Almost finished the 1st Trimester! In some ways, it feels like the weeks have been going so slow, and yet in other ways it’s hard to believe I’m almost finished the first trimester already. This last week was probably my hardest so far. I have been so fortunate not to have morning sickness. This last week the tired part really hit me. Not just tired as in the need to sleep, but just feeling my whole body and mind shut down. When it hits everything seems to take so much effort – going on the computer, reading, watching TV, conversations...pretty much anything requiring mental concentration. I think the 'hormonal' part has hit, emotions and all. It comes and goes in waves, but has been more pronounced this last week. I think maybe because I haven't been eating as healthy as I usually do, this probably doesn't help. Ironically, I’ve also been an insomniac. This is SO NOT me. Nathan’s been SO supportive, and I’ve been feeling like such a slug. He keeps reminding me that my body is undertaking a huge job right now and to listen to it. What a wise husband :)Eating has still been tough. I never thought those words would ever come from MY mouth. The main foods I seem to be able to tolerate are rappie pie, hashbrown casserole, English muffins with peanut butter and sometimes applesauce and cereal. Thankfully, I still am ok with our morning smoothies, so feel like I’m at least getting some daily nutrition. I really hope my appetite returns soon!
It feels more and more real that there is a baby being formed inside of me. Miracle really. In some ways, hard to believe, and also just awe. I am SO thankful for the support of Nathan, my family and friends. Nathan has been phenomenal. That’s the only way I can say it. My mom has just been amazing. This baby is going to be so very loved.
Next week I’ll be going for all the blood work and then going to the pregnancy clinic. They’re also going to just double check my TSH levels for my thyroid, because they were high last year (ie. hypothyroidism) and sometimes pregnancy can set them out of whack again, so just to make sure. From there, I’ll keep the updates coming!
4 comments:
So happy for you and Nathan, Jenn! I love that you're adding on pictures and it's so great to hear how you are doing! I'll be an avid reader to see how you, Nathan and Baby Parker are doing along this journey.
Love you!
Angela Noble
Jenn, if smoothies are still the easiest things to go down (I am only just reading your blog Love it! It's like reliving all the wonders of my pregnancy over again!!), try sneaking in some veggies in there. Example: avocado is very yummy and will thicken the smoothie without overpowering the other flavours. Or, if adventurous, add some steamed carrots, spinach or even the water left over from steamed veggies. I tried this and it worked for me! Hope it helps!! CONGRATS once again :) :)
Rish
Hi Jenn!!
I love this blog....so happy for you and Nathan.I will be reading often and love the pictures!! You're so sweet!! xo Connie
I LOVE this baby already!!! Thanks so much for the ultrasound picture. Isn't it just a miracle in the making from an AWESOME Creator (and you and Nathan too, of course)!!! I am so happy and thrilled for you Jenn. Can't wait till we get together again. Hope it is VERY soon. Love you SOOOOOOOOO much.
Cindi
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