We’re expecting baby #2!!
Now, I know many of you had questions, and I have lots to share, so here’s some Q&A’s for you. Enjoy!!
DETAILS ON BABY
Due Date: June 7th, 2016
Will you find out the sex? You betcha! And I still haven’t decided on whether or not I’m going to stick with the Baby Tooth theme again or not this time.
Any names? I’ve had a couple of girls names picked out for a while now, but boy names are tough. We had a hard time picking out Lucas’s!
Were you trying long? After having our miscarriage and d&c procedure in July, we were told to wait a month before trying again. We tried again in August, with no luck, but were blessed enough to have things work out in September.
Any Ultrasounds? Yes! They had me come in for an early ultrasound at about 6-1/2 weeks, considering what had happened with my prior miscarriage. But all checked out great. Then we had our second, 12 week appointment, last Friday. I published that post once we saw that everything was good at the appointment.
Have you heard the heart beat? Yes, and it’s the most beautiful sound ever.
Who do you think it will look like? Well, considering Lucas looks just like his daddy…I’m hoping our second will at least take on some of my traits!
Have you felt the baby move? Not yet…pretty sure it’s gas bubbles.
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Details on Pregnancy
How did you find out you were pregnant? I was sitting at work and started thinking that I was curious enough to want to take a pregnancy test. So I went home on my lunch hour and it was faintly positive. I took about 6 more tests in the days after that, and at one point, I actually thought I was having a chemical pregnancy because two of the tests were barely showing a positive line. I’m not sure if they were old tests or me just being overly paranoid and nervous, but the next couple were fine.
What were your 1st symptoms? Sore boobs, for sure. And some light cramping.
Was your baby planned? Absolutely
How far were you when you found out? I was still about a day away from when I expected to get my period so, not far at all.
How did your parents/family react? Thrilled, of course! My parents said they weren’t surprised because they said when they saw this picture of me, from when we had our friends Joe & Kate over, they saw I wasn’t drinking beer. But, actually, we didn’t even tell Joe and Kate at that point…they thought I was drinking mixed drinks, but it was just plain ol’ Sierra Mist. ;)
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MISCELLANEOUS
How do you feel? I feel incredibly lucky to be able to experience another pregnancy, but if I’m being honest, I’m also feeling like crap. I’m just gonna throw that one out there and not sugarcoat it. Starting at about 6 weeks, I started to experience just about every pregnancy symptom in the book. Nausea, heartburn, indigestion, constipation, headaches, dizziness…it was all there. And it’s basically all stuck with me for the past 6 weeks. Some days are worse than others, and while I haven’t gotten physically sick (knock on wood!), there have been a few times where it’s been close. It’s totally different this time around, because I can’t just come home and lay down on the couch thanks to this busy guy!
Do you have morning sickness? Morning nausea? Yes. Yes I do.
Do you have any cravings? Yes. All the carbs. And lately, donuts and cinnamon buns have been at the top of my list. I want all the desserts, fruit snacks, gummy candy, and lemonade. Mmmm, lots of lemonade.
Other cravings: Besides sweets? Really just cereal, toast, graham crackers, and Italian food. Oh, and mayo based salads like chicken salad.
Do you have any food aversions? Yes. Coffee…sigh. I’ve attempted a few iced ones here and there but I just couldn’t do it.
Hot coffee still makes me gag just typing it…actually, most hot beverages do. Regular, grilled chicken hasn’t sounded all that great (unless it’s rotisserie in salads, then it’s okay), nor has any type of fish. (Jay actually requested tilapia tacos last week and while I bought the tilapia, I couldn’t cook it and we wound up throwing it away…).
Do you have any mood swings? Yes. I attribute a lot of this to the stress of things going on with Jay’s dad, but I’ve definitely noticed that I appear to be a bit moodier this time around than last. When we first found out about our great news, it was also in that same week that we found out about my father in law being sick. I’m pretty sure that for the first 1-2 weeks of finding out we really didn’t even talk about the pregnancy because everything all just seemed so surreal. I’ve also found myself getting emotional and frustrated a couple of times with how crappy I’ve been feeling, and wanting to just feel like myself again. I have noticed a little difference in the past few days though, so hopefully the first trimester yuckies are on their way out soon.
How far along are you now? 12 weeks! A part of me really wanted to share things sooner with you, but a part of me was still nervous to do so before we had our ultrasound. We had the ultrasound scheduled Friday morning, so I drafted up the post and planned on it publishing a little later, provided all went well with the appointment. Since I decided to do it last minute, I really didn’t even have any “special” pictures to share. So before we left for the appointment Friday morning, we took a few photos.
Nothing fancy or Pinterest-y, but we’re good with what we’ve got.
