Pregnancy Week by Week: April 2012

Sunday, April 22, 2012

27 Weeks Pregnant

This week I got to welcome the third trimester!

That means two trimesters down and only one left to go. What are my thoughts and feelings? I am beyond excited! In just 13 short weeks I get to welcome this little guy into the world. I love newborns and how sweet, tiny and perfect they are. I am also scared! Will I be able to handle TWO kids? Will I be able to love this little guy as much as I love Lincoln? Will Lincoln feel replaced and sad? So many emotions and feelings.

I have felt A-mazing this week! Seriously! I haven’t had a single symptom of being pregnant, besides constant kicks to the ribs and sides, not even acid-reflux or pain in the pubic bone. Maybe the honeymoon stage of the second trimester will linger a little longer. Cross my fingers!

Baby is doing good and growing wonderfully. I swear he kicks me all day long and it is starting to get a little painful but I enjoy every moment. I went to my doctor’s appointment and I am measuring right on, healthy, healthy. He is now the size of cauliflower!

Here I am. I finally went and bought a couple of new shirts and a pair of shorts. My sister-in-law gave me this maternity skirt and I love it.

Saturday, April 14, 2012

26 Weeks Pregnant

I missed last week because we went to Idaho for awhile. It was great to see my family, but I don’t think I will be driving much during my pregnancy anymore. I felt great clear up until last Sunday when I played steal the flag with my family. I was doing good until I had to get someone out of jail and ran my little heart out. Of course I didn’t get caught! I am faster than my brother even pregnant. Yet, after that run I couldn’t walk anymore. I dragged myself to the house where I laid down and tried to get the pain in my pubic bone to go away. It hurt so bad! I could hardly sleep that night and every time I moved I would cry out in pain. The next day my brother, who is a Chiropractor, worked on me and I felt much better. I waddled for a few days, but at least I wasn’t fighting back tears with every movement.

I have gained another three pounds, making the total 20. I seriously cannot believe that I am six months pregnant. It is incredible! Baby is moving lots and I occasionally get a kick to the ribs. My acid reflux has been non-existent lately and I think it is because my stomach has finally popped out. I think I look bigger in real life than this picture. Probably because I am standing up straight when I usually am all sloppy posture! I finally went out and bought a new bra and oh my gosh can I breathe! I need to go buy some bigger shirts and pants. It is crazy how much prettier I feel when I wear clothes that actually fit. It would be great to say “I wore the same clothes my entire pregnancy” but let’s be honest, that would not be very flattering, even if I was only belly.

About Me

My name is Heather and this is a blog all about pregnancy! I am a mormon mommy to a four-year-old boy Lincoln and an 18-month old boy Maverick. My births were completely different, and I cherish the memories and excitement each one brought. Lincoln was a planned induction a week before his due date; my water was broken and I didn't need Pitocin, although I was given it for a short 30-minutes. I labored for 12 easy but very scary hours. He was whisked away after birth when a hole in his heart was found in an ultra-sound taken during labor. Maverick was born 8 days early. I labored at home for the majority of it and arrived to the hospital dilated to a 9. It was incredibly painful and each contraction crippled me! I got the epidural and calmly delivered him with only three pushes. I got to breastfeed him and bond with him before he was cleaned or measured.

I LOVE being pregnant and decided to create a blog to share with people who are interested or curious about pregnancy. Being a mom is the best blessing ever, and I am excited to have two little monsters running around. Being healthy, active and positive during pregnancy is essential in having the perfect pregnancy! Almost everyone can enjoy the miracle of a growing baby if you have the right attitude. Labor is unpredictable and no matter what happens, it is fun to share the story of bringing a life into this world.