Danielle’s pregnancy: 5th month Update
The part of the update in which Danielle gets a semi-makeover
The belly is finally getting big enough to kind of see with clothes on. My husband and I think my belly looks big but people at work still think I look small. On June 1, I will be 22 weeks.
The occasion for the gussied-up-ness was my friend’s 30th party. The opportunities I have to get dressed up are few and far between so I took advantage of it. The skirt I am wearing here is non-maternity but it has an elastic waist that I wore low down on my hips. The top is maternity because my non-maternity shirts are just too short.
We had a pretty good time at the party. People kept saying I looked really good. Some people were also surprised that I was pregnant- that I didn’t look pregnant. I guess that’s a good sign that I haven’t gained too much weight.
People keep asking if we know what we’re having (I like to say "a baby" but that gets old)- actually they’ve been asking before we could even possibly know- like when we first starting announcing at 11 weeks! We will finally be able to let everyone know because we’ll be finding out ourselves on June 6th when we go for the anatomy scan ultrasound. There is a good possibility the baby will be facing the wrong way or have his or her legs closed but hopefully, that won’t happen.
The part of the update in which Josh and Danielle decide to move
We are currently living in a very lovely one bedroom but we are going to be moving to what’s known as a "junior 4" which means it’s a one bedroom with a dining room, but in the case of this apartment and this family, the dining room has been used as the kids’ room because it has four walls and doors making it totally private. We are very excited because the baby will get his/her own room and I get to have a rocking chair.
The part of the update about how Danielle has been feeling
In general, I have been feeling pretty good. The nausea is totally gone (although I did throw up after taking the pre-natal vitamins, even on a full stomach) as is the complete and utter exhaustion. I get tired much more easily, but that’s to be expected. Every other week I experience some achy feelings in my lower belly- I read that it’s probably round ligament stretching which is quite normal. My bursitis in my right thigh was acting up with the damp weather but it went away now that it dried up. Also, my plantar fascitis (foot tendon pain) kicks in after walking around just a little but so I have to not walk too much. Oh, and I have to pee constantly.
Yet, in spite of all of this, I really do feel good! After the 3 months of constant queasiness and nausea, believe me- I am taking it all in stride so this is feeling GREAT. I know that in a few months I will be getting huge and the baby will start squishing my innards so I am keeping it all in perspective and really trying to enjoy this time.
I can feel the baby kicking on a regular basis. It definitely happens when I am sitting or lying down and especially if I have had something sweet to drink or eat. I think I have been able to identify which are kicks, punches and headbutts by the location of impact but the strength varies. It is now happening just below my belly button which is more padded so I feel it less intensely than I did at first when it was in my lower belly which has little fat. Josh has been able to feel the movement which he says is subtle and sometimes feels like rolling to him as opposed to kicks. In any case, I know that the movement will get stronger and at some point, we will be able to see the movement.
The part of the update that has nothing to do with the baby
I’m feeling pretty good about turning 30 on June 19th. I know turning 30 can be a big deal to some people but I am actually looking forward to it. Part of me can’t believe it’s here, of course, but the other part is quite happy about it, especially since this year is bringing with it so many wonderful things.
Josh and I will also be celebrating our third anniversary on June 16th. It seems like only yesterday we were planning our trip to Italy- oh wait- it was only yesterday since we are going back to Italy on June 24th with the Josh’s parents and sister’s family. We are going to Santa Margherita on the Italian Riviera, then to Maremma, in Tuscany, and then a few days in Rome before heading back home.
The part of the update in which Danielle gives some baby-related shout-outs
First, congratulations to our cousins Debbie and Andrew who are expecting their second baby about a month or two after us.
The second shout-out goes to our friends Cathy & Sal who are counting down the weeks till their little girl decides to make her grand entrance into the world.
The final shout-out goes to my friend Mike and his wife Meredith who just welcomed their first child, a beautiful little boy they have named Jack Charles, on May 20th.
