Tomorrow is my birthday :) I have to keep reminding myself because I'm so absorb with the pregnancy sometimes nothing else matters.
I get the best present (so far) on Monday. We are going for the 2nd ultrasound and will hopefully be told the sex of the baby. Come on kid, cooperate with mommy and daddy :)
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
How I finally saw a change...
Sure it seems strange. My pants don't fit anymore. I'm finding it increasingly more difficult to move around like I used to i.e. popping out of bed, jumping up from a seated position. I just didn't think it was physically noticeable until I did a side by side comparison of my belly pics.
In the beginning...week 5
In the beginning...week 5
At week 12 there still wasn't too much change...
Then me and the baby started our growth spurt :)
Week 16...finally I don't look crazy wearing my maternity pants :P
Week 17
(these are the pants I belt up...I wonder if they're just bad pants or will they always slide off even when I get bigger?!!?)
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Week 18
The belly is growing, but according to my husband I only look pregnant when I'm naked. I'm still in the in-between stage where my "normal" clothes are too small and most of the maternity clothes are still too big. I've tried wearing a belt on a pair of maternity pants I bought for work. It works until I have to bend, then the belt gets me in the gut. It also looks quite funny wearing my belt on the last notch.
I'm finding a bit of frustration staying thrifty whilst trying to find clothes that fit. Considering I'm only going to wear them for five (maybe six) more months I really don't want to spend $40-80 on a top or a pair of pants. I don't ever spend that amount on clothes I plan to wear for much longer.
I have been able to squeeze into my old swimsuit thus far, but I really think this is the last week I can get away with it.
I have been looking around for maternity swimsuits. I thought it wouldn't be a problem. Well, it's a problem. I searched Old Navy - where I bought my maternity jeans and cargoes. They have tons of swimwear for the whole family. But nothing for us pregos.
Online, however, the Old Navy.com site has maternity swimsuits "only available online". I thought, "fine, I'll order from the states...how bad can it be." Bad enough to not let Canadians order online.
I've checked Zellers and Walmart. Their maternity "sections" consist of one rack hidden somewhere in the plus-size section of the women's department. No sign of maternity swimsuits though.
The specialized maternity stores sell swimsuits for SEVENTY DOLLARS!!! Okay, some of you may think I'm cheap. But the last swimsuit I bought for regular use only cost me $25!!! Once again it's only for 5 months....
I've decided to take a trip to Walmart and try on a non-maternity tankini style swimsuit and see if I can get away with that. Keep your fingers crossed for me :)
I'm finding a bit of frustration staying thrifty whilst trying to find clothes that fit. Considering I'm only going to wear them for five (maybe six) more months I really don't want to spend $40-80 on a top or a pair of pants. I don't ever spend that amount on clothes I plan to wear for much longer.
I have been able to squeeze into my old swimsuit thus far, but I really think this is the last week I can get away with it.
I have been looking around for maternity swimsuits. I thought it wouldn't be a problem. Well, it's a problem. I searched Old Navy - where I bought my maternity jeans and cargoes. They have tons of swimwear for the whole family. But nothing for us pregos.
Online, however, the Old Navy.com site has maternity swimsuits "only available online". I thought, "fine, I'll order from the states...how bad can it be." Bad enough to not let Canadians order online.
I've checked Zellers and Walmart. Their maternity "sections" consist of one rack hidden somewhere in the plus-size section of the women's department. No sign of maternity swimsuits though.
The specialized maternity stores sell swimsuits for SEVENTY DOLLARS!!! Okay, some of you may think I'm cheap. But the last swimsuit I bought for regular use only cost me $25!!! Once again it's only for 5 months....
I've decided to take a trip to Walmart and try on a non-maternity tankini style swimsuit and see if I can get away with that. Keep your fingers crossed for me :)
Monday, May 11, 2009
16 Weeks...and counting
Sometimes it just doesn't feel like I'm pregnant. I think I'm just impatient. Of course when the time comes to "get the show on the road" I'll be begging for it all to slow down.
This is my belly so far. Feels bigger than it looks in the picture.
I have given up on my "normal" pants and have been wear maternity pants, even though this pair is still a bit big on me, they are more comfortable than squeezing into my old jeans. Some of which were a bit baggy on me to begin with, are now so tight I cannot do up the button.
The only real discomforts I've been experiencing are sore breasts, a bit of cramping (the baby is growing fast!) and frequent urination. The last of which I have learned to act on quickly, before I sneeze. Yes, I have had an accident which hubby thinks is hilarious!! HAHA! Oh, and nasal congestion which causes the sneezing. All normal, just slightly annoying.
