Oh Yes I Did...

Yes, yes, it is true.  I am a sucker for gimmicks. 

Here is a prime example: The Intelligender Test. 

This test is supposed to determine the gender of your baby as early as 6 weeks prego. Basically, you are supposed to pee in this little cup that has mystery crystals in it.  Then, you leave the cup undisturbed for 5 minutes.  If the liquid turns green it is a BOY and if it turns yellow, it is a GIRL. Riiiiiiight.  I cannot lie, I was warned about this sham by Danielle.  But, I had to see for myself!  Well, as you can see, the results are somewhat inconclusive! When compared to the green band, the liquid looks a little green and when compared to the yellow band, it looks yellow.  In the end, we decided that it looked more yellow than green.

Soooo, are we having another GIRL???  Stay tuned...

Best Foot Forward

Ahhhh....I love you, second trimester!  I am feeling GREAT!  It is like someone turned on the energy light switch.  I am not sickly or nearly as sleepy as I was a few weeks ago.

On Tuesday, I had my usual big workout at BootCamp class.  Unfortunately, I pulled an abdominal muscle and it left me hunched over in pain for the last two days.  Miraculously, I woke up this morning feeling AMAZING!!!  So, I decided to brave a neighborhood run.  With Chris shaking his finger and giving me the heart rate speech, I bounded out the door.  Britney and Beyonce blaring in my ear, I was able to cruise for about two miles.  I could have gone a bit longer, but Chris's fatherly voice kept ringing through my mind. I settled on the two miles and walked the rest.  Not too bad for a girl who is 3 months pregnant!

I See the Light!

Last Monday we had our second appointment to check on the little peanut.  We go every four weeks.  It is nice to connect with the doctor and hear the baby's heartbeat.  It is those reassurances that get you through the next four weeks of uncertainty.  Funny, even when you have done this before, it feels totally brand new again.  We have forgotten everything!

The baby's heart rate was strong and the doctor indicated how great of a sign this was. I got some silly questions answered like: Can I use Crest Whitestrips? (YES)  Can I continue my bootcamp class?  (YES, just moderate a bit)  Can I sleep on my back? (YES, until about the 6th month)  Ahhhh....I love reassurances.

Almost all of the nausea has subsided.  I am still very tired.  Could it be because I am chasing a 2 year old?  But, the fact that I am feeling better is awesome.  I can finally see the light at the end of the First Trimester tunnel!!! Wonderful!  Only 28 more weeks to go! :)

Our next appointment is at the end of October!  So Much Love!!!