9/15/13

Weekly Update | 17 Weeks


Good morning everyone!

I haven't done a weekly update since my 7 week update in early September, but not much has happened since then.

I don't have a belly shot for this week as I took one when I was 16 weeks pregnant, not much of a difference. So I'll take one every 2 weeks instead of weekly.

How far along? 17 weeks! 

Total weight gain? In total I've gained 8.5 lbs which is right on point. I gain about 2-3lbs every 4 weeks which is good since my doctor wants me to gain at least 4lbs a month.

Size and growth of baby? Baby is about the size of an onion.

Gender? Find out in 2 weeks!! Praying for a baby girl.

Maternity clothes? Should be wearing them, but I don't. I try to stick to leggings, button ups and loose tops.

Sleep? Has been getting a bit better. I sleep before 2am and wake up by 9am now.

Best moments? My doctors appointment last Friday. Everything measured pretty well, I heard my baby's heartbeat aagin which was 157 to 158 bpm, heard the baby kick and my belly measured on point.

Movement? Sometimes it'll be slight movement as if baby is moving from my left side to right, but no kicks as of yet.

Food cravings? Pickles, ice cream, strawberry milk, fruits and shrimp.

Food aversions? None this week.

Morning sickness? Nope!

Symptoms? Headaches, mild cramping, dry skin, mild breakouts on face and horrible nasal congestion.

Labor signs? None

Stretch marks? Nope, been using my Palmer's Cocoa Butter Lotion for stretch marks.

Belly button? Starting to poke out a bit more and stretch.

Wedding ring? On, still can fit them both.

Happy or moody? Moody all the way. One minute I'm happy, the next upset, then I want to cry. My emotions have been a rollercoaster. I rather be alone then around others including my fiance.

What I miss? Only thing I miss is summer.

What I'm looking forward to? My ultrasound to see what I'm having and baby shopping of course 

Quite excited for my anatomy ultrasound. Simply can't wait to see what I'm having so I can start shopping.

Something I also wanted to start doing is giving myself a weekly and/or monthly goal just to keep me active, aware and happy.

Weekly Goal(s):
1. Yoga at least twice for a minimum of 15 mins.
2. Drink at least 4 bottles of water.

Monthly Goal(s):
1. Drink more water.
2. Take more pictures of myself and belly.
3. Be more happy and friendly.

As for my goals during my 16 week updateThanks for checking out my 17 week update.

Stay blessed!

9/8/13

Weekly Update | 16 Weeks

Good morning everyone!

I haven't done a weekly update since my 7 week update in early September, but not much has happened since then.
Above is my belly shot for only 16 weeks... I look like I'm about 5 months, so my belly is going to be big by the end of this pregnancy.

How far along? 16 weeks and 1 day..Already three weeks into my second tri!

Total weight gain? About 6.5lbs since I found out I was pregnant.

Size and growth of baby? Baby is about the size of an avocado.

Gender? Find out in 3 weeks!! Praying for a baby girl.

Maternity clothes? Should be wearing them, but I don't. I try to stick to leggings, button ups and loose tops.

Sleep? During the day I can sleep for houra if I'm bored, but at night I can't seem to fall asleep until the hours of 2 to 4am. I need to fix that!

Best moments? Since my 7 week update...there really hasn't been any. I've been down in the dumps for a while.

Movement? Sometimes it'll be slight movement as if baby is moving from my left side to right, but no kicks as of yet.

Food cravings? Seafood, French fries, ice cream, milkshakes, smoothies.

Food aversions? Macaroni salad, tuna fish, grilled burgers & franks.

Morning sickness? Nope, just get nauseous if I don't eat right away after taking my prenatal vitamins.

Symptoms? Back pains along the sides of my spine, headaches, mild cramping, dry skin, itchy belly, mild breakouts on face and nasal congestion.

Labor signs? None

Stretch marks? Nope, been using my Palmer's Cocoa Butter Lotion for stretch marks.

Belly button? Starting to poke out a bit more and stretch.

Wedding ring? On, still can fit them both.

Happy or moody? Moody all the way. One minute I'm happy, the next upset, then I want to cry. My emotions have been a rollercoaster. I rather be alone then around others including my fiance.

What I miss? Wow...summer!!! I didn't do all that I planned due to being pregnant. No clubbing, drinking, partying, beaches, pools or even work. Wish I could have found a job.

What I'm looking forward to? My ultrasound to see what I'm having, baby shopping and doctor appointment. 

Quite excited for my anatomy ultrasound. Simply can't wait to see what I'm having so I can start shopping.

Something I also wanted to start doing is giving myself a weekly and/or monthly goal just to keep me active, aware and happy.

Weekly Goal(s):
1. Take a walk everyday.
2. Do yoga at least twice for a minimum of 15 mins.
3. Drink at least 3 bottles of water.
4. Spend time bonding.

Monthly Goal(s):
1. Drink more water.
2. Take more pictures of myself and belly.
3. Be more happy and friendly.

Thanks for checking out my 16 week update.

Stay blessed!

Late Night Note #1

As I lie here feeling what seems like flutters, I begin to see what lies a head of me. The deepest love I've ever known. The strongest bond I've ever had. The biggest fear I've ever had. Love for I have something so precious growing inside of me. A bond that can't be overpowered by any one, thing or situation. Fear that I won't be good enough as a mother for you.

I know life won't be easy and we'll have our moments, but I'm willing and ready to put everything aside and make things work. For the next 5 months I have a lot of growing and maturing to do. It'll be a struggle as I hold on to so much pain, but I don't want you to feel that. I need to mature spiritually and mentally. I need to emotionally be in control. The words I use and the anger inside needs to be turned down. I plan to do it all before you arrive because I need a better life for myself and want an amazing life for you.

No one is going to hinder me in doing so. I will not allow anyone to hinder me raising you. Not myself, your nana, your dad or anyone else. I vow to turn my life around and make sure I set the perfect example. I have a past that haunts me, but before you get here i'll be in control of it.

I just want to give you as much love as I can while you're inside me growing and even after you arrive. We are a team and I'm ready to win.

Love you forever more,
Your Mommy ♥