Butterflies in my belly

If you haven't read elsewhere, I officially felt the baby move last night. What I thought was gas before was definitely the baby :) Just a few moments ago, I put on a Lonnie Liston Smith CD and the baby was groovin, er, relaxing to Garden of Peace. It was quite lovely :)

My big o belly

Yup, 'tis I. Click for bigger photo.I don't believe I'm all belly. Part bloating, part belly fat, and the rest baby :)

Don't Touch Me!

Found this on the Best of Craig's list postings. I'm sure you fellow mommas can relate ;)

16 week appointment

It was basically the same exact thing as my most recent appointment. She checked for protein in my urine, blood pressure, weight, and tried to detect a heartbeat which then led to her bringing in the ultrasound machine. The only thing different was that she measured my uterus, prescribed some topical medication for my cracked nipples (TMI...I know) and I took the AFP test. Hopefully, that goes well.

Not my belly

Diamonds & Pearls
Originally uploaded by cel.

It's my best friends, L's belly. I took shots of her for fun and here's what we got. More photos here.

Are you sure?!

Get ready for my first pregnancy related rant.

My mom had a little get together for her birthday yesterday and we had a few friends and family over to celebrate. Everyone commented on my belly and asked if I knew what gender the baby is. Then some random lady, who I don't even know and have never met in my life, asked "Are you sure?!" after I told her I was almost 4 months along. I believe her exact words were "Are you sure?! 4 months? I looked like YOU when I was SIX months!!! You cannot be that early!"

Well, uh, yes ma'am. I must be wrong. My Doctor must be wrong as well. You're the professional and I must at least be 6 months pregnant.

*rolls eyes*

My baby @ 13 weeks & 4 days

My recent prenatal appointment took place last monday, 07/30/07. Everything is fine. The baby is growing at the rate it's supposed to and the pregnancy is going well. I was a bit freaked out when she brought out the doppler and couldn't detect the heart beat after a few minutes. She took in the ultrasound machine and performed a transabdominal sonogram and again, found difficulty in detecting the baby. She did find it though after what felt like years and we both saw the heart beat which the doctor said was fine and healthy. That put a huge smile on my face. Thank goodness. Don't ever scare me like that again, woman! Doesn't she know I'm emotional?! :)

My sentiments exactly

15 weeks & 3 days

I had a prenatal appointment on Monday the 30th that I will blog about later (along with some new pics!) but I just had to say thank the powers that be that my morning sickness has finally subsided!!! I'm so thankful!