I can't believe I'm 5 months already! Though I still have 5 months to go since I just began the fifth month. I had a check up on Friday (sans ultrasound) and everything appears to be going along fine. Lab tests were fine and I wasn't even as anemic as I felt. I've also found prenatal vitamins that don't make me throw up because they are in capsules instead of tablets and therefore don't have a strong smell. In other weird pregnancy quirks, I also can't deal with the smell of the dish washer (clean or dirty) and grilled vegetables for some reason. That's too bad because it's summer vegetable season and grilling season! Hopefully the grilled veggie sensitivity will end with the pregnancy because I've always loved grilled veggies! However, I'm gobbling up tons of fruit still and the market now has nectarines, peaches and pluots along with all the berries I still love. I can't seem to get enough fruit!
The belly is getting more pronounced a little every day and Jake surprised me with this awesome pillow that makes sleeping a little more comfortable. I'm glad I got this early on because the uncomfortable factor is only going to get worse. Much worse. I have a very short torso and am going to be very round and off center! I'm going to need all the help I can get.
I'm still wishing I was back in Michigan because I such a nice time a couple weeks ago. In addition to missing family I miss all the summer greenery and the crazy weather. Unfortunately I didn't get to see a thunder storm but I'll have another opportunity later this summer. Thanks to everyone at home who housed us, fed us and doted upon us. We love you all very much!
Here in Santa Cruz, I had a lovely weekend and saw lots of friends I haven't seen in awhile. However, today it's back to work for three days then I have the rest of the week off to get some regular life stuff done, prepare some baby related things and prepare for a co-worker's baby shower. Our next prenatal appointment is in 3 weeks when we will have the 20 week ultrasound and will meet with the midwife for the first time. The midwife is in the same practice as my MD so it's really convenient and all my medical records are available. My doctor said that if she were to have another baby, she would be comfortable with any of the midwives in her practice (there are 3). I'm so glad that she said that.
Happy Father's Day to my daddy (who's on the road today) and to all the other dads in my life!
2 comments:
We loved having you in MI, even for such a travel-intensive visit.You went from Grand Rapids to Marquette in the UP, back to GR, on to Lansing, then Chelsea, then W. Bloomfield and Chelsea again before heading to the airport. Whew! I think you should add the great picture of you reclining on the rock shelf above Lake Superior with this posting.... xxx
Going on month number 5 means you are half way to becoming the wonderful mother we know you will be. Hope the last months will be more comfortable than the first few months. That great pillow should make sleeping more comfortable.
Hopefully your quirky aversion to grilled veggies will cease and you will be able to enjoy the bounty of the season. Odd that you also can't stand dishwater. Maybe that is a sign you shouldn't be doing dishes. (Hint, hint to Jake)
It was great seeing you both again.
Love,
The Elders
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