40 Weeks Pregnant

How Far along are you: 40 weeks!!  My official due date :)

Weight Gain:  Still around 30 lbs...maybe 32 

Maternity Clothes: I'm squeezing into the few that I have.  I'm more comfortable wearing gym shorts and B's t-shirts.

Food Craving:  Nope

Food Aversion:  Obviously not!

How Are You Feeling:  Pregnant, lol!!!  No swelling.  Back is a little sore and walking longer distance has become uncomfortable. 

How Are You Sleeping: Sleeping well until around 4 am, then I'm awake not going bacj to sleep. I think that main reason is because of Vivian.  She's been waking up super early.  I have my alarm set for 5:30 am so I can check the monitor to see if she's awake, which she is.  I don't look at it before 5am.  

Miss Anything:  Honestly, I'm ready for a beer or glass of wine. 

Any Discomforts:  Ribs still hurt.  Back pain and pelvic discomfort. 

Any Movement: Movements have slowed down a lot since she's running out of room.

Symptoms:  Been having menstrual type cramping which can last for a while causing a mild headache.  I thought I was having my 'bloody show' after my Drs appointment this past Monday because it lasted all afternoon until the next morning.  Might have irritated it when he checked to see if I was dilated, which I was at 2 cm.    

Labor Signs:  See above.

Gender:  Girl

Excited for anything:  Just for Joanna's debut!  If she doesn't arrive by Tuesday, I have another Drs appointment.  Hoping I'm dilated enough to strip my membrane to get things moving and possibly schedule an induction.     

36 Weeks

ow Far along are you: 36 weeks

Weight Gain:  Ugh 30 lbs.  Time to stop eating sweets and eating out so much. 

Maternity Clothes: Maternity tops.  Wearing more dresses and skirts.

Food Craving:  Back on my strawberry, yogurt and granola kick.

Food Aversion:  Obviously not!

How Are You Feeling:  Overall pretty good.  Busy toddler makes me slightly tired. 

How Are You Sleeping: Sleeping well.  Only waking up once during the night to use the bathroom. 

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  I do have a bruised rib or something on my right side.  Bothers me if I sleep on my right side, cough or sneeze.

Any Movement: She's still a busy one, but movements are starting to slow down bc of lack of room I think.

Symptoms:  Still my nose bleeds in the morning and occasional Braxton Hicks contractions.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Girl!

Mood:  Happy 

Excited For Anything:  I have another ultrasound on Tuesday to check my amniotic fluids and Wednesday I see the Dr for routine prenatal care.  We finally got Joanna's crib setup and B's parents are picking up her dresser tomorrow from Myrtle Beach.  Her room is starting to come together. 

31 Weeks

How Far along are you: 31 weeks

Weight Gain:  20 lbs.

Maternity Clothes: Maternity tops.  For my jeans I leave unbuttoned tied with a ponytail holder, but mostly live in leggings or yoga pants.

Food Craving:  Not really.

Food Aversion:  Nope.

How Are You Feeling:  Great!  

How Are You Sleeping:  Much better! 

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  I have occasional "growing pains"

Any Movement: She's little miss dancing queen.

Symptoms:  Still my nose bleeds in the morning and occasional Braxton Hicks contractions.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Girl!

Mood:  Happy 

Excited For Anything:  I'm having an ultrasound on May 30th to start checking my amniotic fluids since that was the reason I was induced with Vivian.  Also, we close on our house that we sold and the house that we bought on the same day, April 2nd.    

27 Weeks Pregnant and Vivian is 20 Months Old Today

Today Vivian and I share something special with baby Joanna, 4 months away from Vivian turning 2 and we'll meet Joanna in 3 months.

Vivian I cannot believe you're going to be a big sister soon!!!  You are going to love your sister to pieces I know.  Mommy is ready for you to have a playmate : )

Vivian at 20 months, you weigh 21.3 lbs, you are 31-1/4 inches tall and your peanut head is 44 cm (3rd percentile).  You are a dainty thing.

