Some little facts of what's going on right nowHow far? In the picture, I am 17 weeks however, this little lady is actually measuring a week ahead (I am not complaining about that)
How big is baby? She is about palm size measuring around 5 inches long and weighing in at a whopping 5 (or more) oz.
Total weight gain or loss? I am 1 pound away from my PRE-pregnancy weight. Lets just say the first trimester was pretty rough but I am now slowly putting back on the weight.
Maternity clothes? Nope - I am holding off as long as possible. However, most of my britches don't fit but a belly band has solved that issue for now.
Symptoms? Good night - my sciatic nerve has been KILLING me since week 11. And it just keeps getting worse. Anyone know some good things to do other than stretches to help deal with the pain?? Also the migraines - I am down to maybe 1-2 a week and daily headaches but they keep improving and getting fewer the further along I am.
SIDE NOTE: I am not complaining - I am so grateful to be pregnant and more than happy to be uncomfortable for this little angel to be part of the family!
What I miss? Starbucks! My morning and afternoon coffee, especially with it getting colder outside! And my energy! Luckily my energy is slowly returning and I can't wait to get back into my exercise routine.
Cravings? Fruit has been my saving grace. It has been the only consistent thing I have liked this far in my pregnancy but in the last week or so, candy has been hitting the spot. Poor Tren didn't get any kit kats from the trick or treating candy (not many of the kids did either) because I literally scarfed down about 15 bars. Not good!
Best moment this week: So I work with an adolescent population. Some are pretty smart and savvy, some just choose to be super naughty, others have fried their brains with drugs and some are lower IQ. I happen to be checking in and assessing one of my REALLY low IQ girls. I had her get on the scale for her weight and the girl looks down at my belly and says 'WHOA, your stomach is really fat!' I reminded her that this is not an appropriate comment but she didn't seem to care what I said. She then proceeded to say 'I hope you're pregnant or something!' Again, as I am trying not to laugh, proceed to remind her to use her social skills. Again - nurse Chylie is ignored. She says - 'you have got to be like 8 months along.' I gave up - told her yes, I am pregnant but none of her peers know so it's going to be our little secret. It made her day that we had a 'secret' and quite frankly, she made mine. You gotta love the honesty!
How big is baby? She is about palm size measuring around 5 inches long and weighing in at a whopping 5 (or more) oz.
Total weight gain or loss? I am 1 pound away from my PRE-pregnancy weight. Lets just say the first trimester was pretty rough but I am now slowly putting back on the weight.
Maternity clothes? Nope - I am holding off as long as possible. However, most of my britches don't fit but a belly band has solved that issue for now.
Symptoms? Good night - my sciatic nerve has been KILLING me since week 11. And it just keeps getting worse. Anyone know some good things to do other than stretches to help deal with the pain?? Also the migraines - I am down to maybe 1-2 a week and daily headaches but they keep improving and getting fewer the further along I am.
SIDE NOTE: I am not complaining - I am so grateful to be pregnant and more than happy to be uncomfortable for this little angel to be part of the family!
What I miss? Starbucks! My morning and afternoon coffee, especially with it getting colder outside! And my energy! Luckily my energy is slowly returning and I can't wait to get back into my exercise routine.
Cravings? Fruit has been my saving grace. It has been the only consistent thing I have liked this far in my pregnancy but in the last week or so, candy has been hitting the spot. Poor Tren didn't get any kit kats from the trick or treating candy (not many of the kids did either) because I literally scarfed down about 15 bars. Not good!
Best moment this week: So I work with an adolescent population. Some are pretty smart and savvy, some just choose to be super naughty, others have fried their brains with drugs and some are lower IQ. I happen to be checking in and assessing one of my REALLY low IQ girls. I had her get on the scale for her weight and the girl looks down at my belly and says 'WHOA, your stomach is really fat!' I reminded her that this is not an appropriate comment but she didn't seem to care what I said. She then proceeded to say 'I hope you're pregnant or something!' Again, as I am trying not to laugh, proceed to remind her to use her social skills. Again - nurse Chylie is ignored. She says - 'you have got to be like 8 months along.' I gave up - told her yes, I am pregnant but none of her peers know so it's going to be our little secret. It made her day that we had a 'secret' and quite frankly, she made mine. You gotta love the honesty!
So cute Chylie! It's fun to hear about your pregnancy experience. And congratulations that it's a girl! It would be congrats if it was a boy too, but you know what I mean. I'm glad to hear that some things are getting easier. I hope the back pain eases for you. Can't wait to meet her!
ReplyDeleteChylie! Your belly is adorable! I'm so happy for your little family! You are going to LOVE motherhood!
ReplyDeleteHaha just noticed the comment from the first person (Sara). She is my second cousin! Small world!
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