13 Weeks - Hello 2nd Trimester!

Weight Gain: 8 lbs
Babies Are The Size Of: Length of pea pods
Maternity Clothes: Not yet, but stuff is getting snug!
Stretch Marks: None
Sleep: Still sleeping very sound, but very weird dreams!
Belly Button: In
Feeling: Excited for the 2nd Trimester
Symptoms: Certain smells are really getting to me.
Missing Anything? I'm still going with margaritas! After all I was the margarita queen!
Movement: Little tiny flutters occasionally
Anything Making You Queasy or Sick? Barbecue Sauce, my dog's food, oatmeal
Cravings: Pizza, Spicy Foods and Starburst Jelly Beans
Wedding Rings: On
Big Moments: None too eventful this last week! Just enjoying all of the little moments.
Looking Forward To: Monday's doctor appointment and ultrasound. Can't wait to see the babies again and see how much they've changed in just 4 weeks!
Next Appointment: March 31st

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