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April 2011 Moms
Are you getting nervous? Yes and yes. I have never in my life seen a baby being born, other than videos I started watching online a year ago. I am always the most afraid of the unknown, probably because I've realized what a controlling person I am during this pregnancy. But I guess I can't control everything.
Bump Pic Monday
Happy Monday, ladies!
Look at that big ol' belly! I can't believe I'll only get bigger from here! Hopefully my chins (multiple) quit growing 
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 36 weeks, 3 days. My due date moved to April 1st at our last ultrasound, but this new bump is too confusing for me to bother to even change it.
Size of Baby: On Mondays she was 5 pounds, 12 ounces at the growth scan, and in the 41st percentile in size.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I hit the big 3-0 this week! I've been gaining around a pound every week and a half, so with only 4 left to go I'm not worried about it. I will come in under 35, and that sounds pretty normal and healthy to me.
Maternity Clothes: Nothings seems to fit that well these last 2 weeks, but I refuse to cave and buy maternity clothes this late in the game!
Movement: All day. Especially in the evening.
Symptoms: My feet and legs are huge, lately. This is the point in pregnancy where standing on your feet all day really sucks.
What I Miss: My abs.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: She's a she.
Cravings: Plums, this week. I ate two last night and then got heartburn.
Is your nursery done? Just have to put up photos, and hang her canopy.
What are you really looking forward to? Are we being completely honest here? Getting wasted, having sex in every position imaginable, and passing out....on my stomach.
Can you still paint your toenails? Kind of. If I fit in a chair and put them on the table in front of me, and lean around the huge belly.Are you getting nervous? Yes and yes. I have never in my life seen a baby being born, other than videos I started watching online a year ago. I am always the most afraid of the unknown, probably because I've realized what a controlling person I am during this pregnancy. But I guess I can't control everything.
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Re: Bump Pic Monday
How Far Along: 35w1d
Size of Baby: Last Thurs he was ~5lbs 7 oz and measuring in the 48th percentile
Total Weight Gain/Loss: As of this morning I was just under 27 lbs up.
Maternity Clothes: Half and half. Wearing a regular shirt today. It's getting harder and harder to find things to wear that don't make me feel like a whale.
Movement: Tons. And he seems to get hiccups a lot.
Symptoms: Some BH contractions yesterday, stubborn colon, general discomfort.
What I Miss: Feeling and looking like me.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Definitely a boy - he was not shy about showing his stuff during the last u/s.
Cravings: Still loving peanut butter. Thankfully DH finished the peanut butter M&M's so I'm not tempted to eat them!
Is your nursery done? That would be a big fat no.
What are you really looking forward to? normal freaking bowel movements. 9 months of constipation royally sucks.
Can you still paint your toenails? I did last week by sitting on the steps and leaning forward with my bellydown between my legs.Are you getting nervous? Very. Somewhat nervous about labor and knowing when I actually go into labor, very nervous about caring for a newborn and the whole breastfeeding situation.
This was me last weekend at my shower at 32 weeks
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 33 weeks 3 days
Size of Baby: not sure, have dr. appt on Thursday
Total Weight Gain/Loss: as of 2 weeks ago it was still steady at 25 lbs but I am sure it has risen and will find out on Thursday.
Maternity Clothes: all maternity pants plus some maternity and regular tops
Movement: ALL.THE.TIME
Symptoms: HORRIBLE carpal tunnel...HORRIBLE!!
What I Miss: My abs. <-- me too! I cannot sit up for the life of me without grunting or falling back over!
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: my little prince!!
Cravings: FRUIT!
Is your nursery done? Just waiting for mattress to arrive this week and bedding!
What are you really looking forward to? getting rid of this carpal tunnel and holding my baby
Can you still paint your toenails? um yes but I chose not to right now. I got a pedicure for my shower last week.Are you getting nervous? very much so. I am scared of how my labor will be. Have no idea what to expect!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 33w4d.
Size of Baby: 4+lbs
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +6lbs.
Maternity Clothes: Everything plus I had to go out and buy a couple of shirts because my others ones were getting to short on my belly.
Movement: Not so many kicks anymore. I just feel him roll and try to position him self better.
Symptoms: headaches, back pain, PTL, sinus issues, hip pain.
What I Miss: Feeling normal
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy.
Cravings: Meat
Is your nursery done? Yes.
What are you really looking forward to? Ok since we are being honest here...taking a big swig of cough medicine and having a good sleep!
Can you still paint your toenails? Not even.
Are you getting nervous? Yes, especially since it has been 4 yrs since I had my dd. I feel like I am a new mom for the first time again.
How Far Along: 33 weeks, 4 days
Size of Baby: I think around 4 - 4 1/2 pounds
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +27 lbs total
Maternity Clothes: Still all maternity pants, some tops, and some normal tops. Just bought a super cute summer dress last night that I'll be able to wear while pregnant and after.
Movement: All the time! And tons of hiccups...my mom said I used to get them almost every day when she was pregnant with me.
Symptoms: My lower back is sore when I get up in the morning and when I sit for too long, but that's it!
