So apparently I'm showing. A lot.

Yes, well I was calmly and in due time make my annoucement to work. That didn't exactly happen. Monday morning, I was completely outed. I was in an elevator full of people from my department when a woman I've talked to maybe 6 times says,"I didn't know you were pregnant." How exactly is one supposed to respond to that? I think my jaw hit the floor as a attempted to control the redness I could feel coming to my face. I said, "Well, yes." She then tried to explain herself, probably because she could tell I was wondering how the hell she could know that. Up until this point, I had only told one coworker, a trusted friend, who never talks to this lady. She says, "No, you look great. I could tell cause you're so skinny and the way you were standing." Okay. So I politely ask her if she wouldn't mind keeping it quiet (and the rest of the freaking elevator at this point) since I haven't really told people at work yet. Completely busted.

By this time, we're at our floor and total panic ensues. I must tell my boss ASAP before he hears it from, I don't know, one of the ten people in the elevator with me. Fortunately, I see him in the hall and we set up a meeting for later that afternoon. He was overjoyed for me and thought the elevator story was pretty funny. So it all turned out okay.

Today I'm 13W 1D and as my special treat for entering my second trimester, I'm FINALLY getting my hair colored again. It's looking sort of crack whore right now, since it's so grown out. I can't wait. I'm going to try to convert a pair of my well-fitting-yet-not-too-expensive jeans into maternity this weekend. Apparently I need some room for this baby in my waistband area. That way I can stick my stomach out even more.

Second Photoshoot

Our second ultrasound went pretty well. The tech was great. We got to see the baby moving all over the place, kicking and jumping. It was pretty crazy. We also got to hear the heartbeat - 148 bpm. Then the doc came in did the NT part of the scan. He kinda sucked...not talkative, in a hurry. I had to ask him if everything looked good and when I would hear the results. We just have to put him on the list of docs we hope aren't on call when we deliver.

I got blood drawn once we were done and I should hear in a week if everything looks good. I'm keeping my fingers crossed but I can't help but be nervous.

NT Screen Tomorrow

11 Weeks today! Whoa that flew. I'm almost out of my first trimester. Tomorrow we have our second ultrasound and the neucal translucency screen in which the doc looks for signs of Downs Syndrome. I'm of course nervous about that, but just nervous in general to make sure everything is okay with Peapod. But it will be reassuring to see our baby again on the screen.

If everything looks good, we'll officially be out. We'll give our parents clearance to tell whoever they like, and although most of our friends know, we'll probably email the few stragglers left. Then, it's on to telling work. My plan if to tell my boss at the end of next week, right at 12 weeks, and then hopefully have a little meeting with my team to tell everyone else. I'm just praying it goes over well.

We've also started talking about baby names. It's so hard because so names that we like are already taken by friend's kids, or we have friends with the name. We don't want anything too crazy either. I think we'll probably wait until we know the sex before seriously considering anything. That way we can just rule out one whole category.

Wow! We're really having a BABY. Crazy.

Ick

I don't mean to complain, but yes I do. I feel gross. This week has been rough. I've been exhausted in the evenings - I usually fall asleep in front of the TV around 8:30. I wake up again and actually get into bed, but I just feel like I'm dragging my body through the night. I've been okay during the day. More tired but nothing awful. I can tell the pregnancy hormones are peaking though, because I've definitely had a little more nausea. Usually in the late mornings and once I get home from work. Saltines work wonders for for though. Thank God for those little simple crackers.

I'm 9 weeks today and I'm starting to think about when to tell work. We have our first trimester ultrasound and NT screen in two weeks, and I'm thinking that the best plan is to wait until then. That way, I can tell everyone during week 12 and feel pretty good about the timing (i.e. not waiting too long so that my obvious baby bump speaks for itself but also feeling good about the viability of our little peapod).

Other than work though, I'm out. Well, not entirely. I'm telling a number of our friends tomorrow since we'll all be out together. And then I figure the flood gates will open. But all of Hubby's family knows, and my parents all know. I haven't green-lighted the extended family yet...but pretty soon. It's so exciting sharing the news.

I'm definitely dying for the weekend to come. This one's a long one too since it's Columbus Day Monday. I think we'll go pumpkin-picking.

First Picture

Look at that beautiful baby. Doesn't look like much right now, but it was still very exciting. We got to see the heartbeat on the screen. It was just a little flicker, but definitely there! I measuring 7w 5d, which is normal, and my due date is May 14th. I love the fact that the due date is right between my sister's and my mom's b-days. Perfect!

The doctor said everything looks good, and I go back in a month for my N/T screen. They check for neural tube issues that could indicate Down Syndrome. I'm excited and happy and feeling pretty calm about everything.

Tomorrow, I'm going to get a Bella Band. I didn't think I would be needing it this early, but I'm getting a serious muffin top from all the constant eating I do. Most of my pants are snug, and it's only going to get worse. So I'm preparing myself. I could also use a few more blousy tops that better conceal my growing gut. I thought I wasn't supposed to show for months! Well, I guess right now I'm just showing excess bloat. At least it's all for a good reason:)

Symptoms

I thought maybe I'd be one of those lucky ones. But, no, Monday morning I was napping peacefully on the train on the way to work when I felt a little feeling in the pit of my stomach. I knew it was coming, and thankfully I made it to the bathroom before I barfed. Yuck. I also have been feeling okay since then, so I think the culprit was my empty stomach. No food for eight plus hours times train rocking = barf.

I've also started to look a little, well, fat. I've only gained maybe 2 pounds, but I look so bloated in my midsection. Today I'm wearing a fitted button-down shirt and really regretting that decision, because it's not very forgiving. My pants are getting snug, and when buttoned, are not all that comfortable. Also, my boobs are huge. Well, huge for me anyways. Huge and sore. I might as well get used to that, I guess.

Also in the last few days, I have been ravenously hungry. Like if it's been two hours since I ate something, my stomach starts growling and feels like I haven't eaten in a week. Therefore, I've been eating pretty constantly and at this rate, I'll gain 60 pounds in this pregnancy.

Tomorrow, we have our first doctor appointment and ultrasound tomorrow. Very exciting!

First Appt

I had my first appointment yesterday, which was kind of a letdown, because it was with the OB nurse. And they didn't even test my hCG, or give me a urine test. She just trusts me when I say I got two positive tests 12 days ago. Kinda weird, but I guess why test unneccesarily?

I almost passed out when getting my blood drawn...I hate that part. Hopefully everything looks good on whatever panels they're running. I guess I'll hear next Thursday at my VERY FIRST ULTRASOUND!!! I'm pretty excited about that. Going to Disney tomorrow. Hope it's still a good time even though I can't ride the really good rides ;)