38 Weeks!

How far along: 38 weeks

Gender: Girl!

Weight gain: 36 lbs. 

Maternity clothes: All maternity clothes and some large t-shirts. Both seem to be getting a little snug.

Stretch marks: Unfortunately.

Belly button in or out: The top part of it is starting to stick out

Sleep: OK, I wake up about every 2 hours to use the restroom. It will be nice to have control of my bladder again soon.

Best moment this week: We got to see our little girl on the ultrasound again this week. We were in a minor accident on Wednesday and I knew right away I needed to go to the hospital just to make sure baby was ok since we got hit on my side. I was monitored for 5 hours at the hospital and the next day was monitored at my doctor's office and had an ultrasound done. Everything looked great so no need for worry! Dr. said she was in the safest spot possible being surrounded by all the amniotic fluid. I had a headache for 2 days but feel great now and Tim is doing great too. So even though we had that little scare it was great knowing our baby girl is doing perfectly fine :)

Miss anything: Being able to move around! It's hard to get up off the couch these days!

Movement: Lots of movement! She was moving like crazy during the sonogram. It is so weird when she moves because my stomach shifts around. It's a little freaky!

Cravings: Milk, blueberry bagels with strawberry cream cheese, nachos and pineapple!

Looking forward to: Meeting our precious baby girl!!! This week I was dilated 3 cm and 75% effaced. My doctor is out of town now for the next week so hopefully our little girl will wait until she gets back before making her grand entrance!

37 Weeks!!!!

How far along: 37 weeks

Gender: Girl!

Weight gain: 36 lbs. 

Maternity clothes: All maternity clothes and some large t-shirts. Both seem to be getting a little snug.

Stretch marks: Unfortunately.

Belly button in or out: Flush with my stomach. 

Sleep: OK, it would be nice to not have to wake up in the middle of the night. I have been really tired the last couple of days. I feel like I could fall asleep at any moment.

Best moment this week: We got to see our little girl on the ultrasound today! We went in a little scared since my doctor had said I was measuring a week small but everything looked great! We could see her practicing breathing and I teared up when we saw her little face. She was moving her little mouth and has some adorable chubby cheeks!!!!

Miss anything: Being able to look down and see my toes! Ready for this tummy to be gone!

Movement: Lots of movement! She was moving like crazy during the sonogram. Also so cute when she gets her little hiccups.

Cravings: All things sweet!  Cereal, milk, blueberry bagels with strawberry cream cheese, nachos and pineapple! We ran out of milk and ice cream so we are going to have to make a run to the store!

Looking forward to: Meeting our precious baby girl!!! Last week at my appointment I was 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced. Today I was 2, almost 3 cm dilated and 75% effaced! Baby girl will be here before we know it!

My dad's side of the family has some bets going on Baby Ryan's due date, weight, height, if she will have hair, and if so will it be dark or light and straight or curly. I would love to hear everyone's predictions! You can comment below!!!!

35 Weeks!!!!!

How far along: 35 weeks

Gender: Girl!

Weight gain: 33 + lbs. 

Maternity clothes: All maternity clothes and some large t-shirts

Stretch marks: Unfortunately.

Belly button in or out: Flush with my stomach. 

Sleep: OK, it would be nice to not have to wake up in the middle of the night. The last couple days I have been wide awake at 5 AM. I wish I could sleep in.

Best moment this week: Going to the pool! I'm hoping to be able to go every day during the week this month. Get as much sunshine as I can before baby girl gets here.

Miss anything: A yummy margarita would be perfect with this weather! I was able to find a mix without alcohol that was delicious but it would be nice to have some tequila in there ;)

Movement: Lots of movement! She had a huge role over the other day which made her pop out of my stomach pretty far! Freaky baby!!! One of my friends asked if it hurts when she moves. The answer is no, however it has become more uncomfortable as she moves around since she is running out of room in there.

Cravings: All things sweet!  Cereal, milk, blueberry bagels with strawberry cream cheese, nachos and pineapple! Today I am having a huge craving for chips (not potato) and caffeine free coke. I'm hoping Tim will pick some up on his way home from his meeting!

Looking forward to: My last day of work on Friday! Two more days!!!! 

Tim leaves Friday for the Ozarks. I'll be doing a lot of baby stuff this next week to occupy my time. We finally have all the furniture we need in the nursery so now I can place it where I want it and start putting up the alphabet letters and picture frames on the wall. I'll also be getting our hospital bags packed so we can be ready for the big day instead of running around like chickens with our heads cut off when I go into labor. We are getting close! Hopefully 5 weeks left and fingers crossed I don't go into labor next week while Time is out of town!!!!

34 Weeks!

How far along: 34 weeks

Gender: Girl

Weight gain: 33 lbs.

Maternity clothes: All maternity clothes and some large t-shirts

Stretch marks: Yes, on my hips, under my belly button, and chest.

Belly button in or out: Flush with my stomach. I don't think it will pop out.

Sleep: OK, getting more tired through out the day too. I woke up 3 times last night to go to the restroom. I can't wait to have control over my bladder again.

Best moment this week: Going to IKEA and getting the dresser I have been drooling over. I'm glad we have one more thing to check off the list before baby girl gets here!

Miss anything: Being able to shave my leg and paint me toes comfortably. It is hard to maneuver  around this big belly. It will be nice to have my body back to myself in a few short weeks.

