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Thursday, November 13, 2008
FEED ME!!!
I am sitting here in my office after finally caving into my recent craving....... Jimmy Johns! I was starving and unfortunately, nothing at home ever sounds good to eat these days. All I want is food out which is going to break my pocket book! I don't know what it is but lunchtime food is hard for me. Nothing ever sounds good- except JIMMY JOHNS! So, I gave in- again- and right now I am enjoying my Beach Club and chips. That is actually one of the strange things- I can't stand regular Lays or Jays potato chips with this pregnancy, (even though I loved them beforehand) but for some reason the crunchy regular chips at Jimmy Johns are heaven to me. I can't get enough! I guess it could be worse- I could be craving McDonalds.
Visit at IP's House
We had a great time on Saturday at R & S's house. It was wonderful for our kids to see them again and to meet baby B. Unfortunately, Carson and Gavin were a bit wild but luckily they didn't break anything. :) Al and I had a great time talking with R & S and getting to know them even more. There is really no other word to describe this journey other than "Surreal". It seems like it is just a dream but then we all have to remind ourselves this is really, truly happening. What an amazing thing. R & S will definitely have their hands full in May with two babies, 9 months apart. Life will be hectic, but this is what they have always wanted. It is obvious they are getting very excited about completing their family in just a matter of months.
I am looking forward to our Dr. appointment on Monday to hear the heartbeat again. R's mom is planning on coming too so this will be our first time meeting. I have to bring Gavin and Morgan with on that appointment so hopefully all will go smoothly. I am sure the Dr. office is going to be shocked to see 3 adults and 3 kids all there together for one appointment. Hopefully we don't get any dirty looks!
Hopefully my babies will do ok today. We kept them up extra late last night and took them to the Ringling Brothers Circus. I feel guilty because it was a school night- but life is short and I am all about making memories for our children. Their faces were priceless during the show. I think I spent more time watching them then the acts! Let's just hope this day goes fast because I am sure I will be the one to struggle with the lack of sleep! 11pm was WAY PAST MY BEDTIME!
I am looking forward to our Dr. appointment on Monday to hear the heartbeat again. R's mom is planning on coming too so this will be our first time meeting. I have to bring Gavin and Morgan with on that appointment so hopefully all will go smoothly. I am sure the Dr. office is going to be shocked to see 3 adults and 3 kids all there together for one appointment. Hopefully we don't get any dirty looks!
Hopefully my babies will do ok today. We kept them up extra late last night and took them to the Ringling Brothers Circus. I feel guilty because it was a school night- but life is short and I am all about making memories for our children. Their faces were priceless during the show. I think I spent more time watching them then the acts! Let's just hope this day goes fast because I am sure I will be the one to struggle with the lack of sleep! 11pm was WAY PAST MY BEDTIME!
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Second Trimester
Things have definitely been improving- thank goodness! I still don't really look pregnant during the day (just chubby), but at night I seriously have a protruding round tummy. It's so strange how much it can change from day to night. I have been embarrassed lately going to the gym because I am sure people are wondering how I am getting fatter from working out. Ha, ha! I guess they will soon figure it out when a real tummy shows up for good.
We are 14 weeks now- based on the baby's development, or 13+ weeks based on the doctor's calender so that means we are officially into the second trimester. Our next Dr. appointment is on Monday, 11/17. I am terrified to find out the weight gain at that appointment. DARN HALLOWEEN CANDY! Oh well, it will be a fun appointment.
For those of you wondering..... R & S will definitely be finding out the sex of the baby. It will be so different for us since we never found out the sex with all 3 kids. But, I am happy to know ahead of time with this baby. I think it will help identify more with the baby and be able to separate more in the end. Since I have finally made it through the first trimester- which was actually not much fun at all, I am looking forward to what is to come. I love being pregnant- hence one of the main reasons I am doing this- and can't wait to start enjoying all of the positive things that are about to start happening. Can you believe we are only a 2-3 weeks away before I can start feeling kicks???? Awesome!
Here is an update on the baby's development at 14 weeks.
The baby's body systems are starting to work on their own. The digestive system practices moving food along the intestines and through the renal system and he can create and eliminate urine. He/she also continues to practice breathing the amniotic fluid in and out of his lungs. The baby has tiny, soft nails on his fingers and toes, is growing hair and may even suck his thumb. The baby is approximately 10-11.5 cm (3 1/2 -4 inches) and weighs approximately 1.5 ounces.
