Monday, February 27, 2012

15 Weeks and a First!

I've officially made it to 15 weeks.  This is starting to feel completely real and exciting!  I'm going to make a valiant effort to start writing a weekly update- I want to remember these little details 10 years from now!  So, here goes nothing:

Week 15:  (Ok, so I'm 15w 1d...)

Weight Gained: 9 lbs

Cravings:  Sizzling Rice Soup, Avocado & Cucumber Rolls, Gatorade

Food Aversions:  Most meat- I just can't do it.  Thank God for Greek yogurt, or I would get no protein!

Symptoms: Near-constant nausea, daily headaches, occasional BH contractions.  Also, pregnancy-related constipation is no joke.  That is all I'm going to say about that. 

How I'm Feeling:  Tired!  I'm actually grateful to my MFM for cutting back my hours- he seemed to know that I needed it before I did. 

Exciting Stuff: First Real Kick!
Today, after waking up from a 12 hour napping marathon, I rolled over and felt a very distinct kick on the left side of my belly.  I held my breath for a second, and two more little kicks followed.  Wow.  I've felt tiny little taps or flutters for a few weeks, but nothing that made me stop and pay attention.  These were honest-to-goodness baby feet going crazy.  I can't wait until their movement is more constant and predictable, because I keep waiting to feel them again!

Weekly Worries:  Still concerned about my cervical length.  Hopefully we'll re-check on Thursday at my OB appt.  Maybe the reduced work hours have helped!

5 comments:

  1. Your cravings sound delicious! I sure hope I crave yummy things like this and not a Big Mac :) I'll keep good thoughts for your Thursday appointment!

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  2. I TOTALLY have the same avocado/cucumber roll cravings! In fact, I just made my DH get me some last week! :)

    And, now I want more.

    Yay for the first "big" kick!! :)

    Sending good thoughts for your cervical check on Thursday!!

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  3. Kicking is the best!!! Wait until you feel them hiccup. Love that you are doing well, take special care of yourself sweetie.
    Meredith

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  4. Ugh...I seem to have all your symptoms with you! Love that you are feeling the baby kick already! Too cool!

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  5. Hi Mary Margaret, I have just found out about your amazing news all these weeks in!!
    Congratulations to you both, it is the best news! I am so so happy for you both, having followed your blog over the last year or so and shared in your ups and downs.What a journey you have both had.
    I am so glad to see you treasuring every moment of your pregnancy - and twins to look forward to!!! Double the pleasure after all this waiting and worrying. So happy for you.
    Take the best care of yourself now.
    Gill xx

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