39 weeks!!

39 weeks... again.. 39 weeks... wow. I feel like I have been dreaming these last few weeks- I post every week about how things have been going, but to look back and read how things were 10 weeks or so ago, I get so teary-eyed because it really went so fast! How is it October 29th right now?!?!?! I found out I was pregnant on March 3rd, which feels like only a few weeks ago- ah! my brain is doing summersaults trying to wrap my mind around the idea of that much time has passed. I have 5 days until my EDD-- days... the final countdown.. could count on one hand- double wow... okay, reality has settled in...

This week was good, aches and pains were manageable, G is still moving like crazy which I love so my worry/stress load isn't AS high because some people say movement slows down because it gets so tight in there, but not G- she finds ways to move.. and when I say move, I mean move- haha! This past weekend alone was I (along with D) was so productive and I feel really good, ALMOST can say "I'm really ready for G to come now" -- we cleaned the house.. top.to.bottom... I smartly planned two weekends to get it down so I wouldn't over do it, and thank goodness I did. Last weekend I tackled the upstairs bathroom, our bedroom & the half of the kitchen- probably should have done more,  (but couldn't get myself to- whoops!) oh well ~ but I paid for it this weekend- our to-do list was so long! But happy to say there are only 5 things left on it- out of 30! The house is ready. Just some little up keep here & there is all that is needed, G's clothes- ready, car is cleaned, laundry is underway- did 9 loads this weekend folded and put away thank you very much (washing, drying & folding not bad its the putting away I hate). Only things left... Keela & Luna need their baths & flea treatment, swing needs to be put together, sheets need to be changed on the bed, refrigerator cleaned out & grocery shopping! Looking at the list you would probably think giving K&L their baths would be the worst, but that will be the easiest (my animal children behave so well when it comes to bath time, they (Keela) may not LOVE it, but they never give me a hard time ~ it's the grocery shopping that I don't want to do and dread it- but I need to stock up the house because I don't plan on leaving for at least a week so we can adjust and get a routine going on. ah! I'm so excited- this week is going to fly by. 

I had a doctor's appointment on Friday- cervix had not really changed, dilated about fingertip (which I have been for 3 weeks) but everything looks good! We did talk induction~ seeing as the amount of pain and agony I went thru this entire pregnancy, my doctor said it is something we could defiantly do. I was shocked.. last week my BP was a little raised (I'm usually pretty low, around 107/68) 143/94- he wasn't too alarmed, but said that also grants discussion for induction. I am not opposed of it what so ever, actually would appreciate the ability to semi-plan for T and everything else~ I go in again on Tuesday to see how things are looking (I'll be 39 weeks 3 days) and if everything still looks good.. Wednesday morning.. G will be my HALLOWEEN baby :) :) How could I say no to that? It's fate right?! My 1st baby is my forever Valentine (born 02.14.10) and to have my 2nd on another holiday.. I mean.. common :)  Guess we will have to wait and see ~ keep your fingers crossed!

Lastly to discuss, my (potential) last days with it just being life with T:: makes me get really emotional... the love my life and purpose for living ~good God, I love this girl- I am determined to make them some of her best days (hopefully she will remember) her & and I had our Mommy&T dinner date (photo below- excuse my miss preggy <no typo- it's miss piggy & pregnancy put together <-- cleaver huh??> face)- she loved it! We went to Bug-a-boo creek where they have the talking animals and what not, she acted like it was the circus and behaved so well. We are (if weather permits - hurricane Sandy is coming.. :/) going to see Finding Nemo 3d hopefully Tuesday and then have a night of window shopping (will have to get SOMETHING(S) of course) at Toys R Us- she already loves that store :) She is going to be the best big sister, I can feel it. I'm sure we will have to adjust of course, it's not going to be perfect or easy, but I am 100% sure we will come out on the other side just fine :)

mommy&t dinner date :)

just look at this profile & those CURLS <3

THIRTY-NINE WEEKS!

Baby is the size of a (n): WATERMELON!

Are we there yet? You’re probably feeling like you want to get this baby the heck out of you. We’re not sure, but the impatience and discomfort many moms feel around 39 weeks (and beyond!) might be nature’s way of getting you mentally prepared for delivery. Remember how freaked out you used to be about it? Now, at week 39 you probably don’t care what you have to do, you just don’t want to be pregnant anymore!

New Symptoms: Nothing new!
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 13.5 lbs... --   

Maternity Clothes:  same: not much to choose from, but I'm working with what I got- leggings are my savior and oh so comfy!
Stretch Marks: looks like I do have about 3 of them, but so worth it :)
Sleep: Missing it, but it's okay- this week I have not been able to stay asleep, but not feeling too many repercussions ;)

Movement: same:: SO MUCH MOVEMENT- did not think this far in I'd still be feeling so much, but it's nice to feel her moving around, I don't have to worry (as much) haha  <3

Food Cravings/Aversions: spicy of course, but then sweet immediately after (at about 345am <today> I had been up for little over an hour messing around on FB on my phone in bed.. and was dying for something spicy.. since we need to go shopping my choices were limited.. but chips&salsa&sunkist did the trick, but then I IMMEDIATELY wanted Oreos & milk... VERY strange.  