What I Miss: I think my answer will always be wine....and margaritas....and mojitos :-)
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Team Green still
Cravings: Dried fruit, berries, Dr. Pepper
Is your nursery done? Ha ha, what nursery? Our lease is up the same week I'm due, so we are still trying to figure out where we are moving. So we haven't set up anything set, since we would just have to do it again at the new place.
What are you really looking forward to? Having my baby here finally, feeling more like myself again, and drinking!
Can you still paint your toenails? I haven't tried recently, but I did manage to shave my legs on Saturday before my baby shower, and it wasn't too difficult!
Are you getting nervous? Some days I feel a bit nervous, but most days I'm just anxious and impatient. I've reached a point where I'm just excited to meet this baby, and time can't go by fast enough!
Sorry for the dark picture
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32w3d
Size of Baby: I would assume around 4lbs
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I hit 30 this week too...eeek!
Maternity Clothes: All the time pretty much
Movement: All the time...I don't think she ever sleeps.
Symptoms: Shortness of breath and I'm starting to swell everywhere!
What I Miss: Bending over
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: A girl...Ellie Jane
Cravings: I haven't had any real cravings this whole pregnancy
Is your nursery done? All painted and have the crib and mattress, just need to put it up and of course add decor.
What are you really looking forward to? My baby shower in 2 weeks!
Can you still paint your toenails? No....at least that's what I tell DH so I can get frequent pedicures
Are you getting nervous? Very. I guess I should expect the unexpected!
Me last week @ 32 weeks:
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 33 weeks!
Size of Baby: approximately 4.5 lbs
Total Weight Gain/Loss: somewhere just short of 30
Maternity Clothes: pretty much all, had to wear my "size up" maternity jeans today to work ::sigh::
Movement: constantly, like right now there's a huge bulge on my right side...definitely a butt
Symptoms: dry skin, exhaustion that comes out of nowhere...like I'm fine and then all of a sudden I need to lay down, constantly peeing due to "dropping" over the past week, constipation is back, my back is starting to hurt too as the weight in the front gets too much to handle.
What I Miss: my small boobs, these porn boobs are just awful!
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: girlie
Cravings: same as always...banana yogurt, fruit, hot turkey sandwiches, sweets, lots and lots of water
Is your nursery done? yes...all the other "projects" we can do without if she arrives and we can do later (find standing lamp and bookcase, hang diaper stacker, put lining in drawers, steam clean carpet, hang last picture...little stuff really.
What are you really looking forward to? finally being done being pg forever and seeing what she looks like. For me...alcohol, a good long run, heels and cute clothes and sex when I'm actually feeling confident.
Can you still paint your toenails? yup. I'm definitely more "bendy" this pregnancy. I think I'm just not as afraid to contort to get things done. I know she'll be okay. I do, however, prefer someone else rubbing my feet and painting my toes...manicure here I come.
Are you getting nervous? NO! Just incredibly excited and impatient. It helps a lot I've already been through this once, so I know what labor and delivery is like. I'm more nervous about the recovery process and engorgement...which I was not afraid of last time out of ignorance (ahhh it was such bliss). Now that I know about recovery I'm dreading it big time!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 33w1d
Size of Baby: supposedly 4 1/2 pounds and ~19 inches long
Total Weight Gain/Loss: at the doc's office last thursday I was up 29 pounds
Maternity Clothes: all...my maternity pants are starting to get a little snug on me but I'm hoping I can last another 7 weeks!
Movement: All day, every day...he has basically run out of room in there and constantly either has his knee bulging from my belly or his little feet are stuck up in my rib cage
Symptoms: nothing crazy...if I do too much then my sciatica acts up. and that fun 1st tri going pee 5 times a night is now back with a vengeance
What I Miss: My abs..oh I totally agree on this one.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: boy
Cravings: ice cold water and salomi (I caved this weekend at my shower and had some)
Is your nursery done? Glider is on back order, need to hang wall border and window cover and get blinds for the smaller windows
What are you really looking forward to? Having my body back and getting to see what LO looks like
Can you still paint your toenails? didn't even try...i can barely put my shoes on so i'm thinking no. i had a pedicure two weeks ago and it was amazing!
Are you getting nervous? Yes...I think I'm most nervous because this is something that I cannot control...I don't know WHEN I'm going to go into labor and I don't know HOW my body is going to react to labor. I'm also nervous to think that DH and I are going to be responsible for this little guy forever! It's an amazing feeling but at the same time so scary!
34w0d
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 34w1d today
Size of Baby: I think he's just under 5 lbs? Probably around 17.5-18 inches long.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: As of last Tuesday I was up 22 lbs. I'll weigh myself again tomorrow when I go to the gym.
Maternity Clothes: Only my longest maternity items fit well at this point and I'm finding it hard not to wear the same things to work every week but I, too, refuse to go out and buy anything else.
Movement: He was wonderfully active this weekend. Last night I felt all kinds of little body parts like arms or knees sliding across my stomach. However, he also has very distinct quiet times.
