Along came baby AND a load of office work! Since my second trimester started, my workload has doubled. I consider it a blessing despite the longer to-do list. The good thing is I’ve mastered going home at just the right time (no more overtime!) and I’ve learned how to pace myself while working. While I love what I do, my baby is my number 1 client after all! 😉 And that’s why this blog has been scarce with updates. Between juggling work and resting, bloghopping has been put on hold. With a two-day holiday coming up, I hope to catch up on my blog reads!
So we’re 5 months pregnant. Woah, how time flies. Here are some questions I’ve been getting the past few weeks and my answers:
“Are you on the way?” Yup! I’m really showing now! I can now say I don’t look I stuffed myself silly at a buffet (ah, the good ol’ days…). It’s a baby belly now, not a buffet belly. I’ll share a decent picture soon. 😉
“Are you gaining enough weight?” / “Your tummy’s big! Are you at the right weight?” My OB advised that I needed to gain a little more weight during my last check-up. It’s a good thing my aversion to rice has disappeared. And boy, do I love pork chops now. And guavas. Mmm. I’m pretty much on track now.
“Do you feel the baby kick yet?” I feel butterflies in my stomach — the good kind! It’s still too early to feel my baby kick, but I have been feeling flutters. Run your fingers lightly over your skin — that’s how it feels. It tickles and feels so good. I can’t wait for those streetfighter kicks soon.
“Have you decided on a name yet?” Yes and no! We’ve picked out a name for a girl, but for a boy, not yet. We’re not too worried. Inspiration will come soon!
“Have you bought anything for the baby yet?” Nope. I don’t have much space at home anyway! H & I plan to prepare baby space around May. No rush for that yet.
“Are you taking birth classes?” Honestly, I’m on the fence with this one. I’m still thinking about it. I have to decide soon though!
“How big is the baby now?” At 20 weeks, about 6 inches from head to bottom. Think of a solo papaya or a very large mango!
“How are you?” I’m doing very well. My energy came back during the second trimester, and I’m enjoying it as much as I can! But I still have off days when fatigue strikes. I’ll write a separate entry on pregnancy “pains” (heartburn, indigestion, brain drain, etc.) and fixes soon.
And here’s MY question: How could you love someone you’ve never met? I already feel my baby has a personality. There’ve been times my tummy would be angsty, but upon singing and talking to the baby, things would calm down. Last night, my tummy was so uncomfortable until I cradled it with my hands while I slept. While I’m certain there’s a scientific and logical explanation to it (ex. uterus is expanding, maybe even gas), I prefer to think of it as contact with the little one. My heart is just filled with so much love with this person I’ve never met. While I enjoy carrying this baby inside me, I am looking forward to the day I cradle our child in my arms. Soon, soon. 
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
and I've been blogging at
at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
witsandnuts
April 7, 2009 at 10:52 am (15 years ago)Loving someone before meeting him/her. That must be a wonderful feeling. Thanks for the update, Toni. Take much care!
Daphne
April 7, 2009 at 11:14 am (15 years ago)It’s ok, we truly understand the lack of inspiring blog entries – after all your good health during your pregnancy comes first!
Thanks for the pregnancy updates, they are heartwarming and filled with so much helpful information.
Enjoy the Lenten break!
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Eper
April 7, 2009 at 11:25 am (15 years ago)Welcome back! Glad to know you and the baby are doing well
Keep the posts coming!
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blue rose
April 7, 2009 at 1:12 pm (15 years ago)hi toni, thanks for the updates. 5 months na pala tiyan mo. ambilis lang ng panahon noh! take extra care always.
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rowie
April 7, 2009 at 1:27 pm (15 years ago)Wow, time flies! 5 months na!
All the best! I don’t remember if I’ve mentioned it already but personally, the childbirth classes were really good for me. 😛
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Anne
April 7, 2009 at 2:26 pm (15 years ago)Look at that! Its been 5 months, Im sure everyday is a blessing!
You and your lil baby are in my prayers!
Take lots of care!
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kreez
April 7, 2009 at 3:29 pm (15 years ago)wow, in a few weeks time you’ll be holding a cute little adorable baby in your arms.
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Candice
April 7, 2009 at 4:16 pm (15 years ago)Toni, do you want to buy my crib? 😀
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Kay
April 7, 2009 at 5:54 pm (15 years ago)Wow! Congrats. Soon you will be holding your precious angel.
macy
April 7, 2009 at 10:00 pm (15 years ago)will be praying for a healthy pregnancy, healthy baby and safe delivery!
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Via
April 7, 2009 at 10:16 pm (15 years ago)It all sounds so wonderful Toni!
Sigh.
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Badet
April 8, 2009 at 10:48 am (15 years ago)I enjoyed reading your Q&A. I’m hoping to experience this soon.. =)
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Doris
April 8, 2009 at 12:07 pm (15 years ago)Hi Toni…i’m a silent reader of your blog. I’m a mother of 3 kids now (a girl and 2 boys) and from my experience if you love to eat meat ( eg. pork chops)….ehemmm it’s a BOY. (^_^)
Meeya
April 9, 2009 at 10:48 pm (15 years ago)oh my, how time flies nga! 5 months na pala 😀 how unfair naman na you need to add weight pa samantalang ako…. by the time i was 5 months preggy, pina-stop na ni OB ang aking preggy vits dahil sobrang lobo ko na daw, hahaha!
as for loving someone you’ve never met… heck to the yes! mala-savage garden ba ang background music? hehehe! but then, just when you think you can’t possibly love the baby more, when you meet him/her in person, your heart further expands to sizes you couldn’t even imagine.