Wow! I can’t believe we have already made it to 12 weeks, and at the same time I know this pregnancy has really only just begun!
If you missed our pregnancy announcement post you can catch up here: We are expecting our second child!
A lot has happened over the past 4 weeks!
New OB and VBAC Update:
I have now met with my new OB, and am VERY happy with him. He is kind and didn’t once laugh at any of my “silly” pregnancy/baby questions. He is optimistic that I will be able to have a VBAC depending on baby’s size.
You may remember with my first son he was born at 38 weeks 10.2 lbs. I was induced for pre-eclampsia, and after 26+ hours of HARD labor, I never progressed passed 4 cm. He did let me know he has delivered 12 lb babies naturally, but I am not sure I want to go there.
We made the decision to play this pregnancy by ear, and keep an eye on Baby Bee’s growth and my health. Our goal is a healthy baby/healthy mama with a potential for VBAC.
He is one of very few doctors who will do VBACs here, so I am fortunate to have him as my OB.
On to the FUN stuff!!
Baby Pictures:
We got to see our sweet Baby Bee 3 times now. I had my 8 week U/S to check on baby and see if our delivery date was correct. Everything was perfect, and baby measured EXACTLY to my due date!
My OB wanted to see for himself how baby was doing, so I got another look at 10 weeks! Isn’t amazing the changes in the baby in only 2 short weeks? Baby Bee was measuring 1 day ahead on this day.
We had our 12 week screening done this week. Baby Bee looked perfect. I can’t believe how perfectly formed the little foot is already! I am sure I will know that foot all too well come December! Baby was measuring FIVE days ahead at this appointment. We didn’t do a 12 week u/s with Squishy, but by his 20 week appointment he was already measuring nearly 2 weeks ahead… I am thinking we are heading into big baby territory again!
How far along? 12 weeks 1 dayTotal weight gain: +1 (And so it begins…)Maternity clothes? Not yet! Last pregnancy I was in them by now, so it is still nice to be able to wear normal clothes.Stretch marks? Just the ones left over from my 10lb 2oz baby boy!Sleep: All the freaking time! If I could take multiple naps a day, I would! (Still completely exhausted all the time!)Best moment this week: Seeing Baby Bee and all the development he/she has done!Miss Anything? Caffeine! Lately I am also missing beer. There is just something about a really hot day and an ice cold beer…Movement: Little flutters, but I suppose it could be gas too… :OFood cravings: Cheese, Mexican food, eggs, and anything grape flavored!Anything making you queasy or sick: Chicken, Meat in general, mushrooms, pretty much anything just depends on the time…Fitness:UGH, this frustrates me. I am so tired all the time, and working out is only making it worse right now. I am hoping to get back into a regular routine soon!!Labor Signs: Nope! (not for a very long time I hope!)Symptoms: Exhaustion and round ligament pain. Nausea is letting up, but flares on days I don’t eat enough.Belly Button in or out? No one needs to see my belly button! LOL It’s still in.Wedding rings on or off? OnHappy or Moody most of the time: Mostly happy, but really really tired. I’m pretty much able to cry on the drop of a dime.Looking forward to: Looking pregnant and not just fluffy!
12 week picture:
Pretty sure my “bump” now is what is still left over from my super large belly last pregnancy. It never really went away, despite lots and lots of workouts… It is funny though that I have the exact same hair color and cut as it was 3.5 years ago! Which if you know my propensity to change hairstyles is only a small miracle!
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Theresa says
You are so cute!!!
Emily says
Thank you Theresa! 🙂
Becca - Our Crazy Boys says
I love your stats!! I never thought to do that when I was pregnant!!
So exciting 🙂
Emily says
Thank you Becca!
Sara @ Mom Endeavors says
What fun! 🙂 I love pregnancy updates! You look great!
Emily says
Sara you are too sweet! Oh, PS I’ll see you in DISNEYLAND very soon!!
RAchel @ Following In My Shoes says
ADORABLE! I always loved the U/S around the 10-12 week marks… they always look like “real” babies at that point (of COURSE, they are but you know what I mean!).
Emily says
I do know what you mean, it is amazing that at 8 weeks they look like beans/gummie bears, then all of a sudden 2-4 weeks later a baby!
Jessica A says
Aww yay for baby #2!! 🙂 Can’t wait to read more updates!
Emily says
Thank you Jessica!! I’m so excited for you!!
Jenn @therebelchick says
How did I not know you were pregnant? Congrats!
Emily says
I do that all the time! It’s hard to keep up with so many different blogs and lives on social media!! Thank you Jenn!!
Canadian Mom Blogger says
You look fantastic!
Emily says
You are too sweet to say so! Thank you!
Marcie W. says
HOORAY for a healthy baby growing and you look great!! So funny, I’ve been calling my nephew (due next week) “Baby B” since the day I found out he was on the way. My second baby was referred to as “Deuce” LOL!
Emily says
Thank you! That is cute! Yeah, Baby Bee – is a play on Baby “b” or number two. I called Squishy June Bug, so I figured this one needed to be an insect too! LOL!! I know I’m crazy! I love Deuce too! 😉
nicole @WriteSpell says
Awww. So sweet. Adorable post.
Emily says
Thanks Nicole!
Zippy Sandler says
You’re absolutely glowing!
Emily says
Thank you Zippy! I’m pretty excited!
debra p says
Really cute!
Emily says
Thank you Debra!
Emily says
🙂 Thank you!
Apryl @ Christian Clippers says
I love ultrasounds!
Emily says
They are just so neat aren’t they!! Thanks Apryl!
Stefani says
Congrats on your little bun in the oven.
Emily says
Thank you Stefani!
Becca @ Mama B says
AHHH sooo happy for you! You look adorable!
Emily says
Thank you Becca! I can’t believe how close you are now! Can’t wait to see your little girl!
Jennifer says
aw you look so cute! Congrats!
Toni @ A Daily Dose says
AWW you look great. Can’t wait to watch your journey.
Emily says
Thank you Toni! I’m excited to write it this time!
Courtney says
You look great!! So excited for you!
Emily says
Thank you Courtney! I am so excited for you too!! Not too much longer now!!
Kathleen says
Awww. So happy for you. Can’t wait to hear what you are having.
Emily says
Thank you Kathleen!! I have really enjoyed following your surrogacy journey!
Colleen says
WOW and I thought my son was big at 9lbs 4ozs. I ended up with three c-sections. Tried for a VBAC with the second but his head was too big and would not drop so they went with c-section. The third one I had no choice. Congrats!
Emily says
I think I will be okay with a second c/s, but I want to keep my options open. You have a beautiful family, and that is the best part!
Lolo says
Auntie Lolo is so excited!! You look great Emily!
Emily says
I love “Auntie Lolo” title!! Thank you!
Donna says
You haven’t changed at all in the last 3.5 years… Very pretty! And, Congrats!
Emily says
You are too kind Donna! Thank you!
Penelope says
You look great, even better this time!
Emily says
You are sweet! Thank you!
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy says
So happy for you. You look great.
Emily says
Thank you Crystal!! I feel bloated! But for a good reason! 🙂
1stopmom says
Congratulations on your new addition!
Emily says
Thank you!!
Tricia Night owl mama says
How exciting. Love the baby at 10 weeks so much detail.