Currently, I'm 12 weeks along and have lucked out on most morning sickness, although I've had some issues in the past weeks with maintaining an appetite while eating. But other than that, I can't complain too much. *fingers crossed*
We found out we were expecting about 7 weeks ago and have been dying to announce it, but we wanted to wait until after the 12 week appointment to make sure everything was going well with the baby. Today, we saw the baby moving around quite a bit and even saw it hiccup a few times :) Luckily, my doctor said she will do an ultrasound on the first 4 appointments so that we can see the baby grow. She said that if the baby cooperates for the next appointment (1/29/12), we may be able to know the sex of the baby! *fingers crossed*
I found this blog that this lady has done about her progress during her pregnancy. She did a weekly update (I don't know if I will at first) and had some questions she'd answer each week about different things that happened, what she was craving, etc. So I'll try to post updates of our little one after each appointment.
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| No bump yet - my belt buckle makes my mid-section look larger :) |
How far along: 12 weeks
Total weight gain: -5 pounds (yes, I've lost weight since we found out...but I'm sure it won't last long)
Maternity clothes: Not yet, but got some for Christmas
Sleep: Had weird dreams last night, but nothing too crazy ;)
Best moment this week: Seeing the baby moving like crazy & knowing that everything is going well.
Miss anything: Eating a whole meal
Movement: We saw it, but I can't feel anything
Food cravings: nothing really yet, but I'm partial to macaroni & cheese and ice cream
Anything making you queasy or sick: no - just not having an appetite while eating
Gender: Unknown
Labor signs: No
Symptoms: loss of appetite, weird dreams, excessive salivation...that's about it
Wedding rings on or off: On
Mood: Happy and excited!!
Looking forward to: Seeing the response of our announcement :)
congrats!
ReplyDeleteYIPPEE!!! SO GLAD WE CAN SPEAK FREELY ABOUT IT NOW!! ( I know you think I already did...but I have lots more people to tell!:)) I bet that was so awesome to see that little baby moving around inside of you....CONGRATULATIONS!!! Can't wait to hear more updates. :)
ReplyDeleteHooray! I'm so excited for you guys. I wondered if you would be announcing at christmas and then I saw Emily's post that said you guys had a "memorable" christmas and knew something was announced but I wasn't sure what. That's right around the time Marcus was due, it's a great time to have a baby because you can go out on walks! I'm so glad you haven't been too sick. I'm hoping a girl for you, now that I've had a girl I have to say they are so much fun! I love Marcus and little boys but it's so fun to dress a little girl. Either way I'm happy for you guys and can't wait to see your weekly posts!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Vanessa!! I'm so happy for you guys!
ReplyDeleteI'm soooo glad I checked your blog today! I am so happy for you! You will make the best mama ever!!
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