39 Weeks - Mini Coop #2 (Last Pregnancy Post)

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 1 day to go!!

Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 33 lbs - in comparison to the first pregnancy (48 lbs), I am pretty pleased with the weight gain this time around.  Hopefully with a bit of effort, the weight will come off a little easier this time around.

Exercise:
ZERO!!!!!! 

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and bloody right hip pain that has me waking every morning with the worst aches and pains.  Honestly though, I don't have much to complain about!!!  I've had a wonderful pregnancy and am feeling pretty blessed!  I honestly feel like I could carry this baby for another 2 to 3 weeks if I had to!

Thyroid: Levels are looking good! 

Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!!  I am so over the maternity clothes.  It seems like it is the same thing day in and day out, especially these last couple of weeks!!!  I can't wait to get back into a regular pair of jeans!


Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! It looks like I'm picking the first name and Steve is picking the middle name.  He is pretty passionate about wanting to use his "middle" name choice so at the end of the day, I'm okay with it.  It is a beautiful name.

Movement: Movement has definitely decreased.  I'm not sure whether or not it's because she is running out of room or if it's just that I've been so busy and running myself ragged, that little movements go unnoticed. 

Food Cravings: This past week, I've had the biggest craving for red grapes!!  OMG, Lottie and I could sit down and eat a whole bag in one sitting.  I've already told Steve he better plan on bringing me a bag to munch on while at the hospital. Other than that, I've just been pretty much allowing myself to eat any and everything this past week.  I just know that it is DIET time come this week.


Food Aversions: ZERO!

Best Moment of the Week:  Sooooooooooooooooooooooo many!!  Where to start....... hearing my little one's heartbeat on Tuesday, finishing up work on Wednesday, getting a mani/pedi, haircut and color on Thursday, meeting friends for dinner on Friday, visiting mom and dad's grave, visiting my grandma and finally feeling like everything is DONE! 

What I Miss: The hubs has been working very hard this week and had to work on Saturday.  I've been missing him.  Lottie is having a slumber party tonight with my two BFFs since I have to be at the hospital so early in the a.m., so looks like I'll get in a couple of hours of cuddles tonight before the big day tomorrow.

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: You would think that with this being baby #2 I would be a little less anxious, but it is just not the case.  I think it is because I have another little one to think about and live for that going into surgery isn't exactly appealing.  But, C-sections are done every day and they are a relatively easy procedure or so I keep telling myself.  :) 

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - Praying Mini Coop is a healthy baby and everything just goes well with no complications!

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: UPDATE: My surgery got bumped from 12:00 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.  Hallelujah!  I have to be at the hospital at 5:00 a.m. tomorrow morning which means I'll be leaving my house no later than 4:30 a.m.  I can't tell you how happy I am to get it done in the a.m. vs. having to sit around and wait until 12:00 p.m.  At least this way, I should be in a regular patient room by noonish.  It usually takes a couple of hours to get the feeling back in your legs after a spinal so I'll be hanging in the recovery room for a few hours after the baby is born.  That is where I will nurse her for the first time, she'll be given her first bath and where I'll get to hold her for the first time.  To say I'm excited is definitely an understatement.  :)

Please lift our little family up in your prayers tonight as you go to bed.  Please pray that our baby is healthy and everything goes well during surgery. 

It has been so much fun blogging and keeping track of this pregnancy.  I only wish I had done it the first time around with Lottie.  I can't wait to look back one of these days and reminisce about this time of my life. 


Bump Photo: One Last Bump Photo!!!!!!!

 

A little chat and visit w/ her nana and pawpaw.  We went through lots of pictures this past week of my mom and dad.  I am determined for Lottie to know them even if it is only through photos.

 

A quick visit with Grandma Patterson (96 years old)

38 Weeks - Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 1 week to go!!! 

Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 25 lbs - the scale is whack!  Depending on what room they take me to is the scale they put me on.  When I go to one scale, I feel super HUGE.  When they put me on the other, I don't feel too bad about myself.  This past week they put me on the one that always has me losing lbs.  I know I have gained more than 25lbs and my doctor even laughed and said, "You are NOT losing weight!"  Next week, I am going to make sure to get on the other scale.  I feel like it is the more accurate one of the two! 

