NT Test

Today Steve and I went to the hospital to get the NT test done. They pricked my finger and took blood which didn't hurt at the time, but after all the squeezing I could barely hold a pen later that day it was black and blue. The ultra sound was amazing, my heart filled with so much love seeing our little nugget, and he/she was soooo cute moving its hands around. The nugget looked perfect! The technician said everything looked good, but we won't know the test results for another week. The heartbeat was 160 and the measurement was below 3mm (I think she said 1.7mm and 2mm), but I'll say for sure next week when I have the results. I just hope everything comes back fine.

After the test we went to Dr. Dobrenis office for our regular check up and were seen an hour late. The person before me had just suffered a miscarriage for the third time. She had gotten a heartbeat two weeks ago and was super excited and today she lost the baby. It really makes you feel grateful for having such an easy pregnancy because not everyone has that. Sadly my boss didn't feel that way and was mad I missed the open and was gone so long. To say I was nervous to go back to work is an understatement but the health of my baby comes first and I'm just so happy I got to see him/her today! I can't wait to hold you in my arms little nugget and introduce you to your big brother!

Weekly Belly Picture- 12 weeks

How far along? 12 Weeks 1 day
Total weight gain: 4 pounds
Body Changes? I have a small belly now. Breast are larger. Face filling out more.
Sleep: Sleep well, still very tired.
Best moment this week: Seeing our baby today. I'm already head over heels for this baby and can't wait to meet him/her.
Baby Gender: Still thinking boy, although when I saw the little monkey on the ultrasound I thought girl haha
Food Cravings: roast beef sandwiches with extra mayo and mustard...no wonder my face is filling out :)
What I miss: Not being able to see my little nugget for another month!
Symptoms: Bad headaches, I'm very stiff in my shoulders and neck. My lower back is messed up.
Movement: nope not for some time to come
What I am looking forward to: Working out. Steve and I signed up at the gym, time to get in shape. Oh and this weekend is Max's first Halloween. He will be a tiger!
Milestones: Made it to the second trimester...bye bye miserable first tri!

Weekly Belly Picture - 11 weeks

How far along? 11 Weeks 3 days
Total weight gain: 4 pounds
Body Changes? I have a small belly now. Breast are larger.
Sleep: Sleep well, still very tired.
Best moment this week: I had one day where I felt like myself. No pregnancy brain, not tiredness, it made work so much easier.
Baby Gender: I have changed sides. I'm thinking boy now. I have the exact same symptoms I had with Max and I have a feeling it will be another boy.
Food Cravings: Pickles and sour foods like vinegar.
What I miss: Not being so tired all the time. Fitting into my pants. Not having so many headaches.
Symptoms: Exhaustion, Headaches, Bloat. Pregnancy Brain.
Movement: nope not for some time to come
What I am looking forward to: Next Thursday! I can't wait to see our little one on the ultrasound. I am praying everything goes smoothly and he/she is healthy.
Milestones: Almost done with first trimester.

I ordered the crib this week for Baby #2 as we like to call him or her. It's a beautiful espresso colored crib and I'm getting so excited to decorate the babies room. I can't believe we will have two kids in this house in a few months...it's so exciting.

Nearing the end...

Of the first trimester and today was the first day I have felt like my old self at work. I had energy and pregnancy brain was non existent. I hope this continues because I feel so much better!

Weekly Belly Picture-10 Weeks

How far along? 10 Weeks
Total weight gain: 3.5 Pounds
Body Changes? Belly popped, breasts are getting bigger.
Sleep: Sleeping fine, very very tired.
Best moment this week:
Baby Gender: Every time I think girl a little voice says "nope boy"
Food Cravings: Aversion to lots of foods that change day to day. Noticing I have to eat little meals every two hours or so or I start to shake.
What I miss: Not feeling so tired and hot baths
Symptoms: Exhaustion, Headaches, Bloat. Pregnancy Brain.
Movement: nope not for some time to come
What I am looking forward to: A relaxing weekend with no plans.
Milestones: I've been really good on my no bad carbs diet.

Weekly Belly Picture- 9 Weeks

How far along? 9 Weeks 5 Days
Total weight gain: 3 Pounds
Body Changes? Belly popped, breasts are getting bigger. My face looks tired and pale.
Sleep: Sleeping fine, very very tired.
Best moment this week: Taking Max to the farm to go apple and pumpkin picking.
BabyGender: I'm leaning girl.
Food Cravings: Aversion to lots of foods that change day to day. Noticing I have to eat little meals every two hours or so or I start to shake.
What I miss: Not feeling so tired and bloated.
Symptoms: Exhaustion, Headaches, Bloat. Pregnancy Brain.
Movement: nope not for some time to come
What I am looking forward to: Our next doctors appointment in 2.5 weeks
Milestones: getting back on the gestational diet plan. Cheating hear and there but really trying.