Week 33.

I feel like there's more and more space between my posts. I hate it, I was so determined to blog every week of this pregnancy but.. life happens. Since I last posted, we lived with Tyler's parent's for two weeks until they moved. We are now living with my parents and 7, yep seven of my siblings, oh, and my niece. Lots-o-people under one roof. It's an adventure. It's also kind of weird to live back in the house I grew up in but... we're making it work. Our house progress is coming along. We drive by every few days. Enough to see progress, but not too much to where we're going crazy that something wasn't done that day. I'm still hoping they finish early, or that Oakley bakes a couple extra weeks. I just feel like there's nowhere to put him quite yet. {talk to me in a few weeks, I'm sure I'll be over that}.

How far along: 33 weeks
Maternity clothes: Nothing but. I'm at the stage where I need more, or could really be more comfortable in something bigger but I'm trying to avoid buying any more.
Stretch marks: Belly is still mark-free and really, that's my only expectation. The rest of my body already has um.
Sleep: It's alright. I haven't needed naps lately, but it's probably because Ryder's been sleeping until about 10 everyday. It's nice, but I'm so not on the same schedule as the rest of the world.
Morning sickness: Not at all. I can even go until about noon without eating before I start to feel like I'm getting sick.
Cravings: I haven't craved anything that I 'had to have right now' lately. But we did get about 60lbs of peaches and I've been trying to get creative with using those before they go bad. Every morning I've had Eggo waffles with peeled/sliced/sugared peaches and whipped cream. I look forward to it everyday. Other than that, I've just wanted the normal things I've craved in the past.
Food aversions: Not really an aversion, but I haven't wanted pizza at all. The thought doesn't make me sick, but I guess knowing it's not going to fulfill my protein needs, I don't even bother.
Gender prediction: Definitely boy.
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out: Out.
What I miss: Having my own space. It's hard jumping from place to place and not feeling like you have a 'home". I'm grateful we can stay with family and we're not homeless but sometimes it'd feel so great to be able to walk around naked if I wanted to. This baby weight's getting to me ;)
Milestones this week: I'm down to two-weeks between appointments. This Wed I'll schedule my last two week and then it goes down to one. AH! Oh and, the rib kicks. Not a milestone I love, but it means he's growing. I can now feel the different body parts sticking out and sometimes have to put pressure on them to get him to switch positions because it's so uncomfortable. I feel like he moves so much more than Ryder did... and I'm glad. It reminds me he's in there. With everything going on, I really do forget sometimes.

Weeks 29-33 in pictrures.

Week 28.

This week will go down as my least favorite week of pregnancy. Seriously, all of the yuck crammed into one week. I had to go for my glucose test, where I found they recently switched it from 1 to 2 hours. I ended up throwing up after a half hour and had to have my blood drawn 3 times. The next day was my Doctor appointment where I had to get a Rogam shot{given only to people with my blood type..lucky} in the rear-end. Too many needles in one week. Anyway, im not diabetic, but I did gain like 5 lbs in two weeks, which is why I've officially taken the "weight gain/loss" question off of my survey completely. :)

While we were sitting in the waiting room of the Dr. we recieved some sad, but ecpected news. Tyler's Aunt Patty, who has been fighting cancer had passed away peacefully early that morning. Tyler and I spent the time reading the sweet facebook posts of her husband and kids and talking about her. I can say without a doubt, she was the most spiritual, kind-hearted, sweet woman I've ever met in my life.

We had an ultrasound that really ended up making all of the bad and hard things even out. It was incredible to see how much has changed since our gender check at 15 weeks. His head was measuring a week larger, just like Ryder did. He's still a boy, and looks identical to his super adorable, big bro. Every time she went over the lips and nose in 3D, we couldn't believe how much they look alike already.

Oak. 28 weeks.

