Week 21

My appetite is getting out of control, but that is nothing new.  I am up 25 lbs and I am only half-way through the pregnancy.  Next week, we go to Center for Maternal Medicine in Annapolis for an eco-cardiogram.  This is a standard test for diabetic woman so I am not worried.  So far everything looks great.  We are still having a girl (I asked several times).

Now, if we can only decide on names!!!!

The Reveal

I know we have kept you all in suspense for too long.  Finally, the wait is over.  Enjoy the video.  Bill and I are extremely happy!!!

Week 17

I am now craving cream cheese all the time.  This is a little different from our first pregnancy when all I wanted was cheetos and sausage McMuffins.  I have been trying to eat a lot better as well.

I have a new glucose device attached to my belly that measures my blood sugar throughout the day so I don't have to test every 2 hrs like before.  I notice peaks of highs and lows at certain times of the day which I have been trying to avoid.  Instead of resorting to eat carbohydrates for everything, I am trying low glycemic index foods or more protein based food items.  So far I am doing much better reducing the frequency of blood sugar peaks. My main food items now are:  eggs, cheese, hummus and carrots when I get hungry.

Onto other news, we find out the gender next week.  Team Blue or Pink!!  I might take another poll as see what others think.

Week 15

I am happily wearing all my maternity clothes. I have no clue why some people don't like wearing them.  It is like I am wearing pjs everyday.  I have to savor these moments because this most likely will be our last pregnancy.

I am starting to feel some kicks here and there.  It is very exciting!!  I tried to get Colby to feel my belly but he just responds with a weird look and insists on punching me.  Ohh boy!!!

The following week, Bill and I shared the pregnancy news with our co-workers.  I made pink and blue cupcakes.  Everyone was really happy.  I am glad the secret is out.  I can now be fat and happy.

The little bub is now the size of an apple.  Hopefully I will upload the sonogram photo this week.

Week 13

I had the best birthday!!  I turned 31 which wasn't so great, but I did get another sonogram of Baby B #2 and he/she looks wonderful.  This time I could see a head, arms and legs.  It was very reassuring hearing the heartbeat and seeing him move.

After my appointment, we drove to Jersey and stayed at my grandma's for the rest of the long weekend.  Bill took Colby on an adventure to PA for two days while I hung out with my grandma and Aunt.  We got our nails done and ate lots of food.  While in PA, Colby got to spend time with his granny and meet Ted E Bear.  On Sunday, was the day we all were waiting for,  Zenas' wedding.  It was a gorgeous day and the perfect wedding.

Here we go again!!

We're pregnant!! Colby is going to have a brother or a sister in nine months.  We found out July 18th after having a wonderful date.  It all happened so fast, we are still in shock.

I took off August 2nd to see our OB and everything was confirmed.  At the time, I was 5 weeks, 6 days along and baby looks great.  The last 4 weeks I have been feeling super nauseous, like I am on a boat that never stops moving.  I hope it is a phase.

Food and water really upset my stomach.  My pants are getting super tight already and I can't wait to start to wear comfy clothing.  All our families have been told.  This time we decided to let everyone know early on.  Most of are close friends also know too.  This pregnancy I am feeling very lazy.  I hope I stick with the blog and do monthly updates like I did for Colby (http://newchapter-rachael.blogspot.com/).  Only time will tell.  Bill, Colby, Barnacle and I are super excited to watch our family grow.

I hope the next 9 months go off without a hitch.

Here are some photos: