Sorry, I know this updates probably aren't of interest to anyone but me. But I like to document my pregnancy, since it will most likely be my last....
How far along: 23 weeks. This pregnancy is really flying by. Everytime I get an update from my pregnancy app that I am another week along it catches me by surprise.
How big is baby: Fruit and veggie scale says "large mango". I am definitely looking bigger these days. I worked Friday and then went back in on Saturday wearing the outfit above and my manager said, "Yesterday you didn't really look pregnant, but today you do!"
Weight gain: Still doing okay I guess. I rarely step on a scale outside the doctor's office.
Sleeping: Horrible. Between the straight up exhaustion of being back to school and then Ryan's terrible snoring it has been a rough few nights around here. I have been sleeping with earbuds in and a white noise app playing but it is still hard to get a good night's rest since I am up over and over to use the bathroom.
Food cravings: Buttered toast. Lemonade. All day, erry day.
Food aversions: Fried chicken. Which Ryan likes to make at home at least once a week. Or really anything he makes in the deep fryer. The smell permeates the whole kitchen.
Other symptoms: The usuals (super bionic nose and crazy mood swings) but also some fun new TMI ones like veiny breasts and over the top constipation. I think now that I am back to work I haven't been drinking enough water. I also am suddenly congested and runny nose which could be a back to school cold or could just be another fun pregnancy symptom. It's kind of horrifying/fascinating how when you start to research how pregnancy really changes everything about your body.
Miss Anything? Doing the dishes/opening the spice cabinet/going to a buffet without gagging on smells.
Doctor’s appointment: Tuesday is the big glucola one. I hope I am doing okay with my sugars.
Wedding Rings: Still sliding off and on comfortably.
Clothes: I finally put in my notice at my mall job and so I did a big shopping trip to buy some maternity stuff before I lost my discount. I am still on the lookout for some more work pants (khakis, cords or non-black trousers), and maybe a collared button down but I got a few more shirts, a good pair of jeans, another skirt and a dress. I have been able to stretch my non-maternity summer capris and dresses, but I don't think I can make any of my old work pants work anymore once cooler weather rolls in for good. I'm bored to death of all of my clothes, so it really is time to step my wardrobe game up.
Movement: Lots! Especially at night. And finally when Ryan happens to be touching my stomach. He has felt a few good kicks, which is fun.
Best moment of the week: We had a lovely Sunday. Nothing particularly noteworthy but I did some baking, we did some cleaning, Ryan watched football, and my parents came over for dinner. Nice day.
What I’m looking forward to: Thanksgiving break...
What I’m looking forward to: Thanksgiving break...
What I did / Got for baby: We finally did our registry. It still needs a few tweaks (there are some double items on there and I still don't know what the heck to do about nursing supplies and equipment). I am still of the opinion that I would rather get baby things second hand from consignment sales, hand me downs or yard sale sites. You could honestly spend a small fortune on baby gear that is really only used for a short period of time which is not what we are trying to do. And then there is the breastfeeding stuff. So much equipment. Should I rent or buy? What if I buy all the stuff and then I can't do it? Or what if I am okay at the beginning but then I can't make it work when I return to school? What if we decide to rent and then I am a breastfeeding pro and wish I had bought my own stuff? I started to sort of have a panic attack in the store and Ryan had to talk me down more than once. I still have to figure out cloth diapers too. Ryan and I would both like to use them at home (better for the environment and the wallet) even though we know when this baby goes to daycare it will need disposibles. But they are a big investment upfront.
Anyways, things are good in the Stephenson-Horne house. We are feeling very blessed.
Anyways, things are good in the Stephenson-Horne house. We are feeling very blessed.
3 comments:
I love reading you pregnancy updates, I miss being preggo is that weird? For clothes my best finds were at old navy and target. Old navy jeans were the beat fit. If I ever have another baby (fingers crossed) I would like to do cloth diapers because it is so much cheaper however my husband laughs at me when I tell him. For breast feeding most woman can do it and they even have supplements to help speed up your milk production (I've tried them they really do work) I have a girlfriend who went back to work after 6 weeks and she pumped and breastfed for the first 6 months exclusively then transitioned to formula but she loved it. She did say getting the pump was so worth it specially being a working mom. Don't get the most expensive one, I had a medela pump which was awesome but pretty pricey my girlfriend used one that she got for less than $150. Anyways whatever you do will be the best for you and the baby. I am so excited for you. She will be so beautiful for sure!!!
There's a new law (obama maybe?) that insurance companies give you a free pump. Everyone I know who have had kids this year have done it.
Check with your insurance company, I think they are required to give you a pump now. Obama care maybe?
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