30 WEEKS

And the countdown starts! 10 MORE WEEKS! ahhh!

I officially started my nesting process of getting Riley's room all set up and cleared. I started some DIY projects for her, which makes me excited! We don't have any baby items (except the presents we've received) as of yet since we havent had a baby shower for her. But July is going to be a busy month for us!

This week I have noticed a big change and I think my transition into the third trimester is definitely making its way! I have been having more aches around my belly and it has started to become a little more of a struggle to get out of bed and switch positions in bed. Riley has found her way to making the right side of my belly (as opposed to the left side just a few weeks ago) her favorite spot to kick and punch me; thus, I have experienced some soreness there =/

My meals continue to be very minimal for me these days since my stomach has no more room to expand! I get so full to the point that I can't even sit comfortably! Summer is officially here which makes my hot flashes worse than they already are. We were able to swim in our pool over the weekend, which was really nice. I expect to soak in there more often in the upcoming weeks ahead!

I have just 9 more weeks of work left until I am on maternity leave; that is if Riley lets me work that long which I am praying and hoping she does! She has become more and more active this week!

Here is my belly pic for the week:

Riley received more presents this week. This one is from my little cousin Kayla who is visiting from Florida. They are little long sleeved onesies w elephants on them! And I love the colors!

Then, my good friend Cathy gave me this cute toy elephant that sings! So cute! Thank you for the presents!



love,
baby p <3

29 WEEKS & FATHER'S DAY

11 weeks to go!

I feel as if my belly is getting bigger and bigger every day...some of my scrub tops are getting snug on me so it might be time to go up a size soon! I am doing my kick counts with Riley everyday...it looks like she has moved from what I thought her favorite spot was. I now feel her in the middle of my stomach, just below and at my belly button! And her activity level has changed too! She is a lot more active in the morning and mid afternoon...also after I have something to eat.

I am also noticing that I am wanting spicy foods aside from the hot Cheetos. It probably isn't good for the heartburn, but I just want my food spicy nowadays. It tastes so good! lol

Daddy put baby's crib together this past weekend too! I was so happy when he told me..her room is coming together and it is making me very excited! We haven't decorated yet, but I made a trip to Michael's yesterday and picked up some supplies for some DIY crafts/projects I want to do for her!

I worked this past Sunday (Father's Day), but I gave Ryan a card and a little something for him/Riley. I bought if off Etsy and when I saw it I thought it was the cutest thing ever. Can't wait till my little bear wears it! =)

Here is this week's belly pic:

The onesie I bought for Daddy/Riley:

love,

baby p <3

28 WEEKS...hello third trimester!

It is hard to belive that I am already at my third and FINAL third trimester. As of yesterday, Riley is at 28 weeks and there is LESS than 12 weeks left until she arrives! This pregnancy has been going by so quickly that I am starting to think that once she is out I am actually going to miss my prego belly! LOL

Daddy Ryan and I registered for Riley this past weekend at Babies R Us and Target. I was not expecting to be so tired and exhausted after that experience! There is so many brands and items for a baby and when you see one thing you like, you see something else that might be better! I enjoyed it at the beginning and then afterwards I was getting really anxious about being done already. lol. However, we have been updating online as well, which is obviously much more convenient and at least I could be sitting or lying down while I do it! ;)

My mom is in the process of planning a baby shower for us; we decided to do separate baby showers (my side versus Ryan's side) as both of our families are HUGE and getting each side together would probably require a hall or something. So my mom is throwing us a shower next month, while Ryan's mom will throw us one in August! Now THAT is definitely something to look forward to!

I am still experiencing hot flashes...ALL THE TIME! lol and my only cravings still and so far are hot cheetos. I can't shake it off, I just love them! I think after the baby is born, I will probably hate them. haha! The lower back pain I felt before we left for Maui is gone and I sometimes have trouble sleeping at night. In addition, I started having Braxton Hicks contractions, which is when the uterus contracts and tightens up..it is my uterus "practicing" for the delivery according to my book. It feels weird sometimes because my belly gets really firm and rigid and I feel like the only way to make it go away is to pee; needless to say, I go to the bathroom every 30 minutes it seems because of all of the pressure from my uterus. It is especially annoying when I have to get up at the middle of the night to do it too. =/

Riley's kicks have been a lot more frequent and stronger this past week; I notice she kicks me a lot on my left lower belly and near my belly button. I just love when she is kicking me! Ryan talks to my belly a lot, which is so sweet and she responds with the kicking and punching as well. Too cute.

We finally started moving and organzing things in preparation for Riley's room; it is a slow process, but I am happy to report that things are getting done!

Riley is receiving more and more presents! Ryan's aunt (Tita Gay) gave her THREE carseat covers! She is too cute and I can already seeing her getting spoiled by her, especially with the fact that she has only two boys of her own. Thanks again Tita Gay! She also got a present from the newlyweds..Ryan's bro Patrick and new sis in law Lucy got her such a cute onesie. We are gonna have her wear it during shark week! LOL Thanks again Tito Patch and Tita Lucy!

Here is this week's belly pic:

And here is a collage from weeks 25 till now:

love,

baby p <3

27 WEEKS

One week away from starting the third trimester! So crazy!

My doctor appointment yesterday went well. I think I found an OB I like but turns out she is pregnant too and she is going on maternity leave just before I deliver! BOO! Hopefully by the time I give birth I will have a good doctor to take care of me.

I had to do the glucose tolerance test yesterday, which tests if I have gestational diabetes or not. I had to drink this orange soda flavored beverage within five minutes and then my blood was drawn an hour afterwards. My levels came back normal meaning I DON'T have gestational diabetes! I have been praying that I didn't develop it during the pregnancy and it gives me such relief knowing that I don't have it. I also heard Riley's heart beat; it is loud and strong and the doctor says everything looks good. The issue of my weight didn't come up, which I took as a sign that I may be on the right track. Since my last appointment I have gained four pounds, but isn't that what is expected when a woman is pregnant?! My eating habits have greatly improved as I mentioned before and since my belly is getting bigger I get full a lot faster so I have become more conscious of that since I hate that too full feeling. I do have cheat days and it is nice to know that I can enjoy a sweet treat though since my blood sugar levels are normal! ;)

Next week I have to start kick counts per doctor's orders, which requires me to write down how many times she kicks me in an hour every night. Riley and I will have play dates after dinner! =]

Since we are just about 12 weeks away from her arrival, Ryan and I have to start organizing and cleaning the house! I started my part since coming back from Maui...but that Daddy of hers! =P

Here is this week's belly picture:

We bought this for Riley while in Maui. I can't wait till she wears it! =)

love,

baby p <3

BABYMOON PICTURES

Hi everyone! Ryan and I arrived back from Maui late this morning. The flight back was the worse and so we are just happy to be back home! Our babymoon was overall amazing and very much relaxing. We haven't had a week like that in a very long time and it was nice to be able to spend time w each other since we are not able to do that now due to our conflicting work schedules. Ryan has to go back to work tomorrow (BOO!) while I have one day off and then it is back to work for me on Thursday. I also have a doctor's appointment tomorrow afternoon as well so I will be able to hear Riley's heart beat =) I am also 27 weeks today! I am one week away to starting my third trimester! WOW!

I'll have to write a 27 week post in a few days since this blog post is dedicated to showing all of you some of the pictures from our babymoon:

love,

baby p <3