Waiting...

Tomorrow is my due date and I have to say most of us are surprised I made it this far.  Most predictions were that I was going to be early, but here I am still waiting for Cameron to be ready to make his appearance into the world.  On Friday at my check up I was 50% effaced and about 1cm dialated; some women stay that way for a week so theres no way to know.  On Saturday I had my "bloody show" so again we all hoped he would come over the weekend, but he didn't.  This morning I woke up feeling very exhausted and uncomfortable.  I got up like 5 times to pee and had a lot of my mind.  I have been getting a lot of advice to rest right now because I will need it, but when I try to take a nap it's difficult.  Every feeling I get I wonder if it's a contraction and my mind is so anxious that it's hard to sleep.  Anyone else had that problem? haha. 

Anyway here is the last belly picture.  Next post will hopefully be my birth story.  : )  *crossing fingers*

38/39 weeks...almost there

How far along? 38 weeks and 6 days

Total weight gain/loss: +31 pounds

Maternity clothes? Now that I am on leave I wear Joe's pajamas most of the time. hehe.

Sleep: Some nights I sleep pretty good and others I toss and turn.  Peeing a lot more too.

Best moment this week: I got Emily to feel my tummy move and she giggled.  It was so cute.

Movement: He is still a little mover, but when he kicks towards my ribs it doesn't feel so good. Poor guy is running out of room, he wants out.  ; )

Cravings: Same...breakfast foods and sweets

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Having braxton hicks contractions, more frequent peeing and a lot of "nesting"

Belly Button in or out? Out

What I miss: I miss feeling normal again.  I am ready for Cameron to make his appearance : )

Milestones: Being at full term and playing the waiting game.

36 weeks

How far along? 36 weeks and 6 days

Total weight gain/loss: + 29 pounds.  People say you gain most of the weight at the very end, but I don't feel I am.  I feel I gained the most in the 2nd trimester.

Maternity clothes? Everyday

Sleep: My back is starting to hurt again, so I had a couple of restless nights recently.

Best moment this week: Joe and I stayed at a hotel to enjoy a romantic weekend away before Cameron gets here, it was nice.

Movement: He is moving a little less now that he is running out of room to squirm around. hehe. Found out he is head down and in position though and we are getting excited.

Cravings: Corn bread with honey

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Still some braxton hicks every once in awhile

Belly Button in or out? Outty

What I miss: Feeling comfortable.  I am getting to the point where I have to get up out of bed a certain way and it feels wierd having all this weight in front of me. 

Milestones: I have officially started my Maternity leave and its nice to be off. : )

35 weeks and Pictures

How far along? 35 weeks and 3 days

Total weight gain/loss: + 26 pounds.  Still content with my weight gain.

Maternity clothes? I wear maternity clothes everyday to work and I wear Joe's shirts to bed.

Sleep: Still sleeping pretty good and only waking up to go to the bathroom.

Best moment this week: My 2nd baby shower with all my friends.  Joe and I had a great time and thought the co-ed idea went over well. :)

Movement: Still moving a lot.  I don't think his head is down yet, but we will find out our next appointment.

Cravings: Bread

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Some Braxton Hicks everyone once in awhile

Belly Button in or out? Outty

What I miss: Having more energy - I am very stubborn and hate asking for help with laundry, dishes, etc.  I can't wait till I can do it myself again. haha.

Milestones: Almost done with work.  I have 1 more week! : )
 
 
Also here are some pictures from the Baby Shower and our Maternity Photo Shoot:

Cutest Text Ever

This is a text I got from Joe on my Birthday

"Since there is only 1 hour of your birthday left I feel it's necessary to list all the great qualities of Jacqueline Squatritto: Kind, Loving, Passionate, Grateful, Godly, Forgiving, Sensitive, Logical, Cute, Smart, Willing, Trustworthy, Honest, Loyal, Apprehensive - yes that means Alert, Aware, Intuitive, Curious, Open Minded, Accepting, Driven and above all the very best wife and mother to be that a shmuck like me could ever wish to deserve. I love my wife, Happy Birthday Sweetheart"

I had to share this because it was the most awesome text I have ever gotten and don't ever want to forget it. : )

I love him!

