26 Weeks Preggers!

I want to first apologize that I haven't been posting lately.  A lot of things have been going on during this pregnancy. I can't believe I haven't posted in a month!  So in the last month, I have been on and off of bed rest. I currently am on bed rest again.  I started to have contractions and they needed to stop them so they can me some meds and it worked. Luckily.  The medicine was not fun by any means but I'm happy it stopped me from going into labor.  I've been trying my hardest to listen and be a good girl on bed rest but with some much that needs to be done,  I find it hard to do.  I do have great friends who help me out so much.  My best friend from Ohio, Natalie, moved down here and kindly helps whenever I'm stressed out beyond belief.  She swoops in and saves the day.  With the hot Florida summer, comes lots of swelling so I'm starting to feel not so comfortable. I'm going to try Epsom salt in my bath. I hope it works!  Any suggestions are welcomed!

This week was also my baby shower.  (I'll be posting a blog just about my baby shower).  It was incredible and everything I could have wanted.   My family worked so hard to give me the best possible shower ever. I appreciate them more than they will ever know.  So stay tuned for the baby shower blog!

I also want to share a few things that I proudly put together for the baby: (Note: I am not handy at all so this is a huge deal for me).

So this is one of the best things ever invented.  I can take this everywhere with me since I'm coaching or when he needs to go to my mother in laws.  It will be a life saver. I can tell already.  I did have help putting this together. Once again, Natalie to the rescue. 

I am lucky enough to have family that rock! I have 2 of these. One for Ohio and one for Florida.  Stephanie (my sister in law) had this sent to me so I have one here in Florida. It makes my life so much easier.  I put this together all by myself and it felt amazing once I was done!

How far along? 26 weeks 2 days.
Total weight gain/loss: 13 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Nope! Just dresses!
Stretch marks? No!
Sleep: Not at all.
Best moment this week: The baby shower!
Have you told family and friends: Yes.
Miss Anything? My cute summer clothes.
Movement: Lots and lots of movement.
Food cravings: Fruit still. Watermelon.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not a lot now.
Have you started to show yet: Oh yes!! Big 'ol belly!

Gender: BOY!!!!!!!!!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? Off :(
Happy or Moody most of the time: Well, it depends on who you ask.
Weekly Wisdom: When you get bad news from the doctor, be upset for an hour then move on. I've needed to learn this.
Looking forward to:  Getting the rest of the baby things for the room.

22 Weeks!

This week I have been trying to get back into the swing of normal life. I finally feel like I have my energy back. (If you ask Kiko, he will tell you different) In our last ultrasound, we found out that this little baby has one kidney that is enlarged. Apparently this is something normal for little boys, but it needs to be monitored until he is born. So now every few weeks we can to peek at him with ultrasounds to make sure it isn't getting worse. There isn't a lot that they can do until he is actually here. Nothing to worry about.

This week we are celebrating Easter. Alli is finally into it. Easter is actually today. She woke up and found the basket that he Easter Bunny hid for her. She loved every little thing that was in it. I actually made breakfast. That never happens so you know it was a holiday. Then we colored eggs. Kiko is making me "take a rest" so we can go out and have a dinner on the beach tonight. I like to think of him as the rest police. So that's about it for this week!

How far along? 22 weeks and 3 days.
Total weight gain/loss: 6 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Nope! Just dresses!
Stretch marks? No!
Sleep: I can only sleep for about 4 good solid hours. The rest are off and on.
Best moment this week: Watching Alli find her Easter basket.
Have you told family and friends: Yes.
Miss Anything? Kiko not telling me that I need a nap.
Movement: Lots and lots of movement.
Food cravings: Fruit, fruit and more fruit.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not a lot now.
Have you started to show yet: Yes and my belly is a hand magnet.

Gender: BOY!!!!!!!!!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: I'm not as emotional this week.
Weekly Wisdom: Make sure to include your partner in things. They want to be a part of the pregnancy too!
Looking forward to: An entire week of normal life!

