
Well, the whole family has been very busy in the last few weeks. Baby Girl Hillis is growing like a weed, as is evident by the fact that my belly has finally popped. There's no hiding it now, folks.
Will and I have been visting with family, having California Closets installed, celebrating Mother's Day and my 32nd birthday, painting the baby's room and putting together the crib, and shopping for strollers and other necessities. Meanwhile, the Village Garden Party is this Saturday and I'm still enjoying Strong Mommy prenatal water aerobics.
Here's a little more about what's on going on:
How far along? 21 weeks & 3 days
Total weight gain/loss: Yes! Enough said.
Maternity clothes? Almost exclusively wearing maternity clothes now, with the exception of work out pants.
Stretch marks? Thankfully, no. I started using Palmer's lotion even though I believe stretch marks are genetic . Gave in to peer pressure!
Sleep: I'm up twice a night for bathroom breaks and my belly is starting to get in the way of laying on my stomach.
Best moments this week: Will and I have been reading to her nightly. Also, on Friday, I also found out I'm not a carrier of Cystic Fibrosis. That's one less thing to worry about.
Movement: I'm not sure about the various bubbles I feel daily, but a few weeks ago she kicked 3 times on the left side when I was laying on my stomach.
Food cravings: I'm realizing that I generally crave sweets and enjoy cereal as a nice treat a couple times a week.
Gender: Still all girl!
What I miss: A dependable energy level.
What I am looking forward to: The next ultrasound on May 28.
Weekly Wisdom: Take time for yourself. If you're tired rest. If you need to put your feet up, do it. Otherwise, you'll probably pay the price for not listening to what your body and the baby needs.
Milestones: This week my belly popped and last week we put the baby's room together. It's definitely not finished though!

Celebrating my birthday with best 3 year old girl friend, Shelby. Photog. credit: Mandi Woodhead.

Birthday Tiramisu at Sambucca. Atmosphere and food were delicious!

Generous gifts from the Hillis family baby celebration.

Pics of the baby's room so far.

Generous gifts from the Hillis family baby celebration.

Pics of the baby's room so far.

And a close-up of the bedding from Pottery Barn Kids.
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