33 weeks

How far along? 33 weeks and 3 days

Total weight gain/loss: + 24 pounds (got weighed yesterday)

Maternity clothes? Got some more for my birthday and feel like I have more clothes to choose from now, yay!

Sleep: I have been sleeping good.  I go to bed between 9-10pm and only wake up once.  I feel lucky and glad I am getting rest now because I knew soon I won't, hehe.

Best moment this week: I would say my Birthday because it was very relaxing and I enjoyed just spending it with family.

Movement: Cameron is quite the mover, I was comparing his kick count chart to my niece Emily's the other day and he is one active baby already, fun times. haha.

Cravings: Ice cream

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Not yet

Belly Button in or out? Outty

What I miss: Still missing the same stuff, coffee, my regular clothes and having more energy.

Milestones: Joe and I went to our Birthing class the other day and learned a lot.  Advice to new moms - don't miss it because it's worth going!

32 weeks

How far along? 32 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: Approx +22/23 pounds

Maternity clothes? I have to wear maternity pants or skirts or dresses all the time.  Getting into my old clothes is almost impossible now. haha.

Sleep: I have days where I sleep really well and others where I am a little restless

Best moment this week: Had family baby shower over a week ago which was fun and getting negative results for gestational diabetes was great news.

Movement: I feels his movements are more intense now and it's kind of cool.  I am starting to get an idea of how he is laying on certain days too.

Cravings: Any kind of Breakfast food like Ceral, Bagels, Eggs.

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Outty

What I miss: I have to say lately I am dealing with major low back pain so I look forward to that going away.  On Sunday night it hurt so bad I was in tears, so this weekend I am getting a prenatal massage at my work. I can't wait!

Milestones: I had a couple of people tell me that my belly looks like it dropped.  I can't tell because I see myself everyday so who knows.  I have a doctor's appointment next week so we will see.

Family Baby Shower

Yesterday was 10-10-10!!! and it was my Family Baby Shower at Sonoma Chicken Coop in Downtown Campbell.  It was planned by my mom, mother in law and my sister and they did such an amazing job.  My mom planned the food and kept track of RSVP's, my mother in law ordered the cake and made the favors and my sister did the center pieces and planned the games.  I have to say I feel so blessed to have such a loving family! : )

Below are some pictures from the party, enjoy!

The beautiful cake

The cute centerpieces

Opening gifts

Lots of Jeep stuff of course, haha

Ute, my mother in law, me and my mom, Janice

Me and my sister, Nicole

30 weeks

How far along? 30 weeks and 1 day (now basing this on my new due date-hehe)

Total weight gain/loss: +20 pounds (got weighed yesterday-I am content with this amount because my doctor said thats pretty average)

Maternity clothes? Still need to do more shopping but haven't gotten a chance to.  Good thing my birthday is in 3 weeks I can ask for clothes. haha.

Sleep: I think I still sleep pretty good for how big I am getting.  My prego advice is a body pillow, don't drink a lot of water before going to bed, and wear super comfy clothes and maybe even have a fan blowing. :)

Best moment this week: Emily (my 16 month old niece) patting my belly and smiling, so cute. And seeing Samantha and her boys - first time meeting Diego.

Movement: I am having fun using my kick count chart, so far no problems.  He is defiantly a mover.

Cravings: Gardettos and Popcorn - I used to hate popcorn.

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: No

Belly Button in or out? It's offically an outty now

What I miss: I would say better balance.  I used to be able to almost run and down the stairs at work and now I have to hold on to the railing and be careful.  I feel like an old lady. lol.

Milestones: Only being 9-10 weeks away from having my baby - I am still in shock and feels so surreal that he will be here soon.

Jackie and Joe

1. When is your "engagement" anniversary?

August 24th, 2008

2. When is your "marriage" anniversary?

August 8th, 2009

3. How long have you known your spouse?

A little over 3 years. We met summer of 2007.

