Since I will be out of town tomorrow, I thought I would go ahead and post what size Monkey Princess will be tomorrow.
How your baby's growing:
At 11 inches (the length of a spaghetti squash) and almost 1 pound, your baby is starting to look like a miniature newborn. His lips, eyelids, and eyebrows are becoming more distinct, and he's even developing tiny tooth buds beneath his gums. His eyes have formed, but his irises (the colored part of the eye) still lack pigment. If you could see inside your womb, you'd be able to spot the fine hair (lanugo) that covers his body and the deep wrinkles on his skin, which he'll sport until he adds a padding of fat to fill them in. Inside his belly, his pancreas — essential for the production of some important hormones — is developing steadily.
How your life's changing:
At this point, you may find your belly becoming a hand magnet. It's perfectly okay to tell folks who touch your tummy that you'd rather they didn't. And if people are telling you that you look smaller or bigger than you should at this point, remember that each woman grows — and shows — at her own rate. What's important is that you see your practitioner for regular visits so she can make sure your baby's growth is on track.
You may start to notice stretch marks on your abdomen as it expands to accommodate your growing baby. At least half of all pregnant women will develop stretch marks by the time they give birth. These small streaks of differently textured skin can range from pink to dark brown (depending on your skin color). Although they most commonly appear on your tummy, stretch marks may also show up on your buttocks, thighs, hips, and breasts. There's no proof that lotion helps prevent stretch marks, but keeping your skin moisturized may help with any itching.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
21 weeks
ok...... "I" couldn't believe this when I saw it. Yes, it's me. I am actually that big now. I know.....I am not big compared to how I will look in a few months, but this is crazy.
Happy Friday everyone. Have a good weekend.
Happy Friday everyone. Have a good weekend.
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Just a few thoughts…..
I have no idea where this need to blog came from. I just thought I would write down a few thoughts.
The first one…… I know, I know. All the mothers and mothers to be will tell me that forgetting a word, forgetting where I put my phone, how absent minded I can get is normal when you are pregnant. And……they say it doesn’t get better. How can it not get better? I seriously say some of the weirdest things or forget where I just came from. I hope I get back what little memory I had when Monkey Princess gets here. I wish I had a few examples, but guess what?? That’s right……I can’t remember.
The next thing I wanted to remind you all of is the wedding that I am in next Friday, the 29th. I told Stephanie (we were roommates here and then she moved back home to WI) that I would love to be a bridesmaid. This was before I was PG. However, I love weddings and want to be there if Steph will have me. She told me that she wants me there, so I agreed. Little did I know the dress was not maternity friendly! But…. The ladies at David’s Bridal worked a miracle for me. They took the seam, which went straight across my belly, and moved it up. It looks like a maternity dress now. I did this with Steph’s permission of course. So I feel so much better now with the dress made for a mommy to be, instead of someone who had gained just a little weight before the wedding… little is an understatement! (PS… July 29th had only marked 9 lbs in 12 weeks…not so bad right?).
So there is my blog entry. The other one you read about Monkey Princess being the size of a carrot was a copy and paste situation. I did not come up with that. However, it was all about me…. Veins, bruises and all!!!!
The first one…… I know, I know. All the mothers and mothers to be will tell me that forgetting a word, forgetting where I put my phone, how absent minded I can get is normal when you are pregnant. And……they say it doesn’t get better. How can it not get better? I seriously say some of the weirdest things or forget where I just came from. I hope I get back what little memory I had when Monkey Princess gets here. I wish I had a few examples, but guess what?? That’s right……I can’t remember.
The next thing I wanted to remind you all of is the wedding that I am in next Friday, the 29th. I told Stephanie (we were roommates here and then she moved back home to WI) that I would love to be a bridesmaid. This was before I was PG. However, I love weddings and want to be there if Steph will have me. She told me that she wants me there, so I agreed. Little did I know the dress was not maternity friendly! But…. The ladies at David’s Bridal worked a miracle for me. They took the seam, which went straight across my belly, and moved it up. It looks like a maternity dress now. I did this with Steph’s permission of course. So I feel so much better now with the dress made for a mommy to be, instead of someone who had gained just a little weight before the wedding… little is an understatement! (PS… July 29th had only marked 9 lbs in 12 weeks…not so bad right?).
