Update 38- 40 weeks

So these last few weeks have been a little difficult. I really haven't felt like taking any pictures :( I am getting the normal puffiness of pregnancy-heartburn galore! I can fit into one pair of sandals!! (insert sarcastic woohoo!) I was told to officially stop working on Thursday; my blood pressure was a concern at the last visit. I have to lay on my side the majority of the day to reduce fluid retention. So since I have such a hard time sitting still in general, I've been doing one task and then laying for a little bit before doing the next thing. ( I am still technically following the rules :) I am scheduled to go back on Tuesday for a stress test for the baby. This is normal for women who go to 40 weeks, no worries! I can't believe I am at 40 weeks! The Dr. said they will induce me on the 31st if I don't have him before then. Sooo, lets hope he does come before!!!! I am so happy and feel so lucky to have had such an easy pregnancy, but I am definitely over it :(       C'MON JAXON!!

37 Weeks

I did not write anything for 37 weeks :( If I did, I cannot remember lol. Obviously, I am still behind. This is the week I started to get busy. I actually did not get a chance (or I could have been too tired lol) to take a 38 week photo either. The "agreement" Jaxon & I had (for him to come at 38 weeks:) did not happen either lol. At 37 weeks I was still feeling fine, but definitely feeling pregnant!

36 Weeks

 

Baby is the size of a: Coconut! They are pretty heavy lol. The baby weighs about 6 pounds already!! I seriously CANNOT believe I am 36 weeks! If all goes as planned (what does with pregnancy lol) I only have 2 more weeks. You see,  Jaxon & I had a talk and he understands that I am uncomfortable and he should come out sooner. So, at 38 weeks he should be making his appearance; unless of course he forgets :) He will come when he feels like it :))
How I'm feeling: I am still doing pretty darn good! The back pain, of course, has not gone away. Put that with my aching feet, I am sure I have one hot walk going on lol. But, I am still able to do every day things. My house is clean, laundry is done and I'm still making dinner! Heck, I don't even make Gary go to the grocery store :) It's better that way, he doesn't rush me :)
Sleeping: Oh bladder, why do you do this to me?! I have slept so good almost my entire pregnancy! It is just getting worse. Although, I have found a new love of strawberry milk, so a couple of nights I had the "I don't care if I'm up all night, this milk is happening right now" attitude and had a glass before bed. It was worth it at the time!
Craving: I still don't really crave anything. I like a lot lol. I still love watermelon, but now that I bought strawberry syrup, strawberry milk is awesome. I know, it's not the best thing to drink- but it's sooo good!
Missing: I am still struggling with having to be cautious with certain things, like lifting. Or gardening. I really want to pull out the bushes in the front yard, but I can't :( Soon enough though!
Maternity clothes: Ok, I got one shirt this week. It was on clearance at Target for $5!
Wedding ring: I put it on my necklace! I am so nervous about it though. I DO NOT want to lose it & I'm so afraid I will. But at least I can have it on me. It makes me feel better knowing that I have it instead of leaving it at home.
Movement: Of course. I realized one night this week while eating dinner that I see now why these women take pictures with plates of food on their bellies! My belly isn't big enough for that, but it is so hard to sit up and eat. He has no room in there, I constantly have to lean back whenever I sit. The recliner in our house has been a good seat for me lately.
Showing: I cannot believe I still fit in to this shirt! (and it's not even a maternity shirt:) My mom will be happy to see I followed through and have it on for every picture!
Signs of labor: Braxton Hicks a couple of times this week! I am down to every week at the Dr now, so I'm sure they will be looking for the signs. OHHH eMMm GeeEE I am soooo incredibly scared! I've had a couple people say I better be excited. Don't get me wrong, I am- It's just the huge fear of the unknown! like the BIGGEST unknown for a woman who does not have children.. the excitement will come when he is here. For now, I am scared for my lady parts lol
Looking forward to: My appointment in a couple of days. The last 2 appointments have been very rushed and I was not happy. So hopefully it was just a busy couple of days for them and this week will be better.

Baby Shower

Just a few pictures : )

BOY am I behind!!

So it just hit me tonight that I have not been writing on the blog! I forgot! I write every week and take pictures every week, but uploading and publishing is a totally different story lol. I hope to take the next couple of days to catch up-with one exception: I have to find where Gary put the camera! I think it may be in the hospital bag. I will find it!

35 Weeks

Baby is the size of a: Honeydew! Isn't that pretty close to a canteloupe? Maybe he just isn't supposed to grow that much this week :) We attended the newborn class this week. Interesting to say the least. It's all stuff we could have figured out, but it was nice to have someone to ask questions. Gary changed his first diaper!! Ok, on a fake baby lol but he did great. We both learned to swaddle! All in all, it was good to go but I'm glad it wasn't expensive.

How I'm feeling: I will admit, I sure am hoping he comes early lol. I still feel bad for even complaining a little. If I've made it this far with really nothing wrong beside a little back pain & heart burn, then I'm doing pretty good! BUT my back hurts so bad! It seems like if I have an issue it will come & go- but not the back pain, it's here to stay apparently!

Sleeping: Oh this must be what everyone talks about.. sleeping less for sure. I am up peeing more. From what I hear, it's because he is now head down and has "dropped" so he's on my bladder.

Missing: Hmmm.. walking normal? lol. The pain in my back sure does make me walk funny! NOT waddling yet though!!

Maternity clothes: I am not buying anything else! At least that is what I am telling myself now lol. I'm down to one t-shirt that fits and the dresses I wear to work are definitely getting a little more "fitting" lol. But I swear he is coming early, so I really don't want to spend the money!

Wedding ring: I tried, still does not fit :(

Movement: He is a movin crazy! Maybe he will be a dancer like his dad :)

Showing: Bigger by the day. Although it's nice to go to my Dr. appts to hear "omg you're so small" I'm thinking, really??! lol. They are sweet.

Signs of labor: Not much with Braxton Hicks this week. Only one day, one time. I'm ok with that!

Looking forward to: Taking the car seat to the fire station to make sure it is installed correctly. Yes, apparently this is what life will be like from now on. I'm excited about a car seat lol.