{8 weeks}

"Your baby is now 5/8 of an inch long, about the size of a kidney bean (or raspberry). New this week: Webbed fingers and toes are poking out from your babys hands and feet, his eyelids practically cover his eyes, breathing tubes extend from his throat to the branches of his developing lungs, and his 'tail' is just about gone. His arms have lengthened, too, and his hands are now flexed at the wrist and meet over his heart. His knee joints are formed, and his feet may be long enough to meet in front of his body. In his brain, nerve cells are branching out to connect with one another, forming primitive neural pathways." (info from my weekly email from babycenter)

And now here's how I am progressing:

How far along: 8 weeks today!!


Total Weight gain: I haven't really been weighing myself..probably about 2 lbs or so


How much does baby weigh: Not much ...


Maternity clothes: Not yet..but I only give it a few weeks .. I'm afraid I will be showing early!


Stretch marks: Not yet..I did buy lotion I need to start putting on daily though


Sleep: Ok most of the time :) I just dream A LOT more!!


Best Moment this week: 7 week appt last week and getting to see our little bean on the u/s and see the heart beating!!!!!


Movement: nope..still too soon


Food Cravings: CARBS! I always seem to want bread/pasta/potatoes..


Belly Button in or out: Still in


What I'm looking forward to: Our u/s and last appt with the specialist on Monday :)


Milestone: everyday....loving being pregnant!! Even on the days I don't feel the greatest :)


Thoughts: I still can't believe this finally is happening for us. I am so excited for all that life has to bring for us in the next year (and on!!)

{Exciting News}

Well, after a 20 month struggle with infertility and millions of tears ...we've finally made it and I'm PREGNANT!!!! I think we are both still in shock even though it's been almost 3 weeks since we found out. We go in on Tuesday for our first ultrasound and should get to hear the heartbeat!!

Luckily I've been feeling pretty good so far...I've had some slight 'morning sickness' aka nausea on and off ALL DAY. But other than that nothing to major :) We're looking forward to our appointment Tuesday to see if they change the due date and to finally see our little miracle!!

If you're interested in reading about the IVF process we endured to get here .. I created a blog as I was going through it to document..check it out here: http://www.buildingourfam.blogspot.com/

I can't wait for the next 9 months on my journey through pregnancy until we get to meet our little one!! I will continue with updates on here as well :)

{Happy 1st Birthday Norah Kate!!!}

Wow...I can't believe a whole year has passed since Keren gave birth to Norah! :) Time sure flies...We were lucky enough to visit Keren, Steve and Norah in the hospital the day after her birth, she was such a precious newborn. Since last year we have gotten to be very close with Keren and Steve and have spent a lot of time at their house. We're now known as 'Uncle Andy (or 'Nandy' as Jacob says) and Aunt Suzie! :) I absolutely love it and I adore these kiddos!!

I was able to take the day off work yesterday so we could help celebrate Norah's 1st birthday. This was a huge event that I had been helping Keren plan for MONTHS!! The last week was the craziest with a few late nights baking/creating/decorating etc. But it was all worth it to see the finished product yesterday! Although Norah won't remember it, she will have plenty of pictures to show how loved she really is by everyone. Now, without further adieu here's some pictures from the big day...enjoy!!!