36 Weeks!

How far along: 36 weeks

Total weight gain: + 23 lbs- up 4 pounds from last dr. visit

Maternity clothes: All maternity now.   Having to do lots of laundry to make sure I have clothes.  Trying not to buy anything new with only a month left to go.  

Stretch marks: None on my belly, but definitely on my breasts

Sleep:Got lots of extra sleep this past week being out of school - it was my thanksgiving gift to myself.  Had a couple of nights of not waking up until 6 or 7 and that was AWESOME!!!!
Labor Signs: Been having some contractions in the last couple of days.  Not sure if they are Braxton Hicks or the real thing.  They don't last too long but they do hurt. 

Symptoms:  Leaking, hip pain, lower back pain, numb spot on my right leg, numb spot on my left shoulder, acne like a teenager, tired all the time, sore ribs from all the kicking and punching.

Best moment this week: Being out of school!  This meant extra sleep, getting to see our family in Tulsa, and spending some quality time with the hubby!  I really was able to relax a whole lot which doesn't happen very often.  

Miss anything: Being able to wear all my own clothes, Sushi, not being tired all the time, being able to put my shoes on without pain. 

Movement: She is still moving around like crazy.  My whole stomach moves when she does.  She also has the hiccups on a pretty regular basis. 
Food Cravings: Donut holes - haven't given into this one, apples and caramel, LOTS of apple juice, fruit - oranges, apples, grapefruit.  

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out, dead animals on the side of the road

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen.

Belly Button in or out: in getting way smaller and flatter

Wedding rings on or off: on and with the cold weather they are also pretty loose most days.

Mood: Feeling good lately.  Really ready for the next few weeks to go by.  

Looking forward to:   Getting the house ready for Christmas, Waiting to wait for Ainsleigh in this season of Advent.  

31 Weeks!

How far along: 31 weeks with new short hair that I love!!!

Total weight gain: +13 according to both home and Dr.  I gained 3 pounds between last 2 visits.  

Maternity clothes: Pretty much all my clothes are maternity, except some dresses.  Still have been able belly band a few things here and there.  Have had to start wearing my hubby's t-shirts so they are long enough. :)      

Stretch marks: None so far and I'm hoping things continue that way.

Sleep:Sleep has been hit or miss this past week.  I think my body is ready to get back into a routine.  Back to waking up in the middle of the night for potty breaks.  Had lots of stuffy nose problems keeping awake, too.

Symptoms:  I have a spot on the lower left side of my back, top of my hip that hurts after sitting for a while. Keep getting it adjusted and hoping it doesn't get worse. I have a spot on my right leg that is tingly which the dr. says means little Ainsleigh is laying on a nerve. I also keep forgetting to mention that the acne fairy has made her presence known during the last few weeks.  I feel like I'm 13 again!!!!  It's awful!

Best moment this week: So many wonderful things happened this past week!  Spending a week creating all kinds of projects for Ainsleigh's room with my mom and mother-in-law.  I love everything we've made and can't wait to share all the pictures!  We had a wonderful shower with lots of family and friends at church.  I got the call today that our furniture has arrived and is ready to be picked up!    

Miss anything: Sushi, not getting winded every time I try to complete any task!

Movement:  Her movements are getting so much stronger these days. The rib bladder combination is quite painful at times. It also feels like she is close lining my stomach on the right side as usual. 
Food Cravings: Donut holes, starbursts, apples and caramel, apple juice, clementines.

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen.

Belly Button in or out: in but starting to flatten out and I finally took out my belly button ring this week and it has been so much more comfortable!

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Really happy.  So much got done in the last week and I feel so on top of things - both at home and for school! 

Looking forward to:   Picking up our furntiture and getting everything put together in Ainsleigh's room.  My birthday next week!

29 Weeks

How far along: 29 weeks 

Total weight gain: +10 back to 24 week weight.

Maternity clothes: Very little still fits that isn't maternity.  I have found that out the hard way a few times this week.  I have purchased a few new pieces that are more appropriate for fall and the cooler weather.      

Stretch marks: None so far and I'm hoping things continue that way.

Sleep: Sleeping well.  Can't sleep in so much any more, which I guess is just preparing me for when Ainsleigh actually gets here.  Having some middle of the night trips to the bathroom, but not interrupting my sleep too much.  Back to be sleepy very early in the evening- around 8-8:30.  Breathe right strips help eliminate the snoring and the hubby is quick to remind me when I forget to use them.

