Hello third trimester!

As a prego, I've found that my life takes place in weeks.  A friend mentioned her upcoming birthday the other day, my first thought, "I'll be 29 weeks then!"  So needless to say, I celebrate these pregnancy milestones like there is no tomorrow. This pregnancy growing our little man has been going fast, Addie is the best distraction that a mom could ask for.

In the past week or two I've been able to start chewing gum again, having a black cup of coffee and brushing my teeth without gagging.  However, I can't cut my toenails without having to pee and my only running route has a Super America smack-dab in the middle for an "emptying session".  

I've been feeling movements since 15 weeks along and Bryan was able to shortly after that. Now little man's movements have crossed over from flutters to full out kicks.  It's a hoot to watch little appendages bulge out of this belly.

Though I'm 99% excited about being in the 3rd trimester, today it struck me that Addie's life as an only child is coming to a rapid end.  The emotional mess that I am, the thought of it brings me to tears. Though I'm sure she will love having a little brother it will be a big adjustment from the way things are now.

*Wrote this post a couple of weeks ago, that little bump is about twice as big today!

3 Adults & A Baby

Do you remember this comedy from the 80's?

Our household isn't quite as entertaining or hectic, but we did expand by one grown man this past winter. I can't believe it has taken me this long to mention it! My "little" brother Chris has been occupying the guest suite since late December.  He and Addie didn't get to see much of each other in the first 10 months of her life but they are making up for lost time.  Uncle Chris takes command of the Pearson house on Thursday's, when I'm sure him, Addie and Mia party the afternoon away.  This past week he even mentioned he'd be up for taking on a newborn and 18 month old come August...pretty ambitious, no?

We are thrilled that Addie is surrounded by so much family that loves her and after seeing them interact it is easy to see how much she loves her Uncle Chris. Bryan is enjoying having some additional testosterone in the house and Mia has come to enjoy the extra crumbs under the table.  We love having Uncle Chris just a staircase away and we can't wait to put those big muscles to work in the backyard this summer!  Just kidding :)  Kind of.

 I get sent these precious picture updates, so fun!

Our Walkin' Talkin' Toddler

Our sweet baby girl growing girl deserves an update. Much has changed around the house in the past couple of months, our "step-taker" has turned into a runner and a climber. Nothing is safe anymore! Our idea of baby proofing is to wait and decorate the house (waist down) after all of our children are ages 3+. So things may look a little bare/simple, but one gate on the stairs and we are good-to-go.

The talking I mentioned in the title is more of a babble.  But let me tell you, this little girl has a lot to say.  I only wish we could understand!  Lately I've noticed her watching my lips when I'm talking, then she will try to share on her own.  Its absolutely adorable.  At one point we though she was saying "mama" and "dada" but we haven't heard those consistently for a while so maybe it was just a fluke.

Addie has been enjoying the zoo (a birthday gift), loves her playhouse (especially shutting Mia in it, muahahaha!), is consistently slurping her bathwater and creates a game out of shutting herself in various rooms in the house.  If a bathroom door is left open, you are guaranteed to find Addie splashing around i the toilet.  And though our girl has always been a good eater, she has established her preferences..meat and veggies not being part of them.

 As I'm sure if common with most kids her age, Addie is obsessed with electronics. When she gets her hands on a phone or the ipad - they are deemed hers until bed or bottle time. 

 Fun times at the zoo!  We've already been able to put our pass to use some and are looking forward to many more zoo trips, especially when it is nice enough to explore the outdoor portion.

 Besties from the beginning. Mia loves Addie because Mia now gets fed 5+ times a day. Addie loves Mia because she is fun to terrorize.

 We've been gifted an assortment of little chairs. The one above was made by Addie's great-grandpa Neubauer. A little rocking chair and cushy pink chair are also spread around the house and Addie loves it. Though she is usually good about sitting in her chairs, every once in a while I find her standing, jumping, or attempting to climb over the back of them..yikes!

 The famous playhouse, complete with an operating doorbell. This was a birthday gift from Addie's grandpa & grandma Bock. You can hear that door swinging open and slamming closed hundreds of times a day. Addie loves to open and close the shutters and is very welcoming to all who stop by her little abode.  And yes, this masterpiece is currently occupying our front living room..another reason that mom is really looking forward to the spring!

 A couple of weeks ago we had family reunion, complete with lots of pool time. Though Addie wasn't a fan of the water at first, she ended up loving it. We did lots of swimming. And when we weren't swimming, Addie get her parents/grandparents/every adult there a workout by constantly running towards the pool while laughing.  What a goofball.

 As our sweet little girl gets bigger, it is so fun to see her interact with other kids.  Though she isn't sure what to think of babies (she will have to get used to that soon!) any child that is moving or talking, Addie following around and chats with.  The zoo is particularly hilarious as she is much more interested in the other kids than the animals :)

Well, there is a quick update on our little lady!   I've got tons of videos and intentions for a birthday bash post - so stay tuned! 

