The Big Boy Bed

After climbing out of the crib numerous times, we decided it was time to move Jackson to the big boy bed… which we needed to do by the end of the summer anyways it just happened a lot sooner!

First we moved all of the furniture out to Brooklyn's room so we could paint Jackson's. He was not happy about that!! He spent a few days on his mattress on the floor while we painted and let his room air out. The first nap was pretty rough.. I even tried laying down with him which just resulted in him body slamming on top of me, poking my eyes, and playing peek-a-boo. It was really hilarious but so not the point. So I finally had to let him cry it out. He slept about 45 minutes. That night he cried for maybe 5 minutes max and went to sleep. Each night got better and better! So then of course we had to move him to his bed and room (for future reference I would have done this all in one step but we HAD to paint).

The first night he cried a little then got up and beat down the door. He then fell asleep on the floor (broke my heart) but then got up and put himself to sleep in his bed! Success! Every night has gotten better to the point he doesn't even get out until the morning. He has been getting up pretty early but what's new?! For Jackson this was a pretty awesome transition! Now if we could just get him potty trained ;)

Bed: Pottery Barn Kids with one mattress (from Amazon) no box spring and on the lowest level (our bed has two)
Bumpers: Magic Bumpers from Amazon- these things are amazing! He can climb in and out but they keep him from falling out. And bonus you can easily travel with them.
We baby proofed the door knobs

He has a pillow in the bed but he doesn't actually sleep on it yet. And I'm too scared to actually put him under the sheets yet so he sleeps on top with his blankies and monkey.

25 Weeks

How far along? 25 weeks

Total weight gain:

 12 pounds (5 less than Jackson at 25 weeks)

Maternity clothes? 

Maternity

Stretch marks? 

Nope.

Sleep: 

Pretty good

Best moment this week: 

Hearing her heartbeat!  

Miss Anything? 

Feeling NOT tired

Movement:
Bigger movements but still nothing consistent or that Jamie can feel.

Food cravings: 

Sweets!! 

Anything making you queasy or sick: 

Not that I can think of

Gender: 

GIRL

Labor Signs:

More Braxton Hicks

Symptoms: 

REFLUX that makes me not want to eat. Back pain. So very very tired.

Belly Button in or out? 

It's out

Wedding rings on or off? 

On barely. I bought a fake one because I know my days are numbered. The heat is making me swell.

Have you started to show yet?

Yes

Happy or Moody most of the time: 

Happy/moody/tired. Really just tired. 

Looking forward to: 

Our ultrasound tomorrow!

Nesting:

I think the nesting started when I got pregnant but it's in full force now..seriously. I whiten our pillows, washed the couch, cleaned the oven, I'm organizing and painting everything…If I had more energy this whole house would be done!
Dr Appointment Update:
We had our monthly appointment today where they surprise! did my glucose test (totally didn't think it was happening today which would have changed what I ate) and tested my iron which was fine. Her heartbeat was great! The doctor told me to try Tums for the reflux because I should not be skipping meals… which I've been avoiding dinner because of it. The big appointment is tomorrow fingers crossed!

15 more weeks!!

24 Weeks/6 months

How far along? 24 weeks

Total weight gain:

7+ pounds I’ll find out next week.

Maternity clothes? 

Mostly maternity

Stretch marks? 

Nope

Sleep: 

Pretty good! I can just never get enough!

Best moment this week: 

Getting her dresser!! Feeling a lot more movements! And enjoying my very round bump! Jackson's was always a little weird shaped so I'm loving this one!

Miss Anything? 

DIET COKE. I want one so bad. I know they are so bad for you but I LOVE them. 

Movement: 

She is really kicking or punching my hip bones! So much that I was hysterically laughing during work the other day. I can now feel her from the outside :)

Food cravings: 

Drum sticks, donuts, sugar, sugar, sugar. Not kidding it's bad.

Anything making you queasy or sick: 

White sauce still

Gender: 

GIRL

Labor Signs:

Having a few Braxton Hicks at night

Symptoms: 

Reflux. I can't eat anything even remotely spicy (again opposite of Jackson) it's to the point I can only eat bread and milk for dinner. My feet are swelling and my knees hurt… just in time for my mother's day massage :)

Belly Button in or out? 

The bottom part is hanging on for dear life but Jamie told called me out the other day saying, "Hey your belly button's out!"

