Thursday, September 17, 2009
Cervix = Fort Knox
I am 38 weeks 4 days today. I had my 38 week appointment yesterday and for the second week in a row I am still fully closed. No progress. When I heard that at my 37 week appointment I was pretty upset, but this time I am ok with it. Only 10 days until my due date, and I'm hoping to have her right around then. I know a lot of first time moms go a little late, but I feel that the risks outweigh the benefits of going past 40/41 weeks. And my doctor agrees. We are hoping to be able to schedule an induction at my next appointment, which is in 6 days. I will keep you all updated, but don't be surprised if it's another 2 weeks =)
Sunday, September 6, 2009
37 Weeks!
Today is a BIG deal! i am 37 weeks, which is technically full term! As you can tell by the over abundance of exclamation marks, I am super excited. I am due in 3 weeks, but it could really be any time now. Although I am under strict instruction to keep my legs closed until the cord blood kit gets here. My wonderful parents were so kind to give us and our daughter the best gift ever, cord blood collection and storage. Thanks mommy and daddy!
How far along? 37 Weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 39 pounds still, I hadn't gained any weight at my last appointment, thanks god!
Maternity clothes? yep, duh! I am running out of things that fit, but refuse to buy more since I'm almost done. In fact some of the earlier maternity shirts I bought have turned into half shirts, going almost above the belly button.
Sleep: Ha ha, what's that? Now I have a hard time getting back to sleep after getting up to pee, which is still around 5-6 times a night =( but I did have two whole nights of decent sleep, only getting up 4 times!
Best moment this week: Um...duh I'm full term.
Movement: I feel a lot of pushing and rolling, sometimes the pushes are pretty painful, she's strong.
Food cravings: same as pre-pregnancy, everything bad, esp. ice cream
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: I have been having some contractions, but nothing time-able. They even kept me awake one night.
Belly Button in or out? I think it's officially out.....although not enough to show through my shirts.
What I miss: sleeping all night, this will probably be my permanent answer...and a normal bladder, after reading pregnancy boards I realize I have it much worse than most pregnant women. These girls complain about having to get up twice a night.... I wish.
What I am looking forward to: Having an outside baby
Weekly Wisdom: If your body is telling you to relax then damn it, relax
Milestones: Um did I mention i am full term?
How far along? 37 Weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 39 pounds still, I hadn't gained any weight at my last appointment, thanks god!
Maternity clothes? yep, duh! I am running out of things that fit, but refuse to buy more since I'm almost done. In fact some of the earlier maternity shirts I bought have turned into half shirts, going almost above the belly button.
Sleep: Ha ha, what's that? Now I have a hard time getting back to sleep after getting up to pee, which is still around 5-6 times a night =( but I did have two whole nights of decent sleep, only getting up 4 times!
Best moment this week: Um...duh I'm full term.
Movement: I feel a lot of pushing and rolling, sometimes the pushes are pretty painful, she's strong.
Food cravings: same as pre-pregnancy, everything bad, esp. ice cream
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: I have been having some contractions, but nothing time-able. They even kept me awake one night.
Belly Button in or out? I think it's officially out.....although not enough to show through my shirts.
What I miss: sleeping all night, this will probably be my permanent answer...and a normal bladder, after reading pregnancy boards I realize I have it much worse than most pregnant women. These girls complain about having to get up twice a night.... I wish.
What I am looking forward to: Having an outside baby
Weekly Wisdom: If your body is telling you to relax then damn it, relax
Milestones: Um did I mention i am full term?
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Update
We have been in our new house 2 months now, and we love it! I had Jeremy take me around town today to some of the other areas we were considering before deciding on this house. It just confirmed how much we love this house and this neighborhood. We both feel so lucky to have made such a wise choice with really no help from anyone but my mommy and daddy of course =) Our realtor was absolutely no help, she acted like every house we were at was the best thing in this world. We were very lucky to pick such a great part of town.
Jeremy is officially working days, which is great! But.... he does work about 14 hour days. It is tough but atleast he gets quite a few days off. We are very thankful for his job and that he doesn't have to worry about pay decreases or being laid off. Not to mention the fact that we have yet to pay $1.00 for this pregnancy. In fact we did recieve a bill for $80.00 for the Gestational Diabetes test today, Jeremy called and it's already taken care of. He has also already confirmed that he is able to take paternity leave (10 days) when Jayden gets here.
Speaking of Jayden getting here, it is soooo soon! I am 35 weeks and 3 days today, making it only 4 1/2 more weeks at the most. Our doctor doesn't like to let you go past your due date because of the elevation. I have no idea what that has to do with anything but I don't care, at that point I will be just so excited to have an outside baby. At this point I am definately getting scared. I'm not scared to be a mom, I'm not worried for her health, but I'm not going to lie, I am terrified of giving birth! I know I can do it, but I also know it's going to hurt like hell and there is no way around that. Right now I am enjoying this time I get to spend with my daughter, getting to know her and bond with her while she kicks the crap out of me. Sometimes Jeremy and I just lay there with our hands on my belly trying to make out every kick and every push. Enjoying the last few weeks of just the three of us. It feels like our sweet little secret, instead of something the entire world can see.
