19 weeks & Mother's Day

Look at that baby! I'm in love already! And I think he/she is SOOOOO cute!

I had my growth scan last Friday afternoon. I weighed in at 135 and BP was great. The ultrasound tech (who I've had previously) was AMAZING. So sweet and talkative. She spent a long time getting all the correct measurements. When she switched to 3D, it almost took my breath away! First, I was not expecting it. Second....seeing, I mean really seeing your baby's face for the first time like that is incredible! The tech tech referred to "baby" the whole time, so no slips :)

Baby weighs 10 ounces (perfect!) and has all parts. The doctor said my numbers look great, even with a few high ones every now and then (girl has to splurge every now and then!) My placenta wasn't very visible on the u/s, so they did do a transvaginal and they fully expect it to "migrate" as I progress. I go back on Tuesday for a fetal echo, then another growth ultrasound in July. This pregnancy is going by way too fast! I hope the Summer drags. My new EDD is just one day later- Oct 3rd. But I'm still very certain this will be a September baby!

The baby moves a lot now. I love laying still in the morning and feeling him/her move. He/she always comes awake when I read aloud to my kids. It's the coolest feeling!

On Sunday morning Audrey gave me my Mother's Day card. When the Starbucks gift card fell out, she said, "Are you going to get coffee mocha?" LOL- I take her to Starbucks waaaay too much apparently :) I told her, "I love being your mom!" She said, "I love being your children." :)



We went to lunch with Nana and my brothers and sister. Then we went to Grandma's for a cookout. Audrey loved seeing everyone, especially playing with her friends and cousins!



I got to spend time in Audrey's classroom on Monday. She served me muffins and lemonade. Then we read books together. I had to guess which Mommy drawing was hers (I picked hers out easily!) At circle time we danced, sang, and read a story. Then she made me a beautiful necklace (that I wore all day and will keep forever!) and a flower. I loved every minute of our special morning!

It's no secret that I love being a mom. Everyday I thank my lucky stars to be blessed with 2 amazing children. My heart is full!

Boy or Girl?

That's the big question. I briefly considered finding out this time, just to have that experience. But the fist two times were a surprise and just too amazing. And not just the birth- the entire pregnancy was a huge anticipation. So we're definitely going to be surprised again!

What's funny to me is that so many people ask if we want it to be a boy this time. Not really! I mean, we definitely weren't trying for this one, in fact, we were very happy with just the two girls. We already have my nephew to carry on the family name (and maybe another on the way!) And who knows, one of our girls might end up keeping the Burns name like my SIL did. The way I see it, it's just a name. Our grandkids will still be our grandkids and carry on our heritage no matter what the last name. So, in short, no, we really don't prefer a boy.

In fact, for awhile I was pretty scared this would end up being a boy. What do I know about boys? Aren't you supposed to be tougher with them? Take them mud-bogging and fishing and hunting? That's not at all how I am with the girls. I smother them with kisses and I'm super lovey-dovey with them. I constantly feed their little egos. If I did that with a boy, would he end up being a Momma's Boy? Lol. See- I have NO CLUE about boys. I am a girly-girl myself...give me lace, pearls, and pink any day! I am counting on my friends with boys to help me out big time!

Then a good friend of mine brought up a great point- Scott (in fact, she was one of his teachers!) I was 15 when he was born, so I have a good memory of how we all treated him, of how he was raised. I remember doting on him and giving him lots of hugs and kisses (he was SUCH an affectionate kid!) Once I thought about it, he wasn't raised any differently than my girls. He's almost 18 now and such an amazing guy...funny, kind, responsible, selfless. Maybe having a boy wouldn't be so scary after all.

However, I think we're having another girl, lol. It's not that I feel or look any differently, but when I see our future, I see us with a trio of beautiful little girls. I could be wrong, of course, but that's what my Mother's Intuition tells me! Only time will tell, but I'm so, SO excited that we're not finding out. There is nothing like the mounting anticipation of the weeks, days, hours, MINUTES, SECONDS before delivery. There's just nothing like it, and I know in my heart that whether it's a boy or girl- this baby was made just for us!

Happy Birthday, Abby! And 17, 18 weeks!

Yesterday was Abigail's birthday. We did a lot of celebrating all weekend, though!