Wedding rings on or off? 

On but getting tight :(

Have you started to show yet?

Yes, and was told about a million times Wednesday how big my belly is..I think people want to die ;) 

Happy or Moody most of the time: 

HAPPY!!! :))) Still moody at times if I'm being honest.

Looking forward to: 

The next doctor’s appointment- Thursday and Friday. Getting more baby stuff. We went shopping for a double stroller ouch are they expensive!! But I can't wait to get one!

Workout:

None until I'm cleared for it which is really fine. Walking has been bothersome so I'm not sure I can do much more anyways.

Reading:

Divergent it's amazing! I'm trying to get all my non kid/baby books in before she arrives.

Furry Babies:

Stella is still obsessed with sleeping with me

+/- 16 weeks!!!!! 

23 Weeks

How far along? 23 weeks

Total weight gain:

 7+ pounds 

Maternity clothes? 

Yes

Stretch marks? 

Nope

Sleep: 

Pretty good! My hips are starting to hurt more from sleeping on my side.

Best moment this week: 

Feeling more kicks on the outside! 

Miss Anything? 

Nope!

Movement: 

She's moving more, Jamie still hasn't felt it yet  

Food cravings: 

Ice cream, donuts, sweets

Anything making you queasy or sick: 

Tension headaches

Gender: 

GIRL

Labor Signs:

No

Symptoms: 

Tension headaches this week yuck! I have found if I take naps while Jackson's napping (on my days off) even if I'm not tired it has really been helping.

Belly Button in or out? 

The top part

Wedding rings on or off? 

On! 

Have you started to show yet?

Yes! There is no question

Happy or Moody most of the time: 

Excited!!

Looking forward to: 

The next ultrasound! And making hair bows :)

Reading:

Fun books! But Jamie's finally reading Bring up Bebe

22 Weeks

How far along? 22 weeks

Total weight gain:

 7+ pounds 

Maternity clothes? 

Mostly maternity 

Stretch marks? 

Nope

Sleep: 

Awesome! Of course I would like to sleep more :)

Best moment this week: 

Feeling more movement randomly during the day

Miss Anything? 

Really wanted some wine the other day...

Movement: 

More movements that I am feeling even when I'm busy! Very exciting!

Food cravings: 

DONUTS!! I want them so bad!! 

Anything making you queasy or sick: 

White sauce. I can't even talk about it

Gender: 

GIRL

Labor Signs:

No. Some pressure but it's probably from the placenta previa or her positioning

Symptoms: 

I'm exhausted. When does this end?! My knees hurt (so weird). Generally I just don't feel that great. 

Belly Button in or out? 

The top is out…waiting on the bottom

Wedding rings on or off? 

On

Have you started to show yet?

YES 

Happy or Moody most of the time: 

HAPPY but stressed. I know I shouldn't worry but I hate the unknown. I can't for the next ultrasound

Looking forward to: 

Jamie feeling the baby kick! 

21 Weeks

How far along? 21 weeks

Total weight gain:
7 pounds 

Maternity clothes? 

Mix of both… I think I'm officially retiring my work shirts for next week 

Stretch marks? 

Nope

Sleep: 

Great

Best moment this week: 

 Finally feeling more little kicks and arm movements! 

Miss Anything? 

No

Movement: 

More distinct movements instead of big movements I love it! She gets really active around lunch and very quiet in the morning (fingers crossed she's a sleeper)

Food cravings: 

Perrier, Easter candy, salad (so weird), chips

Anything making you queasy or sick: 

Certain smells

Gender: 

GIRL

Labor Signs:

No

Symptoms: 

Sciatic nerve pain is back and switching sides, lower back pain, and some pressure. Still really tired.

Belly Button in or out? 

The top is out… it happened.

Wedding rings on or off? 

On

Have you started to show yet?

Yes! Everyone at work and Jackson's school have made comments  

Happy or Moody most of the time: 

HAPPY!!! :))) 

Looking forward to: 

More movements! Seeing her in a couple weeks
Dr. Update:
The doctor says the placenta previa can move up, however, I'm on restrictions until it does. I go back at 25 weeks to check and then again at 32 weeks if it's not resolved. After 32 weeks he said it won't move up. They will schedule a c-section between 37-39 weeks depending on how the baby is doing. That's the plan unless I start bleeding. It's good to know the plan and all the options that we hopefully won't need :)