Halloween and 3D ultrasounds....oh my!

This past weekend Johnathan and I participated in a surprise birthday/costume party. It was my first time dressing up for Halloween ever (or at least that I can remember). Growing up, we weren't allowed to celebrate Halloween which in addition to no trick or treating involved no school activities either. If there was a worksheet with a Halloween theme, I didn't have to do it. If we sang "Witches Brew" in music class, I had to step outside the room. One time we did one of those find words in other words exercises with "Happy Halloween", I got to use the phrase "Merry Christmas" instead (I wonder if these days it would have to be "Happy Holidays"?). I came up with the most words. The other kids complained because they thought I won because I had a different word. Which could be true, but I like to think it was my mental prowess :).

I think because I was raised that way, I hated October as a month and generally hated Halloween. But time moves on, we grow up, and perspectives change. My mental change probably started when my brother had kids and they celebrated Halloween. They are always so cute in their costumes! I started to feel that there can still be an innocence to Halloween if you control your environment. So this year it began for me!

Johnathan and I have already bought a little onesie for the baby for next year's Halloween that says "Daddy's Little Pumpkin". That was my first little step. Next was the costume party. The key as an adult female is to avoid the slutty costumes, plus I'm pregnant so that totally wouldn't have been appropriate. It's not often you're visibly pregnant during Halloween so we had to take advantage of that. We went as a redneck wedding couple, and boy was I comfy! It was a lot of fun!

                                                    Not the best pic, but realistic since I'm running my mouth

                                What you can't see are my slipper boots (this can also double as a 26 weeks preggo pic)

Yesterday, Johnathan's little sister and two neighbor kids (vampire, pirate, and piglet) stopped by for trick or treating. It was a lot of fun for me. They were my first trick or treaters ever, and my only ones since no one else came by. So cute though! The adults got some candy too.

In other Monday news, I had another ultrasound. This one was a fetal echocardiogram to make sure the baby's heart was developing properly. Apparently in gestational diabetes babies can develop heart issues (if the blood sugars aren't well controlled). Dr. N said that "the powers that be" were on the edge of not requiring this particular ultrasound, but since it was still in effect she recommended one for me. She pointed out that she had no reasons to worry about Baby B's heart because all the other ultrasounds didn't show any concerns. So I went to this appointment a little annoyed because I had just had an ultrasound last week. I know, I'm foolish because I should be overjoyed at any opportunity to see the baby in action.

I really liked the ultrasound tech! She was so enthusiastic from the start and because Baby B was so active she switched to 3D without me even asking! It was amazing to see her yawn and stick her tongue out in full view! The tech made me laugh out loud when she went to label her ear and typed "rear" instead. Baby B's heart looked super healthy and everything else checked out. Healthy baby on board!

                                                                She totally looks like Johnathan!

Due Date: January 30, 2012. According to my pregnancy app we have only 90 days to go!

Weight Gain: I've gained about 5-7 lbs. Have another OB appt on Nov. 8th so I'll know more then.

Symptoms: Feeling pretty good! This is the magic season, the second trimester. I sometimes feel something like growing pains, but that's nothing serious.

Cravings/Aversions: On Saturday we did a test kitchen on some Thanksgiving recipes we were considering making. We had a lot to do that day so we decided to go out for breakfast. Johnathan's mom and sister were going to Dunkin Donuts and asked us to join. I said no because it wasn't a safe place for me, breakfast is when I am most restricted on my diet (I'm only allowed 15 carbs). Our breakfast first plan fell through, so we ended up going there anyway. I was NOT happy (pregnancy hormones anyone!?). While standing in line I looked back at Carol and she was lovingly unwrapping a delicious pumpkin muffin... I came SO close to bursting into tears right there in line. I wanted all the "bad for me" things that morning! I'm sticking to my guns, but it's getting hard!
Sleep: It's not perfect, but it could be worse. I wake up a couple times a night to pee, but can usually fall back asleep quickly...unless Johnathan is snoring.

I am loving: Seeing Baby B's face in 3D!

I miss: Being able to put on socks without grunting and groaning.

I am looking forward to: Our baby birthing class this Saturday

I'm spazzing about: my fasting blood sugar...just a little

Best thing about this week: Seeing Baby B's face in 3D!

Milestones: 90 days to go!

Movement: Yes, happening pretty frequently! Looking forward to the inevitable hiccups.
It's a...: girl!

Heart Burn: A little. Nothing a little Tums can't handle

Belly button in or out?: In….barely! Each week my innie is getting smaller and smaller.

Labor signs?: Nope. Just the way I want it!