Week 18 & 19 : Just Kickin' It!

Lately it seems as though things have come to a comfortable stand still, so I am going to be doing updates every 2 weeks until things pick back up....around the 3rd trimester..I'm sure things will be poppin'! But until then, I feel likes it's been same old, same old. And I am not complaining! 

On week 18, we had our Anatomy Ultrasound!! We found out the sex of the baby and that was BEYOND exciting! I love going to ultrasounds and we brought our mom's and my best friend and my brother-in-law even came along. So, it was fun sharing that experience with them. I will be sharing the gender with you guys in my next update video (which will be up at the end of this week, early next week) for my huge 20 week milestone ( I am 20 weeks today)! Anyways, to make it fun I am hosting a mini giveaway on my Instagram for guessing the correct gender- for more details head over to my IG- @Beautynthebronzer . 

In other EXCITING NEWS- I have been feeling the baby kick and move around! I pretty much know the schedule and everything at this point and I look forward to it through out my day! I can't wait till they become bigger so my husband can feel and see too because it's the most amazing feeling ever. 

I have been feeling great- and I have been pretty much keeping a good schedule- well kind of- I've been keeping my pre-pregnancy schedule and sometimes I do think I overdue it. So, lately I've been trying to keep that in mind and remind myself to relax, otherwise I am  working fulltime, going to the gym 3 days during the week (yes, after work), cooking, cleaning, blogging, filming, editing, instagramming, ....which doesn't leave much time for doing nothing. I am really going to work on that, thankfully I'll have a few days off during Thanksgiving and I think I am really going to let myself kick my feet up-so I say..

This week I cleaned my entire house, and the last time I cleaned like that I was barely showing! I definitely felt a difference- I was having a harder time cleaning bathrooms and going up and down the stairs. And I really felt it the next day- I was exhausted and I had a bad headache most of the day. 

Symptoms

These past 2 weeks have been good, but not symptom free. I'm still having gas issues....whoop...sike! I have also been getting a lot of pins and needles type feelings in my hands and feet. Which really had me nervous, so I talked to my doctor about it and she said that was normal. So, I've just been trying to put my feet up more and get up from the computer at work more often. 

I have been having weird sleep patterns because I have been rotating from insomnia to exhaustion...which makes sense...and from time to time I get a headache, which I think is from the lack of sleep. I also have been having a hard time getting comfortable, which I think is part of why I can't get to sleep. My husband is actually getting my a pregnancy pillow as we speak. 

This week I have noticed more symptoms that are physical. I've had some back pain, swollen feet (they don't really look swollen they just hurt),  and growing pains in my lower abdomen. 

Last think I noticed, an increase appetite. I am like starving all the time! It's so crazy...I get hungry so often so I have been trying to pack healthy snacks to keep in my purse because I am trying to avoid over eating junk food. 

Cravings 

I have been eating cereal....lots of it...all kinds...especially the magically delicious Chocolate Lucky Charms lol. Other than that, I have actually been finding it difficult to figure out what I want to eat. Like I am starving all the time and I am hungry but then I can't pick what I want so I just end up eating what my husband wants (which is good, he is very healthly lol). 

BumpWatch

Since it's been 2 weeks- it's double the bumps! I actually kind of like looking at it this way and seeing the difference. 

 

 SO weird...I think my 18 week bump looks bigger...but honestly it kind of always looks different. Makes me think of when celebrities get all kind of BS about lying about their pregnancies because there bumps always look different...but it really happens!

XoXo,
Amanda

Fall Maternity Fashion: Neons

Hey Beauties!

I have been on a fashion high lately- mainly because finding outfits that are bump friendly without compromising my personal style has been important me. Stretching my non-maternity clothes takes a lot of creativity.. and with the help of my new Pinterest, I have been feeding my addiction.

Neons are still trending for fall this year- which I am loving because it's a nice way to work some color into my otherwise dark fall wardrobe -and it looks very chic and modern in my opinion! Neon yellow happens to be my fave- if you can't already tell! Here is how I incorporate my neon accessories into my wardrobe while also styling the bump!

