Pregnancy Update

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27 Weeks

Hello Third trimester! Can't believe I'm already 2/3 of the way done. Its gone by pretty quick! Hopefully these last few weeks do the same! Everyday I get more and MORE excited for this little baby boy.

Movement:
I felt him first move around 18 weeks. I was laying in bed when all of a sudden I felt little bubble-like movements in my belly. They were very light and I had to concentrate really hard. But by 20 weeks I was feeling him kick everyday. It's the COOLEST thing ever! Especially now that he is bigger. I like to just sit and watch my belly move and poke out here and there. It keeps me entertained on my slow days at work :)
It took Alek a little while before he actually could feel him kick with his hand. It was around 22 weeks I believe when the little guy kicked his dad. Alek's expression was PRICELESS! I couldn't help but laugh. Now he moves all the time for his daddy. Yesterday when Alek got home from work, he gave me a nice big hug and the little guy kicked him. Alek jumped back pretty startled. :) This little boy is sure active!

Weight:
So far I've gained 18 pounds. Whoo! I try not to think about it and just know this little guy is gonna be big and healthy :) I can worry about the weight after, right?

Belly:
My belly button is SO close to popping out. It looks really funny. I thought it never popped out until like the last week of pregnancy but I guarantee mine will be sticking out here within a couple weeks. 
The baby is also sitting really high. It's quite uncomfortable on my ribs. I'm guessing (I can't really tell) that his feet are right up in my ribs. That's were most of the pokes and kick come from and my right side ribs are constantly aching. So far that's the only this making me uncomfortable. I just can't sit for long periods on time. Standing feels soo much better than sitting. 

Clothes:
I have ONE pair of pants that still fit me. YAY! Other than that... maxi skirts and dresses have been my life savor!  They are soo comfortable! And they are so light weight that it will be wonderful in the summer! 

Name:
Ha.... where do I begin. Alek and I have COMPLETELY opposite taste when it comes to names. I describe the names he comes up with as... "random letters thrown together" that's how strange they are! I like unique to a point! But, not where it's so off the charts people start to question our sanity. That being said.. Alek says I have a nerdy taste in names and if I name our child he is going to grow up being made fun of for his name.  HAHA But, if you were to ask me if we have decided on a name, I would tell you yes! Because I have a name that I think is absolutely just PERFECT! I'm slowly trying to.... sorta.. brainwash Al into thinking the same.  How evil am I? I think its working though. 
"I can't wait for Baby J to be here."
"Aren't you so excited for Baby J?"
I make these comments and I don't know if Alek just ignores me or what but so far he hasn't stopped me. :) So I plan to keep doing it and hoping the name starts to grow on him. Also, when we do 100% agree on a name finally, we aren't planning on telling anyone until he is born because I don't want to have to deal with listening to people's opinions of why it's a stupid name, or who else has that name. Sure you can tell me your opinion... but I don't really care... ouch, too bold? 

Cravings:
The only food that has stayed consistent through my whole pregnancy has been fruit. Ahh strawberries are to die for!! and watermelon... mmmm :) Other than that, the cravings have changed week to week. Last week was french toast. I swear I made it for dinner every night. The week before that was hot dogs. Weird huh? 

Blood Clot:
The blood clot has been doing great! My leg feels fine. No more pain! I'm very happy about that. It still swells every once in awhile and walking long distances, or stairs are A LOT more tiring than they use to be. Really, the only thing that has been a pain (literally) has been the shots. I dread each morning and night when Alek reminds me he has to inject a needle into me. They hurt! and man do I have some gnarly bruises! I have a Dr. appointment next week so hopefully we will hear good news. Hoping the clot is completely gone! I'm also "wishful thinking" and hoping they let me start doing just one shot a day instead of two. Crossing my fingers!