IT'S A BOY!....I knew it :)

On Saturday, Cody and I went to Fetal Studios for a gender determination appointment. Well.....we were both right!! Little Dakota Moffat is the one growing inside my belly. The doctor who performed the ultrasound was amazing. He showed us all ten fingers and toes. He even showed us the blood flow to the baby and how all of his organs were functioning properly. I was stuck in a state of permanent massive grin and utter amazement for the entire thing. He was moving, waving, yawning and touching his face. I was instantly in love with my soon to be son. I am so excited and just continuing to prepare everyday for our little arrival!

Things I am experiencing now at 16 weeks:

• More energy
• THIRSTY all the time.
• Frequent trips to the bathroom
• Stomach is much harder and more round.
• I have been craving: fruit juices, all mexican food, and warm bread!

According to the Dr. I should be feeling the baby move any day now and I absolutely cannot wait!

My Sweet Dakota,


Well yesterday is the day your dad and I found out you are a boy! We were both so excited and already knew what to expect.  I had a dream you were a precious little boy before I even knew I was pregnant with you. Some of your aunts, and Grandma Lee kept betting that you were a girl, but your dad and I knew the entire time you weren't.  Seeing you on that monitor was one of the most special moments of my life. You waved at us and we were able to see all five of your fingers. Then you arched your back and slowly yawned and all I could do was smile. You are already so handsome!


I want you to know that you are being born into a very loving family. I love your daddy so much. He is an amazing man you will be proud to look up to throughout your life. Please do. We love each other more than I could ever say, and we both already love you even more. You have unbelievable grandparents, aunts and uncles all of whom love you too. Daddy and I, along with all of them, cannot wait to meet you.


You will be our oldest child, and the oldest grandchild on both sides of our family. Those may seem like some big shoes to fill, but I know with all my heart you are the best person for this role. Your younger brothers and sisters, and also younger cousins will always look up to you. I know you are going to be the best example they could ever ask for.


I must admit, I am a little bit nervous. But I know your dad and I will do our very best to raise you and prepare you for the lives to come. We have both experienced many things in our lives. I hope and pray that you will learn from us and someday experience as much joy as I am experiencing now. I have never been happier than I am at this time. I have the best husband I could ever dream of and we are expecting our first little baby. You make me so happy Dakota. I love you sweet boy.


Love always, Your mommy

Growing Belly.....oh boy!

Hello everyone! So I've been slacking.....I apologize. Here is a picture of our beautiful baby at our 12 week appointment!! I am in love. Right now, we are 14 weeks and it's becoming visibly apparent:) MY STOMACH IS GETTING BIGGER!! I was a little self conscience of it at first, but now I love it. Our baby is healthy and growing at the exact rate he should be! (Or she!)  I still feel like it's a boy,  but we're not sure just yet.


Things I've been experiencing lately:

• Craving smothered burritos, blueberry muffins, french fries, and orange juice! (None of that together!)
• Morning sickness is almost COMPLETELY gone!! Hallelujah.
• Super sleepy and exhausted during the afternoons. 
• Always, always, always thirsty!
• More hungry than usual.
• Sore abdominal muscles from stretching.

I cannot wait to find out the gender, and I am also dying to start feeling my baby moving!!!