12 WEEKS: WE'RE HAVING A BABY!

Surprise! Can't even believe I'm writing these words right now, but y'all, I'm so excited to announce that we're pregnant! This baby is not the result of quarantine - it's the baby we've prayed for! It's been one long year of trying (or it felt like it), but in those seasons of waiting in the quiet, the Lord met us and has gifted us a child and we are counting it all a blessing! For the memory keeper in me, I'm going to start with weekly updates from here on out now that we're finally nearing the 2nd trimester. 

How far along: 12 weeks! Woohoo! 

Gender: Unsure, but genes-wise, it would make sense for it to be a boy although I'm making plans for a girl! Who knows! I'm excited for either one.

Weight gain: 3 lbs since my last visit to the doctor ... but that was late July (hrmm).

Maternity clothes: I haven't added any to my collection yet, but I'm thinking about investing in a few bottoms so I can be comfortable at work.

Stretch marks: None yet!

Best moment of the week: Getting to see my family and taking in a bunch of pregnancy tips from my sister in law. 

Worst moment of the week: So much nausea after a bowl of spaghetti. I need to eat better, y'all! 

Miss anything: Miss eating foods without the aversion! I never found myself to be picky, but I have been pickin' and choosin' these days.

Movement: None that are super apparent, but sometimes I feel flutters and that makes me think it's baby sometimes.

Cravings: ALL the things, guys. Fresh cold fruit, OJ, cereal, popsicles, fries! 

Looking forward to: Hitting 2nd trimester and getting things for baby (like a crib)!