15 Weeks!

I've delayed this post a bit so I could write about my doctor's appointment today and just include everything. First off, a confession. I have been a little on the scared side about this baby. I have NO idea why. I could barely sleep last night thinking about today. I went in and they went to look for the baby's heart beat. They couldn't find it. Luckily, I had super sweet Dr. Gunter. He assured me everything was fine and they went to get the portable ultrasound machine. Baby B was tucked as far away from prying eyes as he or she could get with it's heart beating at 150 bpm.

What a treat! I couldn't tell much because it was a very basic ultrasound machine with a tiny screen, but I can spot a beating heart! I then had some blood work done and received my flu shot. I love going to the doctor while I'm pregnant and seeing all the wonderful staff at Blue Ridge. THEY ARE AWESOME!

So here are some pregnancy updates.

Symptoms: Nausea has decreased a lot. I still have to take medication to keep it at bay. I also have to be very careful not to try and do too much. Also having a bitter taste in my mouth when I eat. Still exhausted all the time. When does this second trimester energy boost kick in?!

Weight Gain: Total weight gain of 4lbs. EEEK! Need to lay off the junk. Wearing some maternity things but today not wearing any. I feel like I look like I've just gained a lot of weight!

Cravings: Nothing too crazy. Actually bland food is best now. I have a glass of OJ every night before bed. I did have a covered dish meeting last night and ate lots of YUMMY stuff.

What I miss: My energy and my taste!

We have about 25 more weeks to go!! On November 23 we will find out the sex of Baby B!! I am so ready for it! I'm trying to find something can put in the sidebar of the blog so people can vote. Can someone help me out? I know what my guess is....BOY!