20 weeks! HALF WAY!

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Kinley's face is like "OMG my last Christmas as a spoiled only child/onlygrandchild" haha she's got a rude awakening coming! This chickie loves attention!

How far along: 20weeks

Weight gain: 5 lbs. I was expecting more with the Holidays. We had 3 turkey dinners back to back this year!

Maternity clothes: Still wearing my normal clothes, but lots of leggings.

Stretch marks: No

Belly button in or out: in still

Sleep: Decent, besides the midnight pee breaks, I've been waking up with headaches though

Best moment this week: Hasn't happened yet, but the ultrasound is tomorrow! Also, we are having so much Christmas fun with Kinley this year.  Last year Kinley and I spent Christmas Eve in the hospital and woke up Christmas morning there, so I was extra special this year. Also, I went on a 2.5 hour hike with a lot of climbing and uphill/downhill. I was impressed with myself.

Worst moment this week: The amount of clean up after Christmas! 

Miss anything: I missed my wine on Christmas and actually tried de alcoholized wine which was pretty much just a fancy juice.

Movement: Lots of kicks! Ace hasn't felt it yet although we try to get him to be able to feel every night.

Cravings:Carbs!! Pasta and bread! yum.

Queasy or sick: Im starting to get a lot of heartburn again. I could barely eat the stuffing at dinner which is usually my favorite. Sad.

Looking forward to: The ultrasound tomorrow and to see our baby kicking away!

De alcoholized wine (Cab Sav)

Hiking Pics

Christmas pics

19 weeks

I can't believe how fast this is going. Already 19 weeks and an ultrasound in one week! I can't wait to see our sweet baby that will actually look like a baby and not just a blob on the screen!


Do I want a girl or a boy?

I'm not going to lie... the thought of having a boy makes me a bit anxious. I already know how to do girls since I have one, easy. But I don't know about boys yet.  I know they're into action and I should probably stock up on band aids. I also heard they pee straight in your face.Then there is all the new things I would need to buy. I don’t have boy clothes or toys, it’s like starting over. 

But to be honest I would be genuinely happy either way. Growing up I always wanted a sister, so it would be pretty amazing for Kinley to have one. Plus  have everything already, and the hand me downs would save a bunch of money.

Super Update

I've had some time off work which has been fabulous because I've got to sleep in with Kinley and enjoy so many extra cuddles!

On the downside.. it's Christmas.. the most expensive time of the year… just a horrible time to not be making money. Oh well!


Here are some photos from yesterday of Kinley being a character (as usual)

She's wearing her IWEARTHEHEADRESS
look them up on instagram if you haven't already! Love her stuff

I have also been doing Prenatal Yoga on Mondays! I absolutely LOVE it and the teacher. I've learned so much already. I am definitely enjoying it and recommend it to any pregnant mommas wanting a little down time once a week. This is also a great way to connect with other mommas in your area.

Even though this is an amazing exciting time in our lives, there has been some stresses.

One in particular is having to find a new doctor. The doctor I have now was my dad's since he was 9 years old, so obviously I can't blame him for retiring from delivering. He delivered both my brothers and myself, as well as Kinley. I cried when he told me he wouldn't be delivering this baby, I was so upset. The way our area deals with pregnant women is they have a maternity clinic. This is SO new to me as I used my family doctor before and had already known him and felt comfortable. I don't like the idea of having to get to know 5+ doctors and not knowing which will deliver you. It makes me feel so uncomfortable. Ace's doctor still delivers, but she isn't accepting new patients, so hopefully we will be able to work something out with her. If I go to her maternity clinic, there is only 1 day a week that she is in there, and there is a chance 7 other doctors could deliver me. AH! This gives me anxiety. So hopefully she can take me on as a new patient, or a different doctor can. I just want ONE doctor to follow me through my pregnancy and then deliver for me. I'm crossing my fingers. 

How are you guys dealing with your pregnancies? Are you using your family doctor/ a specialist/ a mid wife / or a maternity clinic? Let me know your advice!

18 week update

How Far Along:  18 weeks

Weight Gain/Loss:  -8lbs.

