How far along?

26 weeks! 

How big is the peanut? 

The size of an eggplant. He is about 14" long and weighs 2 lbs!

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 3 lbs!! I don't know why or how I gained so much this week, but oh well! My current weight is now 145 lbs.

Maternity clothes?

I just ordered a couple maternity dresses from Pink Blush. I am so excited to get these in! I am also going shopping on Sunday to get some maternity tops, and hopefully some shorts for the hot days ahead. 

Sleep?

Not bad.

Best moment this week?

My mom and I went to some baby stores and picked up a few things. I bought the dresser for his nursery (which I will use as his changing table as well). I am so excited to have his room all come together!

Symptoms?

Heartburn, no matter what I eat, and headaches! I have had some really bad headaches this week.

Food cravings?

Chocolate

Food aversions?

Nothing.

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Bending over and moving around with out being out of breath. I am really feeling this baby, and the lack of space in there.

What I am looking forward to?

Finishing up some of the bigger projects in his nursery so I can start organizing and decorating in there.

Milestones?

We are in the home stretch of my second trimester! I can't believe how fast the time is going! Baby can now open his eyes in there, and also respond to noises! Growing a tiny human is such a miracle!

Bump?

 Yup, and I now have the Linea Nigra (dark line that runs vertically across the belly). it is faint, but there. 

25 weeks

How far along?

25 weeks! 

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a Cauliflower. He is 34.5 cm and 660 grams. Baby can weigh anywhere from 1.5-2.5 lbs!!

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 0.8 lbs this week, which brings me to 142.0 lbs.

Maternity clothes?

Maternity leggings/jeans, and I have my first maternity top, thanks to my Mom :) 

Sleep?

I am waking up on my back a lot these days! It doesn't help that my dog (who keep in mind is only 4.5 lbs-thank goodness!) has made ME his bed the last couple nights. He was laying on my pelvis the other night curled up in a ball below my big belly, and then he worked his way up to my shoulder/chest, which got uncomfortable quite fast. I thought I was doing good wedging myself between two pillows, but I guess not. I will be picking up a pregnancy pillow asap, to help keep me on my side, and the pooch to himself.

Best moment this week?

My parents were on a transatlantic cruise to Europe the last 3 weeks, and it's nice having them home now. My mom, being a first time grandma, had some fun picking out some ADORABLE clothes for baby boy. He is so spoiled, and is going to look so cute in his new outfits.

Symptoms?

I have been pretty stuffed up lately! I am not sure if I have come down with something or if it is just pregnancy hormones. 

Food cravings?

No cravings this week

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Nothing really

What I am looking forward to?

Summer! I know it's going to be hot, but I am really looking forward to the long sunny days!

Milestones?

Making it to 25 weeks! I can't believe we only have 15 weeks left!

Bump?

Large, and starting to get in the way when I move around!

24 weeks

How far along?

24 weeks!

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a Cantaloupe. 30 cm and 590 grams.

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 1.6 lbs this week, which brings me to 141.2 lbs.

Maternity clothes?

Maternity leggings/jeans.

Sleep?

Nothing much has changed. Still sleeping well. :)

Best moment this week?

I have started my first nursery project! I am excited to write a blog post on some of the DIY's I am doing for the nursery :)

Symptoms?

Itchy belly!!! I have been lathering with coconut oil, and a shea butter/cocoa butter blend morning/night, and my belly is still itchy, and tight. 

Food cravings?

Breakfast foods. I have been craving eggs, and bacon!

Food aversions?

I have started to eat chicken again. I just can't cook it, or look at it raw. 

Gender?

Boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?
Not feeling out of breath all the time. There are a lot of body changes that come with making a tiny human.

What I am looking forward to?

My next OB appointment. I LOVE getting to hear my little boy's heartbeat every 4 weeks.

Milestones?

Making it to 24 weeks.

Bump?

Growing everyday!

23 weeks

How far along?

23 weeks!

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a Papaya. 28.9 cm and 500 grams. My baby officially weighs more than a pound!

Total weight gain/loss?

No weight gain this week. Still 139.6 lbs.

Maternity clothes?

Still maternity leggings/jeans. 

Sleep?

Still sleeping well. We have been house sitting for my parents and sleeping in a king bed, which has helped a lot! Being able to spread out, and be surrounded by pillows has been very cozy!

Best moment this week?

We bought our crib! Our first big baby purchase!

Symptoms?

I have been feeling quite tired again. I am hoping it was just from a long week, and that I will gain some more energy before I hit the third trimester.

Food cravings?

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip cookies! I made a big batch the other night-SO GOOD!

Food aversions?

Still chicken. 

Gender?

Boy, and he has a name! :)

Labour signs?

None.

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Not being able to wear some of the cute trends for spring and summer this year! Working in the fashion industry and seeing all the cute styles that just wont work with this growing belly, has me itching to get more creative with my maternity wardrobe.

What I am looking forward to?

Now that we have his crib, I am excited to start buying everything else! I really want to have his nursery mostly set up in the next two months, so I can enjoy my last trimester doing the small things.

Milestones?

I came to the realization yesterday, that I only have three more full months of work. It's crazy to think about, and start planning this new chapter in my life. I have worked for the same company for 6 years, so getting out of that routine will be an adjustment, but I am so excited to be a momma! As much as I love my job and the people I work with, this is something I have ALWAYS wanted, and I can't wait for mommy life!

Bump?

I am looking and feeling very pregnant these days! No stretch marks, so hopefully they stay away! :)

22 weeks

How far along?

22 weeks!

How big is the peanut? 

The size of an Coconut. 27.8 cm and 430 grams.

Total weight gain/loss?

I weigh 139.6 lbs so I gained just over two pounds this week.

Maternity clothes?

Still maternity leggings/jeans.

Sleep?

I have been sleeping really well!

Best moment this week?

Being able to see baby's movements! His kicks are so strong! :)

Symptoms?

Nothing much. My back is much better!

Food cravings?

Still Ice cream, but peanut butter is my go to flavour right now :)

Food aversions?

Still chicken.

Gender?

Boy!!

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Not much. 

What I am looking forward to?

Buying things for him!

Milestones?

Making it to 22 weeks!

Bump?

I feel like my belly has really popped now!