36 weeks: Baby #2

Somehow I am 36 weeks pregnant? When did this happen haha!? Less than three more weeks until we get to meet our little lady-- CRAZY! I have been the worst mom lately because it is so dang hot outside that I cannot bare the heat!! Holy moly. Like what were we thinking having an August baby?? Goldie is so cute and is getting excited/starting to understand she is going to have a baby around. Every family prayer she blesses the baby- even when we forget to. I am really looking forward to getting to hold and meet this baby for the first time. But especially excited for our two babies to meet-I don't think my heart can take it!

Pregnancy Symptoms: Still low in Iron, but I have been taking iron supplements for over a month. I am not dilated at all, which wasn't really a surprise. Goldie was stuck, which is why I have to have C-sections... I don't dilate! Feeling really low energy, but super into nesting mode! I have washed all the baby's clothes, blankets, burp clothes-- we are basically ready!

Weight Gain: about 29 lbs

Blood Pressure: 106/50

Cravings: Give me all the swig cookies.

Movement: It seems like this baby pushes her bum out, my tummy always feels super hard. I feel her up in my ribs, and down in my hips.

32 weeks: Baby #2

It's crazy how I was pregnant with Goldie for 2 years and I've only been pregnant with this baby for 4 months! Really though... time is FLYING! I can't believe that basically next month we will have a baby. I had my appointment yesterday, and we got to pick out a birthdate (I have to get a C-section... this is the only perk haha). The determining factor was whenever the doctor that delivered Goldie was on call... so baby girl #2 is coming AUGUST 17! They do c-sections first thing in the morning so it could be anytime from 5:30-8-30... we will know for sure in a couple weeks. It is seriously so surreal I can't believe it!

Pregnancy Symptoms: Mostly just a growing belly... I can't see my feet, so I basically can only wear slip on shoes, because it's way too much effort to try to put on other shoes. I also have low iron this time so I've been having to take an iron supplement on top of my prenatal vitamin. I get winded walking up the stairs, have to pee like 100 times a day... all while chasing my busy toddler around... and man I love it!! I do get extremely sore by the end of the day!

Weight gain: About 25 lbs.

Blood Pressure: They weren't able to read it this time, they tried both my arms a couple times, but couldn't find it.

Cravings: Since it's been so hot lately I crave like soft serve ice cream... and coconut snow cones with sweet and condensed milk on top.

Queasy: I can't say that anything makes me want to gag anymore-- yay!!

Movement: this baby is still more mellow than goldie was... but she is starting to become a little mover as well. She is most active at night when I lay down. At our appointment yesterday the doctor said she was moving a ton when he was reading the heart rate, I think I don't notice as much because I am a little busier this time around. The doctor also said she is already head down, so that is exciting!

Goldie is still a little confused that she will soon have a little baby that is going to be living with her, and taking up half of mom's attention, but still loves to snuggle my belly and give sissy kisses. She can also say the name we like and it is like the cutest thing ever!!

My Mama Heart

I will warn you in advance... this is probably overly sentimental (what can I say... that's me always) and is just me totally rambling about motherhood. You've been warned ;)

Does anyone else have those days when you are completely overcome with gratitude and like an overwhelming love? The moments where you're like... oh my gosh... you're mine forever. How did I get so lucky? You are beautiful! The cutest thing I have ever seen. My whole world, my whole heart.

Lately I have been so sentimental. I don't know if it's pregnancy hormones or what, but man... I feel SO BLESSED. As our time as a family of three is coming to and end (WHAT.) I find myself worrying a little about Goldie. My first baby. The little angel that made me a mama. You guys I'm literally obsessed with her. I am by no means saying she's my favorite, but right now I am trying hard to imagine my full-to-the-brim heart, having room to love another like I love Goldie. BUT somehow it is!! Do mother's hearts' just grow... like seriously I don't get it because mine is about to explode over here.

I LOVE being a mom. It is the hardest thing I've ever done, but the most rewarding job in the world. Seeing goldie just grow into her sweet self is the greatest thing I've experienced in my life. I can't believe I get to do it again. And on top of it watch goldie become a big sister. Like wholly heart eyes right!? Goldie makes my day every day, even the sassy, toddler-tantrum filled ones. I am so grateful for her, her baby sister (who we think has a name... hopefully it sticks!), and their sweet daddy. He's pretty dang cute himself.

