Hey everyone, im just so excited, i have to share . I had missed my last Dr. appt, so I hadn't gotten to listen to the heartbeat yet. Well, today I finally did. I am in my 16th week and the heartbeat is nice and strong. The DR basically found the heartbeat as soon as she touched the wand to my belly, which was awesome. Also, since ive been doing low-ish carbs, (veggies, some fruit, lots of lean protiens and healthy fats) I had only gained 5 lbs since my last appt. 8 weeks ago, and that appt weight was early morning, today was late afternoon, so its probably actually only 2-3lbs gain so far. My Dr was happy to see that, since im overweight I dont need to be gaining much, especially not yet. She did encourage me to stay active and think about exercising more........i probably should do that.

So, to celebrate, I hit up the fresh produce from the local grocery, and am treating myself to some truly luscious fruit- cherries, pineapple, peaches and grapes! I figure, I will treat myself to some of the higher carb fruits after my Dr. appts, its better than mcdonalds at least, and will probably help my digestive track more than a burger also. And ya know how it is, after weeks and months of lower carb eating (no sugar and I dont use much splenda at all), wow, this fruit is SWEET!!! Much sweeter than apples, oranges and bananas. It really does taste better than candy.

Okay, I guess im rambling now, lol, i'm just so happy its all bubbling over,

awww you sound so happy you are making me bubble over too lol. congratulations on your pregnancy, it's such a wonderful magical time, enjoy every second of it.
Caroline xx