Exercise:
M- Group Power
S - 4 Mile Walk

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  Other than those usual symptoms, more hip pain - mostly on the right side.  I usually wake up aching or in pain in the night.  I'm also still having leg and foot cramps through the night.  They've got me jumping out of bed to walk them out.  Last but not least, cramping!  Most days, it's fine, but sometimes at work, it is so bad, that I can't get up or walk.  Luckily, that only happens every so often. 

Thyroid: Levels are looking good! 

Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 


Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! Would you believe that we have gone back to not being 100% in tune regarding the middle name?????  Ha, I have a feeling, I am going to be sending Steve to the cafeteria while I submit the information for the birth certificate.  :)

Movement: Oh yeah, lots of hard punches and kicks!

Food Cravings: Soooooooo, UUMC had a fish fry that I just could not pass up!  I totally hit up the drive through for all things good - fried fish, French fries, hush puppies, slaw and a little sliver of cake.  Holy cow - talk about delicious!  I haven't been to a fish camp in forever so this totally hit the spot.  Oh and let's not forget the gallon of sweet tea I made this past week.  Truly OOC!!!


Food Aversions: ZERO!

Best Moment of the Week:  As always, hearing my sweet girl's heartbeat!  Also, Lottie and I spent a little girly time on Friday night while Steve went to one last happy hour w/ peeps from work.  Lottie and I ate our fish plates, rented a movie and cuddled on the couch where she proceded to brush my hair and give me lots of sweet kisses and hugs.  It was heavenly! 

What I Miss: Nothing!  This past week, I embraced being pregnant and couldn't think of anything I really missed! 

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: During my last pregnancy, my doctor started checking me to see if I had started dilating around 36 weeks.  Since it was a given that I was going to be having a scheduled c-section this time around, she hasn't checked me once to see if anything has happened.  History is definitely repeating itself!  I am basically the "baby carrier" - I guarantee that I could carry this baby until 42 / 43 weeks if allowed.  My cervix just will not open up / dilate!  

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - Praying Mini Coop is a healthy baby and everything just goes well with no complications!  I am starting to get really nervous about going back into that operating room! 

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is tomorrow morning, the 30th!  Tomorrow will be my last appointment before we meet again in the O.R.!!!  Crazy!!!



Bump Photo: A glorious morning!!!

37 Weeks -Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 12 days to go!! 

Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 30 lbs - lost a pound this past week - how - I have no clue!!  No worries though, tomorrow's weigh in is bound to be a disaster after the weekend I just had!

Exercise:
M- Group Power
T - Arrichion (Warrior)
W - Group Power

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  Other than those usual symptoms, I've had more hip pain at night - feels very arthritic like.  I'm also still having leg and foot cramps through the night.  Other than that, feeling pretty good!

Thyroid: Levels are looking good! 

Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 



Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! Steve has picked a middle name.  It's still up for discussion at this point. 

Movement: Oh yeah, lots of hard punches and kicks!

Food Cravings: I was OOC this past weekend!!!!!!!  Not only did I pig out at my little baby luncheon, but I also pigged out at Tin Tin with friends on Saturday night!!  I seriously thought I was going to have to have someone wheel me out of there!  I am so dreading the weigh in tomorrow a.m.  And the cake at the luncheon - don't even get me started!!!  It was so delicious - I have been munching on that all week!  Gah!!!!!  No self control this past week whatsoever!



Food Aversions: ZERO!

Best Moment of the Week:  My two BFFs threw me a little bridal luncheon at Brio this past Saturday.  It was really nice to just get together with girlfriends to celebrate this little bundle of joy.  In lieu of gifts, I just asked for diapers.  I must have received 5 or 6 boxes and two of the cutest diaper cakes!  I'm so blessed to have such wonderful people in my life to love on my babies!  :)

What I Miss: I miss not being so stressed at work - I swear I have never worked so hard in my life!  1 week of work to go!

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: The stress level at work is way worse than the first go around.  Lord help me!!!  

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - Praying Mini Coop is a healthy baby and work goes according to plan while I am out.  So stressful - I can't even describe it!

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is tomorrow morning!


Bump Photo: Still rocking the heels every day at work - hey - may as well if I'm able right????? 

