Bump Update - 14 Weeks

So this post is a little late - seeing as how I'm almost 15 weeks - so better late than never?

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Second trimester whaaaat.

What exactly does that mean? It means no more exhaustion and no more nausea.

Hallelujah!

This is suppose to be the best part of being pregnant. You feel normal again and you finally start actually looking pregnant (and not just fat) but you still aren't big enough yet where you can still do most things comfortably. Bring it on I say!

I mentioned yesterday how I finally "popped" earlier in the week -- not really sure if that's what others would call it but humour me will ya. Today I've had 2 or 3 people say they've noticed that I am finally starting to show. I honestly didn't think that other people would notice yet, but apparently I've been proven wrong which I am so excited about! I've been waiting and waiting for the day that I start getting a cute little baby bump. I have a friend who started showing at 10 weeks and it made me feel super bummed! Now I can join in on the bump fun :)

Sooo, I had my first mini heart attack yesterday thinking that I damaged my baby. I had my semi annual dentist appointment.We did the usual routine of taking xrays on both sides to check for cavities followed by cleaning. At the end of my appt my dentist's face all of a sudden went white and said "Oh my God, aren't you pregnant??" Why yes, yes I am. He had just remembered at that moment that Ryan had told him the news 2 weeks prior at his appointment. He quickly asked me how far along I was and when I told him, a huge sign of relief followed. I never even thought anything of it (but now thinking of it, it totally makes sense) that you aren't suppose to get xrays because of the radiation. Even though my dentist said I would be fine since I am into my 2nd tri, I still panicked. Luckily, my doc assured me that Baby D will be fine and that the small amount of radiation isn't enough to even come close to affecting the fetus.

Aaaaand breathe.
 

How far along? 14 weeks, 5 days

Size of Baby D? The size of a lemon - Baby is spending most of his/her time sucking its thumb and wiggling around. The kidneys, liver and spleen are now fully functioning.

Total weight gain? 5 lbs

Maternity clothes? Nope but have had to start rocking the hair elastic trick with some pants. Will most likely be purchasing a belly band in the very near future too.

Sleep? Sleep has been so-so. I am very much dreading the day when I can't sleep on my stomach anymore. It's the only position where I can fall asleep. Lately I've tried to get into the habit of laying on my side in anticipation of that dreadful day (since I'm not suppose to be laying on my back either), but it is just not comfortable. At all. It has nothing to do with my belly either -- I just always feel restless lately.

Best moment of the week? FINALLY starting to show a little bit!

Miss anything? My old body - just being honest here! Although I know it will all be totally worth it :)

Cravings? Nope

Symptoms? My headaches and migraines have finally subsided after almost 2 weeks of non-stop pain. The last couple of days have been great! Energy is back and I feel normal again. At this point, the only symptoms are non-stop pee breaks (it seems anyway!).

Mood? Again, I feel like even my emotions are getting back in check. I'm not so emotional anymore. Just super excited for the future!

Upcoming appointments? OB appt Jan 31st, Gender reveal ultrasound Feb 6th. Yes, I had to re-scheduled it for a 2nd time but now we find out a week earlier! Less than a month!

Looking forward to? Finding out the gender and finally being able to shop for little peanut :)