Hello!
I had my 16 week check-up on Monday and everything looks good!
*Baby's heartbeat is around 155 and I cannot remember if girls or boys are said to have higher heartbeats...
*Baby is about the size of an avocado (O:
*Weight is holding steady (thank you Zumba!)
*The "BUMP" is officially here, no more denying it or hiding it. It's not a full-out preggo bump yet, but it is past the "little bit of chubb" stage.
*I am still pretty tired. Most nights I go straight to sleep after putting Emilia to bed around 8:30.
*No real food cravings. The most I can describe is when a person talks about a food that sounds good, I then cannot get that food out of my mind and it must be consumed. Like right now, it's a doughnut...and scrambled eggs. (Not together). I have noticed a decreased appetite, which I think is because most things do not sound good- except Ravioli...my rav intake is on the upswing. ;-)
*My memory is deteriorating by the day...seriously, like it could get any worse.
*Emilia's latest decision regarding gender is boy...then girl...then boy. I hope this means she will be satisfied either way. Only time will tell! She does ask to hold the baby often, not completely understanding that she has to wait a few more months. I think she will be a great big sister.
*I have decided to take a break from baby product searches. They make me tired and we aren't at a point where we can start making purchases yet, so why bother. The only thing we really *need* will be cloth diapers and I already have those decisions made. So, we will wait and make the purchases a few months down the road. (Would it be rude to ask those wanting to throw a "Sprinkle Shower" to consider Cotton Babies gift cards or cash towards these purchases? Probably...but I'm worried about getting a bunch of toys, etc. that we cannot really take with us. OK, another issue for another day...)
*Exciting news on the maternity clothes front! I scored 2 pairs of jean capris and one pair of jean shorts for $1 each...yay! (Did I already mention that? Probably...) But then yesterday I found a pair of Gap Long and Lean maternity jeans in my size for a very reasonable price as well! L&L are my favorite style of jeans- the ones I don't even have to try on because I know they always fit. So that was a very exciting find. I cannot wait for them to arrive. I may turn them into capris or bermuda shorts so I can maximize their use this summer and on Saipan.
One last thing to note...I recently found out that Saipan does not administer epidurals unless there is an emergency. To those who had their children "drug-free", this might not seem like that big of a deal. But, honestly, I am not brave, I have never admitted to be. I am not excited about this. I have had a few well-meaning mommas tell me it is the best thing they have ever done, and I am sure they believe that. I also believe that I CAN do this- I HAVE TO. Soon enough I will start researching coping with the pain, etc etc. But for right now, I want to just be able to say that I'm not looking forward to it and honestly, I am scared. While I appreciate the encouragement of friends and family, I am not ready to start hearing the glory stories of others. I'm sorry if that is rude, but it is how I feel. I hope to come around to a more positive place soon, and I am sure I will. But right now, I just want someone to agree with me that it really stinks. (End pity party).
Sorry to end on such a bummer of a note. I wanted to express even the sad/scary moments of this pregnancy and there was never going to be an exact right moment to do it. So, say a little prayer for me and I will try to be more positive next week. ;-)
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Update :: 15 Weeks
I am 15 weeks pregnant as of today and still feeling good. Not much has changed since last week, but here are the highlights:
*Baby is now about the size of an apple!
*Still not nauseous, still tired.
*No new cravings. I did feed the fried fish craving last night (YUM!!) and continue to drink apple juice almost daily. Oddly, I haven't been very interested in food this week. Nothing sounds all that good. I'm still eating, it's just not as fun. Haha!
*Weight: Holding strong, no weight gain! (I just wanted to mention that I know it probably seems like I am overly concerned about weight gain. I really over-did it in this area while pregnant with Emilia. So I am trying to do better this time of watching what I eat and exercising regularly. Also, I started this pregnany a little overweight, so I'm not supposed to gain as much during the pregnancy. Don't worry about me- I'm still eating plenty; I am just trying to make better decisions this time around!)
