Happy 29th!

Today, August 30th marks Jeff's 29th Birthday!

Looking back I've celebrated the last 8 birthdays with him.  A tradition started in year one was the confetti cake and confetti icing.  His favorite cake that he never got!  I baked his cake yesterday and today will celebrate his birthday with dinner.  Friday we head out with a group of friends to celebrate 3 birthdays- Jeff, Lindsay, and me!

For Jeff's birthday I want him to know how proud of him I am of all that he has accomplished in the last 8 years.  Getting his college degree, following his dreams, buying a home, remodeling our home, being my support, and for the first time this year he gets to celebrate his birthday as a Daddy!  Although "Tiny Ivy" isn't here yet, the 3 of us will celebrate him!

Jeff- I love you to the moon and back and look forward to many more birthdays ahead.  You are a great husband and will be a great father- you already are to Kuba.  We all love you and wish you the best birthday!

17 weeks

How far along: 17 Weeks (posted a little late- tomorrow is 18 weeks!)

How big is baby: the size of an onion

 

Weight Gain/Loss: Down a few pounds/up a few pounds- depends on the day a time

Maternity clothes: A few here and there.

Stretch marks: Nope

Sleep: I sleep but not well, my neck has been hurting quite a bit- time for a new pillow.

Best Moment of the Week: hitting 17 weeks and feeling what I think are tiny flutters!

Movement: I think so very slight, can't wait for them to get stronger.

Symptoms: growing belly, still tired- although much better than before

Food Cravings: Nothing- lately nothing has sounded appetizing 

Gender: We'll find out in January or early February!

Labor Signs: None.

What I am Looking Forward too: Experiencing pregnancy and then getting to meet our little one.

Daddy: I'm sure I'll say it a million times, but a great supporter! 

B I G News

There will be a lot more of these around our house soon:

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The Highlights:

How far along: 16 weeks 5 days

How big is baby: just over 3 ounces as reported at our last ultrasound 

Weight Gain/Loss: Down 3 lbs. as of today.

Maternity clothes: A few here and there.

Stretch marks: Nope

Sleep: Not great, the multiple trips to tinkle cut into it.

Best Moment of the Week: hitting 16 weeks and knowing the most stressful week of the year is over.

Movement: None yet, but I'm so anxious to feel baby Ivy.

Symptoms: Getting a little energy back, exhausted after a day at work, slowly growing belly.

Food Cravings: None really, although chips & salsa have been really good lately. 

Gender: We'll find out in January or early February!

Labor Signs: None.

What I am Looking Forward too: Experiencing pregnancy and then getting to meet our little one. 

Daddy: Has been fantastic support!  He's my crying shoulder when I'm dealing with pregnancy hormones, has dinner cooking when I get home, and makes sure I'm eating a lot- which I am- just haven't gained weight yet.  I can't wait to see him with our little peanut!

Also, Happy 2nd Anniversary to my amazing Hubby!  I can't wait to see what the future holds for us!

So ready...

I'm so ready for fall!  I've been looking at freezer meals recently and thinking how yummy a warm casserole or a pot of chili sounds.  Fall is by far my favorite season, even though my hubby is really busy.  Lots to look forward to:
August 21- our 2nd Anniversary- can't believe it's been almost 2 years already
August 30- my dear Hubby's birthday
August 31- Miss Mady's 3rd birthday- how can she be 3 already?!?!
September 2- My birthday :) & Noah's 3rd Birthday
September 3- Labor Day= a day off of work to sit and relax
October 17- Neil & Jennie's birthdays

After fall we have LOTS of exciting things happening- a blog post to follow :)  So excited about things happening and looking forward to the fall and the holiday season!!