UncategorizedThe White Buffalo is Having a Baby July 10, 2014 Big news today, y’all! We are expecting a little one this coming January! I’ve been dying to share this with all of you (in so many ways, y’all feel like my family!) since we found out. But our journey has been a hard one to get to this point. I’ll share more about our story soon, but we decided to really wait until we’d heard the heartbeat on the first ultrasound and felt we were in the clear, as much as you can be. I’m currently almost 12 weeks. Our plan was to wait until around 13 weeks to share this big news! But, this little one isn’t giving us that option. With Haven coming, I knew it would be obvious to everyone I meet and anyone who might see a picture of me. Somehow, I am already showing…like seriously showing! Ofcourse, I never took a pre-bump picture. I kept thinking that I’d have plenty of time before I started showing and then overnight, a bump showed up! It looks even smaller to me in this picture than it does in real life. Starting at around 9 weeks, I had a pretty pronounced bump and was asked by neighbors, strangers, friends. The minute people saw me they’d say it pretty nonchalantly, “Oh when are you due?” When I told them and that I was only 9, 10, or 11 weeks along, they would all get huge eyes and ask “ARE YOU HAVING TWINS?!” So far, many people have thought that. Even at our first appointment, I asked if a bump like that at 8 weeks was normal and they said “especially if there’s more than one.” So far, the early ultrasound only found one Baby Buffalo. Regardless, we decided that we would rather share this good news before I see everyone at Haven and save you all that awkwardness of: is she pregnant? Should I ask? She sure looks pregnant! Then, the cat really would be out of the bag. I’ll be sharing a lot about this pregnancy and baby plans (NURSERY!!!) in the coming months on the blog, but for now, here’s the answer to the most common questions I’ve been getting. 1.) Will you find out the gender? YES!!!! We will absolutely be finding out the gender. I totally get the reason behind people wanting to be surprised, but both of us really want to know. I know that the planner in me will want to design the nursery, have clothes ready, and more than anything, I know that I’ll bond even more with the baby when I know that a little girl or boy is coming and choose a name. 2.) Are you hoping for a boy or girl? We really have no preference at this point. Ideally, we’d love a big family and multiple girls and boys. Growing up, I did always picture myself having a girl first, but now that it’s here, all we want is a healthy one. After our journey, we’re just grateful that a baby is coming, boy or girl. Neither one of us has a ‘gut feeling’ either. I know many pregnant women have said they just knew, but I really don’t have that. 3.) How have you felt? Not so great. I had the nausea and exhaustion from the moment we found out, but the nausea has definitely stepped up in the last few weeks. It’s manageable and I just constantly try to remind myself that it will be so worth it! I know that it will. The tough part too is that for me, it’s been really unpredictable. Nausea has come at all times of the day, but not on a predictable schedule. So multiple times throughout the day, it’ll just hit in full force with no warning. I also have low blood sugar normally, so that has been really amplified. I have to eat constantly (like every ten minutes or less) or I get really shaky and dizzy. I didn’t expect the dizziness, either. I’ve been told not all pregnant women have this, but I’m dizzy a lot and have to find the nearest seat. So if you see me at Haven and I run and grab a chair or sit down on the floor, this is why π Ofcourse, all of this hit right around when I was coming home to blog full-time. So, I’ve been battling the sickness with the guilt of “I’m supposed to be blogging full-time now and really working!” I’ve finally gotten to the place that I know I can’t be perfect. This phase will pass soon and until it does, I just have to survive and do the best that I can. But overall, we could not be more thrilled. We got married fairly young (22 and 24) because we knew that we were right for each other and we wanted time to just enjoy each other before starting a family. Now, we’ve had four years of marriage, and this little one will join our family just before our five year anniversary. God’s timing just feels perfect. 4.) Has Gracie noticed? I’ve been surprised how much we’ve gotten this question. At first I wasn’t sure, but now I’m confident that she’s different. She calmed down even more almost overnight. She also wants to be petted by me constantly. She follows me around more. I really feel like she and I have bonded in a whole new way, which I’m sure has something to do with me being home all the time, but she has gotten even more sweetness π We really tried to get Gracie to join in our announcement, but it didn’t work so well. Every time we said sit, she would back up and sit on one of our laps. Then she wouldn’t understand why we tried to move her. When she got tired of trying to do what we were saying and getting moved, she just stood in front of us and stared. Nice, Gracie. Of course, when we went to take my first bump picture, Gracie decided it was time to be in the photo and stare nicely at the camera. She sure brings a lot of entertainment. Now, she’s just going to have to get used to sharing the limelight with a little Baby Buffalo!
