Showing posts with label Belly bump. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Belly bump. Show all posts
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Thursday, March 28, 2013
38 Week Belly Bump
I am truly savoring my last few days as a pregnant woman; where this baby is all mine and my belly is beautifully round. Pregnancy is probably the best and most favorite time for me. It is the only time I am fully confident and comfortable in my own skin. To grow and birth another human being is just such an amazing thing.
How far along - 38 weeks according to the early ultrasounds. 39 weeks according to my cycle dates. It really could be ANY day now.
Weight gain - 18 lbs! This is now my highest gaining pregnancy! Most likely due to the fact that this is also my longest pregnancy... I predicted a 15-20lb gain so I'm right on!
Morning sickness/nausea - Will I jinx myself if I say this is the first pregnancy where I have not had ANY pregnancy induced nausea? I haven't thrown up once and am so grateful for that!
Movement - Sometimes it feels like a little alien in there trying to bust out! Activity level is great which is what a want after our scare the other night.
Contractions - Some days I get several in an hour's time and others, I barely notice any. Since we're at the "any day now" point, every contraction that comes I wonder to myself "Is this it?"
Pain - I still have pain in my pelvis and yesterday (Tuesday) I had pains in the lower half of my stomach. It was like a sharp throbbing pain that made it hard to do anything.
Sleep - I sleep just fine, it's the getting comfortable part that's difficult! Rolling over and getting out of bed are such a chore now!
Stretchmarks - Praise the Lord, I've made it through three pregnancies without any! *I should note that I did get a few during my first pregnancy on my boobs. They're mostly faded and I haven't gotten any more since then.*
Maternity clothes - Obviously this is a yes. I wear Gabe's shirts too because they are longer and fit over my tummy better than my own t-shirts.
Food cravings/aversions - No and no. I'll get cravings but they're never to the point where I *have* to have it.
Eating/drinking - No problems here.
Boy or Girl - We still don't know but we'll find out soon! (I still think it's a girl.)
Lowlights of the week - The scare we had on Sunday was no fun. Thankfully, everything is OK and the baby's movement is back to normal now.
Highlights of the week - We set up the birth pool to see its size and how it fits in the bedroom. It's very padded, quite tall for my short legs to step over the sides, and comfortable!
Anything to add - Just knowing that this may be my last Belly Bump update is very bittersweet. I'm trying to savoring these last few days and soak it all up. The impending labor is getting to my mind. It's almost all I think about and I have so many questions and wonder how it will all play out. I daydream about it and run tons of scenarios through my head all the time.
How far along - 38 weeks according to the early ultrasounds. 39 weeks according to my cycle dates. It really could be ANY day now.
Weight gain - 18 lbs! This is now my highest gaining pregnancy! Most likely due to the fact that this is also my longest pregnancy... I predicted a 15-20lb gain so I'm right on!
Morning sickness/nausea - Will I jinx myself if I say this is the first pregnancy where I have not had ANY pregnancy induced nausea? I haven't thrown up once and am so grateful for that!
Movement - Sometimes it feels like a little alien in there trying to bust out! Activity level is great which is what a want after our scare the other night.
Contractions - Some days I get several in an hour's time and others, I barely notice any. Since we're at the "any day now" point, every contraction that comes I wonder to myself "Is this it?"
Pain - I still have pain in my pelvis and yesterday (Tuesday) I had pains in the lower half of my stomach. It was like a sharp throbbing pain that made it hard to do anything.
Sleep - I sleep just fine, it's the getting comfortable part that's difficult! Rolling over and getting out of bed are such a chore now!
Stretchmarks - Praise the Lord, I've made it through three pregnancies without any! *I should note that I did get a few during my first pregnancy on my boobs. They're mostly faded and I haven't gotten any more since then.*
Maternity clothes - Obviously this is a yes. I wear Gabe's shirts too because they are longer and fit over my tummy better than my own t-shirts.
Food cravings/aversions - No and no. I'll get cravings but they're never to the point where I *have* to have it.
Eating/drinking - No problems here.
Boy or Girl - We still don't know but we'll find out soon! (I still think it's a girl.)
Lowlights of the week - The scare we had on Sunday was no fun. Thankfully, everything is OK and the baby's movement is back to normal now.
Highlights of the week - We set up the birth pool to see its size and how it fits in the bedroom. It's very padded, quite tall for my short legs to step over the sides, and comfortable!
