27 Weeks

how far along? 27 weeks

how are you measuring? Right on track

size of baby? Size of a rutabaga

heartbeat? I am not sure at the moment

total weight gain/loss? -4 lbs. (I had a litte stomach bug this week and couldn't eat as much) 

maternity clothes? All the way

stretch marks? A few

sleep? I feel like a toss and turn all night long. I am starting to get cramps in my legs and hips, having a thick pillow between my legs has been very helpful at night. I wake up a lot finding myself on my back, unfortunately this seems to be the most comfortable position.

best moment this week? We had our first baby shower and I just felt so loved and blessed and I know that baby G will be surrounded by some amazing people

movement? Yes, especially at night when I first lay down.

food cravings? I still don't have a lot of cravings, but the other night I really wanted tacos...homemade with all the fixings!

gender predictions? We will find out May 26th!

what i miss? Bending over easily to reach things without a belly getting in the way.
what i'm looking forward to? Spring break and rest...one week left!!
how are you feeling? I feel good, I still have a good amount of energy, I'm trying to be better about working out. I have noticed that if I eat too much, the top left side of my belly feels like its burning, so strange!

A sprinkling of love

This last weekend Drew and I had our first shower and needless to say, we were overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and blessings we received for our little one. I definitely have the most amazing friends and family in my life, God has truly blessed me with loving, caring people.

Sweet little notes and decor...

Cute jungle animal set up!

The cake was yummy and sooo cute!

Popcorn party favors

 Me with the Grandma's!

The hostesses: Aunt Debbie, Natalie, Elizabeth, and Holly

4 generations: Grandma, Mom, sisters, and baby G

My Aunt Ilma, the amazing photographer!

My sweet friends and bridesmaids. I am so thankful for these girls and that they are still very much apart of my life.

 I have an abundance of bibs, the activity was to decorate a bib and these were the top 3!

 High school friends: Megan and Shea

Grandma and Aunt...Drew's sister and mom

Thank you everyone for a wonderful shower!

25 & 26 Weeks

how far along? 26 weeks

how are you measuring? Right on track
size of baby? Size of lettuce

heartbeat? I am not sure at the moment

total weight gain/loss? -1 lbs. 

maternity clothes? All the way

stretch marks? A few

sleep? I feel like a toss and turn all night long. I am starting to get cramps in my legs and butt, having a thick pillow between my legs has been very helpful at night.

best moment this week? We got to see little baby G, they were sucking away on their left arm, it's amazing to see the changes in our baby from month to month.

movement? Yes, especially at night when I first lay down.

food cravings? At the moment I really haven't had any cravings, whatever people suggest I eat.

gender predictions? We will find out May 26th!

what i miss? Shopping for cute clothes, I have always loved getting new clothes, but I don't find maternity wear quite as exciting. Don't get me wrong I am excited and truly blessed by this baby, but I miss skinny clothes.
what i'm looking forward to? My first shower next weekend
how are you feeling? I'm feeling really good, the top of my stomach gets a little sore by the end of the day, and my feet/hands are starting to swell, I solve that problem by staying off my feet as much as possible :)

22 & 24 Weeks

Well, I missed the post about 22 weeks, but I'll still share the picture!

how far along? 24 weeks

how are you measuring? Right on track
size of baby? Size of a cantelope

heartbeat? 152 bpm at last appointment 

total weight gain/loss? -9 lbs. 

maternity clothes? Yes, I still have a couple of work pants that I can still wear, but I definitely find maternity pants way more comfortable. 

stretch marks? A few

sleep? I sleep ok, last night was a little more difficult, it seems that my belly is really starting to get in the way now and my hips go numb from the extra weight so I feel like a toss and turn for most of the night. I get up about once during the night to go to the bathroom.

best moment this week? friends starting to plan for my shower and registering for our sweet babe and I think we've finally agreed on names.

movement? Yes, lots of soft bumps

food cravings? I've really been enjoying fresh fruit and apples with almondbutter, these Girl Scout Cookies are killing my attempts to be healthy!

gender predictions? We will find out May 26th!

what i miss? Sleeping on my stomach and back, I catch myself on my back in the middle of the night.
what i'm looking forward to? My first shower at the end of this month.
how are you feeling? I'm feeling really good, I'm a little sore at the end of the day, but I fix that with sitting and relaxing!