 

36 Weeks - Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 20 days to go!! 

Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 31 lbs

Exercise:
M- Group Power
T - Arrichion (Warrior)
W - Group Power
T - Arrichion (MMA)

The stares have gone from, "WOW - you go girl" to "Whoa, what if that chick goes into labor?"  I think I've started scaring people.  Today was officially my last day circuit training.  I've had to modify about half of the workout and after this morning's work out, my body is finally telling me ENOUGH of that!  I plan to continue Group Power for one more week (maybe....) and do some walking, but other than that, I am going to enjoy these last couple of weeks and not worry about making sure I get a work out in.   

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  Other than those usual symptoms, I've been having severe hip pain at night - feels very arthritic like.  I've also been having leg and foot cramps through the night.  They make me jump out of bed to where I have to walk them out for a few minutes. 

Thyroid: After getting my refill, everything has been fine.  Hopefully, there will be no issues when I go to refill this next time around.

Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 



Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! Steve has picked a middle name.  It's still up for discussion at this point.

Movement: She is moving from the top to the bottom, to the side, all over!

Food Cravings: This past week, I was a little more in control, but not really!  I really got down on some hummus / veggies / pita chips!  Delicious!   



Food Aversions: ZERO!

Best Moment of the Week:  I finally got all of Mini Coop's clothes washed.  Holy cow - I washed two large storage boxes full of clothes.  It must have totaled around 5 loads.  The drawers and closet are slap full of stuff.  I also started washing receiving blankets, bassinet sheets, etc.  I've definitely got another 3 or 4 loads of blankets, etc. to do so will hopefully knock that out this weekend.  We also went shopping for diapers, bibs, bottles, pacis, bottle brush cleaners, wipes, lotions, body wash, washcloths, etc.  All in all, it was a successful weekend as far as getting prepared goes, but also a very expensive one!!!!!!!!!!  

What I Miss: Sleeping comfortably and on my stomach.  It will still be a long time after the baby is born until I'll be able to sleep on my stomach, but I can't wait!

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: HOLY COW - time is flying by.  Does it not feel like I just started these posts?????  20 days - really?????????  Lord have mercy! 

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - Praying Mini Coop is a healthy baby!  I just wish I could see her again!  I haven't had a medical ultrasound since I was 18 weeks - Ughhhhh.  I had around 5 or 6 the first time around.  I'm going to see if I can talk my doctor into a "growth" ultrasound this week.  Yeah right!  She's already told me no twice!

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is Thursday, the 18th. 


Bump Photo: What a gorgeous weekend!

My little mini me!

She wanted to poke her belly out too! 

35 Weeks - Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 27 days to go!!  (WOW - Days...........Can you believe it?)


Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 31 lbs - O to the M to the G - I gained 5 lbs in a freaking week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I thought my blood pressure was going to shoot through the roof!  I was soooooooooooooo OOC this past weekend - not even funny!  At this point, weight gain is supposed to slow down not skyrocket!  Way to go T!  It must have been those 100 bowls of cereal I had (cursing my cereal craving as we speak!)


Exercise:
M- Group Power
T - Arrichion (Warrior)
W - Group Power
T - Arrichion (MMA)
F - Group Power

Hoping to make it another 2 weeks working out, but not so sure!  I was struggling this a.m.  I suppose it doesn't help that the place felt like it was 90 degrees in there!  I know I look absolutely ridiculous in these classes and the stares I get are unreal!  But, I will tell you that it feels pretty great when I have girls/guys constantly coming up telling me how "bad ass" I am and how much it motivates them to go that extra mile.  My GP instructor is constantly staring - she scared I'm going to go into labor during the squat track!  Cracks me up! 

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  Other than those usual symptoms, I had my very first BH contraction yesterday.  Woo Hoo!!!!  J/K!  My doctor and I have discussed that my pain tolerance is pretty high so for me to have felt that cramping/tightening feeling is pretty rare. 

Thyroid: What a bloody nightmare the past few days have been.  My results came back within the normal range which is great news.  The not so great news is that I went to get my Rx refilled on Friday and the brand medication I use was recalled.  Of course I asked why it was recalled and I was told, "The bottle / pills were giving off a foul odor!"  WHAT?????  Is that not the strangest thing ever?  When taking thyroid medication, they tell you that under no circumstances are you to change brands.  There is something about making sure you stay on the same brand medication always.  Long story short, I have been without my thyroid meds since Friday (not a good thing to go without while pregnant).  Finally, I found a CVS yesterday afternoon who had just enough pills to refill my prescription.  I called several pharmacies to which they all told me they had none.  Hopefully they get it sorted out before I need another refill. 

Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 

Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! STILL NO MIDDLE NAME!!!!!!!!!  Still nothing! 

Movement:  We are ROLLING - giant waves of movement from one side of my body to the other.  Her kicks are becoming stronger and stronger!

Food Cravings: This past week, I had a MAJOR craving for cereal!!!!!!!!!!  I am banning myself this week because apparently when I start, I just can't stop!  It's been Cheerios, Raisin Bran, Magic Stars and Honey Oats something or another.  Steve was totally talking crap and laughing about one little episode I had - not kidding, could not stop!  I even ran out of milk and had to send him to the store for more. 

Food Aversions: Clearly NONE this past week - see weight gain above! 


Best Moment of the Week:  Hearing my sweet girl's heartbeat yesterday afternoon!  It just reminds me how truly fortunate I am to be able to go through this experience. 

What I Miss: Having a bit of a tan!  I am so pale!!!!!!!  My legs are literally blinding me!


Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: I definitely don't feel as miserable as I did the first time around at this point in my pregnancy.  I truly have to thank exercise for that.  I remember that last month the first time around was pure "hell" - just feeling huge, tired and ready to pop.  Considering, it is less than a month away, I feel pretty great. 

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - Early labor - my doctor assures me that I am measuring right where I'm supposed to be and has told me multiple times that this baby is not coming early.  But, after the cramping/tightening feeling I felt yesterday, it does make me a little nervous.  I need this baby to stay put for the next 27 days.  I've got wayyyyyyyyyyyyy to much work stuff to get finished up and still need diapers, bottles, a pump, wipes, pacis, etc.! 

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is April 18th. 

Update: At yesterdays appointment I had the Group B strep test done.  Had I known it was going down yesterday, I would have been better prepared in the grooming dept.  Just saying!  Yes, I'm crazy!  Other than that, everything went fine.  I am going to the doctor once a week now.  I am still trying to get or have them stay on top of me getting my surgery moved from 12:00 p.m. on that Monday to the 7:30 a.m. time slot.  Hopefully the lady who was scheduled before me goes into labor before then, so I can get that time slot.  I would just really like to knock it out in the a.m. so I can be transferred to a room by early afternoon.  Then I can relax for a bit before my sister brings Lottie to the hospital. 

Bump Photo: That is one big belly!!!!!!!!!!  I feel like it has really grown the last couple of weeks!

34 Weeks - Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 5 weeks to go!!! 


Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 25 lbs

Exercise:
M- Group Power
T - Arrichion (Warrior)
W - Group Power

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  Other than those usual symptoms, everything is going great.  No swelling, pain, nothing of that nature.  I feel pretty good although for whatever reason, my stomach continues to get upset very easily.  I'm starting to think I'm really going to have to watch what I eat - these stomach pains are no fun!  Baby is not happy!

Thyroid: I had my follow up on March 22 with my endocrinologist.  My blood work came back within the normal range so for that I am celebrating!  My next follow up is in 2 months. 

Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 



Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! STILL NO MIDDLE NAME!!!!!!!!!  Lord help us!  :)


Movement:  We are ROLLING - giant waves of movement from one side of my body to the other. 

Food Cravings: This past week, I had a MAJOR craving for a country ham biscuit!  Weird!  I ended up curing that craving with a pop into Bojangles!  It was delicious!

Food Aversions: Mexican, anything spicy or heavy - my stomach is killing me today!  Ever since yesterday morning, my stomach has been giving me a fit!  It is uncomfortable.   



Best Moment of the Week:  Spending quality time with Lottie on our girl's trip to see Aunt Amy.  She is such a great kid and really is such a joy to be around.  I just heart her so much!

What I Miss: My BFF went to Snowshoe Ski Resort and skied for 2 days this past week w/ her dad.  I can NOT wait to go skiing next year!!!!!!!!! 