Neons & Stripes

The perfect outfit for a girls night or dinner date! Fall in Georgia is not exactly cold- so this dress is totally fall appropriate! I love stripes all year long and I love how neon looks with the pattern in black and white.

Dress: Target (old)

Shoes: Forever 21

Clutch: Aldo

Extensions: SophiaG

Work Appropriate Neon

   

This outfit is super work friendly, I wore it a few weeks ago and got plenty of compliments. And this blazer... it's everything! One of my favorite purchases last fall!

Blazer: Target

Skirt: Target (Liz Lange Maternity)

Bag: Just Fab

Shoes: Target

Necklace: Forever 21

Tank: Express

Extensions: SophiaG

Casual Neons

I love this super casual look!  I love this blazer, it has great shape because of the shoulder pads! And you can't go wrong with ripped jeans...just saying!

 

 Blazer: Forever 21

Jeans: Forever 21

Shoes: Forever 21

Necklace: Forever 21

Bag: Just Fab

Extensions: SophiaG

If you would like to see more fashion posts- let me know in the comments below!

XoXo,

Amanda

Week 17: This is nice...

This week has been great! I feel so much like myself now...but with that being said it's been pretty laid back (aka not a lot to write about). I have been working out and eating pretty well. I am finally seeing that 2nd trimester light. Next week we find out the sex of the baby- which I will announce in my 20 week Half Way There video update- but in the meantime I am hosting a Gender Reveal giveaway on Instagram- so if you have an account follow me and get all the details!

Symptoms

This week has been smooth sailing...in some ways. I can handle the symptoms that I have been experiencing. A little gas, a little hard to wake up in the morning, and an increase appetite. I can deal with these!

Cravings 

CEREAL! My bestie told me about some chocolate Lucky Charms and I have been eating my weight in them...lol...ok that's a bit exaggerated but I have been really killing them this week. They are so yummy! I have been so much better about eating meats, veggies, and salad these past 2 weeks too. Which makes me happy and makes me feel less guilty about my cereal binges.

BumpWatch

Did you see my maternity haul?! Shameless plug :) My bump is here but it's not rapidly growing and I am totally okay with that. I am going for gradual here- trying to avoid those stretch marks I talked about last week. Anyways, I won't babble...here is the bump...
and a couple pics of the dressed bump :)


 

My First Maternity Haul

 Hey Beauties,

So, I have had to focus my shopping on clothes instead of makeup lately due to the growing belly! Here are some of my finds for my first maternity haul- NOT everything is actually maternity but it is BUMP friendly ;)

Let me know if there are any great places for maternity/transition clothing! I need all the help I can get!

Hope this is helpful!
XoXo,
Amanda

Week 16: Now you see me.....

Another good week, feeling almost normal most days! I kind of get worried but then I'm like the alternative would not be fun...so I'm just trying to enjoy it. I finished out my first full week at the new job and I love it! I told them I was pregnant and they were very happy for me- you all know I was pretty nervous about that- so that was a big relief! Especially since my bump has come out to play...wasn't sure how long I could keep that under wraps. 

I have been feeling good, so I have been maintaining my 3 day a week workout schedule, in case you were wondering. My weight has been pretty steady this week too and I haven't gained the pound that I read a would (I think they said a pound a week). I'm really trying to keep a balance on that because I want  to avoid  stretch marks and while I have been slathering myself in Burt's Bees Mama Belly Oil since the day I found out I was pregnant, I know that gradual weight gain is really the answer. 

Symptoms

Holy boobies...they ARE growing... and getting veiny...eww.. I read that veins do become more prominent during pregnancy, but I wasn't expecting them there. It's okay, nothing can ruin my joy at the moment because it looks like I have a new set of implants lol. I know they will likely head south later on, but let me have my shine! 

This week has been all about sleep- I have been going to bed earlier and still having a lot of trouble getting up in the morning. I like can't get enough of it! I also have been having some outrageous dreams..that's been ongoing since I got pregnant...but these have been of the naughtier variety lol. Maybe that's why I want to sleep so much! Has anyone else noticed that while pregnant?!? I don't want to be alone here. 

