Week 22

Date: 5/30/15

How far along: 22 weeks

Fruit-size comparison: Papaya

Maternity clothes:  I  recently got a bunch of maternity clothes from both my sister-in-law and my friend, Alexis.  It's been so nice having more clothing options lately.  I'm going to have buy some shorts, tank tops, and dresses, but I'm mostly set with long-sleeve shirts and pants. (Thank you, Katie and Alexis!)

Weight gain:  I haven't weighed myself since my doctor's appointment. I haven't been quite as hungry lately so I'm very curious how much I've gained this time around. 

Stretch Marks: Not yet.

Sleep: It's been a little better again.  The chiropractor is having me come in twice a week right now and I think it's doing the trick!  Next week I'm also getting a medical massage and the chiropractor is going to teach me some stretches.  Hopefully it will all keep me a little more comfortable for the rest of the pregnancy. 

Best moment of the week:  I  officially resigned from my job on Tuesday and my last day is June 30.  I'm going to enjoy a summer off and then try being a stay at home mom.  It's going to be quite an adjustment, but right now I'm looking forward to it.  It's really weird being done with my job and it's not entirely happy, but it was nice to get the awkwardness of resigning over with.   I might write a whole post about it because I feel like I have a lot of emotions to sort through. 

Movement:  I love feeling the baby move around.  He's active fairly often so I get a lot of reassurance that he's doing well in there.  

Cravings: I think it's mostly sweets.  I really have to work at not constantly having ice cream, especially now that it's warm. 

Gender: Boy!

Anything making you queasy/sick: Nope. 

What I miss:  Not much.

 What I’m looking forward to: My next doctor's appointment and being done with my job. 

Symptoms: Just a growing belly and back pain.  I get occasional heartburn, but if I take a few Tums I can keep it under control.  I also noticed the other day that my belly button is getting flat.  I'm curious if I'll get an outtie.  

Emotions:  I'm really feeling quite happy and ready to nest.  As most of you probably know, I'm kind of a procrastinator so I haven't done much for the nursery yet, but I'm excited to get it cleaned out and full of baby things!