Here are pictures at 18 weeks. PS Thank you to Mike for always taking my pictures.
Family photo
8/09/2013
18 Weeks Pictures
I'm just going to say that although to you all I may not look big, I feel like I look huuuge. Especially in pictures. Maybe it's where I hold my elbows. It's weird looking down and my stomach is poking out. I guess I better get used to it because we have a few more months of it. Haha.
Here are pictures at 18 weeks. PS Thank you to Mike for always taking my pictures.
Here are pictures at 18 weeks. PS Thank you to Mike for always taking my pictures.
8/08/2013
18 weeks!
How far along? 18 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 5 pounds ish. Although I feel like I am huge and it's a lot more.
Maternity clothes? Nope.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good! I love me some sleeps!
Best moment this week: When Mike brought me home Crazy Bread last night. So good.
Miss Anything? Not having a belly, haha!
Movement: Yes!!! Little tiny soft ones occasionally. Like someone tapping from the inside. Haha!
Food cravings: A chocolate covered doughnut. Anything chocolate really.
Anything making you queasy or sick: If I see mold it makes me gag.
Have you started to show yet: Yep. I officially have a bit of a belly.
Gender: Boy!!!
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Yesterday I was moody. So moody. Poor Mike. Today I am feeling better and more happy.
Looking forward to: Getting the baby's room ready :)
Total weight gain/loss: 5 pounds ish. Although I feel like I am huge and it's a lot more.
Maternity clothes? Nope.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good! I love me some sleeps!
Best moment this week: When Mike brought me home Crazy Bread last night. So good.
Miss Anything? Not having a belly, haha!
Movement: Yes!!! Little tiny soft ones occasionally. Like someone tapping from the inside. Haha!
Food cravings: A chocolate covered doughnut. Anything chocolate really.
Anything making you queasy or sick: If I see mold it makes me gag.
Have you started to show yet: Yep. I officially have a bit of a belly.
Gender: Boy!!!
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Yesterday I was moody. So moody. Poor Mike. Today I am feeling better and more happy.
Looking forward to: Getting the baby's room ready :)
Other: I miss laying on my stomach in the morning. It is uncomfortable to do so now. My boobs have grown. I am ALWAYS hungry now! Watermelon is my most favorite food ever right now. I eat a lot of it. I am planning on taking belly pictures today so keep your eyes open for that. The end!
8/05/2013
Getting to Know Waffles the Wheaten Terrier
This post is a get to know you for Waffles, our Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
What is your name? Waffles.
Why are you named Waffles? Because Mike wouldn't let Emily name me "Ewok".
How old are you? 2 1/2! I will be 3 in December!
What is your favorite time of day? When Mike gets home. I wait by the door until he comes home and rarely leave his side for the whole night. I love him.
What is your least favorite time of day? When Mike and Emily leave for work and I'm all alone in the house.
Do you know any tricks? Yes! I know how to sit, stay, stand, lay down, shake, and play fetch.
What is your favorite trick to do? Shake. I'm really good at that one.
Are you well behaved? Yes, most of the time. I get really excited when people come over, or strangers pet me. I start shaking my whole body and just can't calm down!
Do you do anything that makes your owners mad? Well, occasionally I poop in the house. My favorite bad thing to do is jump up on the couch and chair. Emily hates it, but it's just so comfy! And then I can see out the window, too!
Are you excited for the new baby? Baby? What's a baby?
What is your favorite thing that Mike does? He practices my tricks with me a lot, and pets me while he is on the computer.
What is your favorite thing Emily does? She takes me on walks. I love walks!
What is your favorite toy? My racquetball. I love to chase and bounce it.
Where do you keep your toys? In my "treasure spot". This used to be the mat in front of the door, but then I peed on it so it got taken away. Now I keep all my toys on or right by my bed. I don't like them being too far away.
Do you like having your hair brushed? Yes, because I get treats. Otherwise, I would rather be laying down or chewing on a bone.
What are you scared of, Waffles? EVERYTHING! I am scared of fireworks, any other dog (even puppies), doors closing, bottles of things shaking, trash bags, THE BROOM (Oh I hate the broom...), the vacuum, and balloons. There are a lot more things I'm scared of but I'll stop my list. I hate balloons the worst.
Anything you want to tell the world? Come pet me and rub my belly! I will lick your face off!
What is your name? Waffles.
Why are you named Waffles? Because Mike wouldn't let Emily name me "Ewok".
How old are you? 2 1/2! I will be 3 in December!
What is your favorite time of day? When Mike gets home. I wait by the door until he comes home and rarely leave his side for the whole night. I love him.