Anything to add - Just knowing that this may be my last Belly Bump update is very bittersweet. I'm trying to savoring these last few days and soak it all up. The impending labor is getting to my mind. It's almost all I think about and I have so many questions and wonder how it will all play out. I daydream about it and run tons of scenarios through my head all the time.
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Thursday, March 14, 2013
36 Week Belly Bump
Say what?! How can I be this close to the end? This pregnancy has flown by and I have so many mixed feelings about it ending soon. On one hand, I love the thought of holding our sweet little baby. But on the other hand, I know I'm going to miss being pregnant. It seems like everyone I talk to asks the same question. "Are you ready to have that baby?" My response is always "Yes and no."
How far along - 36 weeks according to the early ultrasounds. 37 weeks according to my cycle dates. Technically speaking, in the medical world, I'm considered full term! To me, I believe full term is actually 38+ weeks and hope the baby stays in until at least then.
Weight gain - 16 lbs! Supposedly babies gain half a pound a week during the last month, so that should put me at an 18-20lb weight gain. I predicted a 15-20lb gain so I'm right on!
Morning sickness/nausea - Will I jinx myself if I say this is the first pregnancy where I have not had ANY pregnancy induced nausea? I haven't thrown up once and am so grateful for that!
Movement - So strong! The baby is still moving great and has a very active period of almost constant movement in the evening. We're talking FULL belly rolls and random body parts distorting the look of my stomach. (see photo below.) You can see the top of my belly is lopsided. That's a baby butt sticking out. :)
Contractions - If I'm active, I will have contractions. Something that puzzles me is that almost every time I go from sitting to standing, I get one. They are coming more frequently (still not time-able though) and some I actually have to stop what I'm doing to get through it.
Pain - I'm not exactly sure what this is but I have pain or rather an uncomfortable feeling inside my pelvic area that I can only think of as maybe my cervix changing. There will be no vaginal exams before labor so I won't know if that's it or not.
My pelvic and back pain (Oh the back pain!) is here to stay apparently.
Sleep - I've had to go back to using the pregnancy pillow because I would wake up with back and hip pain as a result of the position I would sleep in (I always seemed to end up on my back). With the pillow, it's helped relieve some of the pain and keeps me sleeping on my side.
I can usually manage to make it the whole night without going to the bathroom. That could also be because I'm too lazy to even attempt to get up as it takes so much effort just to get out of bed!
Stretchmarks - Praise the Lord, I've made it through three pregnancies without any! *I should note that I did get a few during my first pregnancy on my boobs. They're mostly faded and I haven't gotten any more since then.*
Maternity clothes - Obviously this is a yes. I wear Gabe's shirts too because they are longer and fit over my tummy better than my own t-shirts.
Food cravings/aversions - No and no. I'll get cravings but they're never to the point where I *have* to have it.
Eating/drinking - No problems here.
Boy or Girl - I am constantly calling this baby "she and her". Don't know if that's some sort of sign or what. I've had everyone (we're talking people I know and random strangers) tell me I look like I'm having a girl. Or it looks like a boy belly.
Lowlights of the week - The baby's movements are so strong (which is good!) but they hurt! It's in my ribs, bladder, lungs, all over. I think the baby is trying to bust out of my tummy!
Also the contractions. I don't mind them but this week Gabe has been out of town so it makes me nervous.
Highlights of the week - We had our home visit with the midwife last week and all was good. Unfortunately, the way our bedroom is setup, the birth pool won't fit so we have to rearrange the furniture. The car seat arrived in time and we'll be putting it in around week 39, or after the baby is here... we're obviously not in a rush. :)
Anything to add - Alena is getting more and more into the baby. She'll feel my tummy when the baby is active and squeal with delight!
I still need to get out clothes and the cloth diapers and get them washed and ready.
Pregnant waddle is out in full force!
How far along - 36 weeks according to the early ultrasounds. 37 weeks according to my cycle dates. Technically speaking, in the medical world, I'm considered full term! To me, I believe full term is actually 38+ weeks and hope the baby stays in until at least then.
Weight gain - 16 lbs! Supposedly babies gain half a pound a week during the last month, so that should put me at an 18-20lb weight gain. I predicted a 15-20lb gain so I'm right on!
Morning sickness/nausea - Will I jinx myself if I say this is the first pregnancy where I have not had ANY pregnancy induced nausea? I haven't thrown up once and am so grateful for that!
