I've been having people in and out of the house like crazy to give me estimates, file claims for my water damage, look at my electrical, and fix my AC/Furnace. I swear there is an appointment almost every day of my life. Plus, all of the estimates I get for Grandma's house too. Plus, between her doctor appointments and mine, we are always running somewhere. Throw in work, a husband, and an almost two year old.... I'm pooped!
But I'm happy. Life is full and busy. Hectic to the point I want to scream sometimes, but everything is wonderful.
Ok, pregnancy updates:
We are going to lump the last 6 weeks together into one big 'ol update. Pictures will be at the end.
Pregnancy Weeks 11 to 16:
Feeling: Fabulous. I'm not going to lie. Ever since I changed my diet/eating habits I have felt fantastic. I am 99% percent vegan at this point and it has definitely been treating me well! Been going strong for about 3 months now and I don't plan on stopping. The only real pregnancy symptoms I still have are the fatigue, mood swings, and random skin issues. I'm very itchy. It is super annoying.
Cravings: Still craving juice! More fruit juices now than the green juices. I still drink both though. Also, smoothies! I have a smoothie made with almond milk, bananas, strawberries, dates, chia seeds, and flaxseed meal every day. It is so refreshing and SO good. I freeze my bananas overnight so they are super cold when I blend them with everything else. I have also been wanting lots of potatoes. I buy the baby gold and purple potatoes from Hy Vee and boil them. After they're nice and tender, I smash them, season them, and roast them for a little bit.
Aversions: Now that I have overhauled my eating, meat is a SUPER strong aversion now and the thought of eating eggs makes me want to throw up.
Belly/Weight Update: After my last belly "pop" I have mostly evened out. I think this last week it popped out some more, but the OB said my uterus is about even with my belly button now which makes sense as to the belly getting bigger. I have also lost another 4 pounds and my OB is thrilled. She said "Whatever you are doing, keep doing it!" Only when you are overweight will your OB be thrilled about weight loss.
We got to hear baby's heartbeat at this last appointment and it was STRONG and PERFECT. I am so happy.
Feeling Boy or Girl?: I am still on the fence. Dr. Stone thinks its a girl because I have felt so great lately and haven't been as sick... but we both also know that has to do with my diet. Andrew is dead set on girl and so is mom. We should (fingers crossed) find out on October 12th!
Belly Pictures!
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