Cravings 

Ok, ok....the cheeseburger won! But I blame my husband. This past Saturday he took me to Dairy Queen for ice cream (which was amazing) and encouraged me to eat the burger...so I did and it was pretty good. To be honest though, I probably won't need another one because it was good but I not mind blowing. Glad that's out of my system. I also had pizza...I know...I'm bad! I ate a salad with it though :) I have been getting in more veggies and meat this week, so I figured I could splurge. Moderation is the word. 

Oh and guess what!?! Best news ever- I found my caramel apple that I have been craving forever and it came in a 3-pack! I about freaked out in Walmart when I saw them..that was the last place I would have expected to find them. Anyways, I had one for lunch yesterday and it was everything I had imagined lol! 

BumpWatch

Baby bump is here, all day errr day! It's  cute.. now that it look more like a bump and not a beer belly, I can dig it.  And I am having a great time trying to dress it up. I refuse to compromise my style during this time..not this early on anyway. 

I have a new-found obsession with fashion at the moment (well, let's be honest it's not really new) BUT I have been obsessing over it lately. So, I will be posting more fashion pics for sure on my main blog. I just feel like it takes so much more thought to dress well when pregnant, but I am finding it fun- is that weird!? 

I filmed a maternity haul , which will be up by the end of the week! 







Bonus! A couple of my bump baring outfits from this past week

Week 15: At Last...

This week has been a good week pregnancy wise. Less nausea, less, exhaustion, and less late night potty breaks! This was also my last week at my old job as a Behavioral Clinical Specialist and the first couple of days at my new job as a Clinical Research Coordinator (for the same hospital system-different location and department). I am loving it so far! It was a very welcome change and this is what I should be doing- couldn't be more happy about that. However- I will miss my clients and my awesome co-workers from previous job :( that's always the hard part. 

Anyways- I have a had a pit  this week with the loss of my aunt. She had been battling cancer for the past 8 years but has been really sick this past year and that was definitely a tough loss. Especially since I was unable to attend her funeral because of the start of my new position. She will be missed dearly. Because of this, I haven't blogged or filmed for my beauty channel. I just can't get in the mood to do it, which I am sure you can understand. It was actually really hard for me to get motivated to write this. Hopefully, I will get to feeling more up to it soon- but in the mean time I have just been enjoying my family and trying to relax. 

Looking forward to finding out the sex in 2 weeks and getting some mini-kicks! Keep you posted. 

Symptoms

As I hinted at earlier in this post, I haven't had much action in the symptom department. Thankfully! I think I did notice my boobs getting a little bigger though, then again that may be in my head. My weight has been fluctuating a lot more than I had noticed before. Like one day I'm down 2 lbs, next I'm up 3, then back down 3....I am attributing that to bloat because I have been super gassy. LOL this is the only time in life that any of that is acceptable and can be talked about without shame...so don't try and judge me! I have been back to working out the past few weeks, I just forgot to include that in those posts.

Cravings 

Well this week I have been working harder to get in more vegetables and meat. I have been semi-successful with that. Since, I haven't been nauseous I feel like I've been less picky. I gave eggs a try, still not loving them but not gagging either. I have been still leaning more towards the sweets than the salty for snacking. My frozen whips aren't going anywhere! I have been having this craving for a cheeseburger...but I am trying to fight it. We will see who wins that battle!

BumpWatch

This week I think I look pregnant for sure. Well in most clothes. A noticeable bump in fitted clothes but not in loose blouses. Smaller in the mornings and makes a debut after lunch.  Wonder how much longer before it can't be tamed.... 
This week, I've dabbled in some maternity clothes and I am seeing a pattern- they are hideous (unless you are willing to spend and I am just not there yet). The tops- fugly and the all the pants are black, leggings, or jeans. Can't wear jeans to work- and I am not spending a fortune on a new maternity wardrobe so looks like I'll be living in leggings! Good thing they are on trend! I did break down and get a couple of sale items from H&M- I will be posting a maternity haul very SOON! :) 

Week 14: GLORY....or not.....

Hello 2nd Trimester! I have been waiting for you.... and yet I have been nauseous all week again and pretty tired....when do the perks kick in?!? So excited that I am out of the 1st trimester...that felt like a lifetime! I'm definitely feeling more pregnant..and looking it to. You will see below. I don't know why I thought like day 1 week 14 all of my symptoms would disappear! Then again I had been having some great weeks so why would it be any different? Not sure, but I guess it wanted to prove a point!