Sleep:  I didn't even do a chalk board last week because I was so tired! Kinley has been sick so she's been staying in bed with me.. she pee'd the bed a few times, woke up for sips of water TONS and kicked me lots! So I haven't had the best sleeps in a while. She's finally feeling better, I can't wait to sleep tonight!

Best Moment This Week:   Feeling more movement. It's the best ever.

Movement: Little pops here and there. The baby is always the most active when I lay down in bed at night. Party Animal!!

Food Cravings/Aversions: I've been having pineapple for the past 2 weeks. My boss told me you aren't suppose to when you're pregnant. I googled it and eating pineapple is perfectly safe. What is of concern is the core. The core of a pineapple does contain high levels of Bromelain which can cause thinning and contractions if you eat a ton of it. You would have to eat quite a few cores to have this happen.

What I Miss: Baileys in my hot chocolate. COFFEE. This week I had a few cups, even though I usually avoid caffeine completely.

Stretch Marks:  Old ones are starting to show.

Belly Button:  In.

Rings:  Loose.

Mood: Happy but extremely sensitive! Lots of crying lately.

Labor Signs: some minor cramping, and lower back pains. I got kidney stones apparently... but haven't confirmed this.

Upcoming Appointments/Events: Ultrasound next month! Right after Christmas.

What I look forward to: My belly to start growing :)

Weekly Wisdom:  Get as many back rubs and naps in as you can.

See some pics from today!

 

 

 

 

It say's "Do not open until May 2014"

Kinley visits Santa Clause

Kinley Jane Rose's Christmas List: 

1. Puppy wearing a Santa hat ( hasn't stopped talking about this for 3 weeks, it's under $20 from Shoppers ) 

2. Barbies ( duh )

3. A balloon with a handle ( she means a helium balloon with a weight) 

I wonder how many years her list will stay this simple. I guess only having netflix and her never seeing commercials helps.


She was a little scared to sit on his lap at first, but I sat with her and then he gave her candy canes and we were golden!

Pictures turned out awesome :)

she was so proud she signed her name herself, and so was I.

16 week update!

I feel like I am already starting to show!

This last bit has been super hectic. Sorry this board post is late. It was Aces B-day and he went paint balling. Then it was my bday 5 days later and I had a whole day of surprises planned with my best girlfriends including lunch, pedis, and a million presents to open in between, it was amazing. Then we went bowling! Such an eventful weekend. I was absolutely spoiled! 

The other night, it was December 1 at 4 am, someone banged on the neighbours door and was screaming, it startled me and I felt the baby kick for the first time. I made Ace go see what was happening because I thought it was our door! It's amazing to feel the baby move this early, considering last time I didn't feel it until at least 20 weeks. 

I love you sweet baby!

15 weeks Update

How Far Along:  15 weeks.

Weight Gain/Loss:  -10 lbs.

Sleep:  I have off and on days. I wake up to pee but fall back asleep pretty easily. If Kinley crawls in bed I don't get a good sleep because she's a blanket hog!

Best Moment This Week:   Hearing our baby's heartbeat. AMAZING.

Movement: Little flutters randomly once a week! I am feeling it so much sooner this pregnancy as I know the difference between baby/gas/.

Food Cravings/Aversions: Cravings are salty chips, smoothies, FRUIT! I have been staying away from meat, blah, chinese food (EW).. I get carsick easily too.

What I Miss: Sangria and SUSHI! I miss sushi so much I could cry.

Stretch Marks:  No new ones. I've been using coconut oil and I want to pick up either some bio oil or something else. Suggestions?

Belly Button:  In.

Rings:  Loose.

Mood: Tired all of the time, mostly happy, occasionally moody.

Labor Signs: some minor cramping, and lower back pains.  I don’t think I’m quite there yet though. ;)

Upcoming Appointments/Events: Ultrasound next month! Right after Christmas.

What I look forward to: Morning sickness and nausea to go away.

Weekly Wisdom:  When you can’t stand pants any longer, tights are your best friend.

Dr. Appointment

At the doctors appointment yesterday we found out that the heartbeat was 160! Just like Kinley's was.

I wonder what this could mean. Another girl?

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