Keeping it a Surprise!

I went to complete the 2nd part of my bloodwork and should get my final results for the NT scan in a week.

Over the weekend, John and I went to go look at baby furniture (a huge step for him!) at Target and Babies R Us. We're not planning on purchasing anytime soon, but it's nice to do some homework. We've also decided that we will hold off on finding out baby's gender since we've made it this far (and still don't know). What's a few more weeks? We're excited to find out at baby's delivery!

Pics from Nuchal Translucency, Week 13

Our next monthly appointment is this Friday. According to my BabyCenter.com update, we have a shot at finding out baby's gender this week if we have a sonogram. Let's see what happens!

Enjoy the pics below from our recent NT screening. 

Side profile of baby. Fingers are all there. :)

Baby V waving "hi mom and dad!"

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