Gender: GIRL :)
Belly Button In or Out:Inish.. lol/flat!
What I Miss:   having more options for clothes!
What I am Looking Forward To: TUESDAY'S APPOINTMENT!- AHH!!

That wraps of the 39th week post.. (strange to see that number.. STILL).



Happy Monday :)

38 weeks!!

This post is pretty late- I'm actually 38 weeks and 4 days- wahoo!! 

It was a pretty good week :) The aches and pains have hit a "flat line" - I still have them, but they are no worse then they have been, which in my opinion is a good thing :) I had an appointment on Wednesday (internal) and G is staying put - no change in dilatation or effacement which is a bit disappointing, but okay-- I want her to be fully ready so enjoy it in there missy :)I have a doctor's appointment on Friday and I can't wait- we will be talking INDUCTION -- little miss will be an October baby :) I'm so excited to see her sweet face and have her outta my ribs- haha! I'm sure that is the thing I am going to miss most is the moments where her and I have those memonets where she gives me a shove or a kick and I press back - our little game <3 

Dear Giana,

I was supposed to write to you every week but as you can see your mommy is a little bit of a slacker when it comes to time management- but seeing as you have only a little bit of time left in mommy's belly I wanted to write to you and let you know I am so excited to see your beautiful face & for you to meet your big sister- and daddy too of course. It has been quite the roller coaster through pain, no sleeping, your sister jumping on you (on accident of course ;)), heart burn and the list goes on and on, but I would go through it all again for you. I love you sweet girl <3

diva.

cankles :(

fab big sister swag

THIRTY-EIGHT WEEKS!

Baby is the size of a(n): PUMPKIN!

Yow! If you feel a sort of lightening bolt running up and down your legs (and in your crotch), don’t freak out. At 38 weeks, baby’s probably sitting pretty low in your pelvis, which means he’s bumping into all kinds of nerves down there -- including some pretty sensitive ones you might not know you had. Be on the lookout for signs of labor, including contractions that come on stronger, at more regular intervals, and the “bloody show.” It could happen any day now -- or it might not be for a few weeks. Until then, try to relax.

New Symptoms: Nothing new!
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 11.5 lbs... -- not sure- I have doctor's appointment on Friday so I will see then :) 

Maternity Clothes:  not much to choose from, but I'm working with what I got- leggings are my savior and oh so comfy!
Stretch Marks: May have one, but I am not sure- lol <-- same!
Sleep: Able to get about 4 hours at a time, its wonderful haha!

Movement: SO MUCH MOVEMENT- did not think this far in I'd still be feeling so much, but it's nice to feel her moving around, I don't have to worry (as much) haha  <3

Food Cravings/Aversions: nothing new :)

Gender: GIRL :)
Belly Button In or Out:In/flat!
What I Miss:   having more options for clothes!
What I am Looking Forward To: I think I've mentioned this before... but what the heck- it's the truth:: MEETING HER :)

37 weeks!

37 WEEKS = FULL TERM!

Part of me feels like this week took forever to come and the other part feels like holy sh#t how are we here already?! I had an appointment on Wednesday and the Dr. said G is nice and low- surprised actually that she had dropped so low. I could have told him she did even before he measured my belly just by the way I walk up and down the stairs- I feel like I am a some-wrestler and probably look ridiculous. I haven't had an contractions yet, but random sharp pings in my lower stomach. It's been a good week overall- just ready to meet this little girl :) 

 

THIRTY-SEVEN WEEKS!

 Baby is the size of a(n): WINTER MELON!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Get excited. At 37 weeks, your baby has reached full term. That means he’s developed his most crucial functions. Of course, he’ll get even healthier and stronger over the next few weeks, so don’t get too impatient. Around week 37, many moms-to-be find themselves organizing cupboards and scrubbing their floors. That’s the nesting instinct kicking in as your body senses baby will be here shortly. It also might be your brain’s way of making sure you’re prepared for just about anything, so you can feel like you have an extra edge on this whole new parent thing.

 

New Symptoms: Random sharp pains in lower belly ~ nothing to crazy, just new :)
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 11.5 lbs... 

Maternity Clothes:  same:: Since the cold weather is starting to settle in, I am rocking leggings/spandex and pretty tops -- so comfy :)
Stretch Marks: May have one, but I am not sure- lol <-- same!

Sleep: Able to get about 4 hours at a time, its wonderful haha!

