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19 Week Update

This poor kiddo is already getting the short end of the stick. I used to be so prompt about keeping pregnancy updates, but life has taken over. 2 kids, activities, 2 school schedules, work, and life has gotten in the way. This is my first real update. I am going to keep it short and sweet this time in hopes I can keep up with updates every few weeks. I finally took my first pregnancy picture this week too! Amazing!
How Far Along: 19 Weeks
Size of baby: 8 ounces
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +9 pounds
Maternity Clothes: Yes. I still wear one pair of pre-pregnancy jeans, but dress pants are definitely maternity. Shirts are mostly maternity. I wear alot of cardigans that are not maternity.
Gender: ??
Movement: A few "butterflies" here and there, but mostly at night.
Symptoms: None. I feel great! My energy has returned for the most part and I've been having some pretty decent hair days. Nothing to complain about.
Sleep: I am a great sleeper. Our kiddos are my biggest interference. When they are flailing in my bed or coughing all night long, I am awake. Otherwise, I can sleep, sleep and sleep some more.
What I miss: Not feeling so large and working out without feeling like I am dying:)
Cravings: Nothing really. I am just happy to not experience any aversions other than the fried donut stand outside of the bx. All that grease, makes me want to gag.
Best Moment This Week: Seeing the crib in the soon to be nursery.
Shopping: I've purchased a few sleepers and outfits. Nothing much. We are waiting until gender confirmation in a couple of weeks to figure out what we need/want. Thankfully, my sister has a little guy and we have girl clothes galore. I think we'll be pretty well off either way.
ipad quality picture with horrid lighting.

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Anonymous said…
Wish I knew what this kiddo was going to be named!! hint hint. I hate surprises!! haha

Lauren

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