*read our journey here + how it happened here*
Dear Baby,
You’re a large plum, it’s crazy to believe you’ve/ we’ve come this far! You’ve given mommy what seems to be the easiest first trimester of all time. No sickness (really), a little tired and hungry for the food I’ve always loved. You’ve allowed me to collect my sanity through my workouts and runs (just as I’ve always done). It’s like nothings changed. I am guessing you love pineapple, cherries, everything bagels, french fries and ranch. 😉
This week we got a doppler. Which means, little babe… we get to hear your heart beat anytime of the day. When fear comes over me, I just listen to your sweet little sound and away goes the doubt. It’s strange when I sit back and think about how much I love you (already!) and we have yet to meet. I can’t wait to admire your chunk monk self… I have a feeling you’ll come out as a red head! You got it, babe… when I was born I had a full head of red hair and your Daddy has a little ginger in him too.
Until the times comes when we finally get to meet… I’m going to continue to enjoy this special time with you. Knowing and trusting that you’re safe and sound, growing and developing in Mommy’s belly. You’re on our minds and in our prayers, always… our large (little!) plum.
We love you.
All my affection and little toe kisses,
Mommy
Size of babe: A peach! A plum… can you believe that???
Weight gain: Let’s put on the breaks a bit, ok kid. 😉 JK… well, the numbers are creapn’ and so are my thighs. Up 4.5 pounds. I don’t expect any differently with the way I’ve been craving the breads!
Maternity clothes: Jeans are still fine, just major muff tops going on. Still haven’t invested in this thing called a belly band. 😉
Gender: Oh the gender reveal ideas are spinning and I’m getting super excited. Our date has been set, July 27th and it’s happening at our new lot in Skybrook. After the big reveal we will head to some of our besties, The Lunsford’s to ring in Baby boy or girl Thorne and have a Q! So thankful to have such wonder friends… since we’re homeless and in a 480sf apartment we don’t have the space to host all of our friends… Kristen offered up their beautiful home to us. We are so blessed and my sissy and her hubby will be in town for it.
Nursery: After looking at floor plans, I can’t help but to get super excited. I’ll put more focus on this room once the gender is determined.
Sleep: Not to shabby, a few bathroom breaks in the wee hours, but nothing worth complaining about. Just a reminder that my babe is good and well in there.
What I miss: Nothing really. Is that sad? I was even with KV this week, traveling/ shooting we both admitted that it was sorta nice not indulging in a bevy.
Best moment this week: Two things :: Celebrating my very first Mother’s Day!!!! Amazing!!! Seeing my hubby on Wednesday evening. I really love my time with that man… I left for the mountains on Monday and came back on Wednesday. He doesn’t travel for work, so we’re not used to being apart.
Looking forward to: May 20th! Our 12 week appointment and screaming to the world… “WE’RE HAVING A BABY”!
Cravings: Pretty sure I covered this bad boy in the weight gain section… if you say the words :: bread, carbs, bagels, french fries, pizza, fried pickles, cheese burgers… you’re pretty much speaking my language. My pants hate me for this… but my tastebuds love me for it! 🙂
Symptoms: Thirst still… and those food aversions. Veggies and chicken – I just can’t seem to deal. This week I got some weird tinges in my right side during our days of shooting in the mountains. KV said it’s my ligaments growing. I mean, hello, I do have a a juicy plum growing inside of me.
Workouts: Oh, baby! Going strong, just a little slower. I’m love being active even if it’s just a 30 minute power walk… with my cravings and food aversions being what they are, I want to make sure I’m staying somewhat active. This week I only got in two Group Power classes, but I still logged about 24 miles. Even though they aren’t fast runs, it still feels great to be on my feet outside.
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