Thinkin Blue, Feeling Green

Well, things are very different this time around. I didn't realize how early this would be recognizable! I am thinking boy, but could just be having a different pregnancy than the first so far.

With Julia morning sickness was full fledged at 6 weeks- including throwing up 5-10 times a day and it was EVERY day. This time (7 weeks today if dating is correct) I definitely have nausea, but not nearly as badly as with Julia, haven't thrown up and it is on and off. I was pretty worried on Saturday when all symptoms disappeared as this never happened with Julia, and just having that general underlying fear of m/c. Well, did I ever get a bout of reassurance that same night, and then not so bad Sunday- AWFUL today. I am 1000 x more emotional this time around, and find myself ridiculously weepy and upset over strange things. I hate feeling vulnerable to commercials- who cries watching that crap?! Also lots of cramping this time. I was worried but my midwife assured me it is normal with second, third, etc pregnancies as stretching happens faster. I already have round ligament pains as well when sneezing or rolling over in bed. I have a feeling I'm not going to sleep well with this pregnancy...here's to hoping.

Jon has been more than amazing. He has been working, coming home to do lots of mommy-duty type jobs, daddy-duty, bed-duty and staying up later than usual with me trying to help with the nausea..not to mention the runs out to the grocery store when I feel like eating/drinking something. I love him so much, and he really does pull through when he's needed. Can't complain about the foot massages either. The nice thing is I am growing his child and that is a pretty good return of favour I would say!

Julia is still sensitive, she needs lots of hugs and cuddles which works out with my sore tummy. I hope she starts coming out of this little rut, lots of tears lately. Romney took her to the park today so I could get a little nap in. It worked out great and she napped for 4 hours when she got back. Hope she isn't getting sick!

I am really looking forward to my ultrasound next week. It will be nice to see a heartbeat, and I have a feeling that will ease most of the anxiety. Until then we are just keeping fingers crossed and glad there are strong signs- although they are quite uncomfortable.