24 Week Preggie Update

Sorry that I missed last week loves.  I don't  have a good reason for writing a post other than I got lazy and didn't feel like taking a picture, haha.  But we're back at 24 weeks and feeling great!  I don't feel like I look that great though, but, meh...

Anywho, Baby B is the size of an ear of corn!  I can't believe it.  According to all my apps Ovuline, What To Expect and Baby Center, Baby B is starting to develop surfactant in his/her lungs to help them breathe on the outside.  Pretty much everything is developed except the lungs.  It's important for Baby B to stay inside this pretty little belly until as close to Oct 18 as possible so that a huge amount of medical care won't be needed upon arrival.  

Speaking of pretty little belly, I feel like the inside may not look so pretty, haha.  Baby B moves around A LOT.  It went from no movement, to little rolls, to all out punches and kicks...it also just went from in the evening to all day now. It's really amazing, but sometimes, I'm trying to focus and then the movement comes and I can't help but smile.  I think I even felt some hiccups :)

We went to the doctor on Monday and everything is going as it should and I'm measuring where I should be at 24 weeks.  I'm at 120 pounds now, the heaviest that I have been in my life.  I'm also starting to notice that my arms are starting to accumulate some extra cushion...if you know what I mean.  AJ says my butt is getting bigger and of course my boobs.

What else, oh, I started my registry and  I think I'm almost done.  I did most of it online, but Sunday, my wonderful mother and I went out and looked at some things in person to help make some final decisions.  I have a registry at BuyBuyBaby and MyRegistry.com  (universal registry).  Shopping for a baby is so overwhelming, especially when you are #TeamGreen.  There are so many cute things, but you don't want to get something that's too boyish or girly.    So I've been sticking to mostly gray with a couple green and yellow things.  

A high this week (and last) is that AJ is able to feel the baby kick.  He gets so excited that I find that when we are just laying around watching Netflix, he places his hand on my belly without me pointing anything out.  A low this week is developing heartburn.  I had a mild case before pregnancy, but this has become daily.  It's not a big deal, it's just annoying.  

I know that I said I'd be consistent with my outfit, but I just got home from work and I didn't feel like changing clothes yet, haha...another moment of laziness! :)

Question:  When did you have your baby shower??  Was it early or close to your due date?

XOXO, 

Crystal 

Here is my survey for the week:

What Fruit/Veggie are you?   Ear of Corn

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  24 weeks, 1 day

Next appointment:  July 22

Gender:  Still #teamgreen...and I have no guesses as to what it could be

Total weight gain/loss:  Went to the doctor and my official weight is 120

Exercise: Walking the dog, but hoping to start yoga or pilates soon...but still haven't

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: Fingers are starting to swell as rings are getting a little tighter.  

Maternity clothes:   Starting to add...I bought a pair of white skinny jeans and a pair of girlfriend jeans from Gap.com.  Waiting for those to arrive.

Belly button:   Innie but it's slowly making it's way to flat

Wedding Rings On/Off: On

Happy or Moody: I've been pretty happy

Sleep: I feel like I toss and turn all night.  I'm also starting to take naps again because I don't feel well rested

Food cravings:  None

Symptoms:  HEARTBURN...ugh

Movement:  Baby B is definitely moving a WHOLE LOT more

Labor signs:  None

What I miss:  Sushi and a Mai Tai

Food/Smell Aversions: None

What I'm loving:   My growing belly!  It really is a joy to see my body changing and growing a little human :)

What I'm looking forward to: Baby B being born so that we can know the gender!! Getting a little ansy now!

Best moment this week: More people noticing that I'm pregnant while out.  

  
Milestones: No real milestones other than I'm closer to seeing our little one.

22 Week Preggie Update

So much for that break!  

We began summer school this week and this was not what I expected at all.  I'm used to working with my population of students and for this summer, I'm working with a a completely different population and more challenging. It's a change out of the norm, which makes me super nervous...and probably a little stressed.  I just have to think that there is only 4 more weeks to go and that I CAN DO IT.  I treated myself to a prenatal massage this week to try and relax a little.  It was worth it.

This weekend is Father's Day.  I already bought AJ some Ray-Bans and gave them to him last week.  He's been throughly enjoying them I'd like to add.  I couldn't wait because he needed sunglasses so badly.  I also bought him the book, The Expectant Father: The Ultimate Guide for Dads-to-Be, just to give him something to do.  I feel like all I do is research about the best baby products and what are the basics and essentials and I need for him to do something too, haha! I'm looking forward to seeing his face when he opens it!

Other than my growing belly and boobs, I don't really see changes anywhere else.  My boobs still hurt.  AJ said my booty and thighs are growing, but theylook the same to me...but he would know better than anyone.  My mom says that my face is getting fat...but I don't see that either...and neither does anyone else really.  My cousin says that I am too big to be 5 months, but I'm not letting that bother me.  I think I'm small.  She says that's indicative of a boy...we'll see around October 18!

