Date/Week: July 28; week 16
Milestones: We're at 4 months! We enter our 5th month next week (according to the Mayo Clinic book)!
Physical Progress: I look less pregnant than I did last week - sorta...
Symptoms: off again, on again nausea (still); a little tired
How do I feel about my body: I'm happier since I have clothes that fit and look pretty decent (particularly for work)
Food cravings/aversions: watermelon; waffles
Sleep: Pretty good this week - trying to sleep on my left side is kinda tough at times (I'm a right side sleeper)
Energy level: Not as good as last week - need to be more regular with the exercise!
Exercise: swimming/water aerobics on Saturdays; pilates and yoga; walking
Baby Movement: There's a dance class going on in there (not always felt but I'm picking it up on the doppler)
Thoughts and Feelings? Actually have found myself wondering whether we should consider a second - would we do IVF again - where would we go to do it. I had to put those thoughts aside and now I am contemplating daycare options (hoping to find a Montessori-based programme... or a live-out nanny share)
What I am looking forward to: relaxing over the long Cup Match Weekend (July 29 - Aug 1) and our Boston appointment in 2 weeks
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Weight Gain - I am within my ideal range and my doctors are happy with it. I just hope I don't hit the maximum number they expect - that would be mental hell!Still, I know I'll be able to get rid of it at the end so I need to get over the shock of eventually seeing numbers I've never seen before.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
Week 15
Date/Week: July 21; week 15
Milestones: Wearing maternity clothes more than my regular clothes. The suit jacket that I got for work looks amazing!
Physical Progress: OK - I am looking pregnant if I wear a fitted shirt
Symptoms: some round ligament pain; boobs are still growing (damn)
How do I feel about my body: I'm going to have to get used to my stomach, particularly as it continues to grow
Food cravings/aversions: nachos; peanut butter & bacon on toasted english muffins
Sleep: The dreams are crazy!
Energy level: Pretty good - loving the water aerobics
Exercise: swimming/water aerobics on Saturdays; pilates and yoga; walking
Baby Movement: Still light flutters - baby is getting higher up
Thoughts and Feelings? Thinking about the second half of the year and what life will be like 6 months from now. I am a bit more comfortable telling friends but I haven't shared with everyone.
What I am looking forward to: relaxing over the long Cup Match Weekend (July 29 - Aug 1) and I want to do some shopping in Boston next month (I really want a ipad)
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Janet Evanovich - Sizzling Sixteen (needed a break from pregnancy related reading) / I need to go on vacation in Rotorua, NZ sometime in the future... this has nothing to do with the latest Stephanie Plum novel
Milestones: Wearing maternity clothes more than my regular clothes. The suit jacket that I got for work looks amazing!
Physical Progress: OK - I am looking pregnant if I wear a fitted shirt
Symptoms: some round ligament pain; boobs are still growing (damn)
How do I feel about my body: I'm going to have to get used to my stomach, particularly as it continues to grow
Food cravings/aversions: nachos; peanut butter & bacon on toasted english muffins
Sleep: The dreams are crazy!
Energy level: Pretty good - loving the water aerobics
Exercise: swimming/water aerobics on Saturdays; pilates and yoga; walking
Baby Movement: Still light flutters - baby is getting higher up
Thoughts and Feelings? Thinking about the second half of the year and what life will be like 6 months from now. I am a bit more comfortable telling friends but I haven't shared with everyone.
What I am looking forward to: relaxing over the long Cup Match Weekend (July 29 - Aug 1) and I want to do some shopping in Boston next month (I really want a ipad)
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Janet Evanovich - Sizzling Sixteen (needed a break from pregnancy related reading) / I need to go on vacation in Rotorua, NZ sometime in the future... this has nothing to do with the latest Stephanie Plum novel
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Date/Week: July 15; week 14
Milestones: Firmly into 2nd tri and we can immediately find the heartbeat on the doppler.
Physical Progress: I think I've popped somewhat... darn weak abdominals...
Symptoms: Still having a few nauseous moments
How do I feel about my body: I love my Old Navy Maternity shorts. I don't look fat anymore
Food cravings/aversions: roast beef carvery and spring rolls
Sleep: Up maybe 2-3 times a night
Energy level: Pretty good - back to regular exercise!
Exercise: swimming/water aerobics on Saturdays
Baby Movement: Still light flutters
Thoughts and Feelings? I feel more organized. We'll be laying out the nursery in autocad tonight!
What I am looking forward to: relaxing over the long Cup Match Weekend (July 29 - Aug 1)
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Fit Pregnancy / I actually understand more what the articles and ads relate to
Milestones: Firmly into 2nd tri and we can immediately find the heartbeat on the doppler.
Physical Progress: I think I've popped somewhat... darn weak abdominals...
Symptoms: Still having a few nauseous moments
How do I feel about my body: I love my Old Navy Maternity shorts. I don't look fat anymore
Food cravings/aversions: roast beef carvery and spring rolls
Sleep: Up maybe 2-3 times a night
Energy level: Pretty good - back to regular exercise!
Exercise: swimming/water aerobics on Saturdays
Baby Movement: Still light flutters
Thoughts and Feelings? I feel more organized. We'll be laying out the nursery in autocad tonight!