What is your least favorite time of day? When Mike and Emily leave for work and I'm all alone in the house.
Do you know any tricks? Yes! I know how to sit, stay, stand, lay down, shake, and play fetch.
What is your favorite trick to do? Shake. I'm really good at that one.
Are you well behaved? Yes, most of the time. I get really excited when people come over, or strangers pet me. I start shaking my whole body and just can't calm down!
Do you do anything that makes your owners mad? Well, occasionally I poop in the house. My favorite bad thing to do is jump up on the couch and chair. Emily hates it, but it's just so comfy! And then I can see out the window, too!
Are you excited for the new baby? Baby? What's a baby?
What is your favorite thing that Mike does? He practices my tricks with me a lot, and pets me while he is on the computer.
What is your favorite thing Emily does? She takes me on walks. I love walks!
What is your favorite toy? My racquetball. I love to chase and bounce it.
Where do you keep your toys? In my "treasure spot". This used to be the mat in front of the door, but then I peed on it so it got taken away. Now I keep all my toys on or right by my bed. I don't like them being too far away.
Do you like having your hair brushed? Yes, because I get treats. Otherwise, I would rather be laying down or chewing on a bone.
What are you scared of, Waffles? EVERYTHING! I am scared of fireworks, any other dog (even puppies), doors closing, bottles of things shaking, trash bags, THE BROOM (Oh I hate the broom...), the vacuum, and balloons. There are a lot more things I'm scared of but I'll stop my list. I hate balloons the worst.
Anything you want to tell the world? Come pet me and rub my belly! I will lick your face off!
Perks
I love my calling at church. Sometimes I wish I could sit in Sunday School with Mike, but I seriously love Primary.
This week, my teaching partner taught. She was reviewing a story that I had gone over last week. She asked the kids if they remembered the story, and they did! They told her the important parts and even the name of the group of people involved (the Anti Nephi Lehis). I was so proud of them for remembering, and impressed! It makes me feel good they are learning in class and my lessons matter.
My favorite perk is the hugs though. I get at least one hug every Sunday.
I love it. Such cute kids.
7/31/2013
17 Weeks and Dr's Appointment!!
First off, I need to take more pictures of myself, I know. I am determined not to do bathroom selfies for this week though. So it might take a few more days. I feel like I look huge. But I don't. At least that is what people say. Mike says I look "a little pregnant", which is good. Here is my weekly questionnaire!
How far along? 17 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 5 pounds ish.
Maternity clothes? Nope.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good so far. A restless night last night, but I was really excited for today.
Best moment this week: The gender appointment, definitely.
Miss Anything? Being able to bend down normally and put on my socks. I can still bend over, but I feel all squishy on the inside and I don't like it, so I opt for the awkward bend. I also can't plug my phone cord in under my desk anymore with a quick bend over and done. I have to get out of my chair and squat or kneel down. HAHA!
Movement: Not yet... I am really hoping soon.
Food cravings: Cotton candy.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Just random things. Like if I've eaten the same food for lunch or dinner I have to switch it up with a bite of something else or I gag when I've been eating the same flavor too long.
Have you started to show yet: Maybe a bit! Especially after I eat.
Gender: See below :D
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy! And tired lately.
Looking forward to: Our next appointment and showing family and friends pictures of our baby!
How far along? 17 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 5 pounds ish.
Maternity clothes? Nope.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good so far. A restless night last night, but I was really excited for today.
Best moment this week: The gender appointment, definitely.
Miss Anything? Being able to bend down normally and put on my socks. I can still bend over, but I feel all squishy on the inside and I don't like it, so I opt for the awkward bend. I also can't plug my phone cord in under my desk anymore with a quick bend over and done. I have to get out of my chair and squat or kneel down. HAHA!
Movement: Not yet... I am really hoping soon.
Food cravings: Cotton candy.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Just random things. Like if I've eaten the same food for lunch or dinner I have to switch it up with a bite of something else or I gag when I've been eating the same flavor too long.
Have you started to show yet: Maybe a bit! Especially after I eat.
Gender: See below :D
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy! And tired lately.
Looking forward to: Our next appointment and showing family and friends pictures of our baby!
Other: Well. My back hurts a lot now. Just my lower back on the left side. I have had the pregnancy brain a few times now and it is not fun! I feel like if I really have to go to the bathroom then I waddle a little bit. That is all.
And to our pictures.... of our sweet baby BOY!!! First.. a short story.
