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As of Saturday I'm 6 weeks! Baby L is the size of a sweet pea and is growing the lungs, liver and kidneys this week. I am absolutely amazed by this entire miracle. I am feeling pretty good, nausea continues to come and go. Whoever coined the term morning sickness had no idea about the sickness at all. Mine is not in the "morning" in fact it seems to last all day but will go away quickly if I eat something small. So, thats what Ive been doing, grazing all day long. :) I don't have much cramping anymore, mostly at night if I do. Fatigue is beginning to make its ugly face and I dont have time for it! I'm not a napper, I feel worse napping because I feel LAZY. By mid-afternoon I am so exhausted! I'm still bloated but can still fit all my clothes so no complaints there!
Many people are asking what gender we prefer. I thought Id always go for a girl because I'd LOVE to have someone to dress up, play dolls, and plan a wedding for. However, now that Im actually expecting D and I are both completely excited for which ever we get. Boys are so much fun and EASY!
David and I got our first congratulations card this weekend from Sharon. She also enclosed this purse size week-by-week pregnancy guide which I love! Its so nice having a friend as thoughtful as her. <3
I am counting down the days until our first appointment! Im already thinking nursing colors:
Girl: aqua walls, bedding: lavender, orange and pink
Boy: pale blue walls or aqua, bedding: orange and pale blue
Recently I had to swap my Chelsea Handler, Elizabeth Gilbert and Sophie Kinsella books for a more intellectual read, PREGNANCY books! When D and I first started talking babies a friend of mine suggested I read What to Expect Before You're Expecting and I am so glad I did! I learned so much from this book and tried my hardest to get my body in the healthiest baby womb shape ever! I immediately stopped taking b.c. and began a prenatal vitamin daily. I read folic acid will help with nausea so there isnt any harm in being over prepared.
I am now onto What to Expect When You're Expecting, Origins & 100 Healthiest Foods While Pregnant. I am determined to feel my best(if possible) and provide Baby L with the healthiest possible start to his/her life. By "healthy" I am going all-organic on meat, dairy and most fruits. Those yummy white pastas, sweet teas, coffee and anything boxed/bagged will not be missed! In the past year I have made a conscious effort to change a lot of theses eating habits but there are days I just give in. I have tried for months to ween myself off my dear morning, afternoon and evening friend:coffee. But, I always go back after those dreaded caffeine headaches. However, since becoming pregnant I have not had one cup of joe or one headache. I feel great, Its amazing!
I am sticking to my original pre-pregnancy fitness plan until I am told other wise. I usually do 20-minutes of cardio (eliptical, run, spinning) followed by 30 minutes of free weights and lunges. I hope to incorporate some yoga back into my life soon. The mindfulness and distressing will be beneficial once Im back at work!
As of today Im feeling great! The nausea and excessive saliva only lasted a few days but Im sure it will return again. I am experiencing some cramping at night but other than that all is well! My first doctors appointment is August 9th. and Ill be in my 9th week!! Im so in love and excitedddddddddddd. :o)
I called my mom as soon as I left David's work...I could not wait to share this with her. I thought a while about how I wanted to do it..should I send a pic of the test or just call? I decided to call in the event she was driving, saw the pic and fainted.. just kidding. I knew my mom would be so happy for us but Im her little girl..she will always see me as 10 years old no matter what...same goes for my Dad. I dont think they realize how old they really are. :) Once I got in touch with my mom I think her response was something like
Mom: "no way", "are you serious"
Me: "yes, were pregnant!"
Mom: "oh my gosh, congratulations"..a few moments later.."you know what that means..no more alcohol"
Then I think once it sank in she was calling me making sure I knew I had to see a doctor...and to tell me she was going to a maternity store to shop already! score!
We waited to tell David's parents the next morning because there was family in town and we were really trying to keep in quiet until I saw a doctor. So this is how David gave them the news..
D: " you guys have to stop smoking"..his mom smiles really big at me.."yep, kara's pregant"
Parents: his mom hugs and kisses me and was so excited...she said she was so excited she was going to burst because she had to go inside and appear as if nothing was said. torture. haha..
Stats so far:
As of today I'm going into my 5th week & I weigh 123 lbs. Baby L is the size of a poppy seed and is currently developing the circulatory system and heart <3
So, heres the scoop..once I got home from Ohio David and I spent the following 2 days working on the house...and things just started feeling different. That week I started taking a few different vitamins plus the prenatal I was already taking so when the nausea set in I kept telling him "I think those vitamins are making me feel really bad." I'd sit down, drink lots of fluid and try hard to complain. :) By late Thursday afternoon the symptoms persisted, I felt nauseous, at times had excessive saliva (& no I wasnt on my way to Andernettos lol) I called my sister and she said to get a test first thing in the morning but I was thinking in the past 6 months the couple I did take were always negative so Im sure Im fine. Well by Friday afternoon my intuition took over! I was en route to a dinner party at my sisters and the voice was stronger and said just go to CVS, get a test...and why not just take one before I engage in any "adult" drinks later..hehe..
Once the test read positive I was shocked, over-joyed, scared and relived all in a matter of moments. So here was the kicker-my husband didnt know yet! ahh..and he was at work. I couldnt wait until that night so I drove to his work, told him the news and he was so happy. It was an expression on his face I dont think Ive ever seen.
I know we are going to make a great team as parents. I cant wait to see this side of my husband Ive never seen or known. <3 He is already referring to "baby" and acting like he can feel something there...soon enough though!
I feel so lucky and blessed with our news..I cannot wait to make the doctors appt. Monday and hear a heartbeat! Im already in love..
