{9 weeks}

We had our 9 week appointment a few days early on Monday (at 8 weeks 5 days). This was our last appointment with the specialist. We had our 2nd ultrasound and our little peanut actually looks more like a baby now!!! It was so wonderful to see the little one again and see the heart beating (at a steady rate of 166 bpm). The Dr. said the growth rate is right on track and we even got to see a little bit of movement!! He also helped ease some of our anxieties by explaining 'how' we got pregnant (via IVF) will not create any complications or risks throughout the pregnancy and he expects everything to be perfectly normal. He officially released us from his care and I will see my OB for the first time on Wednesday at 10 weeks :)

{6 week update}

How far along: 6 weeks 2 days
Total Weight Gain: 1-2 lbs (or none, depending on the day/time)
How much does baby weigh: ?? He/she is the size of a 'pea' according to my last email
Maternity Clothes: Not yet..but having trouble finding comfy pants with all this bloat :(
Stretch Marks: nope..
Sleep: tired ALL THE TIME and I've been having crazy, vivid dreams every night..so I never feel rested when I wake up
Best moment this week: spent the day with my dad yesterday going out to lunch, then picking blueberries!!
Food Cravings: CARBS!!! That's about the only thing that always sounds good :)
Belly button in or out: in :)
What I miss: Chai/Coffee, my pants actually fitting!!
What I'm looking forward to: First U/S and Heartbeat check on Tuesday!!
Milestone: STILL pregnant!! I'm still in shock :)
Thoughts: Things are slowly starting to sink in. I'm still finding it hard to believe that after all this time I am actually pregnant!! I am so excited and can't wait for my belly bump to appear!!