Oh the feels!!

Goldie 18 Months

Weight: 22lbs 5oz. 46%
Height: 32.3 in. 68%
Head: 47.3 cm. 77%

Clothes: Size 4 diapers, 18-24/2T tops, 12-18/18-24 bottoms

Hair: Getting lighter, longer, and curlier by the day! We have a couple hairdos we do... pigtails, pigtail buns, half up top knot, ponytail, and on lazy days we wear it curly with a bow. So fun to do, and she loves getting her hair done.

Teeth: Got her molars.... making a grand total of 12 teeth! Six on top, six on bottom! We love her new cheesy grin!

New: Tried nursery for the first time last sunday, and she did awesome! She went right in and didn't look back. Every time I peeked in she was right in the mix just loving it!

I am amazed at how smart she is! Goldie catches on to things so quickly. If you ask her to say something she will try her hardest to copy you, but she mostly just speaks in her own little language with a few little words here and there. I am beginning to speak fluent toddler- which should totally count as bilingual haha! We try to say the alphabet at least once a day, and she will repeat the letters (it is so funny), then the other day we were counting and I was shocked when she knew what number came after one... "twooo" I was dying! I guess when I need her to listen I will count... so it's paying off in some sort of way :) She loves to read books, and sing when I rock-a-bye her, she tries to sing louder than me. Has an adventurous spirit and loves to swing and slide, go on rides, she is usually willing to try anything new. Something I need to learn! She is the perfect mix between girly and a tom-boy. She can dribble a soccer ball, and play catch and actually catch the ball most the time! Then she LOVES getting new clothes, and is constantly asking for "me" chapstick and lipgloss.

For my own records... I know this is probably only for the future me... but I have to remember somehow!

Words/Phrases:

Gidi (Goldie)
Mama
Dada
Papa
Nana
Aubee (AuBrey)
Talee (KarLei)
Ja-on (Jaxon)
Kaya (Kayla)
bebe (baby)
Ninnie (minnie)
Jezus (Jesus)

lello (yellow)


shoos (Shoes)
o's (toes)
nos (nose)
eyes
eeas (ears)
ha (hair)
nees (knee)
owee
Pedee (Pretty)
and (hand)

Ni (nice)
Hapee (happy)

hello
hi
bye-bye
ni-ni (night night)

E (eat)
Ma (more)
meez (please)
A-ya (all done!)
uh-oh
up
Beerees (berries)
cerkers (crackers)
fa fries (french fries)
ip (dip)
noonools (noodles)
eeez (cheese)
Ha (hot)

tooter (scooter)
Ca (car)
Cacter (tractor)
Ba-baball (basketball)
Boo (book)
Boon (baloon)
Tandal (candal)
pee pees
poo
ba (ball)
babas (bubbles)
Go!
tchee (tree)
Ca (car)
ing (swing)

Ba bebe (boom baby!)
Ahme! (amen)
Iloveoo (I love you)
oo da beest (you're the best)
Dats told! (that's cold)
Hep me (help me)

Other phrases she just puts together using her words... which she'll probably say a new one today! She is so chatty! I love how adventurous, sweet, independent, and loving she is. She loves kids, and making new friends, and waving at strangers.

This little lady has no fear! She loves to try new things.

24 Weeks: Baby #2

I had my glucose test today... and I didn't pass out! I would say that's a win. The doctor said everything looks good, and that he would be surprised if I had diabetes... so fingers crossed!!

Pregnancy Symptoms:  Just feeling large and in charge! It is getting hard to bend over, I get winded from walking up the stairs, and back aches. Every night I am like wow, what workout did I do today... just chase goldie around... but it feels like I ran a 10k then hit the weights at the gym! Haha! I don't sleep soundly anymore, due to comfort issues and bladder issues ;) I have started to feel less nauseous and haven't thrown up in a week! So progress is being made!

Weight Gain:  About 15 lbs.

Blood Pressure: 107/69

Cravings: Who sells cheese fries, and has fry sauce!?? Because I need them! They sound so amazing all the time. Also my usual cravings of like chocolate, ice cream, chocolate cake.... literally the list is a mile long. Which is probably why I've gained 15 lbs already. But hey, baby made me do it :)

Queasy: Dishes, the thought of cooking meat, cold food that should be hot.