21 Weeks

I am a week behind and I apologize. I have been super busy in the last 2 weeks. My company (Vertical Aviation Technologies) went to our big airshow in Lakeland, FL. It is called Sun n Fun. I have been a crazy person trying to get everything ready. I am in love with my company and I wanted to make sure that we had the best helicopter display out of everyone at the airshow (and we did). It was an incredible experience to see how many people were amazed by what we make. Plus, I got to see the airshows.

Sadly, I only got to spend 4 days at the airshow when I had intended to spend 7 days there. I got the news on Wednesday evening that my beloved Grandma Nancy Wallace had passed away. I dug deep and found enough courage to spend one last day at Sun n Fun before flying to Ohio on Friday. It was such an emotional weekend and I honestly am still having a hard time accepting that she is gone.

I would like to take a moment to remember her. She was the best cook and the best person to have a conversation with. I will always cherish my weekends spent with her while I was growing up. She would make us breakfast (and she always made me bacon because I don't like sausage). I was the official "toast butterer". I actually was excited every weekend to butter the toast. We would sit down as a family and had breakfast (and she ALWAYS made extra for her dogs). She loved family meals. Holidays were a skeptical. She would cook so much food and all of the family would come every year. I have the best memories of the holidays because of her. As I grew up, I learned the gift of gab from her. I will always remember her stories about her love of dogs, God, and family. I was blessed beyond belief to have her in my life for 25 years. Every time I see a dog, a Dairy Queen, or I butter my toast, I will always think of her. I will miss our weekly phone call that would last for 2 to 3 hours. I will keep her memory and her beautiful spirit close in my heart and think of her daily.

Okay, now onto little Shiney Anchor (poor thing already has a nickname that he will never live down). My mom did get to feel him moving around this weekend while I was in Ohio. I was so happy that I could share a moment like that with her. He is a little wiggle worm! I had much needed family time and I got to eat all of my favorite foods while I was there. My time went by too fast but I will be back up in just a few weeks. I have been feeling very good lately despite my emotional breakdowns that seem to happen every hour. I can't believe that I am more than half way there! He will be here before we know it!

How far along? 21 weeks and 5 days.
Total weight gain/loss: 6 lbs.
Maternity clothes? I have come to the conclusion that no one makes cute maternity clothes so I will live in dresses.
Stretch marks? No!
Sleep: It has been hit or miss. I wake up at night and stay up for an hour.
Best moment this week: Shiney Anchor moved for my mom. That was a great moment.
Have you told family and friends: Yes.
Miss Anything? Venti Iced Caramel Macchiatos....still
Movement: Lots and lots of movement.
Food cravings: Quiznos and as much fruit as I can get.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Noting lately....thank goodness.
Have you started to show yet: Yes and my belly is a hand magnet.

Gender: BOY!!!!!!!!!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Emotional.
Weekly Wisdom: It's okay to cry whenever you feel like you need to and talk out your feelings.
Looking forward to: My appt. today. I love hearing the baby's heart beat.

19 Weeks!

This week was a lot of fun (minus my terrible sun burn). We had visitors. Natalie (my best friend from Ohio) came down so she could scout out some places to move into. She found a place only 10 miles away from my house! She will be here in May. We also has the wonderful Laura stay a night with us while she was on her layover. Alli loves them both so much and it was great to see them.

It's been a very busy week for me. I am preparing for my airshow. It is one of the biggest things I get to do with my company and I am so honored to be a part of it. I am lucky to say that I love my job. I can't wait to say that I have been there for 10,20 and 30 years. Plus, helicopters are really fun! So that has been my week.

Baby Vargas Dos does move A LOT! I love it until I'm ready to do to bed. That is when he thinks it is party time.

Baby Vargas Dos did get to go to the beach for the first time. I got burnt REALLY bad on my right arm and left knee. I officially look like I have a crazy bruise and I am not colored correctly now. I need a spray tan ASAP!

P.S. this will be the only beach picture you will see of me this pregnancy so enjoy it!

How far along? 19 weeks and 4 days.
Total weight gain/loss: 5 lbs.
Maternity clothes? I did just get a pair of maternity jeans. Very comfy!
Stretch marks? No!
Sleep: I am finally sleeping pretty good.
Best moment this week: Seeing our friends Natalie and Laura.
Have you told family and friends: Yes.
Miss Anything? Venti Iced Caramel Macchiatos
Movement: Lots and lots of movement.
Food cravings: Quiznos, tacos, sweet tea, and watermelon.
Anything making you queasy or sick: The smell of some soaps.
Have you started to show yet: Yes. People are now asking me when I am due. Beware: I am not a dog and do not like belly rubs!