Once we got into the ultrasound room the doctor asked, "So what do you guys think?" I said, "Mike thinks it's a girl, I think it's a boy." Within like 2 seconds of looking around he says "Well, you are right, he's wrong." Just like that! He said he's 99.99% sure it's a boy. From looking at the pictures, I think he's right.
On a side note, so I remember this years down the line. I had to pee SOOOO BADLY! I went to the bathroom at work at like 2:45 (the appointment was at 4:30) and then I was worried that my bladder wouldn't be full enough or whatever so I drank a whole bunch of water really fast. And then I drank orange juice on the way there (so the baby would be a movin'!) ohhh my gosh I had to pee. So the doctor said, "oh man you are like ready to burst! I could make you pee right here!" Haha! So after he saw that it was a boy real quick, he let me go to the bathroom and he had to take a phone call. After that we got to look at our baby more and take a few more pictures. I am glad I did not pee on that bed. That would have been horrible.
Okay, here are the pictures!!
So I don't know what the baby is doing here. But the picture is zoomed in a lot, and the thing hanging down is his.. umm.. thing.
And there it is again! My baby's bits! Everyone take a look!
Here's the first picture the doctor took. Our first glance at the "goods".
And here is a cool picture of our baby's head and back.
Yay for Baby Boy Lowder!
And to our pictures.... of our sweet baby BOY!!! First.. a short story.
Once we got into the ultrasound room the doctor asked, "So what do you guys think?" I said, "Mike thinks it's a girl, I think it's a boy." Within like 2 seconds of looking around he says "Well, you are right, he's wrong." Just like that! He said he's 99.99% sure it's a boy. From looking at the pictures, I think he's right.
On a side note, so I remember this years down the line. I had to pee SOOOO BADLY! I went to the bathroom at work at like 2:45 (the appointment was at 4:30) and then I was worried that my bladder wouldn't be full enough or whatever so I drank a whole bunch of water really fast. And then I drank orange juice on the way there (so the baby would be a movin'!) ohhh my gosh I had to pee. So the doctor said, "oh man you are like ready to burst! I could make you pee right here!" Haha! So after he saw that it was a boy real quick, he let me go to the bathroom and he had to take a phone call. After that we got to look at our baby more and take a few more pictures. I am glad I did not pee on that bed. That would have been horrible.
Okay, here are the pictures!!
Yay for Baby Boy Lowder!
7/29/2013
11 Weeks.. I forgot this one too I guess.
How far along? 11 weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: I think I've officially gained a pound. It's been there the past few times I've stepped on the scale.
Maternity clothes? Nope. My jeans are getting tighter. Yuck.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good. I wake up tired even if I have had a good sleep though.
Best moment this week: It's been a pretty normal week. I don't think there has been a best moment.
Have you told family and friends: One or two friends, his and my parents. And my sister guessed. Telling some more family this weekend.
Miss Anything? Deli meat and paninis still. And brownie batter and cookie dough..
Movement: Not yet! Hopefully in a few weeks!
Food cravings: Chocolate milk. Really anything chocolate.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Ohhh yeah. I thought I was doing better, but then I back tracked and have been throwing up more again.
Have you started to show yet: After I eat I think I look huge. Otherwise, no.
Gender prediction: I think it will be a boy, and Mike thinks it will be a girl.
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Most usually happy. Or stressed. I have stress moments sometimes. I have also started to tee up at random times because someone "worked so hard to achieve that!"
Looking forward to: Our next appointment in a few weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: I think I've officially gained a pound. It's been there the past few times I've stepped on the scale.
Maternity clothes? Nope. My jeans are getting tighter. Yuck.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good. I wake up tired even if I have had a good sleep though.
Best moment this week: It's been a pretty normal week. I don't think there has been a best moment.
Have you told family and friends: One or two friends, his and my parents. And my sister guessed. Telling some more family this weekend.
Miss Anything? Deli meat and paninis still. And brownie batter and cookie dough..
Movement: Not yet! Hopefully in a few weeks!
Food cravings: Chocolate milk. Really anything chocolate.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Ohhh yeah. I thought I was doing better, but then I back tracked and have been throwing up more again.
Have you started to show yet: After I eat I think I look huge. Otherwise, no.
Gender prediction: I think it will be a boy, and Mike thinks it will be a girl.
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Most usually happy. Or stressed. I have stress moments sometimes. I have also started to tee up at random times because someone "worked so hard to achieve that!"
Looking forward to: Our next appointment in a few weeks!
7/25/2013
16 weeks!
How far along? 16 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: I haven't stepped in the scale for probably a week or so. So I am guessing the same, maybe a little more.
