20 Weeks

Today we had our 20 week ultrasound and were able to check on Baby Storey-Pitts. We were told everything looks great and he seems to be doing well. We saw his heart, bladder, brain, bones, etc. which was really neat. He currently weighs 12 ounces and will be growing a lot bigger in the next few weeks (as will I). I have gained about 5 pounds and the doctor seemed really happy with that. Still no symptoms for me besides being extremely tired at night and nosebleeds- I had two yesterday!

We got a few pictures from the ultrasound today, but none of them were all that great. I am sure I will try to post one or two later. Baby Storey-Pitts was covering his face up with his hands the whole time! I'm sure he is going to be stubborn based on myself and Jeff. :) We did get to check him out in 3d for about 15 seconds which was awesome but a tease! It made us really look forward to our 3d/4d ultrasound which is scheduled right before Christmas time.

Our next checkup will be right before Halloween with just a visit to the doctor to check on me and measure my belly.- no ultrasound :(

Here is my 20 week belly photo.

Bedding

So the bedding I originally wanted was sold out at every store I tried :( So I eventually gave up and chose another cute one which was the other one I had my eye on (minus the giraffe). Aren't the owls cute?? We should be receiving it within the next week or so, then we will decide on the paint color and go from there. Right now I am loving the green in the photo below.

19 Weeks

How far along? 19 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: +4.0
Maternity clothes? I am getting close! All my skirts, shirts and dresses still fit- just getting a bit snug. I need to use my gift card from Tasha and Jan to go by a maternity outfit soon!
Sleep: I have been exhausted after work everyday. Luckily, I am sleeping wonderfully! Jeff says I am even snoring now....
Best moment this week: After saying I was hungry once I got in bed, Jeff brought me a brownie and big glass of milk :)
Movement: I have been feeling a little bit of tickling in my belly.....
Food cravings: None
Gender: BOY :) 
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? Still an innie
What I miss: Nothing.
What I am looking forward to: Next Thursday for our Anatomy ultrasound! :)

How big is our baby? Right now our baby is about 6 inches long and is about the size of a "large heirloom tomato"

Oink, Oink

Of course the topic of Halloween comes up in my classroom just about everyday and today was one of those days. After a long, exciting discussion on what everyone is going to dress up as one of my children asked me what I am going to be. I told them I was unsure and asked if they had any suggestions (bad idea). One of my sweet little girls eyes gets wide and I can tell she has come up with a brilliant idea. She excitedly jumps up and says, "a pig!" Then a few others proceeded to say, "Good idea! She is getting BIG!!" Oink, Oink here comes Ms. Piggy.......

That little girl is the same little girl who kisses my growing belly every day. I have a little boy who gives Baby Storey-Pitts a pat every time he walks by. I can only imagine what is in store for me as my belly continues to grow :) Such an exciting time for me and my little ones at school!

Boom babba boom babba here comes Big Mama!

Well it has been a while since I've been on here. I can't imagine life getting any busier for me...oh wait, add a baby. Liz and I have had a fun few weeks. We went to Orlando to see our good mates Paul and Heather (crashed their honeymoon in the process) and it was great to catch up and see them again. They brought two gifts from sunny old England and both are awesome. I have always told Liz I won't force any soccer on our little one so it's good to see that he will have a choice between Newcastle and Manchester United. Also, now I can push for the new United kit to match our baby boy.

We just got back from camping in Hunting Island, South Carolina. It was good to see everybody except for Kevin (got ya bro!) and Big Mama did really well camping. Not only did she put up with about 7 idiots (give or take) she slept as well as you can in a tent on the ground.

Liz is doing great and is as cute as ever and I promise to blog sooner.

18 Weeks

Baby Room: Step 1

The first step of preparing the baby room is done. We have sold our corner computer desk and bought another one for our guest room (which I love!).  Next steps: sale futon and tv, take down posters (so sorry Jeff) and dartboard. Then we have the luxury of filling all the holes in from someone trying to play darts and putting holes in the walls. Who is that terrible at darts...really?

I also think I have found the baby bedding that we want to design our room around. I am thinking of buying it this week, but of course I have to look around a little bit more to be certain this is it!

IT'S A BOY!

It was confirmed Thursday, September 2nd that we are having a boy! Since we know for sure we can really begin to plan (register, fix the room up, decide on a name, etc.). The fun is about to begin...for me at least. I love planning and organizing! Tasha and I are already brainstorming ideas for the room :) With a few gifts coming in the party room is slowly beginning to look like a mix of partying and babies. And although Jeff won't admit it he actually said he was ready to give up his room for the baby- who would have ever thought!!

I meant to post Thursday after our appointment but we were so excited and busy calling and texting people that we never got around to it. We just returned from visiting Heather and Paul in Orlando, which was a lot of fun. It was great to finally see the newlyweds again! They got us a gift that almost made Jeff have a heart attack- a baby Manchester full kit (as well as a Newcastle onesie). What great friends :)

I am going to post a few pictures from our ultrasound on Thursday. Auntie Tasha was able to go with us to find out the gender and although the visit was a short one, it was VERY exciting! Needless to say, our little boy cooperated very well. As soon as the nurse put it on my belly, up popped the baby's butt on the screen as well as the rest!

16 Weeks

The big day is tomorrow! We are going in for our ultrasound at 4 and we should find out the gender! Expect phone calls, text and a post tomorrow night!

I had the best birthday yesterday :) Lots of pampering gifts for me from friends and family. I can't wait to use them all. Baby Storey-Pitts and I will not only be feeling really well after the MANY massages, pedicures, good nights rest, but we will also be looking good with a some new maternity clothes :) 

We had some yummy Vinnie's last night and then headed to Lulu's afterwards where I indulged in a delicious piece of Triple Chocolate Mousse with a big glass of milk :) What a birthday. Thanks to all my wonderful friends and family for the birthday wishes and gifts.