Symptoms

This week I have been battling nausea again and for what reason? I cannot answer that but I hope it stops sooner than later. I have failed to mention this before, because this is not a new symptom, but it's been bothering me lately- late night trips to the bathroom. I drink a lot of water and always have, so I am no stranger to constant bathroom trips but NOT 2-3 times during my beauty rest! and I know it could get worse. Any tips for that?! 

Newest symptom, a swollen foot. That's right just one, and just in the evenings. Not a fan and I actually feel like I should call the doctor about it because it's uncomfortable. 

Cravings

Well with the return of the nausea has come the return of the picky eating. Still getting my ice cream fix  (via my frozen yogurt Whips) and I really think I could eat pizza everyday. That is all....

BumpWatch

I've been outed towards the end of this week....this my friend is a bump....

1st Trimester Update

Hey beauties,

Welcome to my baby blog! I wanted to share my pregnancy journey so here it is!

I really didn't want to overload my beauty blog and channel with baby stuff , so I decided to make a separate page!

Let me know what you guys would like to see! I will be posting products as we are getting stuff for the baby, products I've been using that a related to my pregnancy, weekly updates (as you can see), and maternity hauls.....ya know, the usual...

XoXo,
Amanda

Week 13: Pass the Fruity Pebbles

Back to reality this week. Pretty uneventful after my wonderful 12th week. I came off of vacation and returned to work. Yippee! (I hope my sarcasm can carry through).  Still excited about my ultrasound from last week, each one makes everything more real. 

Symptoms

This has been a pretty good week for me, I've been tired but it's been manageable. I have been able to work out and went to the gym twice and even ran a bit one day. I did my weekly Stone Mountain climb- everything is  getting a little harder because I run out of breathe so easily. 

Cravings

Cereal has been something I have failed to mention early on in the blog, but I definitely have developed a love for sugary childhood cereals and I have been satisfying that craving. Still want a caramel apple, which I haven't gotten! Other than that I think my food interests have pretty much maintained...carbs, pizza, and soups. I haven't indulged in the pizza often though, so I am doing good. I've also tried to be more mindful of getting in those fruits and veggies...who cares if I add some peanut butter to them....lol. I have also re-introduced yogurt into my breakfast routine and have gone without gagging. Happy day!

BumpWatch

What do you think?!? Can you see it!?! My and the hubz are convinced I'm showing but my mom and sister don't think so. 

Week 12: GREATEST.WEEK.EVER....so far

A great week! I had my first genetics screening appointment this week and I was a little nervous...just wanted a smooth appointment with a healthy baby! Thankfully, we got both- and we got to see the little munchkin because this test included an ultrasound. Everything went well, in this appointment they check the baby- more specifically looking for fluid buildup in the back of the baby's neck- and they take blood (a finger prick in the thumb) for testing. The nurses said 3cm of fluid is cause for concern and we had less then 1cm and blood test results came back negative. So blessed to get that news! This week was also great because I got my final grades and passed my last class with an A.....masters degree complete. I also got offered that job I mentioned in last weeks post- couldn't be happier. AND I got to spend the weekend in Miami at a lux resort with my girls! I'm kinda on cloud 9 at the moment.

Also, huge this week- I was finally able to share the news (to see a super cute..and quick announcement video check out my Instagram account- Beautynthebronzer). 

Symptoms

Not terrible this week- still tired but thankfully that was about it.  I also can detect faint line coming down from my belly button...the linea negra they call it! It caught me off guard, I was like why on earth would I have a dirt trail on my tummy lol. A text from my mom reassuring me that it's normal was comforting. Boobs have started picking up just a little, I've always had small breasts...so techinally they are still small but they are big to me lol. My boob anatomy (aka my areola..I hate that word)  has also gotten bigger and darker. Hmmm not sure what to say or think about that. Sorry if that's TMI- BUT  this is a pregnancy blog...

