How far along: 18 Weeks!
Baby size: 5.6 Inches and 6.7 oz. The size of a sweet potato.
Maternity clothes: Yes. Everyday. I finally just decided comfort is more important than waiting for some future day. And let me tell you, it has been so nice. I purchased some maternity pants and a few long sleeve shirts, since last time around it was the middle of the summer when I needed maternity wear.
Stretch marks: Nope. But I have been feeling so itchy and have really dry skin right now (it is the middle of winter). Which means lotion or oil twice a day, at least.
Sleep: I've actually felt like I have been sleeping better lately. Which is so nice. Also not needing 10-12 hours of sleep at night has been great.
Gender: At our last appointment we had an ultrasound but weren't able to get a sneak peek at the gender. So now we wait until our anatomy scan which will be February 26th. Ah the anticipation.
Best moment this week: The best moment every week is Kennedy saying "good morning" "good night" and "I love you baby" to my belly all the time. It is certainly the sweetest.
Looking forward to: Bigger movements. I feel like I am so close to feeling more jabs and kicks, I can't wait! It is one of my favorite parts of pregnancy.
What I miss: The small muscles I had before I went into 8 weeks of pure first trimester exhaustion. I have been trying to exercise a little more now that I have some newfound energy, and it has been hard. Oh well, I will take it slow and steady to get some muscles back.
Movement: Just a little bit. Mostly right before I go to bed when I am just laying quietly. I can feel the smallest little flutters.
Food cravings: I had a papaya last Saturday for breakfast and it was perfectly ripe and delicious. I have seriously wanted another one since.
Aversions: I have been getting some heartburn, especially when I eat tomato saucy food, like our pizza last night. That kind of makes me not want to eat pizza again.
Nursery: Nothing yet. Not even a corner of our house is cleaned for this baby. Luckily we have some time.
Overall: Overall I am feeling healthy and strong. I am trying to exercise more. I am so thankful for more energy and just feeling pretty good. It is so nice for me, and the whole family.
Miscellaneous: I just feel so thankful for this pregnancy, for my health, for Daniel and Kennedy. Life feels so good right now. I am happy and thankful.
Kennedy | 18 Weeks
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