16 Weeks

How far along? 16 Weeks
Maternity clothes? Graduated to maternity pants. I could prb get away with my regular pants, but maternity leggings and jeans are WAY more comfortable. :)
Sleep: Sleep and I aren't getting along this week. I am still getting up at least once in the night to go to the bathroom, but after I lay back down, I am WIDE awake. The other night I was up from 1-4 just tossing and turning....and then I got up at 5:30 when Christopher went to work. Ick. Naps help, but don't suffice. I hope this is a short-lived phase, as I only have 11 days until I am back to work as well. WAH!
Best moment this week: Telling our parents baby's gender and getting our "scratch reveal" cards in the mail. Everyone should know soon! Yay! Also,relaxing at home and getting errands accomplished. Not to mention, buying our first ipad. (I know, aren't we behind the times?) Thanks, Christmas in July!

Have you told family and friends: Yep!
Miss Anything? Diet Cokes ( yes....I am bad, and I have sneaked a few.....but still....miss my daily dose) and being able to eat a meal without getting full so quickly

Movement: Perhaps! Last night in bed, I was laying on my left side (trying to get comfortable) when I felt what was like little twinges in my lower abdomen. I don't want to say flutters, because I don't know what flutters feel like. It happened a couple of times in a matter of minutes and when I rolled over, it stopped. I think it may have been baby!
Food cravings: McDonald's fries...... so bad. And blackberry cobbler! yum!
Anything making you queasy or sick: I've been feeling really good this week! I even had grilled chicken for the first time in months! Yay! 
Have you started to show yet: We have a bump!
Gender prediction: Not going to say just yet ;-)
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy--except when I can't sleep!
Weekly Wisdom: Be productive and get your to-do list accomplished. But nap when you can, because, duh.
Looking forward to: Having our extended family (The Abe's and Solo's) coming in for a weekend of food and drum corps! Can't wait to reveal the gender news to them in person! Can't Wait! :)

Stay Tuned.....Gender Reveal this week! 

15 Week Sneak Peek!

We had our 3D early gender scan today!

And Baby Tanner is.....

Still a secret!

Sorry friends! Yes, we know baby's gender...however, we want a few important people (family/close friends, etc) to know first and THEN, we will spill the beans to all!

We are absolutely thrilled and excited! Getting to see baby today was magical and I had leaky eyes the whole time....but I'm hormonal, so at least I have a good excuse!

Here are a few pics from the appointment....Enjoy! :)

Hand over face....enough, mom!

15 Weeks

How far along? 15 Weeks
Maternity clothes? I can still wear some of my regular pants with the help of hair ties, but I've been leaning more towards maternity pants. They are SO comfortable...I'm thinking I am going to go shopping for some work maternity clothes pretty soon.
Sleep: Sleeping really well, especially now that we have our new king bed!!!!
Best moment this week: Hanging with Christopher's parents and getting the baby's room painted. Also, hearing little bit's heartbeat again today. :) 

Have you told family and friends: Yep!
Miss Anything? Still deli sandwiches....I am really craving a Blimpie's sub! And salami!

Movement: I haven't felt anything yet, but at my doctor's appointment today, we could hear baby kicking. (sounds like scratching on the doppler) Doctor said baby sounded like it was doing flips today!
Food cravings: Anything and everything....my appetite is back!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not much.....on occasion, I'll feel crummy for no reason at all, but over, WAY better than even 2 weeks ago.
Have you started to show yet: Little bump!
Gender prediction: I'm thinking boy!
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy....with an occasional meltdown. Still easily irritated...
Weekly Wisdom: Soak in everyday.....days are long, but weeks are short! Months are even shorter. Life is going to change before you know it.
Looking forward to: Our early gender ultrasound tomorrow!!!!!!! 

Also, here is our new bed......LOVE LOVE LOVE!

(Not to mention I got a seriously good deal on the new sheets and comforter from

 Home Goods..... Sweet!!!!)

Happy 4th!

Happy 4th of July! 

