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!

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???