31 & 32 Weeks

How Far: 32 Weeks
Weight Gained: I won't know for sure until my appointment on Friday. However, I'm positive that I gained back the 3 lbs I lost while being sick. How could you not with the amazing seafood on the coast and don't forget the bbq during the 4th of July celebration.
Best Moment of the Past 2 weeks: We couldn't have chosen a better time to vacation on the coast. The weather was absolutely picture perfect. I couldn't believe I actually got a tan! I haven't had a tan in years! It was also amazing to spend time with both sides of the family.
What I'm Missing: Lately I've been experiencing some lower back pain. Back pain & a toddler = no fun for Mommy!
Other News: Since coming home from vacation, I've been in "nesting" mode for sure! I can't believe it has flown by and we still haven't even painted the nursery. I'm not stressing too much over it, since he will be sleeping in a bassinet in our room for the first couple of months. However, I would at least like to have the room painted before he's here.
Plus, we're still finishing Shannon's room décor. I swear I will eventually post pictures (hopefully for both rooms) before the Baby Boy arrives.

28 Weeks

How Far: 28 Weeks

Boy/Girl: Baby Boy!

Weight Gained: I gained 3 lbs. this month, which puts me at a total of 18 lbs.

Best Moment of the Week: Summer is in full swing over at our house. We are getting into our Summer routine and Shannon is loving it. I'll post more about what we have planned for her in the upcoming months. PLUS... her big girl bed is finally here and last night was her first time sleeping in her new room. She did great!

What I Miss: I'm definitely feeling really pregnant and the heat is just making it worse. I have so many things planned for the baby girl and am trying to squeeze in so many fun memories for her before the baby boy's arrival. Plus, the list of things to do before baby boy arrives just seems to be never ending. I just have to remind myself to take it as it comes and to rest.

Other News: I had my Dr's appointment last Thursday, which was just an ultrasound. After they took all of his measurements they said I was measuring over a week early. This honestly doesn't surprise me. Before my first Doctor's appointment back in January, I calculated my due date and it came out to August 28th. Now, he still could arrive early but I doubt it'll be in September. From now on, my Doctor appointments will be every two weeks! Wow, does time fly!



I also have to share this cute moment from Shannon today. So I just finished my chalkboard for the weekly belly shot and hung it back on to the wall. As I was setting up the camera, I see Shannon run over in front of the chalkboard and stand there with a smile on her face. She was ready for her close up!

27 Weeks

How Far: 27 Weeks! Hello 3rd Trimester!

Weight Gained: I will know for sure tomorrow after my Dr's appointment. However, I'm already waddling and I just know that I've put on quite a bit since last month.

Girl/Boy: Boy



Best Moment of the Week: Having a family outing at the community pool. It wasn't too busy (surprisingly) and she absolutely loved it. I'm planning on taking her at least once a week!
What I Miss: Being able to run after Shannon. That girl can run!
Maternity Clothes: I'm pretty much done purchasing maternity clothes. I love trying to squeeze into my favorite tank tops and believe me I try my best. I was wearing my favs up until the night Shannon was born. However, I feel as though I need to pick up a couple more tank tops. I'm so much bigger than last time.

26 Weeks

 

How far: 26 Weeks! I'm almost into the 3rd trimester!

Weight Gained: It'll be another week until I know for sure. However, I am definitely feeling very pregnant. The Summer heat definitely doesn't help at all. Shannon and I are planning on basically living at the pool this Summer.

Best Moment of the Week: I passed my glucose test!

Plus, thanks to the best in-laws and hubby ever Shannon's Big Girl Room is almost done. I have some minor décor details to finish and we're still waiting on the mattress and box spring to be delivered. I'm so excited to transition her into her new room! I absolutely loved her expression when we showed her the newly painted walls and reading corner. Her response was "Oooo!"

What I Miss: I'm already missing the cooler weather. I'm not complaining about the heat just yet, because believe me it's just going to get worse. (Why, oh, Why, did I have Summer babies?!) I just wished that there was a gradual warmth instead of going from beautiful 80's to blah 104! Gotta love Vegas!

Cravings: My cravings have calmed down quite a bit. I never really had any cravings when I was pregnant with Shannon, so this is all new to me. I'm just trying to focus on eating healthy with filling snacks/meals. I don't know if it is the testosterone or just me but I am ALWAYS hungry with this pregnancy. I am planning on making homemade popsicles for Shannon and I to enjoy on a hot Summer day.

What's New: There are some days I start getting really anxious about the baby boy's arrival and all that has to be completed. I start trying to plan out everything I can think of (room/nursery projects, new "freezer friendly" toddler meals, and even Shannon's schedule so that when the birth day arrives Shannon will have some what of normalcy). I have to stop and remind myself that my motto with the 1st pregnancy was "go with the flow." I will try to plan ahead as much as possible but it's important to not stress over things that are out of your hands.

