Yes you read the title right, I can now say that I have pregnancy brain. This morning I threw my laundry in the washer like I normally do, and went about my business. About ten minutes later I heard this clunky sound coming from in the washer, but I brushed it off to Michael leaving some change in his pocket. Well I went over to the side table to pick up my cell phone to call Michael to make sure he got to work ok and realized it wasn't there. Well then it hit, OMG I think my cell phone is what is making the clunking noise in the washer. Sure enough I run to the washer, turn it off, pull out all the soapy wet clothes and there is my poor little phone sitting at the bottom of the washer. :(
So now I am off tonight to buy a new cell phone...
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Week 15
How your baby's growing:
Your growing baby now measures about 4 inches long, crown to rump, and weighs in at about 2 1/2 ounces (about the size of a navel orange). She's busy moving amniotic fluid through her nose and upper respiratory tract, which helps the primitive air sacs in her lungs begin to develop. Her legs are growing longer than her arms now, and she can move all of her joints and limbs. Although her eyelids are still fused shut, she can sense light. If you shine a flashlight at your tummy, for instance, she's likely to move away from the beam. There's not much for your baby to taste at this point, but she is forming taste buds. Finally, if you have an ultrasound this week, you may be able to find out whether your baby's a boy or a girl! (Don't be too disappointed if it remains a mystery, though. Nailing down your baby's sex depends on the clarity of the picture and on your baby's position. He or she may be modestly curled up or turned in such a way as to "hide the goods.")
How your life's changing:
You've probably gained about 5 pounds by now (a little more or less is fine, too) and are well into the swing of your pregnancy, but you may still be surprised by an unexpected symptom now and then. If your nose is stuffed up, for instance, you can probably chalk it up to the combined effect of hormonal changes and increased blood flow to your mucous membranes. This condition is so common, there's even a name for it: "rhinitis of pregnancy." Some pregnant women also suffer nosebleeds as a result of increased blood volume and blood vessel expansion in the nose.
Don't be surprised if you and your partner are feeling a little stressed out these days. Many pregnant couples worry about their baby's health and how they'll handle the changes ahead. But with physical discomforts on the wane and energy on the rise, this is also a wonderful trimester for most women.
Your growing baby now measures about 4 inches long, crown to rump, and weighs in at about 2 1/2 ounces (about the size of a navel orange). She's busy moving amniotic fluid through her nose and upper respiratory tract, which helps the primitive air sacs in her lungs begin to develop. Her legs are growing longer than her arms now, and she can move all of her joints and limbs. Although her eyelids are still fused shut, she can sense light. If you shine a flashlight at your tummy, for instance, she's likely to move away from the beam. There's not much for your baby to taste at this point, but she is forming taste buds. Finally, if you have an ultrasound this week, you may be able to find out whether your baby's a boy or a girl! (Don't be too disappointed if it remains a mystery, though. Nailing down your baby's sex depends on the clarity of the picture and on your baby's position. He or she may be modestly curled up or turned in such a way as to "hide the goods.")
How your life's changing:You've probably gained about 5 pounds by now (a little more or less is fine, too) and are well into the swing of your pregnancy, but you may still be surprised by an unexpected symptom now and then. If your nose is stuffed up, for instance, you can probably chalk it up to the combined effect of hormonal changes and increased blood flow to your mucous membranes. This condition is so common, there's even a name for it: "rhinitis of pregnancy." Some pregnant women also suffer nosebleeds as a result of increased blood volume and blood vessel expansion in the nose.
Don't be surprised if you and your partner are feeling a little stressed out these days. Many pregnant couples worry about their baby's health and how they'll handle the changes ahead. But with physical discomforts on the wane and energy on the rise, this is also a wonderful trimester for most women.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Snow/Ice Storm
So the weather has been pretty crappy here lately. Monday we got about a 1/2 of an inch then it melted by the afternoon. Tuesday it pretty much snowed all day, and last night the nasty stuff came. We got a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain which resulted in a nasty morning. I will let the pictures I took this morning speak for themselves.
Front Yard
Side Yard
Front Light- Check out those icicles
Back Yard
Patio Table
Side Yard
Front Light- Check out those icicles
Back Yard
Patio Table
Monday, January 26, 2009
Doctor's Appoinment
Today I had my monthly check-up, and everything went great. It was a very short visit, I think I was only there about 20 minutes. I have gained a little weight which is good, but I still need to gain more to get back to my pre-baby weight. My blood pressure was good, and the baby's heartbeat was strong at 151 bpm. As of today I am 14 weeks and 4 days.
