We took a little trip to Baltimore this Friday - we went to a concert and visited the aquarium. It was very nice to get out of town and stay away from for a night since we've been working so hard to get everything ready before the baby shower!
Showing posts with label second trimester. Show all posts
Showing posts with label second trimester. Show all posts
The big 5-0
Well, the big 1-5-0 is more like it... I've hit the mark, officially gained 15 pounds and this is the most I've weighed since 2004.
I guess I'm carrying my weight outwards because I'm told I look big, but my weight is right exactly in the middle of the recommended amount.
I've got 15 more weeks and most likely 15 more pounds!
Registering!
After your wedding, the next (and probably only) thing you get to register for is your first baby!
So I had planned on hitting up the stores with the scanner gun in hand, but my plan was derailed...
A colleague and about to be first time parent recommended this book:
(You can buy it on Amazon HERE)
The colleague said that everyone at the store trying to register had this book in one hand and the scanner in the other, trying to find the things that the book recommended.
I told Mike that his job was to read this book and tell me what we should get! He is the money man in the house (as in, he likes to SAVE money). So the very first thing he says is "The book says you shouldn't register in the store, doing it online is much better". OK, so this is his first job as a new dad and he actually DID it, so I can't just ignore his advice. I decide I will try out registering online.
I didn't want too many registries, but I LOVE Amazon so I had to register there; and I knew that I need a "brick and mortar" store as well, so I went with the standard... I got on Babies R Us (BRU) website and started searching for the items that BABY Bargains recommended. Well, half aren't offered at BRU, they only carry specific brands. So I went back and forth between Amazon and BRU websites searching for the Bargains/best value/highest rated items.
So they try to help you with a "Registry Checklist". OK, this thing is beyond overwhelming. At least when you registered for your wedding you were familiar with plates, blankets, glasses- baby stuff is all new. Yes, I have revised my registries about 20 times. I add things then debate if we really need them, and take them off.
And its confusing because all your mom friends and family are giving you advice, but since everyone's baby is different, sometimes the advise conflicts, and having no experience as a mom- I was left even more confused sometimes.
Here are just a few examples for you:
So I had planned on hitting up the stores with the scanner gun in hand, but my plan was derailed...
A colleague and about to be first time parent recommended this book:
(You can buy it on Amazon HERE)
The colleague said that everyone at the store trying to register had this book in one hand and the scanner in the other, trying to find the things that the book recommended.
I told Mike that his job was to read this book and tell me what we should get! He is the money man in the house (as in, he likes to SAVE money). So the very first thing he says is "The book says you shouldn't register in the store, doing it online is much better". OK, so this is his first job as a new dad and he actually DID it, so I can't just ignore his advice. I decide I will try out registering online.
I didn't want too many registries, but I LOVE Amazon so I had to register there; and I knew that I need a "brick and mortar" store as well, so I went with the standard... I got on Babies R Us (BRU) website and started searching for the items that BABY Bargains recommended. Well, half aren't offered at BRU, they only carry specific brands. So I went back and forth between Amazon and BRU websites searching for the Bargains/best value/highest rated items.
So they try to help you with a "Registry Checklist". OK, this thing is beyond overwhelming. At least when you registered for your wedding you were familiar with plates, blankets, glasses- baby stuff is all new. Yes, I have revised my registries about 20 times. I add things then debate if we really need them, and take them off.
And its confusing because all your mom friends and family are giving you advice, but since everyone's baby is different, sometimes the advise conflicts, and having no experience as a mom- I was left even more confused sometimes.
Here are just a few examples for you:
- Rocker/Glider: "I never used one" vs. "You HAVE to have one"
- Bottles: "Dr Browns are a pain to clean, you'll have them" vs. "I would never use anything besides Dr Browns"
- Breast Pump: "You have to register for a breast pump" vs. "You should wait to get a breast pump until the nurses in the hospital can help you select one, plus they are now covered by insurance"
- Co Sleeper: "I don't think my baby would ever sleep in that" vs. "They are excellent!"
