Honestly, this year has been quite the ride. January when I sat down to think about all the things I wanted to accomplish this year, a baby was not on the list and that's because at that point I really did not care to expand our family. I was content (and busy as heck) with Everly, she was entering the terrible two's early it seemed, she was spunky and full of energy and I couldn't imagine adding to this chaotic house. I knew a second baby was something Kyle had been wanting for months, and every season I somehow found an excuse to wait a little longer.
There were many reasons why I didn't feel like at the beginning of the year I was ready, we went through a lot when we were trying to get pregnant with Everly. It's hard to remember what life was like before she came into our lives, but it was challenging and making myself vulnerable again to situations that are out of my control was really scary.
In April something changed, I started feeling like something was missing in my life. My job was slowly becoming something that didn't fulfill me the way it used to and seeing Everly interact with kids made me want to give her a sibling of her own to bond with. I figured the process would be long so I decided to get a referral to my OB again so I could have the proper prenatal care I need since I am considered high risk. Kyle and I began no longer preventing and we waited for my August appointment with Dr. Will to start to process.
With Everly from start to finish it took about 2 years to get pregnant and stay pregnant. So I figured why would this time be any different. May came around and my cycle didn't, so I took a test and to my complete dismay, there were 2 pink lines. I was shocked but also knew that it was go time. I couldn't waste any time and wanted to make sure this little bean would stick so I called my OB's office and he prescribed me Progesterone. My body does not make enough, and this is one of the reasons why I have experienced so many losses in the past.
I talked a little bit about the complications I have had so far with this pregnancy in my announcement post if you want to read more. I am currently still off of work and trying to rest as much as you can with a toddler and a working husband. Last week we went and got another ultra sound because of the bleeding I have experienced, and seeing this little baby got me really emotional. It looks so comfy and perfect sitting there, and I can't help but feel guilty for not wanting one sooner. You forget how amazing it is creating life (hard and draining, but beautiful). I can't wait to start feeling movement and continuing to grow. I can't believe I am going through the same chapter I went through two years ago with Everly, but I am so excited and hopeful for what is to come.
How far along? 11 weeks
Total weight gain? No weight gain as of yet thank goodness haha.
Maternity clothes? Not yet, I wore a maternity dress on the weekend for a bridal shower but that's it so far.
Stretch marks? Yeah, but mostly left over from my pregnancy with Everly.
Sleep? So far so good, I always find it's the bigger I get the more uncomfortable sleep is.
Best moment this week? Seeing my family (some I haven't seen in years) up north at our annual cousin weekend.
Miss anything? I'm not a huge drinker, but man it blows being the only sober person at a family reunion lol
Movement? Nothing yet!
Food cravings? Orange juice has been something that HAS to be in the house all the time, I have also found myself wanting green beans.
Anything making you feel sick or queasy? Around 4pm every night during this first trimester is when I feel really queasy and sick. So far in this pregnancy I have only thrown up once, I'm not someone who gets morning sickness which I am VERY thankful for lol.
Showing? It's all bloat, I have felt so incredibly bloated this entire trimester.
Gender? Not sure yet, but like Everly we will be finding out as soon as humanly possible.
Labor signs? None.
Symptoms? Feeling sick around 4pm, crampy, hungry ALL THE TIME which is something I didn't have with Everly during the first trimester.
Belly button in or out? In.
Happy or moody most of the time? Kyle would probably say moody haha.
Looking forward to: Finding out the gender
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