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.

One Hot Momma! ;) 18 Weeks

Posted some pumpkin pictures on facebook - It was fun again this year. The girls love to get pumpkins, go down the slides, see the bunnies, ride the cow train. This is all at Schwallier's Country Basket.

Josh did all the carving while me and the girlies pulled out all the seeds.
I found a pattern online of a pregnant belly with a baby - HAD to do that on a pumpkin!

I also posted a picture of the girlies holding my belly - Love how it turned out with their smiles.
Got alot of great compliments - made my day!

18 Weeks

Today I am 18 weeks pregnant. 154 days to go or 5 months 2 days until March 25th.

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

Total weight loss/ gain? Next weigh in is Nov 5th. Total UP since last appointment 3 lbs.

Maternity clothes? One pair of jeans that I wear almost every day ;) Thinking I may get another pair for my birthday! =)

Sleep? I think I'm sleeping a little better, I still have crazy dreams and I get up to pee alot but...

Best moment this week? I'm pretty sure I felt the baby move for at least more than 8 minutes when I was like 17 weeks whatever days. BUT I feel like I haven't felt anything since. =(

Movement? Wishing I felt more movement. Hoping very soon!

Food cravings? Nothing major sticks out.

Food aversions? Nothing major sticks out but some days there is quite a bit that I do not feel like eating or just nothing sounds good.

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 5^th.

Labor signs? Thankfully none.

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

Milestones? Pregnancy App says - 6 inches long this week and about eight ounces in weight, your baby is the size of a largo mango. Your little action figure is able to choreograph matrix-like moves this week. Arms and legs are finally in proportion, neurons are now connected between the brain and muscles, and cartilage throughout the body is turning to bone. Which explains all that kicking, stretching, and bodysurfing (or rather bellysurfing) you've possibly started feeling by now. Something else going on this week: Your baby is getting a cheesy varnish. Say what? Yup, a protective substance called vernix caseosa (vernix is the latin word for varnish; caseosa is cheese) now covers your baby's skin. It's greasy and white and is made up of lanugo (that downy hair), oil from your baby's glands, and dead skin cells. This waxy cheese may not sound too appetizing or attractive, but its there for good reason: vernix protects your baby's sensitive skin from the surrounding amniotic fluid. Without it your baby would look very wrinkled at birth (sort of what you'd look like if you soaked in a bath for nine months) Some babies- especially those born early- will still be covered with vernix at the delivery, so you might get a look at your baby's first anti-wrinkle cream.