Also, the baby's blood is beginning to form in the bone marrow and blood vessels are beginning to connect various parts of the fetus to another. The joints and muscles allow your baby full body movement so the baby is able to move around. The baby's neck is getting longer and his chin is no longer resting on his chest. The eyes and ears continue to move into place. The hands are becoming functional.
We are looking forward to going to R & S's house this Saturday for a visit. It will be the first time Al and the kids get to meet baby B. The boys are really looking forward to it and can't wait to meet their dog too. Morgan will love seeing the dog and the baby. Gavin already said he will leave "E" in the car to make sure the doggy doesn't chew him up. :)
We are 14 weeks now- based on the baby's development, or 13+ weeks based on the doctor's calender so that means we are officially into the second trimester. Our next Dr. appointment is on Monday, 11/17. I am terrified to find out the weight gain at that appointment. DARN HALLOWEEN CANDY! Oh well, it will be a fun appointment.
For those of you wondering..... R & S will definitely be finding out the sex of the baby. It will be so different for us since we never found out the sex with all 3 kids. But, I am happy to know ahead of time with this baby. I think it will help identify more with the baby and be able to separate more in the end. Since I have finally made it through the first trimester- which was actually not much fun at all, I am looking forward to what is to come. I love being pregnant- hence one of the main reasons I am doing this- and can't wait to start enjoying all of the positive things that are about to start happening. Can you believe we are only a 2-3 weeks away before I can start feeling kicks???? Awesome!
Here is an update on the baby's development at 14 weeks.
The baby's body systems are starting to work on their own. The digestive system practices moving food along the intestines and through the renal system and he can create and eliminate urine. He/she also continues to practice breathing the amniotic fluid in and out of his lungs. The baby has tiny, soft nails on his fingers and toes, is growing hair and may even suck his thumb. The baby is approximately 10-11.5 cm (3 1/2 -4 inches) and weighs approximately 1.5 ounces.
Also, the baby's blood is beginning to form in the bone marrow and blood vessels are beginning to connect various parts of the fetus to another. The joints and muscles allow your baby full body movement so the baby is able to move around. The baby's neck is getting longer and his chin is no longer resting on his chest. The eyes and ears continue to move into place. The hands are becoming functional.
We are looking forward to going to R & S's house this Saturday for a visit. It will be the first time Al and the kids get to meet baby B. The boys are really looking forward to it and can't wait to meet their dog too. Morgan will love seeing the dog and the baby. Gavin already said he will leave "E" in the car to make sure the doggy doesn't chew him up. :)
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Sneak Peak of the Bun in My Oven
Yesterday we had the BUN test at my OB which consisted of a very thorough ultrasound and some blood work. R was with and we were able to watch the baby move around, suck it's thumb and more. It was pretty cool to see how fully developed the baby looks already! The baby measured at 12 weeks, 5 days (yippee- further than we expected!). The heart rate was 163 which is normal. All measurements were normal as well so we can relax and know that the baby is perfect. R said the baby has S's nose. :) How cute. We will still have to wait for the blood test results but the technician who has been doing this for 30 years said everything looked great.
It is so hard for me to believe that this is actually happening. It was definitely surreal to see a beautiful baby on the screen and know that I am helping give it life. What an amazing feeling. Now if the little bugger could stop making me feel sick at night things would be great! :)
By the way, I updated the baby tickers so they are the same tracking as the baby. Which means, we start the second trimester TOMORROW! Holy Cow!
It is so hard for me to believe that this is actually happening. It was definitely surreal to see a beautiful baby on the screen and know that I am helping give it life. What an amazing feeling. Now if the little bugger could stop making me feel sick at night things would be great! :)
By the way, I updated the baby tickers so they are the same tracking as the baby. Which means, we start the second trimester TOMORROW! Holy Cow!
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
A Star is Born!
Taylor Louise Pugh was born on Saturday, 10/18 "Sweetest Day" at 5:12am! She was 7lbs, 8 ounces, and 20 1/2 inches long. She is beautiful! Congrats to my sister Alyson and Matt on your 
new princess. I miss her already!
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
First OB Appointment
Well it's been over a week since I last updated but I have had good reasons!
1) I felt like crap and didn't want to bother typing.
2) I felt like crap some more and wanted to lay down instead.
3) I have been really busy.
As some of you know, we are going through a major house addition at the same time as all of this so we have a lot going on. (Thanks to my father-in-law for his amazing talent and assistance with improving our home- AGAIN! Oh and of course thanks to Al for doing the work too! We all appreciate it and will love, love, love the changes when they are complete!)
