20 Weeks

20 weeks with Roland Baby # 2

Size of baby:  Last week little baby boy was 11 ounces!
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 15 lbs
Maternity Clothes: Yes Yes Yes! Just got some new clothes in that I ordered from Old Navy and I love them all!

Gender: It's a Boy!!
Movement:Yes! I love it! I love being able to feel my sweet baby boy! Lats night while laying in bed Timmy was able to to feel him kick for the first time too! So sweet!
Sleep: I have been sleeping pretty good this week!

What I miss: I miss not being able to sleep on my stomach!!!!

Cravings: Haven't really had any cravings this week..
Symptoms: I still have a few nausea spells every now if I haven't eaten and then and Charlie Horses also if I have been standing/walking alot my tail bone starts to hurt! Nothing I can't handle though:)



These pictures aren't the best quality but by the time Timmy gets home I always forget to have him take a picture for me. I need to get better about that! Oh and yes I dyed my hair dark.. you can't tell alot by the pictures but I do it about one a year in the fall, I'm already ready for more blonde!

We have a name!!!! We have finally decided on a name for our sweet baby boy!!! I will post it later!!

Potty Training & A trip to the dentist

You may have read on here before about a few trips Brody has had to the dentist and some of the problems he is having with his little teeth aka cavities. We made another trip to the Dentist today, to see if they could use Laughing Gas and be able to fill a few cavities. I didn't really think that Brody would let them but I wanted to try one last time (rather than putting him to sleep.) He really was trying to be a big boy but he just did not want it done. I am looking for a good pediatric dentist in the Lexington area if any of you have any recommendations, please let me know!

I am so proud of Brody!!! We started potty training 2 weeks ago today and it has went so well. I am so glad that I waited until he was a bit older because honestly it has been so easy. He was definitely ready and it helped so much! Over the last 2 weeks of training he has woke up dry every morning, and probably has only had a total of 5 accidents the whole time, I would say he is Trained. He still is so proud each time he uses the potty and he continues to tell me that he is a BIG BOY! I am so proud of my Big Boy!

Thank you all so much for all of the advice on my last post about baby gear!

Here are some pictures from my Iphone of daily happening's around here...

Mr. Gattis for some fun after library time

Eating lunch at Fazoli's.. one of our favorite's

Took a trip to the apple orchard!

Brody loves apples!

Playing football after church

What do I need- Baby Edition

When I was pregnant with Brody, I knew that I needed everything. I was starting fresh and had no clue about all of the bets baby gear and equipment and what I would use the most, I just knew I needed it all. I kept alot of big items from Brody.. High chair, pack n play, stroller and infant seat, jumper and bumbo seat. It just seems like this time with the 2nd baby I do not even know where to begin with what I actually need? That sounds silly, doesn't it? I mean I've done this before I should know, right? WRONG! I have all of these thoughts running through my head.

Do I really need a fancy double stroller? Will I even use it? Or should I just have my single stroller and let Brody ride and use a carrier for the baby? If you are a mother of two, give me your opinion.

Should I get a swing this time? I used a hand me down with Brody (I got rid of it) and he really didn't use it that much. Should I get a new one and give it a try for this baby?

I used the Chicco Key fit Infant Seat with Brody which I kept. I am wanting to get a new one to have one for both vehicles. I loved the Chicco but I have heard alot of good things about the Graco Snugride Infant Seat as well. Give me your opinion?

I used the Bjorn baby carrier with Brody ( I liked it but not sure if I kept it) but I have heard alot about the Moby wrap. Should I try it or is there a better one you would recommend?

Oh my goodness.. what else am I missing??? I used the pack n play by my bed with Brody when he was small but we have moved our bedroom and I am not sure if it will fit so I am thinking of getting a bassinet. Do you have a favorite you would recommend?

I do know some things I want and use for sure but there are just so many options and they come out with so many new and different things and I love baby gear that I just don't even know where to begin. I would love to hear about your favorite's and opinions!!

19 weeks

19 weeks with Roland Baby Boy #2

I do have a picture but my mom took them on her camera so I will upload and add to this post tomorrow!

