We had the dreaded amino test this week. The plus side was we got to have another ultrasound and baby boy was so active again. I cant help put have a huge smile as I see him doing somersaults in there. He finally settled on his stomach right below my belly button. That seems to be his favorite position whenever we see him. The ultrasound tech also explained that my placenta is sitting at that same spot so that could be why Im not feeling a lot of movement. Unfortunately, we couldnt get any profile pictures. But we did get a picture confirming hes still a boy! That made both Grant and I laugh.
Our doctor asked if Grant might want to step out for the amino, and that most fathers do. I thought that might be a good idea, we dont need him passing out just yet. So the our nurse, Sue, took his place instead. She was so sweet. She held my hand and did a little guided imagery with me. We are laying on the beach, listening to the waves. Oh wait do I smell that coco butter she just opened? As they prepped my belly, she said oops looks like sand got on my belly! Love that nurse! It felt like the needle was in there for an eternity, but Im sure it was less than 5 minutes. The cramping was a little more intense than I expected, but tolerable. I kept my eye on the monitor hoping baby would stay clear from the needle. Everything went good! Random fact, I found out that our ultrasound tech knows Ingrid Michaelson! Small world eh? My tattoo brought up that conversation of course ;)
Work has been stressful. Very busy, and a little overtime. I think that has affected me and triggered some morning sickness. I had one day where I vomited a few times and felt like I was coming down with the flu. A good nights rest, and backing off the hours at work and starting to feel better. Definitely taking it down a notch in that department!
How far along? 21 weeks
Baby Size: Baby is the size of a carrot! This feels very similar to last weeks banana though! LOL
Maternity clothes? Yep, and even some of the early stuff I bought is getting tight. Trying to find pieces I can grow with now :)
Stretch marks? Nothing new, keeping my skin hydrated!
Sleep: More pee breaks, but not a lot of pee! Thinking baby boy is camping out on my bladder these days!
Best moment this week: My friend's baby shower! Our friends did an amazing job throwing her a duck themed shower. There was this cute punch that was blue with duckies floating in it! She got a lot of great stuff, and I think we may have saw a tear in her eye. Rear occurance for Miss Tam. So excited for our boys to best buds!
Miss Anything? A nice cold beer on a hot summer day..this seems to be a common theme each week eh? Guess you know what Im indulging in after baby boy is here!
Movement: Feeling what I thought was just cramps in my lower stomach and now that I know baby is down there Im sure it is movement I didnt realize was movement before :)
Symptoms: My feet seem to get sore and achy really easy! Not use to that since I have always pounded the crap out of them! Foot massaging regularly!
Food cravings: Cheese fries, lemon rice soup, donuts, and watermelon...can you say pregnant?
Have you started to show yet: Definitely! Grant said the other day, where did that bump come from! LOL
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? Still in
Wedding rings on or off? My skin is starting to get irritated if I have it on to long. This makes me sad :(
Happy or Moody most of the time: Its been up and down
Looking forward to: Pretty sure we have a name! Not 100% sure yet, but will announce it when we are :)
Our doctor asked if Grant might want to step out for the amino, and that most fathers do. I thought that might be a good idea, we dont need him passing out just yet. So the our nurse, Sue, took his place instead. She was so sweet. She held my hand and did a little guided imagery with me. We are laying on the beach, listening to the waves. Oh wait do I smell that coco butter she just opened? As they prepped my belly, she said oops looks like sand got on my belly! Love that nurse! It felt like the needle was in there for an eternity, but Im sure it was less than 5 minutes. The cramping was a little more intense than I expected, but tolerable. I kept my eye on the monitor hoping baby would stay clear from the needle. Everything went good! Random fact, I found out that our ultrasound tech knows Ingrid Michaelson! Small world eh? My tattoo brought up that conversation of course ;)
Work has been stressful. Very busy, and a little overtime. I think that has affected me and triggered some morning sickness. I had one day where I vomited a few times and felt like I was coming down with the flu. A good nights rest, and backing off the hours at work and starting to feel better. Definitely taking it down a notch in that department!
How far along? 21 weeks
Baby Size: Baby is the size of a carrot! This feels very similar to last weeks banana though! LOL
Maternity clothes? Yep, and even some of the early stuff I bought is getting tight. Trying to find pieces I can grow with now :)
Stretch marks? Nothing new, keeping my skin hydrated!
Sleep: More pee breaks, but not a lot of pee! Thinking baby boy is camping out on my bladder these days!
Best moment this week: My friend's baby shower! Our friends did an amazing job throwing her a duck themed shower. There was this cute punch that was blue with duckies floating in it! She got a lot of great stuff, and I think we may have saw a tear in her eye. Rear occurance for Miss Tam. So excited for our boys to best buds!
Miss Anything? A nice cold beer on a hot summer day..this seems to be a common theme each week eh? Guess you know what Im indulging in after baby boy is here!
Movement: Feeling what I thought was just cramps in my lower stomach and now that I know baby is down there Im sure it is movement I didnt realize was movement before :)
Symptoms: My feet seem to get sore and achy really easy! Not use to that since I have always pounded the crap out of them! Foot massaging regularly!
Food cravings: Cheese fries, lemon rice soup, donuts, and watermelon...can you say pregnant?
Have you started to show yet: Definitely! Grant said the other day, where did that bump come from! LOL
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? Still in
Wedding rings on or off? My skin is starting to get irritated if I have it on to long. This makes me sad :(
Happy or Moody most of the time: Its been up and down
Looking forward to: Pretty sure we have a name! Not 100% sure yet, but will announce it when we are :)
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