And I believe I will start taking belly shots more often (like every week or two), just to track the belly growth progress which is supposed to increase dramatically from here on out (though I have yet to see it). So here's my 14 week belly shot taken yesterday:
Like the other belly shots, I've added it to my photo flickr on the side bar. I also just started to measure my belly and its 34 inches. (For you IRL friends, looks like you'll have a step up in the competition if we should ever plan that game of guessing the circumference of my belly). Still think I'm not quite looking pregnant, and still just bloated, but I'm feeling encouraged that I'm getting there. I should consider myself lucky though, b/c I fit into most of my regular clothes and just need a belly band for my jeans and pants. I have switched out of my regular shorts and into my maternity shorts, which are quite comfy.
This past weekend, I made my FIRST ever purchase for the baby. It's what I'd consider a "fluff" item (something that isn't a necessity, like a crib or bottle etc.) but it was something that I've always wanted to get for my and DH's first child, so I'm happy. More on that to come. DH and I also went to go peruse one store to get ideas on prices of baby item necessities and man-oh-man are those expensive. But I've picked up the book, Baby Bargains, which I've heard good things about and am looking to save and avoid stuff that is unnecessary. I believe this journey could be fun or it could be stressful...for now, I'm thinking it'll be fun....(we'll see though....).
That's one adorable bump!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it fun to buy stuff? Or even just looking at it, knowing in your heart that you will be bringing a baby home soon.
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I love seeing this going so well for you. The last few posts have been just wonderful! My trick has been to just go minimal on the baby stuff. As you get to know the baby, you can always go get more things you need. Less is better I think...
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