10 Weeks! YAY Double Digits!

How Far Along? 10 weeks!

Maternity Clothes? Nope but they are coming.  I tried on my work clothes this week and only about 50% of my pants fit!  So like I said before-dresses, dresses, and more dresses until it gets too cold! Then I will attempt the maternity pants-not really looking forward to that.  Sorry Mom, guess those clothes we bought this past spring, for the fall-will have to wait until NEXT fall =).

Weight Gain? Still holding steady with only 1 lb gained-pretty happy with this considering how much I eat.  However, it is easy to notice that my waist is getting thicker.  So I think things must be redistributing!  Logan asked me today if I was showing, but I think its just bloat!

Stretch Marks? None yet. Still hoping for none!

Sleep? Goes through phases, sometimes good, sometimes bad.  Just depends on how tired I am and how Logan is sleeping-snoring or moving keeps me awake =).

Best Moment of the Week?  Finding that the majority of my work clothes still fit (dresses, shirts, and some pants)!

Weirdest Comment:  I think Logan asking if I am starting to show-it was weird to think and we both had a momentary freak out moment.  I think once the belly pops out, it will seem even more real to either of us. 

Movement? Nope.

Gender? Nope-impatiently waiting until we can go!

What I miss? Nothing much-Logan gave me a sip of mountain dew when he had one and that was glorious, but the taste was a bit off!

Symptoms: Slight night sickness (especially when I am tired),  the awesome bloat, and bad acne.  Nothing else too much though-which is nice, but also worrisome! I envy those morning sickness ladies who have a reassurance that all is okay everyday!  True to my worrying attitude ha ha =). Logan is tired of me telling him I feel normal and not pregnant-I think he doesn't enjoy me worrying all the time lol. 

What I'm looking forward to? The appointment, next Tuesday! Finally!! Hoping to see the little one again or at least hear the heartbeat with the doppler.   

Weekly Wisdom:  Need to eat healthier-it has been an unhealthy week in the Brokaw household!  Logan is to blame for bringing me home a chocolate shake one day-that I didn't even ask for!  I need to do a better job getting healthy snacks since I eat every two hours and then finding us good dinners that are good for all 2.5 of us =).

Milestones: Double Digits! Can't wait to be in second trimester-hopefully the worrying will be less then since a chance of a successful pregnancy is 95%!

Emotions: Excited and worried-the usual for me! 

Ok I know a promised a belly shot-however, I need Logan to do it.  So I promise to post it-but it will be probably this weekend!

9 Weeks!

How Far Along? 9 weeks!

Maternity Clothes? No, however I did buy some flowing dresses from target for school.  Also bought a beband I think its called.  It will allow me to wear my pants unbuttoned and zipped, but hold my pants up!  I think I have a ways to go before I can wear it, since right now it barely is tight at all on my waist ha ha. 

Weight Gain? None this week.  I haven't been as hungry and food has not sounded appetizing.  

Stretch Marks? None yet.

Sleep? Sleep has been a struggle.  Naps are wonderful, but I wake up between 2:30-3 every night to pee and then struggle to get back to sleep.  Then add in some back pain and having difficulty getting comfortable, it makes for a rough night for both Logan and I!

Best Moment of the Week?  Seeing wee baby Brokaw on the ultrasound with a beating heart last Friday! That cut my nerves/worry in half =). Also making our first purchase of three little outfits (on sale mind you)! Ducks and teddy-bears are what we have bought so far, gender neutral FTW =).

Weirdest Comment:  Logan telling me I am creepy because I am growing a human ha ha...or alien as he puts it.

Movement? Nope.

Gender? We are hoping to do a 4D ultrasound as our anniversary present in early September-we will have to pay out of pocket.  However, since I am probably the least patient person ever-I think this will be a great gift ha ha =).  So stay tuned-about 6 more weeks!

What I miss? A full nights sleep!

Symptoms: Back pain, night sickness (5 pm to bedtime), fatigue, and food aversions.  

What I'm looking forward to? Our appointment, August 2nd.  Hoping for another ultrasound! We shall see. 

Weekly Wisdom:  Do not go to Target and walk through the baby section without someone with me to tell me not to buy stuff =). Also-working out, even with a pregnancy DVD apparently still is difficult.  I am so sore today!

Milestones: Seeing a heartbeat! 

Emotions: Getting excited, but still nervous.  There are so many things to think about and to consider.  It's all just a bit overwhelming.  