Luckily, we were able to get away for 4 days over the weekend for a family trip to the Wisconsin Dells. We had a blast together in a "stress free/ work free" environment. It was well needed for us all! The sick feeling has slightly improved. I still feel sick EVERY DAY but it is not for the entire day any more. It seems to be the worst at night with indigestion and bloating. I do have queasiness still but most the time if I eat something that seems to go away.
And now the most current baby updates..........
Today, we had our first OB appointment. R was able to come with which was great because she got to meet my OB- Dr. L and she was able to help out watching Gavin and Morgan during the appointment. My biggest fear of the day was to get on the scale after just returning from vacation. Luckily- by some miracle, I have not gained weight yet. I am sure its because of the way I have felt for awhile now which perhaps is a good thing so I don't gain too much. We were told I was going to have an internal exam but I lucked out there too! Dr. L said that wasn't necessary since I had two ultrasounds with the fertility clinic already so no need for that. YIPPEE! R was really nervous that we weren't going to hear a heartbeat and Dr. L had just finished telling us that there was only a 50% chance that we would hear it this early and not to be concerned. But, the instant he put the Doppler on my tummy- we heard it right away. It was ranging in the 170's which is exactly where it should be for 10 weeks along. The due date is still a little up in the air but should fall between 5/11-5/16. That will be determined more when we have the next ultrasound. We will be doing a BUN test which will be done around 12 weeks to check for downs syndrome. I have never had this before but I believe it is just blood work and an ultrasound. That appointment is scheduled for Monday, 10/27 so that should be something fun to look forward to. (The ultrasound- not the blood work!)
Those are the updates for now. My family and I are anxiously awaiting the birth of my sister's daughter which will be happening any minute now! Labor hasn't actually started yet but she is due this week. Good luck Alyson! We can't wait to meet princess Taylor.
1) I felt like crap and didn't want to bother typing.
2) I felt like crap some more and wanted to lay down instead.
3) I have been really busy.
As some of you know, we are going through a major house addition at the same time as all of this so we have a lot going on. (Thanks to my father-in-law for his amazing talent and assistance with improving our home- AGAIN! Oh and of course thanks to Al for doing the work too! We all appreciate it and will love, love, love the changes when they are complete!)
Luckily, we were able to get away for 4 days over the weekend for a family trip to the Wisconsin Dells. We had a blast together in a "stress free/ work free" environment. It was well needed for us all! The sick feeling has slightly improved. I still feel sick EVERY DAY but it is not for the entire day any more. It seems to be the worst at night with indigestion and bloating. I do have queasiness still but most the time if I eat something that seems to go away.
And now the most current baby updates..........
Today, we had our first OB appointment. R was able to come with which was great because she got to meet my OB- Dr. L and she was able to help out watching Gavin and Morgan during the appointment. My biggest fear of the day was to get on the scale after just returning from vacation. Luckily- by some miracle, I have not gained weight yet. I am sure its because of the way I have felt for awhile now which perhaps is a good thing so I don't gain too much. We were told I was going to have an internal exam but I lucked out there too! Dr. L said that wasn't necessary since I had two ultrasounds with the fertility clinic already so no need for that. YIPPEE! R was really nervous that we weren't going to hear a heartbeat and Dr. L had just finished telling us that there was only a 50% chance that we would hear it this early and not to be concerned. But, the instant he put the Doppler on my tummy- we heard it right away. It was ranging in the 170's which is exactly where it should be for 10 weeks along. The due date is still a little up in the air but should fall between 5/11-5/16. That will be determined more when we have the next ultrasound. We will be doing a BUN test which will be done around 12 weeks to check for downs syndrome. I have never had this before but I believe it is just blood work and an ultrasound. That appointment is scheduled for Monday, 10/27 so that should be something fun to look forward to. (The ultrasound- not the blood work!)
Those are the updates for now. My family and I are anxiously awaiting the birth of my sister's daughter which will be happening any minute now! Labor hasn't actually started yet but she is due this week. Good luck Alyson! We can't wait to meet princess Taylor.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Pregnant Food!
Since the queasiness has lessened this week (I am sure it was because of the added hormones I was on) I am finally starting to eat again. Don't get me wrong- I am not craving anything because nothing ever sounds good, BUT I am finally eating dinner! Last night, we decided to run to a local restaurant -Avalon for dinner. The only time we eat there is when I am pregnant. I had pancakes and spicy curly fries for dinner. Can you believe that combination? Sick! But I loved it. Unfortunately my stomach got the best of me later and was hurting all the way until this morning but it was worth it.
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