23 Weeks

Hello Everyone. I just feel like I'm breezing thru the "20's". Already at 23 weeks and really enjoying being pregnant. Overall, I feel great. Of course, by the end of the day when I'm tired and a little puffy, I usually feel a bit differently.

This week the baby is a little over a pound and a bit over 11 inches long. For those of you who remember my wine bottle comparison from last week, this week is still in the neck of the wine bottle. Not quite to the top yet.

I just can't get over the fact that I look more pregnant clothed than I do showing my belly. I can't figure it out. It seems when I'm un-pregnant, the absolute worst fat picture would be me bearing my belly. But now that my belly is getting big, it all of a sudden looks smaller. What gives? Oh well. I've included a bare-belly and a normal picture for this week. Of course, I'm in my 'Wednesday' jeans again. I now have 4 pair of maternity pants but seem to be wearing the same jeans in every picture. I made a consious decision not to wear my purple shirt(s) this week. Every girl needs a bit of variety.

I feel like I've really popped out now. I have even had people who didn't previously know I was pregnant ask me when I'm due when they see me. Today, I even had someone ask me if I'm having a girl. When I confirmed, she told me she could tell because I'm carrying high. I do actually feel like I'm carrying high. My ribs are a littles sore and I think the bottom ribs are actually starting to spread! Yikes! I'm not sure if I'd rather have my ribs or my feet spread. Hopefully the ribs go back to normal.

Aaron and I finally made it to Babies R Us this weekend to register. It was quite the experience. I can't believe he actually went with me! He was very brave. I really don't like going to that store. It's so overwhelming and stressful! Seriously, it's like a Costco full of baby stuff. We were walking around trying to figure out what was "frivolous crap" and what was "useful." If I never step foot in that store again, I'll be just fine. Kudos to Aaron for going! I'm not sure he'll ever set foot in another baby store as long as he lives, so this was very memorable.

Not much else happening here. I'm hoping to get a pedi sometime soon. My tummy is getting big enough that I can't reach my feet very well. I have a feeling this will be just the beginning. Plus, the thought of a nice foot soak and an hour long foot and leg massage sounds divine! If anyone is up for a pedi, let me know!