Welcome to the Second Trimester!

So, I posted my first baby belly pic at 14 weeks. I'm just starting to show and clothes are becoming a little more of a challenge these days. I have one pair of jeans that fit comfortably right now, so other than that I'm wearing either workout clothes, sundresses, or work scrubs of course. Not too much has changed since my last update. I'm still feeling really well. Unfortunately, fatigue is the one major symptom I fight pretty much everyday. Jordan and I went to our first baby consignment sale last week! There was TONS of things to buy for great prices. We really aren't interested in buying too much before we find out the gender, but we are somewhat looking for a crib and dresser. We figured a consignment sale was the best place to start :) We didn't find exactly what we were looking for, but we have plenty of time to keep looking. Anyways, my next appointment is in about 2 weeks and I will update again then!

12 Week Appointment

Here is baby at 12 weeks and 4 days! My appointment today went great. We had another ultrasound to see baby and hear the heartbeat. 167 bpm this time! Baby is very active and healthy (moving arms, legs, and turning around constantly). It was so surreal to see this. It is more amazing than I could have ever imagined. Baby has also grown quite a bit since last visit. 6.23 cm in length :) About the size of a peach. I also had A LOT of blood work done today--not the most exciting part of the visit, but it definitely wasn't as bad as I thought. I should get the results soon, but the doctor said no worries because I'm a very healthy young lady :) The doctor also went over all of my medical history as well as family history. This appointment was much more in depth than my last one so I felt better leaving this time around. My next visit is August 9th (4 weeks from today) and I will be 16 weeks! It's going by so fast already! The appointment after my 16 weeks will be 20 weeks and we get to find out boy or girl. I can't wait for that appointment!

Symptoms update: My symptoms lately have varied from day to day. I do feel a lot better, but I still get some headaches, fatigue, and stomach issues. No food aversions yet....just the occasional...."Ok I want this particular food and I have to have it right now!" feeling. My weight hasn't really changed much...I would say I've gained around 1 to 2 pounds since last visit. I'm sure that will pick up soon enough so I'll enjoy this now. I am actually sleeping better lately than I have in the past few weeks so I'm happy about that. Other than those few things I'm feeling really good. I'm trying to take in every experience big or small.

Jordan update: Jordan is so wonderful! Don't mean to brag, but I really do have the most awesome husband ever :) He helps me out all the time...whether I need the help or not it's still done. He takes into consideration every symptom I have...big or small. Again, having him at this appointment made things 100 times better (especially during the blood work part). I'm so glad that we get to experience this together and I really appreciate everything he does.

Workout update: I love my new yoga/pilates dvd! The lady in the video is kinda "cheesy", but I really enjoy the actual workout. It is so different than anything I've tried before. I've been trying to alternate Taebo and yoga/pilates (along with walking Deuce). This really helps me feel more energized so I plan to continue this until the last day!

Why Am I So Tired?!?!

So, I thought I would do a quick update before my 12 week appointment on Wednesday (July 14th). In the past week or so, things have really started to change. I've had a great pregnancy so far, but the symptoms that weren't so bad before are starting to intensify now. I am more tired now than ever. I find it really hard to just do normal chores around the house. I have experienced shortness of breath a few times at work, but it didn't last long. My stomach is absolutely out of whack. I really don't know what to eat anymore! I try one thing and I'm okay....I try another and I'm in the bathroom. Oh, and how could I forget those lovely headaches. So things are constantly changing! But believe me, I'm not complaining. All these changes and new experiences are very exciting! Well....maybe not the being in the bathroom part :) I'm very anxious for my next appointment to see how baby and I are doing.

My First Baby Purchase: Well...sorta for baby, but for me too! I bought a pregnancy yoga & pilates DVD that you can use before, during, and after pregnancy. My first day will be today so I will keep updated on how I like it. I've never really been into yoga & pilates, but it's supposed to be great for your changing body.

I guess that's pretty much it for now! I will put up a new pic and post in a few days!