Sharing Our Joy: Fun Facts about Kevin/24 weeks pregnant

Some fun facts about Kevin, followed by pictures and then a pregnancy update. Here goes! :)

- Baby Kevin is now trying to use the guard rail to climb up the stairs. Problem is he can't reach the guard rail. He stands up on his toes and stretches but even with all that work he barely just touches the rail. I would post a picture of this, but I'm afraid that he'll fall and I won' t catch him because my hands will be full. He is definitely trying to do grown up things now :)

-Kevin loves LOVES yogurt. He just has to see the container and he starts getting all excited. It does not matter what flavor. If he sees us eating it, he hustles over for "his share" of the yogurt.

-He finally understands timeout. yay!! I think this will help. I prefer it to spanking so I'm glad for an alternative. He has not thrown any tantrums- per say- but he does like to test the waters. Mainly it's trying to touch things he knows he can't play with- like the laptop, tv etc.

- He is moving up again. We've been in size 3 diapers and size 12 months clothes for quite some time. However after 3 blowout diapers this week, I think I got the message. Time to move up to a bigger size because this size is not working! I also pulled out the 18 months clothes. They're mostly winter stuff so I'm glad the 12 months is still working because I don't want to buy more summer clothes for him.

- Kevin's first molar is coming. He's handling fairly well. His Oma discovered the tooth before I did! :)

- Will the person who taught him this yoga move, please come forward? :) I'm not sure where he got the idea to do this, but he is doing it all the time now! Even in the bath tub, and then he acts all surprised when the water from the tub starts running down his face. He just starts looking between his legs and laughing! now this one I do have a picture of :)

Making Aunt Ashley crawl through all the tunnels in the playground

Esperanza and Baby Kevin on the fire truck.

They both loved the slide! Especially this side by side slide.

Esperanza leading the way up the stairs. Hurry the slides await us!

Baby Kevin reading to Esperanza.

Smiles for PaPa.

Here is a picture of me. 1 day short of 24 weeks.

I’ve been talking to Baby Kevin more about being a big brother. Although I know there is no way for him to comprehend what I’m saying, I still do talk to him about it. I know he will be jealous at first. He had some minor issues with Esperanza “stealing his spotlight”. However he got over it pretty quickly and seemed to really enjoy playing with his cousin sooo it makes me feel a little better about all the changes that are about to come his way.

Pregnancy: 24 weeks

Weight Gain: hmm I’m scared to even check this one! lol I’ll let doctor tell me on Monday! I feel like everything is getting bigger faster with this pregnancy.

Sleep: Decent because I have been taking the easy road. I’m skipping some house chores (not good!) so I go to bed at a decent time. The only comfortable position now is on my side.

Gender: GIRL!!

Name: Savannah---middle name is still undecided.

Feeling: Anxious! Trying not to be but I am. I feel like we have so much to do before she gets here. We need to buy things, get her room ready, and promote Baby Kevin to his big boy room, wait- we need to get the big boy room ready first! Yes, the mental list continues to grow. I try not to focus on the weeks but last time-things turned sour at 25 weeks so I feel I’ll breathe easier after 25 weeks. I’m praying and trying to be at peace because I know either way God is in control and will carry us through whatever may be. I focus on how active she is and just enjoy feeling her dance around inside.

Excited- the time seems to be flying by this time but I am excited as I think of all the things to come.

Cravings: Avocado, watermelon and hot chocolate. My friends at work are awesome! They’re really good at making sure my cravings are met. I have a full supply of hot chocolate- thanks to Lisa

Struggles/Limitations: It is getting harder to reach my toes. Kevin soon wont be able to fit on my lap so far he doesn't seem bothered by the intrusion :) It's also harder to give Kevin a bath. Is it bad if I just wash his upper body? just kidding. I am moving a little slower, but I feel good overall.

Health: doing excellent! Yay!! Praise the Lord J

Movement: Very, very active!! It’s like she is just floating from one side to another and then kicking off.

Belly: definitely showing now. Lol although I forget I’m bigger now and get thrown off when strangers ask me “when is the due date?”…”boy or girl?” but I’m glad they’re asking. It means the “looking fat” stage is over. Also means time for more belly pictures! I'll get an actual measurement on Monday.

Current Medications: taking prenatal vitamins and a daily low dose asprin