Oct 31, 2016

Weekly Pregnancy Update

Weekly Pregnancy Update


How far along are you?
10 weeks.

How are you feeling?
There were a few days this past week were the fatigue was absolutely knock-you-down-ferocious.  It was rough.  The nausea has been pretty prominent too and that’s never fun. 

Any weight gain? 
None yet.  Currently 112 pds 

New symptoms?
I don’t know if it’s possible to feel the baby this early, but I swore I felt some movements going on in there when I was relaxing one day.  It really felt like the kicks I was feeling with the other two kids, but it just seems too early!  I know it’s not in my head though - there is definitely something going on.

General mood?
I’ve always struggled with trusting that things are progressing and ‘OK’ in the first trimester (actually make that the entire pregnancy), so lately I’ve been a bit worried and slightly moody because of it.  But being tired and hormonal definitely doesn’t help…

Gender?
 I’m thinking girl this week.

What foods are you craving?
I had a Strawberry ice cream craving last night (and we didn’t have any so I was a little disappointed), and the other day I craved a McChicken meal from McDonalds and I definitely indulged.

  Do you miss anything?
I kind of miss Sushi already.

Sleep?    
Hasn’t been amazing just due to the bathroom breaks. 

Working out?  
I taught four dance classes on Wednesday and that was definitely a workout.  The following two days, I was totally out of commission around the house.  It was laughable.  

Best moment? 
The kids have been really interested in seeing the baby.  They want me to life my shirt to show my stomach and then they both talk to the new baby and pet my stomach and give such sweet hugs.  It’s really heartwarming.  Scarlet stuck her finger in my belly button and said “She can feel me touching her”.  Scarlet has CLEARLY stated that she wants a little sister.  William upon asking whether he believes it to be a Boy or a Girl has said “Boy!”

What are you excited about?
I’m excited about Halloween tonight.  I LOVE seeing all the sweet little kids and even the teenagers (I give them extra candy because teens get so bashed by society these days and it takes bravado to dress up and go out trick or treating at that age!!!), and I can’t wait for our two little ones to experience the fun.  Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful night tonight!

His makeup was starting to rub off but he just staying in character - for a fair amount of time afterwards.  It was sooooo funny.  We really love Halloween.  


This is the creepiest pic of Nate EVVVVVVEEEER but I just kill myself laughing when I look at it.

Kate

xoxo

Oct 24, 2016

Weekly Pregnancy Update - Baby #3!

After finding out I was pregnant with each of the babies - I purchased one little bunny for that babe as their 'first stuffy toy'.



 Weekly Pregnancy Update

How far along are you?
We’re nine weeks pregnant and I can’t believe I’m going to be writing these again!  It actually feels surreal in a really good way.

How are you feeling?
Pretty good!  Not too nauseous which is the best and very different from the other pregnancies.  I’m tired but it’s manageable with naps (which I have almost everyday).  

Any weight gain? 
None yet.  Starting at 112 and still at 112.  

New symptoms?
A bit of bloating.  Regular pants are getting a little snug and I’ve been wearing leggings religiously.

General mood?
I’m so thrilled and so is Nate.  We wanted to try for a third and it literally happened the first month!  This makes me think it’s another boy.

Gender?
Although, seeing the ultrasound, I was getting a very strong girl vibe so we’ll just have to see.  We’re definitely going to find out the gender :)

What foods are you craving?
Chips!  Salty stuff.

  Do you miss anything?
I miss the sun!  It’s been super foggy and ‘gross’ in Calgary for the most part.  I’m trying hard not to pay too much attention to it, but it’s starting to bug me a little.  Fog feels a little claustrophobic and if you don’t already know - I struggle pretty badly with that phobia.

Sleep?    
I’m still on my stomach most of the time which is good but I know that will stop soon cause I can already feel a bump down there. 

Working out?  
My goal is to take it easy with low impact workouts a few times a week.

Best moment? 
 Seeing the baby’s heartbeat during the ultrasound.  I can’t explain the joy you feel when you see it - even after the third time.  It’s just such a blessing and a gift.  I bawled right in the room with the ultrasound technician (of course) and Nate just squeezed my hand and smiled.  Then he said - ‘So, now we need a new bigger vehicle…’

What are you excited about?
It’s funny but I’m really excited about taking bump pics again.  I’m going to hire a PROPER professional photographer this time because that is my one regret from the previous pregnancies.  I never did it!  I always fell back on my self-timer on the camera and I’ll still do that this time, but I would really like some gorgeous professional maternity shots.

Hope everyone has a great week!  See you every Monday!
Kate

This baby's matching bunny :)
xoxo

Oct 22, 2016

WE’RE PREGNANT…AGAIN!!!


Oh man friends, it's happening!!!

As I sit down to write this post I’m actually grinning and giggling at the same time.  Partly because if I could have told myself four or five years ago to stop worrying, chill out - everything will be ok, you CAN and WILL get pregnant…(multiple times) that would have helped me immensely.   I’m also giddy because my heart is just bursting and I do find it very interesting how life turns out.  For those of you who don't know - this is actually our fourth pregnancy.

  The short version of our story is that we were unable to conceive for two years.  When we finally did, we lost our first born at the end of the first trimester.  It was awful (totally debilitating for me) but we picked ourselves back up and started all over again.  After another year of trying, we conceived Scarlet and I was the most paranoid pregnant woman on the face of the planet.  After Scarlet was born, we thought - well we better get on the next one so it took so long to get our first - and then BAM!  First month of trying - pregnant.  Well, that basically happened with this third baby.  We agreed we really wanted to have another child and we pulled the goalie so to speak, and WAMMO! First month of trying.  So, things just happen for a reason I guess and it’s a totally beautiful thing.  Someone once told me that if I hadn’t gone through the miscarriage, I wouldn’t have the current angel children that I do now and that has always really stuck with me.

We are so thrilled (and honestly terrified), but we are taking it one day at a time.  The kids both knew we were pregnant before we did.  (Here’s a freaky story).  Scarlet was looking at me strangely in the eyes one morning and she said ‘Mommy, I think there is a baby in your tummy.  Is there?’ and I answered ‘Ummmm, I’m not sure’.  I turned to William and said, ‘What do you think William?’  He walked right up to me, lifted my shirt, pointed at my belly button and nodded his head up and down vigorously.  They both toddled off into the other room talking and babbling about the ‘new baby’.  It was still too early to take a pregnancy test so I waited a week and got an ‘early detector’ one and sure enough - the kids were right.

SUPER WEIRD!

We are due in May but knowing how my babies chill I wouldn’t be surprised if it was June.  

I’ll be trying my be to do weekly pregnancy updates every Monday so check back if you’d like to see the progress and development of our third babe!

Just so you know - that is totally trippy to write ;)

Have a lovely Weekend Friends 

XOXO

Kate 

Oct 9, 2016

It's US!!!

One of the many reasons I really enjoy social media forums like Instagram is because you get to ‘meet’ kind, caring, creative and giving people from all over the world.  Most recently I came into contact with a young artist named Lacee Swan (@laceeswan).  This lovely human took the time to create a portrait of our little clan of four based off of our New York picture and then she sent it to me - free of charge and full of love.  I am absolutely shocked at her talent and her kindness.  Thanks again so much Lacee! 

I am doing some MAJOR catching up on laundry from our trip to Vancouver, a few blog posts, choreography, halloween prep and of course working off that apple pie from thanksgiving dinner up at the cabin with Nate’s folks and my parents.  It was lovely, and it even snowed!  Ha ha.  Hope you all have a fabulous week ahead. 

Huge Love,
Kate 
XOXO