*According to Jason and my mom (and me, if I am being honest), my belly has started to poke out a little. This is probably my least favorite stage because I don't look pregnant...just like I gained a few pounds. I don't like the "chubby belly preggo stage" and hope it passes quickly. My regular clothes still fit well, you can just notice my belly more than before.
*Zumba is starting to kick my butt! I have to modify several moves and I Really don't like having to do that. I want to be able to give 110%, but I know it isn't a good idea for me, or the baby. So I do all the moves I can and modify the rest. Again, since I do not exactly look pregnant yet, I feel like announcing to the class that "I am pregnant, not just a wuss". I doubt anyone else cares about this as much as I do anyway. ;-)
In other news:
The search rages on for a good double jogging stroller. I have been looking into a friend's recommendation about the Baby Jogger City Mini Double Stroller. From what I am told, they actually fold down to the size of a regular single stroller. This would be great because we would be able to take it on the planes- not just on our initial move to Saipan, but anytime we visit surrounding areas. The trouble is- these strollers are EXPENSIVE!! Way outside our budget, for sure. I have been scouring Craiglist and even eBay for a good deal on one. I feel like I am really obsessing over this one item, and maybe I am. The reason I am overly concerned about finding a good double jogger is because Walmart does not ship strollers overseas. So far, everything else I have looked up (pack n play, swing, car seat, etc.) will ship for $1.97 each (YAAY!!). But, strollers are just too big. I don't really want to test my luck about finding one once on island, so I am trying to plan ahead. I honestly don't entirely care about the brand, as long as it has kid trays and a swivel wheel. But, I am trying to find the best (and most cost-effective) option for our family.
J and I also discussed baby's sleeping options this week. I looked at a couple mini-cribs and came across a review that mentioned putting a mini crib mattress in a pack n play. The reviews said it fit perfectly. Soo, I think we might give this option a try. Baby will be sleeping in our room for who-knows-how-long (only a 2 bedroom apartment and we don't think Emilia will do well with a roommate...she's not a great sleeper). But our room is pretty small, so we were worried about how much space a full-sized crib would take up. A pack n play seems like a perfect solution. It is small and with the added 3" crib mattress, it will have the same level of comfort as in a crib. That's the opinion of the week, at any rate.
I have a little collection of white onesies already underway, yay! I decided to start looking for them at yard sales, clearance, etc. so that once we know the gender of our baby, I can start dyeing some, appliqueing others, and fill the wardrobe this way. If we have a girl again, I have most of the onesies we will need. But if we have a boy, I am seriously lacking. (Notice I didn't say empty-handed...yes, I have a tote *or two* of cute little boy clothes I have picked up over the years, just in case we ever had a boy. I'm THAT girl.)
I have an appointment this coming Monday (5/9) for a regular check up. I think I will get the results of my blood tests and that should be about it. I am trying to psych myself up to ask for a sneak ultrasound (which my doctor is known for doing from time to time). I want to test this theory I was told about by my friend Lacey- The Nub Theory. She says she was able to tell her second baby was going to be a boy at 12 weeks. She was right! I have only done minimal research on the subject, but I think it would be fun to test the theory. I am planning to ask my doctor if she has ever heard of it and say I would love to test the theory if we had time for a quick u/s. Wish me luck! (O:
OK, so I guess a thing or two happened this week, now that I look back at this post! Haha! I hope I didn't bore you too much! ;-)
*Baby is now about the size of an apple!
*Still not nauseous, still tired.
*No new cravings. I did feed the fried fish craving last night (YUM!!) and continue to drink apple juice almost daily. Oddly, I haven't been very interested in food this week. Nothing sounds all that good. I'm still eating, it's just not as fun. Haha!
*Weight: Holding strong, no weight gain! (I just wanted to mention that I know it probably seems like I am overly concerned about weight gain. I really over-did it in this area while pregnant with Emilia. So I am trying to do better this time of watching what I eat and exercising regularly. Also, I started this pregnany a little overweight, so I'm not supposed to gain as much during the pregnancy. Don't worry about me- I'm still eating plenty; I am just trying to make better decisions this time around!)