Are you going to document this pregnancy like you did your first one? I loved sharing my weekly pregnancy updates with you all the first time around (and I’ve heard from so many of you who love to still look back on them now!), and I hope to do the same this time around, too! Considering I’ve got a bit more on my plate this time, they may wind up being more like bi-weekly…but I’ll still be sharing!
Thank you all SO MUCH for the congratulations and well wishes. I’ve read through each and every comment and email, and I wish I had the time to respond to each and every one of you. Just know that they all mean so, so much to me, and I’m excited to share this journey with you all once again! <3
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
I’m so happy for your family!! :) Congratulations!
Alyssa says
So excited for your little family! Babies are such a blessing! Congratulations! I hope you start to feel better soon!
Emily says
I am so happy for you! I’m due just 10 days after you with our first and am so excited to read all of your recaps and experiences that will be so similar to mine! We go in Wednesday for the blood/gender test and I can’t wait :)
Kim says
Congrats! So happy for you & your family! I am due with baby #2 on June 2nd! After having 2 miscarriages in the past I was so nervous this time around. We go for our 12 week today! Hope you are feeling better!
Becky @ Olives n Wine says
Congrats, Courtney!! I am a new-ish follower and am excited to follow your pregnancy since I wasn’t around when Lucas was born :) I hope you start to feel better ASAP – morning sickness is the worst!
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Eek!! So super excited for you guys!! Loving all the insight too, I’d say you wanted to scream it from the roof tops!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
so so so happy for you, my friend! xo
Katrina says
yaaaayy! :D I’m looking forward to following your pregnancy and wishing you and your family all the best!
Naomi says
Congrats! June is a great month. My birthday is June 8th ;)
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun says
Congrats again! So excited for you and your growing family!
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says
Somehow I missed the initial announcement, so while I’m a bit late, CONGRATS!! :)
Sara @ Oats & Rows says
Congrats to you and your family!
Alex says
Guessing another boy based on the nub theory ;)
Courtney says
Haha, what’s the nub theory??
Alex says
Google it! It’s surprisingly accurate. I am preggers too and apparently have Oregon brain because I meant to say it looks like a GIRL. Ha!
Traci says
Congratulations, Courtney! I’ve been reading your blog for awhile now (6+ years?!), sometimes silently, but I love following along and I’m thrilled for you and your family. <3
Julie says
I am due with my first baby (a girl) in a couple weeks. Lemonade….I craved so much lemonade during the first trimester! Gummy/sour candy, fruit snacks and fruit as well! So excited for you.
Ashley says
Congrats!!! Soo excited for you!! Your first trimester sounds like mine!! Boo to nausea!! Hopefully you feel better soon!! Mine passed after the first trimester!!
Sarah @ Seriously Lovely says
Hope you feel more like yourself soon! The first trimester can be soooo rough. So excited for you though and can’t wait to hear more updates as time goes on!
Kelley says
You’re due the day before me! I’m excited to read along and compare :)
Erin @ The Almond Eater says
Congrats!! Such exciting news–so happy for you and Jay (and Lucas!).
brynn says
OMG!! I am so happy for you and your family! Congratulations! Sending lots of love and well wishes.
Katy H says
So happy for you! So sorry you’re feeling bad. I totally get it. I have a 2.5 year old boy and a 7 month old girl. When I was pregnant with baby #2, I was nauseated ALL DAY at the beginning. This was especially difficult to deal with while watching a toddler. You can do it though! It will fly by (in the grand scheme of things :)
Suzanne Tomb says
Congratulations!!! So very happy for you and your family. Such wonderful news to share as you approach the holidays…just wish your father in law was well. Sending much light for his health and for a healthy, thriving 4th member of your family :)
My due date was 6/8 – great time of year to have a baby (not cold in the winter and do not have to sweat it out all summer!)…
Kate says
Congratulations! What a wonderful blessing :) I have been trying for two months…did you use ovulation tests? Just wondering if they helped!
Kate says
Congrats Courtney!! I am so so happy for you!! That is great news. I don’t know if you remember, but I posted that I went through almost the same thing a little before you did, and I am now pregnant and due June 2nd! I was a nervous freaking wreck until the 12 week sono. I wouldn’t even let myself think about the future. But, God willing, it looks like things are ok, and there really is a baby in there! I think my whole body exhaled when I saw the baby move and the hart beating. Congrats again!!!
Brianne says
So excited for you all! I’m due exactly 1 month before you! This is pregnancy #2 for me and it has been the worst unfortunately. I’m so blessed to be able to have another baby but whoa with the sickness ! Hope you start to get some relief soon as you are heading into your 2nd trimester :)
I love reading your blog as you are a working mom/wife and still appear to handle life so well! Lucas seems like such a delightful little boy and I’m sure will be an amazing big brother!Again so happy for you all!