Size of baby: I went to the DR yesterday and had an ultrasound and he weighed 11 ounces and was measuring a week and a half ahead!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: Oh the weight gain, it's genetic. Happened to my grandma, my mom, and my sister, and my with Brody.. we gain alot. I don't care as long as my baby is healthy.. + 15 lbs

Maternity Clothes: I still have my one pair of jeans that fit ( but they are too short, so I make them Capri's) but since it is getting cooler I know they won't work anymore. I have gotten some new maternity clothes, but really need new jeans and I can't find any I really like. If you have any opinions let me know!!!

Gender: I have known it is a boy for a few weeks from where I went to Lexington Fetal Photography for an early gender Ultrasound. I went yesterday to my Dr for my 20 week gender ultrasound and he is definitely still A BOY!

Movement: I feel flutters. I can't wait to start feeling him all the time. He was moving around like crazy during the ultrasound yesterday.

Sleep: I have been sleeping pretty good this week!

What I miss: I miss not being able to sleep on my stomach!!!!

Cravings: This week I have wanted Italian and craving crackers and cheese!

Symptoms: I still have a few nausea spells every now if I haven't eaten and then and Charlie Horses!
 
I had a Dr's Appt yesterday which was my 20 week check up (Yes I am only 19 weeks) and for my ultrasound. Baby Boy Roland looked perfect and was so healthy, and I feel so blessed for that. He is definitely growing and was 11 ounces and was measuring about a week and a half ahead.
 
We are still trying to decide on a name for this sweet boy and we are having a really hard time, we have a few in mind but just can't agree and decide on a name. We do know the middle name will be Trent, after my dad. Ideas are welcome :)

Our Weekend

We have had a great weekend spending time with family and friends and enjoying this cool fall weather!

Brody absolutely LOVES getting his hair cut, loves it. Every time Timmy gets a hair cut Brody insists that he gets one too. On Friday evening we went for Timmy to get a hair cut and we were going to wait a little longer for Brody but he said, "Dad my hair looks ugly, I really need a hair cut." It was too funny and too cute so he got a hair cut too. He sits perfectly still and once they are done and turn him to the mirror he smiles and grins and is so proud!!!

After hair cuts on Friday we went to Buffalo Wild Wing's to meet up for dinner with our friends Andrea, Tommy and Gage!

Hunting season is in so that means on the weekends Timmy is usually hunting, so that means girl time! Yesterday he went hunting with Ryan and Travis so the wives's went shopping of course! Me, Lacey, Morgan and Brody went shopping and had a great day! Brody loved getting to see the Chik-Fil-A Cow! After shopping we went out and met the guys at Ryan and Morgan's and we cooked supper and played some games! I have to brga on Brody just a bit... he is doing a great job potty training and has had no accidents! He tells me when he needs to go and even being gone all day yesterday, he did awesome!!!!

Today we went to church and then went to Sakura to celebrate Titus' Birthday (The fam all celebrated yesterday in Lexington, but we didn't go..) and now we resting and having a lazy afternoon!!

Happy Birthday Baby Brother!

Happy Happy Birthday to the sweetest little Brother I could have ever asked for! My baby brother is celebrating his 14th Birthday today, and I cannot believe it. Seems like just yesterday he was so little and small ad turning 8 years old. He may be 14 and he towers over me now but he will always be my baby brother!!!! Happy 14th Birthday Titus Trent!!! You are one special brother and a very special Uncle to a certain little boy!!!!!

Me & Titus when he turned 8 heading to a UK football game..

Time flies... My handsome little brother!! He is heading to Lexington today for the UK game, Have a great Birthday Titus!!!! We Love you and are so proud of you!!!

18 Weeks

18 Weeks with Roland Baby Boy #2

I didn't take a picture today since  have felt awful and look awful!! I will try and take one tomorrow and add!

Size of baby: According to Baby Center the baby is about the size of a yellow bell pepper and about 7 ounces.

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 9 lbs.. I am sure I have gained more, have a Dr's appt next Wednesday

Maternity Clothes: I still have my one pair of jeans that fit ( but they are too short, so I make them Capri's) but since it is getting cooler I know they won't work anymore. I have gotten some new maternity clothes, but really need new jeans and I can't find any I really like. If you have any opinions let me know!!!

Gender: It's a Boy!!!!

Movement: I have thought I have maybe felt the baby a few times but nothing consistent. I started feeling Brody around 17 weeks so I am hoping to feel this little guy soon, I can't wait!!

Sleep: I have been sleeping terrible... I have allergies & sinus infection and it is no fun!!!
What I miss: I miss not being able to sleep on my stomach!!!!

