Clearwater Beach

 


Adam, Addison and I took a family vacation to Florida the end of May to celebrate lots of things this year.  Adam and I turn the big 3-0, Addison's 2nd birthday, our 5 year wedding anniversary in September and the upcoming arrival of baby #2.
We wanted to travel in May before Addy turned 2- so that she could still be a lap child on the plane and so that I was still able to enjoy the trip before getting too pregnant.
I would say we had an amazing time together, and I can't wait for more family vacations together.
We stayed at a really nice condo that we were able to each have our own bedroom, a kitchen to cook in, and plenty of room for a toddler to run around in.
The beach was right across the street, and the board walk was full of great family friendly restaurants, and even a park. The water was so warm at the beach- about 85 degrees, we really enjoyed ourselves. The beach is a perfect family vacation- the kids get to play and the adults get to sit and relax. Win Win.

We also went to Busch Gardens in Tampa for the day - spent 9hrs there enjoying all the fun activities: Sesame Street of Fun, the animals, the kid rides, and the food. We got the all day dining package- and it was totally worth it. I think we would have spent $50 in water that day because it was so hot- and $20 for each Adam and I wasn't bad.

 

 



 
 We also spent some time in the pool...and I love these "puddle jumpers"  - it's like the arm "floaties" we used to have, but better. Addison loved practicing her swimming skills in the water, and jumping in.
We also saw dolphins swimming right up next to the pool in the bay next to our condo. Very Cool. Addy was very excited, as you can imagine.

Hard to believe our next big family vacation will be as a family of 4!!

Addison's going to be a BIG SISTER!

Face and body

Spine

Well...I guess we've waited long enough to make an official announcement...

Addison is going to be a BIG SISTER in October!!

We couldn't be more excited, and blessed to soon be a family of 4.

How far along are you? 20 weeks according to the ultrasound..21 weeks LNMP. Like Addison's pregnancy, things were a little "off" with timing.

When did you find out? Valentines Day, Feb. 14th

How did you tell Adam? Addison gave him a valentine that said, "I'm going to be a BIG Sister"

Does Addison know? She knows there's a baby in Mommy's belly...but who knows how she will react when this baby comes to live at her house. :)

How have you been feeling? The first trimester was rough. A little nausea, and of course fatigue. But, had several scares requiring 5 ultrasounds - biweekly for the first 11 weeks. Basically, had small holes in the placenta causing bleeding...that healed with the assist of progesterone and little activity. (ha...with an almost 2year old and being a PT...how are you supposed to "be 50% of your activity level) Glad that I got the clearance at 12 weeks to resume normal activity and exercise...and as of 14 weeks really started to feel so much better.

Have you felt the baby move yet? Yes...early actually. 13.5 weeks I felt the first flutters which is REALLY early...I know. But, as my doctor said...you know what they feel like already, so you're more aware. Now, the baby is moving more and more...with little punches, kicks and rolls. How sweet that feeling is...and so reassuring.

Are you going to find out the sex? No. We didn't with Addison either...and I must say that was the most exciting moment of my life. As we say, why find out what a gift is before you open it!? We had our big ultrasound on June 13th....and everything is "just perfect".

What is your official due date? Oct. 29th...but I figure anytime after the 20th since the dates are "off" again.

Our Family reveal 3/4/12: 6 weeks

3/18/12- 8 weeks

4/15/12: 12 weeks

4/29/12: 14 weeks

Mothers Day: 5/13/12 - 16 weeks

5/28/12 - 18 weeks in Clearwater Beach