On Friday she had cake and presents at Grandma's house.



She is so good at singing "Happy Birthday" :)

On Saturday we had dinner, cake, and presents at Mom Maw's house.



We all woke her up this morning by singing "Happy Birthday." She loved it :)

I remember 2 years ago I was just staring at the beautiful little newborn with dark (!) hair and felt amazed by the love I had for her.


Our love for her just grows and grows. We did presents and cake when Chris got home. Such a sweet little celebration!



She went from happy to mad in .02 seconds when Audrey picked up the broom. LOL, REALLY?!



Aaaaaaaand back to happy!




"I want that!"


Oh, Audrey :)


Dad cleaned her all up, then dipped her face in the cake. It was hilarious!



Baby News:

I felt fluttering for the first time a couple weeks ago when I had the stomach virus. I will never, ever get over how incredible it feels (the movements, not the stomach virus.) And the fact that the movements just intensify is beyond describable. I love wondering if it's a little boy or girl in there :) I'm feeling movements much more frequently now, and Chris got to feel too just a few days ago.

I feel pretty awesome. Although my boobs feel like lead balloons. Going braless is just not an option for me anymore. And the past few days I've had some tightening/cramping. I think it's just my body stretching!


17 weeks


POP! 18 weeks!

I'm up to 22 units of insulin a day, weighed in at 135 last week and heard the heartbeat (150, I think?) I have an appointment with the peri on Friday to look at the heart and then on the 21st there's the Big U/S. I'm loving this time!

Sweet Abigail Mae is TWO!

I just didn't know how much my heart could expand until she was born!

All About Abby:

She has so much expression. I can tell if she's up to something or sad or just curious- all by looking at her eyes.

She is saying so many words and phrases. She follows simple directions. She's learned so much from Audrey. The other night I said, "It's time for bed!" She said, "Awwwwww!!" LOL! I love how she says, "Oh, yes!" when we ask her a question.

She's a great eater, and waaaay less messy. I love watching her eat oatmeal and yogurt. She's so careful with her spoon. She'll say, "All done, Mama!"

She's sassy. She'll pout if she doesn't get her way and she'll let you know if she's mad at you. She recently started yelling back at Audrey, "No way!" HAHA!

She's running, jumping, climbing, and loves to dance. She seems to want to do everything herself, like getting into her highchair. She even likes to sit on the big potty, wipe, and flush. I guess we'll be potty training this summer!

She mimics everything, like feeding her baby doll and pouring tea. She finishes my sentences: "You are so beauti-" "...FUL!" :)

She loves electronics... the Leap Pad, the iPod, and TV. She equally loves books (always wants one in bed and in the car.)

She is amazing with routine. She knows what to expect and when. She knows to put her cup and dishes in the sink when she's done. She knows to throw trash away without being told. She drops her paci when we get her out of bed. She runs straight to the bathroom when we say it's time to brush her teeth and get a vitamin. Little things that make life run more smoothly...love!

We basically consider her our "Wild Child." She's not one to go somewhere and just chill. She wants to be wandering around, trying to find some action. I love her curiosity, as difficult as it is to constantly chase her around!

And soon she'll be our middle child. So crazy! This sweet girl has an amazing role model sister, and she'll soon have a little baby to help care for and who will look up to HER. I know she's going to be awesome.

Two year slideshow:

15 weeks and Return from Spring Break

Reading quietly in her room


First sign (of many!) for Baby's room


Helping me clean before the week begins!


Bubbles!



Weather-wise it was a gorgeous week! On the hot side for a couple of days, but I loved it. I was happy to see my babies and get back into a routine.


Spring Picture Day!



On Thursday night (well, 1 am on Friday morning) Audrey came into our room. Then she threw up. I spent the next few hours holding her hair back while she went from watching cartoons to getting sick. Chris took the couch, but he was sick, too. I thought I'd have to take Friday off, but with Chris being sick, he and Audrey took care of each other (plus it was a very much needed teacher workday!)




I'm 15 weeks and feeling fantastic. I just feel more energized and less "blah." I love being pregnant :)




This was a lot of fun and kept the girls busy (especially Abby), but I needed lots more ice!


We took a walk this morning and it was so beautiful!



Loving this weather!