Today Jr turns 16 months and I'm 16 weeks pregnant! I can't believe they fell on the exact same day. Funny how somethings happen like that. I remember when Adam turned 25 and I was 25 weeks along; strange that we'd have another week match up to something. Anyway, I can't believe our lil guy (however, he's really not that lil in size), is already 16 months old. He's every bit of toddler and boy! Not a day goes by that we don't get the devilish look from him before he takes off to do something naughty. He's testing our patience and his boundaries right now, which is quite interesting at times. As most parents would probably say this is only the beginning of something he'll do until he's in college making his own decisions. Adam and I both agree though this stage may be tough at times, it's a lot of fun. He's interacting, saying words, does simple commands, and is really just developing into a little human. The pregnancy has been a little rough and rocky at times, but I think we're finally hitting some smooth road. The nauseousness is slowly disappearing and my energy level is getting back to normal. I can't wait to thoroughly start enjoying this pregnancy; it really helps when I feel better.
So between a growing toddler, a growing little basketball belly, a crazy football season, building a house, and trying to figure out offseason things there's never a dull moment in the Carriker household. Adam had a game today against the Titans; they came out with a victory in ot. They're now 5-5 and A is staying fairly healthy, so happy for him and this opportunity. This year almost all their games have been nail biters (3 ots and most of them are are within 7 pts to the end), which drives this Mommy nuts being pregnant. I try not to get heated or get my heart rate going, but when it's close and they have a chance to win I just get into it. Anyway, lets get onto the fun stuff!
The Tike at 16 months:
-Is a mini-Adam! Everybody always says how he looks, acts, and is built just like his Daddy!
-Says lots of words and is starting to copy words we say. Some words he says (and you can actually understand) are Mom, Dad, dog, hat, door, bye-bye, ball, out (for outside), bath, and hi.
-Loves making animals noises. We'll ask him what the dog, cat, sheep, pig, and cow say, and he'll respond with the right noise (moo-moo, baa-baa, ruff-ruff). So cute!
-Still signs a lot of words and always lets us know when he wants something, so nice as a parent.
-Loves playing with his word cards. He gets to touch them and mess with them as much as he wants. He knows where the box is and is in it everyday.
-Loves to learn and is very eager to be taught.
-Celebrated his 2nd Halloween! Dressed up just like Dad. He was a Redskins football player (jersey, pants, shoes, socks, helmet, belt, and even a hand towel hanging from his belt). Went to a Halloween party the day before, where he got to pet some animals, sit on a pony, play with some markers, and run around with all the other kiddos. Was exhausted when we got home.
-Went back to CO during Daddy's bye-week. Got to run around on the mound of dirt where his house will be built, spend time with Gma/Gpa Mc throwing rocks and running around outside (thought it was hilarious to just sit in the pile of rocks and throw them in the grass), play with Aleah, spend some time with Gma/Gpa C and Uncle Mark and Aunt Gina, went swimming, played at the park a lot, and just got to get away from VA for a bit to see some family.
-Looks like Aleah could be his twin.
-Got a Learning Leapfrog Laptop from Gma Mc loves playing with it. It's customized to say his name and sing a song with the letters of his name.
-Has been on 17 total flights! Is a great lil traveler for Mom and Dad, especially when he takes a lil nap on the 3-4 hr flights. Everybody always comments on how well he does and then when told how experienced he is they about fall over.
-Plays in the dishwasher all the time. He knows how to unlock/lock it and even turn it on. First time he turned it on, he took off running out of the kitchen, scared him silly!
-Likes to stack his blocks, dump out his wagon full of them, and just likes to put things together and then take them apart.
-Loves playing with his cars/trucks. Is very good at making truck noises; however, sometimes it sounds like his truck is dying. Likes to drive his 4-wheeler all over Daddy too.
-Started stacking Daddy's protein containers. They're actually fairly heavy, but he likes to stack them and then unstack them.
-Daddy weighed him in at Redskins Park, just like what happens to him every week. Jr weigh 32.4 lb (fully dressed and had a dirty diaper at the time). Soo big!
-Still takes two naps a day. Always takes a good nap in the morning, (1.5 hr), but not always the best in the afternoon. Sometimes his afternoon one consist of him talking, playing, kicking the side of his crib, etc. just hanging out till Mommy gets him up and sometimes it's a solid nap as well. He has his quiet time (nap or no nap) for at least an hour twice a day regardless.