Jeremy is officially working days, which is great! But.... he does work about 14 hour days. It is tough but atleast he gets quite a few days off. We are very thankful for his job and that he doesn't have to worry about pay decreases or being laid off. Not to mention the fact that we have yet to pay $1.00 for this pregnancy. In fact we did recieve a bill for $80.00 for the Gestational Diabetes test today, Jeremy called and it's already taken care of. He has also already confirmed that he is able to take paternity leave (10 days) when Jayden gets here.
Speaking of Jayden getting here, it is soooo soon! I am 35 weeks and 3 days today, making it only 4 1/2 more weeks at the most. Our doctor doesn't like to let you go past your due date because of the elevation. I have no idea what that has to do with anything but I don't care, at that point I will be just so excited to have an outside baby. At this point I am definately getting scared. I'm not scared to be a mom, I'm not worried for her health, but I'm not going to lie, I am terrified of giving birth! I know I can do it, but I also know it's going to hurt like hell and there is no way around that. Right now I am enjoying this time I get to spend with my daughter, getting to know her and bond with her while she kicks the crap out of me. Sometimes Jeremy and I just lay there with our hands on my belly trying to make out every kick and every push. Enjoying the last few weeks of just the three of us. It feels like our sweet little secret, instead of something the entire world can see.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
35/35
How far along? 35 Weeks, and 35 days to go.
Total weight gain/loss: 39 whopping pounds as of last week, but probably more by now.
Maternity clothes? yep, duh! I am running out of things that fit, but refuse to buy more since I'm almost done.
Sleep: Ha ha, what's that? Now I have a hard time getting back to sleep after getting up to pee, which is still around 5-6 times a night =(
Best moment this week: Getting in some baby and daddy time. He got to feel her moving for almost an hour!
Movement: I feel a lot of pushing and rolling, not a lot of kicks or punches.
Food cravings: same as pre-pregnancy, everything bad, esp. ice cream
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: I have been having some mild contractions, but nothing time-able.
Belly Button in or out? I think it's officially out.....although not enough to show through my shirts.
What I miss: sleeping all night, this will probably be my permanent answer...and a normal bladder, after reading pregnancy boards I realize I have it much worse than most pregnant women. These girls complain about having to get up twice a night.... I wish.
What I am looking forward to: Meeting my little one!!! I can't believe she's almost here!
Weekly Wisdom: I have no wisdom. I'm no expert
Milestones: All of her organs are complete and being finalized.
Total weight gain/loss: 39 whopping pounds as of last week, but probably more by now.
Maternity clothes? yep, duh! I am running out of things that fit, but refuse to buy more since I'm almost done.
Sleep: Ha ha, what's that? Now I have a hard time getting back to sleep after getting up to pee, which is still around 5-6 times a night =(
Best moment this week: Getting in some baby and daddy time. He got to feel her moving for almost an hour!
Movement: I feel a lot of pushing and rolling, not a lot of kicks or punches.
Food cravings: same as pre-pregnancy, everything bad, esp. ice cream
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: I have been having some mild contractions, but nothing time-able.
Belly Button in or out? I think it's officially out.....although not enough to show through my shirts.
What I miss: sleeping all night, this will probably be my permanent answer...and a normal bladder, after reading pregnancy boards I realize I have it much worse than most pregnant women. These girls complain about having to get up twice a night.... I wish.
What I am looking forward to: Meeting my little one!!! I can't believe she's almost here!
Weekly Wisdom: I have no wisdom. I'm no expert
Milestones: All of her organs are complete and being finalized.
Monday, August 17, 2009
34 Weeks
How far along? 34 weeks and 1 day
Total weight gain/loss: 39 whopping pounds! I am very ashamed to say.
Maternity clothes? yep, duh! I am running out of things that fit, but refuse to buy more since I'm almost done.
Sleep: Ha ha, what's that?
Best moment this week: Although it was painful she turned! No more breech baby!
Movement: I feel a lot of pushing and rolling, not a lot of kicks or punches.
Food cravings: same as pre-pregnancy, everything bad, esp. ice cream
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: None, thank goodness, it's not time yet!
Belly Button in or out? I think it's officially out.....although not enough to show through my shirts.
What I miss: sleeping all night, this will probably be my permanent answer...
What I am looking forward to: My future doctors appointments where we get down to business.
Weekly Wisdom: I have no wisdom. I'm no expert
Milestones: Her liver is done developing, and she's now finishing up development on her lungs.
Total weight gain/loss: 39 whopping pounds! I am very ashamed to say.
Maternity clothes? yep, duh! I am running out of things that fit, but refuse to buy more since I'm almost done.
Sleep: Ha ha, what's that?
Best moment this week: Although it was painful she turned! No more breech baby!
Movement: I feel a lot of pushing and rolling, not a lot of kicks or punches.
Food cravings: same as pre-pregnancy, everything bad, esp. ice cream
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: None, thank goodness, it's not time yet!
Belly Button in or out? I think it's officially out.....although not enough to show through my shirts.
What I miss: sleeping all night, this will probably be my permanent answer...
What I am looking forward to: My future doctors appointments where we get down to business.
Weekly Wisdom: I have no wisdom. I'm no expert
Milestones: Her liver is done developing, and she's now finishing up development on her lungs.
Monday, August 10, 2009
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