16 Weeks

How far along? 16 weeks 6 days

Total weight gain: At my appointment on Monday I was up 3 pounds from last time. So total weight gain is 4-5 pounds.

Baby Bump: I think it's more noticeable this week, especially after I eat a big meal! My abdominal muscles distend so easily that I look 6 months pregnant after dinner. In reality I just look thicker and my regular jeans give me an oh so cute muffin top.

Maternity clothes?  I'm still mostly wearing regular clothes. My loosest pre-pregnancy jeans are now fitting snug on my waist. I like to wear baggy sweaters for a more flattering look. I have noticed that maternity jeans make my bump more noticeable.     

Sleep: Pretty good, waking up at least 2 times to use the bathroom.                 

Best moment this week:  Hearing the baby's heart beat at the doctor. Going strong at 146 bpm. Since I can't feel him yet it's a nice reminder that he is in there.

Miss Anything?  Over the weekend I missed the social aspect of wine/beer. Saturday I had dinner with Chris' parents and they all had delicious wine. Then I went to my parents and they were enjoying wine...and on Sunday my parents and I went to visit my sister at work after church. She works at Billy's on Grand (a bar/restaurant). We had appetizers and my parents ordered beer. I enjoyed my lemon water :) but I'm already imagining how delicious a glass of Malbec or a cold margarita will taste in August!           

Movement:  Not yet.       

Food cravings:  Same as before but this week I've also been loving oranges, spicy hummus, rice and homemade chopped salads (romaine, carrots, tomatoes, corn, feta, avocado, chickpeas, turkey bacon tossed with homemade honey mustard dressing).

Exercise: So far 3 workouts- stairmaster, Zumba, and a Jillian Michael's dvd. I'm hoping 1-2 more sessions this week.

Symptoms:  Feeling pretty good just the extra tiredness. I sleep 8-10 hours per night and still feel like I could keep going. This is very unlike me. Also, frequent trips to the bathroom.

Anything making you queasy or sick:  Waiting too long to eat, being in the car

Baby purchases: Nothing this week since I got in trouble for spending too much on baby boy outfits. I'm getting excited for the nursery- I started an inspiration board on pinterest. I am fairly sold on an aqua and orange theme with pops of green and white furniture.    

Looking forward to:  Same as last week- getting a real baby bump :)

Goals for the week: Convince Chris about the baby's name....