Some things are just different...awkward

Pregnancy awkwardness…. No I am not talking about almost peeing every time I sneeze or the great new splotchy face I am sporting. Those are just new norms. Here are a few of my awkward moments:

Recently went to a mandatory healthy pregnancy class that is required before your first OB appointment. The nurse discusses some dos and don’ts during pregnancy and then helps everyone fill out paperwork for the doctor. One of the questions asked for my partner/husband’s name. Travis. Ok, next question please. Is your partner/husband the father of your baby? Well obviously I put no. As soon as I did the lady next to me let out a loud gasp. I turned and looked at her and she was creeping on my paper work and shaking her head. I thought about making friendly conversation with her and offering an explanation but honestly it was more entertaining watching her squirm in her seat the rest of the class.

I have to admit that it does feel a little odd walking past baby isles and not feeling the need to check out the cribs or cute baby clothes. By this time during my pregnancies with my own children I was concerned with baby names, daycares, etc. I don’t really “feel” pregnant emotionally. I am guessing it is because I am not doing all of these “normal” things that most pregnant women are doing. Physically, oh yes, I feel pregnant. I am not sporting a baby bump yet mostly because I was rather fluffy when I got pregnant. The doctor says it would be healthy for me to gain 20-25 lbs during this pregnancy. I am still down 15lbs since transfer. I am waiting for the second trimester wonderful feeling. For now, I am still feeling very nauseous and not sleeping.

We are now into our fourth month!! I am wondering when I am going to start having some food cravings so far nothing. However, my husband is a different story. He was eating white powdered donuts with Tabasco sauce on them the other night and of course I am sitting on the couch gagging as I watch him. Gagging- just another familiar part of my daily routine!

What’s coming up?

We are headed to the East Coast!! I cannot wait to RELAX! When we get back doctor’s appointment and our 20 week ultrasound! SO EXCITING!! 

Please don't hesitate to ask if you have a question about this amazing process (nothing is to personal). Thank you for all the comments, questions, and support.