Things I thought I knew about pregnancy that I really didn't....
Amniotic fluid is cold:
At least I always thought it was. Turns out the baby books state it is warm because it comes from inside you. (go figure) This is one I recently learned when I peed myself and my husband asked how I knew it wasn't my water breaking. I told him first off it was warm. Yeah, he looked at me kinda strange and broke the news to me. :)
I will have crazy cravings:
I saw myself eating pickles and ice cream, Doritos and chocolate but in reality I haven't craved anything weird. I will really want fruit, or ice cream but never some crazy combo. Oh and really I craved pickles for maybe a week. The giant jar I bought is still in our fridge! I also expected to beg my hubby to go out in the middle of the night to satisfy a craving. That also has not happened.
I will be active and continue to work out during my pregnancy:
Well I did for the fist 14 weeks. I played kickball til my second trimester. However once I got a belly I pretty much didn't have the energy I thought I would. Do I feel guilty? Nope! I am still a healthy weight and will get back into my active routine soon.
The only painful part of pregnancy is labor:
This one is so far from true! I don't know how the movies make it seem like women are just happily living their life until the water breaks. I believed I would be working up until my due date but nope. I have a lot of pelvic pressure. I have contractions every so often. I sometimes have the craziest pains based off of Lincoln moving in my ribcage. I didn't expect the last month to be so uncomfortable! Guess I was wrong.
I am only going to gain the minimum healthy weight for the baby:
Great theory but everyone is different. I thought I was going to not gain any weight. In reality I have gained around 40lbs. Now most people tell me I look so tiny and that I don't look like I've gained that much but I tell the truth. The scale cant lie! I did expect to freak out about my weight but honestly I know it's temporary and all worth it for Lincoln.
I am not going to eat sushi, lunch meat, hotdogs, or drink coffee while pregnant:
I did really well on this one. In the beginning I switched to decaf coffee and well sushi, lunch meat, and my favorite Costco polish dogs were off the menu. Around my 2nd trimester I started feeling a little better about my possibility of miscarriage so slowly I would eat sushi. I even added in a couple caffeinated Dutch Bros here and there. I eventually gave in and well I had a Costco polish dog about a week ago. I don't feel bad. I still eat my fruits and veggies a lot more then the no-no foods!
Your belly is the only thing that grows:
WRONG! I had no idea my boobs would get so big! Oh and my butt! I won't lie at first the growing backside just devastated me. As time has passed I have gotten more comfortable with my growing body parts and I am even hoping the booty sticks around at this point. I always has a flatter backside and well I defiantly have some junk in my truck now! However I was happy with my 'c' cup boobies and the 'dd' is just too much! :)
Baby books tell you everything you need to know:
They are very helpful but everyday I seem to have something happen or a new discharge or pain that is perfectly "normal" but NOT at all in the baby book! I start to learn things as I go. Like the baby "dropping" I didn't realize I would feel him drop. I also wasn't aware of the pain I would feel from him dropping.
Everyone at your baby shower will buy you newborn outfits:
I heard this early on in the pregnancy and after finding out I was having a boy I went right out and bought a onesie set in blue because I was so excited! After that I got some newborn onesies from my mom just for fun and well I continued to buy stuff 3months or higher. My showers came and well I think I got maybe 3 or 4 newborn sized outfits. Everyone else got me 3-6 months pretty much! :) I guess I learned on this one that you can't predict what different people will buy for as a shower gift and well every shower is different too.
I probably will have a lot more of these that I can share but this is all I have for now! :)
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Friday, April 27, 2012
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
OMG my water broke...well...not really
Now I know EVERY single one of you is thinking, "Wow, her water broke already?"
It's kind of a funny story. I'll start by saying no, my water did not break and my discovery was most embarrassing so I figured I would share it with you.
