Alright, so I am only 8 weeks in and I already missed a week. Sorry mom. I am back on the wagon. VJ and I had our first ultrasound on Wednesday. We saw and heard our little baby’s heartbeat, and we both fell in love. I took a deep breath for the first time since we first learned I was pregnant. Our baby is in there, its heart is beating, and it is measuring as expected. I couldn’t ask for more than that!
While I was taking a deep breath, VJ was coming to the realization that we are having a baby! I realized that this pregnancy is much easier for me to comprehend, since I am feeling tired and sick. I don’t think that VJ had been able to wrap his mind around the idea until he saw our baby. It was pretty funny to see him come to this realization. He looked so happy, and his jaw hung open the whole way home. He kept looking at the ultrasound pictures, I think he was in awe.
I took the day off because I knew that it would be impossible to do anything but stare at the first pictures of our baby all day. I was right. I called my family to tell them about our appointment. That’s the good thing about having a big family, I got to keep reliving that amazing moment over and over again. I compared notes with my older brother, since he just went through this 2 short years ago. I realized as we were talking that this was the first of many, many times that we will be comparing stories about our children. I am excited to see my nice with our baby, and I just bought her a t-shirt that says ‘I’m the older cousin’. I hope she wears it proudly!
Week 8 of Pregnancy:
While I was taking a deep breath, VJ was coming to the realization that we are having a baby! I realized that this pregnancy is much easier for me to comprehend, since I am feeling tired and sick. I don’t think that VJ had been able to wrap his mind around the idea until he saw our baby. It was pretty funny to see him come to this realization. He looked so happy, and his jaw hung open the whole way home. He kept looking at the ultrasound pictures, I think he was in awe.
I took the day off because I knew that it would be impossible to do anything but stare at the first pictures of our baby all day. I was right. I called my family to tell them about our appointment. That’s the good thing about having a big family, I got to keep reliving that amazing moment over and over again. I compared notes with my older brother, since he just went through this 2 short years ago. I realized as we were talking that this was the first of many, many times that we will be comparing stories about our children. I am excited to see my nice with our baby, and I just bought her a t-shirt that says ‘I’m the older cousin’. I hope she wears it proudly!
Week 8 of Pregnancy:
How far along? 8 Weeks
Weight gain/loss: Not sure, I’ll find out next Wednesday. I have been eating like a champ, so I’m guessing I put on a pound or two.
Maternity clothes? Nope
Stretch marks? Nope
Sleep? I am still constantly tired. I go to bed really early, and that helps a lot.
Best moment this week? Hearing our baby’s heartbeat!
Food cravings: Still not many cravings. I have been trying to eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, and smoothies usually hit the spot.
Gender: Not sure yet, but everyone seems to think it is a boy.
Belly button in or out? In, but VJ thinks it is starting to ‘untie’ and starting to become an outie – how is this possible?!
Movement? Nope
What I miss? Wine!!! Yes, I know this my thing every week, I still really miss it!!
What I'm looking forward to: Relaxing on the couch all day today and not feeling guilty about it!
Milestones: Our baby’s is the size of a raspberry, and is starting to look more and more like a baby!
I am so happy for you and VJ! I couldn't stop staring at my newest grandchild's ultrasound picture. I agree with you, I also can't wait to see Cassidy with her cousin!
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