Milestones...

Over the past few months, we have definitely experienced some changes around here!

 

On September 1st we found out we were having a girl. We paid a little extra to find out early, and I'm grateful we did. Jason was able to be there because they only do those ultrasounds on Saturdays. His work and school schedule keeps him VERY busy during the week, so he can't come to normal appointments.

 

About a week later, I realized I was finally feeling the baby move. Its SUPER hard to distinguish "tummy gurgles" from a baby when you've never experienced something like that before. The next time I'm pregnant, I'm sure I'll feel things sooner.

 

Since then, I've noticed she likes to kick me like crazy if my pants are too tight in the waist or if I eat something full of sugar like Sprite or candy.

 

At my 20 week appointment a few weeks ago, I got to see her through another ultrasound. That was awesome, and the hospital gave me a DVD! In the ultrasound, we were able to catch a few glimpses of Marlene's cute little face, and saw that she had her feet crossed. I guess she's just chillin out in there.

 

Last night, Jason was FINALLY able to feel the baby kick. Over the past few weeks I would tell Jason to feel my belly because she was kicking like crazy. And EVERY time, the minute he put his hand up there she would stop.

 

So last night I had the bright idea to tell Jason I was going to bed, and that this would probably be the best time to feel the baby. Every mom can probably tell you that the minute you lie down or stop moving, is the time when a baby will go nuts in your stomach. I was right, and within 30 seconds of lying down, Jason was able to feel a kick.

 

It was super cute to see his face light up and I could tell that he was so happy. Now he has a better understanding of when I complain about Marlene tap dancing on my bladder...her kicks are getting pretty intense.

 

Another new development is that I've definitely hit a "growth spurt." I've been feeling a lot of growing pains, and my belly button has officially become an "outie."

 

Stay tuned for more baby updates, and also a post about our trip to CA next week!