Saturday 29 December 2012

21 weeks!


How far along? 21 weeks and 6 days (Dec. 29)
Total weight gain: 9.2lbs.. I def feel like I have gained more than that. My stomach feels huge already lol. I am trying not to worry about it.. it is weird though since I have never been big before.
Maternity clothes? 
I bought a few more cute tops at H&M.. just comfy long ones I can wear with leggings.
Stretch marks?
 nope
Sleep: 
not great still.. I figure it is only going to get worse though. I try to just read or think happy thoughts to pass the time lol.
Best moment this week: Christmas was great!! Very busy but got to see all the family. I also heard that two of my cousins are due this summer! Yay babies!!! 
Bought some cute baby boy clothes too.
Miss Anything? My body and my sanity lol
Movement: 
yes lots of kicks. Neil got to finally feel some good ones!
Food cravings:
 rice krispie squares! lol
Anything making you queasy or sick: 
the thought of sushi at this point doesn't appeal. Feel full really quick so trying not to over eat... eat more often.
Gender: 
Boy!!
Labor Signs: 
n/a
Symptoms: 
tired, itchy at times, sore neck/shoulders and lower back at times, anxiety (I am starting to feel like I am soo not prepared and it freaks me out sometimes.. I just want to be the best mom!)
Belly Button in or out? 
It is on the move lol
Wedding rings on or off? 
on
Happy or Moody most of the time: 
I feel happy sometimes and then anxious..
Looking forward to: going up the mountain for new years and relaxing!
Christmas bump!
 

Christmas morning


The 12 Holmes of Christmas


Christmas day at the inlaws


Happy Family :)

Thursday 27 December 2012

20 weeks!

How far along? 20 weeks 6 days (as of Dec. 22... still behind!!)
Total weight gain: still 8lbs.. kinda weird that I haven't gained in the past few weeks but I am sure that won't last long.
Maternity clothes? 
nothing new this week
Stretch marks?
 still using my oil
Sleep: 
not good :( I find if I try to go past 9:30-10ish I get my second wind and then can't get to sleep until at least 1130. Then I wake up at 4 or 5ish. I guess I should just get use to sleeping when I can. lol
Best moment this week: 
Sharing with everyone that we are having a boy!
Miss Anything? my body..
Movement: 
yes there is def a lil active boy in there lol but still mostly when I am laying down or relaxing
Food cravings:
 not really
Anything making you queasy or sick: 
just eating too much at one time
Gender: 
boy!! :)
Labor Signs: 
n/a
Symptoms: 
itchy, tired, uncomfortable at times
Belly Button in or out? 
it is still in but it is moving lol
Wedding rings on or off? 
on
Happy or Moody most of the time: 
it has been an emotional week. I am very happy that baby is healthy but sometimes it hits me and I feel anxious as everything is happening so fast! Midwife said I am carrying my placenta low so I will have to go for another ultrasound around 30ish weeks to see if it is where it is suppose to be. It is all these little things that add up and make you worry.
Looking forward to: Christmas and visiting family :)
Fancy Christmas sweater LOL

Saturday 22 December 2012

19 weeks!

How far along? 19 weeks 6 days (as of Dec 15..sorry totally running a week behind)
Total weight gain: 8lbs
Maternity clothes? 
Bought a few non maternity tops that work :)
Stretch marks?
 nope!
Sleep: 
Don't get me started.. I thought the caffeine was the problem but no.. I just wake up in the middle of the night :( It isn't so bad if it is 5 or 6.. but 1,2, or 3 is not so good!
Best moment this week: 
Finding out Baby Holmes' gender!!! We didn't want to know when we went for the ultrasound but unfortunately that didn't work out.. let's just say it was pretty obvious!! lol On Sunday we had our parents over for dinner and had them open a big present with balloons in it. It was very exciting!!
Miss Anything? how inshape I use to be lol.. I know its sad.. I keep thinking.. beach body!!! Hopefully I won't look too bad for summer at the beach with the LO
Movement: 
Yes!! Mostly when I am sitting or laying down. So amazing!
Food cravings:
 cold water and lemon as usual.. but other than that nothing out of the ordinary.
Anything making you queasy or sick: 
Just eating too much at one time. I feel sooo full after I eat sometimes.
Gender: 
BOY!!!!! So so so excited :) I could not be happier and neither could Neil (He was secretly hoping for a boy of course)
Labor Signs: 
n/a
Symptoms: 
a little itchy, tired, not sleeping well
Belly Button in or out? 
in but I know it is going out!
Wedding rings on or off? 
I actually got my wedding ring off for cleaning! PHEW! I didn't think I would be able to. It is back on though.
Happy or Moody most of the time: 
Well it is has been an emotional week.. the day we found out the gender was the same day that my family pup passed away :( I had this horrible feeling all day which made me think oh no I hope it's not the baby. As soon as my dad phoned work I knew there was bad news.. i just bawled. It was so sudden but I know he went on his own time. We will miss you Coal xoxo
Looking forward to: Christmas!! And buying baby boy stuff!!
Miller is excited to find out if he will have a brother or sister!

Gender reveal to parents... it's a boy!!!

RIP Coal - We will miss you sweet pup

Monday 10 December 2012

18 weeks!

How far along? 18 weeks 6 days
Total weight gain: 8.8lbs
Maternity clothes? 
nothing new this week.
Stretch marks?
 n/a
Sleep: 
waking up a few times a night to pee.. uncomfortable
Best moment this week: 
My massage was soo nice. I def want to get more of those! Midwife visit was also good!! Very healthy baby (phew!) and Also got to visit with a close gf from out of town.
Miss Anything? umm my body lol.. oh and wine!
Movement: 
little flutters.. mostly when I am laying down before bed. Maybe that is when I am most aware.
Food cravings:
 just food in general
Anything making you queasy or sick: 
not eating enough in the morning. Oh and apparently having caffeine. I had a refresher from starbucks and felt all gittery after.
Gender: 
umm girl? I keep going back and forth
Labor Signs: 
n/a
Symptoms: 
still itchy, peeing a lot more, random stretch feelings
Belly Button in or out? 
in
Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: 
happy
Looking forward to: ultrasound next week!!! Surprising our parents with the gender hopefully :)

Mom and I at the theatre


Bundled up + blonde hair

Sunday 2 December 2012

17 weeks!

How far along? 17 weeks 5 days
Total weight gain: 7.6lbs
Maternity clothes? My mom bought me a "maternity" winter coat.. It isn't maternity but it has room to grow in the belly and has a cute belt to accentuate waist :) Great for the mountain! 
I went through my clothes this week to see what works and what doesn't so it doesn't take me FOREVER to find clothes anymore lol. Pack those away for later!
Stretch marks?
 Nope
Sleep: 
Waking up to pee.. waking up for no reason.. but I go to bed early enough that it isn't really an issue.
Best moment this week: 
Taking Wednesday off for lunch with Mom and Christmas shopping :)
Miss Anything? my waist lol
Movement: 
YES!! Few lil flutters here and there
Food cravings: all dressed chips and ice cream! mmm
Anything making you queasy or sick: 
nope
Gender: 
girl
Labor Signs: n/a
Symptoms: 
back issues
Belly Button in or out? 
in
Wedding rings on or off? on 

Happy or Moody most of the time: 
happy :)
Looking forward to: Christmas play on Sunday!!! Big buffet dinner with a huge dessert spread... ANDDD Massage on Monday!!!!