In Every Season: 37 Weeks

I can't believe we're almost there! Happy 37 Weeks, Baby Boy!

How far along? 37 Weeks

Baby Size: around 19-20 inches & 5-7 lbs.

Total weight gain: 35 lbs.-- still staying semi-active and eating healthy, so the weight is just coming as it wants/needs to. My doctor says everything is fine weight wise, since I was on the lower end of my weight bracket before pregnancy-- she said if I gain a few extra lbs. above the 35 lb. max, that baby & I will be just fine.

Maternity clothes? Yes-- so over them at this point. I am looking forward to not wearing the same 6-7 outfits to work all of the time!!

Stretch marks? Still none!! Yay! :)

Sleep: Terrible :( I get up so much to potty, turn over to the other side, Micah is kicking me, or I have Braxton Hicks that wake me up. I'm getting very tired & also tired of everyone saying "It's just preparing you for when he gets here." I get it-- but I would rather feel rested.

Recap of last couple of weeks: We have been very busy at work & finishing up nursery projects. My Greenville friends hosted a baby shower, which was great! We have also gone out or had dinner with close friends & gone on a date to the movies-- all because we know those things will be difficult to do those first couple of months while we're adjusting to parenthood.

Miss Anything? I miss sleep, wine, and extra coffee when I'm tired.

Movement: Yes--He's STRONG! I can get pretty startled by his kicks these days. There isn't much room for him in there-- so his movements can feel uncomfortable at times.

Food cravings: The only thing I guess I would say was a "craving" was one night I REALLY wanted to make a huge Cobb Salad. So we hard boiled some eggs, fried some bacon, grilled chicken, and cut up tons of veggies and spinach. Other than that, I haven't absolutely had to have anything in particular.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: BOY!

Labor Signs: No.

Symptoms: Braxton Hicks, frequent potty breaks/more pressure on bladder (maybe he's dropped some?), Dizzy/Headaches at times, & lots of baby movement

Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? On (shockingly still!)

Mood: Pretty moody!! I've been crying or angry for the most part this past week or so. I'm super emotional & tired of the random comments/advice/thoughts from people. I'm just tired & so ready for these next few/couple of weeks to go by, so I can finally meet my son!

Looking forward to: A Valentine's Day Date with Matt in a couple weeks :) And of course, Delivery Day! I am SO ready to meet him & to finally begin the next chapter in the journey of being a mommy!

Here are a couple pics from the last few weeks-- 35, 36, and 37 I've included some bare belly pics too-- I debated on doing so, but decided I really wanted a few to look back on. I've also included a couple pics Matt shot of Micah & I during our Cardio Barre workout!