28 Weeks and the Flu

Well... life got in the way, folks! Sorry I haven't updated in a while. Ok, it's been 10 weeks, but school and home have been super, super busy. I'm planning to post and get back on track every week until her sweet little arrival in 12 WEEKS!!

I can't believe we started the third trimester! It's been a journey, but it still doesn't seem like our sweet little girl will be in our arms in just a few short weeks. The 28th week started off with a bang: I was diagnosed with the flu on Thursday. After coming home from the doctor and the pharmacy, I had a fever of 102. I turned on the heater to try and warm up, and it set off the smoke alarms. I made a 911 call to Troy, and he immediately headed home. After Tamiflu, Tylenol, Phenergan, and lots of rest, I am finally able to hold my head up and breath normally. The cough is still persistent, but I have a feeling it will hang around for a while.

As for AHB, she's a trooper. She is moving and kicking everyday and doesn't seem to be phased by the coughing too much. She's a bit more subdued than normal because of the medicines, but she's still active.

We started appointments every two weeks at this last appointment. We'll do every 2 for 8 weeks, then it's once a week or more until her arrival. I can't believe it's almost time. I know I keep saying that, but it's truly surreal.

Ok... so in the past ten weeks, things have happened... here's the 28 week update:

How far along? 28 weeks and counting

Total weight gain? 23 pounds

Maternity clothes? Yep... all the way. I prefer pajamas, but they're not appropriate for all social scenarios or work.

Stretch marks? Nope... none yet.

Sleep? It's sporadic, but anything I can get, I'm thankful for.

Best moment this week? Setting and confirming all of our remaining appointments!

Movement? All the time... she's going to be a mover and a shaker!

Food cravings? Nothing specific... I am still craving salty.

Food aversions? Pasta sauce

Gender? GIRL!!

Labor signs? Nope... that's a good thing!

Symptoms? Runny nose... all the time. It won't stop.

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or Moody? Happy... Moody. It depends, but I try to stay on the happy side.

Looking forward to... going to Mississippi this weekend to see friends and family for Christmas! I can't wait for everyone to feel her kicking around.

18 Weeks and we have a baby...

GIRL!!

We are so excited to welcome a sweet baby girl in March! I had a feeling we'd get to see our daughter on the ultrasound, but as my OB continually reminded me, I had a 50/50 chance! :) 

I think Troy is in trouble... she seems to have my temperament. She was not happy to be poked around with the wand, and she would not let us see her face. We're going to try again on October 29 to see her sweet little nose and mouth! (I think Troy is going to be the best girl daddy ever... he is already smitten with our little bit!)

I don't think I've ever been as excited as I was on Friday when we started the ultrasound. It was, to date, the best day of my life... and I think Troy would agree.

It's been a big week: I felt her move for the first time on Sunday night, too! That was amazing... it felt like a fish swimming around. It was quick and sudden, and I almost missed it. I confirmed with a friend that it was what I thought! 

Here's the week 18 update!

How far along? 18 weeks

Total weight gain? 11 pounds

Maternity clothes? Some... shirts for sure and some pants. We kinda have a love-hate relationship.

Stretch marks? Nope... none yet.

Sleep? It's good... sleep is good!

Best moment this week? Finding out the gender and feeling her move!

Movement? First time on Sunday... it was amazing!

Food cravings? I am a salty and fruit gal at this point.

Food aversions? Pasta sauce

Gender? GIRL!!

Labor signs? Nope... that's a good thing!

Symptoms? Just impatient, but I don't think that's a new pregnancy thing. :)

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or Moody? Happy... I am on cloud 9!

Looking forward to... feeling more movement, and our appointment on October 25!

Week 17: I have a bump!

It's week 17!! We are almost half way there... I'm starting to show a little bit, and my pants don't fit. :) That seems to be the trend here lately! Not much new is happening. Tomorrow is our 4 month appointment. Hopefully, my uterus has grown to 1.5 inches below my belly button, and we get to hear baby's heartbeat again!! That is the most exciting sound I've ever heard... I love each little beat.

Next week is the big week! We'll find out if we will welcome a son or daughter in March! When I made the appointment in August, I told myself the story of the first grading period... "oh, we lose the first week, and before I know it, it'll be progress report time. Then the grading period just flies and October 5 will not seem too far away." I'm great a lying to myself... honestly, I'm truly gifted in this area. I DON'T THINK OCTOBER 4 WILL EVER COME AROUND! Nine days is such torture... complete and utter torture, but my mama will be here in 8 days, so that'll give me something to look forward to in the meantime.

Here's the week 17 breakdown:

Week: 17

Weight Gain: 7 lbs or so

Maternity Clothes: Not yet, but I'm getting close to needing something in the pants department. I'm holding out though!

Sleep: Depends on how thirsty I am before bed. 

Best Moment this Week: Tomorrow, we hear sweetpea's heartbeat!

Cravings: Macaroni and Cheese--the gross, cheap kind that use the powdery yellow cheese. Ick, but oh my gosh, so yummy!

Turn-offs: Pasta sauce... still pasta sauce.

Gender: Still a surprise, but only for 9 more days!!!!!

Baby's Movement: I haven't felt the flutter yet, but I'm anxiously waiting!

Happy or Moody: Moody... this week, I've been rather moody.

Looking Forward to: October 5!!!