4. How long did you date before you were engaged?

10 months

5. Where did you meet your spouse for the first time?

We met at Londoner Beauty Supply where I was working.  He came in to buy bleach for his hair and I helped him and recognized his last name as it was the same as Lorrin's (a friend of mine) boyfriend (who happened to be his brother).  He reconigzed me from both of us going to Leigh High, we just graduated a different year. I than found him on myspace a week later and we messaged back and forth for awhile and than he ended up asking me on our first date. : )

6. What is your spouse's full name?

Joseph Louis Squatritto

7. Do you have any children?

Yes, we have 1 on the way.

8. How many? Boys/Girls

Cameron is coming in December
9. Do you have any house pets?

We have Gabbi, our dog. She was Joe's, he has had her since 2005 but she totally adopted me as her mom and I love her!

10. Do you own a house or rent?

We live with my parents right now, but we have rented together before and will be again soon.

11. Do you live in the country/town/city?

San Jose, Ca

12. What is one of your favorite activites to do together?

We love watching movies, going on bike rides and going to the beach

13. Do you have a favorite vacation spot?

We don't really vacation much.  No money. haha.

14. When did you first kiss?

On our second date on my parents porch when he dropped me off.  When we were dating he was such a gentlemen, still is of course. haha.

15. What church do you attend?

We don't have a church that we attend reguarly, but we are both Christian and plan to find a church to call home soon.

16. Is this the church you were married in?

We werent married in a church.  We got married in Half Moon Bay in the Gardens by the Ocean.

17. What town is current address at?

San Jose, Ca

18. Do you work or stay home?

We both work full time

19. Where did you go on your honeymoon?

Huntington Beach and Disneyland

20. What was the funniest gift you gave while dating?

I can't think of any gifts I gave that were funny

21. How long have you been together?

About 3 years all together (A little over a year of being married)

22. How long did you know each other before you started dating?

Not long, only a couple of weeks

23. Who asked who out?

Joe asked me on our first date and he was the one to ask me to be his girlfriend.

24. How old are each of you?

Joe turned 27 in June and I will be 27 at the end of Oct.

25. Where do each of you go to school?

We both went to Leigh High but he graduated a year before me.

26. Which situation is hardest on you as a couple?

I would say financies.

27. Did you go to the same school?

Yes

28. Are you from the same town?

Yes

29. Who is smarter?

Depends on what it is. I always say Joe is more book smart but I am smarter when it comes to life situations.

30. Who is more sensitive?

Me

31. Where do you eat out most as a couple?

We try not to each out much, but when we do we like Applebees, Fresh Choice, and Chevys

32. Where is the farthest you two have traveled as a couple?

So Cal

33. Who has the craziest exes?

I would say Joe and he would agree, haha.

34. Who has the worse temper?

Joe

35. Who does the cooking?

Joe cooks more than I do and he is better at it. hehe.

36. Who is more social?

Me

37. Who is the neat-freak?

Defiantly me

38. Who is more stubborn?

I think he is, but we both are

39. Who hogs the bed?

Me

40. Who wakes up earlier?

Defiantly Joe

41. Where was your first date?

Starbucks, second date was at Elephant Bar

42. Who had more boyfriends/girlfriends?

Me

43. Do you get flowers often?

I did when we were dating, but not anymore.  I don't mind though, he doesnt need to.

44. How do you spend the holidays?

Thanksgiving we go to both families and just try not to overload on food.  Christmas eve we spend it with Joe's Family and Christmas morning we go to my parents house.

45. Who is more jealous?

Joe

46. How long did it take to get serious?

Not very long.  We moved in together after knowing each other for 3-4 months.

47. Who eats more?

He does

48. Who does the laundry?

Me

49. Who is better with the computer?

Me

50. Leave a piece of advice for other couples:

I always tell people to never go to bed mad at each other.  Make sure the situation is resolved before you fall asleep. : )

Feeling the need to complain : (

So I usually never complain about the pregnancy and can actually say I have had it pretty easy the whole time until the past few days.  The low back pain is getting worse and yesterday I spent all day feeling nauseous and have some gas problems.  This morning I called the advice nurse to see if maybe I just caught some type of stomach virus.  She said it's possible and to eat bland foods, drink water and watch out for fever like symptoms just in case.  I hate feeling nervous to eat expecially when Cameron needs the nutrients and I don't want how I am feeling to effect him, so I am trying my best.  I also googled these type of symptoms in the 3rd trimester and some women say its normal and its happened to them, so I am just hoping it doesn't last long and maybe I am just having a rough few days. *fingers crossed*
For the back pain I am trying to walk and exercise more and use pillows on the back of desk chairs or kitchen chairs, but any other advice would be helpful.

