16 weeks!

Time has been flying by! Not much has changed between my last post and this one except my waistline...Adam thinks I look more pregnant. I just think I look like I have gained a few pounds in the mid section.

I have gained two pounds since my last doctor's appointment. My doc told me to expect to gain five pounds between then and my next one so I am feeling pretty good about my weight gain so far. My next appointment is next week during week 17 and I am hoping then she can tell me I can schedule my next ultrasound so we can get a really good look at the baby!

• How far along? 16 weeks
• Total weight gain/loss: Gained 2 pounds
• Maternity clothes? I actually wore a maternity pencil skirt to work this week because my other skirts were getting tight and I am tired to wearing the same pants. I have been using the rubber band trick with my jeans which has been really helpful! That's it though! 
• Stretch marks? Nope!
• Sleep: I am finding it more uncomfortable sleeping on my stomach (which I am a stomach sleeper) so I am trying to sleep more on my side. 
• Best moment this week: Getting ready for my very good friend, Whitney's, baby shower in about a month! Our two babies are expected about two months apart so we are hoping they will be bffs!
• Miss Anything? Jimmy Johns
• Movement: Not sure...
• Food cravings: Fruits and veggies. I have had a major craving for milk also! Meat doesn't make me as nauseous anymore so I am trying to eat more chicken with veggies. 
• Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope!
• Gender: I am starting to think Girl but who knows! I catch myself calling the baby "she" without even thinking about it
• Labor Signs: NO WAY!!!
• Symptoms: None
• Belly Button in or out? In!
• Wedding rings on or off? On!
• Happy or Moody most of the time: In a pretty good mood. We are moving in about a month and a half so between packing and the semester winding down, I am feeling a little stressed!
• Looking forward to: Easter is this weekend which is one of my favorite holidays! Adam and I are heading to Omaha to spend it with his family. We are also going to start looking at registry items!

Week 13

Baby C is already feeling the love from its grandparents and great grandparents! Being the first grand baby for my mom and dad, they have already started buying smaller things and making care packages for the baby who isn't even here yet! Baby C already has a few sleepers, toys, pacifiers, rattles, etc.

This past weekend I had a fraternity install and charter at UNK. For those unfamiliar with fraternities and sororities, this is a really big deal! Saturday night was the latest I have stayed up for a LONG time and didn't go to bed until close to 1:30. My body was definitely feeling it the next day as I had ZERO energy and too cat naps throughout the day. Lesson learned...

Adam and I got to see the baby for the first time! When it first popped up on the screen, the baby jumped a little so it was nice seeing it move. I wish the pictures were a little closer so I could see more details of the baby because right now it looks like a little blob or peanut!

• How far along? 13 weeks
• Total weight gain/loss: No gain or loss!
• Maternity clothes? I actually wore a maternity pencil skirt to work this week because my other skirts were getting tight and I am tired to wearing the same pants. That's it though! 
• Stretch marks? Nope!
• Sleep: Still waking up like clock work: Midnight, 3:00 am, 7:00 am. I think this is God's way of preparing me for late night feedings :)
• Best moment this week: My step-sister had her baby just over a week ago so it is exciting that our kids will be so close in age! 
• Miss Anything? I have been really good about not drinking caffeine. I only drank Diet Coke before I was pregnant but completely cut that out. There are days where I could really use a caffeine boost but I resist!
• Movement: Not yet
• Food cravings: Tomato-y things: Spaghetti, Tomato Soup, bruschetta, etc. I am also really craving milk!
• Anything making you queasy or sick: Meat, especially chicken, and strong smells. I have noticed my sense of smell is stronger which has made the queasiness worse at times. 
• Gender: Still have no idea.
• Labor Signs: NO WAY!!!
• Symptoms: Fatigue 
• Belly Button in or out? In!
• Wedding rings on or off? On!
• Happy or Moody most of the time: In a pretty good mood most of the time. Lately I have been feeling homesick. I think part of this is due to my step-sister having her baby and me wanting to be there but also wanting my parents to be close to experience the pregnancy as well. I have been calling them a lot more and am hoping to see them in a couple weeks. 
• Looking forward to: We just saw Baby C today which was amazing! I am looking forward to seeing my family next week for a few days!