4 Month Belly Post

17 Week Stats:

Cravings- NONE at the time but about a month ago there were two weeks where I couldn't get enough citrus. Your Daddy, on the other hand, has been craving chocolate gelato and pickles like it's going out of style.  Due to a few extra pounds, he forced himself to kick the cravings!

Hair / Nails- My hair and nails both seem thinner than they were before I got pregnant but they seem to grow at about the same pace. 

Headaches- I had a dull ache in my forehead and eyebrows just about every afternoon from 12-14 weeks.

Baking Soda Test-  We did the baking soda test this week and it said you are a girl.

Baby's Heartbeat- We have heard your heartbeat 2 times.  The first time your heartbeat was 174/min and the second time is was 164/min.  The Doctor says you have a strong and healthy heart! 

The Bump- Though I see a noticeable difference in my tummy, my baby bump is not that big yet. You seemed to grow lots this week and all the sudden everyone else can now tell you are in my belly!

Chinese Gender Chart- The chart says you are a boy.

Heartburn- I started getting heartburn at about 16 weeks.  No matter how uncomfortable heartburn is, you are worth every second!

Weight Gain- I weigh the exact amount I did at my last Doctor appointment, so officially still 6 pounds.

Movement- I have been feeling you move since week 15 - just little flutters here and there but Daddy hasn't gotten to feel you yet, hopefully soon!

Daddy and I go to the Doctor in two weeks to get a sonogram and to find out if you are a boy or a girl.  I am not sure if we are more excited to see you for the first time or find out what you are, but either way, we are counting the days! 

We love you more with each passing minute!

12 Weeks

Christmas this year was an especially joyful celebration, all because of you! You even got a few gifts even though you weren't here yet to open them.  You have now been in my tummy for 12 weeks and others are starting to be able to see you!

Pregnancy Stats at 12 Weeks:
Symptoms- My major symptom has been feeling tired and out of energy.  This week I got my energy back and now feel like Superwoman.  The other major symptom I have had is an unusual gag reflex when I brush my teeth, which is still hanging around.

Cravings- Up to this week I have not had any but now you and I cannot seem to get enough citrus! I eat a few oranges and grapefruits each day and ask for extra lemon in my water.
  
Weight Gain- At my 14 week appointment the doctor said I have gained 6 pounds so I have gained back the 5 pounds I lost earlier and added 1 extra pound.

Maternity Cloths- I have not bought any yet but Aunt Lisha did give me the belly band.  This little devise came in handy once when I wore low cut jeans and couldn't button my pants around you.


We rang in the New Year in Palm Springs with Daddy's family for Auntie Jaynie Annies wedding to Uncle Blake.  I have a feeling '2012 is the going to be the best year yet since we get to meet you!