I had this misconception of pregnancy. I thought I would be super happy all the time, glowing, radiant, etc... etc... I thought that I would look and feel like this:
But I look and feel like I look more like this:
Haha. Well not that bad, and plus she needs about 50lbs to be closer to my weight. Speaking of weight, I think I've gained a total 4lbs in the first 9 weeks. I'm going to try and not gain more than an additional pound as I want to make sure I'm only gaining weight that's necessary. I have to admit, food is just sooooooo tempting right now. Meat, not so much. The smell or thought of meat makes me gag.
It is really nice how supportive friends and family are. Friends with babies have been SUPER helpful. I'm thankful to the friends who've been there when I had a fear or needed a bit of reassurance and was right there for me. That's so important. Of course the cherry on top is a great and supportive husband, which I'm thankful to have.
I've also took the recommendation of a friend and rented a Fetal Doppler. I rented it through Fetal Assure who sent me the great little package in no time! This is a way for Jesse and I to both hear the heartbeat together. I think I've found it, but I'm going to try again and listen to the CD that came with the doppler to confirm if it's in fact the heartbeat. It's really quite an experience though to think that you could be hearing the heartbeat of your unborn child.
I'm usually going to bed around 8pm most nights. So I've had some time to just cruise the internet getting ideas of how to do a nursery. I feel it's a bit premature to be planning anything, but it's always fun to look at pictures of beautiful nursery's and furniture.
I think if I have a girl I want to use painted antiques for her furniture. I've found two places I want to check out:
1. My Back Shed in Oakville:
2. Petites et Jolies also in Oakville:
It is really nice how supportive friends and family are. Friends with babies have been SUPER helpful. I'm thankful to the friends who've been there when I had a fear or needed a bit of reassurance and was right there for me. That's so important. Of course the cherry on top is a great and supportive husband, which I'm thankful to have.
I've also took the recommendation of a friend and rented a Fetal Doppler. I rented it through Fetal Assure who sent me the great little package in no time! This is a way for Jesse and I to both hear the heartbeat together. I think I've found it, but I'm going to try again and listen to the CD that came with the doppler to confirm if it's in fact the heartbeat. It's really quite an experience though to think that you could be hearing the heartbeat of your unborn child.
I'm usually going to bed around 8pm most nights. So I've had some time to just cruise the internet getting ideas of how to do a nursery. I feel it's a bit premature to be planning anything, but it's always fun to look at pictures of beautiful nursery's and furniture.
I think if I have a girl I want to use painted antiques for her furniture. I've found two places I want to check out:
1. My Back Shed in Oakville:
One item for a nursery that I have decided on is the rocking chair. I would like something that's practical and super duper comfy. So I have to go and physically check this one out at ikea, but I think it fits the bill:
Anyway, that's enough dreaming for now. Next Monday I am 10 weeks and will have my next appointment. I hope that all goes well. Ultrasound is on the 20th!!!
Em
2 comments on "9 weeks"
I think you are prettier than both of those pictures!
Aw thanks Lori dear :)
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