34 weeks, 6 days (picture)

Merry Christmas!! We had a great time visiting/celebrating with both sides of our familes!! We weren't as prepared this week, so this is a nearly 35 week belly, and I'm not really sure what size fruit he was (my phone app said a large cantaloupe, with 35 weeks being a honeydew). I went to an appointment this morning, Baby C and I are measuring well and healthy! We are currently expecting him to be a normal size and relatively on time. I will now be going in weekly. A real update will come soon.. with a shot of our "before" nursery.

33 weeks, 1 day (picture)

  It was a gloomy day out, so the pictures is a little dark. Yesterday we had an appointment, and it was great to hear his healthy heartbeat, get told he's currently head down and a great size, and get some general questions answer. It's so neat knowing how close we're getting! I had a great shower last Saturday, and I feel much more prepared! I don't have any pictures currently, but I'll try to get some.

 

How far along? 33 weeks (1 day)

Baby is the size of a: Durian?? (4.2 to 5.8 pounds and 17.2 to 18.7 inches)

Total weight gain: 20 lbs (going with the doctor scale)

Maternity clothes? Mostly wearing maternity clothes. So thankful for all I've been able to borrow! 

Stretch marks? Nothing yet, but still have darkness around my belly button. I can't tell if it's the linea nigra thing or just darker veins showing up.

Sleep: Okay, much more difficult. Hips and belly make positions difficult, and I wake up to pee (once or twice), but most frustrating is walking up hungry. Very hard to fall asleep afterwards, even after a snack.

Best moment this week: My shower! Kara, Stephanie, and my mom did a great job planning, we had lots of Christmas decorations, fun mostly seasonal games, brunch food, and it was great to visit with so many ladies. It's really neat to think that they'll be in our son's life. I'll try to get some pictures from my mom!

Movement: He's grown, and while he still stretches out a lot (particularly on the edge of my right side), he's still moving a lot, kicking some, and hitting some ribs every now and then. 

Food cravings: Not really. Maybe peppermint things and citrus fruit.

Gender: Little boy :)

Labor Signs: Nope. 

Symptoms: Some fatigue, some hip soreness after standing or walking a lot. Still some headaches and mood swings. Recently some cramping. More hunger and plenty of baby brain :) 

Wedding rings on or off? On. I've only swelled at normal times like working out or waking up suddenly.

Belly Button: Very shallow, and pokes out at some shirts.  

32 weeks, 1 day (picture)

Hello 32 weeks! Attending the child-birth classes made me more excited to meet this little guy! I didn't necessarily learn too much new information about pregnancy/labor this weekend (between honest pregnant friends/moms and the books I've been able to get my hands on), but it was great to be able to talk about it with Joey, try/watch some labor positions, learn all the hospital's protocols and tendencies, see the labor/delivery room (makes it so real), and meet so many new pregnant couples. We did go over some newborn care, and while I've started reading a little, I really appreciate what we learned. I couldn't help but describe some of the fun things we talked about to others :). At this point, we do feel a little more prepared, but it all still seems like a blessing but scary with all the unknowns. Every pregnancy, birth, and child is different. 

This weekend I have my family and friends shower. I'm so excited to celebrate with everyone! I know there's a lot of fun games planned and I look forward to seeing everyone. It's so neat to know they'll all play a role in our son's life.

How far along? 32 weeks (1 day)

Baby is the size of a: Squash (15.2 to 16.7 inches long, and 2.5 to 3.8 pounds)

Total weight gain: Still right around 19 lbs (going with the doctor scale)

Maternity clothes? Mostly wearing maternity clothes. So thankful for all I've been able to borrow! 

Stretch marks? Nothing yet, but still have darkness around my belly button. I can't tell if it's the linea nigra thing or just darker veins showing up.

Sleep:  I wish I had more. I sleep pretty well, wake up a few times, I think to pee or from rolling over.

Best moment this week: Attending child birth class. So excited to put things into practice (well not quite yet, but soon).

Movement: Still hangs out a lot on the right side, I can often feel his back. He still stretches and pokes more than he kicks right now.

Food cravings: Not really. I really like rice dishes right now, and berries in my yogurt.

Gender: Little boy :)

Labor Signs: Nope. 

Symptoms: Still working off the tail end of this cold, so it's hard to tell if the congestion and fatigue is from that or combined with pregnancy. I can also tell in the last week or two my hips are getting looser. I think this makes me feel "bigger" than belly growth has. A little more clumsiness, but otherwise, things are going great! 

Wedding rings on or off? On. I've only swelled at normal times like working out or waking up suddenly.

Belly Button: Very shallow, and pokes out at some shirts.  

Link Love

Hitting the last trimester, being aware that I'm pregnant most of the time, and completing our childbirth classes has got me thinking more and more about what our new life will be like. Seeing the labor/delivery rooms made it all seem even more real! I found the What to Expect When You're Expecting's chapter on Postpartum: The First Week, really informative, and I also enjoyed Kim's post:

http://kimandcharlesbarrett.blogspot.com/2012/12/real-life-with-newborn.html?showComment=1354572056395#c7598811693344211326

She writes very honestly, and it's great to read a "real" story. I recommend both sources!