What I am looking forward to: relaxing over the long Cup Match Weekend (July 29 - Aug 1)
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Fit Pregnancy / I actually understand more what the articles and ads relate to
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Week 13
Date/Week: July 7; week 13
Total weight gain/loss: 174.75 (+.25)
Milestones: According to 'What To Expect When You're Expecting', we're in our second trimester today - "Fit Pregnancy' says it's next week.
Physical Progress: I've been wearing some maternity tops since my regular tops are popping buttons and wearing a large looks strange on me. I've purchased a few maternity pants for use soon since the hair elastic method of buttoning my pants is getting painful.
Symptoms: Still having a few nauseous moments; Feeling run down in the evening
How do I feel about my body: I actually look much better in maternity clothes, even though I am not mad about the styles that are currently out there.
Food cravings/aversions: craving burritos, avacadoes and yoghurt
Sleep: Still actively dreaming but also waking up to pee at about 2am consistently
Energy level: Better but I have no desire to go running anywhere!
Exercise: still walking; plan to add some swimming/water aerobics on Saturday.
Baby Movement: At the NT scan I realised that when sproglet moved that I felt a fluttery sensation. I've been paying attention to the fluttery sensation since as it isn't a strong feeling yet. The doctor said I'll feel it really well at around week 16-18
Thoughts and Feelings? I am more comfortable (again) with being high risk and with the possibility of having to stay in Boston near the end of this journey. It will be another interesting adventure!
What I am looking forward to: feeling what it is like to swim while pg on Saturday.
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Baby Bargains / buying 2nd hand is wonderful (and I totally agree)
Total weight gain/loss: 174.75 (+.25)
Milestones: According to 'What To Expect When You're Expecting', we're in our second trimester today - "Fit Pregnancy' says it's next week.
Physical Progress: I've been wearing some maternity tops since my regular tops are popping buttons and wearing a large looks strange on me. I've purchased a few maternity pants for use soon since the hair elastic method of buttoning my pants is getting painful.
Symptoms: Still having a few nauseous moments; Feeling run down in the evening
How do I feel about my body: I actually look much better in maternity clothes, even though I am not mad about the styles that are currently out there.
Food cravings/aversions: craving burritos, avacadoes and yoghurt
Sleep: Still actively dreaming but also waking up to pee at about 2am consistently
Energy level: Better but I have no desire to go running anywhere!
Exercise: still walking; plan to add some swimming/water aerobics on Saturday.
Baby Movement: At the NT scan I realised that when sproglet moved that I felt a fluttery sensation. I've been paying attention to the fluttery sensation since as it isn't a strong feeling yet. The doctor said I'll feel it really well at around week 16-18
Thoughts and Feelings? I am more comfortable (again) with being high risk and with the possibility of having to stay in Boston near the end of this journey. It will be another interesting adventure!
What I am looking forward to: feeling what it is like to swim while pg on Saturday.
What am I reading / things I’m learning: Baby Bargains / buying 2nd hand is wonderful (and I totally agree)
Thursday, July 1, 2010
NT Scan and OB Visit
Yeah, two days straight of nervousness because of back to back appointments. It's been worth it though as we both feel much better as we go into the 2nd tri...
First was the NT Scan. I read so many books and websites on what it was about and what to expect. Needless to say, I was praying hard for a result under 2.5mm. I was so happy with the 3 measurements. The first was 1.8mm, the second 1.5mm and the third 1.4mm. We were so very happy. Sproglet was moving a lot, so much so that Aidan said it looked like a hamster on one of those wheels. I couldn't stop laughing, which didn't help with the u/s. Finally, we got a measurement of 12w 2 days which was the same as our June u/s.
Today was not as much fun. My blood pressure was up but it varied so much when it was measured again and again that I was asked to take it daily at home. If it starts creeping up, I have to call to have the meds adjusted. Second, there was protein in my baseline urine so I've been asked to go to the consult in Boston on August 16th. I've contacted my coordinator so we'll book the flights when she confirms how long I'll have to be out there. I also will be seeing my nephrologist on the 22nd so they'll keep an eye on me!
Anyhow, we got to see sproglet again today. Very active again and we even got a wave. And I swear, I'm feeling a fluttery sensation in my belly when all of this movement happens. I'm going to have to pay attention going forward...
First was the NT Scan. I read so many books and websites on what it was about and what to expect. Needless to say, I was praying hard for a result under 2.5mm. I was so happy with the 3 measurements. The first was 1.8mm, the second 1.5mm and the third 1.4mm. We were so very happy. Sproglet was moving a lot, so much so that Aidan said it looked like a hamster on one of those wheels. I couldn't stop laughing, which didn't help with the u/s. Finally, we got a measurement of 12w 2 days which was the same as our June u/s.
Today was not as much fun. My blood pressure was up but it varied so much when it was measured again and again that I was asked to take it daily at home. If it starts creeping up, I have to call to have the meds adjusted. Second, there was protein in my baseline urine so I've been asked to go to the consult in Boston on August 16th. I've contacted my coordinator so we'll book the flights when she confirms how long I'll have to be out there. I also will be seeing my nephrologist on the 22nd so they'll keep an eye on me!
Anyhow, we got to see sproglet again today. Very active again and we even got a wave. And I swear, I'm feeling a fluttery sensation in my belly when all of this movement happens. I'm going to have to pay attention going forward...
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