And then there were 12 weeks to vent

Alright, here comes the things about pregnancy that people don't talk about. First of all, I'm very happy to be pregnant, ecstatic.The fact that I'm almost out of this 1st trimester is music to my ears and even more exciting.

Nausea. Yes, some people never get it, you are BLESSED. Some people do, including me. Now lets remember I am a Dietitian, and I work with Pregnant women and children all day teaching them nutrition. So I am well, actually over educated how to cope with Nausea & Vomiting. So no one tells you that can't take your acid reflux medication until your doctor gives you the big "no, no" right after you find out your carry a baby. So I ate Tums, so many fruit flavored chalky Tums. I had heartburn out my ears, but I agreed with my OB that I would be medication-free. Well, at our 10 week ultrasound appointment, we were excited to see the baby, but I was honest to God trying not to hurl all over the ultrasound tech. That day I tossed my cookies almost 20 times by 4pm, no joke, never ending torture. No water, no crackers, while suffering a migraine, and dehydrated; this was my lowest point. I cried when I saw our baby for the first time, then I tossed my cookies. That is the honest truth for you. Not all roses. Well, my lovely OB gave me a gift, new acid reflux medication that she could feel better about. Oh, and a nice dose of Zofran to stop the hurling Olympics. Then I was prescribed a cup of coffee, it was the first caffeine I drank in 3 months. It was delicious. I'm doing better theses days, it's hit or miss. But now that the reflux is under control with that little purple miracle pill, I can actually eat substance in my diet and enjoy a glass of water.

Allergies. Since childhood I have had environmental allergies and asthma. And they became a lot worse in Florida. Well there went asthma and allergy medications. The first surprise allergic reaction and asthma attack was after taking my fish oil supplement. There goes those fatty-acids. Also, I have been sneezing with a sore throat for months now. Everyone looks at me like I am a walking petri dish. Not fun.

Kiddie-germ Sickness. There is this thing called being immune-compromised. Basically your immune system takes a huge dump on you and your are more likely to catch annoying colds and get sicker than your husband sitting next to you. Did I mention that I have contact with at least 30 patients daily, snotty nosed visitors are not an option, they are a job requirement. But wait, there's more. Remember how you could take same cold medicine and feel relief, not when your pregnant. Listen, some of you out there right now are saying, just take the meds. That's your choice, but my baby is not being drugged unless I'm about to need medical intervention.

Smells. I'm going to be simple and sweet. Scott bought a new deodorant. We went in the truck to go camping and I just about hurled every time I smelled his new brand's scent. When we got to the campsite he bought his old deodorant and had to shower off the old before coming in the tent. Sensitive nose... to everything. 

Weight loss. There are women complaining about gaining weight, but I'm the opposite. Week 12 was the first week that I was no longer in the negative. I wasn't in the positive either, just neutral. I know your seeing these bump pictures, but don't let them fool you. This girl is slimming everywhere but the belly. Now its a game of eating frequent small  meals, while avoiding going to the over-extreme. It was nice to be on the "eat anything you want" diet for awhile. But I know that is unrealistic normal. Its a constant battle of balance.

Gas. Yup, I went there (sorry mom). Lets be brief; your husband will hear you do things that you never thought you would produce. Things that would of made you so embarrassed  when dating that you would never show your face around that person again. This is called the love test. If you want to learn more about constipation, send me a message, I'll fill ya in:)

Mood-Kicks. You thought your monthly mood swings were bad; bring on laughing, crying, and exhaustion all at the same time. Maybe it's all the life this little bundle of joy is sucking out of you. Or the hormones that are surging through your blood. Irregardless, I'm blessed to have an understanding and patient husband. I've been all over the place. Thankfully, things seem to be on the upswing these days.

Clothing. Nothing fits the same. Some things fit better, other items are being stored away. And it is too early to buy new clothes. Then comes the part where you feel in-between a bump and looking fat. Yes, I said it. A great confidence booster. Everything is enhanced, including the need for new bras pretty quickly.

Faith. God pulls you through all these wonderful moments and I believe it is making me a stronger mommy-to-be. So keep the Faith, that this is not forever. And the little vampire inside of me will be an angel soon enough. Baby is getting all they need, so mommy's who take good care of themselves will be there better for baby in the long haul. God is prepping me, and I am willing.

Smiles. They come back to their usually frequency around week 12, see below. That below is me being happy now that I am starting to get my energy back.

Here's to honesty, 

XoXo Mommy & Baby Angel