Sniffles and Sneezes

That's what we have going on at our house. Between me and Parker, I'm not sure which one of us is doing more!

Poor Parker has been congested and chugged up for over a week, in fact, we were at the doctor's office last Friday. Dr. G told us he was good to go with some Robitusin and nose spray so that's what we've done. Unfortunately he hasn't gotten any better and we were back in to see Dr. H while Dr. G was away...his right ear (the one with the clogged up tube) is infected. His left ear looks great, funny how that happens.

So we're home with an antibiotic every 12 hrs for 10 days, and as long as he isn't running fever, he'll be good to go to his buddy's birthday party tomorrow. He'd be sad to miss it! Right now though, he's getting a much needed nap, I think Button and I will do the same!

Have a great weekend everyone!

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Where Does Our Poo-Poo Go?

I ask this question a lot along with "Do you need to sit on the potty?" and we're making progress! Slow progress of course but slow is still good. So far Parker has gone tee-tee on the potty 6 times if you count the two little droplets from last night (and I do) and poo-poo once! He runs to the bathroom and says, "I sit da potty!!!" and then proceeds to take off his shorts and diaper, and then carefully sits down. After getting comfy he asks to watch Elmo and after a second helping of the Potty Song I usually pull out a book about using the potty. It usually only takes one round of Elmo and one book before he's "All done" and ready to "Wash a hands" and put on a new diaper.

Last night he ran to the potty to poo-poo but when he got to the bathroom and took off his diaper I saw it was to late. I let him sit on the potty anyway but showed him his poo-poo diaper and said "Uh oh! We didn't make it to the potty in time, you need to tell Mommy when you have to poo-poo". I'm not sure he understands that he needs to tell me but I know he doesn't like the feeling of a dirty diaper because he immediately wants to take them off, even in the middle of the night. I found him Monday morning with nothing but his pajama shirt on, he'd taken his shorts and diaper off in the night, I assume because it was wet. The good news is that he didn't wet the bed!

This weekend I am going to buy him some training undies, they're thicker than normal underwear and will help him to feel the accident. Hopefully this will help him to go to the potty before the accident happens. I'm also hoping that the package of diapers I just opened this morning will be the last package I buy (for Parker) so we'll see! 

In Button related news, it's all good! I've got nothing to complain about, don't get me wrong there are symptoms going on but nothing bad. I'm very ready for my appointment on Tuesday, I won't get to see or hear the baby or confirm how far along I am (I can't remember when AF came in July but I think I'm between 5-7 weeks) but I'll at least get to see the doctor and get things moving along. I'll also get to schedule my appointment with Dr. S 4 weeks later! At that appointment I'll get to see and hear Button and I'm so looking forward to that. 

I think the worst thing is that right now, other than my mild symptoms, I don't feel pregnant. I am anticipating the day when I can feel Button swish and roll, and hiccup. I've even been looking (and pinning) fall/winter maternity clothes and anything baby girl related. If Button is a boy, he'll have everything he needs but if Button is a girl, well she'll need everything. I'm sure we could use some of the unisex items we have from Parker but I don't think I could get away with any of the other stuff ha-ha. 

One last thing! Parker Man is going to be 2 in TWO WEEKS!!!! I might pass out. I've got everything together, invitations ordered and plans made! My baby isn't a baby anymore...he's my big boy, my handsome boy. Queue the water works.

Alright, time to get to work! I hope you're hump day is a good one!

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Yesterday I mentioned how I've had major bloat going on in the last week. I can't even believe the difference in my belly after just a week. I've heard that you show faster with your second pregnancy and I guess I'm no exception, see for yourself! The picture on the left was taken last Monday, a day after getting a BFP. The one on the right is today, a week later.

Compared to 14 weeks with Parker

So yeah...I'm showing early...really early. But whatevs! I'm ok with that. I actually lost a pound last week and hope to keep losing by making smart food choices. I'm convinced that I can still eat the amount needed for Button and I to be healthy and still lose or at least maintain. Anyway that's a conversation for me and Dr. S to have next month.

In other news, my child has decided he doesn't like diapers anymore. He pulls his pants down, removes his diaper and runs around naked. He also has been asking to "Sit da potty" so my sweet father and step-momma in law got Parker an Elmo potty chair. It has been 2 days and he's gone tee-tee twice! he gets a mini oreo cookie when he goes on the potty.

