5.5 weeks...

Originally written: January 22, 2009

I'm estimating myself at 5.5 weeks based on the first day of my last period, but I won't find out a due date from my doc for at least a couple of weeks. I have a pre-natal class I have to attend on the 28th of January which is supposed to be about 2.5 hours and then from there I get my first pre-natal appointment with my doctor. This waiting is killing me! I just want to get to the point where I hear the baby's heartbeat and then I feel like I can be more at ease. But that could be weeks from now, so I'm getting really impatient.

I found out I was pregnant on Saturday the 10th of January. I took 4 tests, all came back with faint positive lines. I tested because the night before my boobs were really sore and my back was killing me between my shoulder blades. It's been 10 days since I tested and so far I've had the following symptoms almost every day:

Fatigue
Bloating
Sore breasts
Sore back
Frequent urination
Dryness of skin / Severe "itchies"
Pregnancy allergies
More irritability than normal

All are easy enough to put up with and I have no complaints. Two days ago I bought a "Be Band" by "Bella Band" and I'm successfully wearing it as a sit at my desk.

We've only told a few people. I find not telling anyone the hardest because it's just something you want to shout from the rooftops because you're so excited. You can't wait to hear and see everyones reactions. But, we've only told people that either need to know or that will understand if we were to miscarry. As for my closest friends, I like telling them in person vs email because then I can see their reaction. I'm also working on a possible promotion and I don't want to spoil it by telling everyone under the sun. After allI will be a working mom with a career to boot!

At this point I'm just excited every day. I'm worried but excited and each day that I have symptoms and no blood or bad cramping, that is a great day. I've been eating organically, cutting out 99% of my caffeine, eating more whole grains, taking my DHA and pre-natal supplements, and trying to get enough rest. Each day that things continue to feel good and look good is a day that I'm thrilled. I really look forward to every day of the next 9 months as I hope it will not only be a rewarding experience, but prep me for the years ahead!