Movement: Baby girls' movements are starting to get bigger and bigger! It's so much fun! She seems to be a mover just like Goldie was... so I may have my hands full, but let's get real, I will either way right?

Goldie is still a little clueless as to the fact she is going to have a sister in like 3 months, but she does lift up my shirt and say "bebe" and kiss my belly. However, she now lifts her shirt up for me to kiss her "bebe". So obviously confused haha. I think having two babies is going to be a little crazy, but I am so excited for it. I can't wait to see Goldie become a big sister, because I think she will be the best. I am still shocked as to how mothers' hearts don't explode! Right when you think your heart is full, you squeeze in room for another sweetie, to have all your love.

Bumpdate: 22 Weeks

We had our big ultrasound a couple weeks ago, everything looked good! Baby girl was measuring a little behind, but she had all her major organs, that were basically fully developed. It is truly the most amazing thing in the world! The whole ultrasound she was bent completely in half, with her little hands by her face. So tiny and cute. Goldie is still pretty oblivious that there is a real baby in my belly, but she loves lifting up my shirt and giving "bebe' loves and kisses. However, now she lifts up her shirt asking me to give her baby kisses... so I think she's a little confused. How do you even begin to explain to a one-year-old that there's a baby in your belly..??

Pregnancy Symptoms: Besides the obvious growing belly, I still get nauseous and throw up every now and again. By  the end of the day I am sore and exhausted! And its not because I work out, it is literally from just doing day to day chores and playing with Goldie. I feel healthier this pregnancy just because I chase Goldie around all day, and anyone who has a toddler knows that they take a lot of energy :) Being pregnant with a toddler is so much better in my opinion because even when I feel terrible Goldie makes me get up and play, plus you aren't counting down the weeks, they sort of fly by... and I want them to slow down so Goldie can stay my baby for a little longer. I know when baby sister comes she will grow up even more. 

Weight Gain: At my 20 week appointment I gained 10 lbs. 

Cravings: Slurpees have sounded amazing lately. Ice cream, french fries WITH fry sauce, and cheese fries, even better. Literally hungry all the time, and everything sounds good. 

Queasy: Smells still, dishes... ew, I have thrown up in the garbage can too many times to count. Also cooking and meats makes me gag. 

Maternity Clothes: I found so maternity pants that I LOVE!! I got them from H & M and they actually fit tight everywhere... my waist, and bum, legs! I am loving them, so I wear them like everyday. That and usually an oversized t-shirt that aren't technically maternity wear but just semi-flattering haha.

Movement: The movements are just getting bigger and bigger! I love feeling her tumble and kick! It is hands down the best thing about pregnancy. I usually only feel the movements at night because I have no time during the day to sit it seems! Every now and again I will feel a couple jabs though. 

I told myself I would be better at taking pictures this pregnancy and so far, I am no better! I need to be though!

Scott's 26

Scott turned 26 last Wednesday! He had that day off because the company he works for gives their employees their birthdays off as a paid holiday :) Score! We spent the day at the Zoo! We had been wanting to take Goldie forever and we finally went, it was CRAZY busy. It was also spring break for like all of Utah so it was a little nuts. My mom ended up buying a pass so we will get to go a lot more. After the zoo we went to a long awaited trip to the Apple store... Scott has been wanting an Apple watch since they came out, so his birthday was the perfect day!! He was soooo excited, and he absolutely LOVES the watch!

I had a big surprise for him that night, one that I tried really hard to keep a secret. I had planned for his friends to meet at Leatherby's for a little surprise dinner. I told scott I was craving a good ice cream sunday ;) and really wanted to go to leatherby's (perks of pregnancy). When we walked in and he saw his friends he thought that they were on a group date and didn't invite us haha. He was like "You guys like Leatherby's too!?" We all explained that they were here for him! It was so funny.

I am so grateful to have Scott in my life. Right when we met, we clicked, and saw each other everyday after that. We really are meant to be ;) Scott has the best personality and is so friendly and outgoing... guys he's just the best! Happy Birthday Scotty!!

Just signing "bird"

Literally in awe the whole time haha