I want to thank Allison from O My Family for the post about Elmo's potty song, we watch 2 or 3 times each time he "Sits da potty" it helps him hold still and take care of business, while telling him that it's "potty time"

I know we're not ready for big boy undies yet but I'm planning on getting some training undies and taking a weekend to see how he does when he can see how an accident feels. 

Anyone else preggers? Showing at the rate of Bella Cullen? Anyone thinking about potty training or in the process of potty training? I'm open to tips on anything from great foods for pregnant ladies and keeping my kiddo focused on the job at hand (doing his business on the potty).

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1 Week Down

So it's been a week since I found out I'm expecting, and I can definitely say that this pregnancy has been super easy so far. I haven't had the pain in my boobs like last time and while I'm tired, I'm not totally wiped out at the end of the day.

I am going to say though that this week I feel like I've gained 50 pounds...I'll be weighing tomorrow and do see how much I've gained but man! I couldn't even button my shorts today, and even though I don't know exactly how far along I am I know for sure I'm not THAT far along. My last pregnancy, I was buying maternity jeans at 9 weeks because I wasn't able to button my jeans. I just don't like having that full uneasy feeling all day but being hungry every few hours.

I'm not going crazy with the food either so I know it's not from eating to much, I am drinking a lot more water though so that could be a factor. I have decided to stay on Weight Watchers, I'll continue tracking and will allow myself the extra 300 calories for Button, I'll just make healthy choices and correct portion sizes. I hope that I can maintain a healthy weight and not gain a whole lot like last time. Of course I'll talk with my doctor next week and get her opinion.

I told Parker that he'd have a baby brother or sister soon and at one point I asked him which he wanted, a baby brother or a baby sister, he said "No" ha-ha so we'll see how that goes.

Well friends, it's time for bed! I'll be back tomorrow or Monday!

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Wordless Wednesday

OK since I know I'm going to forget this tomorrow I'm just going to post it now.

Don't you just die of cuteness overload? I do!

Happy Wednesday!

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A Good Couple of Days

So it's day 3 of knowing I have another little one on the way and I'm happy to say that the worry and stress is leaving me and being replaced with excitement. I'm so happy and feel so blessed that God has given us another little one to love.

If my calculations are correct, I am 5 or 6 weeks along. My first appointment is on the 30th and by then I'll be 7 or 8 weeks along. I'll have all of my background info taken, medical history and such and then 4 weeks later I'll FINALLY get to see Dr. S and hopefully my sweet 10/11 week old babe. Seems like forever away right now...

I think there is something in the water because not only do I have a couple of family members expecting and a few friends in the same boat, it seems like every mommy blog I read is announcing the same awesome news!

Well my kiddo is calling to me from his room so I'd better get this done and go get my morning kisses. I'm going to leave y'all with the survey...you know the one. Happy Tuesday!

How far along? 5 or 6 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: I've gained 2 pounds this week in bloat. 

Maternity clothes? Not yet but if I'm sure I'll be in them soon, maternity jeans are so comfy!

Sleep: I had to get my body pillow out last night because with the bathroom trips and being generally uncomfortable I needed something. It worked!

Best moment this week: Getting an appointment with the doctor I wanted (She is the best)

Movement: None. 

Food cravings: At this point I'll eat anything, I'm just hungry!

Gender: Not sure but with the blood line I'm working with it'll more than likely be a boy :)

Labor Signs: No thank you.

Belly Button in or out? In. 

What I miss: Nothing has really changed yet, so I don't miss anything!

What I am looking forward to: Finding out the sex, feeling movement, decorating the nursery

Weekly Wisdom: Eat when you're hungry or your stomach will sound like a monster growling and drink lots of water.

Milestones: none yet really...

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Unexpectedly Expecting

So as the title says...we're expecting! It was totally unexpected...I was having some very crazy dreams along with frequent potty trips and decided to test. I. Was. In. Shock. I still am to some degree but am getting more excited by the hour, I already love our little guy or gal and can't wait to get in to see the doctor to find out where we're at.

We're calling this little blessing Button because we're sure it's already as cute as a button. Stay tuned for more info! Happy Monday!

PS. I gained so I'm unhappily back into the 150s...150 to be exact. Boo...I'll be asking my doctor about healthy weight ranges for me and what I'm still allowed to do diet wise.

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