13 Weeks (Formerly Known as 12 Weeks)

Sorry 12 weeks, you got the boot. I turned (or should I say Baby Shark turned) 13 weeks yesterday. Of course my stupid digital camera died so we had to take photos with Chris's cell phone. This is me trying my very hardest to look pregnant. The only time I actually want to look bigger in photos!!! I'm trying to stick out that belly and shape it the best I can haha. I have noticed in the past few days though that it's been sticking out more and more. I think Baby Shark is still nestled down in my pelvis but it's pushing everything else out of the way! Chris gets his hair cut out at the beach so we thought what could be a more perfect backdrop for my first belly shot than the ocean?? I know babies can hear sound (although I'm not sure yet when that develops a little more) so I hope he/she could hear the ocean. Taking a nap on the beach was one of my very first memories! I remember being under the umbrella on the blanket and my mom or dad must have put me down. I was probably around 4. I would love for that to be our baby's first memory. We talked about how we can't wait to take him/her on adventures and day trips with us and explore. We hope for the baby to enjoy all those things with us.

Not much new to report on the "how I'm feeling" front. I took some unisom last night to get a good night's sleep (it's approved for pregnant ladies) and although I did wake up once or twice I fell right back asleep. As my sister said, I have plenty of time to be sleep deprived so I should try to get as much sleep as I can now!

Now a little letter to baby (I'm thinking maybe of printing all these out to go with my belly book - thanks Katie & Charlie) ...

Dear Baby,

Your dad and I were so excited to see you the other day! We couldn't believe how big you were already. You waving to us was a nice treat. I wouldn't mind seeing more of you but I know I have to be patient. It was such a relief to hear your heartbeat and get the seal of approval from the doctor. I am trying to be nice and healthy for you but I was relieved to know you're doing well in there. I feel closer to you now that I've seen you. You aren't just an "idea" now. You're a real little human. I feel less and less nervous and more and more excited and happy. I know there will be a time closer to when I will meet you for real that the nerves will return but for now I am enjoying a peaceful and happy feeling knowing that you're perfectly content to grow and grow. Your dad and I talk about all the fun things we want to do with you someday and the things we want to show you. Your dad is a fun guy! He makes me laugh a lot and I know he'll make you laugh too. I hope I can be a good mama to you. I know for sure I can love you lots! I hope I can encourage you to chase after all your dreams. I think about that a lot. I know you're going to be a very special person (and clearly I'm not biased in any way) and I hope I can do everything I can to support you in every way. Well, Baby, until next time (and before my pregnancy hormones start making me get any more weepy haha) I want you to keep on growing and I'll take care of the rest!

All my Love,
Mama