the curse of smell (and the blessing)

The most common question any woman gets when pregnant is, "How are you feeling?" I always hated that question when pregnant with David. Not only did I feel fine the entire time (except swollen ankles at end), I ran out of creative ways to tell people that nothing had changed-- I still was pregnant and no, I was not feeling bad at all.

On that note, both for my record for the future and to answer the age-old question...

I had an ultrasound and saw the heartbeat at 7 weeks. It was still so hard to imagine that God had answered our prayers. It seemed even less real in some ways since I felt not a bit pregnant and maintained the same weight etc... Then 7 weeks 1 day hit.

I still have nothing to complain about! I have asked for many prayers for strength though. Last time around, I was mainly just more tired than usual at night--beginning as early as 7:00 pm. All at once at 7 weeks 1 day, I found myself winded all the time: carrying David upstairs, lifting him onto his changing table, or even more, fighting him into diaper or clothes. I started eating a bit more and feel a bit better now but still exhausted ALL the time! Perhaps it is as much keeping up with a very active toddler too??? :)

And the smells? Not one minute of nausea with pregnancy #1. This time, I can smell any and everything--and it all smells so strong! I feel a tiny bit nauseous opening the fridge every time I get out David's milk...multiple times a day. (Michael says it does not smell). The smell of dinner, wet wipes (especially at the FLC), air fresheners--it all makes me a bit nauseous since it is so strong. I really know it could be far worse because it is only a mild nausea throughout some times of the day--morning and early evening seem worst. But definitely different than when pregnant with David!

I do crave the same spicy food though! The spicier the better... Other similar things: frequent trips to the bathroom all night (and day) and the tingling in my fingers when I sleep. I have been awoken many nights because my hands have fallen completely asleep too.

So in response to "How are you feeling?", I have felt better but am so blessed to have this little one growing--causing the exhaustion and heightened sense of smell!