- Posted on May 30, 05 at 10:12AM
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May 30th, 2005 at 11:56 am
Good for Brooke! I’m glad she shot back. Tom Cruise really made an a** of himself.
Rowan is gorgeous, by the way!!!!
May 30th, 2005 at 11:58 am
Ooops I responded under the wrong post. Sorry!
Think I need to go back to sleep. LOL
May 30th, 2005 at 1:36 pm
I think you look great! And I love your outfit…
May 30th, 2005 at 3:53 pm
I just wanted to say that you look great! I’m actually going to be 22 weeks on June 1st also! (How weird) We found out were are having a girl back on the 19th of this month- DF said he wanted a boy- but I do believe he secretly wanted a girl, he’s in love with her already. I can feel a lot of kicking and what-not, but no one has been able to feel it from the outside yet.
I can’t wait until DF can feel it! 
Take care, whatever you’ve been doing, keep it up: You look wonderful!
Anyway, congrats on everything, and Yay for October 5th!
May 30th, 2005 at 4:37 pm
Yes, I agree! You look fantastic! Do you still have morning sickness?
May 30th, 2005 at 7:22 pm
I would be very surprised if they cannot tell what you are having. They usually use the “oh, the baby isn’t cooperating” line with women who were large (overweight) before getting pregnant rather than tell them that the ultrasound just can’t get a clear enough look through the layers. You should be fine! That ultrasound is such fun and it is so great to know what color you will be totally sick of in six to nine months!
May 30th, 2005 at 8:48 pm
I already said it, but you look fabulous! I didn’t know you were going back to Italy! Justin and I are going for spring break next March…I’ll have to see if we’re going anywhere you’ve been already-I’ll need some tips!
May 30th, 2005 at 11:05 pm
How cute do you look Danielle? Thanks for keeping us updated.
May 30th, 2005 at 11:17 pm
Cute belly! You look fantastic!
May 31st, 2005 at 1:00 am
u are tiny!:) its so cool seeing your baby’s growth! well…sorta ^^ thanks for sharing pics
May 31st, 2005 at 3:53 am
Looks like a GIRL to me. hehe.
May 31st, 2005 at 7:07 am
You look fabulous!!! Congradulations!
May 31st, 2005 at 8:08 am
You look beautiful! Congratulations, happy anniversary & birthday, and enjoy Italy!
May 31st, 2005 at 8:25 am
I was definitely smaller at 5 months but everyone carries different. It definitely looks like you are carrying a girl in that belly!
May 31st, 2005 at 9:08 am
Oh, I am totally about dressing up when I get the chance now. I so know what you mean… I don’t care where, but we’re going out! Let me get pregnant pretty!
Great photos too, you look great!
Oh dude, wait until your belly moves… ours just started a couple of weeks ago. Insane! I can’t even explain it but you’re just like holy sh!t! I often tell the little guy to “dance monkey dance!” when boredom sets in. I’m hoping to see a foot in the 3rd trimester. But wouldn’t it be scary and cool at the same time to get a face print… freak show.
And thanks for the Milkdudz post, I think I’m going with one of those instead of the Hooter Hider.
May 31st, 2005 at 9:20 am
Danielle…Relax,You’re still small!! Just wait..I didn’t really pop until 26 weeks. After that, forgettaboutit!! I looked like I was having twins! 10lbs. 5oz. later, I found out why I was so big. LOL.
Savior this time! You get so big and uncomfortable those last few weeks it’s hard to not want it over but a month later I truely missed my belly.
God Bless your upcoming prince or princess!
May 31st, 2005 at 9:27 am
I was gonna say it looks like a girl in their too. You luck absolutely fantastic, thanks for keeping us all updated.Here’s to a happy healthy baby. Have a nice time in Italy.
May 31st, 2005 at 9:59 am
Hi Danielle! I am just a few days behind you, having hit 21 weeks this past Sunday. You do look fabulous! I am a member of an online community of pregnant women due in the same month we are, at justmommies.com . Didn’t know if you were getting to chat much with other moms due in your same month. This is my third child, and third daughter! Thank you so much for the work you do on this site, I enjoy visiting!