Cravings

I have been dying for a caramel apple...one with caramel, chocolate, and nuts.... and cheesecake I haven't gotten either though....I did find a cheesecake flavored Yoplait Whip- I'll keep you posted on that. Other then that- ice cream is still top on my list and citrus fruit. I went on vacation this week and indulged in seafood and pizza...not so proud of my give in to pizza but I was on vacation....the seafood...check my IG- no regrets here!

BumpWatch

This week I am seeing a little something, something. I am getting a little nervous...like am I showing too soon....I don't know.... but here starts that awkward I'm not rocking a beer belly, I'm pregnant phase!

Week 11: I may be having a baby...

Pretty uneventful week, no appointments. I did have a job interview though, which was my second one for this position and it went very well. The doctor I was interviewing with made a comment jokingly like..."you won't be leaving in the middle of my study to get married and move away"...he obviously didn't see my ring...I laughed and told him I was married and that wouldn't be an issue...but in my head was thinking...I WILL be having a baby though..oops! Which kind of leads me to the question of the hour? In this situation when is a good time to reveal that information?! This job is a big move for me and the process started before I even knew I was pregnant. In my head I'm thinking... it's still the first trimester....I don't want to loose an opportunity like this because I am pregnant...so what's a girl to do?! I guess I will let you guys know how this one goes...fingers crossed!

Symptoms

This week I was very tired! I went to bed a few times at like 8 this week...so kind of like my earlier weeks of exhaustion. I read that the baby was building a placenta this week, sooo I'm blaming that! A little bit a nausea and cramping here and there too, but nothing major. 

Cravings

Sweets made a come back...but not candy...just cookies and what I've convinced myself is ice cream lol. I have been freezing those Yoplait chocolate whips, so technically it is frozen yogurt and it gets the job done so I am not overindulging on ice cream on the regular. They are only 160 calories with 4 grams of fat and satisfy every bit of my craving for Bruster's chocolate raspberry truffle okay?! I also noticed this week that I have been almost meat free on most meals...I am really not wanting it and my husband is really not loving that. LOL mainly because I've been leaving it out of the dinners I cook! It's not me..it's the baby!

BumpWatch

This week I had to bust out the hair band....to secure my pants. A trick my doctor told me about on my last visit. Let me tell you, I did the happiest of happy dances when I sat down in my car to go to work and didn't feel like my circulation was being cut off at the waist! Most of my pants...the ones with a little stretch are fitting, but after a meal I get an instant muffin top. NOT CUTE! So, this little trick is going a long way with this in between phase. Here is a pic of my "bump" this week....

Week 10: 4 Vials of blood...NBD...

This week I had my first REAL prenatal visit. I say real because the first time we went to the doctor it was just a pregnancy test to confirm and the second time we went was for the ultrasound- which I talked about in the week 9 post. The first two were exciting...this one not so much... I was there for an hour and a half (insert side eye emoji). BUT it was all for the good of my little munchkin, so it was well worth it. If you haven't been pregnant before- here is what you can expect from this appointment. A sit down with your doctor to talk about you and your partners medical history, genetics, a Q & A, and a bag full of information pamphlets and a book. See not so bad..oh wait I forgot about the 4 vials of blood (ahhhhhh), the pap smear, and the full body physical...NBD (hahahaha).  Highlight of my appointment- the smart ass nurse that told me back in her day they took 8 vials and this was nothing. Ugh, rude! If I wanted your opinion, I would have asked. 

Other than that I've been trying to get this chalkboard update board thing together for my bump pics. YUP, I saw it on Pinterest ...only I couldn't find a chalkboard so I got a black dry erase board. A total FAIL because you can't see any of the markers that were supposedly vibrant and chalk wouldn't work on it either. SO, to Hobby Lobby I will go in search of a real chalkboard. 

Symptoms

I have been feeling pretty good most days. Nausea returned this week- still not as bad as earlier weeks but no fun nonetheless. I was tired enough to take a nap one day, that says a lot for me. I do not nap! I was able to work out 3 days this week, which is my goal this trimester since being exhausted often gets in the way. I did cardio on the bike and 4MPH walk on the treadmill on a 5 incline twice this week and I climbed Stone Mountain. The hike is getting harder because I get winded much faster but it is my best workout- my FitBit says I burn about 1,034 calories.  