*According to Jason and my mom (and me, if I am being honest), my belly has started to poke out a little. This is probably my least favorite stage because I don't look pregnant...just like I gained a few pounds. I don't like the "chubby belly preggo stage" and hope it passes quickly. My regular clothes still fit well, you can just notice my belly more than before.
*Zumba is starting to kick my butt! I have to modify several moves and I Really don't like having to do that. I want to be able to give 110%, but I know it isn't a good idea for me, or the baby. So I do all the moves I can and modify the rest. Again, since I do not exactly look pregnant yet, I feel like announcing to the class that "I am pregnant, not just a wuss". I doubt anyone else cares about this as much as I do anyway. ;-)
In other news:
The search rages on for a good double jogging stroller. I have been looking into a friend's recommendation about the Baby Jogger City Mini Double Stroller. From what I am told, they actually fold down to the size of a regular single stroller. This would be great because we would be able to take it on the planes- not just on our initial move to Saipan, but anytime we visit surrounding areas. The trouble is- these strollers are EXPENSIVE!! Way outside our budget, for sure. I have been scouring Craiglist and even eBay for a good deal on one. I feel like I am really obsessing over this one item, and maybe I am. The reason I am overly concerned about finding a good double jogger is because Walmart does not ship strollers overseas. So far, everything else I have looked up (pack n play, swing, car seat, etc.) will ship for $1.97 each (YAAY!!). But, strollers are just too big. I don't really want to test my luck about finding one once on island, so I am trying to plan ahead. I honestly don't entirely care about the brand, as long as it has kid trays and a swivel wheel. But, I am trying to find the best (and most cost-effective) option for our family.
J and I also discussed baby's sleeping options this week. I looked at a couple mini-cribs and came across a review that mentioned putting a mini crib mattress in a pack n play. The reviews said it fit perfectly. Soo, I think we might give this option a try. Baby will be sleeping in our room for who-knows-how-long (only a 2 bedroom apartment and we don't think Emilia will do well with a roommate...she's not a great sleeper). But our room is pretty small, so we were worried about how much space a full-sized crib would take up. A pack n play seems like a perfect solution. It is small and with the added 3" crib mattress, it will have the same level of comfort as in a crib. That's the opinion of the week, at any rate.
I have a little collection of white onesies already underway, yay! I decided to start looking for them at yard sales, clearance, etc. so that once we know the gender of our baby, I can start dyeing some, appliqueing others, and fill the wardrobe this way. If we have a girl again, I have most of the onesies we will need. But if we have a boy, I am seriously lacking. (Notice I didn't say empty-handed...yes, I have a tote *or two* of cute little boy clothes I have picked up over the years, just in case we ever had a boy. I'm THAT girl.)
I have an appointment this coming Monday (5/9) for a regular check up. I think I will get the results of my blood tests and that should be about it. I am trying to psych myself up to ask for a sneak ultrasound (which my doctor is known for doing from time to time). I want to test this theory I was told about by my friend Lacey- The Nub Theory. She says she was able to tell her second baby was going to be a boy at 12 weeks. She was right! I have only done minimal research on the subject, but I think it would be fun to test the theory. I am planning to ask my doctor if she has ever heard of it and say I would love to test the theory if we had time for a quick u/s. Wish me luck! (O:
OK, so I guess a thing or two happened this week, now that I look back at this post! Haha! I hope I didn't bore you too much! ;-)
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
The Un-Planned Events
Sorry I have been MIA for a while on here...things are picking up with traveling to churches to raise support for our mission on Saipan and usually my brain is too fried to do anything else productive. I hope to gather my thoughts into a somewhat coherent manner very soon to catch you up on the highs (and lows) of the past few weeks. But for today, I'm keeping it light. So I cannot mess it up too badly.
Emilia's birthday party is only two short weeks away- what??! How can my little girl already be 3? It just does not seem possible. This itsy bitsy baby is no more.
She is growing up so fast and I have new things I love about her every day. She is smart, funny, loving and kind. She is always up for a good time and loves making new friends.