A couple days ago I was home from work before I got put on maternity leave. I was sitting on the couch talking my husband's ear off which is something I do pretty regularly. I went to stand up to get more water and I felt a trickle of liquid running down my leg. Since I have been having contractions my first thought was that my water had broken. I awkwardly waddle to the bathroom and began telling my husband that my water broke. My poor husband being such a concerned soon to be daddy was right outside the bathroom door asking if he could do anything. He was ready to call my doctor and just ready to take this on. Once in the bathroom I began to look closer at the situation. The liquid did not smell anything like I read it should smell like, in fact in smelled like urine.
So I got to tell my husband through the bathroom door that I was fine and we didn't need to call the doctor. He was confused because I had told him my water broke and in his mind how would I mistake that for something else. I had to explain when I thought was a little amniotic fluid turned out to be pee. Yes love, I peed my pants a little bit when I stood up.
I guess there are more embarrassing things that could happen and I could have kept this story to myself but I am a firm believer in laughing at yourself whenever you can.
Pregnancy hasn't been nearly as glamorous as I had imagined but I would and will do it all over again someday. John and I have already decided that we will have more children together after Lincoln is born and I hope to keep this blog going as Lincoln grows up and we begin to expand our family together. We don't have an exact number in mind as far as how many children we will have but I do know we plan on at least 1 more. Our plan is to start trying for a 2nd baby once Lincoln is 1 years old.
I hope you all continue to read about our family as Lincoln is born and grows up into a toddler :)
It's kind of a funny story. I'll start by saying no, my water did not break and my discovery was most embarrassing so I figured I would share it with you.
A couple days ago I was home from work before I got put on maternity leave. I was sitting on the couch talking my husband's ear off which is something I do pretty regularly. I went to stand up to get more water and I felt a trickle of liquid running down my leg. Since I have been having contractions my first thought was that my water had broken. I awkwardly waddle to the bathroom and began telling my husband that my water broke. My poor husband being such a concerned soon to be daddy was right outside the bathroom door asking if he could do anything. He was ready to call my doctor and just ready to take this on. Once in the bathroom I began to look closer at the situation. The liquid did not smell anything like I read it should smell like, in fact in smelled like urine.
So I got to tell my husband through the bathroom door that I was fine and we didn't need to call the doctor. He was confused because I had told him my water broke and in his mind how would I mistake that for something else. I had to explain when I thought was a little amniotic fluid turned out to be pee. Yes love, I peed my pants a little bit when I stood up.
I guess there are more embarrassing things that could happen and I could have kept this story to myself but I am a firm believer in laughing at yourself whenever you can.
Pregnancy hasn't been nearly as glamorous as I had imagined but I would and will do it all over again someday. John and I have already decided that we will have more children together after Lincoln is born and I hope to keep this blog going as Lincoln grows up and we begin to expand our family together. We don't have an exact number in mind as far as how many children we will have but I do know we plan on at least 1 more. Our plan is to start trying for a 2nd baby once Lincoln is 1 years old.
I hope you all continue to read about our family as Lincoln is born and grows up into a toddler :)
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Maternity leave has officially begun!
After a couple of really busy weekends with baby showers, Monday came along and I was exhausted. I felt like I hadn't slept in weeks and I was cramping up really bad. I decided to stay home from work and hoped to feel better later that day.
Around 10am I was having really bad contractions and started spotting a little bit. My pelvic pressure was unbearable. My husband wanted me to call the doctor who had us come to the office to check my cervix. We got to Dr. Sargent's office and got checked. He determined I am dilated 1 cm but my cervix is still long. With the pelvic pressure I am having Dr. Sargent recommended I begin my maternity leave instead of waiting for May 9th.
So here I am, day 1 of my maternity leave. Although I am uncomfortable I am glad to be at home and relaxing. So far today I packed my diaper bag and unloaded the dishwasher. Now I am laying down and breathing through contractions.