Cravings

This week I have been a little more partial to sweets than in the earlier weeks. I am also still having random cravings. Nothing consistent...basically I want what I want in that moment. I guess that's been consistent lol! I haven't had near as many food aversions as in earlier weeks.  Some of my cravings this week.. grilled cheese and tomato soup (that and PB and J have been consistent..so I guess I lied),  Ranch Pringles (amazing), and salad with a lot of green olives and cucumbers (I do eat healthy too, I promise). 

BumpWatch

Still no major moves in this department- just a bloated belly. I do notice my pants fitting tighter around the waist, especially as the day goes on. But nothing anyone else has noticed...or has mentioned to me. Who knows, they could be thinking Amanda better step away from the grilled cheese...but they don't know my life!

Week 9: Baby on Board!

Exciting week for us because we got to get a first glimpse at baby and to see the heartbeat. I guess it is too early to hear it, but we saw it and it was beating very fast! Which is a great sign. With my symptoms being so spotty, I must admit at times I was a bit worried or maybe that's not the best word- but I at times  I would question "Am I really pregnant?" So seeing the image was definitely reassuring. Having mild symptoms can be a blessing and a curse. It has caused me to become a googling freak (more so than my usual) and that's really not something I recommend, while helpful at times you can get some scary info that will really have you worrying for no reason. 

Symptoms

Well this week I was feeling pretty good, almost like myself. Wonder if it was the prenatal vitamin time switch...OR maybe I am just getting used to feeling not like myself. Anyways, I was able to go to the gym more this week without having the constant on and off bouts of nausea and being totally exhausted. I hope this lasts... I did a Stone Mountain climb and some light cardio at the gym one day... It's a start! Especially after coming off of a 2 week break. 

My boobs stopped growing...BOOOO! That was my one fun symptom. They are a little senstive but not painful. 

Cravings

All I want to eat is chips! I have never been big on chips so that is different for me. Not that I don't like them- I just could be without them. And I NEVER buy them for the house- but I have been really into munching on those. I've still been selective about food, only eating what I have a taste for at the moment because everything else I look at gives me instant nausea when I even think about eating it. Unfortunately  it's been mostly carbs! Soups and carbs...I need some salad in my life. 

BumpWatch

Ummm, nothing to see here. I notice a little bloating but I don't think anyone else would see that. Not even my husband has noticed. Guess that's typical, being it's my first pregnancy. Still took a pic though...going to savor these flat tummy pics one day in the near future. 

Week 8: Waiting Game

Still so early, and I am realizing the downside of finding out so early. Life has become a waiting game and the ultimate test to keeping my big mouth closed. We're anxiously waiting for next week when we can actually get the first ultrasound to confirm that there is in fact a baby in my belly! I am also finding that I have become so pre-occupied with my pregnancy that it's hard to think about anything else. I still have a few more weeks of school and that's been really hard with being tired and nauseous and I really have been neglecting my blogging and social networks. I've been blaming it on school...which is only partly the reason lol. But I don't want to share till much later! Oh I also switched taking my prenatal to the evenings now, and I think that has helped with me not being so nauseous in the morning. 

Symptoms

TIRED! I have gone home everyday after work, showered, and have gotten in my bed. And when I get in it...I feel like I am in heaven and never want to get out. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to make it to the gym for the 2nd week in a row- other then my Stone Mountain climb on Saturday- I have not had the energy. I hope this passes. I would like to stay as active as I can through out the pregnancy. Nausea is still here, but with no vomiting to accompany it so I guess I can be happy about that much.  I know people have it much worse, but this is no picnic. 

Cravings

Everything I look at makes me want to vomit. My usual breakfast of yogurt or oatmeal....turns my stomach.  I know yogurt has been a major source of my morning nausea. Only thing I have been wanting to eat is pizza. So, I've been making those at home to be healthier of course lol. Other than that just crackers, soup, and the occasional sandwich. 

BumpWatch

This is my first week doing a bump picture. Just a little bloat is all I notice, but I'll keep tracking it weekly. 

Week 7: Why nobody told me!?! Is this real life?!

