18 Weeks

Here are pictures from our 11/24/09 ultrasound- she is 17 weeks 2 days and growing strong!

She loves her hands at her mouth! There were a few times she had her hand in her mouth but we didn't get apicture of that.

Thanksgiving

What a busy day! DJ and I woke up early (with others from CFS) and headed down to Solano Community College to run in the Solano Turkey Trot 10K (6.4 miles). I finished 14th (56min) in my age group and DJ finished 8th (55min) in his.

DJ and I found out Tuesday what the sex of the baby was but decided to wait until Thanksgiving to share. (I will post pictures from the ultrasound later.)

How it happened.

We made white cupcakes and in the middle put either a pink or blue gum ball (Thanks Jess for the idea). After getting everyone in the living room we had a count down and everyone bit into their cupcake at the same time...of course we had dessert first! There was a video and some how it is missing, I had wanted to post. I will post as soon as it is recovered- if it is recovered.

I feel like I have so much to be thankful for! I have a husband who loves me, we both have our health and now we are starting a family! I couldn't be happier starting our family with a little girl; now all that I ask is that she is healthy as well. DJ and I (and our unborn little girl) are loved and supported by so many, last night everyone was as happy and as excited as we were.

Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

The suspense is over.

2 more days until we know boy or girl!!

I have not had too many cravings, however I most pleased with ice cold water, apple slices with fresh lemon juiced squeezed on them, chocolate milk and ice cream (any flavor). For a while there I was eating ruffles with nutella, but that became old fast- I believe I was looking for something salty and sweet. Poor DJ is having a hard time with cravings, I do believe he is suffering from them!

I am beginning to grow anxious about the nursery, we have not done anything yet, however I am planning to jump start that project after Thanksgiving. We find out Tuesday Nov. 24, 2009 (2 More days!) if our little bean is a boy or a girl! Once we know the sex I am sure the nursery colors, bedding, theme, crib, dresser etc...will become easier to pick out.

Is it just me or it is weird Babycenter.com always associates the baby's size with food? Now I am hungry, but not for a turnip.

17 Weeks:

16 weeks 1 day

For some reason the picture I took yesterday is no longer available. It was there last night and today it was gone- so here is another!

16 Weeks

Our baby at 16 weeks, according to thebabycenter.com

How your baby's growing:

Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your baby will double his weight and add inches to his length. Right now, he's about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. His legs are much more developed, his head is more erect than it has been, and his eyes have moved closer to the front of his head. His ears are close to their final position, too. The patterning of his scalp has begun, though his locks aren't recognizable yet. He's even started growing toenails. And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, his heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as your baby continues to develop.

This might mess up my dinner salad tonight!

Gently Used Items

Thank you Fathia for the bag of goodies and the pack n' play crib/bassinet. I decided to set up the crib yesterday to see how difficult it was.

Someone thinks it is for them...Look how happy!

A friend of my mom's also gave us a crib for the baby's room for free! Looking forward to working on the nursery, I have a lot to do.

Diaper bag

I have not purchased anything for the baby yet...but I really want this diaper bag! It's super cute! Has anyone bought from Oioi before? Reviews? Good bag? Nice amount of space?

There are others with pockets on the front, for those moms out there do you find those to be better/easier? I love the design pattern.

Movement and Mobility Cert

Today I met one of the CrossFit Originals! The bad ass Eva T!

CrossFit Santa Cruz Central hosted a Movement and Mobility Certification teaching all of us about stretching, improving form, time and overall performance. For all you fellow CrossFitters out there, you should sign up for the next one.

2nd Prenatal Appointment

Yesterday DJ and I had our second prenatal appointment, we are officially in the second trimester! I have gained 2 pounds total. I am doing well, no sickness, no back aches, basically- couldn't be happier! I am enjoying being pregnant, working out, training at the gym and playing with the dogs- I have even become quite handy around the house; fixed the smoke alarm, hung up some frames in our room and put together a new vacuum! Figured out the drill all by myself =)

I love going to the Dr's, only because we get to hear the little one's heart. I have not yet felt the baby move, no flutters, no nothing- for those of you that have had babies, when do you recall feeling the baby move?

We are 19 days away from finding out if it is a boy or girl!! I am thinking about not telling the family until Thanksgiving- they can wait 2 days, right?! I would like to bring dessert to Thanksgiving (maybe cupcakes or cake- I know- not very traditional) then use pink or blue frosting to share the news. Or I was thinking we could wait with everyone else- I would bring a "congratulations your having a baby" card to the appointment and ask the Dr to write boy or girl- then on Thanksgiving we can all open it together...Thoughts? Personally, I don't know if I can wait 2 days!

Last night we went to dinner with friends- bloated? Me or him?

14 Weeks

Had a good day with my mom and sister! We walked around Babies R Us for a bit and came up with some "must haves". Didn't buy anything, but it was fun to look! DJ and I are considering registering soon in case any of you are planning on buying stuff for the baby for Christmas. If not, it will be there for the shower =)