I have another Dr. appointment on Feb 16th for a routine check-up and to do my second trimester screening. Then on Feb 19th we have our big ultrasound at the hospital to find out the sex of the baby. I am starting to feel better. I am still nauseous most days, but thankfully I haven't gotten sick since last Wednesday.
I have another Dr. appointment on Feb 16th for a routine check-up and to do my second trimester screening. Then on Feb 19th we have our big ultrasound at the hospital to find out the sex of the baby. I am starting to feel better. I am still nauseous most days, but thankfully I haven't gotten sick since last Wednesday.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Belly Shots
I have had so many people ask me the past few days if I am starting to show yet. Luckily I am not, but I think alot of that has to do with the fact that I have lost so much weight a few weeks ago.
5 Weeks
14 Weeks
14 Weeks
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Week 14
How your baby's growing:
This week's big developments: Your baby can now squint, frown, grimace, pee, and possibly suck his thumb! Thanks to brain impulses, his facial muscles are getting a workout as his tiny features form one expression after another. His kidneys are producing urine, which he releases into the amniotic fluid around him — a process he'll keep up until birth. He can grasp, too, and if you're having an ultrasound now, you may even catch him sucking his thumb.
In other news: Your baby's stretching out. From head to bottom, he measures 3 1/2 inches — about the size of a lemon — and he weighs 1 1/2 ounces. His body's growing faster than his head, which now sits upon a more distinct neck. By the end of this week, his arms will have grown to a length that's in proportion to the rest of his body. (His legs still have some lengthening to do.) He's starting to develop an ultra-fine, downy covering of hair, called lanugo, all over his body. Your baby's liver starts making bile this week — a sign that it's doing its job right — and his spleen starts helping in the production of red blood cells. Though you can't feel his tiny punches and kicks yet, your little pugilist's hands and feet (which now measure about 1/2 inch long) are more flexible and active.
This week's big developments: Your baby can now squint, frown, grimace, pee, and possibly suck his thumb! Thanks to brain impulses, his facial muscles are getting a workout as his tiny features form one expression after another. His kidneys are producing urine, which he releases into the amniotic fluid around him — a process he'll keep up until birth. He can grasp, too, and if you're having an ultrasound now, you may even catch him sucking his thumb.
In other news: Your baby's stretching out. From head to bottom, he measures 3 1/2 inches — about the size of a lemon — and he weighs 1 1/2 ounces. His body's growing faster than his head, which now sits upon a more distinct neck. By the end of this week, his arms will have grown to a length that's in proportion to the rest of his body. (His legs still have some lengthening to do.) He's starting to develop an ultra-fine, downy covering of hair, called lanugo, all over his body. Your baby's liver starts making bile this week — a sign that it's doing its job right — and his spleen starts helping in the production of red blood cells. Though you can't feel his tiny punches and kicks yet, your little pugilist's hands and feet (which now measure about 1/2 inch long) are more flexible and active.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Week 13
How your baby's growing:Fingerprints have formed on your baby's tiny fingertips, her veins and organs are clearly visible through her still-thin skin, and her body is starting to catch up with her head — which makes up just a third of her body size now. . Your baby is forming teeth and vocal cords... savor this, their non-functional phase. Intestines are in the process of moving from the umbilical cord to baby's tummy. (Much more convenient.)Your baby is almost 3 inches long and weighs nearly an ounce.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
12 Week Ultrasound
So today Michael and I had an appointment at the hospital for a detailed 12 week ultrasound, and to go over some blood work. Well everything went great, although we were there almost 3 hours. On the bright side we got to see the baby for almost an hour. Both of us were shocked at when the picture showed up on the screen. We couldn't believe that it actually looks like a little person inside of a lima bean or peanut like last time. He/she was moving all over the place and wouldn't sit still so the ultrasound tech could get accurate measurements. He/she finally settled down for about 15 minutes then fell asleep. The tech told us that we have a very stubborn baby on our hands. Michael replied by saying, they he/she will be just like it's mom!!! Thanks Michael :) The heartbeat was strong at 158 bpm, which is lower then the first but the Dr. told us it is still great. We have another ultrasound set up in 5 weeks at the hospital, hopefully at that time we will find out the sex of the baby. Enough talking, enjoy the pictures of Baby B!!!
