I passed!

Earlier this week I had to do my glucose test. I'm happy to report I passed with flying colors - thank goodness because the stuff the make you drink doesn't taste good. I'm also not anemic which is good because I don't know if I could swallow those iron pills - they are huge!

So, I'm happy to say my pregnancy continues down a smooth path.

My in-laws are here currently helping but the nursery together which is exciting. Hopefully we will have things in good shape by the end of the weekend.

Jogging Strollers

Yesterday was a beautiful day in Nashville. I took a power walk but really missed running a lot. So, here is the great debate - I want to register for a jogging stroller. I have done extensive research and can only find consistent positive reviews on the BOB. I would love to buy a BOB, but it $400! I hope to have another child in the next 3 years or so after this little guy so I don't feel like I should buy such an expensive stroller when I might have another kid some day. Does anyone else have a jogging stroller they would recommend! Thanks.

Happy Running to all.

My Last Trimester!

I can't believe it has been 10 weeks since I have posted on my blog. Time has been flying by ever since I have out I was pregnant. Eight weeks ago we found out we are having a Baby Boy. We think his name is going to be Warren after my grandpa but that can change if he comes out looking like a different kind of kid. I have been exercising on a regular basis and feel great. I haven't ran but look forward when I can run with Baby W someday. Look forward to catching up with everyone's blogs and will be posting some belly shots soon.

Happy Running.

Dancing Baby!

Last week I felt a flutter while on the computer and I wasn't sure if it was the baby. But, yesterday while eating brunch I definitely felt flutters. Then all day today I felt flutters. It makes me laugh all the time - my patients must think I'm crazy. I love it though - the fluttering makes me so happy.

I'll be 18 weeks on Thursday, and that means 2 more weeks until the big Ultrasound. I can't wait to see Baby M and find out if we are having a boy or girl. I'm so excited.

In other news our garden is doing awesome! We have yellow squash, zucchini,watermelon, peppers and tomatoes. Pictures coming soon.

In exercise news - as of last week I stopped walking home from work. It is just too hot and I'm too uncomfortable. So, Tom has been picking me up. I have been doing my prenatal pilates and yoga in the morning, and been walking on the treadmill at work during lunch. So, I'm still feeling good but I'm moving slower than normal.

Lastly, in response to questions from the last post:

I don't know if my pregnancy is easier because I'm vegetarian because this is my first pregnancy. I can say I've had morning sickness since before I knew I was pregnant to about 16 weeks.

I'm definitely not having a home birth. I will be having my baby at Vanderbilt - one floor up from where I work. I chose a midwife because they tend to stay with you the whole time in labor and I feel are more open-minded. But, you can have epidurals or any other kind of pain medication that you want with a midwife. I hope to go epidural free as I'm terrified of needles. Plus, I don't like the idea of not moving my legs.

A co-worker of mine told me his vegetarian sister-in-law craved meat while pregnant, but I have not. There was a one week period of time where I really wanted cheese every night before I went to bed that was it. I've been taking B vitamins along with my prenatal vitamins and just been very conscious that I'm eating enough protein and iron rich foods. So, I'm still going meat free and plan to raise the baby that way.

13 weeks and 4 days!

Today I had my second midwife appointment, which went really well. I was able to hear the baby's heartbeat which was really exciting! My midwife also said my baby was very active. Baby M is currently about 3 inches long or the size of a medium sized shrimp according to babycenter.com.

My next appointment isn't until 20 weeks which seems really far away right now, but that is when we get to find out if we are having a boy or a girl. I can't wait.

In other news I'm feeling much better and eating normal again!

Not running

This year I have had my ups and downs with running. I started off the year strong, and then I was derailed with vacation and moving. I then picked back up again. Yet, at the beginning of April I wasn't able to run - I was exhausted and I didn't know why. I found out a week later that I was pregnant, and then two weeks later the nausea hit me. I haven't been running really since. The last two weeks I've been feeling better and have gone for a few SLOW runs. And, even though my midwife says it is fine to run and I'm jealous of those who are pregnant and running I'm just not that into it right now.

I have been doing a prenatal yoga and prenatal pilates tapes. Plus, I've been walking 2-4 miles most days. Its not quite the same but at this point it will be my routine untill the baby arrives.

This morning I did my prenatal yoga DVD. The routine is great but not what I was expecting when I ordered it. I picked it because it had the best reviews on Amazon. I think I'm into more aggressive style of yoga than this routine and I find it a little to out there for my taste. Yet, it is relaxing and I do stretch. I might look into another DVD, but we'll see how the next couple of weeks go. If anyone out there has suggestions I would love to hear them.

Tomorrow I will do my pilates review.

Two years ago today....

I married my best friend. It has been quite an adventure, and I've loved every minute of it. And, our adventure is about to get more exciting as we are expecting our first child!
So, now you all know why I've been too tired and too sick to run, read blogs, or anything but work. Pictures and details to come.

Happy Anniversary, Tom!

Will I run again?

Hello, blogworld! I haven't run in six weeks. I have a had a major case of the blahs. Maybe it has been all the rain we are having or the stress of the new house and trying to get projects done. The good news is that for the last two days I finally feel like running again. So, I hope to get some new running shoes and hit the pavement again. Right now it is raining but they I'll be off. I can't wait! I also look forward to catching up with everyone's blogs!

First CSA Pickup today.

Life has been busy and I've been exhausted. I've been walking at least 5 days a week, and trying to do pilates and yoga. It is not as satisfying as running but it gets the job done.

I had to work yesterday, so we were hoping to plant our garden today but mother nature has decided to let the rain get in the way. Yet, we were able to pick up our first CSA share. Our share included strawberries (my favorite), cinnamon rolls (which were delicious), radishes, lettuces, spinach, and green onions. I have picked out some interesting recipes to make this week so we'll see how it goes with our share of crops! Stay tuned.

Don't forget to eat your veggies!

Happy Earth Day!

Is anyone doing anything special to celebrate the Earth?