Movement: SO MUCH MOVEMENT <3

Food Cravings/Aversions: nothing new :)

Gender:  GIRL :)

Belly Button In or Out:In!

What I Miss:   belly sleeping :( or even sleeping flat on my back- I can last about 10 minutes and then I get nauseous  and I have to roll with a loud grunt- haha!
What I am Looking Forward To: MEETING HER :) 21 days give or take :)
 

 

Happy Sunday!
 

36 weeks!

    Hello 36 weeks and weekly doctor appointments! 

Had a doctor's appointment on Monday~ was originally planned for Wednesday because of all the pressure I was having; turns out (false hope) its just G getting in the proper position. I am a "finger tip" dilated which really means.. ah.. yeah, nothing and 50% effaced- well thank you Dr. K, thanks <-- the doctor I'm not too fond of, oh well. Everything else looks good :) just gotta be patient!
    Over all it was a good week- sleeping is getting harder only being able to sleep 2-3 hours on each side and if I even try on my back I end up waking up wanting to vomit- back sleeping=nausea <-- nooooo thank you! It's Sunday night and I am exhausted, so this is a short post, but at least I got a belly photo where I look some what put together :)

THIRTY-SIX WEEKS!

Baby is the size of a(n): HONEYDEW MELON!

Your due date is just four weeks away. Hasn’t time flown? Your once-poppy seed would probably be able to breathe on his own if he was born right now. (If not, he’d probably need some TLC, but he’d likely be okay.) Most of his systems are in working order at 36 weeks. Since baby really could decide to make his arrival any day now, try to put in a little prep work. For example, if you took a child birth class a few months ago, you might want to reread any materials you were given and practice some of the breathing techniques you learned with your partner. Go over your plan for getting to the hospital, and all the what-ifs (like, if you go into labor while you’re at work, will you go home first or straight there?). You might also want to remind your boss and colleagues of the status of all your work projects, so they know exactly where to take over if you’re suddenly out of the office. Week 36 is also a good time to enjoy a date with your partner. We’re guessing you won’t be up for dancing, but a nice dinner might be just what you two could use.

New Symptoms: Nothing new, finally in the swing of all these pregnancy symptoms.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 11 lbs... 

Maternity Clothes:  Since the cold weather is starting to settle in, I am rocking leggings/spandex and pretty tops -- so comfy :)
Stretch Marks: May have one, but I am not sure- lol

Sleep: I recently have been staying up so much later and still waking up super early, but strangely enough feel okay ~ haha, oh baby G what are you doing to me?!

Movement: SO MUCH MOVEMENT <3

Food Cravings/Aversions: nothing new :)

Gender:  GIRL :)

Belly Button In or Out:In!

What I Miss:   belly sleeping :( or even sleeping flat on my back- I can last about 10 minutes and then I get nauseous  and I have to roll with a loud grunt- haha!
What I am Looking Forward To: MEETING HER :) 27 days give or take :) :) 

Happy Sunday!

 

35 weeks!

35/35! Love this -- 35 weeks down, 35 (+/-) days to go! G is looking fabulous. I had an ultrasound on Thursday and ah, she blew my mind. She is so beautiful! She is weighing in at 5lbs 4 oz :) she gave some great poses for photos too -- I'm so excited to meet her, so is T! It's so neat to see T see G on the ultrasound screen-- she points out her features and gets so excited. T is going to be a great big sister! I have a doctors appointment this Wednesday (the 3rd) - my 1st internal exam, so we will see whats going on down there. I have been having some SERIOUS braxton hicks and a lot of pressure, back pain is still as bad as it has been, but I really am trying to look past it seeing how much time I have left. ah- I forgot the best news.. SHE IS HEAD DOWN!! Maternal head down actually -- meaning if you were looking at me she is head down laying spine on (your) left side with her feet dangling on (your) right side. It's so awesome to be able to know actually what I'm feeling (well 99% sure- she could move of course, but there isn't MUCH room for her too, so she SHOULD stay put :) WAHOO!!!!!)

beautiful <3

opening her eyes!!

THIRTY-FIVE WEEKS!

Baby is the size of a(n): COCONUT!

  





Growing, growing, growing. Yup, baby and you. You’ve reached 35 weeks, and your uterus has grown about 1,000 times its original size, a number that might sound exaggerated to everyone else -- but to you it probably feels more like a million. You can expect to gain about a half-pound a week before birth, and baby’s beefing up, too. At 35 weeks, some moms-to-be feel like they have a ton of stuff left to do before baby’s arrival. Others can barely wait for baby to make his debut. Either way, try not to stress. Baby will show up when he’s ready, and he won’t care if you haven’t checked every little detail off your list.

