23wks!

I made Eric go outside with me and take some maternity pictures. Our wedding photographer offered to do some for us for free...but we aren't doing those until Thanksgiving time.

I wanted to make sure that I have lots of pictures to commemorate...and since I'm a photographer that comes easier to me! =]

Hope you enjoy! xo.

I swallowed a jumping bean...

...or at least that's what it seems.

Last night, Eric & I layed on the couch and watched my stomach jump everytime Madie kicked. It was so great to watch his face light up everytime she moved.

When I woke up this morning I layed in bed and watched her again. Her "little" pops are getting stronger and have stopped taking me by surprise. I guess I'm getting used to her being there.

I'm gonna be so sad when this pregnancy is over...of course I'll have a sweet little angel to make it all better...but I'm going to miss feeling her move inside me.

Good thing I can still enjoy it for another 17 weeks! =]

xo.

Moonglow & Fireworks

We went to Moonglow in Lake George last night and then stayed for the fireworks afterwards! Madie slept right thru them, I was so happy! =]

Just thought I would post a few pictures!

xo.

20 wk ultrasound...

Well, I took forever to load these...and figured while I had a few minutes today, I would do so...First picture: That's the umbilical cord between her legs! Turst me, I asked! haha.

And the third pic is one of the 3-D ones that they did...Madie was moving so much that they didn't really come out that great but they'll do the 3D & 4D ones at 32 wks!

Enjoy!

xo.

Old Navy Purchases!

Soo, Old Navy was having a really great sale this past week...and I caved and bought these two little items online for Madie.

The dress was $4 and I bought it in 6-9 months. That way she can wear it next summer and in the fall with leggings and a long sleeved shirt underneath!

The fleece onesie was $10 and I obviously got it in 0-3 months. I can't wait to bring her home from the hospital in this! =]

22 week checkup.

Had a doctor's appointment today: Madie's heartbeat is in the 140's.
The Dr. said that everything looked great from our ultrasound 2 weeks ago, Madie has now grown past my belly button. =] Speaking of which, my belly button is pretty much non-existent these days.

All my blood tests came back negative...which is a positive. haha. confuuuusing. I'm joking. Negatives mean there is nothing wrong! Yay, for our healthy little girl!

I've gained 13 lbs. Which the Dr. says is really good...so I'm taking her word for it!

xo.

Weeks 21-24 (Month 5)

Watch what you say -- baby is now able to hear outside noise from down in the womb. Studies show that baby finds gentle music and your own voice most soothing. Nipples are starting to sprout, and that little face is fully formed. And, baby's starting to settle into sleep cycles, snoozing about 12 to 14 hours a day. It shouldn't be hard to figure out when -- just pay attention to those kicks as they start and stop.

Ladies and Gentlemen...We have a Vagina.

Yessss, little Bean has lady parts. haha, At least that's what the ultrasound tech said! =]

We are so excited to be welcoming a sweet little girl into our family. Especially since I'm outnumbered by the males in my life. Between a husband and our two (male) dogs I'm about ready for some estrogen!

I know you all must be dyyyyying to know her name, so not to keep you in suspense any longer, we have chosen to name our first born: Madeline Renee. Madie for short. I'm sure you all love it. =]


Anyways, I'll be sure to post pictures from the ultrasound later...but I have to upload them first since they are all on cd!

xo.

Because I Am Pregnant...

*I can cry at will or over anything and usually every single day (wait, this may not be much different from my previous life)

*I am paying much more attention to a political race than I have ever before

* I want to talk to my mom a lot more

* I see the value in and look forward to spending hours of research on a product for a little girl or boy I haven't even met

* I am extremely gassy

* I have never loved hearing or seeing a name so much

* I have begun to dig up old childhood songs from my memory bank and sing them aloud and at will

* I touch my stomach and smile

* I smile and nod at other pregnant women and revel in this kinship I have with these strangers

* I have a whole new wardrobe

* I plan out future conversations in my head that I will have with a little girl or boy about the big issues

* I feel like if it were possible, I think I love my husband just a little bit more

* I am strengthening my relationships with others

* I am finally becoming aware of all of my gifts and am gathering them up to share with him or her

* I almost, just almost don't mind that I 'could stand to lose a few' but have never felt a bigger reason to lose them (later of course)

* I treat myself to whatever I want to eat simply because of a cliché (yeah, I play the 'P' card) and have discovered wonder of Toaster Strudels

* I forget a lot

* I pee a lot

* I feel like…no, no, no…I know that God has His hands all over me and Bean

* I am still married to control, but am having an affair with flexibility…and plan to leave control for flexibility one day

* I want to be a better person




ps. i stole this from futurekbdub...just for reference. and then i tweaked it a bit. =]

xo.

It comes from the freezer...

Someone asked me the other day what my cravings have been...and I haven't had too many. Cold cereal, Coca-Cola Icees from Burger King, and Stewarts ice cream that they haven't even made in at least two years (it was vanilla ice cream with raspberry swirl & graham cracker crumbs).


But my iggest craving of all: 3 MUSKETEERS BARS. But only if they are frozen. If you know me at all, you know it's the only way I will eat chocolate. Mainly because I'm weird...but you already knew that didn't you? =]

So anyways, if you love me...or Bean...you'll buy some 3 Musketeers Bars, drop them off at the house, back away slowly and will ask NO questions.

xo.

and the pictures...

I got Eric to take a few pictures when he got home from softball. I don't show off the bare belly too much so I hope you fully enjoy it while you can!


And here is just a cute one that I randomly snapped. I accidently cut off my head, but I ended up liking it...

xo.

Boy or Girl??

Leave a comment, letting me know what you think!

We'll see on monday who was right!

xo.

Yesssss!

Today is the halfway point! 20 weeks! So, let's give a round of applause to Bean and myself for making it thus far! Only 20 weeks (give or take a few days) to go!! 140 days to be exact! =]



Baby's digestive system is busy creating meconium (a tarry black substance made of swallowed amniotic fluid, digestive secretion and dead cells), which will fill the first diaper after birth. And, speaking of the diaper situation... baby's genitals are now fully formed!


^hahah, this isn't exactly what you wanted to think about, I'm sure. But hey, you asked for updates...so your getting updates. Deal! =]

In other news, Bean is kicking/moving up a frikin storm!!

Make sure to leave a comment in the new post letting me know whether it's a boy or girl...that way when we (hopefully) find out on Monday we can see who was right! Good luck!

Have a great day! xo.

Registry

A few people have asked so I thought I would let everyone know that we have registered at www.Target.com and www.babiesrus.com .

Just search for my first and last name in the registry section online...or in store.

Just to let you know though, they are not finished and will not be for at least another week or so, since we do not find out what we are having until Monday.


xo.