14 Weeks

Little Monkey,

I am 14 weeks along with you now (might actually be slightly further based on my last ultrasound, but we'll stick to this for now). Let's just say I am happy to finally be in the 2nd trimester! My energy levels have gone up again and the nausea is gone for the most part. My back has been slightly aching along with some ligament pain, and I'm getting headaches, but for the most part, all is well! I'd rather deal with headaches than nausea and fatigue.

As for my weight, nothing has changed much. I've gained about 5 lbs. total from the start. I've been doing a lot of walking, but now that I'm finally in the 2nd trimester and feeling tons better, I'm ready to start working out a little harder (but not too hard) to stay in shape. I'm considering canceling my gym membership and signing up for prenatal exercise classes instead. But we'll see! I have prenatal videos at home, so I might just save the money and do it here instead.

My appetite has also come back for the most part. I still can't do sweets very well and I'm trying to warm up to fruits once again, but I can eat and drink without the urge to throw up. I still throw up sometimes, but it's much, much better!

We also bought me a maternity pillow- which is very comfy! I don't use it every night though, just because it's so big and I'm still early enough to roll around in different positions. But I'll be using it soon since you'll be growing pretty quickly this trimester! I'm excited to feel you grow; and some weeks for now, move around in there enough for me to feel you! Your cute daddy is also finding books he can read to you once your hearing kicks in. Every time we go anywhere to shop, he wants to stop by the baby section or a nearby baby store just to browse around and get ideas about your future. He was even looking at amazing playhouses to install or build once we have a yard. He's too fun how involved he is! He always asks about you and is very good about taking care of me when my back or head hurts. I'm so blessed!

Anyway, that's the update for now! I can't wait to see you again on the 9th. Your daddy will get to be there this time to confirm your gender. 

Almost 13 Week Ultrasound

Baby Gilg,

Today was another ultrasound! It was perfect! In the beginning, your dad and I weren't sure we were going to do the chromosomal testing, but after some urging from our doctor, I went ahead with it anyway (this is because I'd love you no matter what!).

Everything came back perfect! My risk of abnormalities is extremely low. The first test was blood drawn, but today was a 30 minute ultrasound with lots of pictures and recordings to make sure everything is functioning properly. The tech was laughing because you were moving around so much, it took a little more time to get a picture of your cute hands and arms. She also kept bumping you (slightly uncomfortable on my part) to get you to move your head so she could get the back of your neck. Oh, you are precious!

In the end, everything was wonderful and the doctor and tech were talking about how cute you are.

The only slight concern was revolved around me- my pulse was 44. It should be getting up there in the 80's by now. But looking at a history of my heart rate, the doctor said it's probably nothing and just means I'm in good shape. However, doc wants me to get an EKG just to rule out any underlying heart conditions. Bradycardia can has negative effects during pregnancy, so they just want to make sure everything is good. Upping my thyroid medication can also help since bradycardia can be linked to hypothyroidism.

Anyway, here you are! I couldn't help but giggle a few times when you were bouncing around in there.

 So CUTE!!

And here's me with your cute self (I was actually trying to suck in so you could see bump and not extra stuff ;) )

I was also told every woman is different in how much she shows during her pregnancy. So I'm good!

  Anyway, all is well. The morning sickness has finally backed off. Finally! Every now and then I'll throw something up, but the constant nausea is gone for the most part. Now it's sudden nausea, throwing up, then nothing. Before, I was chronically nauseated no matter if I threw up or not. I also feel a little energy coming back. If I take the Zofran before bed, I sleep marvelously and feel pretty good the next day. Even on some evenings when I skip the medicine, I've been feeling pretty good the next day. 

 I also started buying maternity pants. Look, nobody wants to see me squeeze into my regular jeans. Muffin top is not flattering (not this kind), plus, being pregnant and squeezing on jeans is way uncomfortable (and yes, I'm referring to gas). I only had three pairs of jeans that fit until one of the zippers broke on one of them, leaving me with two pairs of jeans total. Not wanting to buy bigger jeans and only stick to dresses and skirts, I went to Ross and found a pair for $13. I was actually there to buy my new purse, but stumbled across them. Heaven! So comfortable! Then I noticed Sears is having a buy one get one free sale in their maternity section. Hello two new pairs! These will be great to grow into and keep for next time.

Well, I think that's all for now!

And by the way, the technician and doctor are pretty sure they know what you are based on what the three of us saw. But I won't say until we confirm it on the 9th. ;)