How far along: 28weeks
Maternity clothes: Yes. There's a couple shirts I have my eye on at Target. I know they'll mark them down soon and I'll feel much better not paying full-price on a shirt I'll only be wearing for a couple months.
Stretch marks: I don't think so. My belly is still clear, which I'm trilled about. My legs and sides are already shot but if I can keep them off of my stomach, I'll be happy.
Sleep: Better than last week... but that's really not saying much.
Morning sickness: Only the day I had to fast 8 hours, wake up at 6:30 and drink a pound of sugar. I'm not sure if that counts as morning sickness though.
Cravings: Santa Rosa, Dr. Pepper, In n Out. Um, I'm starting to see where this 5lbs. came from.
Food aversions: Anything orange. It really sucks, last week was the first time since I did the glucose test with Ryder that I was able to drink and enjoy and orange gatorade again.
Gender prediction: Definitely a boy. He had no problem showing his stuff during the ultrasound.
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out: Out.
What I miss: Being skinny. Wearing cute shoes.
Milestones this week: This question gets me every time. I pretty much cover everything in the other questions. But I guess the biggest one for me was hearing my Dr. say my sugar levels were great and I didn't have to do that test again. I told him I'd rather go on a diabetic diet than drink that crap again. Phew.

Week 27

Hey! I only missed a week this time, not to shabby. My only blogging time is when Ryder is napping, but that usually means that I'm napping, too. Rough life we have. This week was a biggin' for us. We... bought/are buying a house. We picked our lot, options and all that fun stuff and now the waiting period begins. Their building time is running about 4 months, so we probably won't be in before Oakley is born, but he'll have a brand new house when he's a few weeks old. I think this case is the only one that I'm wishing to go a couple weeks over my due date, seriously crossing my fingers they'll get done early. {sometime my optimism disappoints}.

Anyway. I finally went to the Dr. I hadn't been since I was 18 weeks in Texas, then it took me a while to settle down and get in here. Everything is right on track, hearing his heartbeat is still the best sound in the world and I'm looking forward to my ultrasound next week. Not so much the glucose test that I'll likely put off until the day before my appointment. Ugh.

How far along: 27 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: I really don't want to even admit this anymore. This question will likely be deleted by the next post. BUT, I'm still averaging a pound per week. You do the math.
Maternity clothes: Yes. This week has been a rough one in this department. I needed maternity clothes sooner with this pregnancy, which means some of the ones I bought in smaller sizes at the beginning are getting snug. It's sad enough when your regular clothes stop fitting..
Tyler's shirts are also now belly shirts. Guess my dad's closet will be raided soon.
Stretch marks: I don't have a clue.
Sleep: Is impossible. I wake up a few days a week anywhere from 2-4 hours in the middle of the night. I usually eat a bowl of cereal and dream away on Pinterest.
Morning sickness: No sir-ee
Cravings: Still carne asada burritos, oreos, brownies, lots and lots of fruit, Dr. Pepper and Friendly donuts
Food aversions: Nothing really that stands out. There's stuff that won't sound good, but nothing that makes me gag to think about or smell.
Gender prediction: Boy. I really need that ultrasound. I keep having this dream that the rude, ultrasound tech I had at my gender-check, was wrong and said the cord was a wiener. So stupid, but the upcoming ultrasound will ease my mind.
Showing yet: Yep {I could probably delete this one, too}
Labor signs: I'm not sure if it's too early for Braxton Hicks, but every once in a while I'll feel some tightening that totally remind me of what I remember as contractions and it REALLY reminds me how crappy those bad boys are.
Belly button in or out: Out. Oh my gosh, it has to be the ugliest belly button ever. She'll remain clothed at all times.
What I miss: Sleep on my California king.
Milestones this week: Realizing how good of a big brother Ryder is going to be. I feel bad with these blogs, I hadly mention him it seems. He's such a huge part of this pregnancy. He does the cutest and sweetest things that make me want 10 more just like him. Recently he's been waking up, cuddling and rubbing my belly. He always asks to kiss his brother first thing and EVERY time he's playing with cars or trucks he has to drive them across my belly for "brubers" to see.

{Seriously melts my heart.}

26 & 27 week pictures.

Week 25

Over a month since an update. I'm seriously slacking. So much has happend, I don't know where to start. I've literally had no time. I've got my OJ and Freindly donut and I'm ready to tackle this:

Tyler and I made the move back home to Henderson. It was one of the most spur of the moment decisions we've ever made. He casually asked his Uncle if they were hiring, he was offered a job and after he worked through his two week notice, we were off. Tyler is loving his new job, learning a lot and looks forward to going everyday. It feels so good to me home. Even Tyler, who never thought he would miss this place, did and his happy to be back. I guess it's true.. There's no place like home.