New Symptoms:  pressure! Lots of pressure ~ I started googling early signs of labor because it feels so weird. I don't really remember what it was like with T because I was under so much stress because of the fire (long story for another day):/
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 9lbs... strange I know.

Maternity Clothes:  Since the cold weather is starting to settle in, I am rocking leggings/spandex and pretty tops -- so comfy :)
Stretch Marks: NONE! (keep fingers crossed)

Sleep: I recently have been staying up so much later and still waking up super early, but strangely enough feel okay ~ haha, oh baby G what are you doing to me?!

Movement: SO MUCH MOVEMENT <3

Food Cravings/Aversions: nothing new :)

Gender:  GIRL :)

Belly Button In or Out:In!

What I Miss:   belly sleeping :( or even sleeping flat on my back- I can last about 10 minutes and I have to roll with a loud grunt- haha!
What I am Looking Forward To: my regular OBGYN appointment. This week starts the weekly visits-- we are getting so close 34 (+/-) days to goooooo!

T loving on her baby sister :)

Happy Sunday!

belly growth- haha!

wow- just went through my old posts-- what a belly change :) 

keep growing G :)

~ Making a decision to have a child--it's 

momentous. It is to decide forever to have 

your heart go walking around outside your 

body ~ Elizabeth Stone <3

34 weeks!

    holy moly- I'm ready, haha- I feel like time is FLYING but also going slow as a SLUG-- is that even possible?? I'm so anxious for G to get here, but also stressing because she is still BREECHED -- good lord child you are giving your mother a heart attack and you aren't even in the real world yet. 

     Cutest thing happened to me yesterday (Thursday)- don't ever remember it happening with T, I was sitting on toilet having "mommy time" (sorry if TMI) and I kept feeling her what I thought was kicking I continued to read my magazine until i realized, oh my gosh, she has the hiccups! Felt so neat!! They went on for over a minute, I felt bad for the poor girl but couldn't help but smile each time I felt one <3 

     I had my doctor's appointment on Tuesday, everything looks good, she's measuring correctly and what not, but had to have the talk about her being breeched. Doc said not to worry... yet... at my next appointment (about 2 weeks) if she still feels breeched I will have an ultrasound to prove it and then could possibly be sent over to the hospital to have her manually turned -- AH, scary. I need to do some research on that first. He said I would be given a shot to relax my uterus so there is a little more room, and then he would literally push on my belly to try to turn her... yeah, I'm PRAYING she turns on her own.  

     Short post this week, I'm going to try to lay down for a little bit while T is still asleep- this is the most recent photo of her-- my gosh is she beautiful <3 love you sweet girl!

cheeeeese :)

THIRTY- FOUR WEEKS!

Baby is the size of a: BUTTERNUT SQUASH!

Watch what you say! Your curious baby is listening in to your conversations at 34 weeks -- and might enjoy a lullaby or two -- so go ahead and sing to him. Some say that baby will recognize songs mom sings while he’s in the womb, and may even be more easily soothed by them if he’s used to them once he’s on the “outside.” At week 34, you might breathe a little easier, since baby may descend lower into your pelvis and give your lungs some space. (Ahh!) Of course, some babies don’t do this until the day they’re born, so we’re not making any guarantees. The pitfall of this descent, of course, is even more pressure on your bladder, so be prepared to make even more trips to the ladies room over the coming weeks.

New Symptoms:  Dizzy spells ~ I haven't been drinking as much as I was a few weeks ago, because honestly I keep forgetting so I think I have been dehydrated which is causing the dizzy spells, but I hate them. The worst one was when  I was driving with T in the car, I started to panic- but remembered I had to keep it together to where I could pull over for her safety- it was such a strange feeling. I now carry my nalgen bottle with me WHERE-EVER I go!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: Well, I went to the doctors on Tuesday and I am DOWN 2 lbs-- not sure how?! I eat, plenty- and sometimes not the greatest food- so total weight gain is 9lbs

Maternity Clothes:  same -->yes, since the weather is cooling down I have had to pull out some of the maternity clothing, but still rocking the dresses with quarter sleeve cover ups :)
Stretch Marks: NONE! (keep fingers crossed)

Sleep: I am getting so much more tired during the day. I really try to relax at least when T naps (that's IF she naps) but I think it's time I actually nap with her. My energy by 2pm has dwindled so much that I have to eat something a little sugary to wake myself up :( 

Movement: SO MUCH MOVEMENT <3

Food Cravings/Aversions: nothing new :)

Gender:  GIRL :)

Belly Button In or Out:In!

What I Miss:   feeling rested :/ -- I just don't feel 100% and think its unfair to T-- I am doing the best I can, so I guess that's all I can ask for!
What I am Looking Forward To: my ultrasound appointment was rescheduled for this coming thursday- bummer, but since I have been getting them for free looks like I can't complain!

Happy FaLL :)

sweet smell of faLL :)

love,