
Movements? Yes...
Belly button? Still an innie but kinda flat looking.. it's gonna pop out in a few weeks I feel like.
What I miss? Nothing! I really LOVE being pregnant. Its too amazing to miss anything!
Labor signs? Nope & lets keep it that way for 15 weeks!
What I am looking forward to? Enjoying the next 3 months preparing for our baby & hopefully buying a new (used) car this week! We've had a rental since the accident & we must return it on Wednesday.
Milestone? A healthy heartbeat!

My brother is married!

With all the chaos of this week... I never wrote about my brother & Christine's wedding! It was an amazing day! I only have a few pictures so I'll leave you with those :)

Me & Hubby at the Rehersal Dinner

The Newlyweds!