Movement - So strong! The baby is still moving great and has a very active period of almost constant movement in the evening. We're talking FULL belly rolls and random body parts distorting the look of my stomach. (see photo below.) You can see the top of my belly is lopsided. That's a baby butt sticking out. :)
Contractions - If I'm active, I will have contractions. Something that puzzles me is that almost every time I go from sitting to standing, I get one. They are coming more frequently (still not time-able though) and some I actually have to stop what I'm doing to get through it.
My pelvic and back pain (Oh the back pain!) is here to stay apparently.
Sleep - I've had to go back to using the pregnancy pillow because I would wake up with back and hip pain as a result of the position I would sleep in (I always seemed to end up on my back). With the pillow, it's helped relieve some of the pain and keeps me sleeping on my side.
I can usually manage to make it the whole night without going to the bathroom. That could also be because I'm too lazy to even attempt to get up as it takes so much effort just to get out of bed!
Stretchmarks - Praise the Lord, I've made it through three pregnancies without any! *I should note that I did get a few during my first pregnancy on my boobs. They're mostly faded and I haven't gotten any more since then.*
Maternity clothes - Obviously this is a yes. I wear Gabe's shirts too because they are longer and fit over my tummy better than my own t-shirts.
Food cravings/aversions - No and no. I'll get cravings but they're never to the point where I *have* to have it.
Eating/drinking - No problems here.
Boy or Girl - I am constantly calling this baby "she and her". Don't know if that's some sort of sign or what. I've had everyone (we're talking people I know and random strangers) tell me I look like I'm having a girl. Or it looks like a boy belly.
Lowlights of the week - The baby's movements are so strong (which is good!) but they hurt! It's in my ribs, bladder, lungs, all over. I think the baby is trying to bust out of my tummy!
Also the contractions. I don't mind them but this week Gabe has been out of town so it makes me nervous.
Highlights of the week - We had our home visit with the midwife last week and all was good. Unfortunately, the way our bedroom is setup, the birth pool won't fit so we have to rearrange the furniture. The car seat arrived in time and we'll be putting it in around week 39, or after the baby is here... we're obviously not in a rush. :)
Anything to add - Alena is getting more and more into the baby. She'll feel my tummy when the baby is active and squeal with delight!
I still need to get out clothes and the cloth diapers and get them washed and ready.
Pregnant waddle is out in full force!
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| Take a look at all those veins! So much extra blood going through me. |
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| Notice the dark line down the middle of my tummy that many pregnant women get. |
Saturday, March 2, 2013
34 Week Belly Bump
How far along - 34 weeks Keep in mind that this is according to the early ultrasound date. If I go by my cycle dates (which is what the midwife goes by), I'm actually 35 weeks. Either week is fine since we will not be inducing and the baby will come when it comes.
Weight gain - 15 lbs! With just 6 (give or take) weeks left, the baby (and I) are putting on the pounds! I think the midwife will be happier when I see her next week because this is the biggest weight gain so far (3 lbs in two weeks). I predicted a 15-20lb gain so I'm right on!
Morning sickness/nausea - So far, so good. :)
Movement - ALL THE TIME! I think this baby loves being touched because if there is a hand (from Gabe, the kids, or myself) on or rubbing my belly, the baby will "come to the surface" and move around as if trying to get us to rub him/her all over. It's cute but Gabe likes to choose when we go to bed to do this and the baby will be moving like crazy as I'm trying to go to sleep.
Contractions - They are becoming more frequent and getting stronger (I've actually stopped what I was doing and thought "Ouch!"). It varies quite a bit and hasn't ever been regular enough to worry about or think about timing them though.
My pelvic pain is here to stay apparently (or at least until the baby is here).
The baby's movement is getting more painful the more crammed it gets in there. I can really feel my skin around my belly button stretching but that's OK because the baby is growing and healthy.
Sleep - I have more trouble getting comfortable but once I am, I pass out and am in a dead sleep for most of the night. Unfortunately, because of that, I wake up usually in an uncomfortable position that is causing me pain and really have to pee. I have a hard time rolling over (understandably so) and it causes pain in my pelvis. Poor Gabe, because I use him to shove myself up in bed so I can get up. He doesn't mind too much though. Right, hon?
Stretchmarks - Still none. Thank you God!
Maternity clothes - Obviously this is a yes. I wear Gabe's shirts too because they are longer and fit over my tummy better than my own t-shirts.
Food cravings/aversions - I get cravings but rarely act on it because that would involve going out to eat and we just cannot spend all that money. Not really any specific aversions.
Eating/drinking - I have been LOVING Oreos lately! And I'm always thirsty so I try to drink lots of water which means I'm always running to the bathroom.
Boy or Girl - I am constantly calling this baby "she and her". Don't know if that's some sort of sign or what.
Lowlights of the week - The baby's movements are so strong (which is good!) but they hurt! It's in my ribs, bladder, lungs, all over. I think the baby is trying to bust out of my tummy!
Highlights of the week - Gabe had some mix ups at work and is now not leaving for business trips in my last month of pregnancy! Slight downside though... we were counting on the four days of leave he would have earned and then taken off when the baby comes. We finally ordered the car seat! Shipping said two to four weeks so this baby definitely needs to stay in until that gets here!
Anything to add - I need to get out clothes and the cloth diapers and get them washed and ready. I can not for the life of me, walk like a normal person! Pregnant waddle is out in full force!
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Wednesday, February 13, 2013
32 Week Belly Bump
How far along - 32 weeks Keep in mind that this is according to the early ultrasound date. If I go by my cycle dates (which is what the midwife goes by), I'm actually 33 weeks. Either week is fine since we will not be inducing and the baby will come when it comes.
Weight gain - 12 lbs! I have already gained the same amount as in Christian's pregnancy. If I keep up this one pound per two weeks, I'm looking at 16ish pounds. I predicted a 15-20lb gain so I'm right on!
Morning sickness/nausea - Not at all.
Movement - This baby is the BIGGEST mover of all three of my pregnancies! I am thrilled to bits that the movement is so good and strong but goodness! Give momma a break once in a while (preferably in the middle of the night so I don't have to wake up to you tap dancing on my bladder)!
Contractions - I usually get 3 or 4 a day that I notice. I like to concentrate and practice breathing through them even though they aren't painful. Anything I can do to help get ready for the real deal.
Pain - Seeing the chiropractor has helped a lot with my back pain. When it hurts between my shoulder blades, Gabe will crack it and that helps. He will not however, touch my lower back because there's just no easy way to do it.
I have started having pain in my hips while laying in bed. I frequently have to switch sides which means I'm waking up more at night.
This is only minor but right around my belly button, I can really start to feel the skin stretching. I'm praying for no stretchmarks!
I am having more and more pain in my pelvic area. It hurts the most when I have to use my legs for anything, like switching positions while sitting or laying, standing up, or even when getting pants on and off.
Sleep - This is getting much more difficult for me. With my hip pain, I have to move around more and I get up more to pee. This means I get less of the restful sleep I need. Also, I will wake up and realize that the baby is going crazy in my belly!
Stretchmarks - No. Thank God!
Maternity clothes - Of course. I've even started to wear some of Gabe's t-shirts because my maternity shirts don't quite cover the bottom of my belly and I don't like the draftiness of that.
Food cravings/aversions - I get cravings but rarely act on it because that would involve going out to eat and we just cannot spend all that money. Not really any specific aversions.
Eating/drinking - Not much to say about this. I can eat and drink pretty much what I want and feel fine. Caffeine is iffy because it can upset my stomach but I try not to have too much of it anyway. There are times where I have to remind myself to eat a snack or a meal when I'm just a tiny bit hungry. My hunger can go from barely there to raging in no time.
Boy or Girl - I am constantly calling this baby "she and her". Don't know if that's some sort of sign or what.
Lowlights of the week - The difficulty in sleeping and sitting comfortably. We found out that Gabe has two more business trip before the baby comes. I'll be 36 & 37 weeks so we're praying this baby stays in!
Highlights of the week - Gabe came home from a two week business trip this past weekend! I was happy to have him home because I am exhausted! I don't quite know if I would classify this as a "highlight" or TMI but it's exciting nonetheless. I've started leaking from my breasts which excites me because I know that my body is preparing for the baby and I am so looking forward to breastfeeding again!
Anything to add - We still have not gotten anything ready for this baby. No car seat yet either. We're honestly not stressing out about it. Maybe because this is our third time going through all this? I don't know but it feels good to be this calm about everything.
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| This is the only 31 week picture I took. |
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| 32 Weeks |
Thursday, January 31, 2013
30 Week Belly Bump
How can we be so close to being done already?!
