Update on life and whatnot

I haven't posted here in a few days, and thought my few readers would like an update! :)

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As I'm nearing the end of my second trimester, I've noticed I get fatigued so much faster than before. The past week has been hell for me! Which is why I haven't posted in so long (sorry guys!). 

I thought I was having Braxton Hicks contractions before, but I have a sneaking suspicion that I was just feeling exhaustion pain from standing, walking, and bending all day. I am now 100% positive that what I was feeling yesterday was the infamous "false labor". 

All day I had felt just tired and ill. I had zero appetite, dull aches in my lower back, and this dreadfully irritating hardening of my uterus. I literally laid in bed all day (and I just may do the same today!) and forced myself to eat ice cream to just get something in my tummy . 

I'm feeling slightly better today, but still exhausted. So long as Jace's activity doesn't change, I'm just going to chalk it up to me being a wuss and not worry about it. 

Eeek! Only 93 more days left! 

Monday I got pretty crafty! I made burp cloths for Jace out of this adorable fabric my mother-in-law and I found over at Joann's.

I haven't touched a sewing machine in eons, so I was doubtful of how they would turn out, but I'm actually pretty darn pleased with myself! Of course, this has now created a monster out of me and all I want to do is sew. 

Need. More. Fabric! 

My next project is a maxi dress and if that comes out successful, I will considering doing another "How To". 

Leave comments below if you would like to see the maxi dress...after I have finished it, of course ;)

25 week appointment!

I had my 25 week appointment today and this was the one where I had to do the Gestational Diabetes Glucose test. I was told by so many people that it was the most horrible thing ever. I went in today thinking this was going to be the end of my life.

Dramatic, I know. I'm a giant pansy and the thought of having to down a whole bottle of foul tasting stuff didn't really fly by me.

Surprisingly, it wasn't as bad as everyone said. Now, I'm not sure if it was because I was hungry and thirsty, but it actually tasted kind of good! Definitely like flat orange soda, but I got the taste of that drink I was obsessed with as a kid. Tang.

I was weighed (I've only gained 20 pounds so far! Yippee!) and all my vitals taken and then I met with my doctor. The last time I saw him was April 3rd and the day after is when we had the gender reveal ultrasound.

He told me that everything was going great and there was nothing abnormal from the ultrasound! He measured my belly and was very pleased with my progress. He brought out the doppler to listen to the heartbeat and Jace wouldn't stop squirming and kicking at the doppler! It made me laugh! Just when we would get in a good spot, there would be a WHACK and I could feel Jace shifting to the other side. My silly boy <3

My next appointment is in 3 weeks and after that we start having appointments every two weeks! I'm so excited! :)

The Morning Ritual

I don't, by any means consider myself ultra thin, I have chub, but I am fairly small. I believe this is why I was able to first feel my son move around 15 weeks-ish. Just a little flutter here and there, usually when I would be laying down at night. I laugh remembering the "popcorn phase"... literally, if I ate popcorn, the kid would go nuts! People (coughmydoctorcough) would say "oh, that's not the baby, you're just feeling gas". No, I think I know the difference between gas and baby. I think even doctors forget that every woman is different and every woman tunes into their body differently. Every pregnancy is different.

Nowadays, Jace moves constantly. Sometimes it's the big kicks. You know, the ones that other people can see and feel. I would enjoy those more if my son wouldn't stop when I finally get someone to put their hand on my belly. In the words of my friend "he's a shy guy". Other times it's a little stretch or a light scrape, it's private and I like to think that's him saying "hey mom, this one is for you. Just letting you know I'm here".

Though he hasn't exactly gotten a schedule down, he has one ritual that I cannot stand.

"The Morning Ritual" as I call it.

I have never been a morning person. Getting up early for me was 8:00-8:30...and that was on a work day. If I didn't have anywhere to be, I wouldn't rise from bed until noon. Noon. I have no idea what sleeping in that late even feels like anymore.

Sigh, I guess I will never know that feeling again.

After having erratic sleeping patterns (waking up here and there...and I don't mean the half-awake-look-at-the-alarm-clock-then-pass-out-again kind of "here and there". I mean the wide awake, stare at the ceiling for 45 minutes "here and there") I get a nice wakeup call every single morning at 6:50. He squirms something fierce. Stretches out both sides, kicks at my bladder, and does so until I have to get up otherwise I will pee myself. Then, just when I am up and definitely not able to go back to sleep, he stops and stays still until around 11:00am. I sit there and grumble for a while, eat my bowl of cereal in unhappy silence, and get ready for the day.

I will say this about getting up that early: I get the cleaning done much, much faster.

Now that I have been woken up by my lovely son, let's see what the day has in store for us! I hope this has been a good morning for everyone!

Dear Baby Jace: 109 days to go!

Dear Baby Jace,

Well, I have completely failed at doing this blog. I'm going to attempt to continue doing it!

I am 24 weeks pregnant with you, though everyone says I look much bigger. You and I had quite the weekend! Friday after work we attended a FNM tournament with your daddy. Don't even ask me what it is. All I know is it's a card game with pretty pictures. Saturday we spent the first half of the day at Metal in the Park, supporting friends and local bands. It was hot and your mommy didn't think things through and wore pants. Afterwards, we made an appearance at your girlyfriend's baby shower! It was so much fun and we met so many wonderful people. Plus, we got some delicious food. ;)

We returned home to the most wonderful surprise ever! Your grandparents (on your daddy's side) had bought your crib! I had no idea! Your daddy was in cahoots with them, too, and didn't even give the slightest hint! The sneaky man! The past couple days have consisted of me standing by your bedside, imagining what it's going to be like with you cuddled up in it. I find myself daydreaming about you constantly these days.

Yesterday, your daddy and I went to the Renaissance Festival. I learned two VERY important things. For starters, those events are not for pregnant women. It's hot and loud and way too many people that could potentially bump into...well...my bump. My mommy "danger" radar kept going off when people got too close. Secondly, never forget sunscreen and an umbrella for shade. I am absolutely roasted. Ouch!

Today has been a completely relaxing day for the both of us...except you've been squirming like crazy! I have no idea what has made you so active on this particular day, but I love it! I adore those reassuring nudges or watching my belly do the wave. I'm going to miss that the most after you're born!

We've got sixteen weeks left, little man! Each passing week brings us closer and closer to seeing your perfect face. I can't tell you how excited mommy and daddy are to have your laughter fill our hearts.

Until next week, Jace! I love you more than I can express! August 9th cannot come fast enough!

Love always,
Mommy