Gender: BOY!!!!!!!!!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Weekly Wisdom: Take time out to go get a pedi.
Looking forward to: My airshow (Sun n Fun) is this week.

Spring Pregnancy Must Have's

I have had a some people ask me what are the things that I love for Spring while I've been pregnant. So I put together a few of my "can't live without" things.

Sunnies for fun– Forever 21 – Wayfarer. These are my spring/summer number 1 must have. Everyone needs a pair of these if you want a cheap pair of sunglasses that you can throw in your purse or want to look cute on the beach without spending money. I will never wear any of my Marc Jacobs on the beach…. Which brings me to my next favorite. http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_sunglasses&ProductID=1000042137&VariantID=

Sunnies for style – Marc Jacobs – Aviators – I love love love these sunglasses. I wear them everywhere. I bought this pair 2 years ago and they still are my favorite. I have a collection of his sunglasses but these own my heart. http://www.neimanmarcus.com/product.jsp?icid=&searchType=MAIN&rte=%252Fsearch.jsp%253FNtt%253Dmarc%252Bjacobs%2526_requestid%253D5506%2526N%253D4294967293&eItemId=prod145350162&itemId=prod145350162&parentId=&cmCat=search

The Maxi Dress – Old Navy – I hate that a lot of maternity clothes don’t look like something that I would ever wear. So, I have solved the problem. I will be wearing maxi dresses or some kind of sun dress until this baby comes out. Dresses can be casual or formal. They are really easy to dress up with a few accessories and they are most importantly comfortable! This one at Old Navy is my favorite. It is the perfect length and color. http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=68334&vid=1&pid=828118&scid=828118022

Cute Sandals – Lauren by Ralph Lauren – I have decided to retire my heels (although you may see me in wedges). I have gone on a mission for cute footwear. I found these and needed them! They are super comfy and look great with everything! http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=78150&vid=1&pid=862679&scid=862679032

Tea! – Starbucks – I have been seriously craving lemonade. I stepped it up a notch and now I always want a venti Passion tea Lemonade with 3 pumps of sweetener. Soo yummy! http://www.starbucks.com/menu/drinks/tazo-tea/shaken-iced-passion-tea-lemonade#size=180835&sweetened=1

Lotion – Skinny Girl Belly Butter – I LOVE this stuff! It smells great and dries fast. I ordered mine from online but now I just saw it in Walmart. This stuff is going to save me from stretch marks! It is made by Bethenny Frankel. It’s a miracle worker. http://skinnygirlfaceandbody.com/mommy/show/21

Lip Balm – Burt’s Bee’s – Since I’ve been pregnant, my lips are ALWAYS dry! Burt’s Bee’s Medicated Lip Balm with Eucalyptus Oil and I are best friends. I have one in my purse, in my car and at work. It’s serious hydration therapy for your lips. http://www.burtsbees.com/natural-products/lips-lip-balms/medicated-lip-balm-eucalyptus-oil-new.html

18 Weeks!

This week has been an eat feast for me. This is when I really have craved things and have gone to get them. I have been to Quiznos 4 times this week (and I am the mayor of Quiznos on FourSquare thank you very much). I always get a garden salad with chickpeas, banana peppers, cucumbers, and Italian cheese and a turkey club torpedo. They know me by my first name and I’m not even made about it. As soon as I walk in, they start my order. That is true customer service! It is so yummy and under $5. It’s a great and cheap craving! I still haven’t moved on from Lemonade. I want Lemonade and strawberry popsicles in between Quiznos. I also go to Tijuana Flats a lot! I love tacos! So Quiznos, tacos, lemonade, and strawberry popsicles would be the only things on my menu for this week.

