21 & 22

 We actually start a new week in the pregnancy every Sunday, but I've been behind and haven't been posting the updates on the correct day. I'm hoping that will change starting soon. We have had a ton going on with life in general and I have barely gotten on the computer lately. On to the updates . . .

21 Weeks

22 Weeks

Winston was very interested in the prop this week. Silly guy!

Stats

How far along? 21-22 weeks!

How big is baby? The size of a banana and a papaya.

Total weight gain/loss: I have gained 6 pounds.

Maternity clothes? I can still fit in a good amount of my regular clothes, but I much prefer the way the maternity clothes look and feel.

Sleep: Still struggling to get more than 6-7 hours a night. Weekends are best because I can sleep in. I seem to get the best sleep from around 4am-10am, weird.

Best moment these weeks: Finding out that we're having a girl!! Also feeling so much movement. Tye can feel a lot as well, so that makes it even better.

Movement: Oh yes!

Food cravings: Nothing too crazy. I am more than ready for Thanksgiving dinner though :)

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Have you started to show yet: Yep!

Labor Signs: No

Belly Button in or out? In, I think it may be time to take my piercing out though.

Symptoms: Some hip and back pain due to my body making room for the baby, bloody noses (gross) and lots of heartburn. 

What I’m looking forward to: The holidays and getting another week down in the books! Next week is a big one!

What I miss: Still missing sushi and regular sleep.

More on little Winston...He has really been a cuddle bug with me lately. He can usually be found snuggled up next to or right on my belly. I love it! He is very gentle around kids, so I have no worries on how he'll act with the baby. I just hope that Tye and I do a good job of making him feel important and loved. Yes, I realize most people roll their eyes and think "it's just a dog", but we refer to him as our firstborn and can't get enough of his sweet face!

Overall, I am feeling really good. I have been able to get more workouts in and seem to have a little more energy lately. I am definitely eating with no issues, thank God! I really never thought that would happen. We have had such a fun time shopping for all things girly. My sweet dad went out and bought his granddaughter her first SF Giants jersey and her very first Barbie!! He got her clothes as well, but I am most excited about the others. I never even thought to buy her a Barbie. Dads are the best! My Mom also bought her some adorable dresses (these purchases were made well before we knew the gender, haha!) and matching bows. Tye's family hasn't skipped a beat in the shopping department either. I honestly feel like finding out the sex has really made everyone feel closer to the baby.  It has just melted my heart to see how excited everyone is. She is so loved already, I can't imagine what it will be like once she is here with us all.