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March 30, 2015 By Sarah Halstead

Without the Rain…

Filed Under: Pregnancy Tagged With: bumpdate, rainbow baby

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Kenny and I are pregnant with our rainbow baby. We couldn’t be more scared, thrilled, nervous, and excited! He/she is due towards the beginning of November. I am 8 weeks along right now. We lost our baby last April around 8 weeks after several weeks of going back and forth on whether everything was okay. Our last pregnancy was different, I always had a feeling that something wasn’t quite right. This pregnancy so far has been going amazing well. We can not wait to welcome this baby into our lives this fall.

8 Week Bumpdate: 

How Far Along: 8 weeks

Weight Gain: 2 pounds

Sleep: getting up several times to go to the bathroom.

Gender: don’t know yet.

Feeling: nauseous all day long.

Movement: haven’t felt anything.

Belly:  pudgy. not in maternity clothes for the most part.

Next Appointment: 2 weeks

I go back to the doctor in 2 weeks for blood work, and all that fun stuff. I really do not like having my blood drawn. I do ask for your prayers that everything continues to go with this pregnancy. Also, that I am able to relax and enjoy this pregnancy, and to not worry all the time.

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  1. Laura says

    April 3, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Congratulations!!! Will say a prayer for you and baby! :)
  2. Sarah @ 2paws Designs says

    March 31, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    So happy for you! Many prayers for a healthy pregnancy and that you can enjoy it. <3
  3. Faith R says

    March 31, 2015 at 3:10 pm

    I'm SO happy for you!! I hope you start feeling less nauseous soon. I know it was pretty awful for me. I changed my diet to high-protein (like at least 30g a day) and that helped me a LOT. I ate Greek yogurt, bananas with peanut butter, hard boiled eggs... Praying for this sweet new baby!! Hope he/she and you continue to do well.
  4. Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says

    March 31, 2015 at 7:51 am

    Congrats again! I had terrible morning sickness with both of my pregnancies. I hope you get to feeling better. At least you'll have a great "technology" photo for this weeks challenge! ;)
  5. Rose says

    March 31, 2015 at 2:23 am

    A big congrats on your rainbow baby! I miscarried back in November and have been suffering with anxiety and panic attacks ever since. We are hoping to start trying again soon and this post brought a tear to my eye and gave me a little bit of hope! I wish you a healthy, happy preganancy!
  6. Andrea | Cooking with a Wallflower says

    March 31, 2015 at 12:14 am

    Congratulations, Sarah! I'm soo excited for you! And can't wait to see your updates!
  7. Ebony McMillan (@Starlight_McMil) says

    March 30, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    Congrats on the new little miracle <3 I am 10 weeks along with my own little miracle. I have 3 boys right now and am recovering from a miscarriage (last July). I wish you nothing but a happy pregnancy and am so excited for you :-) ~Ebony
  8. Heather M says

    March 30, 2015 at 2:05 pm

    First off, congratulations! Babies are exciting ... and scary. Soberingly scary after a loss. We lost our 3rd and the 4th pregnancy was the scariest time of my life. I am surprised I didn't turn gray from stress. However, that loss made every milestone that much more magical. Thinking of you.
  9. Melissa Rich says

    March 30, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    Yay!! So excited for you guys. Congrats and best wishes! <3
  10. Diana says

    March 30, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Sending you lots of love and hugs. Prayers for a smooth and healthy pregnancy. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. xoxo
  11. mandy @ a sorta fairytale says

    March 30, 2015 at 12:29 pm

    Aw congratulations sweet friend!!! I'm so excited for you! xoxox
  12. censie says

    March 30, 2015 at 12:12 pm

    Congratulations! Such Happy News!! Sending prayers of health and happiness!
  13. Molly says

    March 30, 2015 at 11:02 am

    Congratulations!!! I know you must be so nervous but I hope you have a healthy and happy pregnancy and a baby in your arms come November!
  14. Stephanie says

    March 30, 2015 at 11:01 am

    I am SO happy for y'all! I will be praying for a healthy pregnancy and for peace for you. The worry for me was always incredibly hard during pregnancy. I will be thinking about you!
  15. Tawnya says

    March 30, 2015 at 10:56 am

    HI! Congratulations!! I haven't been following along for a long time but the title of your post jumped out at me :) I lost a baby in December and am waiting so patiently for my rainbow baby. I already have a 2.5 year old and she's a good distraction but I love seeing stories like this. So happy for you :) XO
  16. Jess G. says

    March 30, 2015 at 10:51 am

    I am so happy for you! I have been praying for you and your family. Congratulations and continued prayers!
  17. Bethany says

    March 30, 2015 at 9:42 am

    Congratulations! Praying for your precious little one.
  18. Julie S. says

    March 30, 2015 at 9:36 am

    So incredibly excited for you! Prayers for a healthy pregnancy and peace of mind for you.

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I'm Sarah and I am the writer behind this blog. I love sharing recipes, DIY projects, photos and about my everyday life. I married my high school sweetheart Kenny. We have three boys and one baby girl - Dustyn, Carsyn, Prestyn, and Annelyn. Thanks for stopping by, can't wait to get to know you more. Read More…

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