We're living with Tyler's best friend Cody {who lived with us in TX} while we try to figure out which route we want to take in the housing/rental market. It's so much different than Texas, and so much harder to find a decent place at a decent price or one we won't have to wait for months to get into. We're prety optimisitc and not too stressed about it.

As for my pregnancy, I honestly forget I'm pregnant most days. I'm feeling probably as good as I can be. Chasing around Ryder really helps me to stay busy and not dwell on how huge and tired I am. Or how it feels like a portion of my back is just.. completely missing.

How far along: 25 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: I have a Doctor appointment next week. I guess we'll find out then. I haven't been weighed since my last Dr. appt in TX at 18 weeks.
Maternity clothes: The only thing that isn't maternity now days is Tyler's basketball shorts and t-shirts. {which I live in unless I have to leave the house}
Stretch marks: None that are new
Sleep: Is so terrible at night. We're sleeping on a full-size bed, when we're used to a king and it's just bad. Tyler sleeps sideways, and snores, and wants to cuddle when its a billion degrees. My best sleep usually happens from 5-8 when I migrate to the couch, and when I nap on the couch.
Morning sickness: None at all. I don't even get sick when I don't eat right away anymore. It's great!
Cravings: I'm pretty sure I've eaten Santa Rosa and Fausto's 15 times since we've been back. I really look forward to a bowl or two of multigrain cheerios everyday, Mountain Dew/Cherry slurpees and sourdough toast.
Food aversions: Meat. I can eat it, but cooking ground beef is enough to make me not want to eat the end result.
Gender prediction: Boy
Showing yet: Yes. I've been feeling so big lately. I guess, since there's absolutely no hiding that it's a baby bump now, but the last few days I've been told "you barely look pregnan" or "you look so good" and comments like that really help me feel better :)
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out: I think it's officially more out than it is in. I have the weirdest looking belly-button ever, so it's just not cute.
What I miss: Texas BBQ. It's hard to crave a good sandwhich and mac&cheese when nothing compares to it here.
Milestones this week: Ryder is now referring to my belly as "bruber". It's the cutest, sweetest thing ever. He rubs, loves and sings to my belly every night. I'm such a lucky mama.

Below: Weeks 20-25 in pictures.

Week 18 & 19

Tyler got home the day I was supposed to blog my 18 week. We were just so busy and enjoying each other's company that I didn't have the time or really desire to post. We had so much fun this past week, did way more family things than normal and had a blast. I remembered why I love the 2nd trimester so much. I feel so good. I get out of breath a little bit (usually while carrying the baby-Hulk) but other than that, I love it!

How far along: 18 & 19 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: i have not a clue
Maternity clothes: Most everything is still too big, but all of my clothes are too small. I've basically lived in sweat pant/shorts, pajamas and Tyler's shirts. It feels so good to be able to breathe... As long as I don't look in the mirror at what I'm wearing. I DID however buy my 1st maternity swimsuit. It's cute, fits in all the right places and was fairly inexpensive. I'm not thrilled at being in a swimsuit but.. at least I have one now.
Stretch marks: No new ones. The old ones just turning dark purple, reminding how awesome being pregnant is.
Sleep: is.. non-existent.
Morning sickness: not at all
Cravings: Oh boy. Everything. I've been craving Philly Cheese Steak bad for a few weeks and just discovered a place super close to my house.. I've had it 3 times this week. I've also been craving cinnamon rolls, I've made two pans of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls recently. OH and peanut butter toast. I really want sliced bananas on top every time but it always happens to be a day we don't have any bananas.
Food aversions: I still can't eat any sort of authentic Mexican food. The thought of chips and salsa make me want to gag.
Gender prediction: It's a boy, but I keep having dreams and stupid, ridiculous pregnancy thoughts that they were wrong and it's a girl. So dumb.
Showing yet: More than I'd like to be
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out: In
What I miss: It's probably getting old, but.. My husband. It's not really a 'pregnancy related' thing to miss but at the same time it is. It makes me sad that he doesn't get to be here every day to see and experience all of this. I also miss when I didn't sweat to death by doing simple things like my makeup.
Milestones this week: Tyler got to feel Oakley kick for the first time!!! I felt him kick and told Tyler. He literally jumped across the couch and put his hand on my belly and waited. He gave him two big kicks while Tyler smiled from ear to ear. I think it made it more real for him. He talked to him and kissed my belly a lot more this week.. I'm so lucky!