Only one more week of no belly posts....I can't promise its a baby but you can all start sharing in my bloat belly next week! Until then =).

The Lima Bean-8 weeks.

Well here is the first picture of Baby Brokaw. 

We got an ultrasound last Friday since all of the spotting business and our insurance finally switched!  Logan and I were both in shock that a wee little baby is growing with a beating heart of 158 bpm!  Of course its FAR too early to figure out what we are having, but of course Logan is always hoping for a boy and I am still leaning towards a boy! 

In this super blurry picture, due to scanning it and the poor quality of the machine, you can see the black spot in the head, which is the beginning of the brain forming.  Then there are little arm buds also.  Additionally the heart is the second largest part of the body which is the middle part of the body! 

We are still going back August second for our first real appointment.  Its hard to say if we will get another ultrasound since we got one earlier.  If anything hopefully they could listen to the heartbeat on the Doppler. 

I am planning on taking belly shots starting around 10 weeks and I will of course continue to keep posting ultrasound pictures as we get them! Enjoy =).

8 Weeks

How Far Along? 8 weeks!

Maternity Clothes? Nope.  However, I am realizing that I am going to have to get something to help my pants fit come August for school! Maybe some sort of belly band or pant extender thingy ha ha.

Weight Gain? Depending on the day 1-2 pounds. 

Stretch Marks? Nope-still using all the creams that say "prevent" but I am not holding my breath for them to work. 

Sleep? Back to sleeping poorly.  My back hurts at night and it is hard to get comfortable.  I got a new pillow since Logan was tired of me stealing his cervical pillow.  It has helped a bit, but both Logan and I are suffering in the sleep department.  I do find that I can take wonderful naps, maybe I should not sleep so long during the day and it would help with sleeping at night!

Best Moment of the Week?  Finding out that my insurance finally switched, so we can go see our new doctor in August. 

Weirdest Comment:  Nothing really comes to mind.

Movement? Nope.

Gender? To be determined.

What I miss? Nothing really this week, I think I am finally adjusted to not having mountain dew =).

Symptoms: Back pain, bloating, hungry, night time nausea, and super emotional (poor Logan ha ha).

What I'm looking forward to? Once again our first appointment to check on the little one and hoping to find everything going well!

Weekly Wisdom:  Drink more water-although the more bloated I get, the worse I am at this! Also naps are glorious. 

Milestones: More than half way done with first trimester, I will feel better when we get to our second and hopefully I will get some energy back! I have taken on a whole new level of lazy!! 

Emotions: Everything just makes me emotional.  I have worried less this week, maybe the idea of growing a small alien is settling in!  

7 Weeks!

How Far Along? 7 weeks!

Maternity Clothes? Nope, although I find my pants are starting to get a bit tight!

Weight Gain? Up one pound-I blame this on not being able to work out as much as I would like.  I am hoping to start some yoga and more walking with Rusty at night this week!

Stretch Marks? Not yet-I have some cream that I am hoping keeps them at bay throughout the growing process.

Sleep? Actually alot better this week.  I find that I can once again fall asleep and mostly stay asleep unless Logan is snoring all night =).  I have started taking naps during the day, especially the early Curves mornings.  Luckily, I only have another 3.5 weeks at Curves and I will be done with waking up at 5 am!  For student teaching, Molly has first block off, so I will be able to get an extra hour of sleep which I am sure I will need.  

Best Moment of the Week?  Watching Logan say (scream) "GOOD NIGHT BABY" at my stomach ha ha.

Weirdest Comment:  Um nothing yet since alot of people don't know. 

Movement? Nope far too early.

Gender? Logan is hoping for a boy, I don't really care as long as it is healthy =).  Although I am leaning towards a boy, I feel very odd and invaded =).

What I miss? Nothing really, mountain dew still and salads that have soft cheeses.  Cheese seems to be one craving that I want.  Lately food in general is not really appetizing, so its a struggle to actually get myself to eat. 

Symptoms: My skin has been pretty bad, bloating, and back ache.  I get a bit nauseous if I don't eat frequently enough, but generally that is just early morning or right before bed.

What I'm looking forward to? August 2nd-first real appointment at the Vanderbilt Women's Health Clinic with Dr. Beyer and ultrasound.  Should be almost 11 weeks by then!

Weekly Wisdom:  Drink water!

Milestones: Um I guess making it to seven weeks! 

Emotions: Still in the I can't believe I am pregnant state and stressed.  Trying to relax for both myself and Baby Brokaw's sake =).