pregnancy

twas the night before baby....

9:19 PM


wow....

all pregnancy you look forward to being "done"....

today, I'm nervous to be "done"...

so anxious to meet this new little guy, to smell the sweet newborn baby smell, to soak in all of the baby-ness that is oh so fun!

i'm not sure if i remember how much work a new baby is....or how much sleep i won't be getting.

we've got our bags packed, and i believe we're as prepared as we can be!

Here we go.....


pregnancy

39 weeks

10:02 PM




I had my last OB appointment today!  So nice to not have to be doing that drive much more!  Baby's heartbeat was 125-130's, and I measured 40 weeks.  He also did a handheld ultrasound to see if babys head was down, and it sure was!  Had a blood pressure scare of 152/96, so I had to do labs again.  All came back okay, so we're on for the 12th!  Crazy that it's coming so soon!

How far along: 39 Weeks
Total weight gain: 30-32 lbs

Symptoms: tailbone pain, contractions, blood rushing to my legs and arms, uncomfortable, abdomen muscles feel like they are ripping

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: waking up numerous times a night to go to the bathroom.  I'm drinking a TON of water, too, so that doesn't help.
Best moment of this week: helping the girls go shopping for a gift for their baby brother
Miss anything: sleeping a whole night, being able to sit without it hurting
Movement: he doesn't like to move much in the mornings, but he sure does move a ton.  His bum has been sticking up quite a bit, and then a foot or knee will kick out the side.  His head is also very low, and there are a lot of uncomfortable movements there, too.
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  tailbone pain, contractions, but not showing any signs of it being the real thing yet....
Looking forward to: Tuesday!

pregnancy

38 Weeks

1:45 PM



Dr appt was on Thursday again.  Blood pressure was good, not dialating, heartbeat was in the 130's, and I measured right at 40 weeks.  We got to have a growth ultrasound, where baby boy looked perfect!  They are guessing he's right around 6 lb 5 oz.  Fluid levels are good, and he is engaged and ready to go :) And, still a boy!!! :)

How far along: 38 Weeks
Total weight gain: 28-30 lbs

Symptoms: tailbone pain, contractions, blood rushing to my legs and arms, uncomfortable, headaches here and there

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: still loving my daily naps
Best moment of this week: my hour massage that was a gift from my momma!
Miss anything: having my body to myself
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  contractions still....more often, but nothing super crampy yet
Looking forward to: baby coming in less than 2 weeks!

pregnancy

Baby Shower!

9:39 PM

I never thought that I would be going to a baby shower for MYSELF again.  What a surreal experience!  The ladies from church blessed our family so very much today with a shower for our sweet baby boy!


I picked out 4 different dressy outfits for Olivia to wear today, but as you can see, she wanted to be "sporty"...pick and choose the battles I guess :)

So thankful for these 3 kiddos, and Winnie too :) (not so thankful for the extra 30 lbs I'm packing these days)

Diaper cakes are so neato, and my friend Candice made this for us!

We had a brunch and dessert too!  Olivia was so excited for the red velvet cake :)  It was all so yummy!



Still so odd to see BLUE and BOY along with us....will take some getting used to!




The ladies were so wonderful to us.  After the baby gifts were opened, they then shared that it was also a "pastor's wife appreciation celebration" too.  They had more gifts, cards, and they each went around and shared what they appreciate about me.  It was a great time of sharing, and I was so blessed by the words and stories they shared :)

It was a beyond wonderful day :)

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37 weeks

8:35 AM




Dr appt today...baby's heart beat was in the 130's.  My blood pressure was 142/86, so I had to do lab work and urine culture.  All came back normal, but need to take it easy.  Also, we have an ultrasound next Thursday because baby keeps measuring bigger.  We shall see what comes from that!

How far along: 37 Weeks
Total weight gain: right at 30

Symptoms: rib and back pain, heavy body, racing heart, headaches, contractions, just kind of crummy

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: if I don't take a daily nap, I am beyond exhausted
Best moment of this week: celebrating Olivia's birthday!
Miss anything: really am missing feeling normal
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  contractions still....more often, but nothing super crampy yet
Looking forward to: Olivia's birthday party tomorrow!

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36 weeks

9:05 PM



How far along: 36 Weeks
Total weight gain: 28 I think

Symptoms: life is getting kind of miserable.  headaches, back ache, rib pain, contractions, blood pressure...ugh

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: if I don't take a daily nap, I am beyond exhausted
Best moment of this week: not sure....
Miss anything: i miss having a normal non-pregnant body
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  contractions have gotten different, more pressure, tailbone pressure especially...
Looking forward to: more resting and nesting and getting prepared for this life changing event in a few weeks....

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Preparing and Nesting

10:01 PM

Prep for this new baby boy has finally begun!  Since we found out about this pregnancy, all of the "things" we have been getting have been going in our basement bedroom.  In the last week or so, the following has been done:


  • washed all of baby boy's 0-3 month winter clothes
  • washed all of the blankets, burp cloths, sheets, towels, etc.
  • washed all of the "things", meaning the bouncer, swing, sleeper, play mat, etc.
  • put the crib up
  • washed all baby toys
  • washed all bottles, suckies, etc.
  • made a nursing cover, many burp cloths, car seat cover, diaper bag holder, and wipe case
  • began packing my hospital bag
  • probably more... :)
So, slowly but surely, we're getting there!  I will say that with how I've been feeling, I will be very surprised if baby stays put until C-section day....but, we shall see! :)

pregnancy

35 weeks

3:50 PM

How far along: 35 Weeks
Total weight gain: 28 I think

Symptoms: lots and lots of contractions during this week.  Stress induced, but there has been a lot.  They have changed, also.  They are a bit more uncomfortable....

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: finally able to sleep without a dog/puppy waking me up!
Best moment of this week: getting to love on Dixie
Miss anything: not having contractions!
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  contractions
Looking forward to: packing the hospital bag, and continuing to get ready for baby boy...

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34 weeks

11:07 PM



How far along: 34 Weeks
Total weight gain: 25 ish...ick

Symptoms: contractions are getting to feel a bit stronger, and a bit different.  Tired a lot, legs and arms feel heavy a lot, too.

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: i love to sleep!  didn't get a nap one day this week, and it affected me...how sad is that!
Best moment of this week: beginning to wash all of baby boys clothes and "stuff"
Miss anything: sleeping straight through the night without getting up...ha!  better get used to that!
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  8-10 contractions a day
Looking forward to: setting up the crib, organizing all of baby boy's stuff in the coming weeks!

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33 weeks

9:29 PM



How far along: 33 Weeks
Total weight gain: 24-25 ish...

Symptoms: contractions, getting tired more easily, very unmotivated

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: love it, and seems like I am almost needing a daily nap.
Best moment of this week: really enjoyed some time with our friends Dustin and Ashley...that was really nice!
Miss anything: not feeling like i'm tired all the time
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  8-10 contractions a day
Looking forward to: getting things set up for this baby!  we haven't done anything yet...waiting for the puppies to leave first!

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32 Weeks

9:05 PM


How far along: 32 Weeks
Total weight gain: 24-25 ish...

Symptoms: contractions, getting tired more easily

Maternity clothes: yup
Stretch marks: nothing new!
Sleep: love it, and seems like I am almost needing a daily nap.
Best moment of this week: mom got me a massage!  can't wait to use it sometime in the coming weeks
Miss anything: not feeling like i'm tired all the time
Movement: lots!
Food cravings: no
Anything making you queasy or sick: no
Have you started to show yet: yes
Gender: boy
Labor signs:  8-10 contractions a day
Looking forward to: another appt this Thursday!

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