And it's a........

BOY!!!

We had our anatomy scan, well a couple weeks ago now.  Between work and vacation, I haven't been the greatest at updating what's going on.  The scan went better than expected, as my appointment was just a smidge early at 18.4 weeks.  The tech was able to see all the parts she needed to, and everything was in perfect working order.  We looked at Baby's heart, brain, spine, internal organs, blood flow, cord, placenta, and a few others I'm sure I'm forgetting.  Then we had the "fun shots" where we got to see hands and feet, and a little face.  And of, course, that all important "It's a Boy!" shot. 

I'm still not feeling this kiddo move as much as I like.  He is moving for me, and it's getting stronger by the day.  But that dang anterior placenta is really hampering my ability to feel him.  I've had anterior placentas before, but this one must be in just the "right" spot. 

I'm done with all the first trimester symptoms, though some days I still find that I'm really tired.  Those days, I just tell myself that he is growing.  My heartburn is pretty well under control- as long as I remember to take my meds, and my appetite is back to normal.  My itching is getting bad again, similar to when I was pregnant with Mia.  I don't really like a lot of fabrics- or anything- close to my skin.  So I've really appreciated being able to wear a lot of loose dresses and skirts this summer.  There have been many times in the last few weeks where I have wished I could wear them to work, too!  I've been enjoying Eggo waffles for breakfast almost every morning- a food I never eat when I'm not pregnant, and I'm starting to crave red meat again.  In past pregnancies, this has been a sign of anemia in me, so I'll have to have that checked out at my next appointment. 

I can't believe we're halfway through this pregnancy!!! 

Here is the profile pic the tech got at the anatomy scan.  It's a little blurry, but kiddo was very active too.