Rosemary says July 10, 2014 at 10:14 am Congratulations! Very exciting news! Can’t wait to follow along with all your plans! Reply
Jess says July 10, 2014 at 10:15 am Oh my gosh, so exciting!! Congratulations to you guys and hope everything goes well! Reply
Mary | Lemon Grove Blog says July 10, 2014 at 10:15 am Oh man, how exciting!! You really are showing for 12-weeks, makes the whole wait until the first trimester is over thing a bit more tricky, huh!? You look absolutely gorgeous – big congrats to you guys! Reply
Lindsay says July 10, 2014 at 10:28 am Thank you Mary! I know, I don’t look anything like 11.5 weeks! Who knows…maybe it’s my build, maybe there are two in there…either way, we’re so happy! I’m glad too, I love already having a bump! Reply
Jenn @ HomeStyleReport says July 10, 2014 at 10:16 am AHHHHHH!!!! I’m so excited for you guys and the timing just seems perfect! You two will make great parents! Congrats!!!!!!!! Reply
Lindsay says July 10, 2014 at 10:28 am Thank you Jenn! That’s what we keep saying, the timing just couldn’t be better. God knew what he was doing!!! It blows my mind that my dream has always been to stay at home with babies and the blog is helping that to happen! Reply
Trina @ Let's Just Build a House says July 10, 2014 at 10:21 am congrats! can’t wait to hear all about it and the nursery is going to be the darn cutest! how funny that she wanted to be in the bump photo. she says: “don’t forget your first baby!” Reply
Lindsay says July 10, 2014 at 10:27 am That’s right! She knows where she stands for sure π I think it may be a little bit of a wake up call when the baby gets here, but she’s the sweetest and I know she’s going to love it! Reply
Lindsay @ Makely says July 10, 2014 at 10:25 am I am so, so, so thrilled for y’all! So thrilled. I wish I was going to be at Haven so that I can see you – you just look darling! Best wishes!! Reply
Lindsay says July 10, 2014 at 10:27 am Thank you, Lindsay! I so wish you were going to be there too! You were such a huge part of my Haven story last year! And thanks for all of your encouragement throughout this journey π Reply
Kristen says July 10, 2014 at 10:42 am Yay! What exciting news! Congratulations on the little bundle of joy! Praying for both of you as you prepare to bring a precious little one into the world! and of course can’t wait to see what you do in a nursery π Reply
Olivia says July 10, 2014 at 10:53 am Congratulations! I, too, developed a large bump REALLY early. At 8 weeks I had to go and buy maternity pants! It actually went down a bit before it came back for real — must have been bloat?? Not sure, but anyway, it’s normal and doesn’t necessarily mean twins. I only had one! Reply
Rachel says July 10, 2014 at 11:06 am Congrats! I’m due on the 28th. Can’t wait to follow along as we’re in the same boat. I feel like I’m starting to show as well, although not quite as much as you are. We haven’t made it public yet, but I don’t think we’ll be able to keep it a secret much longer. Reply
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says July 10, 2014 at 12:37 pm Congratulations!!!!! How exciting. I am so happy for you. Reply
Beth of designPOST interiors says July 10, 2014 at 1:49 pm Cutest little belly ever! And I know you are going to rock that nursery!! Reply
baileywife @Irishman Acres says July 10, 2014 at 2:10 pm Yeah!!! I knew it! So excited for you…and for us! More Buffalo to love! ~Kim Reply
Kelley @LoveLikeCrazy says July 10, 2014 at 2:30 pm Congratulations Lindsay! What wonderful news!! Saw on Facebook and had to come here to read the full announcement. I, too, was so sick and got so dizzy and lightheaded and had to eat often – you’re not alone! And little one is just making sure there’s lots of room to decorate the digs right away! A friend of mine was showing SO early – there’s just one in there and she’s leveled out a lot by 20 weeks. Every baby is different. π Congratulations again on this exciting new journey! Reply
angela says July 10, 2014 at 2:34 pm Congrats on your baby buffalo! So thrilled for you! π Angela @ Number Fifty-Three Reply
Angie says July 10, 2014 at 3:17 pm So so so absolutely, ridiculously excited for you and Chris!! You’re already the cutest pregnant woman ever and I can’t wait to see your nursery ideas come to life! Praying for a safe and healthy pregnancy and delivery!!!! Congrats again! Reply
Kayla @ KR Dixon Designs says July 10, 2014 at 11:01 pm I’m so excited for you! The first trimester is challenging for sure! I know exactly how you feel about being guilty but just remember that you are growing a little baby and that is the most important thing ever!!! Hang in there momma!!!! Also, fun fact…We got married at 22/24 too! How funny. We had been married 5 years when miss L was born! It’s so nice to have a few years of just the two of you before babies!! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:26 am Thanks for the encouragement, Kayla! I can’t wait for the second trimester to hit when I hopefully have my energy back…or atleast some of it! Reply
Debbie Lannerd says July 11, 2014 at 6:25 am I’m so happy for you!!! Can’t wait to follow along with all the excitement!!! π Babies are such a blessing… Reply
AmandaH says July 11, 2014 at 9:18 am Just started reading your blog recently…and I love it! And a HUGE congrats on your little one on the way! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:25 am So glad you’re here Amanda! Thanks for the congrats, we are excited! Reply
Jeannette from the CA coast says July 11, 2014 at 9:34 am So happy for you! A blessing for sure!! Can’t wait to see the nursery. Reply
