Sunshine on my Shoulders: 25 weeks...

25 Weeks

Hi everyone! I know it's been awhile since I have updated this. I have just been so busy...story of my life! Not much has been going on the last few weeks. Jonathan left for a 3 week field exercise in Idaho. He will be back at the end of July; just in time for my 28 week appointment! It is so hard to believe that I am already 25 weeks along. We have both had the pleasure of feeling baby move. It took Jonathan about a week longer than me to finally feel him. The best sight was to see the grin on his face when he actually felt him! For me, my tummy has turned into a jungle gym. I feel him ALL the time. It is such a wonderful feeling!

This week I have been battling a cold. I am trying to rest as much as possible but between being sick, the baby practicing gymnastics, and the dog I am up all night! The "uncomfortable" stage has finally set in. I am more clumsy than ever and I cannot get comfortable no matter what I do! My clumsiness has only claimed one coffee mug so far. Somehow when I dropped my entire bowl of chili the other night, the bowl was saved and thank heavens it was on the kitchen floor and not the carpet! It is also merely impossible for me to bend over and pick something up. I really thought I would be more self sufficient, but I am realizing that I have to rely on others way more than I ever have before!!

After my last doctor's appt, I realized I should start being cautious of what I am eating. I have pretty much cut out everything to drink except for water. I have challenged myself to walk the dog every night. It is so hard for me to be motivated to walk more after walking for 8.5 hours at work, but I must! Our typical routine even goes up a hill! I am pretty proud of myself for that one.

Belly photos