Maternity clothes? Nope. My jeans are fitting a little more snug, but they still fit.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good! I haven't had to pee as much lately, so I sleep better in the morning now :)
Best moment this week: Debating names with Mike and talking about our plans.
Miss Anything? Mountain Dew again.
Movement: Not yet. I am hoping SOON!
Food cravings: French bread dipped in marinara sauce. Chocolate milk. Pizza. Baked potatoes. Fruity Pebbles. You know, the random things.
Anything making you queasy or sick: I'm feeling a lot better in the mornings, but still gaggy at least once a day still.
Have you started to show yet: I just look chubby I think. Showing quite a bit after I eat though.
Gender prediction: I think it will be a boy, and Mike thinks it will be a girl. We will find out on Wednesday.
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Looking forward to: The gender appointment on the 31st!! Ahhhh!
Total weight gain/loss: I haven't stepped in the scale for probably a week or so. So I am guessing the same, maybe a little more.
Maternity clothes? Nope. My jeans are fitting a little more snug, but they still fit.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good! I haven't had to pee as much lately, so I sleep better in the morning now :)
Best moment this week: Debating names with Mike and talking about our plans.
Miss Anything? Mountain Dew again.
Movement: Not yet. I am hoping SOON!
Food cravings: French bread dipped in marinara sauce. Chocolate milk. Pizza. Baked potatoes. Fruity Pebbles. You know, the random things.
Anything making you queasy or sick: I'm feeling a lot better in the mornings, but still gaggy at least once a day still.
Have you started to show yet: I just look chubby I think. Showing quite a bit after I eat though.
Gender prediction: I think it will be a boy, and Mike thinks it will be a girl. We will find out on Wednesday.
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Looking forward to: The gender appointment on the 31st!! Ahhhh!
Other: My back on the lower left side has really been bothering me. I miss rolling over and sleeping on my stomach in the mornings. I got all teary at the end of Despicable Me 2... Yay hormones. I have to write things down because I suck at remembering things now!
7/19/2013
15 weeks pictures
I promise I will get pictures and posts on the same day soon so there won't be two. Anyway. Mike is out playing ball so selfie bathroom pictures again. I just ate just a little bit ago, so I am really not this big yet. It's just the food. Haha! Also one way I look big and the other way I don't. Maybe I was turned weird for the first one. Yeah, we will go with that.
7/18/2013
15 weeks
How far along? 15 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 2 pounds I think. I think it looks like a lot more than that though!
Maternity clothes? Nope.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good! I haven't had to pee as much lately, so I sleep better in the morning now :)
Best moment this week: Having our nephew Isaac ask me if the baby was out of my tummy yet. Lol so cute.
Have you told family and friends: Yes, finally!
Miss Anything? Nothing I can think of.
Movement: Not yet. I am hoping SOON!
Food cravings: French bread dipped in marinara sauce. Mike made steaks last night and that hit the spot. Mmm.
Anything making you queasy or sick: I'm feeling a lot better in the mornings, but still gaggy at least once a day still.
Have you started to show yet: I just look chubby I think.
Gender prediction: I think it will be a boy, and Mike thinks it will be a girl. In two weeks we will find out!
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Mostly happy! And tired lately.
Looking forward to: The gender appointment on the 31st!! Ahhhh!
Total weight gain/loss: 2 pounds I think. I think it looks like a lot more than that though!
Maternity clothes? Nope.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Sleep has been good! I haven't had to pee as much lately, so I sleep better in the morning now :)
Best moment this week: Having our nephew Isaac ask me if the baby was out of my tummy yet. Lol so cute.
Have you told family and friends: Yes, finally!
Miss Anything? Nothing I can think of.
Movement: Not yet. I am hoping SOON!
Food cravings: French bread dipped in marinara sauce. Mike made steaks last night and that hit the spot. Mmm.
Anything making you queasy or sick: I'm feeling a lot better in the mornings, but still gaggy at least once a day still.
Have you started to show yet: I just look chubby I think.
Gender prediction: I think it will be a boy, and Mike thinks it will be a girl. In two weeks we will find out!
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Mostly happy! And tired lately.
Looking forward to: The gender appointment on the 31st!! Ahhhh!
Other: I figured I should do an "other" section in case there are other things I want to mention. Yesterday I thought this was a really good idea and had a list of "others" but by today I have forgotten them all. Maybe next week I will remember.
7/17/2013
Mario Kart FHE
Mike's brother came over for FHE last night. I was planning a Mario Kart night, so the more the merrier!
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