I’m getting the hang of this…

It only took me over 5 months, but I think I’m finally getting used to being pregnant. Most of my days are pretty much the same. They consist of me feeling exhausted and nauseated, taking lots of Zofran, getting a shot in my stomach, eating breakfast, two lunches, two dinners, and lots of snacks in between, and the occasional episode of gagging and vomiting. Oh, and lots of trips to the bathroom as the baby uses my bladder as a punching bag. Most of my excitement with the pregnancy comes from feeling the baby move and kick, seeing her on the ultrasounds, and looking at baby stuff online. Who knew that someone could actually get used to all this and enjoy it? I never thought I would, but I am. I’m slowly, VERY SLOWLY, beginning to understand how women can have more than one baby. By the time my baby girl is actually here, I may *gasp* actually consider going through this again in a few years. Oh no, now I’m overwhelmed at the very thought of it. I need a nap…

Week 22 Ultrasound

I went to the doctor yesterday. He did an ultrasound and Mireya is measuring perfectly! They took measurements on her abdomen, her head, her heart, the amniotic fluid levels, everything. They even estimated her weight at 1 pound 1 ounce! It was amazing to see how much she’s grown in one month. Her little nose is more defined and her legs and arms are longer. The ultrasound tech even made a comment that she thinks she might have really long legs. When they were looking at her heart you could actually see all four chambers! I couldn’t believe how detailed it looked and to watch it pump from the inside was incredible! Now, I’ve added all five photos they took to the Ultrasound Photos page, so check them out! She is soooo cute!!!

“Morning” Sickness

Why do they call it morning sickness? I feel nauseated ALL DAY LONG. Everyone says that you are supposed to feel better after the third month, because your hormones level out. Why then am I still experiencing nausea and vomiting in my fifth month? I’ve even learned how many different ways there are to vomit and Jason runs for cover the minute I start to gag. Mireya, when you get older and you read this, you should know what I went through for you. I love you VERY much and I can’t wait until you get here, but in the mean time I feel awful. Grow fast baby girl!

Dual Weight Gain

I have been keeping close track of how much weight I’m gaining during this pregnancy. I started off by losing 5 pounds, because of all the nausea. Since then, about month number three, I’ve put back on the 5 pounds plus an additional 10 pounds. I figure that is just about perfect. Jason noticed his pants were getting a little tighter, so he weighed himself too. Turns out, I’m not the only one who has put on 10 pounds! Poor Jason. He is quite upset about it and I’ve tried explaining to him that most husbands of expectant wives gain weight. What does he expect really when he eats exactly what I eat? It looks like we are both going to have to find the time to join a gym after Mireya is born. Good luck to us…