Your vocabulary has sky rocketed over the last month.  The CUTEST thing you are doing is when you call for your daddy.  You go, "daaaad."  I love it and so does your daddy.  You also love saying, "apple," "nana (for banana)," "bubbles," "bye bye."  

You love to color and already know some of your colors.  You still love your books as well which makes mommy happy.  You know most of your body parts when we ask you to show us where they are.  For some reason when we ask you where your knees are, you squeeze your eyes tight.  It's hilarious and we have no clue why or where that came from.     

You love to slide.  There's no slide too big for you.  You have turned into a daredevil!  You also love to climb.  Your favorite thing climb on is the kitchen table.  You are constantly climbing up there and we've even let you sit there while you eat.

Speaking of eating, you are so random.  One day you'll eat all day long and other days you barely eat at all.  You do love fruit thankfully, and breakfast!  

You love to run.  You'll just run around the house yelling.  It is so funny!!  You go even wilder when you are wearing only a disper.

You are back to loving baths.  We had a rough month when it was pure torture for you.  So happy you love them again, especially back to loving bubble baths.  

You love giving hugs and kisses...I can never get enough.  You are the sweetest little girl in the whole entire world.  Don't think you don't have tantrums because you do.  You get frustrated very easily.  Mommy is ready for you to be able to vocally tell me what you want and don't want.  

I love you on all the good and bad days little girl!!!

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 How Far along are you: 27 weeks

Weight Gain:  18 lbs.

Maternity Clothes: Maternity tops, but I'm thinking I need to break down and purchase some bottoms.

Food Craving:  No cravings lately

Food Aversion:  Nope.

How Are You Feeling:  Good but tired.

How Are You Sleeping:  So so.  I have a hard time breathing at night.  Feel like I have 10 lb weights on each of my lungs.

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  I have occasional "growing pains"

Any Movement: She's little miss dancing queen.

Symptoms:  Just my oh so fun nose bleeds in the mornings.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Girl!

Mood:  Happy and tired

Excited For Anything:  We are currently house hunting.  Praying we will find something soon since our house is currently under contract.  Not excited for this, but I have my glucose test on Wednesday.  Ready to see if I'll be diagnosed again.       

24 Weeks and 1 Day

How Far along are you: 24 weeks and 1 day 

Weight Gain:  11 lbs.  Started at 114.6, weighed 128.8 the other day.  So, 14 pounds.

Maternity Clothes: I only wear maternity tops, no bottoms yet.

Food Craving:  I've been eating a lot of fruit lately and salads.

Food Aversion:  Nope.

How Are You Feeling:  Great! 

How Are You Sleeping:  Descent.

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  Nope.

Any Movement: Some days she's more active than otherd.

Symptoms:  Just my oh so fun nose bleeds in the mornings.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Girl!

Mood:  Happy and tired

Excited For Anything:  We finally decided on a name for baby girl.  Also, Valentine's Day will be here soon.  I already have all of Vivian's goodies :)  I still need to get a gift for B :/  

22 Weeks

How Far along are you: 22 weeks.  

Weight Gain:  11 lbs.  Started at 114.6, weighed 125 yesterday thanks to my slice of pizza, garlic knot, black & white cookie, Red Robin's grilled chicken sandwhich and fries and a caramel macchiato ice cream cone from Boombalatti's.

Maternity Clothes: I only wear maternity tops, no bottoms yet.

Food Craving:  Every morning for breakfast I have two slices of cinnamon toast on whole wheat bread and every night I have strawberry yogurt with strawberries and granola.  

Food Aversion:  Nope.

How Are You Feeling:  Great! 

How Are You Sleeping:  Lots of tossing and turning lately. 

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  Nope.

Any Movement: I feel baby girl bumping around in there, especially at night.

Symptoms:  Just my oh so fun nose bleeds in the mornings.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Girl!

Mood:  Happy and tired

Excited For Anything:  Our house is officially on the market!  My Mom and B think I've gone a little overboard with the cleaning, lol.  We had our first open house today and house hunting has begun.  I also have my next prenatal appointment on the 28th.

