So 24 weeks....
The baby is about the size of a cantaloupe! Mmmm..food! I can't really complain as the pregnancy has been going well thus far. I did wake up one night to leg cramps in both my calves (ouch!). And although I don't have much swelling, my ankles are slowing disappearing...lol! I have not had to go to the chiropractor lately, although when I was in Atlanta (and wore heels for 5 hours), I thought I would be down for the count after my back went out.
Our little boy is still going at it! I love love love to feel his kicks. I am sure I will sing a different tune when he is kicking me in the ribs...but for now they are fun! In 2 weeks I will be doing a blood glucose test and we will have an ultrasound then too since the doc wants to check my placenta. It was low lying at 18 weeks and they want to make sure that it does not stay that way (as it will cause issues later in the pregnancy). I have been moving alot more slowly these days and although I can still see my feet...I can barely touch them. Sean has had to help me lotion my lower legs a few times...lol! Heartburn is a constant right now and although it is not bad..it is quite annoying. Being that is one of my main discomforts these days...I will gladly take it (that's what tums are for!).
We have a first name in mind (although we are keeping it to ourselves) and are on a hunt for a middle name (if you have suggestions, post them in comments). Sean and I are super excited..we leave for MN in a few days. And our oldest, Zeva, will get to ride with us. We are also excited for the showers that people will host in the coming weeks/months. It is such a blessing to know that our little guy is loved so much!
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Yep- that all sounds about right lol! But you will survive it and start to hate how time seems to fly by after he's born. :( It is impossible to suggest a middle name without knowing the first name lol!!! Um... I like the names Micah and Maxwell. Michael and Elijah (Cam's middle name) always seem to make good middle names and go well with a lot of different first names....
I knew someone would call me out on that :)
Yes, it is hard to suggest a middle name without knowing the first name. Does it help that we are looking for names that start with a "L" or an "A"?
I love the name Aidan and Lance as possible middle names. However, im not sure it will flow with the first name since you all are keeping it a secret. Lol.
As for travel to MN, are you going to be okay during that travel time in the car? Just concerned.
Can't wait to see you guys in September.
Booatwright...did you talk to Boykin?! She had the same question about the trip to MN. I am so glad I have you all! Cuz if I had not thought to ask my doctor..yall would have made sure I did. He is requiring us to stop every 1.5hrs (yikes..I know!) But we did it during our trip to ATL and it did not really add much time at all. Plus since I have to drink a lot of water...I usually have to go to the bathroom on those stops anyway.
I am super excited for September!
By the way..loving the names....keep them coming!!
No, i didnt speak to B about it. I guess great minds think alike. Lol. Ee just want to ensure the baby (oh yes and you) are okay. I know those car rides take a toll in anybody after a while. Be careful young lady, like i did tell be earlier about another issue, our bodies are no longer able to bounce back and heal as they once did. Darn aging. Lol
If you get heartburn and don't have any tums around, gum helps a lot! I never had any tums but always had gum in my bag and my super smart boss (hehehe) told me that chewing gum helps neutralize the heartburn. Fruity gum is best but anything will do in a pinch :)
I did not know that! Thanks for the tip Tara!!
Stephan, I usually dont look at the posts but for some reason I read this one. I must say that u look great!!! ( not that u r bad looking r was expecting u too). As for middle names, my name BARNETT is very unique!!!! LOL. With that said, just choose a name that is unique because the lil eagle let will b very unique and special n his on way! Love ya n see u soon
Barney "ARIES"
Thanks Barney!! Love you too..can't wait to see you!!
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