So there is my blog entry. The other one you read about Monkey Princess being the size of a carrot was a copy and paste situation. I did not come up with that. However, it was all about me…. Veins, bruises and all!!!!
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
21 weeks today
I am the poster child for this weeks "How your life's changing."
How your baby's growing:
Your baby now weighs about three-quarters of a pound and is approximately 10 1/2 inches long — the length of a carrot. You may soon feel like she's practicing martial arts as her initial fluttering movements turn into full-fledged kicks and nudges. You may also discover a pattern to her activity as you get to know her better. In other developments, your baby's eyebrows and lids are present now, and if you're having a girl, her girl parts (they used a different word) has begun to form as well.
How your life's changing:
You're probably feeling pretty comfortable these days. You're not too big yet, and the usual discomforts associated with early pregnancy are, for the most part, gone. If you're feeling good, relax and enjoy it while you can — the third trimester may bring with it a new crop of complaints.
That's not to say you won't have some minor glitches to deal with now. For example, increased oil production may contribute to the development (or worsening) of acne. If that's the case, be diligent about washing well with a gentle soap or cleanser twice a day, and make sure that any moisturizer or make-up you use is oil-free. Don't take any oral acne medications — some are very hazardous during pregnancy — or use any topical acne products without first checking with your practitioner.
You're also more prone to varicose veins now. As your pregnancy progresses, there's increasing pressure on the veins in your legs; higher progesterone levels, which may cause the walls of your veins to relax, can make the problem worse. You're more likely to get varicose veins if other family members have them. Also, they tend to get worse with each successive pregnancy and as you age. To help prevent or minimize varicose veins, exercise daily, prop up your feet and legs whenever possible, sleep on your left side, and wear maternity support hose.
You may also notice so-called spider veins (a group of tiny blood vessels near the surface of your skin), particularly on your ankles, legs, or face. They may have a spider- or sunburst-like pattern with little branches radiating out from the center, they may look like the branches of a tree, or they may be a group of separate thin lines with no particular pattern. Though they may be a bit unsightly, spider veins don't cause discomfort and usually disappear after delivery.
How your baby's growing:
Your baby now weighs about three-quarters of a pound and is approximately 10 1/2 inches long — the length of a carrot. You may soon feel like she's practicing martial arts as her initial fluttering movements turn into full-fledged kicks and nudges. You may also discover a pattern to her activity as you get to know her better. In other developments, your baby's eyebrows and lids are present now, and if you're having a girl, her girl parts (they used a different word) has begun to form as well.
How your life's changing:
You're probably feeling pretty comfortable these days. You're not too big yet, and the usual discomforts associated with early pregnancy are, for the most part, gone. If you're feeling good, relax and enjoy it while you can — the third trimester may bring with it a new crop of complaints.
That's not to say you won't have some minor glitches to deal with now. For example, increased oil production may contribute to the development (or worsening) of acne. If that's the case, be diligent about washing well with a gentle soap or cleanser twice a day, and make sure that any moisturizer or make-up you use is oil-free. Don't take any oral acne medications — some are very hazardous during pregnancy — or use any topical acne products without first checking with your practitioner.
You're also more prone to varicose veins now. As your pregnancy progresses, there's increasing pressure on the veins in your legs; higher progesterone levels, which may cause the walls of your veins to relax, can make the problem worse. You're more likely to get varicose veins if other family members have them. Also, they tend to get worse with each successive pregnancy and as you age. To help prevent or minimize varicose veins, exercise daily, prop up your feet and legs whenever possible, sleep on your left side, and wear maternity support hose.
You may also notice so-called spider veins (a group of tiny blood vessels near the surface of your skin), particularly on your ankles, legs, or face. They may have a spider- or sunburst-like pattern with little branches radiating out from the center, they may look like the branches of a tree, or they may be a group of separate thin lines with no particular pattern. Though they may be a bit unsightly, spider veins don't cause discomfort and usually disappear after delivery.
Monday, August 18, 2008
GREAT weekend
What a weekend. I had a great one. Friday I went with Hayley to see her baby, Honey Girl. What a sweetie. Honey Girl will be able to go home with Hay the week of the 25th. She is so excited…. Hayley is too :)!
