15 Weeks Pregnant! Since I was born on September 15th, I have always liked the number 15, so I thought I would have an extra lucky week. In some aspects, this was true. My SO started two weeks of vacation off from work, I have been able to cook more without feeling sick and I…
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The “We’re Pregnant” April Fool’s Day Prank…
It happens every single year. April Fool’s Day comes around and somehow 1/4 of my friends are using the same day to announce their pregnancies. They get a ton of congratulatory comments full of well-wishes and then they tell everyone “Haha, we got you! We’re not actually pregnant- calm down.” I am not saying that…
Our First Ultrasound & Blood Tests
Our First Ultrasound & Blood Tests A couple of days ago, March 18th, was our first Ultrasound (photos below)! I have to say, that this is a moment I have been waiting for, not only ever since I found out I am pregnant, but ever since I was younger and realized how much I wanted…
Waiting For Our First Ultrasound
March 15, 2016 Our First Ultrasound is just a few days away and I can’t wait! There is no doubt that this week will go by quickly compared to waiting almost a month for our first appointment. *Update in 2022: I had written a whole post prior to the following pregnancy updates. However, none of…
My First Appointment: Most Beautiful Heartbeat
My First Appointment: The Most Beautiful Heartbeat The Night Before…. March 6, 2016 The big day is tomorrow, my first Doctor’s appointment! I haven’t been able to keep much food down. It’s hard to deal with when you’re absolutely craving something and as soon as you start making it/ see it in front of you,…
Pregnancy Support Systems
Pregnancy Support Systems I am extremely lucky to have a supportive SO while going through this pregnancy. It means a lot to me that he is so attentive and is always making sure I am okay. I also have an amazing support system coming from the few best friends I have told. They are constantly…
First Trimester Part One: Symptoms and Thoughts
Feb 18, 2016 I am presently 7 weeks and 4 days pregnant (I think). St Mary’s called me back and my first appointment is on March 7th- just over two weeks away! The wait has been killing me. I still don’t know if the baby is okay. I am terrified that we will get to…
Dollar Store vs Brand Name Pregnancy Tests
Dollar Store vs Brand Name Pregnancy Tests I remember when I was younger, passing by the pregnancy tests in Dollar Stores and almost snickering. I would think “Yeah, right. I wouldn’t trust those to give me the correct response, who are they trying to kid?” Later on, I worked in a pharmacy and I was…