On a lighter side, here is recent picture of me.  I am still loving his kicks and movement and feeling closer and closer to him as time goes on.  I can't wait to meet him!

Next Doctor's Appt is Oct 5th so another update is on its way...

27-28 weeks

How far along? 27 weeks and 1 day (based on Dec 19th due date)

Total weight gain/loss: Approx +17 lbs

Maternity clothes? Its getting harder to wear my regular shirts and stuff and I don't want to stretch them out. Time to do more shopping.

Sleep: I am still getting good amounts of sleep and I have gotten used to getting up to go to the bathroom and going straight back to sleep

Best moment this week: Finding Gabbi after she was lost for over 24 hours.  I don't know what we would have done if we never found her.

Movement: Everyday - he is moving and kicking like crazy.  Its fun though. :)

Cravings: Bagels

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? It's 1/2 an outty. haha.

What I miss: Not having back pain almost everyday.  I have to say a couple of weeks that started and I know I am hitting my 3rd trimester but I can't wait till that goes away because its frustrating.

Milestones: Will officially be in my 3rd trimester this week. So wierd; it goes by fast.

Labor Day Weekend

I really enjoyed having 3 days off work to get some time in with family and friends and relax.  I also got some stuff done as well as I usually have a "to do list" on weekends because I can never get them done during the week. Such as paying bills, cleaning, organizing, and shopping.  On Sunday Joe and I decided to go to Vasona and do the paddle boats and enjoy the beautiful weather; I have lived in San Jose my whole life and had never done them. Crazy I know. lol.  It was fun, but quite a workout.  On Monday I went to the mall with Stephanie and Andee and they tried helping me find maternity clothes and I have officially decided they don't work for me.  Everything is too big or makes me look bigger than I am, so I am going to shop in the regular departments and just buy bigger sizes.  I had people give me that advice before since I am so small and I should have just taken their advice in the first place.  Oh well...I had to at least look. ; )  Last night we went out to dinner for my mom's birthday and it was my mom and dad's first time having Bucco di Beppo; I think they liked it.  Seeing Emily eat pasta with her fingers was hilarious and than she kept waving at one of the waiters; she is going to be such a flirt.  Love it! I can't wait till Cameron gets here!

Here is a picture Joe took of me over the weekend since I hadn't taken one in about 3 weeks. 
Getting bigger and bigger every week:

Till the next update; I wish you all a great rest of the week. : )

24-25 weeks

How far along? 24 weeks and 5 days

Total weight gain/loss: +15 pounds (I got weighed yesterday at the doctors)

Maternity clothes? I want more!

Sleep: I still sleep pretty well but plan on getting my sister's body pillow out of storage this weekend because I think it will help with some aches and pains I am having.

Best moment this week: Hearing Cameron's heartbeat yesterday. 160 - perfect ! : )

Movement: He is moving so much lately even during the day while I am at work and running errands

Cravings: Scrambeled Eggs

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Its almost all the way out...

What I miss: Being able to have caffeine especially Starbucks, haha.

Milestones: Had my first freak out moment about the Birth the other day, I was like oh my god I have to deliver him in like 3 months.  Am I ready for this?! Yikes.

23 weeks

How far along? 23 weeks and 4 days (still basing this on my first due date)


Total weight gain/loss: +13 pounds


Maternity clothes? As I get bigger I am finding that I defiantly need a couple more outfits because I keep wearing the same stuff. haha.