We have not done a large birthday party ever year, and did not intend to do so. But, with our move coming up in July, we thought a party would be a great way to get all our friends and family together. We are going to *try* and keep it simple, but that goes directly against everything I believe about parties and planning (haha). Emilia has requested a Tinkerbell party, but wants to dress as Tink's friend Rosetta so she can wear pink- as is true "Emilia Fashion", if it's not pink, it doesn't exsist. It wasn't until last week that I realized I am WAaay behind on planning and prep for this party...I am so ashamed! Usually by this point I would have everything purchased, organized and ready (except for the fresh produce, etc.). I started to beat myself up about it, but then had to remind myself that we have a LOT going on right now. I still have time, I just need to get moving! I hope to do a party post after the event, with the highlights, my favorite *Pinned ideas, and all our fabulous party-going friends and family. (O:
Next, for the rant portion of this post...haha. As the title of this post states, this is about The Un-Planned EventS, plural. So I couldn't just stop with one. This is going to be a completely random and unnecessary rant about a gathering we are attending tonight. It serves no purpose other than allowing me to get it off my chest. And while I may seem sincerely upset about it (which I AM!), I am also mostly talking in jest.
So, we are currently part of a small group Bible Study at our church and it meets on Tuesday nights. Last Tuesday we missed because I was sick, so we didn't find out until the prayer list was emailed out that this week's meeting was going to skip the lesson and have a Bonfire/Potluck party. Sounds fun, right? Yes, it will be. That's not the part I'm twitching over. The email went on to explain that each couple/family was to bring either a main dish, side dish or dessert. BUT, it said we aren't going to "sign up" or communicate who is brining what...so "if everyone brings corn, we will eat a lot of corn", to quote the email...ahhh!! What?? No list or even a heads up about what we think we might bring??
I have been in a state of panic and probably have an ulcer now because of the stress. If you know me in real life, you are probably laughing hysterically at my perdicament (as is my husband, every time I try to talk about it..) I like order, I like lists and I like plans. I like to have a good time, and I promise I am not a stick in the mud. But the secretary in me is screaming! I have litereally gone through a dozen different ideas of what to bring- trying to find the perfect way to optimize a snack with some nutritional value that will also keep hunger at bay...does such a snack exist?
I forgot to stop at the store last night after Zumba. So I am now forced to scramble on my luch hour to the grocery store in hopes of finding the perfect dish to bring. I may end up forgoing nutritional value and sustainability and go with Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip or a premade/precut cheesecake. This is what happens when a male plans the party- I lose my mind and give up. He brought this upon himself and will now suffer my wrath this evening over such poor planning! (Not a *real* wrath, I do love this guy and his family. But I intend to tell him about the ulcer, for sure.)
So, now that you have an extra little glimpse into my crazy ways...I hope you have a splendid day! (But, really! Am I the only one who would be so bothered by this?? There must be someone else out there twitching with me...???) ;-)
Emilia's birthday party is only two short weeks away- what??! How can my little girl already be 3? It just does not seem possible. This itsy bitsy baby is no more.
She is growing up so fast and I have new things I love about her every day. She is smart, funny, loving and kind. She is always up for a good time and loves making new friends.
We have not done a large birthday party ever year, and did not intend to do so. But, with our move coming up in July, we thought a party would be a great way to get all our friends and family together. We are going to *try* and keep it simple, but that goes directly against everything I believe about parties and planning (haha). Emilia has requested a Tinkerbell party, but wants to dress as Tink's friend Rosetta so she can wear pink- as is true "Emilia Fashion", if it's not pink, it doesn't exsist. It wasn't until last week that I realized I am WAaay behind on planning and prep for this party...I am so ashamed! Usually by this point I would have everything purchased, organized and ready (except for the fresh produce, etc.). I started to beat myself up about it, but then had to remind myself that we have a LOT going on right now. I still have time, I just need to get moving! I hope to do a party post after the event, with the highlights, my favorite *Pinned ideas, and all our fabulous party-going friends and family. (O:
Next, for the rant portion of this post...haha. As the title of this post states, this is about The Un-Planned EventS, plural. So I couldn't just stop with one. This is going to be a completely random and unnecessary rant about a gathering we are attending tonight. It serves no purpose other than allowing me to get it off my chest. And while I may seem sincerely upset about it (which I AM!), I am also mostly talking in jest.
