My First Belly Pic - 8wks 4 days

Well, I've finally decided to take a picture of my growing belly.  This was taken yesterday at 8 weeks 4 days, still showing some bloat but not the extreme that i was seeing. 

Hubby and I had one of the best weekends we've had in a while.  Friday night we went and visited Ryan's brother and sister in law and their 2 boys.  It was great to see them, Liam is our newest nephew he's 3 months old already and growing like a weed.  The rest of the weekend we just relaxed and enjoyed each others company.  The only time we ventured out of the house was Saturday to go get Rylie some puppy food and to visit the dog park and yesterday to take her for a walk.  Yes our fur babies are very spoiled.  I will have to post pictures of them soon.  We have Rylie who  will be 2 in May, she's a Golden Retriever.  Then there is Lexus, who is our little princess.  She's a Persian cat and will be 5 in April.  It'll be interesting to see how they adapt to a new baby in the house. 

8 weeks

How far along? 8Weeks
Weight gain/loss: My weight has been fluctuating like crazy.  I've gained between 2 -3 pds so far I think.
Maternity clothes? Hopefully not for a very long time yet ;)
Stretch marks? too early
Sleep? I haven't had any trouble sleeping so far.  I'm usually ready for bed by 8pm, just exhausted in the evenings.
Best moment this week? My husband trying to convince me that it is ok to gain weight and to stop obsessing about the scale.  He's always said that pregnant women are not attractive.  So i was a little worried, but last night he told me that i was his pregnant lady and he would always find me attractive! aww love him.
Symptoms: Bloat has been crazy this week.  One lady from work actually thought i was showing already.  I've also had some heartburn and have been burping a lot this week.  Burping has been something that i've never done much of so this is very new to me.
Food cravings: actually haven't had any real cravings this week.  I've just been super hungry.
Gender: We have another 12 weeks till we will find out.  Hubby thinks boy, my niece Aubree and mother think girl.  I really do not know :)  
Belly button in or out? In hasn't changed yet.
Movement? not yet
What I miss? cold lunch meat.  It's just not the same warmed up.
What I'm looking forward to: Hearing this little ones heartbeat on February 22nd!!  25 days away.
Milestones: Hitting 8 weeks on Wednesday.  I actually finally feel like things are progressing.  Only 4 more weeks till 2nd Tri!

Welcome to my life~

Hey all, my name is Bridget and i just turned 28(1/24).  I am a very happily married women, to an amazing man named Ryan who just turned 31 (1/4).  We have been together 4 years and were just married July 24, 2010.  We are expecting our first baby in early September, EDD September 7, 2011.  We couldn't be more excited.  Our baby is 8 weeks and 2 days along today and i am amazed at how much love i already have for this little life.  Let this mark the beginning of my official journey through life, pregnancy and motherhood.