Sleep: I get great sleep when I am home, but going camping last weekend was a challenge (About 4 or 5 hours of sleep each night)


Best moment this week: Getting a facial last night, it was so relaxing and felt great. Momma's deserve the pampering time. :)


Movement: Still loving the little kicks and movement


Cravings: Pasta


Gender: Boy


Name possibility: Cameron Louis


Labor Signs: No, too early


Belly Button in or out? Its almost all the way out


What I miss: Being able to wear anything I want in my closet


Milestones: I am starting to talk to Cameron more when I am driving or in the shower, before I felt wierd to be honest...talking to my stomach but I am getting used to it and I want him to hear my voice and get to know him. hehe :)

Getting to know Jackie

ABC Survey


A. AREA CODE : 408


B. BED SIZE: Queen


C. CHORE YOU HATE: Cleaning up dog poop in the backyard


D. DOG'S NAME: Gabbi, it's short for Gabriella


E. ESSENTIAL "START THE DAY!" ITEM: Breakfast, I don't go a day without it.


F. FAVORITE COLOR: Pink has always been my favorite color, but I also like Blue


G. GOLD OR SILVER: Silver or White Gold


H. HEIGHT: 5'3"


I. INSTRUMENTS YOU PLAY: None


J. JOB: Sales Coordinator for a Hotel


K. KIDS: 1 on the way :)


L. LIVING ARRANGEMENTS: Right now Joe, Gabbi and I live with my parents and have been since March 2010 but we are getting a place in December 2010/January 2011 around the time Cameron gets here. I can't wait to have our own place again.


M. MOM'S NAME: Janice


N. NICKNAME: I used to have nicknames like Cutie, Angel, Jackster, Hollywood, Jakata (like Chiquitta banana) but I don't really have nicknames anymore except when Joe calls me Babe, Baby or Beautiful. haha.


O.OVERNIGHT HOSPITAL STAY: None yet, will have my first soon.


P. PET PEEVE: I have a few - Seeing someone chew tobacco and spit, Dirty hands, Eating around bees or flys (I will walk away and find somewhere else to eat, lol), Dirty sheets or pillow cases (my bed stuff has to be cleaned every week), When people repeat themselves like tell me a story they already told me. I can probably think of some more, but will stop. lol.


Q. QUOTE FROM A MOVIE: "I live my life 1/4 mile at a time" Fast and the Furious


R. RIGHTY OR LEFTY?: Righty


S. SIBLINGS: Nicole and in laws (Michael and Nick)


T. TIME YOU WAKE UP: Weekdays its around 7am and weekends around 8ish.


U. UNDERWEAR: It has to be cute


V. VEGGIE YOU DISLIKE: Peas


W. WAYS/REASONS YOU ARE LATE: Slept in, Helping my sister feed or change Emily (my niece) or driving behind a slow car (oh...thats another peet peeve, haha)


X. XRAYS YOU'VE HAD: Done lots of teeth x-rays and lately it's been Ultrasounds. : )


Y. YUMMY FOOD YOU MAKE: I make really good pancakes and cookies.  I made a really good 7 layer mexican dip once.  Joe does most of the cooking so thats all I can think of right now.


Z. ZOO ANIMALS YOU LIKE: Monkeys, Tigers, Dolphins and Seals

22 weeks

How far along? 22 weeks and 2 days

Total weight gain/loss: +11 pounds (I think)

Maternity clothes? My favorites are wearing summer dresses when I am out and Boxer shorts and tank tops when I am at home :)

Sleep: I still get good amounts of sleep and only get up once a night to pee, not too bad so far. haha.

Best moment this week: I went to a Wedding and he starting kicking when I was dancing to the music; already a musician/dancer by heart like mommy and daddy. Love it!

Movement: I feel him kick everyday especially right before I go to bed or right after I eat.

Cravings: Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches

Gender: Boy

Name possibility: Cameron Louis

Labor Signs: No

Belly Button in or out? It's kind of half way out, its starting to come out a bit.

What I miss: I do miss a flat stomach, but I wouldn't take back this pregnancy for anything. I am loving every minute of it.

Milestones: Registering...Joe and I registered this past weekend and had a blast! : )

Picture update

Me at 21 weeks. Loving the idea of wearing dresses. They are comfortable and cute :)

Cameron's first bibs.  The Nursery theme is Dark Brown, Light Blue and Guitars. Our little Rockstar! I can't wait!