Dr. Sargent would like me to stay pregnant for 2 weeks at the least so we will see if Lincoln has the same idea. In the meantime, I am open for visitors who would like to come over and help me with Lincoln's room or with little things around the house that I am having trouble doing. :)
Around 10am I was having really bad contractions and started spotting a little bit. My pelvic pressure was unbearable. My husband wanted me to call the doctor who had us come to the office to check my cervix. We got to Dr. Sargent's office and got checked. He determined I am dilated 1 cm but my cervix is still long. With the pelvic pressure I am having Dr. Sargent recommended I begin my maternity leave instead of waiting for May 9th.
So here I am, day 1 of my maternity leave. Although I am uncomfortable I am glad to be at home and relaxing. So far today I packed my diaper bag and unloaded the dishwasher. Now I am laying down and breathing through contractions.
Dr. Sargent would like me to stay pregnant for 2 weeks at the least so we will see if Lincoln has the same idea. In the meantime, I am open for visitors who would like to come over and help me with Lincoln's room or with little things around the house that I am having trouble doing. :)
Friday, April 20, 2012
4 weeks and 4 days to go
I find myself just sitting in Lincoln's room. Imagining what it will be like once he is actually here. I know there is absolutely no way I will ever be 100% prepared for what is to come but I do know I am ready. I am ready to be a mom. Now I have been like a mom before in my life. I am a dog mom. Now before you go and say that isn't even close to the same thing, I know that. But since my dog was pretty much born he has been in my life. I have made sacrifices for my dog, and well I would give a kidney to my dog if he needed it. (Anyone who knows me knows that I just LOVE my dog). I am well aware that a dog is very different from a child. I am a step mom. Which is similar to being a mother. I spend time with her and take care of her, but at the end of the day I didn't give birth to her so our bond won't be the same as her's with her mother. This is actually my time to become a real mother.
Sometimes I find myself just standing in the doorway of Lincoln's room thinking about how long I have wanted to have a family. I can remember thinking about having a family when I was younger. I would imagine things like family photos and camping trips. I think of what my parents used to do with me and my sister. I can remember my mom hated store bought Valentines to give to my class. She would take my sister and I to the craft store to pick out glitter and paper to make our own cards for our classmates. A lot of that is now instilled in me. I make a lot of homemade little cards now in my adult life and I can only think back that my mom made me think that store bought cards are just not good enough! (I do still buy Hallmark cards from time to time, I just don't if I can help it). I think of my family camping trips. Every summer my family and I would get in the big ol Suburban and drive to some campground. My Aunt and Uncle brought the trailer loaded up with bikes and gear and we would spend a whole weekend just roasting marshmallows or my personal favorite, playing in the hammock. These are the good memories I want to make with my own children and husband.
The best part about starting my family is that I am starting it with the most supportive husband any girl could ask for. I love how John already talks about trips to Disneyland and even saving money for Lincoln to go to college! John is already thinking about coaching sports for Lincoln also. I couldn't ask for a better partner.
Funny how this post really turned into me just thinking of the past and how it will mold the future for my baby boy. I really wanted to write about how excited I am that I am really only a month away from meeting my little boy. Just have one more part to get through and that is the labor part. I wont lie to you, I am scared to death of giving birth. At the same time I wish it would happen sooner then later because it will be well worth it to meet our baby.
Sometimes I find myself just standing in the doorway of Lincoln's room thinking about how long I have wanted to have a family. I can remember thinking about having a family when I was younger. I would imagine things like family photos and camping trips. I think of what my parents used to do with me and my sister. I can remember my mom hated store bought Valentines to give to my class. She would take my sister and I to the craft store to pick out glitter and paper to make our own cards for our classmates. A lot of that is now instilled in me. I make a lot of homemade little cards now in my adult life and I can only think back that my mom made me think that store bought cards are just not good enough! (I do still buy Hallmark cards from time to time, I just don't if I can help it). I think of my family camping trips. Every summer my family and I would get in the big ol Suburban and drive to some campground. My Aunt and Uncle brought the trailer loaded up with bikes and gear and we would spend a whole weekend just roasting marshmallows or my personal favorite, playing in the hammock. These are the good memories I want to make with my own children and husband.
