19 Weeks

What a week this has been! Brett and I were blessed in sharing the gender of our baby with our family and close friends this week. This was a very exciting time for us. For me it was so special for Brett to FINALLY join me at the doctor's office. He finally got to see his baby in "real life" and not a still picture. He also got to hear the heartbeat. It was great getting to look over at him and see how mesmerized he was while watching the monitors.

As many of you know we did not find out the gender of the baby at the dr. office. Instead we shared that moment with our family and friends through a gender reveal party. I think this was the best decision EVER! Everyone was full of anticipation, and kept asking, "Is it time to cut the cake?". We also revealed several names that could possibly end up as our baby's name.

Well on to the party:
Decorations (click to enlarge)
It's a BOY!!!!
The icing is BLUE!

Auntie and Mimi



How far along? 19w
Total weight gain/loss: 2 pounds
Maternity clothes? wore belly band twice; still wearing the same stuff
Stretch marks? No
Sleep: Toss and turn!
Best moment this week: Finding out the gender
Movement: yes evening/night
Food cravings: I don't really have any. I have to decide what I want right before I eat. Cherry flavored items, fruit
Gender: Sweet Baby BOY
Labor Signs: None, thank goodness
Belly Button in or out? In
What I miss: clothing
What I am looking forward to: Consignment sales to buy more for my little boy!
Our first shopping trip for baby! (click to enlarge)