Cleaning?? & 19 Weeks

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This was an extremely hard decision but I've decided to stop cleaning by January.

Pregnancy was really the main reason. I don't know if I'll decide to start it back up after baby or not.

 

Makes me a little sad and I hope to still keep in touch with the people I cleaned for but just felt it was the right thing to do for now.  One family in particular has just been absolutely wonderful to clean for - I'll miss going there a lot!

 

With Thursday's off when I'm done cleaning - there are so many things I can get done at my own home... I haven't really been able to keep it clean with my new schedule.

19 Weeks

Today I am 19 weeks pregnant. 147 days to go or 4 months 24 days until March 25th.

Our little gummy bear is now approximately the size of a mango.

Total weight loss/ gain? Next weigh in is Nov 5th. I was up 3 since my last appointment – I’m sure I’m up again.

Maternity clothes? One pair of jeans that I wear almost every day ;) Might buy another pair soon with my birthday money.

Sleep? Got a new heating blanket for an early birthday present– even after 1 night that helps a lot! Love the warmth & comfort it brings.

Best moment this week? I think I already said this but posting pictures and getting great compliments were great moments.

Movement? I mentioned yesterday on facebook that I wonder if I’m not feeling as much because I’m bigger. I got some great comments. I think I’ve actually felt some movement on and off today so that makes me feel better. Anxious to feel it more & more.

Food cravings? Velveeta & Salsa Dip with Tortilla Chips

Food aversions? Nothing major sticks out – Thankfully I’ve been able to eat chicken (just not plain chicken).

Gender? Baby will be known as gummy bear until he/she is born. (In case you don't know the story...the reason for the gummy bear nickname is because when I had my 6 week ultrasound the technician said your baby is the size of a gummy bear…so it just kind of stuck)

What I am looking forward to? More movement and my ultrasound on Nov 5th.

Labor signs? Thankfully none.

Belly button in or out? Will be in for the whole pregnancy.

Milestones? From babycenter.com: How your baby's growing:

Your baby's sensory development is exploding! Her brain is designating specialized areas for smell, taste, hearing, vision, and touch. Some research suggests that she may be able to hear your voice now, so don't be shy about reading aloud, talking to her, or singing a happy tune if the mood strikes you.

Your baby weighs about 8 1/2 ounces and measures 6 inches, head to bottom — about the size of a large heirloom tomato. Her arms and legs are in the right proportions to each other and the rest of her body now. Her kidneys continue to make urine and the hair on her scalp is sprouting. A waxy protective coating called the vernix caseosa is forming on her skin to prevent it from pickling in the amniotic fluid.