Baby P's first pic

Last Wednesday we had our first sonogram. That's when it finally hit home we are going to be parents. It's so amazing to see how everything is fully developed at this point, but the baby is only 14 ounces! From here on out it's just a matter of the baby (and mom) gaining weight. The doctor said everything looks perfect :) We told Susan, the sonographer, that we didn't want to know the sex of the baby, so it was interesting how she referred to Baby P. She doesn't like to use "it," and most times she would say "the baby," but one time she used "she" and the other time she used "he." Ryan was trying to figure out why Susan said "she" first and "he" second - who knows. She asked me if I had any maternal instincts on what I thought the baby was, and I said "Maternal instincts?! I'm still getting used to the fact that I'm pregnant!" I think Ryan is convinced it's a boy and I have no clue, so it will be fun to guess and see who's right in the end. The picture I posted is one of my favorites. We have many more which I'm sure many of you will see over the holidays. I've been reminded that I need to update a belly pic, so I'll do that tomorrow.

PS - if you are experienced and can tell from the picture what the baby is PLEASE DON'T TELL US, we really don't want to know :)

Getting bigger...

I was informed today that it's been two weeks and I need a new post. Next week will start my 5th month and I can hardly believe it! Ryan and I have started to look at names now and have ideas for boys, but nothing we can agree on for girls. I'll love one name and he'll turn his nose up, then he'll love one name and I want to vomit. This could be a long process! We have our first sonogram next week, so I will let everyone know how that goes! Have a wonderful and Happy Thanksgiving!

Alright Kiwi, here you go...

My sister Carrie has been begging me to post a picture of my ever growing belly, so my friend and co-worker Katy has agreed to be the photographer :) Other than a minor case of morning sickness this morning, I'm feeling and doing great! We have our first sonogram the week after Thanksgiving and will let you all know how it goes. Have a great Tuesday!

We're going to be parents?!

Back in August Ryan & I found out we are going to be parents! There are so many emotions involved with the news, but excitement and fear are at the top of the list. Excitement because it will be new and fun to add another to our family, and fear because how the heck are we supposed to know how to be parents...?! We are a little overwhelmed with everything that needs to be done before the little one gets here, but somehow I know we'll manage :)

I am starting this blog as a way to keep everyone updated as we progress thru the upcoming months. It will be a fun way for people to see pictures and post comments for everyone to enjoy. I hope this finds you all doing well!

Love,
Ryan & Amber