17 weeks...

Last week was spring break in Guilford County and I thoroughly enjoyed resting, cleaning, relaxing, and getting things done. My mom and I went on a girls trip to Charleston, SC at the end of the week. We went to the new Charleston Aquarium, Folley Beach and surf shops, Tanger Outlets, Citadel Mall, and visited downtown. Below is a picture of me with the penguin that didn't want his picture taken!

The weather in Charleston was absolutely amazing, but very windy. The aquarium is located right on the river in downtown Charleston and had amazing views. Here is a picture of my mom with her new froggy friend!


Now the moment you have been waiting for... Remember that tank top I had on in my 8 week picture? Here is a picture of me in that tank top now! Needless to say, I will not be wearing that shirt out in public for fear of exposing myself.

Of course I had to do the "hands on my belly" shot. I'm amazed at how my body is changing and growing, and the best part is I have an excuse to go shopping every month for new clothes! What woman doesn't love to shop!

Today I am 17 weeks, 3 days and feeling wonderful! I'm having trouble sleeping, but my pillow fort is helping out a little bit. I may have to give in a purchase a snoozer body pillow to help me sleep, but that can wait a little longer. I believe I feel the baby move at times, but what I feel is the same fluttering sensation I felt at 13 weeks and my doctor said that it probably wasn't the baby. I have an appointment next week for my 18 week ultrasound and I'll ask my midwife then because doctors don't know what they're talking about anyway!

Also, at at school I have passed the pregnant bug around because 2 other women are pregnant as well! We're all about 4-5 weeks apart and my baby will arrive first. It's nice having other women to talk to about pregger issues and to be pampered by my wonderful colleagues!