12 Weeks!

Finally, the 2nd trimester mark! I'm actually feeling more energized, which I read would happen. The other day I went to my family doctor because I had a cold, yet decided against the antibiotic he had prescribed me. A ton of vitamin C and rest cured it within days! I cried for the first time that day. NOT because of the amazing realization that I'm going to be a mom, but because I peaked at the scale. Being a fitness freak and this being my first child, it was hard to see that number go up! But, I got over it and can't wait to meet my little monster.

Kyle was able to request leave from the Army and come home for 4 days in April. I called my OBGYN to schedule an ultrasound because I will be 19 weeks by then. They got me right in, and we are going to go TOGETHER (finally) to an appointment and find out what the sex will be!

This is the most amazing/strangest feeling I've ever had in my life. On one side, I'm absolutely terrified of what is to come. The other is screaming with excitement and joy. I'm actually going to nurture a beautiful human being that the love of my life and I created. Chandler (my puppy) will be extremely jealous.

Update:

Last Pre-Natal Apt: March 6th, 2012
Next Apt: April 3rd, 2012
Current status: 12 weeks 4 days
Current Weight: 127lb

10 Weeks!

Ah, today marks 10 weeks and kickin! Ok, not really kickin' but you get the picture. Work has been difficult in the sense of getting up and making it there, BUT I'm doing it! School on the other hand... I go when I can. By the time work lets out, I'm either so exhausted or so hungry that I'm late or don't show at all. But, my professors are understanding and I get all of my work in on time. Baby Jingle, your mama is stubborn!

The Beginning

Hello friends and family. So, for those wondering the story of how this all began (minus the details)... Lets just say. Soldier + R&R (Rest and Recreation) + Christmas Break = BABY!

Some women don't figure out they are pregnant until well after their missed period. For me, I knew instantly. I was extremely tired and couldn't seem to wake myself even with a pot of coffee. So, just in case, I cut out drinking alcohol completely and slowed down on my caffeine intake. Went with my mother to pee on a stick (or two)...and BOOM! PREGGERS!

When I called my husband Kyle to tell him the news, his first words were "holy crap, is it a boy?!"
Um... hunny, we won't know that for awhile. Ah, men. He's so....cute. Can you tell it's our first?

I scheduled an appointment with my family doctor to get a blood test (just to be sure), and the next day he called me to confirm the results. Of course, the natural reaction is to be happy, and I totally was! However, I'm nervous for the fact that my husband is in the army and stationed in Colorado. BUT, he'll be coming home to Indiana on September 28th! Yeah, perfect planning babe... I'm due September 18th. Uh... Rain check?

Appointment #1: Prenatal Visit
Date: February 13th, 2012
Pre-baby Weight: 118lbs
NOW: 125.0lbs
Total Weight Gain: 7lbs


My mother went with me to my first prenatal appointment at 8 weeks 6 days. We went over family history and scheduled a blood test (they take SO much blood and test you for EVERYTHING).
Due to BOTH Kyle and I's family history of twins, the doctor let us get an ultrasound. ONLY ONE!
Mother was disappointed (she's a twin), but God doesn't give us more than we can handle. Right now, one is plenty. ;)

My next appointment is March 6th at exactly 12 weeks. I'll keep track with all the progress. Feel free to follow this blog, comment and enjoy these beautiful moments with me! If you're expecting as well, I'd love to keep in touch and share ideas and pointers!

I can't wait to meet our baby :)

Love.