Another week in the books and it was a GREAT week at that.  Not only did we celebrate the big HALFWAY mark but Russell finally got to feel baby Ryan reallllly kick.  And so did Buddy. 

Just to know that Russell is able to finally feel what I have been feeling for several weeks is so wonderful and helps him to really relate and connect to the pregnancy.  As for baby Ryan, this week he has really shown me his kicking/moving skills and he is moving constantly with some strong movements :)

I had a great 20 week appt. and the doc re-confirmed he is a boy (yes, I did have them double check for my peace of mind) and my placenta issue has RESOLVED and I am back to not being in a cage.  First thing I did when I got home was get a workout in....and then I paid for it later in soreness but I was happy.

We fly out this afternoon to head to Notre Dame for the weekend for the first football game of the season and man am I looking forward to a long vacation weekend :)

Survey says...

Written Thursday, Aug. 29

How far along?: 20 weeks and 6 days

Total weight gain/loss: I am exactly the same as last week so still only 8lbs up.

Maternity clothes?:   Still pretty 50/50.  Definitely maternity on the bottoms for work and work dresses but still having some success in the non-maternity tops that are a loose fit. 

Sleep: Doing pretty good except this weekend when I slept wrong on my neck and couldn’t move it all weekend….that was some intense pain there. 

Best moment of the week:  Having Russell able to FINALLY feel baby Ryan kick!  Russell was shocked when it happened and I just laughed.  Then later that night Buddy had his head on my belly sleeping and Ryan started kicking….every time he would kick, Buddy would open his eyes wide and look at me J  I kept telling him “It’s not me waking you, it’s your brother!”

Movement: Baby Ryan gets super excited when momma eats and he gets his hands and feel moving for a little while.  And boy is he getting strong! I am just excited Russell can feel him move now.

Food Cravings: A cookie with glass of milk before bed J  But don’t worry, it’s a whole wheat dark chocolate chip cookie from Fresh Market with almond milk…gotta try and keep it as healthy as possible.

Gender: Little man

Belly Button: Still hanging in there J

Stretchmarks?:  Nope.

What I miss:  Not a thing.   This is such an amazing experience!

What I am looking forward to: Some vacation days coming up this week and again in 2 more weeks!

Weekly Wisdom: Baby Ryan is the size of a banana!  And his taste buds are at work.  Hmmm, is that way he got all kicky when I was eating anything sweet J  Someone must already have a sweet tooth.

Milestones: Getting over the ½ mark!  Annnnnd, my placenta issue (still gross word) has resolved and I am off rest and can start exercising again!  I am so excited to be able to get back at it!  (Don’t worry, safety first)


Have a fantastic Labor Day weekend!

XOXOX, Sherri

20 week belly :)

Our last ultrasound until the very end when we get to hold him...bittersweet

And check that chin out!  I think he gets that from Russell :)

Survey Says: 19 weeks preggers

Holla!  Another week down.  Getting so freaking pumped that tomorrow I will be 20 weeks and OFFICIALLY halfway there to meeting my handsome baby boy :)

This week has been pretty decent but just seemed to draggggg on.  I think it didn't help knowing next week was going to be a short week since Russell, his dad, and I will be flying out to Notre Dame for the first football game of the season.  I am super pumped not just about the game, but FINALLY having some vacay days off and a lonnng Labor Day weekend.

Oh and baby Ryan is going to get the HOOK UP on Notre Dame gear.  Yes, Russell and I already are discussing his future as a Notre Dame football player.  Poor Ryan, he has no chance of being a football fan of any other team....and yet, I am okay with that!


Here is the week 19 recap..enjoy :)

Survey says...

Written Thursday, Aug. 23

How far along?: 19 weeks and 6 days

Total weight gain/loss:  Ummm, so I am kinda blown away that I gained 3lbs since last week.  Granted I am still doing great weight gain wise but damn!  Granted, my appetite picked up like whoa and my belly has gotten bigger but I was a little shocked.  I am just hoping for no more consecutive 3lb-ers each week.  Lets just stick to the 1lb a week deal.   Hmmmm.  Total is at 8lbs now.

Maternity clothes?:  I am about 50/50….Mostly maternity on my bottoms.

Sleep:  For a couple days this week I tossed and turned bc little babe decided to kick at night but I honestly didn’t mind at all. 

Best moment of the week:  Found out Ryan really likes chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream J  I ate it and his kicks went crazy, hahaa.

Movement:  I feel him every day now but not all day long but he is getting stronger.

Food Cravings:  Good lord.  If you read the “weigh gain/loss” section you will see that food was my friend this past week.  Cravings were all over the place.  From crab dip to chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream, food was my frienemy.  Good thing I was also eating lots of fruits,  Kiwi and Peaches have helped.

Gender:  Little man.

Belly Button: Still hanging in there.

Stretchmarks?:  Nope

What I miss:  All my friends and family back home in VA.  I just want to go see everyone!

What I am looking forward to: Doc appt on Monday to see if the placenta issue has resolved or if I am still on rest.  But I do get to see my little man during the ultrasound so yay for that!

Weekly Wisdom: Ryan is the size of a mango!  Grow baby grow!

Milestones: I don’t think there was really a “milestone” this week but it was all in all a great week.

Until next time folks!

XOXOX, Sherri