Symptoms:  On top of all my regular pregnancy symptoms, my heart has been acting up this week.  Almost passed out at school and had to go home.  Dr. said everything looks fine, but my heart meds might be metabolizing quicker because I'm pregnant.  I just have to be careful and monitor how I'm feeling. My back and feet are way more tired/sore at the end of EVERY day.  Still have dizzy spells. I have a spot on my right leg that is tingly which the dr. says means little Ainsleigh is laying on a nerve.

Best moment this week:Making it to my October break! 2 weeks off officially started Friday at 3:00.  We also went camping this weekend, which we an now cross off our bucket list.  We had so much fun even though it was cold and rainy. 

Miss anything: Sushi, and a glass of red wine.

Movement: Lots of movement, but she was a still a little on Friday and Saturday and started to worry me.  But a kick count Saturday night made me feel all better as she moved 10 times in less than 10 minutes.  I think that she has also discovered the left side of my belly this week too.
Food Cravings: Sweets, apples and caramel, and all my camping foods that got to indulge in this week.

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen. 

Belly Button in or out: in but starting to flatten out and my belly button ring doesn't quite sit right in my belly button any more.

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Happy most of the time.  Still have lots to do and get stressed easily. 

Looking forward to:   Getting our furniture in. Mom gets here on Thursday!!!!

It's a GIRL!!!

How far along: 19 weeks one day

Total weight gain: +1 at least.  Didn't weigh myself this week. 

Maternity clothes: Lots of belly band.  Can't button most pants now.  Shirts still fit well mostly.  Still loving my dresses.

Stretch marks: None

Sleep: Been sleeping pretty good.  Got new pillows! 

Symptoms: Growing belly, peeing all the time (they lie when they say you pee less in the second trimester!!!), itchy stomach - using vitamin E to help

Best moment this week: As long as I can count yesterday- getting our ultrasound and seeing our precious little baby up close and personal.  It's amazing how developed she is at such a young age!

Miss anything: Nothing lately

Movement: Still little flutters nothing big yet. 

Food Cravings: Pepperoni pizza sounds good all the time - like had it 3 times in the last 4 days - and drinking lots of apple juice.

Anything make you sick or queasy: beef ground beef really (steak is still good), really the rule is if I didn't like it before I got pregnant, don't bring it around now!

Gender: GIRL!  I was so wrong!  The tech said you could definitely tell for sure that it was a girl!  Now we have to figure out a name.

Belly Button in or out: in

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Mostly happy, been a little stressed with school starting

Looking forward to: Buying pink dresses and lots of bows!  Getting to meet all of my students tomorrow!

17 Weeks!

How far along: 17 Weeks

Total weight gain: Still about 0 to -1.  I've been able to eat quite a bit more this past week, so I'm hoping I'll actually see the numbers go up a bit. 

Maternity clothes: Belly band here and there.  Still lots of summer dresses. I'm going to be interested to see what school clothes have to be adjusted in the next week as I head back.

Stretch marks: None

Sleep: Sleep was better this week.  Waking up with lots of headaches lately.  I guess that's just the second trimester. 

Symptoms: Growing belly, peeing all the time (they lie when they say you pee less in the second trimester!!!), headaches

Best moment this week: Having friends tell me that I'm actually starting to look pregnant!

Miss anything: Not much!

Movement: I think I've been feeling the little flutters on the inside.  I'm not sure but it feels like gas which is what everyone says!  Hopefully it will get stronger soon so that I will know for sure.

Food Cravings: I was drinking a lot of Gatorade, but as of today it doesn't taste good anymore!  I really liked the french fries this week.

Anything make you sick or queasy: beef ground beef really (steak is still good), Sam's Club at taste testing time, raw seafood

Gender: We find out on July 30 (got it moved up a week! YAY!) I had my first baby dream this week - We were having a gender reveal party and it was a boy!  We'll have to see if my dream is correct!

Belly Button in or out: in

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Mostly happy, cranky when hot or tired

Looking forward to: Getting into my new classroom - which means really getting to work on the nursery! Going to St. Louis this weekend to see my first Cardinals game at Busch Stadium! We are marking things off our pre-baby wish list!

16 Weeks!

Have to give some credit to the hubby for drawing the ears on the chalkboard this week!  Thanks, babe!

How far along: 16 Weeks

Total weight gain: Lost 1 pound according to the scale at the Dr.  He says I look good though and should even out weight wise in the next couple of months.

Maternity clothes: Belly band here and there.  Wearing lots of comfy summer dresses. 

Stretch marks: None

Sleep: Sleep has been very hit or miss this week.  Last night was AWFUL! Still having weird dreams that wake me up in the night, although none about the baby.  