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: One month out and I've done nothing!!!!!!!!!  Agghhhhhhh - I'm not kidding when I say this babe better keep roasting for another few weeks!  I still need to go out and buy what I threw out the first time around! 

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - just hoping baby comes out healthy and everything goes according to plan.
 

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is April 3, 2013. 



Bump Photo: One last trip to the beach before summer rolls around!  It was CHILLY!

 

My bro in law wanted to get in on the posing of course!  What a poser!  :)

33 Weeks - Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 6 weeks to go!!! 

Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 25 lbs - I absolutely ate my face off this weekend, so next week's weigh in is going to be disastrous! 

Exercise:
M- Group Power
T - Arrichion (Warrior)
W - Group Power
T - Arrichion (MMA)

You should see the looks I get in the classes I take...........  Doing jumping jacks in front of a large group of peeps has become somewhat of a freak show!  It doesn't make me feel uncomfortable at all.............

Symptoms: INSOMNIA, bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  Other than those usual symptoms, everything is going great.  No swelling, pain, nothing of that nature.  I feel great. 

Thyroid: I had my follow up on Friday with my endocrinologist.  She checked my thyroid and am awaiting the results from my blood work.  Hopefully, they will be in any day now.  I am anxious to see where my levels are at since they sort of fluctuate while pregnant.  I am hoping it is within the normal range and no adjustment to my medication is necessary. 


Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 



Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! STILL NO MIDDLE NAME!!!!!!!!!  Lord help us!  :)


Movement:  We are ROLLING - giant waves of movement from one side of my body to the other.  The past few days I've felt the most movement thus far.  I swear she moved around all day yesterday! 


Food Cravings: I can't tell you how ready I am for a giant steak (medium rare) with a plate full of sushi on the side.  It is most definitely happening within the first month after the babe is born. 

** A side note - I made a gallon of decaf sweet tea this past week and good gracious alive - it was amazing!  I forgot how much I love sweet tea! 

Food Aversions: ZERO!  Yep, I'm back to eating just about any and everything! 

Best Moment of the Week:  Lottie has nailed her sister's name down and talks about her all the time like she's here and she's her buddy.  It is so cute!  I can hardly stand it!  I can't even imagine loving another child as much as I do Lottie.  I know there is room in parent's hearts for baby #2 but my heart is constantly bursting at the seam for love for this kid. I'm sure my heart is going to explode when I meet Mini Coop #2.


What I Miss: This past weekend I really missed being able to meet up w/ the hubs or friends to watch college basketball at the pub.  My boys made it to the Sweet 16 and all I wanted to do was watch them on the big screen and drink a couple of beers!  Ahhhhhhhh

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: I'm pretty sure I am procrastinating!  I haven't washed a thing for Mini Coop #2.  My first pregnancy was all about being prepared and having everything done a month before the baby was born.  Not this time - I've got loads of stuff to do.  My hope is to get around to doing it in April.  Let's just hope this baby decides to cook for a few more weeks.

Fears/Dreading: Typical fears - just hoping baby comes out healthy and everything goes according to plan.
 

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is April 3, 2013. 

Bump Photo: Off to work I go!  I think it is almost that time to break out the kitten heels!  Holding on strong!

Mini Coop #2 - 3D/4D Ultrasound

I had my very first 3D/4D ultrasound on Friday.  I did not do the 3D/4D when I was pregnant with Lottie because I think I ended up having around 5 regular ultrasounds during that time.  Honestly, it never really even crossed my mind to have one done.  But, with this being my second and last pregnancy and given the fact that I don't believe I'll be having any further ultrasounds, I really, really wanted to see Mini Coop #2.  I haven't seen her since I was 18 weeks pregnant and have really missed seeing / knowing what's going on in there. 

The ultrasound was nothing short of amazing.  I was completely mesmerized by what I was seeing.  She looked like a "real" baby.  Her hands, face, arms, legs, feet - everything looked as though she was ready to be born today.  She was absolutely beautiful!  And boy did she put on a show!  She smiled, yawned, posed, did all of these amazing "tricks" while I was looking at her. 

I also learned that she is measuring right along side with my due date.  She currently weighs in at 3 lbs 15 oz or right at 4lbs. 

Unfortunately, Steve had to work so he wasn't able to attend.  But, I was given a DVD / CD to take home with me for him to see.  He thought it was pretty darn cool too!