May 31st, 2005 at 11:34 am
aaaaaaaaaawwww cute! when abouts in early october are you due?
May 31st, 2005 at 12:51 pm
You look beautiful!
May 31st, 2005 at 12:55 pm
Congratulations! I’m a bit behind you (at 13 weeks) so I have much to look forward to ^_^
I’m wondering when I’ll have a belly myself. Right now I just look a bit pooched and chubby, alas.
And don’t sweat your birthday… after all, age is just a number ;o)
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May 31st, 2005 at 1:36 pm
You look great! I looked like a house when I was pregnant. I went from 105 punds to 160 pounds! Enjoy yourself and eat lots of ice cream. If you breastfeed it will come off fast too. Best of Luck to you and your family!!
May 31st, 2005 at 1:59 pm
You look adorable! I love your website and check it often. I’m glad you are feeling better!
May 31st, 2005 at 2:21 pm
You look great! If you think you are big, wait until your second one… I’m preggo w/ my second and my stomach is huge compared to w/ my first! Glad you are feeling better!!!
May 31st, 2005 at 2:51 pm
“They usually use the “oh, the baby isn’t cooperating” line with women who were large (overweight) before getting pregnant rather than tell them that the ultrasound just can’t get a clear enough look through the layers.”
No, this is not really correct. Sometimes they really can’t determine the gender of the baby with the ultrasound due to the position of the baby. Overweight women usually don’t have problems with ultrasounds after the first trimester. I am bringing this up simply because a lot of overweight women are very concerned about this type of thing.
Danielle, you just wonderful! A very cute preggo belly.
May 31st, 2005 at 4:05 pm
Danielle, congrats! You look fabulous!
May 31st, 2005 at 8:11 pm
Danielle, you look cute in that outfit and your belly is not as big as you think it is. Definitely think *girl.* P.S. I am right 50% of the time. : )
May 31st, 2005 at 9:00 pm
You are absolutely glowing- too cute:) Enjoy every minute, its so precious! COngratulations to you and thanks for sharing!
May 31st, 2005 at 9:27 pm
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May 31st, 2005 at 9:32 pm
Lina, you get over yourself. This is Danielle’s site, and she can post whatever she wants. Obviously people are interested. If you’re not, don’t read it.
May 31st, 2005 at 10:43 pm
Go Sarah! You look gorgeous Danielle! Have fun in Italy!
June 1st, 2005 at 1:30 am
Congratulations !!!
You look GREAT
June 1st, 2005 at 2:32 am
Hi Danielle! Please accept all my congratulations from Italy! I always read your site and I find it great! Have you choose the name for the baby?
June 1st, 2005 at 12:54 pm
you look great!! and your skirt is gorgeous!!
June 1st, 2005 at 2:29 pm
WOW danielle you look amazing! I’m glad your pregnancy is going along smoothly and good luck with everything.
When my cousin was pregnant the doctor told her twice that they couldn’t determine the sex of the child because both times the baby had its legs closed. When she had the baby it ended up being a boy. So if the doctor tells you the baby isn’t cooperating chances are it’s a boy (based on other people’s experiences).
There sure seems to be a baby boom though because my boyfriend’s sister just had a baby last week. Congratulations once again
June 1st, 2005 at 3:14 pm
I’m saying girl as well
I was told it was a girl with my 3rd…haha, nope. He was just hiding EVERYTHING very very well. He’s now almost 2 and 110% boy! I wouldn’t trade him though, not for a million! And now I can sing “My Three Sons” and mean it
June 2nd, 2005 at 11:02 am
You are so cute!
June 2nd, 2005 at 12:49 pm
msn gossip reported Denise Richards Delivered last night. baby and mom are doing fine apparently!
June 16th, 2005 at 3:45 pm
Happy Anniversary!!
And an early happy b-day!!