25 Weeks

How far: 25 weeks! It still amazes me how fast this pregnancy is going.
Girl/Boy: Baby Boy
Weight Gained: I will know exactly at my next appointment in a couple of weeks.
Best Moment of the Week: Since we've already experienced our first 100* temperature here. I couldn't wait to bring out our fun water pad for Shannon. She loves it! Plus we met with some friends for a bbq this weekend.
What I Miss: I've been feeling so sluggish lately and I don't know why. My guess is probably the hot weather but it's still annoying.
What's New: Since the hubby had the day off on Monday, I decided to utilize that free time to go take my glucose test. Fun! Honestly, it's not as bad as people say it is. Other than arriving to the Drs hungry and drinking what tastes like flat soda, it's really not that bad. I've been told that the orange flavor drink is disgusting. I on the other hand don't mind lemon lime. I guess just base it on whether you'd prefer orange or lemon lime soda and you should be able to get through it.

24 Weeks

 

How Far: 24 Weeks

Girl/Boy: Boy

Weight Gained: I was pretty surprised when I found out that I gained 5 pounds this last month but I'm still where I should be. My Doctor is actually encouraging me to gain more but I literally don't know if I can eat any more! I think I'm right where I was when I was pregnant with Shannon. I'll know how much I gained at my appointment towards the end of this month, when I have to take my glucose test.

Best Moment of the Week: I'm getting so much done! I'm exhausted but at least I'm not stressed out. I will be super excited once I finish Shannon's lamp for her big girl room. I am tired of making rosettes! Plus, we finalized our vacation plans and are counting down until the days where we're taking walks on the beach. It can't come soon enough!

What I miss: I'm starting to get a little heart burn and I am remembering those days with Shannon. They are not fun! I'm missing a nice, ice-cold beer. It's starting to really warm up over here (It'll hit the 100 mark at the end of the week!) However, I treat myself with some yummy lemonade and pretend that it's spiked! :)

Cravings: Not much these days. My hubby was all on his own with picking out the meals for Mother's Day. I just want whatever is easy and quick to make.

 

I hope all of you had a wonderful and restful Mother's Day!



23 Weeks

How Far: 23 Weeks!

Girl/Boy: Boy!

Weight Gained: I was surprised to find out that I had gained 5 lbs. since my last appointment (which was about a month ago). Overall I've gained a little over 15 lbs!

Best Moment of the Week: I always love going to the Drs. and seeing the baby boy on the ultrasound. Plus... I was able to get a lot of little projects done. Not to mention, the hubby and I finally painted our Master Bedroom (3 years later!)

What I Miss: I'll try not to get too emotional here but I'm really missing my Mom. Mother's day is in a couple days and I just miss being able to tell her what an amazing mom & grandma she was. I miss our Skype sessions and just simply hearing her voice. I'm choosing this year to honor one of my best friends instead of focusing on not being able to call and talk to my mom. I know that is what she would've done.

Cravings: Ok so those little small chocolate chip cookies I've been raving about... yeah! umm! I've upped the ante. I've added peanut butter. A-MAZ-ING!





21 & 22 Weeks

These past two weeks have been non-stop fun and chaos at times. I feel horrible for not posting my pregnancy week updates as well as our Easter festivities. We also just got back from California where we visited my hubby's family for the weekend. All of it was so much fun but tiring in the end. So here are my pregnancy weeks 21 & 22.

How Far: Currently 22 weeks 2 days
Weight gained: 10+ lbs.
Girl/Boy: Boy!
Best Moment: I had so many amazing moments these past couple weeks. Starting from my Dad traveling all the way out from Kansas to be with us Easter weekend to spending the weekend in California with the hubby's family. I love being surrounded by family and I know Shannon does too! Although, a couple nights ago, Lee finally felt the baby boy kick/punch!!! He's been desperately waiting to feel for about a month now and it finally happened.
What I miss: Honestly, just a normal schedule. Things have been so crazy around here and I'm ready to get back to fun lessons for the baby girl and working on the kids rooms. I'm also adding SLEEP. I miss sleep, but that just goes without saying. Obviously by the "wonderful" hair styles I have going on in both of these pictures, you can definitely tell how crazy life has been.
Cravings: Yesterday, as I was driving, I started really craving crawfish. Thanks to our New Orleans' friends. They took us to a crawfish boil when I was pregnant with Shannon and we've been addicted ever since.

20 Weeks



How far: 20 weeks! I can't believe I'm halfway there already. This time around is going by so much faster than the first one. I love being pregnant and I really hope it slows down so that I'm able to enjoy every moment.
Weight gained: I'm not sure yet. I have an appointment at the end of the week.
Girl/Boy: BOY!
Best Moment of the Week: Purchasing Shannon's big girl bed and finally seeing the plans come together. I can't wait to share those plans in the near future. Plus the baby boy's movements are getting stronger and stronger. My favorite part!
What I Miss: Coffee. Lots of coffee. I have been so exhausted lately and have been dreaming about it.
Cravings: Other than the smoked salmon that I've been talking about forever, it's red meat. My hubby makes the most amazing bar-b-que. It's hard not to constantly think about it.