The best part about starting my family is that I am starting it with the most supportive husband any girl could ask for. I love how John already talks about trips to Disneyland and even saving money for Lincoln to go to college! John is already thinking about coaching sports for Lincoln also. I couldn't ask for a better partner.
Funny how this post really turned into me just thinking of the past and how it will mold the future for my baby boy. I really wanted to write about how excited I am that I am really only a month away from meeting my little boy. Just have one more part to get through and that is the labor part. I wont lie to you, I am scared to death of giving birth. At the same time I wish it would happen sooner then later because it will be well worth it to meet our baby.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Boudoir maternity photos...(mature audience only)
A couple weekends ago I booked a wonderful photography session with a friend and photographer Lisa Larson of LisaMarie Photography. Check out her facebook!
The boudoir session was held at The Nines, a luxury Portland hotel. I showed up and had my hair done by Bridget Dixon and my make up done by Monica Ninh. Be sure to check out Monica's website
I hadn't felt this beautiful throughout my whole pregnancy. For once I felt amazing and it is great to have that captured for me forever. I will always have this beautiful memory of being pregnant with my first son and that is something I wouldn't trade for the world.
Lisa took a bunch of super classy photos on me and my baby bump and although they are very intimate I really wanted to share a few of them here. I am not ashamed of my body right now and feel that every woman (pregnant or not) should have themselves photographed like this. Pregnancy is a beautiful thing and I can't thank Lisa enough for making this memory for me and also for my husband. John loves these beautiful photos. It shows a side of pregnancy that gets lost in today's society. When you think of pregnancy you automatically thing of big moo-moo dresses and stretchy pants. I am glad to share the sexy and beautiful side of pregnancy.
Please feel free to leave comments about your favorite photos. :)
I am glad to be able to share these:
The boudoir session was held at The Nines, a luxury Portland hotel. I showed up and had my hair done by Bridget Dixon and my make up done by Monica Ninh. Be sure to check out Monica's website
I hadn't felt this beautiful throughout my whole pregnancy. For once I felt amazing and it is great to have that captured for me forever. I will always have this beautiful memory of being pregnant with my first son and that is something I wouldn't trade for the world.
Lisa took a bunch of super classy photos on me and my baby bump and although they are very intimate I really wanted to share a few of them here. I am not ashamed of my body right now and feel that every woman (pregnant or not) should have themselves photographed like this. Pregnancy is a beautiful thing and I can't thank Lisa enough for making this memory for me and also for my husband. John loves these beautiful photos. It shows a side of pregnancy that gets lost in today's society. When you think of pregnancy you automatically thing of big moo-moo dresses and stretchy pants. I am glad to share the sexy and beautiful side of pregnancy.
Please feel free to leave comments about your favorite photos. :)
I am glad to be able to share these:
Friday, April 13, 2012
Technology....
Growing up in a world where technology has slowly started to take over can be scary sometimes. When I was a kid I didn't have the internet, we also didn't have cable, and Facebook didn't exist! Now I know cable was available and dial up internet came around when I was a little older but I spent all of my time outside with friends. I didn't watch TV nearly as much as I do now and honestly I can say I am sure my kids will watch more TV then they need to. With all of this technology it is easy to be afraid. I know it will be easy for my kids to access the internet and as much as I will use parental controls I also know kids get smarter then the controls. (I remember a friend growing up who had a lock on her TV and when I was at her house she used to turn it off so we could watch TV when her parents weren't home) I just have to trust that I am going to be a parent who talks to her kids and explains situations maybe earlier then I am ready to.
So on one hand I am terrified of raising our son in this crazy internet driven world, on the other I am glad. I can talk all night about the scary things I see happening or the situations that could arise or I can look at the positives. For example: My husband is currently out of town for the weekend. Tonight my iPhone rang and when I picked it up I saw it was my husband but I could see myself on the screen. The screen said, "Facetime". I got to talk and see my husband over our iPhones. Now I know this isn't a new thing but it's the first time we have used it. I loved being able to physically see him. This got me to thinking about having our son and if one of us isn't home we have an option to still see him and let him see us. Also I have family who lives a couple of hours away. It's great to know with today's technology we can "Skype" and they can watch Lincoln grow up over a web cam.
