Baby Belly #3 @ 11 weeks

Baby Belly #3 @ 10 weeks

I'm going to do this best job I can to keep my blog updated each week so that #babywilliamson3 can have posts just like his/her sisters do. We've got a lot going on these days, but I'm going to try my hardest to not get behind and forget things.

How am I feeling: At 10 weeks, the nausea has pretty much gone away thankfully! I'm still pretty tired but I'm probably going to be tired this whole pregnancy. Haha! I've been going to the chiropractor regularly so far to hopefully keep from having any terrible back or hip pain this time. So far it's helping!

Maternity clothes: I've been wearing maternity pants for a couple of weeks now. They are so much more comfortable and I really don't enjoy wearing the belly band. I'm going to be getting the rest of my maternity shirts out in the next week or so if it continues to stay cooler outside.

Baby's Development at 10 weeks:

Baby is about 1.2 inches long and weighs about .14 ounces. His/her body will almost double is the next three weeks. 

• Baby has working arm joints, and his/her cartilage and bones are forming.
• The vital organs are fully developed and they're starting to function.
• Baby is starting to growing fingernails and hair.
• Plus, he/she is swallowing and kicking around in there.

Doctors Appointment:  Last Thursday I had my 10 week appointment. We were able to hear the babies heart rate with the doppler. It was 176bpm. That is such a reassuring and wonderful sound. I wish I had a doppler to use at home! (Note: If you have one that you wouldn't mind my borrowing, please let me know. Thanks!) Since this is my third pregnancy and the other two have gone so smoothly, my doctor and I have decided that I'll go to see her in 5 weeks (when I'm 15 weeks) and then another 5 weeks (when I'm 20 weeks). We'll get to find out gender on November 19th!! I am seriously anxious about this one!! We're totally expecting another little girl but we would LOVE to have a boy in this family. Chase needs a boy to pal around with! The good Lord knows what is best for our family, so we'll be delighted either way!

At this point we have decided against doing genetic screening this go around mainly because of the cost. We're on a high deductible insurance plan this go around and since we haven't met the deductible for me, we'd have to pay the $300ish out of pocket. Yikes! As much as I would LOVE to have more pictures of our sweet little one and see him/her kicking around, that is a lot of money that we will need come 2016 when we'll have to pay for baby's delivery.

What I'm looking forward to: I'm looking forward to hearing the heartbeat again at my next appointment and finding out the gender in November. 

Baby Williamson #3

Back in July we found out that we are expecting again! We are so surprised and excited that the Lord would bless us with another one of His children. I cannot wait!!

First doctors appointment:

Our pregnancy confirmation appointment was on August 13th. Going in we thought I would be around 7 weeks based on the date of my last period. Well, the baby only measured 6 weeks so that raised some concern for my doctor. The heart rate was 97 bpm which she also thought was low, if I was really suppose to be measuring closer to 7 weeks. Honestly, I wasn't really all that concerned because Chase and I had thought I must have ovulated late that last cycle anyways. (Sorry if that's TMI.) My doctor scheduled for me to go back for another ultrasound on the following Monday to check on the baby's growth. We were given great news on Monday morning. The baby had grown to measure 6 weeks, 4 days and the heart rate was up to 122 bpm. My doctor and nurse were pleased and felt that the pregnancy was just a little behind what a typical pregnancy would have been.

Here are the pictures from those first two ultrasounds. The baby was TINY but growing just like it should!!

Announcement:

By this time many of our close friends and my family knew we were expecting again, but we hadn't announced it on Facebook. So on August 31st I posted this little picture to let the world know that #babywilliamson3 is on his/her way!!

I was 8 weeks when we made the announcement. Up to that point I hadn't been feeling all that great. I was nauseous most of the day and tired all the time. I expected the tired symptom but the yucky feeling was new for me. My baby belly has popped out pretty quickly this time around, which I have mixed emotions about. On one hand I'm super excited to see the bump but then I also know it's most just weak abdominal muscles and extra weight I needed to loose before bringing a baby on board. Haha Oh well, I guess it's a wash now. I need to find time to exercise every day but so far that hasn't happened much. 

These two BIG SISTERS couldn't be more excited about having a real baby in our family. They both insist that the baby is a BOY and I'm pretty sure they might be a tad disappointed the baby ends up being a girl.

We are so thrilled, excited and a bit nervous about welcoming a third little one into our crew but it will all work out perfectly, I know. God has a plan and it is perfect!

One year later...

It's been just over one year since I made my last blog post. Wow, time flies when your busy and having fun! Brantley is now 5 and Savannah will be turning 3 next Saturday!! Ahh!! They are growing up WAY too fast.

Brantley will be graduating from preschool this Thursday and will officially be Kindergarten bound! I am really super excited about her finishing preschool because that also means we will be beginning our journey as a homeschooling family. Chase and I have talked and prayed about this decision for months and are confident that homeschooling is the right choice for our family. The Lord has confirmed this to me over and over again, and He has brought so many wonderful new homeschooling friends into my life already. We have chosen a program that is going to provide a wonderful education for the girls, as well as, a great support system for me/us along the way. 

{I'll be posting more about our homeschooling as the year gets going in the fall.}

As a little recap of the past year...

Brantley had her first dance recital at the end of May 2014. She did so great!!
She didn't take dance again this year, but has asked the take again next year.

May 2014 - The girls had a joint Princess Birthday Party at Sertoma Park

June 2014 - The girls has Princess Photos made with Codie from
White Cotton Photography. They turned out so cute!!!

