Baby #2

Baby #2 is on it's way!

I'm 14 weeks and due May 8th.

Kensie is really excited about the, "baby in mommy's tummy!"  She is already practicing to be a big sister with her doggy and baby.  She feeds, diapers, comforts, and puts them down for naps.  She'll be such a good big sister.

I started wondering if I was pregnant while we were in Hawaii because I had to use the restroom all the time.  I took a test about a week after we got home and it was positive!  I haven't felt as great this pregnancy as I did in my first.  Especially about weeks 6-10ish.  Super tired, unmotivated, and gross.  If I didn't eat every two hours I would get really dizzy, lightheaded, and feel sick.  Food didn't sound good but I had to eat anyway.  I didn't feel like doing anything, even shopping (gasp!).  Overall I can't complain though.  I never threw up and have been able to continue exercising.

Luckily, I've been feeling much better the last couple of weeks.  Still tired, but not feeling sick.

Yesterday I went to the doctor for an ultrasound and so far the baby looks healthy.  The ultrasound tech even gave us a hint of the baby's gender! :)  I'm so relieved to know I've made it through the first trimester.  Hooray!  Welcome to the second trimester!

Toddler Birthday Party

I threw a small birthday party for Kensie and her friends for her second birthday.  I wanted to keep it low key so we swam, ate pizza, and had cake.  I burnt the cake I made for Kensie so the morning of her birthday party I ended up having to go buy one anyway.  Even though I tried to keep everything very simple, it was still more work than I anticipated.  The thing that took me the most time was the goodie bags....which I forgot to hand out at the end!

I don't know how all these moms go 'pinterest style' on their kid's birthday parties with themes, decor, games, food, cupcakes, and everything matchy matchy!  That would send me into a nervous breakdown.  Next year, I think we'll stick to a family party or invite one or two friends:)