Week 30

I'm 10 weeks away from my due date and I honestly can't believe it, amazing how time flies! I love the fact that right now I can take Lucas with me at all times but soon he will be joining us and this little guy will bring so much happiness to our family. 

We went to the District Convention in Long Beach this weekend and we had a wonderful time (below are some pics)

Symptoms: Swollen feet and hands, lack of sleep and brain fog pregnancy--I seem to forget everything!

Queasy/Sick: Soy milk

Belly Button: Innie/Outie

Weight Gain: 20 lbs

Movements: A lot of them

Cravings: Fruits & chocolate cake, ugh! :)

Wedding Ring: Still fits

Stretch Marks: None, just the linea nigra

Miss Anything: Sleeping! zzZzZ

How far along: 30 weeks

Boy or Girl: BOY :)

Are you showing: Yes I am!

I would also like to congratulate my fellow soon to be mom Kat on finding out she's having a boy! I'm beyond happy for you.

District Convention & belly rub (we were feeling Lucas kick) <3

With my two babies

Hubs and I 

With the Soler's--who are also expecting a little boy

Bellies! 

Dinner after the asamblea!! YUMM!!

Week 25

This week has been a very warm one here in SoCal and being pregnant during summer time can be a bit harsh. It's starting to cool off a bit so that's a major plus. Yesterday I got to see my dad and I'm so happy he got to feel Lucas kick. My mom, sister and a few friends have felt his kicks but not my dad and it was priceless to see his facial expression; it made me very happy. Other than that it's been a very good week, no more contractions (other than a few ones here & there but nothing serious).

Symptoms: Minor contractions

Queasy/Sick: No

Best Moments: Seeing my dad's facial expression when he felt Lucas kick

Belly Button: Innie/Outie

Weight Gain/Loss: About 15 lbs

Movements: YES! A lot of them

Cravings: Fruits

Ring: I'm only wearing my wedding band

Books: What to expect & The Art of Breastfeeding

Stretch Marks: None

Miss Anything: SLEEPING ON MY STOMACH!

Sleep: It's been ok. I wake up my terrible back pains and I'm constantly using the restroom at night time

How far along: 25 weeks

Maternity Clothes: None, just maxi dresses that I can use later on

Are you showing: Yes I am!

outfit

dress target

watch macy's



Weeks 21-23

This weekend we had the amazing privilege to attend the Special Day Assembly  in Mira Loma, CA with our not so little bump! It was a lovely event and even though by the end of the day I was exhausted and my feet were swollen (of course I was going to wear heels) it was a great and eventful Saturday. On Sunday we decided to sleep in, Daniel made me some delicious breakfast and we went to see Man of Steel. I read the importance of having little dates before the baby comes so we wanted to spend some one on one time together and it was great. 

My last visit at the doctor she told me I'm probably two weeks ahead, meaning that I've completely missed two weeks of my pregnancy and writing about. It's exciting to know we are that much closer to meeting Lucas but it's also a bit nerve raking because to be honest we haven't bought anything, YIKES! By next week I'll know with certainty how far along I am but for now here's my 21-24 week update:

Symptoms: None, Lucas has been a very well behaved baby!

Queasy/Sick: Cooking chicken!

Best Moments: Feeling how active Lucas is

Belly Button: Innie/Outie process

Weight Gain/Loss: I've gained about 10 pounds

Movements: Yes, lots of them!

Cravings: Fruits

Ring: It fits but it depends on the weather. At times it fits like a glove other times my fingers are too swollen and the ring won't fit.

Books: What to Expect when you are expecting & My Book of Biblical Stories (for Lucas)

Stretch Marks: None as of right now. I'm using this & this; they work like wonders.

Miss Anything: Being able to sleep on my stomach and to drink a tall caramel frap!

Sleep: Sleeping has been challenging and I wake up at least two to three times to accommodate myself.

How far along: Either 21 or 23 weeks

Maternity Clothes: I've only bought two dresses.

Are you showing yet: Absolutely!

My outfit

*the pictures were taken with my iPhone does the quality is bad*

dress asos: here

necklace francesca's: here

blazer & shoes were bought at a fashion store for less than $25 ea

Daniel's Outfit

shirt/suit/socks express: here

tie macy's: here

shoes aldo: here

Baby Banana Week 20!

Week 20 has arrived! It has been a very busy week from having the anatomy ultrasound, finding out Baby Banana's gender and doing the gender reveal to our family & friends! It's exciting to know I'm almost half way into my pregnancy. I was actually told by the doctor that I might be 2 weeks ahead which means my due date will change.

Here are some fun facts:

• Baby weights about 10.2 ounces and measures about 6.5 inches.
• Baby Lucas has working taste buds
• Now, he's gulping down several ounces of amniotic fluid each day -- that's significantly more than before

*Information was obtain here

Special Cravings: Fruits--specially watermelon & cherries

Symptoms: Pregnancy brain fog & I feel hungry most of the time :)

Belly Button: Still innie/outie process

Books: What to Expect when you are expecting & Mi Libro De Historias Biblicas-we read this one to Lucas

Baby Movements: YES! A LOT! He's a very active baby

Queasy: Raw chicken..still! I can't cook it it really grosses me out.

Weight Gain: About 8-10 pounds

I used some of the pics from the gender reveal because I was 20 weeks.



Gender Reveal!

Planning the 'gender reveal gathering' was fun. Our immediate family knew we are having a boy but we also wanted to share the exciting news with our close friends. The event was nice, small & simple & it was very nice to share this special moment with our family & friends.

We want to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for attending the reveal and a special thank you to my mom & sister for helping me ALL DAY LONG & making the place look adorable, you two ladies are amazing, love you!

Pink lemonade/mason jars/blue straws





Moments before revealing the gender! I was so anxious.

YES! IT'S A BOY!

With my lovely Laura aka 'The Photographer'

All the beautiful ladies!

The guys!

My lovely family..my dad was missing but he's very happy for us! Love you Dad!

Babush Love!

My lovely mom, sister, Daniel & I

JC & I

Thank you Cindy for the lovely gift!

Baby Lucas first gift from his lovely Aunty Jessica & my mom <3

Thank you Grandma Rosie, Erin & Tatiana for the gifts.

Happy me with my 24/7 companion Baby Lucas, love you my little one!

I honestly love this video! Aside from the happiness that Daniel and I felt to reveal we were having a boy I honestly love Yaneli's genuine reaction! It makes me laugh, thank you babush!

*Sorry I was not able to turn the video around*