26 Weeks!

This was taken on Tuesday-- my bump had doubled since then. Today, the bump is large and in charge! I think it has even grown since lunch...

How far along? 26 weeks! We will meet our princess in exactly 3 months or less!!!

Total weight gain/loss: 10 pounds total. 

Maternity clothes? I am still wearing my non-maternity oversized tops. My "pea in the pod" tank in a must! I love it and wear it under most everything. 

Emotions: Cue the tears! We had a big scare Monday with baby girl. After the scariest morning of my life and Jeffrey in another time zone, I am happy to report that baby "Nelly" and I are okay. The doctors had me come in to check everything and we both look great!!! I had a popped blood vessel and am on bed rest for a few days. Praise the LORD baby girl and I are healthy and safe. 

While they were checking me at the doctor's office, I was able to see sweet girly! I mean, HOW CUTE IS SHE?!?!?!?!?!? My heart is so full already!

What are we most excited about next: My first baby shower is this weekend! I am also excited to go back to pilates and working out next week.

What are we least excited about: The 5 hour car ride we are taking this Friday and Sunday... Yuck! Honestly, I am SO thankful baby girl and I are okay, there is nothing I am dreading. 

What I miss: My husband and mom. After Monday I realized how much I truly miss (need) support while going through pregnancy life. 

Movement: Sweet baby is breached so she is tap dancing away on my bladder. Her movements are becoming more frequent and strong. I am loving every second of her nudges. 

Belly button: Still normal!

Size: Baby Nelly is about 2 pounds

How I’m feeling: Thankful and blessed that baby and I are strong and healthy. 

Sickness: I am so Uncomfortable.  

Cravings:

• water
• oatmeal
• popcorn

Aversions:

• Monday mornings!
• Bed rest-- I don't rest well. 
• Dairy! We finally figured out what was making me so nauseous and sick all the time. Baby girl is unlike her mommy and does not like cheese or dairy of any kind. I have been avoiding dairy at all costs and have been a significant difference. 

• Spicy foods. I normally love hot and/or spicy food, but since I have gotten pregnant, I cannot even smell hot spices. 

Physical changes: 

• The bump has made its appearance.  I am shocked at how much she has grown in the past 2 weeks.

Workout: None this week.

Nursery:  Her room has been cleaned out and emptied. We are beginning to get a few things in the mail from friends and family!