17 weeks

This post is a few days over due, but better late than never. There aren't many changes going on. I feel as if my belly is getting a little more preggy looking, it's probably wishful thinking though. I'll get a picture up next week to compare.

One thing we've been discussing a lot lately has been names. I never ever imagined picking out a name would be so incredibly difficult. I had no problem whatsoever naming my barbies and baby dolls when I was younger, haha. Tye and I tend to agree on most names, the ones we don't agree on just get pushed off the list. So thankfully there haven't been any issues in that department. I am not sure why, but we have found it much easier to come up with girl names. I think we have a list of five that we would use in a heartbeat. Its the complete opposite for boy names, we have maybe two or three names that we think are ok, nothing that we are over the moon about though. So, I am sure this means we will have a boy since the naming decision will be harder on us. I know we'll find the perfect name eventually, I am just being my typical impatient self.

17 week stats



How far along? 17 weeks!

 How big is baby? The size of an onion!

 Total weight gain/loss: I believe that I am just a few pounds shy of my starting weight.

 Maternity clothes? I feel like most maternity clothes look silly on me, there isn't a big enough bump there to justify wearing them yet.

 Sleep: I don't sleep too well. I am trying to find a way to get comfortable so I can hopefully sleep a little longer.

 Best moment this week: Nothing too major this week.

 Movement: I don't think so. I have felt "something" a few times but it wasn't stong enough for me to be 100% sure that it was the baby.

 Food cravings: Pasta!

 Food aversions: Veggies still.

 Anything making you queasy or sick: This changes daily.

 Have you started to show yet: Yep. I still dont think it's obvious to many people. I think I look like I just need to hit the gym or give Jenny Craig a call.

 Gender prediction: I am still going with a boy, I think Tye is starting to feel this way as well. Most people are still guessing girl, we will know in one week :)

 Labor Signs: No

 Belly Button in or out? In

 Symptoms: Nothing new in the symptom department.

 What I’m looking forward to: Our next appointment, which is one week from today. We be able to see our little one and finally find out if it's a boy or girl!

 What I miss: I miss sleeping through the night. I think those days are far behind me now, haha.

Milestones: Another week down!

Sweet Sixteen

I cannot believe we are 4 months into this journey already! We only have 15 days until we find out whether this little one will be a cheerleader or a quarterback. Excuse the quality of our 16 week belly bump picture. We were on our way to a wedding and running slightly behind schedule, so Tye got a quick pic with his phone.

I don't think my bump is quite that prominent yet. My dress was helping give off a rounder apperance. The wedding we attended was fun. The bride and groom both looked wonderful and really put together a fun time. The food was delicious and dessert? Oh my word! Leave it to the preggy lady to rave about the dessert, right? We were served warm, sugared donuts with three equally amazing dipping sauces. Heavenly I tell you!

16 Week Stats

How far along? 16 weeks!

How big is baby? The size of an avocado! One of my most favorite foods :)
Total weight gain/loss: I think I have gained around 1 pound, which puts me at 7 pounds lost. I am happy as long as the number on the scale is going up. Never thought I'd be saying that, ha!
Maternity clothes? I can still fit in my "fat" jeans but the maternity jeans are much more comfortable. Most tops and dresses are getting to be a bit snug. I'm sure within a few weeks I'll be manily rockin' the maternity clothing.

Sleep: Still tired all of the time. Tye and I have both been sick and that's not helping.
Best moment this week: Seeing Tye's face light up when he realized that I am starting to show.

Movement: Not yet, I can't wait for this though!

Food cravings: Deli sandwiches :(

Food aversions: I am still not too fond of veggies. Specifically cooked veggies.

Anything making you queasy or sick: This changes daily.

Have you started to show yet: Yes, but I don't think it's obvious to people who don't know me.

Gender prediction: Oh geez. I don't even know anymore. I still feel like it's a boy but everyone around me is saying girl and I think it's making me change my mind. We'll know soon enough.

Labor Signs: No

Belly Button in or out? In

Symptoms: Lots of "cramping", the doctor says its my uterus stretching out and not to worry.

What I’m looking forward to: Finding out the sex.

What I miss: I'm not really missing anything lately.
Milestones: 4 months!!

Do you see what I see?

I believe I am starting to get the coveted belly bump! I feel the need to give partial credit to the meal I had right before this pic for the slight bump that you may or may not see. I look forward to the day when I have a real bump and not this new thicker version of myself :)

Week 14 Stats:

How far along? 14 weeks!
How big is baby? The size of a lemon (hense the lemon in my hand above)
Total weight gain/loss: Overall I've lost about 8 lbs. My doc is not too happy with this, so I am working hard on gaining a few.
Maternity clothes? No need for them yet, but that doesn't mean I haven't been shopping ;)
Sleep: Exhausted but struggling to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Best moment this week: Hearing the hearbeat at my appt, it was in the 150s.
Movement: Nope.
Food cravings: Mac and cheese, cereal, fruit and Butterfingers.

Food aversions: I still can't handle veggies, hopefully that will change soon.
Anything making you queasy or sick: This changes daily.
Have you started to show yet: I think my bloat is turning into a slight bump, but nothing obvious yet.

Gender prediction: I've thought boy all along, everyone else seems to think it's a girl. We have decided that we'll for sure be finding out the gender. Oct 27 can't come soon enough!

Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Symptoms: Heartburn, acid reflux, headaches and insomnia.
What I’m looking forward to: My energy and appetite making a return.
What I miss: Sushi, sleep and my energy.
Milestones: Just another week down.

We had a doctor appointment on Wednesday, unfortunately Tye had to work so he wasn't able to make it. That is ok though, it was just a basic appointment. I managed to be 45 minutes late, thanks to a slight scheduling mishap (for the record, it was not my fault). So, after straightening things out I was able to meet with the doctor and discuss a few issues I've been having as well as hear the little one's heartbeat. Everything is looking good, aside from my weight. I am having trouble gaining any and have managed to lose around 4 in 4 weeks (8 in total). So, she prescribed an anti-nausea medicine to help my appetite. After picking up the meds, I was reading over the common side effects and I realized that most of them were a little too uncommon (uncontrollable muscle spasms anyone? no thanks!)  and I wasn't comfortable taking the risks. I've been doing a lot of hoping and praying that my appetite will return and the nausea will dissipate on its own. I want more than anything to give this little baby all of the nutrients it needs!