First purchases...

After having two ultrasounds and hearing the heartbeat I thought it would be okay to go ahead and make a few purchases for little peanut.  I knew no matter the what the gender was, I wanted the nursery furniture in espresso.  I like white but I fell white furniture doesn't keep 'white' for a long period of time.  After searching several sights for several days I found www.babysdream.com.  To me, they have the best looking furniture and seems to be great quality.  This site does offer free shipping to a baby shop closest to your location which brought us to this adorable children's boutique in Myrtle beach called The Kangaroo Pouch.  Brian was kind enough to ride down with me on Saturday to take a look and see if they carried this line in their store which thankfully they did.  After looking at each crib and dresser very carefully we made our purchase.  We decided on the Everything Nice (Spice) Crib.  The great thing about this crib is that it converts to a queen size bed.  Great investment I believe.

Everything Nice Collection: Spice Crib

As for the dresser we decided on the Legendary line.  The drawers pulled out smoothly and it is tall which we both really liked.  Again, this dresser will work well as he/she grows up.

Legendary Collection: Double Dresser

Along with the furniture I bought a few other items, which was purchased online, to get me feeling like a little one is on the way.  My purchases include: a diaper bag, bottles, Sofie the giraffe and a plush giraffe that plays soothing music.

Skip Hop Grand Central Diaper Bag

Gentle Giraffe Plush Soothing Sleep Aid

Avent Natural Glass 4 oz

Avent Natural Glass 8 oz

Sophie the Giraffe Teether

I still can't believe that I'm pregnant!  I think once I feel this little one kick then I will officially believe I have a human growing inside me.  We find out the gender on Wednesday, February 6th.  Can't wait to find out if Baby Kinard will be a he or she!!





16 Weeks

How Far Along Are You: 16 weeks

Weight gain:  121.4 lbs now  (started at 116.6)

Maternity Clothes:  Thankfully, no.

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: None.  I've been lathering myself with Palmer's Cream.

Sleep: Tossing and turning some.  There have been nights where Brian or I go sleep in the guest bedroom. 

Best Moment This Week: Prenatal yoga.  Not much of an exciting week.

What I Miss:  Still caffeine, beer and wine :(

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement:  Not yet.  My nurse said I will probably start feeling movement at 20 weeks.

Food Cravings?: Lately, I'm always in the mood to eat breakfast food.  Mainly either cereal or waffles.

Anything making you feel blah or sick?: Nope.

Gender:  Not yet.  Can't wait for that part!!

Labor Signs:  No.  I would be freaked out if I did right now!

Symptoms:   No symptoms lately.  Been feeling like my old self :) 

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: Energized.  I seem to have my energy back which helps with working out.

Looking Forward To:  My next Doctors appointment, January 16th. 

15 Weeks

How Far Along Are You: 15 weeks

Weight gain:  4 lb, 120 lbs now  (started at 116.6)

Maternity Clothes:  Not yet.  I did have to resort to using a ponytail holder around the button of my pants today.  Ugh.

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: None.  I've been lathering myself with Palmer's Cream.

Sleep:  Great.

Best Moment This Week: Prenatal yoga.  Not much of an exciting week.

What I Miss:  Still caffeine, beer and wine :(

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement:  Not yet.  My nurse said I will probably start feeling movement at 20 weeks.

Food Cravings?: No food cravings.  There are times that I have to make myself eat. 

Anything making you feel blah or sick?: Nope.

Gender:  Not yet.  Can't wait for that part!!

Labor Signs:  No.  I would be freaked out if I did right now!

Symptoms:  Mild cramping at times.  I guess the belly is stretching out.

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: Happy.

Looking Forward To:  My next Doctors appointment, January 16th.