Oh and we all know that I'm not one to pay full price if I don't have to - so I got the "special".  If you go Tuesday through Friday, it knocks off about $30.00.  The package I got came with an ultrasound (around 45 minutes), DVD, CD, 5 color photos, and a teddy bear w/ your child's heartbeat in it.  It cost $115.00. 

My Sunshine Baby

Without further a do......... Meet Mini Coop #2!

TMI!!!!!!!!!  I know - she had her legs spread WIDE open!  No second guessing what the sex is though!

Yawning

HI!

How gorgeous is she????  I could have stared at her all day!

Smiling

I think she's got her mama's nose!

Big yawn

If you get the opportunity to do something like this, jump on it.  It truly was heart warming and made me feel so much more excited to meet her.  I can't wait to hold this sweet girl in my arms!  Less than 7 weeks to go!  :)

32 Weeks - Mini Coop #2

Due Date: May 11, 2013

SURGERY DATE: MAY 6, 2013 - 7 weeks to go!!! 

Total Weight Gain (CRINGE): 25 lbs - I lost two lbs this last weigh in - shocking I know!  That has never happened in the history of me being pregnant! 

Exercise:
M- Group Power
T - Arrichion (Warrior)
W - Group Power
T - Arrichion (MMA)
F - Group Power

I've finished w/ Insanity until the baby is born!  It was getting a bit boring and doing the Level II drills were a no go!  I was trying to use too much of my core which is a big NO NO, so looks like it is Group Power and Arrichion the next few weeks. 


Symptoms: INSOMNIA (no joke - the worst!!!), bloody gums while brushing/flossing, getting up THREE times a night to potty and not being able to hold Lottie for more than a minute.  For the most part, I honestly feel pretty great!  I am definitely starting to feel a bit more run down and am looking forward to some down time in April. 

Thyroid: Next follow up appointment with my endocrinologist is Friday. I've had to increase the dosage once since being pregnant this time around.  I am anxious to get my levels checked this week.  Hopefully it will be within the normal range! 


Maternity Clothes:  EVERYTHING!!!!! 



Gender: It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! STILL NO MIDDLE NAME!!!!!!!!!  Lord help us!  :)

Movement:  We are definitely rolling now - giant waves of movement from one side of my body to the other - so very cool! 

Food Cravings: Oranges!!!!!!!!  I am going through them like I've never had a meal before.  Not kidding, Lottie and I are nuts for oranges!  And let me tell you - they are going through little Lottie like oil!  So gross!!!!!!!  I am getting ready to have to cut the girl off!

Food Aversions: Crock pot chicken tacos - they are like crack (so good), but they make me sick.  I found the recipe on Pinterest and have had them at least 4 times and every time, they make me a little sick to my stomach.  Why do I insist on making them over and over again????  I'm pretty positive that is what caused the weight loss this past weigh in.  I literally couldn't eat for 2 days.  I was miserable!  Poor baby! 


Best Moment of the Week:  So many great moments this past week!!!!!!!!!  I had a 3d/4d ultrasound on Friday!  It was a last minute decision on my part and boy am I glad I did it.  It was amazing!  A post will follow.  We also had our family photos done and I can't tell you how excited I am to see the pics!  It was fun!  Last but not least, Steve and I went on a date!!!!!  Ahhhhh, the little things..........

What I Miss: I could really use some pick me up in the form of caffeine so a cup of regular joe would be GREAT right about now!

Differences Between 1st Pregnancy & 2nd Pregnancy: I think I am truly running myself ragged!  Between appointments through the week and events on the weekends, I can't seem to ever find the time to relax.  I have at least two weekends in April that are completely free and plan on taking full advantage of them!  During my first pregnancy, time seemed to just drag!  Not this time buddy - all you future 2nd time mommies, just you wait!  Time is going to pass you by! 


Fears/Dreading: For once, I am not really fearing anything or dreading much - I am too tired to think about it I suppose! 
 

Follow Up Appointments/Ultrasounds: Next f/u appt. with my doctor is April 3, 2013.  2 weeks!


Bump Photo: Enjoying the beautiful weather we were blessed with this past weekend!!!!  How gorgeous was it out????