Movement: Lots of movement and she gets the hiccups every day. I have been noticing a pattern during the last couple weeks of when she moves around. Maybe those patterns will continue even after she is born.

Cravings: All things sweet!  Cereal, milk, blueberry bagels with strawberry cream cheese and pineapple!

Looking forward to: My last day of work! Next Friday I will be resigning from State Farm and be staying home with our little girl. I have always wanted to stay at home with my future kids until they are in school. I am so happy that I will be able to have that opportunity and Tim is on board with it all :) Also baby girl and I may be able to travel with Tim on his long business trips instead of being home alone.

32 Weeks!

How far along: 32 weeks

Gender: Girl

Weight gain: 30 lbs.

Maternity clothes: All maternity clothes and some large t-shirts

Stretch marks: Yes

Belly button in or out: Almost all the way out

Sleep: OK, getting more tired through out the day too. 

Best moment this week: We had a great Mother's day. Tim got me some hydrangea plants that I have been wanting ever since we moved in to our house! 

Miss anything: This past weekend I got together with some friends. For us preggie girls we had virgin margaritas (which were fantastic) but really craving one with alcohol.

Movement: Lots of movement and she gets the hiccups every day. So cute :)

Cravings: All things sweet. Lots of cereal (marshmallow maties), milk, and blueberry bagels with strawberry cream cheese!

Looking forward to: Baby day!! Can not wait to have her in my arms!

I had my baby shower last weekend. It was such a beautiful day and was so happy that so many friends and loved ones were able to make it and shower baby girl with so many wonderful gifts. I can't thank you enough for all your generosity and love you showed us! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!

30 Weeks!

How far along: 30 weeks, 75% done!

Gender: Girl

Weight gain: 27 lbs.

Maternity clothes: Yes, and I had to borrow some of my dad's large t-shirts since the mediums are a little too snug.

Stretch marks: Yes

Belly button in or out: Still mostly in.

Sleep: Sleep is still good, rolling over is another story. 

Best moment this week: We got to see our little peanut today on the ultrasound!

Miss anything: Avantis gondolas!!! Today my doctor told me I will NOT be able to go to the Ozarks with Tim June 6-12. This is a business conference he goes to but has always been full of fun for me and his family. I'm really disappointed I can't go and pouted the entire ride home. I have been going for the past 7 years, ever since we started dating and I look forward to this every year! Darn baby ;) Maybe I can bribe someone at his office to move it up 2 weeks......

Movement: She has been moving around like crazy. The other day, while I was at work, she kicked so hard that my ID badge flew up in the air a little bit. I laughed out loud at that.

Cravings: Sweets of course & CEREAL!!!!!!! I have also been drinking so much milk. The gallon jug we had lasted only 4 days and Tim only had a few half glasses.

Looking forward to: Baby shower this Saturday! So excited to see my family and friends and very grateful for those who will be traveling all the way to see me. It means so much to me to spend part of the day with the ones I love and to celebrate our special little girl!

The ultrasound and appointment went very well today. The ultrasound tech said baby girl is actually a little small, about 3-4 lbs. Both she and my doctor said everything looked great! We talked to my doctor about the trip, which I didn't like the answer she gave us, what intervention she would use during delivery and c-sections. She told us that she would only use intervention if absolutely necessary (baby is in distress or I am physically unable to push anymore) and would let us know before she would do it. She would use forceps and is very comfortable using them if needed. She told us she was heavily trained in the technique.  I have heard from a lot of people that she is the "c-section doctor." I asked her when she would feel the need to do one. She told us she only does them if the patient requests one, baby is breached, baby will not fit through the birth canal, or baby is in extreme distress. She said many people say she preforms a lot of c-sections, which is true, however she has also delivered over 10,000 babies, the most in the state of Illinois. She said if we looked at her c-section percentage, it is lower than most doctors in the area. I have gotten irritated with people telling me that since I have her as a doctor, she would force me to have a c-section. She has NEVER pressured us into any decision thus far. She has told us she will do what we want, as long as she is comfortable doing so and the hospital allows it. I am 100% confident in placing both my life and our daughter's life in her hands and know she will do what is in both of our best interests. She is such a great doctor and I cannot recommend her enough to anyone! So excited to meet our sweet baby girl in a few months!

29 Weeks!

 

How far along: 29 weeks

Gender: Girl

Weight gain: 23 lbs.+

Maternity clothes: Oh yes. Sporting one of my maternity dresses for Old Navy in this picture. I love it!

Stretch marks: Unfortunately

Belly button in or out: Still in but making its way out.

Sleep: Pretty good, except for getting up to use the bathroom and rolling over.

Best moment this week: Celebrating Easter! Holidays filled with food are always great for the pregnant appetite! I also passed my glucose test so bring on the Easter candy!

Miss anything: Energy. I have been getting pretty tired pretty early

Movement: Moving like crazy!

Cravings: Sweets and Chinese food!We had Chinese twice this week!

Looking forward to: More of this wonderful warm weather and going to a fundraiser for my old high school this coming weekend!

We spent Easter with Tim's family this year. Since our families are so far apart it isn't possible to get to both on the same day so we alternate holidays. This year is Easter and Christmas with Tim's family and Thanksgiving with mine. Next year we will switch. Happy Easter to you all!!!