24 Weeks
Baby Girl is the size of an Ear of Corn
OK, so I am now 60% of the way there. This is a BIG DEAL! The baby is now 8.5 inches (that is still crown to rump, curled up measurement): she would be over 12 inches if her legs were stretched out. She weighs approximately 1.5 pounds.
OK, so I am now 60% of the way there. This is a BIG DEAL! The baby is now 8.5 inches (that is still crown to rump, curled up measurement): she would be over 12 inches if her legs were stretched out. She weighs approximately 1.5 pounds.
23 Weeks
Baby is the size of a Papaya
I know I look pregnant now because people keep giving up their seats for me on the Metro... I'm finding that my shoes are slowly getting smaller (or is that my feet getting bigger?). It doesn't help that it's been 95+ temps here all week. But I've still managed to go for a 20-30 minute walk every day. Here I am about to head out for my walk today!
I know I look pregnant now because people keep giving up their seats for me on the Metro... I'm finding that my shoes are slowly getting smaller (or is that my feet getting bigger?). It doesn't help that it's been 95+ temps here all week. But I've still managed to go for a 20-30 minute walk every day. Here I am about to head out for my walk today!
22 Weeks
Baby Girl is the Size of a Spaghetti Squash
She is typically awake and moving around every night between 11:00-11:30pm. It's so hard to fall asleep until after she does! I can now feel and SEE her moving from the outside. Mike got to feel it for the first time on Saturday night. The kicks or punches are still pretty gentle, I will keep you all updated on how they change!
She is typically awake and moving around every night between 11:00-11:30pm. It's so hard to fall asleep until after she does! I can now feel and SEE her moving from the outside. Mike got to feel it for the first time on Saturday night. The kicks or punches are still pretty gentle, I will keep you all updated on how they change!
21 Weeks
Baby Girl is the size of a Banana
I am over the hump and the countdown just gets shorter from here.
I am over the hump and the countdown just gets shorter from here.
19 Weeks
The Baby is the Size of a Mango
We are on probably our last trip (at least flight) until after the baby comes. A little visit with my dad, Ashley & Leo's wedding, and a visit with my mom.
We are on probably our last trip (at least flight) until after the baby comes. A little visit with my dad, Ashley & Leo's wedding, and a visit with my mom.
Here I am in Jupiter for my 19 week pictures:
18 Weeks
The Baby is the Size of a Sweet Potato
Well it feels like my belly and chest are going to explode off of my body. I'm not even halfway there, so I am in for a big shock because I am certainly going to get bigger than this!
Well it feels like my belly and chest are going to explode off of my body. I'm not even halfway there, so I am in for a big shock because I am certainly going to get bigger than this!
15 Weeks
The Baby is the size of a Naval Orange
I've said goodbye to regular clothes as I've now got a 5 plus inch baby inside of me and nothing regular fits!
You got all the rest of the stats in my previous post, so ill just leave you with this photo, at the lake where we got married almost 3 years ago:
15 Week Appointment
Today was my 15 week appointment. Everything is right on track. My blood pressure is low (as it should be in the 2nd trimester) at 100/60 and I've gained 5 lbs so far which is right in the middle of the normal range:
14 Weeks
The Baby is the size of a Lemon!
We are now in Estero, FL and it is beautiful here- we have enjoyed spotting dolphin swimming and osprey flying by.
My stomach feels like it is trying to get bigger every day, it's a crazy feeling. I tried to wear my favorite maxi dress and it is just too tight around the upper stomach area, so it's maternity clothes for me now!
Weight up!
This is a follow up to my previous post, The Weight of the Matter. I'm happy to report that I stayed we'll within my goal of weight gain for first trimester but putting on a healthy 2 pounds.
It's hard to keep track of where your weight should be, so I got this fancy App- Pregnancy Pounds. You log your weight and it shows your where you are in the range of healthy weight gain. Here's a screenshot:
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