I've been neglectful of my bumpdates for the last few weeks. Not that it's a huge deal to you all, but I really wanted to keep a weekly update to look back on post-pregnancy. It will be fun to share these with Micah one day & compare this pregnancy to any future pregnancies.
Here we are at 30 weeks! I cannot believe we could have our sweet boy here in as little as two months! :) Here's to ten more weeks (or less).
Here we are at 30 weeks! I cannot believe we could have our sweet boy here in as little as two months! :) Here's to ten more weeks (or less).
How far along? 30 Weeks (only 10 to go!)
Baby Size: around 15-16 inches & 2.5-3 lbs. OR as long as a Cucumber!
Total weight gain: about 24-25ish lbs.
Maternity clothes? Most definitely! I don't think I've tried to squeeze in to any non-maternity tops-- unless its a button down sweater/shirt that can be left unbuttoned over a maternity tops
Stretch marks? Not yet-- loving my Burt's Bees Mama Butter :)
Sleep: Well, this past week has been AWFUL! I have been waking up every couple hours to potty or change positions. I had a flu shot and whooping cough shot all in one week, so sore arms made it hard to find comfortable sleeping positions. Also, towards the end of the week I was very sick & had a cough and snotty nose that kept me up quite often! Luckily I had a sick day Friday and all weekend to nap when necessary.
Recap of last couple of weeks: It's been a few weeks since I've updated, so honestly I cannot remember what all we've been up to. Mostly working! It's been a busy season for both of us work-wise. I've been doing career assessments non-stop at both of my schools & it has definitely worn me out. I'm not used to having a classroom environment-- i'm better with one-on-one counseling activities. Conducting the exact same activity over & over for large groups of students, for almost 3 weeks can be quite tiring! Plus, Matt and I are both helping students after school a few days per week. I'm wondering if the combo of being pregnant (lower immune system), working with kids, and lack of sleep/rest has caused my sickness?
Non-work related-- we had birth class last weekend!! It was great! There was a lot of info I had already read/heard of, but Matt said he learned a lot. I enjoyed the breathing techniques we learned & touring the hospital-- where I will give birth in a couple months. After going through the class, I have decided to try a natural birth. I'm very nervous/anxious for the whole process, but feel that our bodies are made to do this so I can do it medication free. I know that there might be special circumstances arise, as every labor & delivery story is different-- so I am going in open-minded & ready to let whatever needs to happen, happen.
Non-work related-- we had birth class last weekend!! It was great! There was a lot of info I had already read/heard of, but Matt said he learned a lot. I enjoyed the breathing techniques we learned & touring the hospital-- where I will give birth in a couple months. After going through the class, I have decided to try a natural birth. I'm very nervous/anxious for the whole process, but feel that our bodies are made to do this so I can do it medication free. I know that there might be special circumstances arise, as every labor & delivery story is different-- so I am going in open-minded & ready to let whatever needs to happen, happen.
Miss Anything? Being healthy :( I'm over this cold!
Movement: Yep! He's really cramped up in there & I have started to see body parts roll along my belly & push my tummy outward.
Food cravings: Before getting sick this week, I was craving cereal & almond milk, fresh fruit, and pancakes/waffles.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Since being sick, my appetite has been funny. Mostly I just want bland foods, lots of water, & hot tea
Gender: BOY!
Labor Signs: No.
Symptoms: Round ligament pain, Braxton Hicks, shortness of breath-- he's up in my ribs, growing baby/belly, and lots of movement!
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Mood: Mostly happy-- just cranky/crabby since I'm sick.
Looking forward to: Christmas break!!! We will be in Indiana & Kentucky visiting family for two weeks! I'm looking forward to the holidays with family and friends! Also, during our time there, we will have TWO baby showers :)
Here are a couple pics of my 30 Week Bump!
(Note: I've had a nasty cold all weekend, so my face & hair look a bit rough. And honestly, I threw on this outfit for a bumpdate pic & I'm now happily back in my yoga pants)
I hope you all have a great week!
Here are a couple pics of my 30 Week Bump!
(Note: I've had a nasty cold all weekend, so my face & hair look a bit rough. And honestly, I threw on this outfit for a bumpdate pic & I'm now happily back in my yoga pants)
I hope you all have a great week!
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