Symptoms: Growing belly, peeing all the time (I thought that was supposed to get better in the 2nd trimester :/)

Best moment this week: Working on getting the house baby ready.  Done a lot of cleaning and cleaning out this week.  Still a ways to go but what we have accomplished feels great!

Miss anything: Sushi - but considering the smell of raw seafood makes me sick I don't even know that I'd like it right now.

Movement: None yet, but hopefully soon.  I try and focus on if I can feel any movement when I'm sitting still but none so far.

Food Cravings: This week it was Panda Express and ice cream.  I was talking with my hubby today about how I don't crave one thing a lot.  I crave something and then once I get it, I'm good.

Anything make you sick or queasy: beef ground beef really (steak is still good), Sam's Club at taste testing time, raw seafood

Gender: We find out on August 7 - I think I'm ready to say that I predict it will be a boy... have to wait and see.

Belly Button in or out: in

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Mostly happy, cranky when hot or tired

Looking forward to: Getting into my new classroom - which means really getting to work on the nursery! 

14 Weeks

No chalkboard because we are on vacation!!!

How far along: 14 Weeks 1 day

Total weight gain: We've been on vacation for the past week and half and I am happy to say that in that time, I have not stepped on a scale... so I have no idea how much weight I've gained as of this week.

Maternity clothes: I bought a few shirts this week, while we were in Houston and have worn one for fun really (pictured above). My shorts and pants are starting to feel a little tight especially when sitting, so I think my belly band will be coming in handy soon.

Stretch marks: None

Sleep: Much better in the past 2 weeks.  My middle of the night potty breaks have almost stopped completely!  I am finding new pillow needs and will be exploring my options especially once we return home.

Symptoms: The pooch is there and firm as felt by my family this past week.  Morning sickness decided that the 2nd trimester would be the time to make it's debut.  I spent all day Sunday in bed or over the toilet.  Yesterday I was tired and still throwing up!  GROSS!

Best moment last week: Getting to see both my parents and my in-laws.  It was a lot of traveling but I had a really good time with all my family! This is a picture of me in Charleston at the Museum with my dad (taking the picture) 

Miss anything: Energy!

Movement: None yet

Food Cravings: Still salty stuff, and rice is always amazing.

Anything make you sick or queasy: beef, seeing other people get sick, I'm also very sensitive to smells - hard to say exactly which ones make me sick, though.

Gender: We find out on August 7 - No inkling as to boy or girl

Belly Button in or out: in

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Mostly happy, unless hot or tired

Looking forward to: Spending the week on the lake with my hot hubby of 3 years.  Here's the view!  Isn't it amazing???

12 Weeks

  
How far along: 12 Weeks 1 day

Total weight gain: 0-1 lbs Weighed 133 at the Dr. and have been around 130-131 at home but that is first thing in the morning before eating and drinking so mostly the same.

Maternity clothes: Not yet.  I did go ahead and buy a belly band at the recommendation of so many to get the most out of my pre-pregnancy clothes.

Stretch marks: None

Sleep: So-So.  Only getting about 2-3 hours at a time time between potty breaks.  I've also been very restless in the early morning hours.

Symptoms: A little pooch is staring to develop, still very tired and have to pee all the time.

Best moment this week: Getting to hear the heartbeat of our baby (164 beats per minute).  The nurse found the heartbeat so easy and the Dr. said everything looks great!

Miss anything: Being able to get through a day without needing a nap.

Movement: None yet

Food Cravings: Still salty stuff and I'm loving the cheese as long as it's not string.

Anything make you sick or queasy: beef, seeing other people get sick

Gender: We find out on August 7 - many friends say the high heartbeat means a girl - we're not convinced.

Belly Button in or out: in

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Mostly happy

Looking forward to: Getting the house reorganized to make room for Baby Webber.  Finding out the gender!

A Little Announcement

Here is our official announcement!  We are having a baby in December!!!!

How far along: 11 weeks

Total weight gain: 0 lbs so far

Maternity clothes: Not yet.  All my regular clothes still fit.

Stretch marks: Nope

Sleep: Mostly good.  Lots of middle of the night bathroom breaks.

Best moment this week: Getting to see our little peanut! Also, getting to tell the Great Grandparents about Little Webber.

Miss anything: Sushi!  And being able to have a glass of wine at our annual wine party.

Movement: None

Food Cravings: Anything salty!  I'm loving the green olives!

Anything making you sick or queasy: sausage pizza, tacquitos 

Symptoms: Lots of potty breaks and I need lots of naps!

Gender: Don't know yet - not really having any instincts either

Belly button in or out: in

Wedding Rings on or off: on

Mood: Mostly happy - I get cranky when I get tired

Looking forward to: My first real OB appointment this week.