My dreams have been quite vivid and memorable, which I love for the most part. Except last night I had a scary dream that I lost the baby and I didn't know what to do. My scheduled wake-up to pee was greatly appreciated after that one. I was so relieved that it was just a bad dream.
I also sometimes have dreams about smoking. I had smoked for over 15 years up until I got pregnant. Quitting I found easy at that point. Seeing pregnant women smoking makes me want to get violent (I'm a peaceful person - really!) The thought of putting all that crap into my baby really turned me off. The morning sickness helped keep the cursed things from me too. During my waking hours I barely think of smoking. I'm not tempted and want to remain smoke free for life.
In my dreams however I am tempted. My dream self is convinced that one little puff won't hurt. My dream self also bums smokes from people who in reality have quit smoking too. Crazy!!! I guess after all those years the habit will stick with me one way or another. Better that its only in my dreams.
Everything seems to be going as planned. My last doctors visit was good. Baby and mommy are doing great. Heard his/her heartbeat again. And the next scheduled ultrasound is at a different clinic than the last - Thank God! If baby co-operates we will find out the sex and I can stop addressing my bump as Peanut.
For now I've got birthdays galore to look forward to (brother-in-law, nephew, Baba, mom and me) as well as mine and hubby's first wedding anniversary. May is a busy month.
This is my belly so far. Feels bigger than it looks in the picture.
I have given up on my "normal" pants and have been wear maternity pants, even though this pair is still a bit big on me, they are more comfortable than squeezing into my old jeans. Some of which were a bit baggy on me to begin with, are now so tight I cannot do up the button.
The only real discomforts I've been experiencing are sore breasts, a bit of cramping (the baby is growing fast!) and frequent urination. The last of which I have learned to act on quickly, before I sneeze. Yes, I have had an accident which hubby thinks is hilarious!! HAHA! Oh, and nasal congestion which causes the sneezing. All normal, just slightly annoying.
My dreams have been quite vivid and memorable, which I love for the most part. Except last night I had a scary dream that I lost the baby and I didn't know what to do. My scheduled wake-up to pee was greatly appreciated after that one. I was so relieved that it was just a bad dream.
I also sometimes have dreams about smoking. I had smoked for over 15 years up until I got pregnant. Quitting I found easy at that point. Seeing pregnant women smoking makes me want to get violent (I'm a peaceful person - really!) The thought of putting all that crap into my baby really turned me off. The morning sickness helped keep the cursed things from me too. During my waking hours I barely think of smoking. I'm not tempted and want to remain smoke free for life.
In my dreams however I am tempted. My dream self is convinced that one little puff won't hurt. My dream self also bums smokes from people who in reality have quit smoking too. Crazy!!! I guess after all those years the habit will stick with me one way or another. Better that its only in my dreams.
Everything seems to be going as planned. My last doctors visit was good. Baby and mommy are doing great. Heard his/her heartbeat again. And the next scheduled ultrasound is at a different clinic than the last - Thank God! If baby co-operates we will find out the sex and I can stop addressing my bump as Peanut.
For now I've got birthdays galore to look forward to (brother-in-law, nephew, Baba, mom and me) as well as mine and hubby's first wedding anniversary. May is a busy month.
Saturday, May 09, 2009
Happy Mother's Day!
Happy Mother's Day moms of the world. Though this is not always a happy day for some, for those who do enjoy it ..greetings!
The other day while shopping for Cards for our moms, hubby asked "I'm waiting for next year to do Mother's Day for you, right?" "Yes, dear!" LOL. He's so sweet. I know of some men who will not acknowledge Mother's Day to their wives (the mother of their children). So I really appreciate the sentiment, even if we are still 5 months away from being parents.
I am absolutely sure now that I have been feeling the baby move. S/He feels like bubbles in my belly. Bouncing around noticeably at least once a day. Which has prompted me to talk to my belly more often now. "What are you doing in there, kid?"
Things are moving along quickly now. The changes seem to occur daily now. Even my belly and the way my clothes fit. I have to experiment daily with my wardrobe. (Nope, can't get away with those pants anymore). Soon I will be wearing my Yoga pants to the grocery store. I know it seems acceptable to wear these things out of the house, but I've always felt like I was wearing my PJ's. Maybe because I do wear them to bed:P.
I'm going to see if I can get a decent baby bump photo and I will post it soon.
Again, Happy Mother's Day all!!
The other day while shopping for Cards for our moms, hubby asked "I'm waiting for next year to do Mother's Day for you, right?" "Yes, dear!" LOL. He's so sweet. I know of some men who will not acknowledge Mother's Day to their wives (the mother of their children). So I really appreciate the sentiment, even if we are still 5 months away from being parents.
