How far along? 33 Weeks 4 days
Total Weight Gain: 24 lbs...depressing...think I’m going to miss my goal of containing it to 30; my doctor is not going to be pleased :(
Maternity Clothes: Yes and even those are starting to feel snug.
Stretch Marks: I think I may have my first stretch mark people. I lotioned an oiled my little heart out, but frankly there just isn’t anymore skin left to stretch. I’m genuinely concerned about how I’m supposed to go another 7 weeks!
Sleep: Eh, it’s touch and go. Could I sleep all day, yes. Would I be able to move afterwards, debatable. I’ve gotten many a charlie horse in the middle of the night lately and I’ve practiced breathing through that, so bring on the contractions (HA! Who am I kidding!?)
Best moment of this week: My parents coming to visit!!! It was so nice to have them there and take them around to go look at baby stuff. I think my dad was done within a day or two, but my mom was insatiable and it was fun to see them morph into grandparents before my eyes! Also, of course, my family and close friends shower! It was so overwhelming to have so many people that love you and want the best for you pour over you and your soon-to-be baby. I am more grateful than words can express.
Miss Anything? This week I could really go for a nice plate of sushi followed by a turkey sandwich that doesn’t have to be heated into oblivion polished off with a large mixed drink or a nice glass, err, bottle of proseco.
Movement: Hehe yes, and it is my favorite pastime to sit and watch it do its gymnastics inside my belly. This little one will go from one side to the other and back again until it finds its comfy spot. It also has this weird habit of pushing out on either side of my belly button with its back or butt until it gets comfy, so funny. Also, I’m averaging about 2-3 episodes of hiccups per day! Craziness!
Food Craving: Still pizza, cold or hot.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Feeling better these days; it seems the bouts of queasiness have passed for now. I have been getting dizzy on occasion, but I think that’s just because I move too fast. Eggs are still unappetizing, but other than that, nada.
Gender Prediction: Maybe girl this week. My friends last night did the necklace over the belly trick and both guys that did it got a girl prediction, my girlfriend however, go a boy prediction. Shrug.
Labor Signs: Braxton hicks some.
Symptoms: Starting to feel like the quintessential pregnant woman who is constantly walking around with her hand on her back. I used to stare and sneer and think to myself, that will never be me. Karma eh? By 7th period during the day, I’m wheeling myself around in a rolling chair and teaching from that seat; only the bottom half of the board gets written on HA!
Belly button in or out? Ok, so here’s the weird part about this one in particular. Some days it’s flat like a pancake and others it’s kinda poking its little head out, but just a bit. I thought for sure that you’d be able to see it through my shirts, but it changes. I feel alien like in all senses of the imagination at this point.
Wedding rings on or off? On, but I don’t see that remaining that way too long, especially since it’s getting warmer here.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy and ready to start this journey. I’m getting to the point in this pregnancy where I’m wanting it to be out rather than in.
Looking forward to: Nearing the end of the road. I know I have a full month and some to go yet, but I’m starting to get excited and anxious to see what this kid looks like, whether it’s a he or a she and beginning a new chapter in my life. I can tangibly feel the changes surrounding me and as each day passes, I’m embracing that more.
Thought I'd leave you all with some pics of the family at the most delicious restaurant EVER!!! The boiling crab!!! Only a measly hour wait this time in the freezing cold...totally worth it!
And the dog of course...a picture is worth a thousand words eh?