Woah, We're Halfway There!

Bon Jovi has been on repeat this week, I can't help be think it is my soundtrack song of the week. When pregnancy lasts almost a year it seems really important to celebrate the landmarks along the way. ...and its a good excuse to splurge on Starbucks.

In many ways this pregnancy has seemed to fly by. The symptoms have been really similar to how they were with Addie, lots of nausea at the beginning but it has now subsided for the most part. In our first pregnancy I remember feeling the "gush" of energy in the 2nd trimester and I'm still patiently waiting for that this time around.   Of course I don't know whether the lack of energy is due to the pregnancy or chasing around a toddler.

Our ultrasound is next Monday, we can't find out if this is another sweet baby girl or a little man. Though Bryan is itching for another male around the house, I have the feeling Addie is going to have a sister. We will soon find out!

Pic in the nursery-to-be!

Baby Pearson 2.0

Yup, you read that read.  We've got a baby on the way!  

Addie will be a big sister this summer, August 1st for a ballpark date.  Though if this little guy or gal is anything like she was...I'm banking closer to the August 11th/12th for an actual appearance.

We've already gotten to see our little peanut with one ultrasound. They did one right away to make sure that the due date was correct, since the kiddos are so close in age.  Though it was fun to see a little heart beat on the screen, that ultrasound pushed the due date back 11 days.  Just what my sick self wanted to hear :)  Of course we are thrilled regardless and are feeling so incredibly blessed.

Word on the street is that with baby #2, "the bump" makes it's appearance a little sooner.  We definitely didn't beat the odds on that one!  I've got a nice little pouch resting beneath my shirts. No maternity clothes yet but I'm sure they will make their way out of the boxes before too long.  But I'm keeping my chin up since the growing belly means getting further along, which hopefully means getting past the morning sickness stage! All of the mornings, afternoons, and nights kneeling in front of the porcelain throne have me guessing we've got another girl on our hands :)

 Addie is thrilled, of course.

 Though shes not sure how this whole "sharing the attention" thing is going to work...

Thanks for celebrating with us!  We will be back with more soon!
  (I'm embarrassed that I haven't posted a thing about Christmas yet..oops!)

I'm 11 Months!

Last week I turned 11 months old.  My mom can't believe that I'm almost a year already!  I celebrated my 11 month birthday with the stomach flu. It was not fun but I was generous and passed it along to everyone that I came in touch with :)

I still have the same 8 teeth that I've had for a while, which I'm okay with since teeth aren't all that much fun to grow.  I put them to a lot of use with solid foods now but my belly isn't getting much bigger since I like to crawl, climb and walk all over. My hair is getting a little big longer but I still look mostly bald. My goal each day is to wear out both parents, I'm successful 100% of the time. 

Some of my favorite things are my big legos, my books, shaking my head, emptying drawers, climbing stairs, looking out the window, Iphones, eating small pieces of paper and pushing buttons on all things that I shouldn't.  I point at things around me, sometimes I do the gangsta double point and it cracks my parents up. It is so fun to make clicky noises with my tongue!  For a while I was saying, "mama", "dada" and "baba"..but for now I'm sticking with "gaga" and listening to my parents say "mama" and "dada" on repeat.  It is pretty funny :)

A few weeks ago I took my first steps, I usually only go 3 or 4 steps at a time. I'm still a little nervous to go much further and crawling gets me around pretty fast. Balancing isn't a problem, I can stand for hours while shaking things and talking. 

It has been a really fun month, full of spending time with all my grandparents and family.  Christmas was awesome because there was always at least 4 or 5 people staring at me.  I don't quite get the gift opening thing but it is fun to shred one piece of paper into a million pieces..then try to sneak one in my mouth when noone is looking.

Thanks for listening friends, love you!

Addie

Addie celebrating the big 1-0

We had so much fun with Addie in her 10th month. She has become quite the little bundle of energy!  Addie now has 8 teeth, is climbing up stairs, walking running along furniture...and is waking up twice a night.  Yeah, we don't really know what is going on with that last one :)

Our sweet little girl LOVES to play and be with people.  It is sometimes challenging to get her to play by herself for even the shortest amount of time, but we are really enjoying the personable little lady she is becoming.  One habit that Addie has picked up in her 10th month is carrying things in her mouth.  Remind you of someone?  coughMIAcough.  Another funny little thing?  Little Addie drinks her bath water. We pretty much can't keep her mouth off of anything.

 LOVES bathtime

 Not quite ready for the bowl and spoon :)

 

 Meeting baby Emma!

Go Vikes!

There is a peek into our last month. It doesn't begin to express how much fun we having and how much Addie's personality is blossoming.  Love you baby girl!