Well look at me! It only took me HALF the pregnancy to get each week going as it’s own post. (cue the dance party music)
Date: 1/15/14
How far along: 21 weeks
Fruit-size comparison: Little Peep is the size of a pomegranate (Fun fact: I’ve never had a pomegranate before, not even the seeds)
Developmental milestones: His digestive system has started working & he is now producing meconium for the first time we get to change his diaper (and yes, I’m absolutely looking forward to this and every other “first”)
Developmental milestones: His digestive system has started working & he is now producing meconium for the first time we get to change his diaper (and yes, I’m absolutely looking forward to this and every other “first”)
Maternity clothes: Oh yes! I was worried about work clothes when a packaged arrived on my door step with some wonderful hand-me-down dresses that are perfect for work! Thank you so much Christine for this blessing!
Weight gain: 9lbs, and I'm pretty happy about this. My doctor was pleased as well.
Stretch Marks: Still nothing here
Sleep: I sleep like a rock and I'm counting my blessings here. I have multiple potty breaks and if Little Peep is having acrobatic practice during this time, sometimes I wait to fall back to sleep just so that we get some special time together; I don't want to miss a moment with him.
Best moment of the week: 1- I moved to my new doctor this week and I have so much peace with this transition. We had a lot of issues with my previous OB and fertility specialist (seriously too many to list), so I was really looking forward to this switch. On Monday, which was a holiday and the office was closed but I just happened to run into my new care giver as I was checking out my new hospital, and he just gave me an impromptu 45 minute “let’s check out the baby” session for FREE!!! It was so nice of him to just take the time to get to know me and Little Peep and what we wanted. I wept because I was just so grateful for the Lord placing him in our lives to take care of us. Since I had the impromptu ultrasound, I got to see him wiggling all around & hear his sweet heartbeat. Everything is measuring exactly on schedule, with the exception of Little Peep’s legs….they are measuring a week in advance in length (go figure that one out with a 6’7 dad hehe). It looks like the majority of my belly is reserved for his legs lol During the ultrasound we also saw him practice breathing, which apparently isn’t supposed to start until 24-28 weeks. My baby is a genius…..think he could be a neuroscientist like his mama??? We also saw him holding his hands like he was praying again. What a cute little boy and I just can’t wait to meet him. 2- My best friend (sorority sister, roommate from college, and bridesmaid from my wedding) came to visit this past weekend. It was SO nice to see her again. I sure have missed her, so the weekend was fabulous and filled with chatting and catching up. A dream weekend! Katie, I can’t wait for you to come back to TX!!!
Weight gain: 9lbs, and I'm pretty happy about this. My doctor was pleased as well.
Stretch Marks: Still nothing here
Sleep: I sleep like a rock and I'm counting my blessings here. I have multiple potty breaks and if Little Peep is having acrobatic practice during this time, sometimes I wait to fall back to sleep just so that we get some special time together; I don't want to miss a moment with him.
Best moment of the week: 1- I moved to my new doctor this week and I have so much peace with this transition. We had a lot of issues with my previous OB and fertility specialist (seriously too many to list), so I was really looking forward to this switch. On Monday, which was a holiday and the office was closed but I just happened to run into my new care giver as I was checking out my new hospital, and he just gave me an impromptu 45 minute “let’s check out the baby” session for FREE!!! It was so nice of him to just take the time to get to know me and Little Peep and what we wanted. I wept because I was just so grateful for the Lord placing him in our lives to take care of us. Since I had the impromptu ultrasound, I got to see him wiggling all around & hear his sweet heartbeat. Everything is measuring exactly on schedule, with the exception of Little Peep’s legs….they are measuring a week in advance in length (go figure that one out with a 6’7 dad hehe). It looks like the majority of my belly is reserved for his legs lol During the ultrasound we also saw him practice breathing, which apparently isn’t supposed to start until 24-28 weeks. My baby is a genius…..think he could be a neuroscientist like his mama??? We also saw him holding his hands like he was praying again. What a cute little boy and I just can’t wait to meet him. 2- My best friend (sorority sister, roommate from college, and bridesmaid from my wedding) came to visit this past weekend. It was SO nice to see her again. I sure have missed her, so the weekend was fabulous and filled with chatting and catching up. A dream weekend! Katie, I can’t wait for you to come back to TX!!!
Movement: More and more everyday, and I just love it. He isn’t very aggressive (yet) with his movements but I can definitely tell he is there.
Cravings: Still pizza, salads, & subs
Gender: A little man is on the way :-)
Belly button in or out: Innie
Wedding ring: On
Anything making you queasy/sick: Still mouthwash, but only in the evenings
What I miss: Nothing really
What I’m looking forward to: Working on our registry this weekend…..what are some must-haves that I need????
Labor signs: No, and hopefully still not for a while
Symptoms: My upper back in the evenings is sore sometimes so I’m still working those exercises. We did find out at the beginning of January that Little Peep and I have some placenta issues. For now I’m just on pelvic rest, no exercise, lifting, or anything strenuous. We’re hoping to keep me off bed rest for now (and preterm labor of course), because not only do we not want the placenta to rupture but because of my blood type, we don’t want our bloods mixing. Please say a prayer for us if you get a chance! Let’s see what else? My center of gravity is off now. I’ve fallen out of the shower twice (like through the curtain) and I’m constantly running into chairs. It’s almost as if my depth perception is off. Crazy and funny.
Cravings: Still pizza, salads, & subs
Gender: A little man is on the way :-)
Belly button in or out: Innie
Wedding ring: On
Anything making you queasy/sick: Still mouthwash, but only in the evenings
What I miss: Nothing really
What I’m looking forward to: Working on our registry this weekend…..what are some must-haves that I need????
Labor signs: No, and hopefully still not for a while
Symptoms: My upper back in the evenings is sore sometimes so I’m still working those exercises. We did find out at the beginning of January that Little Peep and I have some placenta issues. For now I’m just on pelvic rest, no exercise, lifting, or anything strenuous. We’re hoping to keep me off bed rest for now (and preterm labor of course), because not only do we not want the placenta to rupture but because of my blood type, we don’t want our bloods mixing. Please say a prayer for us if you get a chance! Let’s see what else? My center of gravity is off now. I’ve fallen out of the shower twice (like through the curtain) and I’m constantly running into chairs. It’s almost as if my depth perception is off. Crazy and funny.
Nursery: Last weekend when Katie was here we got a basket to start organizing Little Peep's toys and putting his clothes in his dresser. Now the Mr. has a few tasks to tackle in there before I can really get my décor on :-)
Emotions: I am simply filled with joy all.the.time. (I’m borderline annoying with my optimism right now I think). I have way more peace than I’ve ever had during this pregnancy, for which I praise the Lord for!
