Saturday, December 24, 2011
Hiccups!
I felt hiccups for the first time today!! Rory had them non-stop, but I've only felt them once with this little one so far.
Friday, December 23, 2011
31 Weeks!
Only 64 days to go!!!!!!!!!!!
How Far Along: 31 Weeks
Size of Baby: The size of 4 naval oranges, 16 inches, 3.3lbs
Total Weight Gained/Lost: +21lbs
Maternity Clothes: Yes. I also found my absolute most favoritist, most comfortable pair of maternity jeans that I wore with Rory. They are a little big, but I have still been wearing them!
Movement: All the time! I feel most of the kicks up high and on my sides, so I am hoping that B2 is in head down position.
Sleep: okay. Still constantly rolling over from side to side.
What I miss: Washing the dished without my stomach touching the sink and leaving my shirt soaking wet.
Cravings: No craving
Belly Button: still in. At 26 weeks I guess that it would flatten out around 32 weeks... thats next week, so we shall see.
Symptoms: Off and on achy back, braxton hicks contractions a couple of times a day, frequent urination, strong kicks, no swelling, no headaches, no cramping, no stretch marks. The "line" is getting darker. My boobs are getting heavier and I love the way my boobs fill up my bras right now. Heartburn isn't so constant...in fact, I can go a day or two without any at all. Maybe the baby is sitting lower now?
Highlights from this week: Getting all my Christmas shopping done in record time...3 days before Christmas. I'm usually a Christmas Eve shopper
Here are some maternity pictures from our shoot this past weekend...
Size of Baby: The size of 4 naval oranges, 16 inches, 3.3lbs
Total Weight Gained/Lost: +21lbs
Maternity Clothes: Yes. I also found my absolute most favoritist, most comfortable pair of maternity jeans that I wore with Rory. They are a little big, but I have still been wearing them!
Movement: All the time! I feel most of the kicks up high and on my sides, so I am hoping that B2 is in head down position.
Sleep: okay. Still constantly rolling over from side to side.
What I miss: Washing the dished without my stomach touching the sink and leaving my shirt soaking wet.
Cravings: No craving
Belly Button: still in. At 26 weeks I guess that it would flatten out around 32 weeks... thats next week, so we shall see.
Symptoms: Off and on achy back, braxton hicks contractions a couple of times a day, frequent urination, strong kicks, no swelling, no headaches, no cramping, no stretch marks. The "line" is getting darker. My boobs are getting heavier and I love the way my boobs fill up my bras right now. Heartburn isn't so constant...in fact, I can go a day or two without any at all. Maybe the baby is sitting lower now?
Highlights from this week: Getting all my Christmas shopping done in record time...3 days before Christmas. I'm usually a Christmas Eve shopper
Here are some maternity pictures from our shoot this past weekend...
Friday, December 16, 2011
30 Weeks...2 1/2 Months Left! Ah!
How Far Along: 30 Weeks
Size of Baby: head of cabbage, 15.7inches, almost 3lbs
Total Weight Gained/Lost: +21lbs
Movement: Constant!!
Sleep: Blah! I'm waking up to pee more often and I am constantly rolling over from side to side.
Little man was dying to get in the picture so I let him take part
What I miss: The ease of shaving my legs
Cravings: Raisin, Date, & Pecan Oatmeal mixed with Peaches & Cream Oatmeal with strawberries on top! Yum! I've had this combo for breakfast and lunch many days this week!
Symptoms: Heatburn after I take my prenantal vitamin, frequent bathroom stops, pain in my upper stomach (I assume from stretching). No cramping, no swelling, no headaches. I still feel wonderful and have lots of energy!
Highlights from this week: Getting to enjoy baby's movements. I'm not sure if it was due to my busy schedule or the switch to decaf coffee recently, but this kid never stops moving! I mean never! I thought it was moving a good bit before at certain times, like when I'd rest or after a meal. But boy have I been missing out on some action! I just want to sit down or lay on the couch all day to feel the kicks!
Size of Baby: head of cabbage, 15.7inches, almost 3lbs
Total Weight Gained/Lost: +21lbs
Movement: Constant!!
Sleep: Blah! I'm waking up to pee more often and I am constantly rolling over from side to side.
Cravings: Raisin, Date, & Pecan Oatmeal mixed with Peaches & Cream Oatmeal with strawberries on top! Yum! I've had this combo for breakfast and lunch many days this week!
Symptoms: Heatburn after I take my prenantal vitamin, frequent bathroom stops, pain in my upper stomach (I assume from stretching). No cramping, no swelling, no headaches. I still feel wonderful and have lots of energy!
Highlights from this week: Getting to enjoy baby's movements. I'm not sure if it was due to my busy schedule or the switch to decaf coffee recently, but this kid never stops moving! I mean never! I thought it was moving a good bit before at certain times, like when I'd rest or after a meal. But boy have I been missing out on some action! I just want to sit down or lay on the couch all day to feel the kicks!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
30 Weeks Dr.'s Visit
I met with Dr. Helton toady and everything is moving right along perfectly. I measured exact and baby's heartbeat was 149-155...once again kicking like crazy! He mentioned counting the baby's kicks daily to make sure there were at least 8-9 kicks daily. Caput! I would be worried if thats all there were. Try 108-109 daily. So, its safe to say that B2 is doing just fine!