Here are a few pictures from our visit with Honey Girl. (Take note, she is already a dog model. Look at the picture of her in my hand with her profile taken)
Then Saturday morning I went to my moms so that she, Heather, Bronwyn, Hayley and I could go look for bedding and cribs. Well, it didn’t start off so well. I had a breakdown on the way to my moms. I just got it in my head that I wasn’t going to get Monkey Princess’ room done in time. I know… I have time. But you can’t really say that to a pregnant mommy while she is crying and think that she will dry her tears and say OK! It’s hard and I DO know that everything will be fine. It was just one of those moments.
Then Saturday night Phil and I went to dinner with Stacey, Alan and Ollie for Alan’s bday. We went to the Macaroni Grill and Ollie was too cool for school. He was wearing my sun glasses and posed for every picture.
On Sunday Phil and I went back to Babies R Us so that I could show him the crib and bedding that we had found. When we walked out, we had a different crib and different bedding picked out… of course. We did only walk out with a box of diapers and two outfits that Phil picked out for his little girl. It was a successful trip.
It was a great weekend all around. Thanks to everyone for a great weekend.
Here are a few pictures from our visit with Honey Girl. (Take note, she is already a dog model. Look at the picture of her in my hand with her profile taken)
Then Saturday morning I went to my moms so that she, Heather, Bronwyn, Hayley and I could go look for bedding and cribs. Well, it didn’t start off so well. I had a breakdown on the way to my moms. I just got it in my head that I wasn’t going to get Monkey Princess’ room done in time. I know… I have time. But you can’t really say that to a pregnant mommy while she is crying and think that she will dry her tears and say OK! It’s hard and I DO know that everything will be fine. It was just one of those moments.
Then Saturday night Phil and I went to dinner with Stacey, Alan and Ollie for Alan’s bday. We went to the Macaroni Grill and Ollie was too cool for school. He was wearing my sun glasses and posed for every picture.
On Sunday Phil and I went back to Babies R Us so that I could show him the crib and bedding that we had found. When we walked out, we had a different crib and different bedding picked out… of course. We did only walk out with a box of diapers and two outfits that Phil picked out for his little girl. It was a successful trip.
It was a great weekend all around. Thanks to everyone for a great weekend.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
20 weeks and feeling great
Here are my 20 weeks photos. I am growing by the minute, but feeling really good. My sister, Hayley and I, go to kick boxing, a new barbell strength class and had been doing hip hop. I love the classes and have been told it will only help me in the long run. I am able to do them and will until I can't anymore. I have a lot of support and the instructors are always watching.
My kick boxing instructor is certified in prenatal exercise. So I feel very comfortable in her class.
I am ready for anything!!!!
(HA....PS this is Jennice's helmet to her scooter. She let me try it on) Jennice also goes to the classes with me and Hayley. She is a sweet girl.
We are a banana this week.... fitting don't you think?
I should have been posting these all along. I had been sending them to Phillip every week b/c he likes to know what food/fruit our little girl is measuring up to that certain week.
Read on to see that she is the size of a banana. (Of course this is a general statement, but it's fun to read).
PS..they switch every week with he and she b/c it's a generic statement. We all know that she is a little girl!! Read on...........
How your baby's growing:
Your baby weighs about 10 1/2 ounces now. He's also around 6 1/2 inches long from head to bottom and about 10 inches from head to heel — the length of a banana. (For the first 20 weeks, when a baby's legs are curled up against his torso and hard to measure, measurements are taken from the top of his head to his bottom — the "crown to rump" measurement. After 20 weeks, he's measured from head to toe.)
He's swallowing more these days, which is good practice for his digestive system. He's also producing meconium, a black, sticky by-product of digestion. This gooey substance will accumulate in his bowels, and you'll see it in his first soiled diaper (some babies pass meconium in the womb or during delivery).
Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.
How your life's changing:
Congratulations! You've hit the halfway mark in your pregnancy. The top of your uterus is about level with your belly button, and you've likely gained around 10 pounds. Expect to gain another pound or so each week from now on. (If you started your pregnancy underweight, you may need to gain a bit more; if you were overweight, perhaps a bit less.) Make sure you're getting enough iron, a mineral that's used primarily to make hemoglobin (the part of your red blood cells that carries oxygen). During pregnancy, your body needs more iron to keep up with your expanding blood volume, as well as for your growing baby and the placenta. Red meat is one of the best sources of iron for pregnant women. Poultry (especially the dark meat) and shellfish also contain iron. Some common non-meat sources of iron include legumes, soy-based products, spinach, prune juice, raisins, and iron-fortified cereals.