Cravings: I have been craving alot of sweets, not good! This week not much since I can't even taste anything!!!
Symptoms: I still have a few nausea spells every now and then and Charlie Horses!

Potty Training

I haven't pushed Potty Training really hard with Brody because he has has not seemed interested when I did try so I didn't want to push it. Everyone told me that when he was ready I would know. I really would like him to be trained before the new baby comes but  yet I don't want him to regress once the baby is here. He is big enough and tells me when he has went in his diaper, so I thought I would give it another go, starting yesterday evening! He did awesome! He went in and the potty and had no accidents. He was so very proud of himself and as a reward we took a trip to the dollar store ( whatever works)! He has also done great today, and had 0 accidents. That was even with us leaving the house to go to Library Toddler Time and to lunch at Subway ( his pick, his favorite). I hope that it continues to go well and I am not putting diapers back on him, unless it just fails and maybe he just isn't ready. So far he is doing great!! It is a bitter sweet moment for me, although I really want him out of diapers, its just anohter step that my baby is growing up! Brody is 2 years and 9 months!

Just wanted to write about this so I would have it for my personal memories......

17 Weeks

Thank you for all of the Congratulations on having a baby boy!!! We are so excited and can't wait to add another little baby boy to our family. I still can't believe I will be a Momma to Two little boys!!!!!

My husband and I are very impatient and we just couldn't wait any longer to find out what we were having. So on Labor Day we were in Lexington and spur of the moment I decided to call Lexington Fetal Photography and see if she could fit us in, and lucky for us she could!! As soon as she started the ultrasound she started laughing and said I know exactly what it is, "It's a boy!!" We are so excited!! I go to my actual Dr's appt for my ultrasound on the 21st, but there is no mistaken that this baby is a boy!

I am very excited because one of my best friends is a few weeks ahead of me and found out yesterday she is having a baby girl, and then my other best friend just found out she is pregnant and due in April, so exciting!!

17 Weeks with Baby Boy Roland #2

I am terrible at taking weekly pictures, maybe it will be more like every 2 weeks or every month, but I will have them every now and then :)

Size of baby: According to What to expect the baby is about the size of an avocado


Total Weight Gain/Loss: 9 lbs

Maternity Clothes: I dug out my maternity clothes with Brody and Timmy took me shopping for some new ones on Sunday. I still have been wearing my favorite pair of pre-pregnancy jeans and Ive been hanging out in yoga pants alot, but I pretty much need maternity clothes now!

Gender: It's a Boy!!!!

Movement: I have thought I have maybe felt the baby a few times but nothing consistent. I started feeling Brody around 17 weeks so I am hoping to feel this little guy soon, I can't wait!!
Sleep: I have been sleeping pretty good this week.

What I miss: I miss not being able to sleep on my stomach!!!!

Cravings: My appetite is back and in full swing! I have been loving candy, sour patch kids, Reese cup pumpkins, and life saver's!

Symptoms: I still have a few nausea spells every now and then and Charlie Horses!

It's a ...........

What are little boys, made of?

Frogs and snails,

And puppy dog tails,

That's what little boys, are made of.

 
I am so excited to announce that we are going to have a A brand new little baby boy, to fill our hearts and lives with joy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

16 Weeks

16 Weeks with Roland Baby #2

Both pictures are terrible, haha I didn't have a very good photographer.

Size of baby: According to What to expect the baby is about the size of an avocado
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 9 lbs

Maternity Clothes: Not yet! I am wearing one pair of jeans that still fit all the time and wearing dresses! I don't want to buy fall maternity clothes until it feels like fall outside!! I will be needing to get some soon though! I have some things I kept from when pregnant with Brody too.

Gender: We find out in 3 weeks!!!!!!!

Movement: I have thought I have maybe felt the baby a few times but nothing consistent. I started feeling Brody around 17 weeks so I am hoping soon!

Sleep: Sleep has been bad the past 2 weeks! I have had terrible allergy issues going on and they are the worst at night and I also end up on my belly sometimes and it wakes me up of course.

What I miss: I miss not being able to sleep on my stomach!!!!

Cravings: My appetite is back and in full swing! I have been loving candy, sour patch kids, Reese cup pumpkins, and life saver's!

Symptoms: I still have a few nausea spells every now and then