How far along?

28 weeks! 

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a cabbage. He is 16" long and weighs about 2.5 lbs.

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 1 pound this week, bringing my weight to 145.4 lbs. I have gained a total of 17 lbs so far. 

Maternity clothes?

I went to Thyme Maternity and bought some shorts and basic tee's for the summer. I also added some maternity tops and shorts from Old Navy to my wardrobe. It is so nice to have some options in my closet now! :)

Sleep?

Between the heat, and my mind that won't stop (so much to do and plan!!), I have had a hard time falling asleep. Baby boy has also been moving a TON at night! Those big jolts and waves from him are very distracting when I am trying to sleep, but let's be honest, I LOVE feeling him move around in there even if that means less shut-eye.

Best moment this week?

We finally moved Anders' desk/chair/computer out of the nursery, so now the room is all ready to be set up for baby boy! I moved his dresser in there, and all the other things I have purchased for the nursery (which have been scattered around the rest of my house for many weeks-the things we don't show on instagram). I started taking the tags off all his clothes, and hanging them up in the closet...major heart melting moment!! I get so emotional looking at the tiny outfits he will soon be in. I can't believe he is going to be ours, and that we get to hold him so soon!

Symptoms?

Still heartburn, and the nesting has officially begun! My house is going to be the most organized it has ever been! Fingers crossed it stays that way!

Food cravings?

Chocolate, and ice cream.

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Eggs Benedict! Not being able to eat soft egg yolk and hollandaise sauce while pregnant, sucks! :(

What I am looking forward to?

Our trip out to BC in a few weeks for Canada Day! It will be so nice to relax and get away from our routine for a few days. 

Milestones?

We are in the THIRD TRIMESTER!!! Making it to this point feels so good! Pregnancy after loss can really take the joy out of enjoying each week. For the longest time, I would wake up each morning and wonder if we will have another day with this baby. Will we actually be taking this baby home in the end? I was constantly checking for spotting, and then once I was able to feel him move, I was trying not to worry if I didn't feel him move. Even though I have been so hopeful this entire pregnancy, it has still been hard not to worry. My worries have diminished tremendously over the previous weeks, and now that we are in the home stretch of this pregnancy, I am so calm and excited to meet our sweet baby boy! 12 more weeks!

Bump?

Yup, and still no stretch marks. :)

27 weeks

How far along?

27 weeks! 

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a cucumber. He is 15" long and weighs about 2.2 lbs!

Total weight gain/loss?

I lost weight this week. I weigh 144.4 lbs, which brings me down 0.6 lbs from last weeks weigh in. I was a lot more active this last week.

Maternity clothes?

My Pink Blush dresses came in! I also went to a maternity store to find some basics tee's, but only found one in my size. I will be checking again this weekend, as the majority of my tops don't make it over my belly. 

Sleep?

I am LOVING my Snoogle pillow! Aside from getting up once in the night to pee, I am sleeping pretty well!

Best moment this week?

We picked the stroller! They are on back order until end of July, so I had to pre-order, and put a deposit down. I chose the UPPAbaby VISTA stroller with bassinet. I love the bassinet option as it is overnight sleep approved which will be great for travelling, and this stroller can accommodate two children one day! Now, we just need to pick out the car seat. 

Symptoms?

Heartburn

Food cravings?

Chocolate

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Not being able to have more than one cup of coffee a day. There are just some days I need an afternoon pick-me-up. 

What I am looking forward to?

The hubby has his big exam this Saturday, so he has been studying A LOT lately (been feeling like a single lady these days). I will be happy to have him back so he can start planning for baby with me. I have done a lot of the baby shopping on my own or with my mom, which as been so fun, but it will be nice to have him more involved now. He can help me with some of the bigger nursery tasks and purchases! 

Milestones?

This is my last week in the second trimester! Where has the time gone? We are only 13 weeks away from meeting baby boy!

Bump?

Large and in charge!

26 weeks

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!