14 Weeks

How far along? 14 Weeks
Maternity clothes? Same as last week, even though a pair of pants that fit me last week would NOT button this week. I had to use a hair tie to keep them on. My belly is definitely firmer and poking out more, so I may be in the maternity pants full time pretty soon.
Sleep: I'm starting to believe in that "2nd trimester energy boost." A few weeks ago, I could barely stay up until 7. If I did anything, I would be completely worn out and in great need a nap. Over the past few days, I've started feeling like my "normal" self again. I can go shopping or run errands without feeling like I've run a marathon. I'm sleeping well overall, with at least one nightly tinkle trip.
Best moment this week: Being with Christopher's family in Chicago for his cousin Pam's wedding. AND buying our KING SIZED BED! YES!!!!! I cannot wait for it to be delivered. :-D

Have you told family and friends: Yep!
Miss Anything? Caffeine and hot dogs. :(

Movement: I know that little stinker is moving more and more...and I'm anxious to feel it!
Food cravings: Portillo's hamburgers. I was able to satisfy this craving twice in Chicago....I'm so sad we don't have one here!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Grilled chicken is still a no go, but the thought of it doesn't make me gag anymore (yay!) I've been feeling so much better overall; only really feeling nauseous sometimes right before bed or after brushing my teeth.
Have you started to show yet: Firm, little bump!
Gender prediction: I'm thinking snakes and snails
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy, but VERY easily annoyed. The guy at Mattress Firm really ticked me off when he wouldn't let us leave. Needless to say, he did NOT make a sale.
Weekly Wisdom: Enjoy time with the ones you love.
Looking forward to: Our early gender scan next week! Is Baby T a he or a she???

13 Weeks

My friend Sara did a great blog "pregnancy diary" while she was pregnant with her daughter and it really encouraged me to do the same. I think it will be fun to look back on these posts someday! :)

How far along? 13 Weeks
Maternity clothes? Yes and no. My pants are very snug at the waist, but they still "fit." I went ahead and bought some maternity jeans and shorts. Holy cow. Maternity pants are the most comfortable pants EVER. I don't even care about those big ugly panels. Anythings better than my jeans smushing into my belly!
Sleep: SO tired. All the time. I have a few good hours in the morning, but after that, I could sleep the day away. I'm very thankful for my summer vacation and ability to nap when I want!
Best moment this week: Seeing little peanut at our 13 week scan. Baby was being a little stubborn, but finally started stretching out, waving, and kicking. I could even see him swallowing!

AND making it to the second trimester.....HURRAY! :)
Have you told family and friends: Baby is out of the bag!
Miss Anything? Cold deli sandwiches and caffeine. All I want is a Blimpie's sub! 

Movement: Peanut is squirmy in there, but I haven't felt anything yet!
Food cravings: Changes day to day....but McDonald's fries sound good all the time. I wish I would crave something healthy, like salad.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Lots of things, but not as much as a few weeks ago. I am really turned off by chicken. YUCK.
Have you started to show yet: Little bump in the front....looks like I've been eating too much, but lo and behold, tis a baby!
Gender prediction: I am unsure....Christopher is sure it's a girl!
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: hmmmm.....mostly happy, however, I am easily irritated. Just ask the lady at Walgreens who was all up in my space the other day. I wasn't very kind to her. whoops.
Weekly Wisdom: Try not to be too nervous and try to enjoy each day!
Looking forward to: Seeing the hubs side of the family soon! Yay!

and let's be real...who doesn't love a sneak peak???

Baby T~ 13 weeks

I'm Back!

Whoa! It has been WAY too long without a post. I had every intention on getting back on it as soon as work slowed down and summer vacation started. However, as soon as summer vacation started.....I started going into super LAZY mode.

No fears, I'm back. And I have PLENTY to share.

So in my blogging absence, life continued as usual. School was crazy and hectic, as it always is in May. The hubby and I celebrated our 5th....yes, our 5th anniversary. Crazy! My best friend got married and had a beautiful wedding. 

And....we had a secret, A gnawing, drive you crazy, worry you to death secret.

I bet you'll never guess what that secret was? 

Yes....we were (are) pregnant. 

Literally, we've known since the earliest you could find out, and we have been on pins and needles ever since. Thankfully, our doctor has been amazing and saw us at 6 weeks, 7 weeks, 8 weeks, and 11 weeks. We've been able to see the peanut and listen to his/her heart beat. Today I am 13 weeks, and again, got to see sweet peanut swallowing, stretching, waving, and kicking. I think I will continue to be nervous until baby is finally here, but it is great to be through the first trimester. Here is to hoping the morning sickness will go away completely soon!!! :)