Lots to report

Hi baby
Sorry mom hasn't been on here to much lately. It has been crazy around here lately. Lots of stuff has been happening. Mom got a new job, I have to redo some nursing school, Daddy got promoted, we went to New York city and have been trying to just keep up with life. So sorry for my lack of posting.

We finally finalized the doctor plans. We ended up going to the St. Joe's midwife clinic and felt extremely comfortable with our decision to go there. The midwife helped me feel comfortable in my decision of natural childbirth but also help calm some of my fears of giving birth. We are really grateful that we have them. We have seen them twice now and in just a few weeks we will get to find out whether you are a boy or a girl!!!! Daddy and I have different inklings about this but we cant wait to become closer to you.

We are now in the second trimester which means we are 1/3 of the way there. However the second trimester has brought me extreme exhaustion. I am so tired all the time. Daddy laughs cause I can pretty much sleep any time anywhere. And I usually fall asleep way faster than Dad.

We got to hear your heart beating the other day! It is so exciting. And as of a week ago I have started to feel you flutter around in my belly. It makes everything so real. It is still very subtle but I love it. I cant wait till your big enough to let daddy feel you move too.

Week 10

It all started a few days ago. A I told you earlier I don't fit into my normal pants anymore, so i was wearing my maternity pants and felt fantastic about myself on Friday. 3 people came up to me and told me that i was finally looking like I was pregnant! Seriously? I didn't know whether to be so proud i could hardly contain myself or run to a corner and cry. But I have embraced it. Actually now I love it. I am finally starting to FEEL pregnant and having a little bit of looking that way too. I can definitely tell that my belly is tightening up. I find myself resting my hands on top of my tummy or underneath like I have to hold it up! Can you feel me when I do that? And I am loving every minute of it.


I have been feeling awesome except for the exception of this pesky cold that I got a few days ago. There is a constant tickle in my throat and I can't stop coughing. I wonder what it sounds like and feels like for you when I cough. I have been taking a little medicine just to prevent it from getting too bad, I hope that doesn't bother you.
And I can't really lay on my belly anymore! Last night I couldn't even lay on my sides because every time I tried I couldn't stop coughing. Daddy asked if we could get a bigger bed soon. I don't think he likes sharing this little bed with my growing belly!My back has been hurting pretty bad today so I am going to try and get into the chiropractor tomorrow. Hopefully that will help. I read lots of stories about people who used chiropractors all through out their pregnancies had short labors!!!! That would be nice.

For Reals

Two weeks ago (I know you are saying why did it take you so long to post? but mommy has been super busy and super tired!) we got to have an ultrasound to see you! What an exciting day that was. As I layed there holding daddy's hand all I could think about was praying that there really was a little heart beat in there. And I couldn't be more proud. The tech explained everything to us as she did it and showed us all of your little parts and we got to watch your heartbeat. It was the greatest moment to know that our baby is safe and healthy. We still can't wait to meet you. Dad was hoping that there was 2 of you in there, but it's only you. And that is ok because we will for sure be giving you more brothers and sisters. I am so proud to be carrying you inside of me and can't wait for the bond that we will have.




AS far as how I have been feeling..... I had a few rough weeks when I was extremely nauseated, but I never barfed so that is a bonus. I just felt so blah and yucky that all I wanted to do was to lay on the couch and do nothing. Well,. I pretty much did that aside from having to go to school and work. i neglected the housework and the dishes. I am finally catching up though! I have been tired alot too. Mommy requires lots of sleep these days or she is not a happy camper. My boobs don't hurt very much anymore, but they are enormous. I guess I have to stop making fun of aunt Sadi!!!
I feel fat alot too. I feel like none of my clothes fit and all I want to do is wear sweat pants. But aunt Jessica and Angela brought me all of there maternity clothes so maybe I will start to get a little more comfortable. I complain to dad alot about feeling this way and he keeps reminding me that it is ok and that you are inside my belly and I have to take care of you!

I don't know if you can hear yet, but we talk to you alot. Daddy gets right down to your level and tells you about all of things he can't wait to do with you! We are starting to get anxious to know if you are a boy or a girl, but are willing to wait.

We love you baby!

Disappointed but so grateful....

Hi Baby~
I haven't had much energy to write to you this past week cause you are just taking it out of me. I am always and tire and that nausea I talked about? Well, I spoke to soon. It has come with full force, sometimes to the point that the only thing I can do to keep from losing my lunch is lay down and close my eyes. I cherish every moment of it though.
We went to the doctor today, hoping to get to see you and your little heartbeat.And I had tons of questions to ask the doctor. We got there and after filling out a few forms we waited some more to see the doctor. Meanwhile I was not feeling good at all and only had 2 hours of sleep I was hoping for this amazing experience when the doctor came in. He introduced himself and was kind. Told us a few things to avoid....like sushi!!!!!! I may go through withdrawls. And then he told us we would get to see you when you are 20 weeks old. 20 weeks? that is 13 weeks away! I can't wait that long and was pretty instantly disappointed. He did say we could hear your heartbeat next month, but I dont know what that really means. He then asked if we had any questions and I froze. My big long list stayed in my purse and we left. Besides being diappointed i think I just didn't have the experience I was looking for. So the question remains do I give him one more shot or try and find a new doctor or midwife.

I just need to brag about your daddy for a little bit. Today as he was driving us to the doctor I couldn't help but just stare at him. Baby, I want you to know how much I love your daddy. He is the greatest man I know. HE has made all of my dreams come true. I love waking up next to him and knowing that I get to spend forever with him. He sacrifices so much for our family. He is so smart and so kind. He really is everything in my life right now. I get so excited everyday when he leans down to you and talks to you. He is going to be such a great dad and I am grateful to have him.

Love you raspberry!!!

Daddy Time!!!!!!!!!

Baby,

I am super excited that I am now a father. Yes I am a little scared, but excited overall. I know that I have the best wife and that she will be there to help both of us along. Your mother is going to be a wonderful mother and caregiver and I am excited to see her change as you grow inside her. You will bring joy into both of our lives and I pray every day for your health and the health of your mother. Please be patient with me as I learn to change a diaper, feed you, and everything that is expected of a father. I was the youngest child and so I never had to do that before.........

Love,

Your Father

Sick?

Well baby I had always imagined that I would be the kind of pregnant lady that never got the morning sickness typical in pregnancy. Well, I haven't thrown up, but I have definitely been sick. I feel nauseated all the time. Not like I need to puke, but so much that I don't want to eat. However, I put you first and force myself to eat something. Sometimes its hard, but my little baby needs nutrients.

Speaking of eating, I am trying to eat alot healthier now that you are in my tummy. I have done pretty good and I am refusing to give into the "eating for two" clique. Today was not a good day for me though. I had pizza and a hotdog around lunch time. UUUGGGGG I felt so yucky after. So onward with the healthy eating!!!!

This picture has been the cover on my IPOD for quite sometime now. And I smile and get excited everytime I see it. This is your Dad holding your cousin Sam when he was born. Everytime I look at this picture I picture your daddy holding you and I am filled with excitement. he is going to be the most amazing father you could ever ask for! I watch him everyday and thank God that he has given him to us. Your daddy is the best! We may have to teach him a few things but I know that he loves you more than anyone will ever know!