I am absolutely sure now that I have been feeling the baby move. S/He feels like bubbles in my belly. Bouncing around noticeably at least once a day. Which has prompted me to talk to my belly more often now. "What are you doing in there, kid?"
Things are moving along quickly now. The changes seem to occur daily now. Even my belly and the way my clothes fit. I have to experiment daily with my wardrobe. (Nope, can't get away with those pants anymore). Soon I will be wearing my Yoga pants to the grocery store. I know it seems acceptable to wear these things out of the house, but I've always felt like I was wearing my PJ's. Maybe because I do wear them to bed:P.
I'm going to see if I can get a decent baby bump photo and I will post it soon.
Again, Happy Mother's Day all!!
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Week 15
Things seem to be moving fast and slow at the same time. As I am now 15 weeks pregnant and the baby is developing quickly, I'm still not really showing. I am starting to get a slight shaping of things to come I'm happy to say. But I still do not look pregnant. I don't even really feel pregnant. Without the nausea and tiredness I'm normal feeling again. Yes, I will enjoy it while it lasts.
Friday, when I got home from work I went through all my spring/summer clothes and tried everything on. Of my non-maternity clothes I found 2 pairs of pants and a couple of shirts that I can still get away with for now. Desperately I tried on a pair of Hubby's pants. They JUST fit!! Eeek!
I ran for the measuring tape and found that I have gained a few inches in the bust and waist, which I am happy about, except that I have no clothes. Seems my obsession with jeans and baby t's has come back to haunt me. No wonder I was looking like that stereo-typical fat plumber (big belly hanging out the front. Butt cleavage out the back).
As luck would have it my tax return came in. Time to go shopping! As most people who know me will note I am thrifty (some may say cheap, but not to my face :P). I can't remember the last time I bought myself new clothes from the mall. Well, desperate times call for desperate measures.
I found out that Old Navy has a maternity section (at select stores). It's not a huge selection, but the prices are decent compared to "maternity stores". I bought a pair a jeans with the atrocious stretchable belly panel. A pair of black cargoes with elastic waist band and draw string. And a maternity tank top in black. I figured I could wear it under the tops I have that might come a bit short on the belly. Or just on its own when its warm (covered in my 60 spf sunblock).
I'm happy with my purchases. Clothes that fit and will grow with me. I didn't want to get carried away though. I want to see how long they will grow with me :) And spending $100 in one shot was a bit scary for me. But maybe I could get used to it. I did resist my temptation to buy this really cute infant t-shirt. It was white with little ruffles on it. But we still don't know the sex, and I didn't want to tempt fate.
My second prenatal visit to the doctor is tomorrow morning. I hope I can convince her to send me to a different ultrasound clinic. I'm also trying to think of questions to ask her. I do think of things sometimes, but if I don't write them down right away I forget. Another symptom I have - pregnancy brain!!!
Maybe next week I will have a picture of my bump...
Friday, when I got home from work I went through all my spring/summer clothes and tried everything on. Of my non-maternity clothes I found 2 pairs of pants and a couple of shirts that I can still get away with for now. Desperately I tried on a pair of Hubby's pants. They JUST fit!! Eeek!
I ran for the measuring tape and found that I have gained a few inches in the bust and waist, which I am happy about, except that I have no clothes. Seems my obsession with jeans and baby t's has come back to haunt me. No wonder I was looking like that stereo-typical fat plumber (big belly hanging out the front. Butt cleavage out the back).
As luck would have it my tax return came in. Time to go shopping! As most people who know me will note I am thrifty (some may say cheap, but not to my face :P). I can't remember the last time I bought myself new clothes from the mall. Well, desperate times call for desperate measures.
I found out that Old Navy has a maternity section (at select stores). It's not a huge selection, but the prices are decent compared to "maternity stores". I bought a pair a jeans with the atrocious stretchable belly panel. A pair of black cargoes with elastic waist band and draw string. And a maternity tank top in black. I figured I could wear it under the tops I have that might come a bit short on the belly. Or just on its own when its warm (covered in my 60 spf sunblock).
I'm happy with my purchases. Clothes that fit and will grow with me. I didn't want to get carried away though. I want to see how long they will grow with me :) And spending $100 in one shot was a bit scary for me. But maybe I could get used to it. I did resist my temptation to buy this really cute infant t-shirt. It was white with little ruffles on it. But we still don't know the sex, and I didn't want to tempt fate.
My second prenatal visit to the doctor is tomorrow morning. I hope I can convince her to send me to a different ultrasound clinic. I'm also trying to think of questions to ask her. I do think of things sometimes, but if I don't write them down right away I forget. Another symptom I have - pregnancy brain!!!
Maybe next week I will have a picture of my bump...
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