First/Second Trimester

My First Trimester was filled with the usual heavy dose of morning/all day sickness and headaches. But I was so elated to be pregnant, that was the furthest thing from my mind, and Shea was able to be home a ton so he filled in all the gaps and it was seriously the best yet. I did my best to hide my little bump and dreaded the day of announcing. The kids knew of course so I was okay with people knowing I just didn't want to tell people. It has been a weird feeling of guilt, for being able to be blessed with a healthy baby when so many go through similar struggles and never get that happy ending. I did my best to stifle that with the kids and Shea, and focus on the joy. Shea was disappointed in my lack of excitement and if's and but's; he knew after many emotional talks that this was just my way of protecting myself in case something happened. I didn't do it on purpose, it just seemed like a weird subconscious defense mechanism. Fortunately things were only getting better and more hopeful.

My Second Trimester started with lucky me... more morning sickness, fortunately it tapered off around 18 weeks. Shea had been bugging me to death about taking pictures of my growing baby bump. It still didn't seem very far along, but finally to his delight I started recording this growing baby...

16 Weeks

18 Weeks

Shea has loved reading what is happening with baby from week to week. I have finally discovered the power in energy again! I seriously thought I'd struggle forever. And I have been doing much better drinking lots of water to keep my headaches and braxton hicks at bay.
My morning sickness only rears up when in the car or stuffy hot places, or if I get out of bed really fast, so I still am careful but overall it isn't a daily battle. So yay!

20 Weeks