Monday, May 11, 2009

17 weeks

Since my last belly update I have certainly grown. LOL I'm starting to really like my bump. It's so fun. I had a conversation with my friend Brooke the other day (she has a 5 month old) about the things people say to you when you're pregnant. So far I've gotten "are you sure there aren't two in there?", "with this fast paced world I think mothers shouldn't find out what they are having" (said after I said I couldn't wait to find out) "you're huge", "you are showing a lot", "I didn't get sick at all". Anyway, I just had to get these out there. Mainly because it's funny. If I didn't have a husband that told me how beautiful I am while pregnant these comments would probably get to me, but most of the time I feel cute and I think that is good enough. :)

My morning sickness has started to subside. Praise the Lord!! I seriously wanted to die. I still take some zofran only when necessary. I'm also starting to get that second trimester boost of energy, which feels great and helps me get a lot done with the photography. Sleeping has gotten better as well. I bought this pillow called a "snoogle" from target and I love it. It's this cylindrical pillow shaped like the letter "c". In fact, Matt calls it the "letter c". He's not such a fan b/c we can't snuggle when I'm wrapped up in it. LOL poor fella. Last night we both got a chuckle because I said, "I'm sorry baby, but I have to sleep with letter c tonight". I guess you had to be there. :)
Last week we went to the doc for a check up and regular testing. I am proud to say that so far I've only gained 5lbs! I'm very happy about that. :) We also got to hear the heart beat and it was 155bpm. I absolutely loved that sound and started to cry when we heard it. Matt just held my hand with a big grin on his face. love him.

So finally here are some pics taken this past sunday on Mother's Day at my in-laws house. I got so annoyed with matt because he wouldn't make a normal face at the camera so this is the best one. what a turd. I also wish i still had on the pink dress i wore to church that morning, but this will have to do. :)

love you all...


4 comments:

Aleecia said...

Olivia, you look great!!!! I know Aunt Vonda and Uncle John can't wait to be grandparents!!! I also checked out your photography site, your pictures are wonderful... I guess I am a little biased but I definitely think Megan's are the best! Wish I could have made it to the wedding....
Aunt Vonda called me, but when I lost my job I had all my contacts tied into my outlook email versus personal (big mistake) but can you pass on my email? afezio@gmail.com

can't wait to see more updates,
Aleecia

Lyndsay said...

You're too cute! Love the belly, can't wait to meet the babe!

Olivia said...

Hey Aleecia!! Great to hear from you. I will definitely pass on your email. You were greatly missed at the wedding. Matt and I are planning a visit not long after the little is here so hopefully we'll see you then. :)

much love.

Sara and Kyle said...

You look great and wow only 5 pounds. That is impressive! Enjoy every minute.