20 week update

20 week update

How far along: 20 weeks - they kept my due date at sept 2, so I lost a week - I don't personally agree because they are still basing that on my 7 week ultrasound, not on my 9 week or my 20 week or my cycle, plus they say if it's close to a week off, they won't change it....hmmm. So if this one goes early like Lucy, could be August 10 or if late and Sept 2 is an accurate due date, could be sept 10, so basically have to be ready to go at any moment for a whole month?!?!

Total weight gain: up one pound - with that said, I was heavier than I should have been when I got pregnant :)

Best moments this month: the ultrasound, though short, was very sweet and surreal. SO thankful that everything looks good, baby is growing well and moving LOTS. Heard the heartbeat again yesterday - 155 but Dr. could barely get it, little one was moving around constantly.

Food cravings: not much, though wanting more sweets and ice cream, etc more than in the past 4 months...

Gender: Though it was a tough call - we both were questioning if we should find out or not a little - in the end we didn't :)

Belly button in or out: wouldn't say it's much of an inny anymore, though not out...yet....eeks

Labor signs: nope

What I miss: not much, though I am feeling quite round and big in my belly lately! i know its a good thing though :)

What I am looking forward to: Joe being done teaching his class at the college. In a couple weeks we will have a lot more evenings together, hooray! Just in time for the nice weather. Am hoping for lots of walks into town, to the popcorn shop, summer concerts in the park, for ice cream, to the outdoor market...!

Milestones: seeing the baby on the ultrasound screen, reaching the halfway mark, seeing the growth of the little one through my belly growing, the baby getting to 1 lb. All wonderful things!

18/19 weeks

19 weeks

20 weeks

21 week ultrasound!!!

The day has finally arrived and we got to see our 2nd little one on a screen. Didn't get too long to look because the technician was a little backed up with appointments but he did a really good job, was very thorough and it was so fun to see the little guy or girl. Everything looks good and right on track for 21 weeks. Baby is 14 ounces, heartbeat was 153.
Here are some photos and I will post another detailed update after my thursday appointment! :)

it's a straight on view of the face, no profile shots :(

Garden Help & Tips

Any Green Thumbs out there??

I have heard some conflicting things about when to plant since the weather has been so warm. Does anyone know?? I found this chart on when to plant in IL and it seems helpful with a lot of veggies listed and dates. But would love to get ideas or tips from anyone also on what has bee successful in your gardens since I'd like to branch out from just doing tomatoes and squash this year. Thanks in advance for any comments!

http://web.extension.illinois.edu/vegguide/step06.cfm

Also, I read a fun blog post on growing flower seedlings inside and how much money it can save you in buying flowers AND sounds like a super fun project to do with kiddos. So I'm planning on it for next year!

http://smamak.blogspot.com/2012/03/our-lifestyle-seedlings.html

Spring: Cleaning, Planting and Being Outside

Here's a few pics of projects I've been working on around the house.

1. Taking all breakables off of the shelves and replacing with baskets to try to make a system of where things go since we will be losing an office when Lucy gets her new room.

Oh and we got a new piece of art that I really like - sorry it's dark - got 2 bulbs out on the chandelier...oops

2. Cleaning the clutter off of the table and trying to mix cute with practical. My mission for this spring is definitely to de-clutter since that's my never-ending problem. (Napkins are in the little box)

3. Planting my window boxes and some planters since my window boxes still had Winter stuff in them and that just seems SO wrong when it's 85 degrees outside. I got them planted right before a storm and it was a lot of fun! Aren't they pretty pansies??

(sorry another dark pic - taken at 7:30 p.m.) :)

4. We got the cheapest patio set at Costco and some cute cushions and I'm definitely liking it. Just set it up last night - still have a lot I'd like to do out there. But it's a start!!

5. Have had a few fires out back - hot dogs, marshmallows, etc. Fun times. We all love being out there! :)

Deals at the new JCP

So Lucy was a little sicky with a flu bug and we were cooped up inside way to long so we went on a little outing to the mall. I've been wanting to go walk around the JCPenney because I've been curious about the big changes they have made according to their TV ads and new ad/marketing campaigns...

(from JCP.com)

Well we walked through the jewelry, maternity, kids clothes and lastly shoes. oh my stars, they don't have carts so I was chasing a very fast crawler in high heels. do not recommend. she was entertained with the mirrors for awhile but then found the aisles and would take off.
anyways...
I got 3 pairs of shoes on their clearance for $5 EACH. Ummmm, yes please!
of course shoes for Lucy were $15 each.......

Springtime!

Wow, March has been a fantastic month! Loving these warmer days - has felt just like June when I was trying to get sun for sissy's wedding :)

Here is a large photo update of what we (mostly Lucy) have been up to!!

17 week update

Had a great Dr. appointment - baby's heartbeat was at 147 and I'm measuring just right, so that is encouraging, here's the update questions below & some pictures too!


How far along: 17 weeks

Total weight gain: still down 5lbs from starting weight. the bronchitis virus we had for a few weeks was a bit rough on me, but I'm on the mend and eating and feeling normal again

Best moments this month: feeling the baby move a little more and being outside in this beautiful weather. lots of walks, playing out on a blanket in the yard & at parks, loving it!

Food cravings: didn't feel like eating at all during my sickness, but now I'm back to normal, feeling like pasta, salads, Popsicles, ice cream, popcorn, gushers...haha :)

Gender: We don't know and we aren't finding out!

Belly button in or out: it's funny the second time around, it's way more open and exposed, not as much of an "inny" as it used to be :)

Labor signs: nope

What I miss: not too much - not minding my maternity clothes, who wouldn't love elastic waistbands!

What I am looking forward to: My 20 week ultrasound and seeing this little one! Praying he or she is healthy and growing well - seems to be based on my belly :) And excited for Joe's spring break - we will get some time with my parents!!

Weekly wisdom: at my 17 week appointment my Dr. said "Well, you're pregnant!" He's very wise.... :)
And love Psalm 127: "Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward." What a blessing to have this little one in my belly!

Milestones: feel like I popped and finally really look pregnant instead of just in between and not for sure preggo. not a huge fan of the in between stage :)

15 weeks

16 weeks

17 weeks

17 weeks