About Me

I live in Virginia with my boyfriend of almost seven years Adrian. This is our first child and we are both excited about the upcoming birth of our little girl Maiyah LaNese. Although we are expecting, we have no plans of marrying anythime soon. My parents aren't too happy about this, but hey we have to live our own lives. we'll get married when we want to. But anyway, I created this page to make friends and document my pregnancy. I wish I would've found this site from the begining but i'll start at 22 weeks....

My Pregnancy

I Know i'm supposed to feel relaxed and enjoy my pregancy but the truth is, it sucks. Most of the time I feel awful and i can't keep food down. At 22 weeks i put on about 20 pounds. I'm trying to adjust to my new body but i can't help to feel like an alien has taken over my body.

8/27/07

Current Mood: Tired & Pissed

Well today the baby is really active. she's been kicking me all morning making me nauseous. I guess she's not liking the doritos and lemon pound cake i had for breakfast. Anyway, So far i've only gained 15 pounds. I've been losing weight due to morning sickeness. I guess that's a blessing and a curse. The baby doesn't seem to be effecte;her activity level and heart rate are normal and that's all that matters. The only thing that bothers me is the fact that my blood pressue is on the rise. I try not to stress over little things but there is a lot to stress over.

8/16/07

Mood: Tired & Naucious

Today is not a good day. My back is hurting so much and i really don't want to take any medication for it. So here I am stuck at work for another hour and a half. What i really want to do is go home and go to sleep on my heating pad. Today is one of those days that you wish you could just fast forward through... Well tomorrow i have to take the Glucose test and i'm not looking forward to it. I heard the orange drink is disgusting and i'm nervous because i worry i wont be able to drink all the liquid. Well my boss is coming so i have to go.

7/27/07

Mood: Okay, I was nauscious this morning but, now im great.

Today I went to see my doctor. I gained 4 more pounds. I'm happy to hear that, seeing last month I gained 8 pounds. My urine was clear. My blood pressure was a little high though. So I had to lay down for what seemed like eternity and then they checked my blood pressure again. It returned to normal so that's great news. Well I have one more monthly appointment. Then I'll see my Dr every two weeks.

Pregnancy Survey

About You
Name?: Markia
Age?: 23
Height?: 5"3
Pre-pregnancy weight?: 150

About The Father
Name?: Adrian
Age?: 24
Height?: 5"9
Are you still together?: Yes..7 Years Strong

About Your Pregnancy
Is this your first pregnancy?: Yes
When did you find out you were pregnant?: March 28th
Was it planned?: Yes
What was your first reaction?: I laughed
Who was with you when you found out?: No one
Who was the first person you told?: My Boyfriend
How did your parents react?: They were happy
How far along are you?: 5 1/2 weeks
What was your first symptom?: Fatigue
What is your due date?: Nov. 22
Do you know the sex of the baby?: Yes
If so, what is it?: Girl
Have you picked out names?: Yes
If so, what are they?: Maiyah La'Nese Sherman
How much weight have you gained?: 20
Do you have stretch marks?: None on my belly
Have you felt the baby move?: Yes. All of the time. Especially when i'm trying to sleep.
Have you heard the heartbeat?: Yes, 3 times

About the birth
Will you keep the baby?: Of Course
Home or hospital birth?: Hospital
Natural or medicated birth?: Medical...Bring on the drugs
Who will be in the delivery room with you?: My boyfriend, Mom, and Dad
Will you breastfeed?: It depends..
Do you think you'll need a c-section?: No
Will you cry when you hold the baby for the first time?: Probably
What's the first thing you might say to him/her?: So you were the one that was kicking me.
Would you let someone videotape the birth?: If they allow it
Are you excited about the birth, or scared?: Anxious, not scared.

Current Cravings

BBQ Chicken

Coca Cola

Potatoes (fries & baked)