More Belly Pics



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Here are more belly pics.  Baby Weaver is trying to make more room everyday.  Some days I feel short of breath and some days I can only eat small meals because of feeling full after a few bites.  I put my same PJ pants on to keep the consistancy with the pics :) 

I've been working the 3-11pm shift this week at work so I've been watching those baby story shows.  They just seem to suck you in.  And, yes, they make me tear up everytime.  I find myself getting more and more excited every day about this little one getting here.  Please keep the prayers coming for a healthy baby and continued healthy pregnancy. 

Happy Thanksgiving

So, of course, I'm behind on my posting.  Here is a picture of Ann and I with our baby bellies on Turkey Day.  These bellies were a lot bigger after being full of turkey.  Both babies are doing very well.  They are kicking like crazy. 

Baby Weaver is kicking so hard that my belly moves.  It is so funny to watch. I have been feeling well and continuing to have an appetite for carbs and cheese.  My glucose test is a few days before Christmas, so I am praying for good results.  I will definitely cry if I have to limit my carbs and sweets.  I'm sure Ann and I will take another belly shot at Christmas and I'll try and be more prompt with posting.  Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas!!!!

Belly and Baby Report

Here is the belly report:  This is me at the halfway point.  I am 20 weeks in this picture.  I have to say that I've been pretty slack at taking the belly pictures.  This is the first one we have taken.  Stepping in front of a camera right now is not on my list of things I want to do.  I honestly thought I would be that first time mother that would record every little thing that is happening with this pregnancy.  That definitely hasn't been the case.  I am really surprised at myself.  Days go by before I remember "Hey, I need to write that down in my baby book".  And then, I'm looking back at my calender trying to recall which day it was.  ( my mind is like spaghetti these days )  I find myself being way more concerned about what I'm doing to have a healthy baby and pregnancy.  I'm doing really well at reading the baby books and monitoring what I'm eating.  However, those cheeseburgers and cheese fries are sooooooooo good!!!  Cheese has been one of my favorite things to eat, along with fruit.  Between mom and I, we are making weekly trips to Sam's to get a huge container of grapes that I devour before the week ends.  Sweets are the last thing I think about, thank goodness!  I did enjoy some Milk Duds that were in our Halloween candy, but no cravings for sweets.  I have been sleeping as well as can be expected with the nightly trips to the bathroom.  I guess that's just getting me use to getting up in the middle of the night for feedings in the future.  The ability to bend over and pick things up or do things has also become a little more difficult.  It's seems I grunt a lot more these days.

The baby report:  Baby Weaver is kicking like crazy and I'm loving every bit of it.  I can actually see my belly moving when the baby kicks.  It is just so fascinating.  Ryan is always trying to sneak a feel and so far has been the only other person to feel the movements.  Baby Weaver seems to like to sleep everytime I'm at my parent's or friend's house.  I just went for my OB check-up at almost 23 weeks and everything is looking great.  Baby Weaver's heart rate was 148.  Mom was able to go with me this time to hear the precious sound of our baby's beating heart.  I wish I could take that doppler home.  Baby Weaver seems to like church. :)  I know it sounds crazy, but every Sunday the little one is constantly active and kicking for the entire service.  It's so funny to me.  Baby Weaver is already praising the Lord :)  The next appointment is the week of Christmas and I do my glucose test.  We are praying for good results on that.  I don't want to think about giving up my bread and pasta.   

We have our baby furniture so we are going to tackle the task of putting the crib together soon.  We have been working on it a little bit at a time.  We will post pictures as soon as we're finished.  As for now, we are just in a mad rush to keep up with upcoming holiday shopping and everyday life.  Please keep the prayers coming for our little one!!!

Gatlinburg, TN

This is Ryan and I on the lift that gave us a view of Gatlinburg.  We drove up to the mountains for a little get-a-way for our anniversary.  A big trip wasn't in the plans because of our little one on the way.  So, we jumped in the car and drove to Tennessee.

The weather was actually very warm the entire week we were there.  We brought little Cooper with us and he definitely enjoyed hanging out with us.  He did great with the sight-seeing and shopping.  We sure did a lot of shopping.  We enjoyed each other's company and really needed this time away to just rest and relax.  

Happy Halloween

Here are our costumes for Halloween this year!!!!  Cooper was sporting a hotdog outfit which was very appropriate :)  He didn't mind at all wearing his costume to the neighborhood Halloweenie Roast.  He was a big hit.  Baby Weaver was able to dress up as well.  Happy Halloween everybody!!!

  Here are some cookies that my neighbor's kids made.  They looked so real and gross.  Very creative!!!

These are the pumkins that Ryan and I carved.  Mine is on the left (of course, Go pirates) and Ryan's is on the right.  The kids in the neighborhood loved our pumkins.  We received lots of compliments.  It was so much fun getting trick-or-treaters at our first house!!!  We had a blast and Cooper barked at everyone!! 