Basically I feel like I am lucky to raise a kid in this scary world because there will be so many benefits and so much that I wish we had when I was a kid.
I just have to be a diligent parent and not give up my parenting to the internet and TV.
So on one hand I am terrified of raising our son in this crazy internet driven world, on the other I am glad. I can talk all night about the scary things I see happening or the situations that could arise or I can look at the positives. For example: My husband is currently out of town for the weekend. Tonight my iPhone rang and when I picked it up I saw it was my husband but I could see myself on the screen. The screen said, "Facetime". I got to talk and see my husband over our iPhones. Now I know this isn't a new thing but it's the first time we have used it. I loved being able to physically see him. This got me to thinking about having our son and if one of us isn't home we have an option to still see him and let him see us. Also I have family who lives a couple of hours away. It's great to know with today's technology we can "Skype" and they can watch Lincoln grow up over a web cam.
Basically I feel like I am lucky to raise a kid in this scary world because there will be so many benefits and so much that I wish we had when I was a kid.
I just have to be a diligent parent and not give up my parenting to the internet and TV.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
33 weeks and 3 days. Only 6 weeks and 4 days to go!
Only 6 weeks and 4 days til my due date! That is only 46 days.
John and I have made a lot of progress with getting stuff done however there is still a lot to do. I realize no matter what I will never be 100% ready for Lincoln to be here but at the same time I am just want him here now. I am not scared anymore I know we will make great parents. I am more and more anxious the more I think about finally meeting this little boy who has been growing inside me for about 7 months now! We have this connection when he kicks me. Almost like he is saying good morning or he wants something (like for me to roll over when I am sleeping). Watching John with this has been amazing. I know they say, "A mother becomes a mother when she finds out she is pregnant, a father becomes a father when he holds his baby", but I honestly don't believe that. John has been so supportive and is always talking about Lincoln and how much he loves him. The look on his face when he feels Lincoln kick is just the most amazing look. I can already tell this bond between John and his son will be amazing and unbreakable. I just can't wait to see John hold him for the first time!
So at 33 weeks I am huge and uncomfortable most of the time. I love it and I hate it! I can't sleep a full night anymore. I also am a lot slower moving around. I can't wait to get my body back so I can return to my normal activities. I plan on returning to the kickball field for our summer season which is so exciting and also scary at the same time but I know I can do it! Lincoln will be at our games to cheer us on! :)
Here are some recent pics of my belly :) I am sure I will have another update soon especially after my baby showers!
John and I have made a lot of progress with getting stuff done however there is still a lot to do. I realize no matter what I will never be 100% ready for Lincoln to be here but at the same time I am just want him here now. I am not scared anymore I know we will make great parents. I am more and more anxious the more I think about finally meeting this little boy who has been growing inside me for about 7 months now! We have this connection when he kicks me. Almost like he is saying good morning or he wants something (like for me to roll over when I am sleeping). Watching John with this has been amazing. I know they say, "A mother becomes a mother when she finds out she is pregnant, a father becomes a father when he holds his baby", but I honestly don't believe that. John has been so supportive and is always talking about Lincoln and how much he loves him. The look on his face when he feels Lincoln kick is just the most amazing look. I can already tell this bond between John and his son will be amazing and unbreakable. I just can't wait to see John hold him for the first time!
So at 33 weeks I am huge and uncomfortable most of the time. I love it and I hate it! I can't sleep a full night anymore. I also am a lot slower moving around. I can't wait to get my body back so I can return to my normal activities. I plan on returning to the kickball field for our summer season which is so exciting and also scary at the same time but I know I can do it! Lincoln will be at our games to cheer us on! :)
Here are some recent pics of my belly :) I am sure I will have another update soon especially after my baby showers!
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