Were having a little BOY!!!

Yesterday we had our much anticipated 4D ultrasound and found out we are having a little boy, and more importantly he looked healthy and strong. We coudn't be more happier and are so thrilled to have a son. It was so amazing to see him moving around in his own little world. What a blessing it is to have that little glimpse inside and to see five fingers and five toes and already looks like an adorable little boy. We have a short 2D/4D video of him just below and we have probably watched it over 100 times already. It's amazing to me to think that we are able to create such miracles and I love knowing that my body provides everything that he needs right now.

I was a little frustrated with the ultrasound tech (I got stuck with the new girl who spoke very little english) She told me at first that, "baby no good spot to 4d" ......HUH?? It was so frustrating trying to communicate with her and I didn't understand why she was saying we couldn't go through with the 4D. Anyway on top of that I kept asking her to bring my husband in but she kept saying Later. I was so mad and should have said more.... but anyway.....She had to get someone in there to help her with a few things because I don't think she really new what she was doing. This other girl also did the 4D part of the ultrasound and was able to get a few good shots of his face and body. I Said to her again can you please go get my husband and finally she brought him in after about 40 minutes of him waiting!!!! She was so frustrating. I asked the other lady if the baby was in a bad position to find out the sex and she said, "I think your having a BOY". He must have spread those legs a little more because a couple seconds later she giggled and said, "YUP your definitely having a boy". LoL Cody felt so proud. Anyway, it was an amazing experience and Im so greatful that everything looks great. His heartbeat was 158 BMP.

We couldn't wait to tell everyone the exciting news and the calls were ringing off the hook. Grandpa Prete was the first person we told that he was having a grandson, and to get those mini golf clubs ready! LoL. Grandpa was so excited he is having a grandson and I think he was secretly hoping for one. Then of course Grandma Prete called and we told her the good news, there was no response on the other side. LoL she had to control her tears. Everyone was so excited!!

We drove straight to Winners and FINALLY did some shopping for this little boy. Then to Grandma and Grandpa Beechers to tell them the exciting news. Grandma Beecher had called while we were still at the ultrasound place, but Cody made her wait until we got there to tell her in person. They are very excited and are now waiting for a Grandaughter and a Grandson within the same year. Cody was so proud yesterday. I loved watching him talk about all these fun things he was going to do and teach our son. He's so excited to have a little boy!

Yesterday was so exciting for us and I feel like Im on cloud nine. I have an amazing husband who I absolutely adore and love with all my heart and we are having a beautiful son together who I already love so much!! .......This is what life is all about. I can't wait for our son to come into this world and start our very own family.

Our little Boy..

Isn't he Beautiful...

HUMS ?? I Have no idea what I am looking at in this photo. (She didn't label anything) Did she mean bums? What do you think?

His little arm and leg

He's so beautiful.....

My Montage 9/28/07

The first 30 seconds are of his little face and then switches to is his little feet kicking me.

First movements :)

YUP, it finally happened. I felt our baby's first movements on September 15th around 8:30 pm at almost 18 weeks pregnant. We were at Grandma and Grandpa's 50th wedding anniversary and I was sitting on the couch listening to everyone talk and I felt this little flutter or somthing on the right side of my stomach. I didn't really think anything of it at first but I waited to see if it happened again and about 5 seconds later, I felt it again. I shouted at everyone that the baby just moved and of course Cody rushes over to try and feel but it's to early for that. Baby moved about 5 or 6 times and It was the neatest experience and so emotional, but we all know me when I'm around others. I don't like to show that kind of emotion so I just held it in but It was definitely one of those "FIRSTS" I will never forget.

It's SO real now, not like it wasn't before but It hasn't really hit me yet that were ACTUALLY having a baby, of course until I felt him/her move!! Now this baby's moving all the time and It is the best feeling in the world. Im so greatful for such a clear sign that this baby is healthy and strong. Some movements are stonger than others and have actually made me jump, I'm just not used to it I guess. Pregnancy has been such an amazing experience so far and I still have so much to look forward to.

The 4D ultrasound has been rescheduled for Friday Sept 28th at 1:20 instead of the monday. I didn't want to wait all weekend. LoL Only 8 more sleeps. CAN'T WAIT

Here ya go everyone...A video of the ACTUAL heartbeat!! LoL And the digital monitor does work.
About 153 bpm and the most beautiful sound in the world.

Second prenatal today ....

So I had my second prenatal visit today and everything looks great. Cody was able to come this time. I had a few concerns with me blacking out and all last week, but she said thats pretty common in pregnancy. I haven't gained any weight since last check up which was five weeks ago. So I have only gained 6 pounds so far in this pregnancy.

We had a pretty good laugh at this visit. As you all know Cody and I have a doppler at home and have listened to the heart beat a few times. Well she pulled out her doppler and started moving it all around and I thought she had found it right away because we heard the beating sound that we were so used to hearing. But then she kept moving it. I was thinking to my self what is she doing, it's right there, but then ......... she found a little different sound. THE HEARTBEAT!! LOL I asked her what that other beating sound was and she said, "oh that's just your "increased" blood flow!!!!!!! LoL Geez we laughed so hard. So all that mushy talk about using the doppler for the first time and laying there together watching Cody listen to his baby's heart beat for the first time......well turns out we were just admiring my "increased" blood flow!!! LoL woo hoo. So today was actually the first time Cody heard our babys heartbeat! I hope you all enjoyed watching the video listening to my blood flow!! LoL ........Hey were not doctors!

Anyway, our next ultrasound is booked for October 1st at 2:10pm !!!! We are crazy excited for this ultrasound where we can FINALLY find out the sex!! I am dyeing to start shopping for this little one!! It will also be a 4D ultrasound where we will have images of his/her little face and video of it moving around. Can't wait for that, I'm already having a hard time sleeping just thinking about it. I will be 20 weeks Sept 30, which means I will be half way there in just a couple weeks!!! I can't beleive how fast this is all going but I'm trying to soak up every minute of it. I still haven't felt baby move but I am only 17 weeks, so I have lots of time yet. I am just so excited to feel some movements! Well I will try and get a video of the ACTUAL heartbeat today and then post it a little later on. Thanks for reading and for all your lovely comments!!

We added my 16 week baby bump today. I didn't notice how much my belly has grown until I saw the 16 week baby bump. We love it!! Everything is still going really well. I go for my second prenatal visit on the 12th. Still waiting to feel baby move and only 3 more weeks until we can find out wether we are having a boy or a girl...CAN'T WAIT!!! Anyway here's a short slide show of the little baby bump so far....

Growing belly...