Heartwarming!

To Our Baby B,

Well Baby B we are now 17 weeks and 3 days, meaning we've started our 18th week. You are now growing to the size of a sweet potato!

We had our 4 month check-up on Thursday; and just like Mama said - we didn't leave the office til we heard that heart beat! Not that I had to put up a stink or anything, the doctor had plans to do it anyway. We really liked her though, she definitely took her time with us and was very friendly. After a little searching she found you and we heard your heart beat and even some kicks she said. It's definitely true what they say - it just warms your heart to hear that sound! Your heart beat was right around 144-146. So far you've been running anywhere from 130s to 150s so don't think we can assume anything based on that old wives tale!

Aside from that our appointment went well. Doctor said we are both doing great. Next up is what the doctors call our anatomy scan ultrasound. We were originally scheduled for the 20th, but they called today and moved us up to next Tuesday - the 12th! I was excited to hear that! Not only because we get to see you sooner, but it also works better with Mommy's work schedule. This ultrasound would be where we would find out your gender if we chose to; but not us - we're still planning on being surprised.

After our appointment, I decided to stop in the store Buy Buy Baby. Boy was that overwhelming. This store was huge and was floor to ceiling baby stuff. I simply went to get some crib ideas and I still felt overwhelmed. Over the weekend Daddy and I went to Babies R Us and Daddy agreed that that was overwhelming. That store is nothing compared to the other. There's just so many options - how do I know what's going to be right for you?

This week I also thought that I was beginning to feel you move. However, I haven't really felt anything since then, so I'm now thinking it may have just been other intestinal issues. The doctor said any time now I'll probably be feeling you...so that's pretty exciting!

Sadly I haven't gotten a chance to snap a new picture of us this week. But I promised to post one ASAP. And next week I should hopefully have some updated pictures of you as well!

Something else exciting is that you are already continuously being showered with gifts. A few weeks ago Auntie Jenni gave you some hooded bath towels, and this week you received some souvenirs from Uncle Fran's Vegas trip (a bib and little stuffed bear). One of Daddy's friends, Jake, and his girlfriend Mary surprised us with a sweet picture frame too. So now we've got you framed next to our wedding picture where I can peek at you everyday!

Hugs and Kisses Baby B!

Love You!
Mommy XOXO