Definitely feeling pregnant this week, which is code for crap. Nothing happening aside from feeling horrible. More details about that below. I've been doing a lot of reading and googling of course and all I am learning...pregnancy is very contradictory, inconsistent  and confusing! It's like if this happens then it means this, but not all the time, sometimes it's okay....WHAT?!? 

Symptoms

Totally know this is going to be worth it, but I hope this is not the start of misery for the rest of my trimester. I have been feeling so ill, nonstop nausea all day long. I honestly felt like maybe if I threw up I'd feel better. But friends of mine said I don't want that to happen because there is a good chance I wouldn't stop. So, I guess I'll take the nausea?!?! Well the one good thing is that I hear nausea is a good sign of a healthy pregnancy, NOT that no symptoms are a bad thing...Seriously I read that and the contradicting ideas continue...

Oh BONUS- my boobs have definitely gotten bigger and they don't hurt like I've read. So I am enjoying that!

Cravings

Umm, did you read the last section....food is not on my agenda....

Week 6: Just not the same...

The start of symptoms have come upon me. Not feeling like myself but I have kept to my regular schedule so far. Hoping that it doesn't get worse because this is bearable. Still in denial about actually being pregnant, it's just so crazy to me. Like in 9 months I will be somebody's mom! Exciting and scary at the same time. 

Symptoms

Only some slight nausea here and there- not feeling quite like myself. I've had these sort of dizzy moments. The only way I can describe it is like when I have a sinus infection and get this fuzzy head kind of feeling. Really the only thing that has been bothering me. My energy seems the same. Let's hope this lasts. 

Cravings

None really, I feel like I've been eating like I usually do. Maybe not as interested in food because of the nausea here and there but for the most part my diet hasn't changed and I typically eat pretty healthy. I'm expecting some change to that!

Week 5: PG test at the doctor so I know it's real....

OMG! I am pregger's ya'll lol. Went to the doctor's this week to get that confirmation with yet another pee test...so official right?!? My mom was like they used to draw blood when I was pregnancy....80 something years ago (lol just kidding) Anyways, I am still not totally convinced but for some reason taking the same test but at the doctor gave me a little more reason to believe.  So, I guess I will blogging about this adventure! I don't know when I am going to share yet, but I'm thinking after my first trimester is over...so by time you read this I will be much farther along. 

Symptoms

Not feeling any different, I don't know why I thought I'd just FEEL pregnant after finding out. But I don't and I am not going to get to comfortable either...I'll just enjoy it. Who knows how long it will be before I can feel normal again.

Cravings

Well, I ate bad the other night for dinner. And I wouldn't say it was because I was craving anything it was kind of like a "I'm pregnant I eat what I want moment." Um, yeah I won't keep doing that I promise! I ate queso dip (made by my bestie) and hot wings...not the smartest decision. I had the worst heartburn I've ever had in my life! Woke me right out of my sleep. I guess I learned a lesson early on.....

Week 4: I'm what!?!?!?

I'm PREGNANT! I CANNOT BELIEVE IT! Literally I took 4 tests, 2 digital that clearly spelled it out and I still can't believe it! My husband and I decided that if I got of my birth control we would just leave it on God's hands but wow did that happen fast! I have only had one cycle off of birth control and here I am! 

I don't know why but I had a feeling so early on  this week that maybe I was, hence why I found out this early. I have been thinking for about a week that I was going to take a test on Sunday or Monday because that was about 4 days before my period was due and that was close to the earliest it could be detected. 

So, Sunday started out as business as usual. Went to make some breakfast for the hubz before starting on homework and laundry. Then it hit me...literally the smell of eggs hit me and it was the most disgusting thing I have ever smelled in my life (like wet dog cooking on my stove...VOMIT)! It still didn't click in my head, but then I went upstairs and passed the bathroom and remembered the test and put 2 and 2 together . So, I took it....waited...saw a faint positive...felt like maybe I was seeing things.

I went into the room to show my husband who was like me and not so sure...but then that faint line became a little more defined! OMG! I literally ran to CVS to get more tests because it just couldn't be...but it was....4 tests later....still pregnant! 

SOOOOOOO excited! and I can't wait until I can hold my little baby!