20 weeks

How far along? I got a new due date at my last appointment, but if I go by my previous due date I am 20 weeks and 2 days.

Total weight gain/loss: +10 pounds

Maternity clothes? I usually wear maternity pants if they are clean or a skirt to work because its the only thing comfortable right now. hehe.

Sleep: I find that I wake up more in the middle of the night either because I have to pee or Cameron is moving.

Best moment this week: Finding out the sex and picking the name :)

Movement: He moves everyday and right now I am loving it, but I am sure when I get farther along I won't. (thats what people tell me)

Cravings: Chocolate (it always has been though)

Gender: BOY!

Name possibility: Cameron Louis Squatritto (I love how it sounds)

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Still an inny

What I miss: Having more energy.  I went for a bike ride with Joe this past weekend and having to take breaks a lot was frustrating, but I had to be careful.

Milestones: Finally knowing the sex has got me all excited to register and plan the baby showers. I have registered for some stuff and will wait for Joe to do the rest and The family (Hosts: Janice, Nicole and Ute) and friend (Hosts: Andee and Steph with help from Samantha and Lorrin) baby showers both have dates and places all set.  Sooo excited!

It's a BOY!

We had the Ultrasound appointment today where they checked all body parts and measured everything. 

A very healthy baby BOY!  Joe and I are very excited and weren't suprised at all as we both thought we would have a boy.  Boys run in Joe's family so it was very likely.  We are pretty sure we are going to stick with Cameron Louis, we love that name  :)  It was fun to see his spine, feets, hands and seeing how energetic he is.  I hope he has Joe's ambitions and be full of energy and intelligence just like daddy and than have mommies giving nature and good logic.  hehe.  I know he will be perfect!

About half way there...wow!

How far along? 18 weeks and 5 days

Total weight gain/loss: Approx. +8 pounds. I will be weighed on Monday.

Maternity clothes? I got a whole bag of maternity clothes from a friend at work and she is my exact size so I feel so lucky and blessed.  What a great friend! :)

Sleep: I got good sleep this week. Been going to bed by 9pm. hehe.

Best moment this week: I got employee of the month at my work and my gift was a giftcard to Babys R Us. I was so excited - babies first gift because of mommas hard work. :)

Movement: I feeling the baby move more and more everyday and loving it.

Cravings: Frozen Yogurt

Gender: Find out in 3 days!

Name possibility: Lilly Marie or Cameron Louis...I am still playing around with some other ideas though.

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? It's still in inny, but I can tell it's starting to come out a little bit

What I miss: Being able to walk at a normal pace, I feel I walk slower now and it's kind of annoying and hard to get used to.  I used to be such a fast walker when I go run errands or something.

Milestones: Being at the half way point. I can't believe how fast time has flown by.  Oh! and telling people I am not that big.  I had someone tell me the other day that I seemed bigger than 18 weeks and I must be having twins. I shut her up by saying I am 5'3" and was 115 pounds before I got pregnant of course my tummy sticks out a lot. lol.

17 weeks

How far along? 17 weeks and 4 days


Total weight gain/loss: +8 pounds
Maternity clothes? Still have only bought 1 outfit, but will need more soon.
Sleep: First time of tossing and turning this week, but I don't think it has to do with the baby.
Best moment this week: People wanting to touch my tummy now that it's getting bigger. I am actually one of those women that don't mind it. Maybe I like the attention on me and the baby already? haha.
Movement: Feeling the baby move a lot more now, its so awesome
Cravings: Salads and Jamba Juice
Gender: Find out in 10 days, Counting down :)
Name possibility: Lilly Marie or Cameron Louis...I am still playing around with some other ideas.
Labor Signs: Not yet...too early. Note: I am having those growing pains though a lot lately...guess my stomach is wanting to get bigger.  Here we go... lol.
Belly Button in or out? It's still an inny
What I miss: Taking a hot bath or going in a sauna (we have 1 at work) ... I will defiantly be doing those right after the baby comes
Milestones: Deciding on my last day at work and now I am figuring out how long to be gone. Last day is November 30th and I am thinking 2-3 months?