Natalie Klemek says July 11, 2014 at 10:44 am Oh that is just simply wonderful! Many happy congratulations! Welcome to being pregnant – yay! The second trimester will be so much better than the first … Your energy will come back and most likely your appetite as well. I’m currently expecting my second baby boy and he’s due middle of December. It’ll be like being pregnant together : ) Cannot wait for more baby updates … And continue taking baby bump pics because you WILL appreciate them later. Embrace this incredible journey! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:24 am Natalie, I am counting down the days until the second trimester! I’m ready for the energy and nesting phase. I’m so tired of being too tired to get much done! Reply
Deb says July 11, 2014 at 5:29 pm Hooray for baby Buffalo!! I can’t wait to see all the nursery plans!! Reply
Anneke at This, That and Life says July 11, 2014 at 6:09 pm I can’t even believe it…..I am SOOOOOOO ridiculously excited for you!!!!!!!!!! Congrats you guys!!! Praying for you and this amazing life transition! π Reply
Lisa says July 11, 2014 at 10:28 pm Thats great news. Congrats. You look great! I showed early too so I totally get your need to tell people π PLUS its so darn exciting!! All the best! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:22 am Thanks Lisa! I know it’s so hard to keep it a secret when you’re so excited! Reply
Ann says July 12, 2014 at 12:36 am Congratulations! Love following your blog and can’t wait to see what you do with the nursery. I’m also glad that there are other expecting mommies who have a bump showing in their 1st trimester. My baby is due in February and I get the big eyes too when I say i’m 9 weeks. Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:21 am Thank you Ann! Glad I’m not the only one! Congratulations on your little one! Reply
Colleen Pastoor says July 12, 2014 at 6:11 pm SO Exciting!! We told people way earlier than we intended as well (mine was twins) but it’s so shocking when you show early! Can’t wait to meet the little one! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:19 am Thanks Colleen! Interesting to hear that yours was twins…that’s what everyone keeps saying! Reply
Bethany @ Dwellings by DeVore says July 14, 2014 at 7:26 am I’m so excited for your Lindsay! Motherhood is such a huge blessing! I’m anxious to hear what you’re having and see your nursery plans. Such an exciting time! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:16 am Thank you Bethany! I’m ready to get going on the nursery too…and know which we’re having!!! Reply
Jeanne says July 14, 2014 at 8:11 am Saw a pic on your instagram from Haven this morning BEFORE I saw this post and thought, hmmm, someone’s got a little somethin’ cookin’! Congratulations to you and your husband and your furbaby as well. I have 3 girls, my oldest turned 7 on Saturday, and it always makes me nostalgic for those baby days. My journey to become a mommy took a while, 16 months to be exact and it was frustrating and depressing, but we came out the other end with our beautiful Chloe, and now she’s SEVEN! Yikes!! It goes fast and yes, God had a plan for us even though I couldn’t see it back then. Congratulations again, can’t wait to see that nursery in all it’s awesomeness!!! Reply
Lindsay says July 14, 2014 at 11:16 am Jeanne, that’s so funny! That’s exactly why I went ahead and announced it. I knew it would be noticeable! Thanks so much for sharing your story. It’s such an encouragement to hear from ladies on the other side! Reply
Kelly says July 16, 2014 at 7:44 am Congratulations! And definitely don’t feel guilty taking it easy now–sleep and rest as much as you can ’cause it will be many years before you will be able to do it again! Lol! http://www.reckonandrevel.com Reply
Charlotte@Ciburbanity says July 16, 2014 at 9:26 pm CONGRATS! Well, official blog comment congrats at least. SO glad to meet you in person and feeling like I didn’t get nearly enough time with 95% of folks at Haven. Ugh. Hope the 2nd tri is energy and project filled. Can’t wait to follow your journey! xx Reply
Kelley Lively says July 17, 2014 at 12:39 pm Congrats! I am about 16 weeks now and was showing really early as well so I had to tell people I was close to that we were expecting. Come to find out it WAS twins! I hope you start to feel better! It WILL be worth it…I have had to keep telling myself that too. Reply
Summer Hogan says July 22, 2014 at 12:15 am I’m beyond thrilled for you and I can’t wait to enjoy the journey with you! I pray for a healthy pregnancy, delivery and little bundle of joy, girl or boy! And Gracie is too cute! I can’t wait to see baby and Gracie pics! Reply
Connie AAshburn says July 22, 2014 at 9:55 pm Hi! Congratulations on your pregnancy! How exciting. I’m the one that dropped off the Silpat and baking sheet. I would love to connect some time! My cell is 248-894-9946 if you want to text or call! Reply
gemma@thesweetestdigs says July 23, 2014 at 7:54 am Amazing!! Congratulations!!! When we had our little girl last summer, it totally changed our world. It’s the BEST. Hope the nausea and everything passes soon, and that you enjoy the honeymoon stage of pregnancy (2nd trimester)! Also – don’t stress about the bump. Every body is different, and grows as it needs to at different rates. Sending you positive thoughts for a healthy pregnancy! Reply
Hayley says August 4, 2014 at 5:07 pm Congratulations!! I found your blog on Pinterest via your list of things to survive the first trimester! I am currently 8 weeks with number 2 and miserable, haha! I can’t believe you’re showing so much already! Such a cute little bump! Reply
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