19 Weeks

In prepping for Thanksgiving, I completely forgot to get a picture!

How far along: 19 weeks

Baby Size:  Mango

Weight gain: +4.5 lb (I ate a tad bit too much at Thanksgiving and then chowed down on leftovers) I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it's all water weight. 

Maternity clothes: I'm wearing mostly maternity clothes now except for a few dresses and workout clothes. 

Stretch marks: None. Still lathering up with lotion

Sleep: I've been sleeping like a baby as long as Forrest is sleeping right next to me! I can still nap anytime anywhere!

Best moment this week: Seeing my family for Thanksgiving and getting some presents for Aiden!      

Miss Anything: Bending to my toes and not feel aches

Movement: I felt my first official kick November 17th! Since then I have felt movement at least twice a day!
Food cravings: Other than milk, I haven't been dying to have anything. It could be because I pigged out at Thanksgiving!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Steak, Garlic flavored crackers, Fat from meat

Gender: Baby Boy :) 

Labor Signs: Nothing

Exercise: Walking 1 hr with the family

Symptoms: Kicks, no bladder control!
Belly Button in or out: In
Wedding rings on or off: On
Mood: Thankful for my husband who is so excited to be a Father to his SON!
Looking forward to: Finishing our registry!
Goals: Determine color and decor of Aiden's bathroom!

Doggy Day in Heaven

Since the weather has been incredible lately, I've taken Lexi to the dog park just about every day. She loves it! I will ask her "Do you want to go to the dog park?" She will immediately run to the front door and sit patiently waiting for me!

We haven't had any run ins with any other dogs. They have all been extremely friendly!

If anyone is interested in joining us just let me know! We love furry friends: )

18 Weeks!

How far along: 18 weeks

Baby Size:  Sweet Potato

Weight gain: +1.5 lb

Maternity clothes: I'm wearing mostly maternity clothes now except for a few dresses. 

Stretch marks: None. Still lathering up with lotion

Sleep: I've been sleeping like a baby as long as Forrest is sleeping right next to me! I can still nap anytime anywhere!

Best moment this week: Finding out it's a boy! It makes me so happy everytime Forrest calls to check on HIS SON!      

Miss Anything: Bending to my toes and not feel aches

Movement: Just waiting on the little one to let me feel him/her
Food cravings: I just started my milk craving! The Olive Garden and Chick-Fil-A kicks are still present!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Steak, Garlic flavored crackers, Fat from meat

Gender: Baby Boy :) His heartrate was 151 at the last appointment!

Labor Signs: Nothing

Exercise: Walking 1 hr with the family

Symptoms: I definately feel things going on in my belly! Sometimes it will be a constant hard pull, other times it  will be a dull cramp!
Belly Button in or out: In
Wedding rings on or off: On
Mood: Thankful for my husband who is so excited to be a Father to his SON!
Looking forward to: Feeling kicks outside the belly!
Goals: Determine colors and exact bedding for the nursery!

It's a BOY!

Two years ago, when the baby bug hit me hard I knew a wanted my first born to be a boy! I love all of my nieces and love to them to pieces but there is just something about the nephews that makes me want to spoil them rotten. I want to cuddle them ALL DAY LONG!

When we found out I was pregnant, I knew it was a boy! I didn't publicly proclaim it, outside the family, but I was positive! Every time time I told Forrest about my feelings he would tell me he thought our baby was a girl! It would make me so mad! (in hind sight I know he was doing it to prep me in case it was a girl)  Come to find out he had a hunch it was a boy too and just never said!

These past two days have been a dream for us. I keep squealing and Forrest can not wipe that silly grin off of his face! I knew I would be ecstatic but Forrest is even more excited than I am! He keeps calling me from work asking what our boy is up to. (I always tell him shopping at Gymboree : )

Without further ado, I present to you OUR SON...

AIDEN JAMES

Project Hungry Girl

Our Meal Plan for the Week of November 13th

Monday- Leftovers
Tuesday- Skinny Chicken Parm and Fresh Veggies
Wednesday- Off with the Girls : ) Forrest on his own with leftovers
Thursday- Crockpot BBQ Ribs with Corn
Friday-  Crockpot Chicken Bacon Ranch and Veggies 
Saturday- Out for Kendall's BDay!
Sunday- Forrest's Pick : )

17 Weeks

How far along: 17 weeks

Baby Size:  

Weight gain: +1 lb

Maternity clothes: I'm wearing a few maternity tops and dresses so that I don't stretch out my regular clothes.  

Stretch marks: None. Still lathering up with lotion

Sleep: I've been sleeping like a baby as long as Forrest is sleeping right next to me!

Best moment this week: Having a bump and people noticing!     

Miss Anything: Bending to my toes and not feel aches

Movement: Just waiting on the little one to let me feel him/her
Food cravings:  Still craving Olive Garden salad, breadsticks, alfredo and Chick-Fil-A.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Steak, Garlic flavored crackers, Fat from meat

Gender: We will find out in less than 1 week! 

Labor Signs: Nothing

Eating: I ate great all week except for Friday-Sunday! 

Exercise: Walking 1 hr with the family

Symptoms: "Heaviness" in my belly, slight lower back pain if I sit for a long time and at night after walking. This week my arms are itching like crazy! I never feel like I fully empty my bladder. I'm definately feeling pregnant. If I sit up too fast I get really dizzy. I feel a constant pressure in my lower belly. 
Belly Button in or out: In
Wedding rings on or off: On
Mood: Thankful for my hardworking husband and growing baby!
Looking forward to: Feeling flutters and finding out the sex!
Goals: Think about colors for the nursery and organize the baby's closet

I can taste the turkey!

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I've spent my morning brainstorming about my contribution to our Thanksgiving feast. Since nutrition is no where in the picture during the holidays I went straight to Paula Deen!

Pumpkin Gooey Cake 

Chocolate Pecan Pie 

Lady's Cheesy Mac

Creamed Spinach

Corn Casserole

I'm already thinking about the taste, smell and family time during my favorite holiday!