Summer 2014

September 

Photo post

 The girls decided to try on bathing suits a week or so ago (4/30/14) and pretended they were going on a trip to the beach. We can't wait to splish splash in the pool soon!

This photo was taken at PawPaw and Bebe's house one Wednesday night before dinner. They love playing outside together!

Brantley is really getting the hang of peddling her bike on her own. Those legs are getting stronger!

Vanna loves her new tricycle!

Pictures from Easter 2014

  

My love and I got to take a spur-of-the-moment trip up to Chattanooga, TN a couple of weeks ago thanks to my parents keeping the girls for us. We had a wonderful time!!

 Brantley had dance pictures last night at ballet class. She looks so cute in this costume! She is so precious!!

This was a month ago, but I took it on the morning we went to buy all the stuff to make our raised garden. Farmer Daddy and his little workers! haha

So, I know that isn't much but at least it's a photo update.

Brantley's 4th Birthday

Happy 4th Birthday, Brantley Rae!!!

 Our morning started with yummy blueberry pancakes and plans for a fun filled, Brantley focused day. We got ourselves all ready and went down to the McWane Center for some fun. Chase had never been there so Brantley are excited to show him around. 

 Brantley got to do lots of the little experiments and activities on the first level. We also spent a little time in the tiny town play area. This is the point when we realized the snow hadn't stopped yet and it was covering much more than just a little dusting. We began to worry a bit and contemplated leaving.

Little Bit had a great time running around and exploring as well.

After being at the McWane Center for just 45 minutes that morning, they announced that they were closing due to the weather. We quickly made our way to the car and out onto the streets to head home. This is where the not-so-fun part of our day began. Our Snowmageddon 2014 story is next.

Even though Brantley's birthday was interrupted by a freak snow/ice storm we did make it up to her over the next few days. Once we finally made it back home from our escape from the snow and ice, we had the Grandparents over for birthday dinner and celebrated our sweet Brantley Rae. It's hard to believe that she is 4 years old already! My, how time flies!

Jewelry Lady!

Below is the letter I sent to friends and family last week to share the latest happenings with the Williamson's.

Dear Friends and Family,

Life has been a bit of a roller coaster for me these past couple of months as I transitioned from working part-time at Dawson into starting graduate school at UAB this fall, all while trying to still be a good wife and mom. I have made the decision, with Chase and the guidance of God, to withdraw from school so that I can get back to being a wife and mom full time. School had been taking me away from home far too much. The girls are so young and Chase has started a new job, so right now I am needed at home the most. God has been teaching me so many things about what He wants for my life and I am trying to be obedient as I transition into another exciting career choice that will allow me to focus on family FIRST!!

One of my dear friends, who I met while working at Dawson, introduced me to Premier Designs back in April of this year. I was very intrigued by the company right from the start. Not only is the jewelry gorgeous, but Premier has been built on two basic principles – to honor God and to serve people. I have prayed for years that God would put strong, faithful, encouraging women in my life that I can grow meaningful friendships with. I believe that my Premier Designs family is the answer to those prayers!

The day I received my Kit. Bling!!

 Premier is a company that was created specifically for stay-at-home moms who wanted to put their primary focus on raising their children, while still being able to contribute financially to their families as well. It is a company founded on biblical principles and also supports many ministries and missionary families around the world. Now that's a company I want to work for!! Not only is Premier a company focused on giving back to others, it is focused on providing great opportunities and a wonderful income to the jewelers who choose it as a career.

Premier also has a GREAT hostess plan! That's where you come into play!! You, as a hostess, will sign up with me to have a jewelry show at your house. You invite all your friends over for a girl’s night out where we will have snacks, play games, and try on jewelry! You receive 30% of the retail show in FREE jewelry, as well as many other perks and benefits! Now, what girl doesn't want free jewelry!!?!!

My training show will be on Monday, November 11th at 7:00 pm and I sure hope all my Birmingham friends and family will be there to support me! There is no pressure to buy any jewelry if you don't want to. I'd simply love to have you there! If you are interested in hosting a show, looking at a catalog, or hearing more information about Premier, don't hesitate to call or email me.

I really feel this is what God has given me to do for this season in my life. I am eagerly serving Him and my family as Proverbs 31:11-14 states...

Her husband has full confidence in her

and lacks nothing of value.

She brings him good, not harm,

all the days of her life.

She selects wool and flax

and works with eager hands.

Thank you for your support!

Allison Williamson

205-410-6435

allison.premierjeweler@gmail.com

Happy to serve you!

This group of ladies is just part of my wonderful Premier Family. I'm so excited so see what God does in my life and through me with Premier. I am so thankful for this opportunity to serve others and have fun play in jewelry too!!

I am thoroughly enjoying being back at home with my family both mentally and physically. I didn't realize how much I missed them and they missed me. I am so excited about my journey with Premier. I hope to pay for vacations with my earnings so that Chase doesn't have to worry about that at all. I want to take our family to DISNEY WORLD!! That is my big goal and my short term goal is to buy a new washing machine. haha We have a front loader by LG and it STINKS both literally and mechanically. I have tried cleaning the seal but every time, the smell comes right back. Shoo-wee, as Savannah would say. haha

The girls helped me go through and try on all the pretty jewelry the day a received it. Such fun!!

I'm hoping to blog about Savannah and all that she is doing and up to these days since she is almost 18 months old! What!! "Time flies when you're busier than God intended you to be." That was me, but now I'm back.

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!