Can you feel it?!

"I sure did!!" (that was for you, DAD)

I didn't think it would happen this early on!!!

So last night, I was 19 weeks 3 days. I have been feeling Pebble moving around for a few weeks now, and feeling definite kicks for a few days. I had a Dr. Pepper at about 9pm because my stomach felt a little upset and that always works. We were at Cameron's 9:15 basketball game, so I figured the caffine wouldn't really keep me up in a bad way...it could only help this exhausted preggo!! Well, the caffine affected Pebble for sure!!! all through the game I kept having to change positions because I would get uncomfortable from all the kicking!!! We ended up getting home at 11:00 ( I know! so late!) and I got ready for bed and laid down next to Cameron. Well, Pebble wasn't over the caffine high just yet!! He was going CRAZY in there! I said to Cameron "Ok, these kicks are super hard! I know you probably can't feel them, but try!!"

He sat holding my belly for a good amount of time being so still and patient, and sure enough as I felt a really good one, he said "Oh, I felt THAT!". HE got to feel a couple of good kicks before things calmed down, and We were finally able to rest for the night. I went to sleep with the biggest smile on my face (as did he) because Cameron can finally be a part of this pregnancy and feel how real this all is! His part so far (although so VERY important) has been taking care of me and taking care of the chores I have just been too tired to do. Now, he can feel his son squirming around in there!

By the way, my due date has been moved to October 4th...not too much difference, but a change.

Next Dr Appt : June 1st

Whoops! Forgot one!

They took a 3d picture of his face, too. Not too clear because they say he doesn't have any fat in his face, so you see more of a skeletal structure.

We did the big 'ole ultrasound today!!!

Here is Pebble's head and belly and looking at you

Here you can see a leg and foot, from a side view

And here's the, um, Penis.

And, uh, another angle of the penis.

So, It is undoubtedly a BOY!!! No names yet. We still need to start thinking about that.

Hair Today....STILL THERE tomorrow!

I've heard that pregnancy can change the growth of hair, but geez.

Some women say their hair grows faster, some stronger, some say it falls out. Well, well well. Here I am at 19 weeks, and I can't stand looking at my bare belly! My freakin' hair decided to start growing on my baby bump. It's like a fuzzy navel (ha ha! get it?!)! Cameron swears up and down it's not bad, but I am just not a fan. Does it go away, or am I stuck with wolverine tummy forever?! Luckily, it is light in color. I think I'll manage...LOL

Another hair problem I have had since the beginning is dandruff. Because my skin has dried out so much, I am at a loss for what to do for my scalp. I have had dry skin my whole life and know how to hydrate and use lotion to keep my skin normal. My scalp? Not so much. I've tried all the product out there and I am still dealing with it so I am over trying to get rid of it and instead embracing it.

I went in to the Dr yesterday because I had a weird sensation/pain that was consistent throughout the day and I wasn't so much worried as much as wanting to make sure it was normal. Well, it's not. Here I am on antibiotics for a bladder infection again. So now I will be closely monitored for the rest of the pregnancy so it can be caught and taken care of every time.

Monday is quickly approaching, and we are thrilled to finally know what we are having (yes, I know it's a baby)! We want to start looking for ideas for the nursery, and as much as the frugal fanny in me would like to go gender-neutral I probably won't. We did get the first piece of nursery furniture! One of James' therapists gave us her rocker/glider last weekend, and we LOVE it. It is something I wanted so badly, and now we have one. Another of James's therapists is giving us a bassinet/cradle (Thank you so much, Lauren!!!), and she also gave me a TON of cute maternity clothes! Like I said in the last post, I am so blessed to have the connections I get from my job, and we are so grateful to those we know.

Bed time. Can't keep my eyes open.

Keep on the lookout Monday!!!! Big news WILL be posted-hopefully including pictures!!

Next Dr. Appt : May 11th 10:15 AM