Weeks 33 - 36

So much has been going on recently! Here's a collective update to week 36!

How big is baby?

"He's getting closer and closer to being able to breathe on his own. His skin is getting smooth and soft and his gums are rigid. His liver and kidneys are in working order. Circulation and immune systems are basically good to go, too."

How far along?: 36 weeks - 4 to go! Ahh!!

Maternity clothes?: Are aaammmaazziiinngg.. I may never go back to regular clothes!

Movement: Has started to hurt. He's so squished in there that it's actually painful sometimes when he stretches.

Stretch marks?: Oh yeah - they came out of no where in the past week or so. Booo..

Sleep?: Sucks. I hurt when I lay on my side for too long, I miss sleeping on my back and stomach and every time I move I wake up and have to pee.

Symptoms?: Heartburn is still a bi*ch, Braxton Hicks contractions hurt and I'm sore all over. I'm d.o.n.e!

Food cravings: No big cravings.. I've never really had any this pregnancy.

What I miss: Good sleep and wine!

What I'm looking forward to: This up coming week to be over - it's my last at work!

Milestone: Weekly appointments, getting everything ready for Eli and a possible eviction date!

Bump pics:

Week 32 and a whole lot of catching up!!

How big is baby?:

"Baby’s energy is surging, thanks to the formation of white fat deposits beneath the skin. (Have those kicks and jabs to the ribs tipped you off yet?) Baby is also settling into sleep and waking cycles, though -- as you’ve also probably noticed -- they don’t necessarily coincide with your own. Also this month, all five senses are finally functional, and the brain and nervous system are going through major developments.?

How far along?: 32 weeks already! Time is flying and have about a month and half to go. Ahh!

Maternity clothes?:  Are a girls best friend! I'm loving leggins and sweaters a lot now that the weather is colder.

Movement: Has gone from slight kicks and punches to rolls, shifting and stretching. He's running out of room to float around so I feel every little thing anymore.

Stretch marks?: Started to get a few on my sides and my I can see a faint linea nigra forming on my belly.

Sleep?: Is my friend. I've been so overwhelmed with everything going on the past three weeks that I feel like I can't catch up. And I've lost my ability to sleep in too. Even the days I can sleep in, I'm up at 930 weather I want to be or not.

Symptoms?: Heartburn is a bi*ch and even something as simple as a bowl of cereal has me nauseous.

Food cravings: Anything that won't give me terrible heartburn. Lol

What I miss: Good sleep and free reign to eat what I want.

What I'm looking forward to: Maternity pictures and meeting Eli!!

Milestone: Having my showers and seeing Eli healthy!

Bump collage:

In other news...

Well, where do I begin? We got the house, moved in and this past weekend I hosted my baby showers at my new home. Can you say chaos? I was so overwhelmed that everything got put on the back burner, but I'm FINALLY all caught up. Since my last post I've had another MFM appointment and Eli is looking good! His kidneys have improved since my last appointment and at 30w2d, we weighed in at 3lbs, 2oz. He mentioned that he was a little on the small side but I'm not too concerned since Geo and I aren't big people anyway. His kicking and moving has become so much more forceful and since he's running out of "floating" room I can feel him so much more. Our baby showers this past weekend were amazing and the support and love we got from everyone is amazing! I can't wait for Eli to meet all the amazing people George and I have in our lives.  His nursery is coming along great and I finally decided on his coming home outfit. Just a few essentials to get and we'll be as ready as we can be. Only about a month and a half to go!

27 weeks!

How big is baby?

How far along?: 27 weeks. Finally in the 3rd trimester! Yay!

Maternity clothes?:  Yup. I've even grown out some of the pants I bought early on - stupid widening hips! Lol.

Movement: I can actually tell body parts. I distinctly felt a foot tonight.

Stretch marks?: Belly is still stretch mark free.

Sleep?: Blah. I'm so tired all the time. It's like I'm back in the 1st trimester again.

Symptoms?: Same old, same old. Hip and back pain and heartburn at night.

Food cravings: Grilled cheese and tomato soup - yummmm

What I miss: Good sleep

What I'm looking forward to: Registering. Shall be doing that within a week or so.

Milestone: Hitting the 3rd trimester! Ahhhh!! It feels SO weird to be here!

Bump Pic:

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Other ramblings:  I had my Dr. appointment this past Friday and Eli is doing great. He's already a whole 2 lbs already! She said that's right on track for how far along I am. It just seems so substantial. I got the prescription to get my blood sugar test done and also get my rho-gam shot. Ugh. Two things I was NOT looking forward to. I'll be getting both of those done next week - which means that I shouldn't have to face anymore needles until delivery. And speaking of delivery Geo and I started our birth classes. We went over the 40 week cycle, watched the live birth video, practiced relaxing and breathing techniques and the pain scale. I love our teacher and when I go into labor, I want her to be there as my L&D nurse. Geo did amazing too and I'm so proud of him. I know how much he hates hospitals so I'm so glad he got through it. Just 2 more to get through!

26 weeks! Halloween Style!

How big is baby?

How far along?: 26 weeks! 1 more week til the 3rd trimester!

Maternity clothes?:  Are amazing - Got my outfit for my shower -- woo hoo!

Movement: He's so active in the evenings! I love the kicks and rolls

Stretch marks?: None still - but I can see where some *might* appear.

Sleep?: Crappy, crappy, crappy. Pregnancy insomnia + being in pain = grumpy momma

Symptoms?: Heartburn, aches and pains in my back and hips and new this week, sciatic pains!

Food cravings: No real cravings, just hungry a lot.

What I miss: Good sleep.

What I'm looking forward to: My Dr. appointment on Friday so I can see Eli again!

Milestone: Going to the Dr every 2 weeks instead of once a month; eek! We're getting so close to the end!

Bump Pic:

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Halloween Specials!

Daddy and I

 

Family Shot

25 weeks!

How big is baby?

"Let your spouse put an ear to your belly -- he might be able to pick up baby's heartbeat (no stethoscope required). Inside the womb, the formation of tiny capillaries is giving baby a healthy pink glow. Baby's also soaking up your antibodies, getting the immune system ready for life outside the womb. Eyes are forming, and baby will soon perfect the blink -- perfect for batting those freshly grown lashes."

How far along?: 25 weeks! Finally made it to an eggplant.

Maternity clothes?: Love - I got more jeans to get me through the winter. Still trying to find cheaper non-maternity tops that will last.

Movement: Love feeling him kick in there. My Dr. told me that as long as I feel him 10 tens times in a two hour period, it's considered "healthy" movement. For now at least since he's still tucked safely in there.

Stretch marks?: Still none on the belly - yay.

Sleep?: Restless with vivid dreams.

Symptoms?: Heartburn, aches and pains in my back and hips.

Food cravings: McDonald's has brought out their peppermint hot chocolate. I'm sssoooo in love!

What I miss: A decent night's sleep!

What I'm looking forward to: Registering next month for my shower and reaching 3rd trimester.

Milestone: Making it this far! Connecting with my Dr. at my appointment last Friday.

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