Week 17

I'm feeling better and better as the weeks go on. I feel like I'm a decent mother again, and my house is clean more than once a month :). I can't complain much. The week Tyler goes back to work is always a little hard, but now we only have one week to go! Hoping this 2nd week goes by a little quicker. I also got a surprise Sonic drink from a friend.. it's the little things!

How far along: 17 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 14lbs. With Ryder, and with this one I'm averaging about a lb a week. I may delete this question as the weeks go on. I don't know what I was thinking.
Maternity clothes: Mostly just buying bigger sizes in regular clothes. Bought another jersey skirt (that I'm wearing today) that's cute and oh so comfy!
Stretch marks: No
Sleep: The crazy dreams are back. Tyler needs to come home already.
Morning sickness: No morning sickness, I got really sick the other afternoon/ night though. I didn't throw up, just felt like it. Sometimes I feel like that's worse.
Cravings: Bagels, I've had one almost every night this week. Hamburger and french fries. I want In n Out so bad, but it's so far! We found a pretty good, fresh, burger place close to our house and it does the trick.
Food aversions: I'm hoping this goes away. I miss Mexican, but I can't even think about putting it close to my mouth :/
Gender prediction: It's a boy boy boy.
Showing yet: Sure am!
Labor signs: No sir-ee
Belly button in or out: in
What I miss: My hubby, wearing cute shoes that don't kill my feet, jeans.
Milestones this week: Heard Oakley's heart beat today at the Dr. Everything sounded great, and they were happy with what I'm doing and that made me feel good. I got a text from my sweet husband telling me how beautiful he thinks I am and how much he loves me being pregnant. It boosted my confidence and reminded me just how much I love him, and why :)

Week 16

This was just an all around good week. We had more family time than we've had in a long time. It was so nice, and fun. We went out to the Melting Pot to celebrate our 3rd Anniversary and had a great Day Sunday for Mother's day where the boys spoiled me with a Brighton necklace, pink roses and the cutest, sweetest homemade card.

How far along: 16 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: Not sure.. Funny story, my husband who has NEVER had issues with weight/eating got on a scale for the 1st time since we've lived here and was NOT happy with the number. Mind you, he still looks smokin' hot and I couldn't tell. Anyway, I was going to get a scale and now he won't let me. win win.
Maternity clothes: I received my package of shirts and a pencil skirt from gap, all super cute, very SOFT but still too big. I'm OK with, too big, since I've had so much 'too small' recently ;)
Stretch marks: No new ones, but mine are starting to show again. They turned white and now they're kind of purple again, damn hormones.
Sleep: Getting much better! This whole week I've been able to wake up before Ryder and either get up or just sit up and bed and have some relaxing me time before he gets up. It's been nice!
Best moments this week: Tyler was home all week, we got to have another ultrasound to find out what the baby is AND it was Mother's Day!
Movement: I'm still not positive, but pretty sure I'm feeling some flutters.
Morning sickness: None!
Cravings: This week I've really been falling for one of my cravings that I had with Ryder-- 1/2 Mountain Dew 1/2 Cherry Slurpees. {i used to eat a pack of powdered donuts with it.. probably why I was borderline diabetic, so we skip the donuts}. I was also craving ihop for weeks, we finally went yesterday and it had to be the worst food we've ever had. Runny scrambled egg substitute was not what my craving was hoping for.
Food aversions: Still not into Mexican, but oddly enough, I want Santa Rosa or Faustos so bad. I think just because they don't have them here. I'm sure they'd make me sick, too.
Gender prediction:  IT'S A BOY! Our little man Oakley Wray finally decided to open his legs and let us see his stuff.

Showing yet: Definitely, yes.
Labor signs: No
Belly button in or out: In, but I don't see that lasting too much longer.
What I miss: Today, my husband. He had to go back to work and today is our 3rd Anniversary (AH!), but other than that, things have been pretty good. I'm feeling so much better and normal.
Milestones this week: Successful gender-check, buying our first 'little brother' onsie and the thrill of seeing Tyler after finding our he was going to get to pass down his middle name after all. {he thought it was a girl}