20 Weeks

How Far along are you: 20 weeks.  20 weeks with Vivian.

Weight Gain:  8 lbs.  Started at 114.6, weighed 122 the other day.

Maternity Clothes: I bought a few tops from Target the other day and they are definitely more comfortable to wear than my regular tops.  Living in my J.Crew leggings and yoga pants.

Food Craving:  Been on a orange kick this week.

Food Aversion:  Nope.

How Are You Feeling:  Great! 

How Are You Sleeping:  Much better now that I'm using my body pillow. 

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  Not too much.  Mild cramping here and there.

Any Movement:  I feel little scratches here and there still.  No big movements.  Found out I have an anterior placenta which means I will feel less kicks and movement.  I rarely felt Vivian when I was pregnant with her and that's probably why, but no one told me. 

Symptoms:  Nose bleeding in the am are back.  I've had a few Braxton Hicks.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Girl!!!  At our anatomy scan, we found out she has a choriod plexus cyst.  They go away the majority of the time, but will have to meet with the high risk doctor as protocol.  Her anatomy scan was perfect otherwise.  

Mood:  Happy 

Excited For Anything:  My Mom is coming the end of the week.  Also, we are about to put our house on the matket.   Our realtor is coming on Saturday to look at it and see how much we can sell it for.  I've been a cleaning maniac...OCD overdrive!!! 

19 Weeks

How Far along are you: 19 weeks 1 day (19 weeks with Vivian)

Weight Gain:  9 lbs.  Started at 114.6, weighed 123.4 this am after eating breakfast.

Maternity Clothes: I'm wearing a few maternity tops and wearing my J.Crew leggings almost everyday

Food Cravings: Still major sweet tooth, but wanting to eat more salads. Hummus and dill dip.

Food Aversion:  Nope.

How Are You Feeling:  Great! 

How Are You Sleeping:  Much better now that I'm using my body pillow. 

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  Not too much.  

Any Movement:  I feel little scratches here and there still.  No big movements.

Symptoms:  Nose bleeding in the am are back.  I've had a few Braxton Hicks.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Not yet.

Mood:  Happy 

Excited For Anything:  We find what we are having on Wednesday!  Happy New Year to us!!! 

16 Weeks

How Far along are you: 16 weeks.  My 16 week stats during 1st pregnancy.

Weight Gain:  5 lbs.  Started at 114.6, weighed in today at 119.2

Maternity Clothes: Nope, but had to use a ponytail holder around my pant button today. 

Food Cravings: Sweets, all things carb and oranges

Food Aversion:  Thankfully I no longer have trouble eating anything.  Could be a bad sign! 

How Are You Feeling:  The exhaustion is getting better.  Definitely can tell my energy is coming back.

How Are You Sleeping:  I wake up everytime B comes to bed which is anywhere between 1-2:30 am every night.  It then takes an hour or two to fall back to sleep. Not cool!

Miss Anything:  Nope.

Any Discomforts:  I had slight pain last night.  Had a scary day two Sundays ago where I had bleeding all day long.  Thought I was having a miscarriage.  Thankfully no cramping or heavy like a menstrual cycle.  Called my OB that Sunday morning to see if I needed to ho to the ER.  He told me to come in on that Monday for an ultrasound since I had neither of the above going on.    Thank the good Lord everything was fine.  Strong heartbeat of 161 and the baby was moving all around. The NP said my body is pumping so much more blood tgat a blood vessel probably just popped.  Such a HUGE relief!! 

Any Movement:  I feel little scratches here and there still.  No big movements.

Symptoms:  The occasional heart burn.  My nose bleeds have stopped.

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Not yet.  Find out New Year's Eve!!!

Mood:  I've been in a great mood this past week.  I think the Christmas season has put me in better spirits :)

Excited For Anything:  Christmas in a couple of weeks and of course finding out what we are having!!

13 Weeks

How Far along are you: 13 weeks.  13 weeks the first go around.