If you haven't already signed up for a childbirth education class, you may want to look into one, especially if you're a first-timer. A structured class will help prepare you and your partner for the rigors of labor and delivery. Most hospitals and birth centers offer classes, either as weekly meetings or as a single intensive, one-day session. Many communities have independent instructors as well. Ask your friends, family members, or caregiver for recommendations.
Read on to see that she is the size of a banana. (Of course this is a general statement, but it's fun to read).
PS..they switch every week with he and she b/c it's a generic statement. We all know that she is a little girl!! Read on...........
How your baby's growing:
Your baby weighs about 10 1/2 ounces now. He's also around 6 1/2 inches long from head to bottom and about 10 inches from head to heel — the length of a banana. (For the first 20 weeks, when a baby's legs are curled up against his torso and hard to measure, measurements are taken from the top of his head to his bottom — the "crown to rump" measurement. After 20 weeks, he's measured from head to toe.)
He's swallowing more these days, which is good practice for his digestive system. He's also producing meconium, a black, sticky by-product of digestion. This gooey substance will accumulate in his bowels, and you'll see it in his first soiled diaper (some babies pass meconium in the womb or during delivery).
Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.
How your life's changing:
Congratulations! You've hit the halfway mark in your pregnancy. The top of your uterus is about level with your belly button, and you've likely gained around 10 pounds. Expect to gain another pound or so each week from now on. (If you started your pregnancy underweight, you may need to gain a bit more; if you were overweight, perhaps a bit less.) Make sure you're getting enough iron, a mineral that's used primarily to make hemoglobin (the part of your red blood cells that carries oxygen). During pregnancy, your body needs more iron to keep up with your expanding blood volume, as well as for your growing baby and the placenta. Red meat is one of the best sources of iron for pregnant women. Poultry (especially the dark meat) and shellfish also contain iron. Some common non-meat sources of iron include legumes, soy-based products, spinach, prune juice, raisins, and iron-fortified cereals.
If you haven't already signed up for a childbirth education class, you may want to look into one, especially if you're a first-timer. A structured class will help prepare you and your partner for the rigors of labor and delivery. Most hospitals and birth centers offer classes, either as weekly meetings or as a single intensive, one-day session. Many communities have independent instructors as well. Ask your friends, family members, or caregiver for recommendations.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
I am not an excting blgger....we know this! However...
I wish I was that witty writer or the funny blogger, but hey.... I add lots of pictures!!
However, my sister is pretty funny. She wrote out a blog and used the same picture I did, however she is added some cute little tid bits. Yes, I am laughing now, but we all know that she will be the one laughing in November. This will be when we are eating our Turkey dinner and all I want to do is the simple task of getting up to get more turkey, yet won't be able to get up.
http://starsite.com/medlock/
Check out her (and Josh's) blog.
Heather, you are the cutest mommy to be!!!
However, my sister is pretty funny. She wrote out a blog and used the same picture I did, however she is added some cute little tid bits. Yes, I am laughing now, but we all know that she will be the one laughing in November. This will be when we are eating our Turkey dinner and all I want to do is the simple task of getting up to get more turkey, yet won't be able to get up.
http://starsite.com/medlock/
Check out her (and Josh's) blog.
Heather, you are the cutest mommy to be!!!
Monday, August 11, 2008
What a weekend.....
I had a fun weekend. It was busy, yet calm if that makes sense.
Friday night I went to my sister, Heather's, house and watched the opening ceremonies of the Olympics with her, Hayley and Bronwyn. What a show!! We had pizza and homemade candy that Heather made. VERY good. Then we listened to Bronwyn ask every five minutes "What are they doing," "Is she a princess," "What is that?" It was funny, yet wow...that girl can talk!! We love it! Heather and I did the belly to belly picture too.
