Another happy Monday, friends!
It’s especially happy for me, because I have today off from work. Yay!
(Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King Jr. 
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If you think I look tired in the above picture, that’s because … I am.
But we’ll get to that in a sec!
What is baby Addison doing this week?
According to this website, “She weighs nearly three pounds now and measures about 17 inches. Though she’s getting pretty close to her birth length, she still has to chub out a bit. In fact, over the next 11 weeks, she’ll more than double — or even come close to tripling — her weight. And as she grows and the room in your womb gets tighter, you’ll be less likely to feel those big kicks and more likely to get poked by an elbow or jabbed by a knee.”
Symptoms/Physical Changes:
- Dry eyes. I’ve been wearing my glasses a lot recently, because my contacts are driving me crazy!
- Low energy levels, just since Thursday.
Sleep:
- Same as usual. I wake up frequently throughout the night, but I’m able to fall back asleep. I’m finally starting to find it uncomfortable to lay on my back, so I usually recognize that I’m on my back quickly and switch to my side.
Movement:
- Lots of movement, especially in the early morning or when I go to bed. She makes me laugh all of the time, especially when I can see her moving around in there.
Cravings/Foods I’m loving:
- Still cereal and milk. I think my body must be craving the calcium, or something.
Activity Level:
- I managed to work out three times last week. I went to the gym twice and did a mixture of walking on the treadmill, going on the elliptical, and lifting weights. I also did a mini-workout at home, which included going up and down the stairs many times, push-ups, and squats.
Events:
The less-happy events:
- I went to the doctor on Thursday for my glucose test. I also asked them to run a few other test, as part of a wellness check for my health insurance. Because of the extra tests, I ended up having to fast that morning … which is never good for me, especially when I’m pregnant. Then I had my blood drawn twice: once before I drank the glucose drink and once after.
By the end of that appointment, I was a hot mess. I don’t know what happened … it was almost an out-of-body experience. All I know is that I ended up sitting in a plastic chair, eating crackers and crying like a baby.
Obviously, this girl needs her food. 
- The next day, they ended up drawing my blood again, prior to giving me a Rhogam shot (something to do with my blood type, because I’m O-negative). By the end of that appointment, I felt horrible … exhausted, emotional, and just plain cranky.
- I later found out that my glucose test came back fine, but that I have low iron. So I’m now starting to take an additional iron supplement in addition to my prenatal vitamins. I’m thinking that my low iron, combined with getting blood drawn three times, contributed to my complete lack of energy over the last few days. I’m crossing my fingers that the supplements will help get me back on track! 
The happy events:
- Addie’s room is really starting to come together! I found a mirror at an antique shop that I love, a cute lamp at Hobby Lobby (who doesn’t love their 40% off coupons?!), and we found a chandelier that I think is going to work. I also ordered a rug online. I swear pictures will be coming soon … I just want to get the majority of the room finished before I share pics!
- Despite being fatigued, I really am so happy and just feeling incredibly blessed. I cannot wait to meet our little girl!
Question for ya …
What did you do this weekend?
Who else MUST have breakfast in the mornings, or else they turn into ravage beasts?
(Raises hand.)
Anyone else watching The Bachelor?? Thoughts?
I like the girl from DC … I think her name is Leslie? She seems … normal.
Ayayay! I’m sorry to hear about that doctors visit, but I know exactly how you feel with the whole “fasting” thing. Whenever I have to get my blood drawn, I need to make the EARLIEST possible appointment or else I go bizzerk on everyone! haha
Brittany @ Itty Bits of Balance recently posted..Things That Make Me Smile
I’ve dealt with low iron and it is not fun. Low, low energy or almost no energy!
Yes, watching The Bachelor. The hot messes are starting to go.
Nicole recently posted..Vitacost Sale
You are looking absolutely gorgeous girl! A glowing momma-to-be!
I am obsessed with nurseries and can’t wait to see what yours looks like! Any nursery with a chandelier sounds good to me! To answer your question-yes about the Bachelor! I love that show and follow it ever week. I like Leslie from DC too and also really like Des a lot. She is super cute and seems so down-to-earth!
Oh yes, I forgot about Des! I like her, too!
Yes a lot of woman get anemic while prego I’ve heard, but it’s no biggie. You’ll be back on track in no time
And I cant wait to see how your nursery turns out for Addie!!
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I feel ya with the tiredness and fatigue! It isn’t QUITE as bad as the 1st tri, but I’m definitely not as energetic as the 2nd tri. Our babes must be growing in overdrive!
And yes, I absolutely NEED my breakfast! When they drew blood for my glucose test, I got pretty dizzy too and had to lay down for a few minutes, and then I was tired for the rest of the day. You’re looking as cute as ever! Enjoy your day off! xoxo
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I was going to text ya back last night, but I was exhausted and I figured you’d see the post this morning and get your question answered haha. But I do plan to email you in a bit … needing some prayers! Thanks, girl!
Hope your energy comes back soon! And Yes, i’m watching the Bachelor – I like the girl from DC, too. =)
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sometimes between breakfast and lunch I want to just curl up in a ball and cry and just hide under the covers…so yes I totally know how you feel. HA!
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Girl, those tests are awful.. I threw up in their garbage can as they were testing me. I couldn’t hold it in anymore. Awful awful! I was rh negative too. It ended up being no big deal!
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I am so sorry to hear about your less than stellar dr. appointment visit, but it’s wonderful to hear that for the most part all of your tests came back normal!
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My Mom used to say when I was younger “Don’t talk to Lauren until she has had her cereal”. Apparently I gave the stink eye a lot as a child if food was not supplied.
Lauren recently posted..Loving The Memories
Hahaha I’ve always been that way, too. Don’t separate me from my food!
I am watching the Bachelor, and I like Leslie too. I also like Ashlee, at least I think that’s her name–the one he took to the amusement park. Tierra needs to go haha
I liked Ashlee, too!
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