Weight Gain:  1 lb.  Started at 114.6, weighed in today at 115.8

Maternity Clothes: Nope 

Food Cravings: Roast Beef Pita from Pita Delite and cereal.  

Food Aversion:  Vegetables.  I have to force myself to eat any which hasn't been much.  

How Are You Feeling:  EXHAUSTED!!  Pregnancy the second go around is brutal. Towards the end of the day I feel 'blah.'  My Rx for Diclegis ran out week ago which has been a different ballgame.  I felt more energized and eating anything towards the end of my 1st trimester, but then I ran out of my medicine.  I figured since I wasn't thowing up anymore, I should deal with not taking it.  I am taking an additional 100 mg of Vitamin B6 along with my prenatal.

How Are You Sleeping:  I've been falling asleep around 8:30 every night and then waking up at random times during the night which sometimes it takes me forever to go back to sleep.

Miss Anything:  No.  I've been having a cup of coffee everyday to help my fatigue.  The smell of beer makes me gag.

Any Discomforts:  I have 'growing pains.'  I have slight cramping, nothing major.

Any Movement:  I feel little scratches here and there.

Symptoms:  Nose bleeds every morning.  I had that with Vivy, too.   

Labor Signs:  No

Gender:  Not yet

Mood:  I was very moody during my 1st trimester, but now my hormones seem to be getting back on track.  Felt bad for my husband.

Excited For Anything:  I have a Drs appointment next Wednesday and of course Thanksgiving next week.     

38 Weeks

How far along are you: 38 weeks

Weight Gain: 137.4 this am.  Pre-pregnancy 116.4
Maternity Clothes: Some
Wedding Band: I'm now wearing it around my necklace.  I take it often to wash my hands so it was easier doing it that way.
Stretch Marks: Nope
Sleep: Still great!
Best Moment this Week:  Scheduling my induction
Movement: Yes
Food Cravings: Really wanted a Krispie Cream Donut this past week since 3 different patients brought them to us.
Labor Signs: A few contractions here and there.  Almost crampy feeling.
Symptoms: My feet are slightly swollen today because I walked a lot yesterday in flip flops
Belly Button: The top part is kinda sticking out
Mood: Anxious, Scarred, Excited
Looking Forward To: Our baby girl, Vivian Rose, being born on Friday!!!!!!

Things I will miss about being pregnant:  I will miss feeling her move and kick, I will miss feeling her have the hiccups, knowing she is with me every day.

Things I will not miss: Having to check my BS 4 times a day, watching every little thing that I eat, sleeping on my left side.

I truly cannot believe she will be here in just a few days.  We are so blessed that God has given us this gift and trusts us to take care of the little human being.  I am so happy He chose us and not anyone else to be her parents.  She is going to be so loved!  Truly one lucky little girl!!! 

Side note, I think Brody is going to miss this belly being his pillow :)

36 Weeks

How far along are you: 36 weeks.  4 weeks left!!!

Weight Gain: 137 yesterday. I didn't weigh myself this am because my feet and legs are swollen.
Maternity Clothes: Some
Wedding Band: I'm now wearing it around my necklace.  I take it often to wash my hands so it was easier doing it that way.
Stretch Marks: Nope
Sleep: Still great!
Best Moment this Week:  I had my baby shower last night with my DVC work girls
Movement: Yes
Food Cravings: I really wanted some wine last night.
Labor Signs: Nope
Symptoms: Started to fatigue more easily.  Plus, I've gone from walking to waddling
Belly Button: In
Mood: Ready for D-Day!
Looking Forward To: Seeing how she's measuring on June 11th.  I'm just ready to meet our little girl!

Baby Shower #2

Last night my work girls gave me a lovely baby shower at Elijah's restaurant downtown.  So much food was ordered and drinks were poured.  Obviously,  I had endless glasses of water!  We ordered Bruschetta, Olive and Cheese Bread, Calamari and Crab Dip to start us off.  For my main meal I had the Mixed Grill which included grilled shrimp, mahi mahi and salmon with a side of vegetable medley.  Boy was it delicious!  That was a wise decision.  

