Nuchal Translucency Screening

The doctor's office called me on Monday and the results are in! 1:10,000 chance for down syndrome and 1:10,000 chance for trisomy 18. I think this means baby is looking pretty healthy!

I'll go in for a follow up blood draw in a few weeks to receive detailed and conclusive results. So far, so good... :-)

Hot Dog!

Ever since I learned I can no longer indulge in hot dogs, sausages and bacon, I've been devastated. I knew finding the "mommy-to-be" version was going to be a battle. Over the weekend, I had a taste for hot dogs and knew I had to have some since my mission to find some at Whole Foods went bad several days earlier.

My sister and I were at Target (our usually sisterly bonding time is spent here) and what did I find?! I was the happiest girl at this point and they are delicious! The Vlasic pickles were only ehh. I'll have to remember that when I run out and need to buy more. Their pickle juice tastes weird.

By the way, baby is 14 weeks along now. Happy 2nd trimester! So glad our chances for miscarriage is very slim now. Can't wait for baby to continue growing and hope to meet you soon!

Hubby came home late last night from his boy's trip to Vegas - couldn't be happier. Looking forward to having him home with me again. I didn't think I'd miss him so badly since I was able to hold up for 3 months, but nope!

'Sex Party' to reveal baby's gender!

Click to read: MSNBC Article: It’s a party! ‘Sex parties’ reveal baby’s gender

What a fun idea and you can eat cake?!

Hubby

...And hubby is off to Vegas for a Bachelor Party. Guess that means party time for me and baby! ;-)

Oh, and here are some cute wooden mobiles I would love for inspiration for baby's room from The Modern Baby Co. $40 is kind of expensive though, I'm sure I could find something similar on Etsy for cheaper.

Baby Nursery Inspiration

Ikea Somnat Crib

Ikea Anes

Ikea Brimness

Ikea Mandal Dresser

Vinnie Craddle Chair (Eames Knock-off)

Mid-century Rocker Chair - Robin's Egg or Peridot

13 weeks, 1 day

Eva, my sister-in-law when we visited Austin over the weekend.

Wow, it's been too long since my update! John and I just returned from Austin last week to visit his parents (our first visit since baby's announcement). It was so nice to see them and spend some time with them which never happens as often as we'd like. I'm looking forward to going back in a little over a month for ACL Fest!

I had my 12 week visit recently and got to hear baby's heartbeat. I was bummed to not see any imaging equipment, but the heartbeat satisfied me... To know baby is doing well considering I'm having minimal signs of pregnancy symptoms. It's nice to have the reassurance that baby is still hanging out in my tummy. I'm scheduled for an appointment on Wednesday to conduct the Nuchal Translucency testing for Down Syndrome. My fingers are crossed for the best results... and some hope to find out baby's gender (or have a good idea anyways).

John received a promotion a week and a half ago, but we had to keep it under wraps. I am so proud and happy for him! He has worked so hard over the last few years to get himself to this kind of role. I can see him being happy with his company for years to come - with God's guidance and blessings of course.

The first weekend of August, I traveled with my girl friends to Las Vegas to celebrate Eva's Bachelorette Party. What a great time and a much needed break from reality! I'm surprised I had as much energy as I did and the ladies were so kind to take good care of me. Lots of great memories, good food, and best of all - great company! Can't wait to see Eva and Cal walk down the aisle... just a few more months. And a day later... John and I will celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary and 6 year dating anniversary.

Time for me and baby to get some sleep. I'm wishing for good news soon, so I can update again. Good night and sweet dreams!

13 weeks, 1 day

Up close shot of the belly - still not hard yet.

10 weeks, 4 days - Still feeling good!

Preggo at 10 weeks, 4 days.