How far along? 25 weeks, 6 days (nothing like waiting until last minute!)
Maternity clothes: This week I actually found some amazing deals on clearance clothes that were not maternity, regular sizes, that will carry me through (hopefully) most of the pregnancy and afterwards. I went for anything that stretched with me, or I could wear low on my hips, and longer than normal tops...and of course, nothing over $4 each because after all, my wardrobe is NOT the priority in this grand scheme of things.
Stretch marks: Same as before. Just a few on my "girls"...fingers AND toes are staying crossed on this one.
Sleep: Depends on the night. And by night, I mean after I fall back asleep at 5:30/6:00 when I actually get into a GREAT sleep until my alarm abruptly goes off. Darn that thing. Then on mornings I can actually sleep a little, or plan to be lazy wear my hair up for work...I'm up and can't fall back asleep after the early morning pee break.
Best moment this week: When Daniel got back home Thursday night from being in Ohio for a week...I got a huge glimpse at what the future with babies is going to be. Without looking at me or saying hello, he got on his knees, rubbed and kissed my belly, and said hello to baby boy (calling him by his first name of choice, of course) until I finally said..."Oh hunny...it's great to see you too, so happy you are back!! Now can I have a kiss?!" haha
Miss Anything: Being at least half-graceful instead of dropping everything (which is getting more challenging to pick up), breaking drinking glasses when emptying the dishwasher, and getting bruises on every inch of my body from bumping into furniture. And I miss my family.
Movement: He is very active, and we LOVE it!
Symptoms: Hair loss on my head, and more hair gain everywhere else (face, tummy, etc)...nice, right?
Food cravings: Really anything...but steak and a cold salad have been number one still. I've been eating an apple, banana, and yogurt almost everyday too, which is different because I usually just choose one of those for breakfast. :)
Anything making you queasy or sick: The usual.
Have you started to show yet: I could lie and say no...that I just ate too much. haha
Gender: BOY!
Labor Signs: Nada
Best moment this week: When Daniel got back home Thursday night from being in Ohio for a week...I got a huge glimpse at what the future with babies is going to be. Without looking at me or saying hello, he got on his knees, rubbed and kissed my belly, and said hello to baby boy (calling him by his first name of choice, of course) until I finally said..."Oh hunny...it's great to see you too, so happy you are back!! Now can I have a kiss?!" haha
Miss Anything: Being at least half-graceful instead of dropping everything (which is getting more challenging to pick up), breaking drinking glasses when emptying the dishwasher, and getting bruises on every inch of my body from bumping into furniture. And I miss my family.
Movement: He is very active, and we LOVE it!
Symptoms: Hair loss on my head, and more hair gain everywhere else (face, tummy, etc)...nice, right?
Food cravings: Really anything...but steak and a cold salad have been number one still. I've been eating an apple, banana, and yogurt almost everyday too, which is different because I usually just choose one of those for breakfast. :)
Anything making you queasy or sick: The usual.
Have you started to show yet: I could lie and say no...that I just ate too much. haha
Gender: BOY!
Labor Signs: Nada
Belly Button in or out?: I have a feeling I only have a week or two left that I can honestly say "in"...because at the end of most days, it's turned inside "out"
Wedding rigns on or off: On most days. I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet on this and fake it till I make it!
General Mood: Mixed. Sad/grouchy/hormonal the first part of the week...then happy/upbeat/relaxed for the weekend. There is a lot going on at work which requires energy and patience. The week was rough because Daniel was in Ohio, and we had a million messes to handle here. Whenever he is gone, I can't sleep. But when he got home Thursday, it turned everything around and I am happy again!
Best advice this week: I'm not sure it's advice...but my mom called me after a really stressful night and just let me cry it out. It was exactly what I needed, because the next day I felt, literally, refreshed and ready to tackle everything.
Worst advice this week: Someone told me that going out to eat alone (which I did twice in the week since Daniel was gone) is not healthy. Um, excuse me...I personally LOVE "me" days, and plan to keep them going for the rest of my life to recharge the battery. Sometimes I will just walk around the mall or Target...other times, I will take myself to dinner and a movie (usually when Daniel is at wrestling, or out of town...and always to a resturant he doesn't like and a movie he would hate). I think no matter what stage of life you are in, if you don't take time for yourself, you will get burried in the norm and drive yourself crazy!
Exercise: Walking the rounds every night solo while Daniel was gone was exhausting! I can't believe I used to be able to run the whole thing...I was out of breath within the first ten minutes! haha
Looking forward to: Vacation in a week with the Gilbert rents; a busy August and September full of fun things including weddings, baby showers, family-time, and getting things done around the house to prepare for sweet baby G; finalizing his name (hopefully sooner than later!)
General Mood: Mixed. Sad/grouchy/hormonal the first part of the week...then happy/upbeat/relaxed for the weekend. There is a lot going on at work which requires energy and patience. The week was rough because Daniel was in Ohio, and we had a million messes to handle here. Whenever he is gone, I can't sleep. But when he got home Thursday, it turned everything around and I am happy again!
Best advice this week: I'm not sure it's advice...but my mom called me after a really stressful night and just let me cry it out. It was exactly what I needed, because the next day I felt, literally, refreshed and ready to tackle everything.
Worst advice this week: Someone told me that going out to eat alone (which I did twice in the week since Daniel was gone) is not healthy. Um, excuse me...I personally LOVE "me" days, and plan to keep them going for the rest of my life to recharge the battery. Sometimes I will just walk around the mall or Target...other times, I will take myself to dinner and a movie (usually when Daniel is at wrestling, or out of town...and always to a resturant he doesn't like and a movie he would hate). I think no matter what stage of life you are in, if you don't take time for yourself, you will get burried in the norm and drive yourself crazy!
Exercise: Walking the rounds every night solo while Daniel was gone was exhausting! I can't believe I used to be able to run the whole thing...I was out of breath within the first ten minutes! haha
Looking forward to: Vacation in a week with the Gilbert rents; a busy August and September full of fun things including weddings, baby showers, family-time, and getting things done around the house to prepare for sweet baby G; finalizing his name (hopefully sooner than later!)
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