How far along - 30 weeks
Weight gain - 11 lbs! My belly also grew 4 weeks worth in just the last two weeks! My midwife was shocked when she went to measure my growth but yay baby! Last time I was measuring two weeks behind and this time I was exactly where I should be!
Morning sickness/nausea - Not at all.
Movement - I get random periods of movement throughout the day but I can ALWAYS count on a dance party in my tummy from around 6-9 pm! It is almost non-stop! There are jabs, pokes, kicks, and those very strong rolls that move my entire tummy.
Contractions - Some Braxton Hicks here and there. Nothing we're worried about though.
Pain - My back pain still comes and goes. Gabe will crack my back between my shoulder blades and that helps a lot. He will not however, touch my lower back. It's hard because I can't lay on my tummy for him to crack it so we leave that up to the chiropractor and his special maternity table to fix.
Sleep - Sleep is good when I finally get comfortable. It's getting difficult to roll over and find a good comfortable position.
Stretchmarks - No. Thank God!
Maternity clothes - Yes, yes, and yes!
Food cravings/aversions - I get cravings but rarely act on it because that would involve going out to eat and we just cannot spend all that money. Not really any specific aversions.
Eating/drinking - I can't eat huge meals because I get full very quickly.I am also trying to make a conscious effort to eat and snack often throughout the day for the weight gain and baby growth. Apparently it's been working with all the growing I did the past couple of weeks!
Boy or Girl - I've been predicting girl this whole time but there are moments where I have doubts.
Lowlights of the week - Obviously it is getting harder to sit comfortably like pre-pregnancy. I have to elongate my upper body or the baby will give me some hard jabs to remind me.
Highlights of the week - My sister-in-law had her first baby last week and it has gotten me so excited to have my own here shortly! (Although, I will be sad to see this pregnancy end.)
Anything to add - I'm in denial at how close the birth really is. The labor is always on my mind. Thinking about how it will go, if it will be fast, painful, how I will literally birth, etc. We have yet to buy a car seat for the little one and I always think we have a lot of time but when I think realistically, I get a mini panic attack at how close it is and how much I would still like to get done before he/she is here!
You can see the growth of my belly by the way my tank top is fitting. This is the first week it does not cover my belly!
How far along - 30 weeks
Weight gain - 11 lbs! My belly also grew 4 weeks worth in just the last two weeks! My midwife was shocked when she went to measure my growth but yay baby! Last time I was measuring two weeks behind and this time I was exactly where I should be!
Morning sickness/nausea - Not at all.
Contractions - Some Braxton Hicks here and there. Nothing we're worried about though.
Pain - My back pain still comes and goes. Gabe will crack my back between my shoulder blades and that helps a lot. He will not however, touch my lower back. It's hard because I can't lay on my tummy for him to crack it so we leave that up to the chiropractor and his special maternity table to fix.
Sleep - Sleep is good when I finally get comfortable. It's getting difficult to roll over and find a good comfortable position.
Stretchmarks - No. Thank God!
Maternity clothes - Yes, yes, and yes!
Food cravings/aversions - I get cravings but rarely act on it because that would involve going out to eat and we just cannot spend all that money. Not really any specific aversions.
Eating/drinking - I can't eat huge meals because I get full very quickly.I am also trying to make a conscious effort to eat and snack often throughout the day for the weight gain and baby growth. Apparently it's been working with all the growing I did the past couple of weeks!
Boy or Girl - I've been predicting girl this whole time but there are moments where I have doubts.
Lowlights of the week - Obviously it is getting harder to sit comfortably like pre-pregnancy. I have to elongate my upper body or the baby will give me some hard jabs to remind me.
Highlights of the week - My sister-in-law had her first baby last week and it has gotten me so excited to have my own here shortly! (Although, I will be sad to see this pregnancy end.)
Anything to add - I'm in denial at how close the birth really is. The labor is always on my mind. Thinking about how it will go, if it will be fast, painful, how I will literally birth, etc. We have yet to buy a car seat for the little one and I always think we have a lot of time but when I think realistically, I get a mini panic attack at how close it is and how much I would still like to get done before he/she is here!
You can see the growth of my belly by the way my tank top is fitting. This is the first week it does not cover my belly!
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I'm thinking the positioning of the baby has a lot to do with the fact that I look bigger in my 29 week photos than in my 30 week. Don't you think so?
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