We are 99% sure we have decided on Poppy's name. We said it aloud weeks ago and loved it, we have texted it back and forth and I doodle it during meetings and when I'm procrastinating at work. I like the way it looks - and the last week I've been calling her by this particular name - just to make sure I like the way it sounds. I don't want her to not like her name. Picking a proper name feels incredibly important -we don't want to mess this up!
Today is the start of week 12 - we are nearly done with the first trimester! Poppy is the size of a kiwi. Last week our app said she was the size of a lime. Isn't a lime bigger than a kiwi? haha. Most of her organs are developed and functioning - totally wild! She has fingers and toes and she can already chew and swallow. Her heart is working hard and her digestive system is starting to work. This week her body is developing white blood cells and her pituitary glad is producing hormones that will allow her the opportunity to be a mom some day if she chooses. Totally crazy!
As for Erin - this week she has developed a rash on her belly. A few days ago she used Palmers Tummy Butter - it is supposed to help prevent stretch marks. BEWARE! She broke out in a horrible rash and google has introduced story after story of other women who have experienced the same thing from this product. It's horribly uncomfortable for her! The information online says the rash should go away in a week or so.
Erin is getting bigger. She's still far from having a baby bump - at least anything that is noticeable. Last night I had plans to take her out on the town but the night was cut short because she needed to get home to take her pants off and put on some sweats! haha.
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| Week 6 vs Week 12 |
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| Week 11 vs Week 12 (with a rash) |
Pregnancy has been a special experience so far. Erin feels like she is already bonding with Poppy. I do too - in a different way. I am loving learning about what's happening with Poppy with the baby apps and baby books. The speed of development is incredible. And watching Erin be so diligent in caring for herself and baby girl! It's incredibly special.
We have our first ultrasound Monday. GAHHHHH! I'm so eager to see our little Poppy on the screen!
Also, THIS! We are going to need to find good options for Poppy!
This is SO exciting! I love that you're sharing your journey via blog. :) My sis just had her first baby (first grandbaby in the family!) last week, and we are all in love. <3 She survived sleeping while pregnant thanks to this: https://www.amazon.com/Leachco-Snoogle-Total-Pillow-Ivory/dp/B0000635WI/ref=pd_lpo_75_bs_t_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=14B814Y4JVA5HBFVN67B
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Love reading the story of poppy. My unsolicited advice...lol
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I have given birth to 5 children with no stretch marks other than from breastfeeding. My truck was to bathe. Not shower. By showering you are removing your oil that your new hormones are giving you to allow your skin to stretch. If you must shower, while conditioning your hair, put some on the belly too.
I cannot stress how important it is to find a prenatal chiropractor. Your body is making extreme changes and you have added muscle relaxers in your body. Getting out of bed the wrong way can misalign you and cause pain for weeks.
Being uncomfortable is to be expected but you should NEVER be in pain!!
Congratulations to you both and please let me know if you want solicited advice lol.
I really appreciate this post. I’ve been looking all over for this! Thank goodness I found it on Bing. You’ve made my day! Thanks again! “One never goes so far as when one doesn’t know where one is going.
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