So, we are currently part of a small group Bible Study at our church and it meets on Tuesday nights. Last Tuesday we missed because I was sick, so we didn't find out until the prayer list was emailed out that this week's meeting was going to skip the lesson and have a Bonfire/Potluck party. Sounds fun, right? Yes, it will be. That's not the part I'm twitching over. The email went on to explain that each couple/family was to bring either a main dish, side dish or dessert. BUT, it said we aren't going to "sign up" or communicate who is brining what...so "if everyone brings corn, we will eat a lot of corn", to quote the email...ahhh!! What?? No list or even a heads up about what we think we might bring??
I have been in a state of panic and probably have an ulcer now because of the stress. If you know me in real life, you are probably laughing hysterically at my perdicament (as is my husband, every time I try to talk about it..) I like order, I like lists and I like plans. I like to have a good time, and I promise I am not a stick in the mud. But the secretary in me is screaming! I have litereally gone through a dozen different ideas of what to bring- trying to find the perfect way to optimize a snack with some nutritional value that will also keep hunger at bay...does such a snack exist?
I forgot to stop at the store last night after Zumba. So I am now forced to scramble on my luch hour to the grocery store in hopes of finding the perfect dish to bring. I may end up forgoing nutritional value and sustainability and go with Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip or a premade/precut cheesecake. This is what happens when a male plans the party- I lose my mind and give up. He brought this upon himself and will now suffer my wrath this evening over such poor planning! (Not a *real* wrath, I do love this guy and his family. But I intend to tell him about the ulcer, for sure.)
So, now that you have an extra little glimpse into my crazy ways...I hope you have a splendid day! (But, really! Am I the only one who would be so bothered by this?? There must be someone else out there twitching with me...???) ;-)
Monday, February 6, 2012
I Admit it::
I
Love
ZUMBA!!
At the Warren Christmas get-together this past December, one of our cousins, Christopher, brought his girlfriend with him to meet the family. This might not seem like that big of a deal, but Chris isn't really one to commit to any girl, so to actually bring her to meet this crazy clan of Warrens was a pretty big deal. Her name is Paulette and she really held her own. I was impressed. (O: So, she was in the kitchen talking to my father-in-law, Mark. I walked in and Mark told me he was going to pay for me, his wife/myMIL Treasa and my SIL Amy to all go to Zumba classes. I just blurted out, "Oh, I hate Zumba!" ...it was at this point that Mark explains that Paulette is a Zumba instructor in town and he is going to pay for all of us to go to her classes...So much for welcoming her into our family! (He is really good about setting people up to get to know each other and was probably trying to make connections between some Warren women and Paulette- a Warren-to-be...but in my defense, he should have Started his story with, Hey Annie, Paulette is a Zumba instructor and I'm going to send you guys to her classes...). Not that there is really any way to retract from my previous statement, but I did my best. I tried to explain that I'm just not a mover and a shaker, and that my only experience was an advanced video version. She didn't seem to mind that I hated her profession, or if she did, she didn't let on. But, I said I would go with the girls and give it my best.
My first class was about a month ago and I will fully admit that I was wrong. I'm hooked. She is pretty intense, which I love. She also doesn't do as much shimmy-shaking as I expected. There are some hip rotations and shoulder shakes (polite way to put that..), but I just try to keep moving until those are over. (haha). It's a pretty high-cardio kind of work out with lots of squats, arm raises, jumping, etc. The songs are up beat and fun. They are mostly rap songs that I do not normally listen to, but something about a really thumping base beat keeps you going hard. (Yes, I said thumping. Don't judge me.)
So, that is my admission of the day. My name is Annie, I love Zumba and I am determined to continue working on my fitness. Maybe someday I will tell you all about how I am no longer addicted to Diet soda and actually prefer veggies and fruit to fries or chips. (Not today, I don't want to overload your brains!) ;-)
Make it a great day! (O:
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