The First 21 Weeks....

Well, here we are, starting a family!  Or should we say, adding to our family of 2 dogs and us!   We are 21 weeks into the pregnancy and it has been an exciting first few weeks.  We can't believe it is already half way over!  I will keep it short and sweet as I sum it all up...

We found out on Sunday, July 11, 2010 that we were going to have a baby - YEAH!    Starting a family has been a dream of both of ours since we first met.  So, July 11, 2010 definitely goes down as one of the best days ever!  Of course, I immediately went into planning mode which included a trip to Borders to stock up on the latest baby books, calling the doctor to schedule the first appointment, and walking to the baby boutiques down the street from us to get ideas for the nursery.  As Steve went along with me, I knew he was really excited but I knew he was also thinking  I was getting WAY ahead of myself.  But this is typical of me, I am a spaz and he is the calm, rational one.  This is why we work so well together, we create a good balance!  So, after he brought me back to reality and said, "this is only day 1, we have a long way to go, lets just enjoy the moment." I sat down and smiled at Steve.  Knowing we had this little life inside of me, was the best feeling ever.  It added another dimension to our life immediately!

I have been very lucky because I have, for the most part, felt great during the pregnancy - just the typical tiredness and a few bouts of nausea but nothing terrible.  However, my hormones are out of whack - just ask Steve.    I will admit, I am an emotional person to begin with and this pregnancy is not keeping my emotions in check!   I start crying at commercials, songs, books, and other random things.  The best breakdown in my opinion (and probably Steve's too) was when I started crying in the middle of the frozen food section at Target.  I can't even tell you what set it off, I just looked at Steve and he noticed I was crying and I said "I am not sure if I am cut out for the job as a mom"  It took him a minute to come up with his response and he came over and hugged me and said "I read about this in my dad book - you are going to have random breakdowns and I am supposed to hug you and tell you it will be OK"  Then I just burst out laughing.    It was the perfect thing to say to make me feel better!   And by the way, he did mention I will be a great mom.  :)   And he, of course, will be the best dad! 

We are starting to prepare our house (and our life) for our new addition.  We find out November 9th what the sex is and we absolutely can't wait!  Once we find out, we will be in full planning mode and be able to pick out the things we need for our baby girl or baby boy's nursery.  So make sure you check the blog the afternoon of November 9th to find out what Baby H will be - pink or blue?! 

One week before we found out we would be parents!

Baby H's first concert - Jack Johnson at Alpine Valley 7.24.10

 

Cindy Fest 2010!!   Baby H's first Amato Family Party with his/her 2 aunts and future cousin, Baby Girl Hood!

Baby H's first hike - Mt. Tumalo - Sunriver, OR

Baby H's first wedding - Laura & Brad 9.5.10 Sunriver, OR

Kenadee & Bosee - are they ready for Baby H?!