Then Saturday, Phillip and I got to rest pretty much all day. It was so nice to lay around and watch the Olympics. Then we went to the Mesquite Rodeo with Phillip, my mom, Richard (Pop), Hayley, and my step nephews, DJ and Hunter. That was a lot of fun. (Pictures following)
Then Sunday was our Annual Football Draft on my dad's side. It used to be the Finigan/Struwe draft, but we have married or invited others to play along, which is great. It's now and has been the Looney Tunes League with 10 teams, with the orignal teams of my dad Steve, my step mom Barbara, Heather and Josh, Scott, Erin, my uncle Neil, cousin Grant (and Nelson before he moved to college), including Jake Mosser, Kathy Moore, and newbies Simon and Valerie Martin. Hayley, Aunt Linda, and Eric were all there to handle the kids (Bronwyn, Dylan, Haley, and Ryan Martin) while we chose our teams.
My team name is Monkey Chompers. WE (well me and Monkey Princess) are so going to win this year. There are pictures included from that day as well.
And Monkey Princess got two gifts. She got booties and a lamb from Aunt Linda and two outfits that were pink with Monkeys on them from Debbie, Erin's mom.
Thank you very much to the both of you.
Friday night I went to my sister, Heather's, house and watched the opening ceremonies of the Olympics with her, Hayley and Bronwyn. What a show!! We had pizza and homemade candy that Heather made. VERY good. Then we listened to Bronwyn ask every five minutes "What are they doing," "Is she a princess," "What is that?" It was funny, yet wow...that girl can talk!! We love it! Heather and I did the belly to belly picture too.
Then Saturday, Phillip and I got to rest pretty much all day. It was so nice to lay around and watch the Olympics. Then we went to the Mesquite Rodeo with Phillip, my mom, Richard (Pop), Hayley, and my step nephews, DJ and Hunter. That was a lot of fun. (Pictures following)
Then Sunday was our Annual Football Draft on my dad's side. It used to be the Finigan/Struwe draft, but we have married or invited others to play along, which is great. It's now and has been the Looney Tunes League with 10 teams, with the orignal teams of my dad Steve, my step mom Barbara, Heather and Josh, Scott, Erin, my uncle Neil, cousin Grant (and Nelson before he moved to college), including Jake Mosser, Kathy Moore, and newbies Simon and Valerie Martin. Hayley, Aunt Linda, and Eric were all there to handle the kids (Bronwyn, Dylan, Haley, and Ryan Martin) while we chose our teams.
My team name is Monkey Chompers. WE (well me and Monkey Princess) are so going to win this year. There are pictures included from that day as well.
And Monkey Princess got two gifts. She got booties and a lamb from Aunt Linda and two outfits that were pink with Monkeys on them from Debbie, Erin's mom.
Thank you very much to the both of you.
Friday, August 8, 2008
More to come.........
This has been a busy week. Phil has been working mid day/nights this week, so I decided to make a bunch of plans.
*News flash* I get tired. I loved everything I did this week, however this morning was tough. I am glad it's Friday and hat day!!
I just wanted to apologize for not putting more pictures up this week, but there will be more to come. We are still waiting for Monkey Princess to make a move so I can feel her, but it's not time. I have seen her move and shake, but maybe she is to little for me to feel her.
Have a great weekend everyone!!!
GO USA! The Olympics are starting in less than 12 hours.
*News flash* I get tired. I loved everything I did this week, however this morning was tough. I am glad it's Friday and hat day!!
I just wanted to apologize for not putting more pictures up this week, but there will be more to come. We are still waiting for Monkey Princess to make a move so I can feel her, but it's not time. I have seen her move and shake, but maybe she is to little for me to feel her.
Have a great weekend everyone!!!
GO USA! The Olympics are starting in less than 12 hours.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Heather's Sprinkle
Here are a few pictures of Heather's Sprinkle, more like a down pour. We were so interested in watching Heather and ended up not getting too many pictures. I will have to get some from one of the hostesses.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Announcement
Tiny fingers, tiny toes,
Little itty bitty clothes.
Dresses, ribbons & hair to curl,
Phillip and I are tickled pink we are having a girl!
It's official! We found out today when we went to a sonogram that our Dr wanted me to go to. The little Princess is good and all parts are there and working properly!
Little itty bitty clothes.
Dresses, ribbons & hair to curl,
Phillip and I are tickled pink we are having a girl!
It's official! We found out today when we went to a sonogram that our Dr wanted me to go to. The little Princess is good and all parts are there and working properly!
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