We still haven’t come close to finding a name for this poor little baby but hopefully before my water breaks, we will have a name. Alli, on the other hand, has a name for Baby Vargas Dos: Shiney Anchor. (Yes I understand that shiny is not spelled with an “e” but Alli wanted to put an “e” in there so deal with it). This is how that name came about. I have an anchor tattoo on my foot and I went shopping at the Children’s Place this past week and bought many little boy things with anchors on it. She also got a few things with anchors. So she decided that since we couldn’t figure out a name, she would. And so, Shiney Anchor was created at the check out of The Children’s Place. At least someone in this family has an idea because Kiko and I are not even close to liking any names.

Finally, Baby Vargas Dos (as my family and I lovingly call him BVD) has been moving so much. He also got the hiccups for the first time. I couldn’t stop laughing. I could tell that he was not happy about it. He could hiccup then move then hiccup then move like he was trying to get rid of it. He is only 18 weeks old and I can already tell he is feisty. He and I will get a long just fine!

Anyone have any name suggestions??????? Because we do not!

How far along? 18 weeks and 4 days.
Total weight gain/loss: 5 lbs.
Maternity clothes? No need right now!! This beautiful Florida weather lets me wear my sun dresses.
Stretch marks? No!
Sleep: I cannot get comfortable to save my life. I am trying pregnancy tea. So far, no good.
Best moment this week: We picked an amazing theme for the baby shower! Also I got to hear the baby’s heart beat. Finally it is back up to a normal heart rate!
Have you told family and friends: Yes.
Miss Anything? Sleep!
Movement: I’m pretty sure that he thinks he is a cage wrestler.
Food cravings: Quiznos, tacos, strawberry popsicles, and lemonade.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Broccoli and now I can add coffee.
Have you started to show yet: I look pregnant but the sun dresses I wear hide my bump.
Gender: BOY!!!!!!!!!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Weekly Wisdom: If you want to eat Quiznos 4 times a week, do it!
Looking forward to: Making crafts for the baby shower.

17 Weeks

Please excuse the sweat pants, t-shirt, and no make-up. I was making up some flag football cheers and felt it was necessary to be as comfy as possible.

This week has been lack-luster and non-eventful. Except, Baby boy moves so other people can feel him! This is very exciting. He still refuses to move for Kiko, but to be honest who would? I sure don't. (Love you babe) I basically have gone to work until noon and come home and nap for the rest of the night. Party animal!! I get it! I am starting a collection of clothes for Baby Boy. Kiko and I have gone shopping. Also, my sister-in-law, Angela, bought his first outfit. She got him a Florida State University set. Go Noles!!! And one of my cheerleaders, Abby, bought him a helicopter sleeper set! SO CUTE!! Finally, someone got him something with helicopters on it!!

This past week, my team of baby shower planners have been very very busy!! They seriously rock!! My sister-in-law, Steph, and my mother, MaryJo, have been putting together ideas and it is going to be a baby shower to remember!! They really need to go into the party planning business! I can't wait until May gets here!

I also want to throw it out there that I have the best people are me. I am completely blessed that God put so many good people in my life!

Still no name..............................

How far along? 17 weeks and 6 days.
Total weight gain/loss: I'm still stuck at 3 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Now that it is in the high 80’s here in Florida, I’ve been wearing a lot of dresses. Thank goodness dresses. They are easy to wear and don’t care that you are pregnant! So right now I don’t have a need for maternity clothes.
Stretch marks? No!
Sleep: Sleep? What's that?
Best moment this week: We started getting things for Baby Boy! Aunt Angela bought him his first outfit and it is Florida State University. For Kiko and I, that’s where our relationship began! Also, Baby Boy took his first flight in my helicopter! I had a demo flight and we were taking video. It’s the first time I’ve been in my helicopter since finding out I was pregnant. I hope he loves flying as much as his dad and I do.
Have you told family and friends: Yes.
Miss Anything? I miss trying on clothes in a dressing room and not crying!
Movement: He is on the move. It love it.
Food cravings: Strawberries, lemonade, and tacos. I really think I will live off of those for the rest of this pregnancy.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Broccoli still.
Have you started to show yet: Yes, but still most of the clothes that I wear kind of hide the bump.
Gender: BOY!!!!!!!!!
Labor Signs: No.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Weekly Wisdom: Rest when you need to!!! Let other people help and just rest.
Looking forward to: The strawberry festival!!!!