17 Weeks

How far along? 17 weeks, 5 days

Total weight gain/loss: I've gained 2 pounds as far as I know.
Maternity clothes? Still wearing maternity bottoms and a couple of maternity shirts. 
Stretch marks? Not so far. I've been using the belly butter and it is so nice!
Sleep: I've been much sleepier again this week...especially after school. And I go to bed very early. :)
Best moment this week: We were able to order the crib from Pottery Barn Kids I've been wanting! The in-laws very graciously bought it for us and baby. Here's a picture:

I can't wait to start putting together the nursery! 
Have you told family and friends: Yes!
Miss anything yet? Patience :)
Movement: I'm not sure...I've felt a few twinges that may be baby. Nothing for certain though.
Food cravings: I don't think I've had any specific cravings this week. However, I definitely have an appetite again; I'm hungry a lot! I've also been thirsty and chugging a lot of water!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Still avoiding grilled/baked chicken.... 
Have you started to show yet: Yes. Brandon (and others) said my bump looks bigger every day...and I'd have to agree! My students love to "rub" my belly.
Gender prediction: Girl.
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy at home, irritable at school...uh oh kids, better watch out! 
Looking forward to: Receiving our crib...it's on back-order for now though. :( Also, planning a mini shopping trip to Chicago to pick up some goodies for the nursery from IKEA and the Land of Nod!

Happy Friday everyone!

16 Weeks

How far along? 16 weeks, 4 days
Total weight gain/loss: I've gained 2 pounds.
Maternity clothes? It's official...I'm wearing maternity pants/jeans/leggings/skirts whenever I can, and it is so much more comfortable. My mom was super nice and bought me a bunch of staple maternity clothes this week too. :)
Stretch marks? Nope. I bought some Burt's Bees Belly Butter and have been rubbing that on almost every night.
Sleep: Sleep has been excellent this week! Some nights I haven't even had to get up to use the restroom. :)
Best moment this week: Ummm, guys....I'm finally joining the times and getting a smartphone. iPhone 6 on order!!!
Have you told family and friends: Yes!
Miss anything yet? Being able to roll over/shift comfortably in bed and on the couch.
Movement: Not yet. 
Food cravings: Fruit and pasta! (not together...I'm not that strange!)
Anything making you queasy or sick: The smell of cigarettes and other "things" on my students' clothes gives me an instant headache and I still don't want grilled chicken...at all. But, I haven't been nauseous at all!
Have you started to show yet: Yes and it's pretty obvious now!
Gender prediction: Girl.
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy! 
Looking forward to: The ultrasound appointment next month!

14 Weeks

October is here!
And in my book, it's Halloween time! My house and classroom are fully decked out in pumpkins, owls, orange lights, and anything else I find festive. :)

Baby, of course, will have to be decked out in October next year so I've been shopping early. Here are a few of my festive finds:

The clothes on the right are from Gap last season, on the left, Carter's this season, and the pumpkin hat was given to us this past Sunday as a gift. Someone knows I love the Fall!

 Aren't these leggings just adorable? Glittery black cats...love it!

As we enter the second trimester, I've been starting to think more about the nursery. Right now, the room is currently my wrapping room. I have drawers full of wrapping paper, bags, and tissue. It's all kind of a mess, but we started clearing it out a bit last night. People are starting to give us things here and there for baby (like the bumbo seat and toy you see there) so I better start making room! I'm excited to put it all together!

We won the cradle in a silent auction. That will be used in our bedroom. 

Baby's closet was full of board games, winter coats, and bridesmaid's dresses! Brandon moved that out and I was able to put in a few of the things that we have for the baby.

Baby also received his/her first gifts from Grandma Sandy. A soft little blankie/animal and a baby book!

And now, for the 14 week bump-date:

How far along? 14 weeks, 3 days
Total weight gain/loss: lost 1/2 pound but I haven't been to the doctor again. I'm guessing I've gained a little bit.
Maternity clothes? No but I bought a couple more things from Gap maternity this week and I'm sticking to looser fitting pants/skirts.
Stretch marks? No but my stomach is definitely getting tighter. In the mornings it feels extremely tight in my lower abdomen. 
Sleep: Sleep has been excellent this week and I haven't needed a nap every day!!!
Best moment this week: Brandon, co-workers, and students have all mentioned that I have "popped" in the last couple of days. I have a cute, round little belly. This morning Brandon said he loves "petting" my bump. Awwww. :)
Have you told family and friends: Yes!
Miss anything yet? Sitting/standing for extended periods of time without getting a backache.
Movement: Not yet
Food cravings: KFC bowls...I've only indulged once. Some people call them "heart-attacks in a bowl". :/
Anything making you queasy or sick: Apparently my prenatal vitamin. I haven't been nauseous in a while so I got ambitious and took my pill in the morning instead of at night one time this week. Let's just say my stomach revolted. 
Have you started to show yet: Yes and apparently it's beginning to resemble a baby bump. Yay! :)
Gender prediction: Girl.
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy! It's the holiday season! :)
Looking forward to: Registering (eventually) and Mom and Dad coming home from vacation!

Happy Hump Day!