then vs. now

I am a walking example that no two pregnancies are the same. Here's my list of then vs. now.

Then: My belly popped at 12ish weeks and was still convincing people that I was really preggers at 20 weeks.

Now: My belly popped so early it made me take a preg. test. Seriously, at 14 weeks I look like I did at 20 weeks.

Then: Morning sickness was sporadic, usually about once a week would I really get sick but ate everything in sight.

Now: Morning sickness has been quite regular, mostly in the morning but usually 3 to 4 times each week. Appetite is usually what I can stomach at that given moment.

Then: Sciatic nerve pain didn't kick in until after 30 weeks.

Now: Sciatic nerve pain has arrived and gosh is hurts so much already.

Then: I had the pregnancy glow with nice fresh skin.

Now: Pregnancy has left me looking like a 14 year old boy. You won't be getting belly shots with my head included. HA HA HA

Then: I just HAD to wear maternity clothes as early as possible.

Now: Pfft. Maternity clothes can wait. I'm stretching the limits on my regular clothes and bought the Bella Band to help out with my pants. Even though I'm huge I'm not ready to sport the maternity duds just yet.

Then: I had some bleeding early on but it all stopped by 9 weeks.

Now. Still having bleeding spells at 14 weeks. Thankfully my doctor has found the cause to be a slight cervical infection and with antibiotics, it'll clear up and I shouldn't have any more bleeding/spotting.

I know there will be more comparisons to come as I progress. I'm just so happy to be here and growing a baby. I really loved being pregnant the first time and despite the unpleasant symptoms so far, I'm enjoying it again.

And in case you really wanted to see the bloat, I mean baby bump...