24 Weeks

I've gotten behind on the pregnancy updates, so I'm just skipping week 23 so I can get back on track...

How Far Along: 24 Weeks

Size of baby: the size of an ear of corn (almost 12 inches long) and just over one pound

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I keep meaning to get my weight from my first appointment but always forget... maybe I'll get it in 2 weeks when I go back.

Maternity Clothes: My too-big khaki pants have almost reached their limit, so it's going to be all maternity (or stretchy pants) pretty soon. :)

Gender: Boy, still no definite name yet.

Movement: Lots of movement, kicking, turning, hiccups, everyday.

Sleep: I had one night this week that I didn't sleep good... not sure what was up with that, but otherwise, I'm still sleeping fine.

What I miss: I can't really lay flat on my belly now, but that's not really a big deal.

Cravings: I am loving cereal and orange juice right now.

Symptoms: Nothing really. So grateful that I was not sick at all with this pregnancy.

Best Moment this week: I know I probably sound like a broken record here, but the past couple days Bailey has been so cuddly and lovey with me and I have been absolutely loving it. I know that when the baby comes, it's going to be hard to find time to just cuddle with her, so I am really enjoying it while I can.

Meal Plan Monday

Monday
Ravioli
Fried Polenta

Tuesday
Chicken Capri Pasta

Wednesday
Sour Cream Pancakes

Thursday
Spaghetti & Meatballs

Friday
Game Night @ Amy & Andrew's

Saturday
Chicken Spaghetti (didn't have this last week)

Meal Plan Monday.... a little late

Monday
Smoked Sausage, Potatoes, Peppers, & Onions (didn't have this last week)

Tuesday
Pizza Pasta

Wednesday
Eggs
Little Smokies

Thursday
Will probably be picking up dinner somewhere since I am babysitting and not sure what time I'll be done and Anthony is playing ball at 7:00.

Friday
Loaded Potato Soup

Saturday
Chicken Spaghetti

22 Weeks

In the picture: on the left is Bailey at 22 weeks, on the right is Baby #2 at 22 weeks

How Far Along: 22 Weeks

Size of baby: the size of a spaghetti squash (11 inches long) and almost one pound

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I keep meaning to get my weight from my first appointment but always forget... maybe I'll get it in 3 weeks when I go back.

Maternity Clothes: Wearing either my too-big khaki pants, some maternity pants, or stretchy pants. All shirts are okay still. I'm really glad the majority of pregnancy is going to be when it's warm so I can just be comfortable in pants with stretch waistbands!

Gender: Definitely a boy, confirmed at my ultrasound on Friday.

Movement: Lots of movement, kicking, turning, hiccups, everyday. I can sometimes feel him with my hand on my belly, so maybe this week Anthony will be able to feel, if he can find the patience to wait for it! :)

Sleep: Have I said how much I love sleep? I'm still sleeping really well and like I have said many times before, am enjoying sleeping through the night while I can.

What I miss: We put up Bailey's "big girl bed" this week, so she doesn't feel like the baby is stealing her crib when he comes. She's doing really well in it, but it just makes reality set in that much more, that she is really growing up and is not a baby anymore. :(

Cravings: Nothing lately.

Symptoms: Feeling great, was told I was "glowing" yesterday. :)

Best Moment this week: Seeing the baby on the ultrasound. A couple times we could see him yawning or something like that.... it was just so precious!

Meal Plan Monday

Monday
Fish Sticks
Mac & Cheese

Tuesday
Spicy Roasted Chicken Legs
Salad

Wednesday
Fried Polenta - never tried this before, and not really sure what I am supposed to do/how you are supposed to eat polenta-- any suggestions?

Thursday
Girls Night Out!

Friday
Donna's Beef Stew (from Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook)

Saturday
Smoked Sausage, Potatoes, Peppers, & Onions

21 Weeks

How Far Along: 21 Weeks

Size of baby: the size of a carrot (10 1/2 inches long) and three-quarters of a pound

Total Weight Gain/Loss: Ugh... up several pounds, but probably not much of that is baby, more of me eating like a horse! :)

Maternity Clothes: I remembered this week that I have a pair of khaki pants that were too big for me, but of course, now they work really well with this baby belly! Glad I remembered that since I'm still at that akward stage where my regular pants are too tight, but I'm really not big enough for maternity pants yet.

Gender: It's a BOY!!! Anthony and I haven't really talked about names anymore yet, but I definitely have it narrowed down to 2 in my mind, and probably 1, because I love the meaning of one of them.

Movement: Feeling lots of kicking and moving every day. Can't wait till "outsiders" can feel it too. :)

Sleep: Still sleeping pretty well. Still able to sleep on my stomach. Usually waking up once to pee during the night.

What I miss: Nothing, but I know I will miss sleeping on my belly eventually, so I am doing as much of that as possible!

Cravings: Nothing lately.

Symptoms: None

Best Moment this week: Just loving feeling him kick and move so much now.

Meal Plan Monday

Monday
Toad in the Hole
Lit'l Smokies

Tuesday
Tater Tot Casserole

Wednesday
Will either be grabbing something on the go or eating at Mom's, have to be at church at 5:30

Thursday
BLT sandwiches

Friday
Hot Dogs

Saturday
Taste of the Nations at church