After stuffing our face it was time for me to open my gifts.  One of my best friends, Jen, got me Baby Einsteins Caterpillar and Friends Play Mat.

 Baby Einstein Play Mat

Everyone else contributed to getting me 3 months supply of diapers and wipes from Jessica Alba's company, The Honest Company.  I pick my diaper design and they my mail them to my house.  How cool is that!  The diapers and wipes are organic which is an added plus.

Diapers and Wipes 

After we got our check we walked out to the Riverfront to take a few pictures.  It was such a beautiful night!

I look like I have a Butterball Turkey under my dress, ha!  I couldn't ask for a better group of girls to work for.  I am VERY lucky!!!

 

35 Weeks

How far along are you: 35 weeks

Weight Gain: 135 before leaving for our trip
Maternity Clothes: Some
Wedding Band: I'm now wearing it around my necklace.  I take it often to wash my hands so it was easier doing it that way.
Stretch Marks: Nope
Sleep: Still great!
Best Moment this Week:  We went on a 'Babymoon' to Washington DC
Movement: Yes
Food Cravings: Pizza and candy.  The two things I can't have!
Labor Signs: Nope
Symptoms: Started to fatigue more easily.  Plus, I've gone from walking to waddling
Belly Button: In
Mood: Ready for D-Day!
Looking Forward To:  I always enjoy my weekly appointments to check my amniotic fluids because I get an ultrasound each time.  I'm also ready for my June 11th appointment with Dr. Wright to see if I'll be induced since he started me on insulin on Friday to help with my fasting numbers.  Nothing like having to inject yourself with a needle when your own vacation in a public bathroom.  Thankfully, giving myself a shot is easier than pricking my finger!




33 weeks

How far along are you: 33 weeks 
Weight Gain: 134.2 this am
Maternity Clothes: Some
Wedding Band: On
Stretch Marks: Nope
Sleep: Still great!
Best Moment this Week:  I had my first baby shower on Thursday and I got to eat a piece of cake!
Movement: Yes
Food Cravings: Not too bad.  Just dessert.
Labor Signs: Nope
Symptoms: My ankles are beginning to swell :(  Plus, my veins in my legs are taking a beating
Belly Button: In
Mood:  Ready for D-Day!
Looking Forward To:  My appointment with Dr. Wright to see how she's measuring and hopefully I will get an idea on when she will be born.

30 Weeks

How Far Along Are You: 30 weeks

Weight gain:  130.8 this am (started at 116.6).  Lost a couple of pounds after finding out I have gestational diabetes.  On that note, they will not let me go past 39 weeks.  Can't believe she'll be here in 9 weeks.  Crazy!!

Maternity Clothes: A few maternity tops.

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: Nope.

Sleep: Sleeping great!

Best Moment This Week: Feeling little one move a lot more.  So cool seeing my stomach move.

What I Miss:  Sweets, french fries and not having to watch what I eat.

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement: Yep!

Food Cravings?: Any dessert after my dinner, but can't eat any :(

Anything making you feel blah or sick?:Nope

Gender:  GIRL!!!

Labor Signs:  No.

Symptoms:   Having a few Braxton Hicks contractions here and there

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: Getting excited

Looking Forward To:  All my doctor visits which I'm seeing 1-2 times per week.  At my first high risk appointment I found out my amniotic fluids were low, 6.1.  He wants me to have an ultrasound weekly to make sure my fluids aren't decreasing.  If they continue, I will be on bed rest.  Hopefully, that won't happen.  He told me to drinks LOTS of water and relax more...not worry about exercising so much.  Miss Vivian is a day behind in her growth which he wasn't concerned with.  She's just over 2 lbs.  I have my next ultrasound this Tuesday...crossing fingers my amniotic fluid has increased.  On Thursday, I have my regular two week appointment to have my stomach measured and hear her little heartbeat.  Its been running in the 150's which is great!

