Maternity Shirt Debut - 18 weeks

Feeling like I'm starting to get a belly. Funny that in the morning I can still totally fit into my pre-preggo jeans, but by evening my waistline has expanded! I often come home with unbuttoned pants. A lovely look I'm sure.

So, for Rafa's 2-year old b-day party, I decided to wear a maternity top for the first time. I felt a little sheepish, because I don't have an obvious belly just yet. But what the heck. Nobody made fun anyway.

Still haven't gained any weight - 17 weeks

Well, the scales finally made it back to my pre-pregnancy weight today. I lost about 4 pounds during my nauseous first trimester, and know I've gained them back. Still fitting into my "skinny" jeans though, which admittedly feels kinda good. Waiting for the belly to come and make this all seem more real....

First Flutters!! - 17 weeks

I feel our baby move for the first time tonight! It was so light, I had to really concentrate to feel it. It's kind of like a internal tickle on my organs. Such a sweet feeling. Glad our little one is having a good time in there. I feel relief every time I feel a flutter. It's my reminder that all is well.

Strange blood test - 15 weeks

Our midwife called today and told me my blood test came back with an abnormal result. Apparently my platelet count is too low. It is a condition called Thrombocytopenia and it occurs in 7-8% of pregnancies. My count was just over 100k, and normal is at least 150k. She said not to worry about it and that chances are everything would fine, but they'll need to monitor my blood more often. Gag! I hate having my blood taken. Darned "difficult" veins.

Here's the webpage I found that described it:
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/272867-overview

Not worrying. Not worrying. Not worrying.

I could get used to this - 14 weeks

It's been a wonderful RELAXING vacation. I was a little skeptical about how well Rowdy and I would do on a vacation that wasn't filled with adventure. But, I needn't have worried. Mom helped out alot by upgrading us to the oceanfront condo suite. It was AMAZING. Our wraparound deck had an uninterrupted view of the ocean, so we spent much of our time hanging out on in comfy chairs oohing and aahing at the whale show. They were constantly playing and spouting and splashing about, and we were all in awe of them. Well, except Cody, who spent most of his time happily playing with buckets and shovels and running from one end of the deck to the other with his favorite green bucket on his head. :)

Rowdy and I had a lovely date day - we took a sailboat trip out to Molokini and went snorkeling with the fishies and turtles. The crew totally pampered us and we felt very lucky to have a beautiful calm day and no worries. Thanks Mom and Lori!!

Cody got much more comfortable in the water while we were there. Rowdy took him for a swim lesson in the condo pool each day and by the last day he was confident enough to go in the ocean. He wore a life vest, which helped him keep his head above water. I think he liked being independent and being able to kick his way across the pool.

I let all my rules about watching videos slide for the airplane trip (non-stop - out and back). We rented a video player and Cody was mesmerized by it. The flights were virtually painless because of it. Sweeeet.

Hawaii Here We Come! - 13 weeks

Mom and Lori are here and we're off to Maui in the morning! We spent the day getting our toes and suitcases ready. Cody's been running around the house in his life jacket pretending to dive and swim with the fishies. His way of preparing for vacation I suppose. :)

Perfect timing for a warm sunny vacation. My nausea is all but gone now. I'm starting to get a real appetite back. And I haven't officially grown out of my cute summer clothes yet, so this is my last chance to enjoy them! Can't wait to relax on the beach and bury my toes in the sand....

Swish swish swish....

Oh what a beautiful sound!! I burst into tears as soon as I heard it. Cried so hard the midwife couldn't listen to the hearbeat anymore. She gave me a hug instead. Guess I was more anxious that I even knew. SOoooo relieved that all is well with our little baby in me.