Weaver Baby Pool

We are at the midpoint of our pregnancy, so we decided to do a baby pool for our little one.  There have been so many people predicting what we are having and how big he/she will be, that we decided to make it even more exciting.  From a family that loves a little wager, whether it's cards, dice, or golf, we couldn't resist.  This one won't break your wallet since it's more for fun.  For one dollar, any of our friends and family can guess the date, time, sex, weight, length, hair color, and eye color of our little one. 

So, good luck to those who want to predict our little one's birthday and stats.  We are enjoying the guesses so far.  Keep them coming. :)  http://bebepool.com/melannsan

Happy 2nd Anniversary

Happy 2nd Anniversary!!!!  This is one of the very first pictures Ryan and I have of each other when we first started dating.  I was struggling in anesthesia school and Ryan came along with a hurt knee.  I hate that he injured that knee, but it brought us together.  As a matter of fact, Ryan was probably still limping around when this picture was taken :) 

We enjoyed a really nice dinner at University Chophouse and then pigged out on some Cold Stone ice cream.  Ryan did really good with his surprise dinner plans.  We also opened some very sweet cards from friends and family.  We have had so many great times together along with life's challenges, but we are very much in love.  We are planning a little get-a-way to Gatlinburg in a few weeks for our anniversary trip.  So happy 2 years...they have been unforgettable!!!

Little flutters

Well, either Baby Weaver enjoyed the State Fair or is trying to get my attention.  On our way home from the State Fair, I felt the flutters of my little one.  It was the first time that I actually knew what I was feeling.  Words cannot explain. Now, I find myself sitting really still in hopes of feeling him/her move.  I can't wait until Ryan is able to feel his son or daughter moving around. 

I have been feeling pretty good so far the past few weeks.  Some days I sleep most of my day away and others I feel great.  My belly is starting to pooch out a little, so I don't look I've eaten too many doughnuts. 

The bedding for the nursery has been purchased so hopefully we can get started on that really soon.  Currently, Ryan's office is the baby room but he is getting kicked out. :)  Maybe we can get some before and after pictures up soon.

Our Precious Baby

We had our big ultrasound today!!  It was so exciting to see our little one moving all around and looking at us.  It was precious!  I am 17 weeks and 5 days today.  Baby Weaver got a full examination and everything checked out great.  We are just so thankful. 

Ryan and I had been talking about how nervous we get with every doctor visit.  At first, it's the 8 week appointment.  You know you've got a positive pregnancy test, but is there a heartbeat?  So, whew, you get through that one with an OK!

Then, it was the 13 week check-up.  You do the usual of getting on a scale, peeing in a cup, and then they listen for the heartbeat again.  You really think they are going to mistake your's for the baby's because your heart is beating rampant.  And again, you wipe your brow, we're out of the first trimester. 

And today, is everything okay?  Is our baby developing like he/she should?  Our baby passed all the exams with flying colors.  Thank you, Lord!!!  We are so thankful! 

We look forward to these future doctor appointments with less anxiety.  We may have a few more grey hairs or wrinkles just getting to 17 weeks and 5 days.  Of course, we expect even more especially when the little one enters this world.  We are not finding out the sex of Baby Weaver.  All we are praying for is a healthy baby.

13 week checkup

Today, Ryan and I went to see the midwife for check-up on Baby Weaver.  So far, everything is looking good.  We were able to listen to the heartbeat.  Baby Weaver's heart is beating 155-160 beats per minute.  He or she was also moving around quite a bit so Lisa (our midwife) was having to move the dopplar around to keep up.  Our youngster is very active already.  Our next appointment is in four weeks for our big ultrasound.  We are very excited!!!

Hello from Baby Weaver

Hello there!  Mom and Dad have some very exciting news to share!  I will be making my arrival on or around March 19th, 2011!!!  Yay, I am so excited to get here, but in the meantime I'll be hanging out with mom.  They took some pictures of me when I wasn't looking, but I don't mind.  I know that will be happening a lot when I get here.  So, here I am saying hello at a whopping 8 weeks old.  I am currently 10 weeks and growing fast.  I am thrilled to meet my family and my cousin who is due to arrive a week after me.  That's right, my Uncle Derek and Aunt Ann (that's mom's brother and sis-in-law) are expecting my cousin to arrive in the same month.  Isn't that cool??!!!  Please continue to pray for me as I continue to grow to be a healthy baby and I'll keep you posted on my progress!! 

Love,

Baby Weaver

Home Sweet Home

Well, It's been a while since we have posted, but now we have something exciting to announce!  Ryan and I are finally owning our first home.  Words cannot express our excitement!!  We finally found "the one" after many months of looking.  And, I mean lots of looking. 

This home is located in a wonderful neighborhood in a great location.  The home is all brick with hardwood floors throughout.  The yard is in need of some work, but we are ready!  Now, we are in the process of searching for a refrigerator, washer and dryer, and lots of furniture. 

Our closing date is April 30th and we will officially be homeowners!!  Be on the lookout for postcards with our new address and phone number! Thank you for all the love, support, and prayers through this process!