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12 weeks


12 weeks of pregnancy has come and gone. Thank goodness. Although I enjoy being pregnant, the nausea and other illnesses I've experienced this time around, have made it a little less enjoyable. I am pleased to say the nausea subsided about 3 weeks ago. I do feel great. I have yet to gain any weight, which is a bonus. Chris and I went to my appoinment on Friday and the office was unusually quiet. I think we were one of two clients in the office, so they offered an ultrasound with the doctor. It was great. The babe was moving around and putting on a show. I am glad Chris was able to see the kiddo one more time before he returns. We discussed the delivery options with the doctor and it seems I will most likely be heading toward a repeat Cesarean. The one advantage in my opinion is that it will allow me to plan a bit so my family can be here. I have friends that have voluteered to watch Claire and accompany me to the hospital, so I am set either way. The practice is in support of whatever decision I make, so I guess we'll see how this plays out over time. They will not induce me though, since I already had a C-Section. I guess time will tell. I go back at 18 weeks for an ultrasound. Not sure if I will find out the gender or not. I really wanted a surprise, but I honestly hate surprises, so I am not sure what I was thinking. Chris doesn't think he wants to know what it is until he returns--nearly 1 month after it is born. I know he'll be begging me the moment I find out. My food cravings vary from day to day, but seem more consistent with my first pregnancy--Athen's Pizza and Xxtapa Cantina. Delightful! There is nothing like a steak fajita wrap burrito with homemade chips and salsa to make my day. Mmmm hmmm. The name situation is still a situation. We have no idea. We resorted to a name book, but it hasn't helped much. I like classy names that can grow with the kiddo, but Chris tends to like names from the 70's and 80's many of which replicate my cousin's names. Can't do that. I have this issue with sharing names and birthdays. I don't want my kiddos to share either. So...the search continues. All in all, we onward to trimester #2!!

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Erin&Joshua said…
We may be a little far away but DO NOT hestitate to call us for anything! I am still jobless so I can come for a few days or a weekend if you need some extra hands.

Chris, we wish you only the best and will pray for a safe and speedy (and perhaps early) return.
November 10, 2008 at 10:21 AM
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