Baby B enjoys moving late at night and really early in the mornings.  usually after I drink a nice, cold glass of water, it gets my little nugget moving.  As I'm getting closer to the end, I actually feel like I'm going to be a mom.  Of course I knew this all along, but just coming to the realization that you are growing a little person inside of you (as my stomach gets bigger weekly) and that 2 people created this being is amazing.  I am starting to feel comfortable talking to Baby B, and AJ is starting to use his real voice and saying more than "Hey Baby" (in his Dave Chapelle voice).  Usually he keeps what he says a secret...but hopefully that will change when Baby B can talk and tell Mommy everything! :)

I'm not sticking out my tummy...just awkward when my hands are at my sides

Here is my survey for the week:

What Fruit/Veggie are you?   Spaghetti Squash or Papaya

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  22 weeks, 4 days

Next appointment:  June 24 with my OB

Gender:  Still #teamgreen...and I have no guesses as to what it could be

Total weight gain/loss:  I stepped on the scale at work and it said 120

Exercise: Walking the dog, but hoping to start yoga or pilates soon

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: None

Maternity clothes:   Just a pair of shorts, a pair of jeans and a pair of jeggings

Belly button:   Innie but it's slowly making it's way to flat

Wedding Rings On/Off: On

Happy or Moody: I've been pretty happy

Sleep: Getting used to a new sleep schedule due to work.  AJ likes to watch TV late at night so it kind of throws my schedule off with having to wake up at the ass crack of dawn

Food cravings:  None

Symptoms:  Bleeding gums have decreased but still there.  I'm starting to swell a little in my feet and hands.  Still have sore boobs, but just the sides

Movement:  Baby B is still moving around.  Sometimes, the little nugget gets some good kicks/punches in

Labor signs:  None

What I miss:  A margarita....still...don't think that one is going away!

Food/Smell Aversions: None

What I'm loving:   I'm falling in love with my growing bump.  It actually looks and feels like I'm pregnant

What I'm looking forward to:  Designing our nursery

Best moment this week: Buying some baby items.  I found the cutest green booties and a baby book :)

  
Milestones: Just feeling the baby kick is a milestone.  I'm always on pins and needles about this child and every movement lets me know that everything is ok

Question:  During what week did you start to feel really hard kicks??

21 Week Preggie Update

19 more weeks to go!  Over half way done.  I know I say I can't believe it every post, but I CAN'T BELIVE IT!  I really don't have anything different to say this week other than I am so excited to become a mother.  I still know that this will be an adjustment for me and us but we will definitely make this work!! 

I've been in DIY mode this week and just trying to get organized.  I get pretty winded and tired and have to take breaks, but I'm determined to get things done. One thing for sure that I will get done this week and trying to organize Baby B's room.  It was our guest room/my closet so I have to find a new home for all those things.  I also plan to add furniture to my Amazon wishlist.  Trying to decide between brown, black or gray.  The room is green for a frame of reference.  I'll post a pic when it's clean.  

We are also planning a dinner and ice cream date this week. We're going to go to my favorite thai restaurant and I'm so excited.  I love food!

 

  

  

Here is my survey for the week:

What Fruit/Veggie are you?   Pomegranate or Banana

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  21 weeks, 1 day

Next appointment:  June 27 with my OB

Gender:  Still #teamgreen...and I have no guesses as to what it could be

Total weight gain/loss:  Still going by 117 since my OB appointment

Exercise: Walking the dog, but hoping to start yoga or pilates soon

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: None

Maternity clothes:   I bought some maternity shorts from Amazon (Pea in the Pod) and went on the Destination Maternity website and saw they were having a sale.  I broke down and bought 3 pairs of pants. So excited I found white pants!!!! Ahhhhh!

Belly button:   Innie but it's slowly making it's way to flat

Wedding Rings On/Off: On

Happy or Moody: I've been pretty happy

Sleep: Still tossing and turning. I have a crazy sleep schedule.  Sometimes I go to sleep early and wake up extremely early...sometimes go to bed late and still wake up extremely early :(

Food cravings:  Cherries again

Symptoms:  Bleeding Gums...This has been for about a week now.  This is very common for weeks 20-22 because of the hormone surge and increased blood flow.  I have a dentist appt on the 28th.

Movement:  Yes, Baby B is def rolling around in there.  Very active during the evening...that I can feel anyway

Labor signs:  None

What I miss:  A nice, cold lime margarita on the rocks.  I also miss my energy, but it's slowly making a come back.

Food/Smell Aversions: As much as I love fish, I have not eaten any since I've been pregnant 

What I'm loving:   Seeing all the cute baby stuff in the stores.  I'm finally getting serious about looking for things.  I still love my growing bump as well.

What I'm looking forward to:  Designing our nursery and buying baby things

Best moment this week: Getting some of my energy back!

  
Milestones: We had our 20 week checkup and everything was perfect.  We also are not finding out the gender but we do have a sealed envelope with a pic to put in the baby book! :)

Question:  Which is the best registry to use for baby?  I'm thinking about Amazon and BabyList, but what are the other options? Which gives you the best experience?