Jillian says
Congrats, again! June 7th is my birthday!! I love having a bday in June :)
Mallory says
Congrats Courtney!! I love reading your blog and am so excited for your news! My daughter is a bit younger than Lucas and we are also expecting our second. It’s much harder this time around with a toddler!! Looking forward to your updates!!
Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona says
Congrats! That’s so exciting.
Heather @ Life In Leggings says
Oh my goodness… I am SO, SO happy for you, friend! And you don’t like coffee now? That’s pretty lucky. I think that will be the hardest thing for me to give up! I am looking forward to reading all of your updates and wish you the best in this amazing journey. YAY! <3
Julia @ Lord Still Loves Me says
This was so fun to read! I didn’t come across your blog until after Lucas was born, so I am excited to be able to follow along with the remainder of your pregnancy! I have an inkling you’re in for a girl. Don’t have any authority on the matter, it is just a feeling. ;) Praying for a healthy and happy pregnancy! And also praying that darn nausea stops ASAP.
Jessie Deschane says
So, so, so happy for you!!! Congratulations!
melissa says
SO HAPPPY FOR YOU!!! Congratulations.
Kim says
Oh my gosh congratulations! So happy for you!
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Terra says
Congratulations! I had my daughter 1 day before Lucas was born and then suffered a miscarriage a few months before yours. I am 17 weeks! So excited to see your weekly updates
Catherine says
I’m headed into my 14th week with my first babe. So many of my friends didn’t haven’t any big problems with nausea, and so when I started experiencing extreme nausea, vomiting, as well as loving all things carbs, oh and not being able to stand the smell of fish or chicken, it seemed like I was all alone…. Till I read your post. I’m so glad that I’m not alone. I am starting to feel a bit better but yuck- I can’t stand the smell of fish. I hope your getting over the sickness hump.
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
Congrats Courtney!! I’m so happy for you and your family!!
Torry @ A World Without Wheat says
so excited to hear all the details of this pregnancy – I am so so so happy for you!!
Julie says
So excited for you guys & can’t wait to follow along w/ this pregnancy, too. Hope you’re feeling better soon!
Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says
Ahhh! I’m so happy for you! Your miscarriage really broke my heart – lots of my friends were experiencing the same thing this summer and it’s just so sad. But I’m so glad you’re on your way to a happy ending this time. Can’t wait to find out what you’re having!
Rebecca A Meier says
Congratulations! How so very exciting! I just read my Feedly posts from over the weekend and Friday, so I’m just seeing this today. But I am oh, so happy for you guys and your families. Lucas is going to be an awesome big brother! And I am definitely on the pregnancy update train…..meaning I’d love to read your pregnancy updates should you care to share them with us all along the way.
(I’m hoping for baby #2 sometime in the next year myself….our little guy turns 4 in February, so I am having major baby fever for another ;P)
Marieve says
What a great news!! Congrats to you, jay and Lucas. Perfect timing now that you are settled in the new house. I’m currently 22 weeks pregnant myself with our first child, and June 7 is the best day ever to have a baby since it’s my birthday as well! Best of luck xo
Cathy says
Congratulations! I just found out that my husband and I are expecting our first (two weeks away from the doctor) and I am dreading telling my sister (she miscarried this summer). I know I’m not out of the woods with the first trimester risk yet and am trying to decide if I tell our parents on Thanksgiving Day. I’ve committed to being thankful each day for this blessing and to step away from the fear as much as possible.
I’m so happy to hear of your pregnancy! I read your blog and my heart broke when you shared. Thank you for being so honest and open in your blog.
Kristy @ Southern In Law says
How exciting!! Congratulations to you all! xx
Katie @ Live Half Full says
Such a good update! I’m glad you’ll be sharing the details of #2- it’s amazing to see how different one pregnancy can be so interesting!
Annette Perkins says
This is such exciting news!! Congrats to you all! <3
Having two has been so amazing (and crazy town) but it's so cool to see your toddler adore & love on the baby. Lucas is going to be such a great older bro!
And your cravings were all exactly what I craved when I was pregnant with Lily….so maybe you're having a girl?! ;)
Kristin says
Congratulations! So happy for you and your family. What amazing news! Hope you start to feel better.
Jamie says
Congrats!! Such exciting news for you and your family :)
Julie says
Congratulations!!! So exciting! Can’t wait to follow along on your journey again! :)
Taylor says
congratulations!!! I am so happy for you guys!!! Lucas is going to be such a great big brother!! I would love to see your pregnancy posts like last time and it would be fun to see what Lucas thinks about it along the way too!!! So happy for you!!!!
Nicole says
Congratulations Courtney! Lots of warm thoughts coming your way for a happy and healthy 9 month journey!! :)
Jen @ Bagels To Broccoli says
Totally late to the game but congratulations!!!!