26 weeks

How Far Along Are You: 26 weeks

Weight gain:  131 this am (started at 116.6)

Maternity Clothes: A few maternity tops.

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: Nope.

Sleep: Sleeping well overall.  Few nights here and there I wake up and unable to go back to sleep.

Best Moment This Week: BK finally felt Vivy move!  He's been scared to keep his hand of my belly, but he finally manned up and felt her :)

What I Miss:  Nothing.

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement: Yes.  Not constant movement. 

Food Cravings?: Still loving my peanut butter.

Anything making you feel blah or sick?:Nope

Gender:  GIRL!!!

Labor Signs:  No. 

Symptoms:   My nose bleeds every single morning. That's about it.

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: Somewhat energized. 

Looking Forward To:  Hearing back from my gestational diabetes test on Monday.  

21 weeks (almost 22 weeks)...

Got my haircut on Saturday and she cut it a little shorter than I wanted and I swear it makes my face look so much bigger!  Ugh.

How Far Along Are You: 2 weeks...I will be 22 on Wednesday.  Easier taking my pics on Sundays

Weight gain:  126.8 lbs this am.    (started at 116.6)

Maternity Clothes: No yet, but I think I may have to come to realization that it is time to make a few purchases.

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: Nope.

Sleep: Sleeping through the night. 

Best Moment This Week: Getting her room together

What I Miss:  My occasional drink.  Sad, I know.

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement: Still just the flutter every once in a while.  The Dr. said it could be where my uterus is which could cause a delay on feeling her kick.

Food Cravings?: Graham crackers and peanut butter.  Can't get enough!!

Anything making you feel blah or sick?: Nope.

Gender:  GIRL!!!

Labor Signs:  No. 

Symptoms:   Nope.  Feeling great!

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: Happy

Looking Forward To:  Going to Whale of a Sale on Wednesday to buy a few more clothes that are higher end.

20 Weeks...

How Far Along Are You: 20 weeks...I will be 21 on Wednesday.  Easier taking my pics on Sundays

Weight gain:  125.4 lbs this am.    (started at 116.6)

Maternity Clothes:  Not yet.  My soon-to-be mom friend, Nichole, gave me one of her belly bands this week :)

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: Nope.

Sleep: Sleeping through the night. 

Best Moment This Week: Heard the heartbeat this past Wednesday.

What I Miss:  The way work has been lately, I miss my adult beverages.

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement:  Just the flutter every once in a while.  The Dr. said it could be where my uterus is which could cause a delay on feeling her kick.

Food Cravings?: Graham crackers and peanut butter.  Can't get enough!!

Anything making you feel blah or sick?: Nope.

Gender:  GIRL!!!

Labor Signs:  No. 

Symptoms:   Nope.  Feeling great!

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: So happy we are pregnant

Looking Forward To:  Putting the crib together.  We painted her room today :) 

19 Weeks

How Far Along Are You: 19 weeks

Weight gain:  124.8 lbs now  (started at 116.6)

Maternity Clothes:  Not yet, but may have to purchase a belly band soon

Wedding band on or off: On

Stretch Marks: None.  I've been lathering myself with Palmer's Cream.

Sleep: I've been sleeping well lately.

Best Moment This Week: Prenatal yoga.  Not much of an exciting week.

What I Miss:  Nothing much.  Probably sleeping on my stomach.

Does Anyone Know?:  Everyone does now.

Movement:  I fill a flutter every now-and-then.  Hopefully I will start feeling something soon.  I told Brian that's when I will actually 'feel' pregnant.

Food Cravings?: Not lately

Anything making you feel blah or sick?: Nope.

Gender:  Not yet. 

Labor Signs:  No.  I would be freaked out if I did right now!

Symptoms:   No symptoms lately.  Been feeling like my old self :) 

Belly button in or out?:   I have an iny-outy belly button.  I'm sure this sucker will be pocking out for sure.

Mood: Energized.  I seem to have my energy back which helps with working out.

Looking Forward To:  Finding out the gender on Wednesday, Feb 6th!!!!