16 Weeks

That's how far along I am. To some it may not seem like much, but when I started to think about it, that means that I only have 24(ish) weeks left to go. I'm finally starting to feel like I'm starting to look somewhat pregnant. Although it's hard for other's to tell at times depending on what I'm wearing, I'm pretty conscious of my growing stomach. I've gotten lots of, "You sure don't look pregnant!" comments. Well, I'm tall and this is our first. What do they expect?!

I am trying to document my pregnancy through pictures though, so I'm taking belly shots every other Saturday. Here are this weekends pictures:

I think I "popped' out a little bit between Thursday and Friday. I joked and told Jacob that it must've been because I was rubbing it the day before. That's how it works, right? ;)

I've been thinking back on the past 11 weeks (which is how long I've known I was pregnant), and I really can't complain too much. I'm actually really enjoying it for the most part. It's not that every day is a picnic, but I'm thankful that other than 2 random mornings, I haven't had to experience morning sickness. Certain foods would sound gross at times, but I could usually eat pretty much anything. I'd say my biggest pregnancy complaints have been frequent and painful headaches (although I've only had 1 in the past 4 days. I think that's a record!) and sore muscles/round ligament pain. Oh, and just being plain old tired and worn out! Even though I'm in the 2nd trimester I struggle with energy most days. By mid-afternoon I'm usually ready to fall asleep in the rocking chair at work! And at home, I've taken more naps than I probably have since I myself was a baby. That and I fall asleep on the couch before bedtime most nights!

Tuesday I have my 16 week appointment and Jacob is going to go with me. This will be the first time that he's been able to go with me, so he'll get to hear the heartbeat for himself. I've heard it twice already, but I'm excited to see him experience it for the first time! Then I'll be able to set up my next appointment, which should include our 20 week ultrasound. That's when we will hopefully learn if we are having a boy or a girl! That's only about a month away! Then we'll be able to call the baby by name. I don't know if I've shared our names or not. Our boy name is Daniel Jacob. Our girl name is Madison. We don't have a middle name picked out yet for a girl.

Anyway, just thought I'd give a baby update...I know at least the grandma's enjoy reading about it! :)