Thursday, February 25, 2010
We're Back
I am 19 weeks, woo hoo! I had a follow up ultrasound to check on my Placenta Abruption situation today and things are looking better. Baby Smith measured exactly 19 weeks. He was active, kicking and punching...so cute! Matthew was so excited to see him in action for the first time, it really is so amazing to watch. The Dr. will give me the results of what they saw at my next appointment, but the tech said she didn't see anything alarming. My belly is measuring right on the money & baby's heart rate is 153. Dr. Terry released me to go back to work on March 9th, so only 1 more week of taking it easy (thank goodness). I am so excited to get the nursery going! We haven't done any shopping, seriously I'm not even joking!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Belly Belly Little Belly
I am 18 weeks today & thought I better get some belly shots on here so everyone can have a good laugh at my expense!
18 weeks 2 days
All we need is just a little patience
I am 18 weeks along today. I have had a pretty enjoyable pregnancy so far.
I haven't felt sick or pukey. I feel extremely lucky for that! My appetite is definitely healthy. No problems eating here people! Before I was pregnant, I was very strict with my diet. Now that I'm "Knocked Up" my discipline has laxed A LOT! I have been eating pretty much what ever I want. I think my cravings have been pretty normal...If you consider wanting to eat MEXICAN food for every meal normal?! Arriba! I've had more burritos, chips & salsa in the last 4 months than I think I've had my entire life! And those freakin Reese’s peanut butter hearts for Valentine's...yikes, I've scarffed me down a few BAGS of those! I know once the baby is here, it will be back to the grind so I figure I'll try and enjoy it while it lasts.
My energy level is much higher than it was my 1st Trimester. (I was in bed by 6pm every night.) Before I was pregnant I was working out 4 or more days a week. I haven't felt that energetic, but I have managed to work out 1-3 days a week. I had to give up the stair master for walking on the treadmill on an incline for 30 minutes while carrying 8 lb hand weights and doing some arm exercises. After my walk I do Abs and weight training rotating Arms, Legs & Back on different days. My weight gain definitely makes my workouts more challenging, but I won't complain because I know it's only going to get worse!
I have noticed the fact that I am a bit more emotional than usual. Crying during comercials, crying over Matthew trying to reorganize the kitchen, just random funny things. I guess it's all the hormones. Luckily Matthew has been very understanding and helpful!
We had a bit of a surprise today...
I had to leave work to get an emergency ultrasound. I was experiencing some bleeding and the Dr. wanted to make sure everything looked ok. I was terrified that something was very wrong and it took all my courage to even look at the screen while the ultrasound was being performed. I was relieved when I saw the babies profile but then I instantly thought What if there is no heart beat?! I couldn't even prepare for the idea of losing our precious baby boy. I was so thankful to see and hear his strong beautiful heart beat & get the answers I was so anxiously awaiting. The ultrasound revealed that I have Placenta Abruption. This happens when some of the placenta separates from the uterine wall, which increases the risk of cutting off oxygen from the baby. The separation is small so treatment is BED REST. Usually the problem with time will remedy itself but there is no guaranty that I will be able to go back to work. The Dr. is going to re evaluate everything in 1 week so for now I am home sitting or laying down ONLY. I am trying to stay up-beat, but it's really hard when you can't do anything you normally do. It's challenging to be stuck at home all day and night with no outlet. No laundry, No dishes, No making the bed, No cooking...it sounds like every wife's dream right?! But I really struggle to feel of value when I can't do the things that make me so happy as a wife. Matthew has been so amazing; I don't know how he is dealing with this so well. This is his busiest time of year & I can't do anything to make it easier on him. I am so bored, but I've been trying to take this opportunity to read, look at baby stuff online & watch movies. Wow, I really miss my job too...and it's only been 2 days!
I haven't felt sick or pukey. I feel extremely lucky for that! My appetite is definitely healthy. No problems eating here people! Before I was pregnant, I was very strict with my diet. Now that I'm "Knocked Up" my discipline has laxed A LOT! I have been eating pretty much what ever I want. I think my cravings have been pretty normal...If you consider wanting to eat MEXICAN food for every meal normal?! Arriba! I've had more burritos, chips & salsa in the last 4 months than I think I've had my entire life! And those freakin Reese’s peanut butter hearts for Valentine's...yikes, I've scarffed me down a few BAGS of those! I know once the baby is here, it will be back to the grind so I figure I'll try and enjoy it while it lasts.
My energy level is much higher than it was my 1st Trimester. (I was in bed by 6pm every night.) Before I was pregnant I was working out 4 or more days a week. I haven't felt that energetic, but I have managed to work out 1-3 days a week. I had to give up the stair master for walking on the treadmill on an incline for 30 minutes while carrying 8 lb hand weights and doing some arm exercises. After my walk I do Abs and weight training rotating Arms, Legs & Back on different days. My weight gain definitely makes my workouts more challenging, but I won't complain because I know it's only going to get worse!
I have noticed the fact that I am a bit more emotional than usual. Crying during comercials, crying over Matthew trying to reorganize the kitchen, just random funny things. I guess it's all the hormones. Luckily Matthew has been very understanding and helpful!
We had a bit of a surprise today...
I had to leave work to get an emergency ultrasound. I was experiencing some bleeding and the Dr. wanted to make sure everything looked ok. I was terrified that something was very wrong and it took all my courage to even look at the screen while the ultrasound was being performed. I was relieved when I saw the babies profile but then I instantly thought What if there is no heart beat?! I couldn't even prepare for the idea of losing our precious baby boy. I was so thankful to see and hear his strong beautiful heart beat & get the answers I was so anxiously awaiting. The ultrasound revealed that I have Placenta Abruption. This happens when some of the placenta separates from the uterine wall, which increases the risk of cutting off oxygen from the baby. The separation is small so treatment is BED REST. Usually the problem with time will remedy itself but there is no guaranty that I will be able to go back to work. The Dr. is going to re evaluate everything in 1 week so for now I am home sitting or laying down ONLY. I am trying to stay up-beat, but it's really hard when you can't do anything you normally do. It's challenging to be stuck at home all day and night with no outlet. No laundry, No dishes, No making the bed, No cooking...it sounds like every wife's dream right?! But I really struggle to feel of value when I can't do the things that make me so happy as a wife. Matthew has been so amazing; I don't know how he is dealing with this so well. This is his busiest time of year & I can't do anything to make it easier on him. I am so bored, but I've been trying to take this opportunity to read, look at baby stuff online & watch movies. Wow, I really miss my job too...and it's only been 2 days!
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