Hi Guy!!!
You can definitely tell this is Michael's kid... Doesn't want any pictures taken!!!
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Follow up to how I am feeling...
Well things are finally starting to turn around!!! 
I am no longer nauseous all day long and I am no longer getting sick 
. I do still get mildly nauseous at night right before bed, but I can handle that. I am starting to eat food again, so that is a huge thing. I am still really tired but I am slowly getting my strength and energy back. The only bad thing is I woke up on Monday with a terrible head cold, so that is slowing down my progress but I will take a stuffed up nose over running to the toilet any day!!!
Last night was the first time in 2 weeks that I was able to get out of bed and watch TV with Michael on the couch. WooHoo for starting to feel better!!!
Week 12
How your baby's growing:
The most dramatic development this week: reflexes. Your baby's fingers will soon begin to open and close, his toes will curl, his eye muscles will clench, and his mouth will make sucking movements. In fact, if you prod your abdomen, your baby will squirm in response, although you won't be able to feel it. His intestines, which have grown so fast that they protrude into the umbilical cord, will start to move into his abdominal cavity about now, and his kidneys will begin excreting urine into his bladder.Meanwhile, nerve cells are multiplying rapidly, and in your baby's brain, synapses are forming furiously. His face looks unquestionably human: His eyes have moved from the sides to the front of his head, and his ears are right where they should be. From crown to rump, your baby-to-be is just over 2 inches long (about the size of a plum) and weighs half an ounce.
Monday, January 5, 2009
Update to how I am feeling...
Not good at all!!! Basically the medicine stopped working after 2 days. I started the medicine on Tuesday, and felt great on Tuesday and Wednesday. Then Thursday and Friday I was so nauseous I couldn't eat anything (which the Dr. told me would probably happen)
Then Saturday hit and I have been throwing up ever since. I haven't eaten anything since Saturday morning. Every time I try to eat or drink anything it comes back up not 30 minutes later. I have been getting weaker and weaker, every time I stand up I get light headed, so I would rather just sit or lay down.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Week 11
How your baby's growing:
Your baby, just over 1 1/2 inches long and about the size of a lime, is now almost fully formed. Her hands will soon open and close into fists, tiny tooth buds are beginning to appear under her gums, and some of her bones are beginning to harden.
She's already busy kicking and stretching, and her tiny movements are so effortless they look like water ballet. These movements will become more frequent as her body grows and becomes more developed and functional. You won't feel your baby's acrobatics for another month or two — nor will you notice the hiccupping that may be happening now that her diaphragm is forming.
How your life's changing:
If you're like most women, you're feeling a bit more energetic now and your nausea may be starting to wane. Unfortunately, you may also be suffering from constipation (caused by hormonal changes, which can slow digestion) and heartburn (hormones again, relaxing the valve between your stomach and esophagus). Just remember, all this discomfort is for a good cause.
Don't worry if nausea has made it impossible for you to eat a wide variety of healthy foods or if you haven't put on much weight yet (most women gain just 2 to 5 pounds during the first trimester). Your appetite will likely return soon, and you'll start to gain about a pound a week.
Your baby, just over 1 1/2 inches long and about the size of a lime, is now almost fully formed. Her hands will soon open and close into fists, tiny tooth buds are beginning to appear under her gums, and some of her bones are beginning to harden.
She's already busy kicking and stretching, and her tiny movements are so effortless they look like water ballet. These movements will become more frequent as her body grows and becomes more developed and functional. You won't feel your baby's acrobatics for another month or two — nor will you notice the hiccupping that may be happening now that her diaphragm is forming.
How your life's changing:If you're like most women, you're feeling a bit more energetic now and your nausea may be starting to wane. Unfortunately, you may also be suffering from constipation (caused by hormonal changes, which can slow digestion) and heartburn (hormones again, relaxing the valve between your stomach and esophagus). Just remember, all this discomfort is for a good cause.
Don't worry if nausea has made it impossible for you to eat a wide variety of healthy foods or if you haven't put on much weight yet (most women gain just 2 to 5 pounds during the first trimester). Your appetite will likely return soon, and you'll start to gain about a pound a week.
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