Can't believe I am 4 months already

How far along? 16 weeks, 5 days


Total weight gain/loss: + 7 or 8 pounds, about the same

Maternity clothes? I bought my first pair of black slacks that are maternity last night, I can't wait to wear them. They seem so comfortable.

Sleep: Still getting 8 hours of sleep every night, no troubles yet

Best moment this week: Joe and I are starting to talk to the baby and it makes it feel more surreal. We can't wait to meet him or her.

Movement: Defiantly felt some movement this week : )

Cravings: Sandwiches

Gender: Find out in 2 weeks :)

Name possibility: Lilly Marie or Cameron Louis have been our favorites so far. I also love the name Bella but I know everyone will ask me if I named her after Twilight, so that will be annoying. haha.

Labor Signs: Not yet, way too early

Belly Button in or out? Still "in"

What I miss: My belly button ring, I took it out like 4 or 5 months ago and I probably will never put it back in, but it defiantly feels wierd. I had it for so long.

Milestones: My belly is defiantly finally showing to the point where everyone can tell I am pregnant and not just gaining weight. haha.

New Survey

How far along? 15 weeks, 4 days
Total weight gain/loss: + 7 pounds
Maternity clothes? Not yet
Sleep: Wish I had time for Naps
Best moment this week: Going to the Doctor's and hearing the heartbeat
Movement: I swear I felt the Bubble/Flutter this week
Cravings: Pizza
Gender: Not sure yet, but Joe and I both think we are having a boy...could be wrong though.
Name possibility: Lilly Marie or Cameron Louis have been our favorites so far
Labor Signs: Not yet, way too early
Belly Button in or out? Still "in" right now
What I miss: Fitting into my tight jeans, haha
Milestones: Being in my 2nd trimester : )

15 weeks update

We had another appointment yesterday, 15 weeks and 1 day.  Everything went great.  All my test results from last time came out either normal or negative and the doctor was very pleased.  We got to hear the baby's heartbeat (which was amazing) and it is very strong and healthy.  Little baby Squat was moving around alot and defiantly very active, he/she gets that from Daddy for sure. hehe. We can't wait to find out the sex on July 26th. :)

Here is another baby bump picture

Pregnancy Survey I did because I was bored : )

Pregnancy Survey For Women Expecting
1. How many months along are you in your pregnancy? I am 3 1/2 months
2. What was your first reaction when you found out? Happy
3. Were you scared? If so, of what? Yes, not being finacially and emotionally ready
4. Was it hard for you to tell others, or was it easy? It was hard because of Joe and I's situation at the time
5. Do you fear birth? I am nervous
6. Are you having a c-section, or vaginal birth? Not sure yet
7. When is your due date? December 19th, 2010
8. One thing that stresses you most about being pregnant? The financial part of it
9. Do you know if the baby will be a boy or girl yet? Not yet
10. What name are you planning on giving your child? It depends on the gender
11. Tell me all of the names you considered for your baby? For a girl: Lilly, Annabelle, Isabella. For a boy: Cameron, Aidan, Kaden
12. Can you feel your baby kicking now? Not yet
13. Worst thing about being pregnant? Being tired all the time
14. Best thing about being pregnant? It's an amazing experience to know there is a living thing growing inside of you
15. Do you get morning sickness? Not really, I have been lucky
16. Do you cry a lot? I cried a lot even before I got pregnant, haha.
17. Have you peed yourself yet!? No
18. Do you know anyone who is pregnant right now, besides you? Yes
19. First person you told you were pregnant, besides the one who got you pregnant? I called Stephanie and Joe called his mom
20. How was your boyfriends/husbands reaction to the news? He cried and kept smiling all night
21. Do you have a nursery set up yet? No
22. What is the nursery theme? Not sure yet
23. Tell me all of the things you have bought for the baby: None yet. I have gotten some hand me downs already though
24. Have you had your baby shower yet? No
25. Best thing you got at the baby shower/or thing you hope to get at the baby shower: I hope someone will get us a crib or dresser/changing table. Those are expensive : (
26. Who is planning your baby shower or who planned it? We are thinking of having a family one (women only) and than a friend one (co-ed). I guessing the family one will be planned by my mom and the friend one by Joe and I and some help from Steph and Andee I think?
27. Are you nervous for the birth? Yes
28. Do you think you will be embarrassed if your water breaks in public? Probably
29. Did you know that vaginal birth hurts for just as long as a c-section birth, after the baby is born? I read about them
30. Will you be able to have natural birth, with no drugs? I have choosen to take drugs, I am not going to try and be savage. haha.

