I figure I am long overdue for a pregnancy post. After all I love journaling about my pregnancies and so I really need to do it more often. Good thing I have my "Belly Book" from my sister-in-law!
This pregnancy has been so similar to Owen's. I was sick for the first 18 weeks but this time a little bit more intense. I was nauseous 24/7 and throwing up several times a week. It was weird because I did this with Owen but this time around when I would have my throwing up episodes it would sometimes feel like I had the flu. So I was in bed most of the day. Definitely made it harder with a toddler running around! Good thing Tyson finished up with school around my 9th week. That was a major blessing.
I have been really tired this time around. I am just now feeling a little less tired but who knows how it'll be when Tyson goes back to school! He has, like always, been such a great husband and dad. My acid reflux started MUCH sooner this time and I am already relying on my acid medicine so much.
My body has changed SO MUCH sooner with this little guy. I have only gained 3 pounds but my belly remembered being pregnant before and therefore I popped out about 6 weeks sooner. So crazy!! It's been hard once again to see my body change but I do have a peace of mind knowing that it WILL come off after.
I felt this little guy kickin like crazy at just 14 weeks and he continues to be a mover. He's definitely more calm in there than Owen so we will see what happens when he's actually here. :) It is so different the second time around. I am just so wrapped up into Owen that I truly cherish those moments when I can sit quietly, put my hand on my belly and just smile. I love feeling connected with my baby and talking to him any chance I get. I feel so blessed to be able to be going through this again and so peaceful knowing that everything works out. At times I get overwhelmed thinking of parenting two, but sometimes I am just overcome with excitement. Owen will be such a great brother. It will definitely be different sharing myself with two....actually three if we count Tyson. =) But I know I have so much love to give and so many sweet spirits to give it to. I honestly feel more at peace as time goes on. I think Heavenly Father is preparing me for the chaos ahead!
Here I am at 19 weeks on our hike in Oregon.
8 comments:
Absolutely gorgeous! You are glowing and I love your cute itty bitty bump. You will do wonderfully with two sweet boys.
I know I will be glad to have glimpses back into my pregnancies as time goes on. I should be better, I have a belly book too but haven't documented anything! At least I have my blog. :)
What a gorgeous picture!! You look so tiny and I can't believe you are already half way there!! This little baby will be here so fast! I am so sorry about the acid. That is no bueno. That was one of the hardest things about being pregnant for me, so I am sorry it even started sooner for you. If you ever need anyone to watch Owen once school starts so you can sleep I would love to watch him. He is too cute!
Sorry Julie this is Melissa Dickson...I didn't realize I was on my mom's gmail account.
You look beautiful, Julie. I too, felt all that you're talking about. Nervous, excited, trying to wrap my mind around having 2, just all of it. You'll be great. You are already a great mom and this little one is so lucky to have you as a mommy. That's why he kicks so much... he's excited for you to hold him! :)
You look beautiful!!!
I'm glad you're feeling better! What a beautiful picture!
You are so cute! Can't wait to get together soon!
You look darling and 3 lbs is amazing! I can't believe you are already half way there. I can't wait to see the little bug.
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