19 Weeks

How Far: 19 Weeks!!
Weight Gained: 7+ lbs. I have an appointment next week and I feel like I've gained so much, thanks to the hubby's bbq.
Girl/Boy: BOY!
Maternity Clothes: Now that the weather is finally warming up, I'm excited to throw on some cute jean shorts I picked up from Motherhood Maternity. Besides, my legs are needing some sun desperately. I don't buy many maternity tops. I don't feel that they fit me correctly. Gotta show off that baby bump!
Best Moment of the Week: Last week was pretty busy as usual. However, I love when there's a weekend where the house is "decent" and there isn't much to do. I mentioned my Hubby's amazing BBQ. We invited some friends over for a relaxing dinner. It was just. Nice.
Worst Moment of the Week: The realization that I'm almost half-way through my pregnancy has sort of given me a "freak out" moment. I just feel like I have a million things to do before his arrival and on top of that Shannon's showing signs of Potty Training Readiness!! This is a whole other topic where I'm feeling mixed emotions of being excited and frightened all at the same time.
Cravings: I have been craving my husband's smoked salmon. He smokes them and I make all of the fun toppings to go on it. Now that it's perfect grilling weather... I'm craving it more than ever! I also can't wait for our family vacation to the beach. Where we have the same fish tacos every lunch. A.MAZ.ING!!!

18 weeks

How Far: 18 weeks!
Weight Gained:  7+ lbs. I have an appointment in 2 weeks.
Girl/Boy: BOY! I've been getting the nursery plans together and I'm so excited to start Shannon's big girl room and the little boy's room. (Hopefully, I can post those ideas soon)
Maternity Clothes: These days it's lots of yoga pants and maxi skirts. I do try and "get ready" when I have to go run errands. Luckily I'm still wearing some of my favorite T's and just putting a cute belt around it.
Cravings: Still hung up on the cottage cheese deal. While picking up a huge carton of the stuff at Trader Joe's, I also found these amazing little chocolate chip cookies. Seriously, they are soooo good! Plus, they're small so you don't feel as guilty eating a handful.
Sleep: Still sleeping fairly well but I have noticed that I can't lay on my back at all now. It just hurts. I'm really not a back sleeper anyways but it was nice to give my shoulders a little break.
Best Moment of the Week: My Hubby's home!!! He was gone for a week but everything just returns to its normal state when he's here. For example, MY DOG! UGH! He becomes super high maintenance when my husband is gone. He won't eat breakfast, even though his schedule is kept the same. It makes for one frustrating week.
Worst Moment of the Week: Other than dealing with my diva of a dog, Shan and I were both dealing with allergies/cold. The wind was crazy here and kicked up all of the dust and pollen.

17 Weeks

How far along: 17 Weeks
Weight gained: 7+ lbs
Girl or Boy: BOY! I can't wait to start planning for the nursery.
Maternity Clothes: I'm loving this maxi skirt (which is "maternity") Although I think every maxi skirt/dress could be worn as maternity clothing. I found this maxi skirt at Old Navy back in January.
Cravings: Cottage Cheese. I really craved this at the beginning of my pregnancy but then got tired of it for a while. I had never liked it before. It actually made me gag before, but OH MY! I love it now!
Sleep: It's all good! I just wished I had more (don't we all)
Best moment of the week: Watching Shannon give my belly a kiss. She's so sweet! Every time I ask her where the baby is, Shannon points to my belly and then gives it a kiss and lays her head on it. She definitely knows that something's going on in there.
Worst moment of the week: My hubby is traveling for work and will be gone for a week. We all miss him a ton and are counting down the days until his return. Plus... to add on to the craziness Shannon caught a cold.

16 Weeks

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

 

How far along: 16 weeks

Weight gained: 7 lbs

Girl or Boy: BOY!!!

Maternity Clothes: Some. I find that maxi skirts are my go to "going out" outfit but when we're in for the day I throw on the yoga pants. I'm wearing both maternity and regular shirts.

Cravings: I'm still loving the sweet/salty combination. I have been craving my hubby's smoked salmon tacos!!! Mmm

Sleep: I really don't have to get up to pee anymore, which is always nice. Sleep all together is good.
Best Moment this week: St. Patrick's Day of course! This holiday is a big deal in my house and we had such a blast celebrating it. Also, towards then end of the week I felt the little boy give me a good strong kick. I can't wait until Lee will be able to feel it.

Worst Moment this week: Being completely exhausted from an all day planned St. Patty's day activities for Shannon. It was worth it in the end though!