Bump Pictures

13 weeks

10 weeks

Just another day

It's just another day at Hotel Los Gatos and I still continue to have a love hate relationship with my job. I have been here for over 2 years now and I love the people I work with and some of our freguent clients/guests are awesome, but I have to say working in a 4 star hotel in Los Gatos isn't easy. I deal with a lot of what do they call them "stuck up, high maintence type" and there are days I just want to scream and say really people? Do those small little things like having a balcony or a pool view mean that much to you when your trying to get the also the best price you can get when we all know you are rich. haha. It cracks me up what some people expect; if only they could appreciate what life really is all about. It's not about having the fancy car, the best suite in a hotel, or the big $100,000 wedding. Sit back and just smile : )
But you know I can also say that some of the brides and grooms I work with and some of the corporate freguent clients I talk to are amazing and so sweet and wonderful to work with. Thats why I always tell people there are good days and bad, I love where I work, but I also get stressed at some of things I do. It only makes me stronger right?!

On another note. I am 9 weeks and 4 days today and feeling good. I don't have another appointment until I am 14 weeks, but I am looking forward to it and just enjoying being pregnant. :)

My 2nd Appointment

Our Little Peanut.

What an amazing feeling...Joe and I go to my follow up ultrasound appointment and we see a heartbeat, a small being growing inside of me. It's an awesome feeling and we are so excited! Today I am 7 weeks and 4 days and due December 19th. Little Christmas Baby coming! :)

I have been feeling a little nauseous lately, but not too bad. Just tired and making sure to get lots of sleep. I am looking forward to the pregnancy journey.

My First Doctor's Appointment

I had my first doctor's appointment yesterday and I was little nervous, but thank god I had my mom there with me as support. (Joe had to work). After examining me she did confirm that I am pregnant (obviously, I took 4 home tests-haha) but that I was also not far along. I am only 4-5 weeks right now so in the ultrasound there wasn't much to see so I wasn't able to take a picture home. She had me make another appointment in 2 weeks in order to get a better ultrasound and a better idea of when I am due. We both still think it will be mid December like a week before Christmas maybe. She also recommended giving blood every 2 days for about a week to make sure my horomone levels are right on track and today I got my results from yesterdays blood tests and they are looking good so far. Also when she examined me she said my body is taking it well and my ovarious look fine and my uterious is growing at its own pace. :)
I look forward to my next appointment on May 5th and hopefully Joe can make it to that one. More updates to come. :)

When to tell people your pregnant?

I have been told that woman should wait till their 3 months before they tell people "just in case" something were to happen. I can agree that it would be really hard to have to people you had a miss-carriage but how would you be able to keep it in that long? When something happy and exciting happens in your life you want to share it. I have told most of my good friends and a few co workers that I am really close with and of course Joe's parents know and I plan to tell my parents tonight; I don't think thats too much. The fact that I didn't plaster it all over the facebook and sending it to a bunch of people is being conservative about it. I got told from a close co worker of mine today that I should keep it to myself for awhile because I might loose the baby; I know she may be looking out for me but I took it offensivly. It made me sad because as someone who just found out their pregnant doesn't want to hear that. Am I wrong? What are your thoughts?

Bun in the oven

The beginning to a wonderful future. I can't wait to be a mom!
I took a test on April 10th, 2010 and got the result right away.
First people to find out: Chris, Jolene and Carol. (they were downstairs)
First people we called: Ute (Joes mom), Ira, Stephanie and Samantha

First Doctors Appt will be April 21st, 2010. More to come...