**Next appointment in two weeks...Dec. 30th**
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Great News!
I finally go a response from the Dean about my "maternity leave" next semester and...it was approved!!!! This is huge! As nursing students, we are allowed 0 time off, and I mean zero! So I proposed to her that I make up my clinical time in January and a week or two in February before the baby comes. She met with my instructors and my plan has worked! I will double up clinical time and be able to take 4 weeks maternity leave at the end of February!!! Amazing!! I am even more excited now that this weight has been lifted off my shoulders. Ah!! I'm ecstatic.
Other great news, I passed my Gestational Diabetes test. the results came back normal. Yahoo! What a great weeks so far!
Other great news, I passed my Gestational Diabetes test. the results came back normal. Yahoo! What a great weeks so far!
Friday, December 9, 2011
29 Weeks Down!
How Far Along: 29 Weeks
Size of Baby: a butternut squash, 2.5lbs, 15 inchesTotal Weight Gained/Lost: +20lbs
Maternity Clothes: Yes. I've outgrown quite a few already :(
Movement: Yes, mostly when I am resting or laying down.
Sleep: Good. I only wake up once to use the bathroom but I constantly roll over from side to side. B2 has also been sleeping well. I haven't been woken up by any kicks or jabs in quite a few nights.
What I miss: Nothing! I bought some Decaf coffee and drink a glass everyday, so that missing link has been filled.
Cravings: Chocolate
Symptoms: Less movement, lots of kicks to the bladder, dark line is getting darker. I did notice one morning this week that I woke up with a swollen face. It was hideous. Heartburn, pressure in lower abdomen, heaviness.
Highlights from this week: I'm done with my semester and I have 4 weeks to do nothing!! Absolutely Nothing!!!
Size of Baby: a butternut squash, 2.5lbs, 15 inchesMaternity Clothes: Yes. I've outgrown quite a few already :(
Movement: Yes, mostly when I am resting or laying down.
Sleep: Good. I only wake up once to use the bathroom but I constantly roll over from side to side. B2 has also been sleeping well. I haven't been woken up by any kicks or jabs in quite a few nights.
What I miss: Nothing! I bought some Decaf coffee and drink a glass everyday, so that missing link has been filled.
Cravings: Chocolate
Symptoms: Less movement, lots of kicks to the bladder, dark line is getting darker. I did notice one morning this week that I woke up with a swollen face. It was hideous. Heartburn, pressure in lower abdomen, heaviness.
Highlights from this week: I'm done with my semester and I have 4 weeks to do nothing!! Absolutely Nothing!!!
Friday, December 2, 2011
28 Weeks...Only 3 Months to Go!!!!
Our baby can now hear our voices and can blink its eyes!
How Far Along: 28 Weeks
Size of Baby: a Chinese Cabbage, 2.25lbs, 14.5 inches
Total Weight Gained/Lost: 19
Maternity Clothes: Yes
Movement: Yes! I'm pretty sure that B2 is doing some damage in there.
Sleep: Good
What I miss: Not being gawked at!! I know people, I'm huge! No, I'm not expecting twins... and No! They did not miscalculate my due date! I'm short and my stomach is ginormous! I get it. I completely understand that this looks abnormal, but should every pregnant person look the same? I don't think so...
Cravings: Nothing
Symptoms: Lots of energy still, peeing a little more often but its not bothersome yet, no headaches, no cramping, no swelling. I still get out of breath easily. Heartburn is the devil. I have pain in my upper abdomen on the left side and I can't figure out why. Could be related to my growing uterus squishing my insides, but its very uncomfortble.
Highlights from this week: Finishing up clinicals! I'm done with clinical until January and only have one more week of testing until I'm out for the holidays! I can't wait! There is so much to be done!
My appointment got moved up for today instead of Monday. I measured exactly 28 weeks and baby's heartbeat was in the 120's. We are both healthy and growing rather quickly!
Once again, this child of mine let its personality shine...each time Dr. Huff would place the doppler, baby would kick and move to a different spot. It took a few trys to get a clear sound of the heartbeat this time, but it was fun trying!
Size of Baby: a Chinese Cabbage, 2.25lbs, 14.5 inches
Total Weight Gained/Lost: 19
Maternity Clothes: Yes
Movement: Yes! I'm pretty sure that B2 is doing some damage in there.
Sleep: Good
What I miss: Not being gawked at!! I know people, I'm huge! No, I'm not expecting twins... and No! They did not miscalculate my due date! I'm short and my stomach is ginormous! I get it. I completely understand that this looks abnormal, but should every pregnant person look the same? I don't think so...
Cravings: Nothing
Symptoms: Lots of energy still, peeing a little more often but its not bothersome yet, no headaches, no cramping, no swelling. I still get out of breath easily. Heartburn is the devil. I have pain in my upper abdomen on the left side and I can't figure out why. Could be related to my growing uterus squishing my insides, but its very uncomfortble.
Highlights from this week: Finishing up clinicals! I'm done with clinical until January and only have one more week of testing until I'm out for the holidays! I can't wait! There is so much to be done!
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