-Loves to give Mommy's tummy (the baby) kisses. Lifts his shirt to look at his tummy and then comes over and lifts Mommy shirt and pokes at my belly. We then tell him to give the baby inside a kiss and that he does smiling and laughing. I really wonder what is going on in his mind when we say all of this to him. I think it'll be exciting when the baby moves and he can feel it; really wonder what he's going to think.
-Is a true busy body! Hardly ever sits down anymore! Between his mind/hands/legs there's usually never a dull moment in Jr's life.
-Prefers to use his left hand when writing, but kicks the ball with his right foot every time.
-Walks around holding his cell phone (Mommy's old phone) or the remote to his ear and just talks away. What can I say he watches everything we do!
-I was watching Daddy's game today, put my hands on my head in distress and what would you know, Mr. J did the exact same thing.
-Loves going outside and especially loves going to the park.
-Is a dare devil and has no fear whatsoever. Climbs on everything at the Little Gym and just loves exploring the big world!
-Is becoming very independent when it comes to feeding. Wants to use the spoon by himself and does not want Mommy's help at all. Had fun eating chocolate pudding the other day; it was everywhere!
-Could play with rocks for hours.
-Has been fighting a couple colds these past couple weeks and is currently struggling to get over a terrible cough.
-Went out to eat with just Mommy the other night. Daddy was gone for a game, so Mom and son went out for supper for a dinner date.
-Loves hanging out with Spencer, while Mommy and Daddy get some quality kid free time.
Mommy @ 4 months pregnant with NBC:
-Can feel little movements, they're few and far between, but the feeling is amazing.
-Finally look pregnant. We'd been gone for a couple weeks from Little Gym and when we came back one of the other Mommy's came up to me and said, "So you leave for 2 weeks and then come back pregnant?!" It made me smile instantly inside and outside!
-Finally starting to feel somewhat normal. It took about 16 weeks with Jr, so I had a feeling it would take about the same with this one and it did. I still get nauseated a lil in the mornings and evenings, but nothing like before.
-I'm also getting my energy back and only take a nap if I know it could be a long day.
-NBC has moved onto my left sciatic nerve, which results in Mommy getting very uncomfortable if I sit in one position too long. The worse time is at night when I've been sleeping and then get up to go the bathroom, I look like an old woman trying to walk.
-Jr has noticed that Mommy has a growing belly and loves to give Mommy's belly a kiss (we always tell him that there's a baby inside of there, probably thinks we're crazy).
Here's a quick little update on the major pregnancy points:
How far along? 16 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: about 3 lbs (all in the belly)
Maternity clothes? Yep. Still wearing my regular jeans, but usually just wear comfy shirts (some loose, some tight fitting) and workout/yoga pants.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Up a couple times during the night to go the bathroom and trying to get comfy with my left backside hurting. Sometimes take a nap during the day, but not always.
Best moment this week: Feeling little movements and starting to feel somewhat normal again (not so tired and nauseated).
Movement: Here and there and very faint. They're should be lots of movements these next couple weeks, as the baby is about to hit a growth spurt.
Food cravings: Not really. It was Doritos and pizza for a couple days, but nothing thus far. Food just doesn't sound good, so I just eat enough to get bye right now.
Gender: Will be a surprise! We've finally decided we're going to wait till his/her birthday to find out if Jr will have a little brother/sister!
Labor Signs: Nope.
Belly Button in or out? In.
What I miss: Being able to walk up the stairs and not get winded. I've been able to start working out consistently, but still get winded carrying the kiddo up 3 flights of stairs. It's hard to carry him with my growing belly.
What I am looking forward to: My appointment on Tuesday! I can't wait to hear the baby's heartbeat and get the "Everything is going great!," from the Dr. I also get to set up our big ultrasound appointment! And of course I can't wait to start feeling lots of movement soon!
Weekly Wisdom: Keep moving and enjoy a growing toddler and belly. Take vits at night in hopes that it doesn't upset my stomach.
Milestones: Finally feeling good and feeling some lil flutters! Looking Pregnant!
A couple pics from this past month:
"With all this going for us, my dear, dear friends, stand your ground. And don't hold back. Throw yourselves into the work of the Master, confident that nothing you do for him is a waste of time or effort."- 1 Corinthians 15:58 The Message