Symptoms: I'm not swelling much yet but it is definitely getting hard to walk and stand for very long. Sore pelvis. Heartburn. Insane nesting urges that interfere with my eating and sleeping.
What I Miss: Eating whatever I want, working out and feeling lean, bending over comfortably, snuggling close to DH, sleeping well.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Little guy.
Cravings: Ice cream, chocolate, protein.
Is your nursery done? No, but getting there. We keep making a little bit of progress each weekend.
What are you really looking forward to? Spooning DH really closely, pigging out on huge turkey subs, working my ass off at the gym, beer, fitting into my old clothes. Regard LO, I am really looking forward to going on walks with him in the carrier, being able to give him undivided attention during mat. leave, seeing DH be a fantastic dad.
Can you still paint your toenails? I wouldn't know. I haven't done them once this entire pregnancy.
Are you getting nervous? Yep. I'm doing my best to prepare in every way, yet I truly have no idea wth to expect in any regard (labor, birth, having a newborn, having a child at all, and managing to balance it with work).
Mamabird, you look great.
Sick with a cold this week ugh!
Tried to look like a happy pregnant girl for my pic but I'm exhausted!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32w3d
Size of Baby: Somewhere around 4lbs I think. My next appt is tomorrow and they haven't been telling me her size every time.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +25 lbs. I was super skinny pre-pregnancy so as long as me and baby are healthy, I'm not too concerned with how much I gain. Everyone says it's all in my boobs and belly! haha
Maternity Clothes: I don't even dare wear any of my non-maternity shirts! LOL I'm still in pre-pregnancy jeans with a Bella Band though- I HATE maternity pants! Around the house I like wearing my husband's old shirts but even those are too tight now.
Movement: I LOVE how all of her movements are so much stronger at this point! DH loves it too! She seems most active in the evenings and right before bed but she's pretty active throughout the day.
Symptoms: Heartburn/Acid Indigestion!!!!!
What I Miss: Not having heartburn! LOL. Having more energy.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Emeline Sophia
Cravings: Nothing specific.
Is your nursery done? No. She will not be in there for months anyway. We have her crib and Pack N Play set up in there and some of her clothes hanging. But we figure we have plenty of time because we want her in our room in her bassinet in the beginning.
What are you really looking forward to? My baby shower in a few weeks! Meeting my baby! Our cuddly family times we'll have at home, just the three of us and our 2 dogs
and having one of DH's home brewed beers 
Can you still paint your toenails? I don't like all the junk in nail polish so I haven't painted my toenails since early 1st tri.Are you getting nervous? No. I am trying to stay calm and relaxed about it all. We are hoping for a natural, med free birth using Hypnobabies - which has a lot to do with mindset..I don't think being nervous or panicky would help my frame of mind
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 34 weeks 2 days
Size of Baby: Baby A was about 4 lbs 14 oz last Friday, so I'm guessing they're both a little over 5 lbs
Total Weight Gain/Loss: About 40 lbs. It's more than I would have liked, but my twins are great weights so far, so I'm happy and my Doctors are happy.
Maternity Clothes: All the time. I'm starting to stretch the limits of some of my maternity clothes.
Movement: I feel Baby B a lot. Baby A is buried deep in my pelvis and seems a little more mellow.
Symptoms: I ache, and I can't sleep. I also have heartburn.
What I Miss: Not being sore all the time and sleeping with my husband.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Two girls
Cravings: mint flavored ice cream treats
Is your nursery done? Almost! We just have to hang a few more things, but that is waiting until my dad comes to visit.
What are you really looking forward to? snuggling with the babies and being able to walk normally
Can you still paint your toenails? I did this over the weekend, and it's not pretty.
Are you getting nervous? Yes - labor doesn't really scare me (although I might just be in denial), but the reality that I am soon going to have two babies to take care of is definitely starting to sink in.
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PIC IN SIGGY!!!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32 Weeks & 2 days
Size of Baby: About 4 pounds
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I think I'm at about 30/31 pounds
Maternity Clothes: All bottoms are maternity, but still no maternity tops.
Movement: Mostly in the mid-day & evenings.
Symptoms: Good ole heartburn.
What I Miss: Shopping for clothes, and sleeping on my stomach.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Team Green
Cravings: Nothing
Is your nursery done? Yes!!
What are you really looking forward to? Seeing & holding this baby!!!!!
Can you still paint your toenails? Nope! I can barely put lotion on my legs!!!
Are you getting nervous? Not really...just excited!!!
How Far Along: almost 33 weeks (the pic is from last wednesday though)
Size of Baby: around 4 lbs maybe?
Total Weight Gain/Loss: up 32 at my appt this morning. Dr. said this is totally fine and not to worry. She estimated I'll gain right around 40.
Maternity Clothes: Maternity jeans all the time but I'm still fitting in some of my regular tops. Not the greatest fit, but I'm not willing to spend more money on maternity tops.
Movement: Oh yes! He's kicking up a storm right now and I can feel his hiccups now. He's had them every day for the past few days, poor guy
Symptoms: nothing new
What I Miss: skinny sex. and martinis
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: boy
Cravings: fruit, bbq
Is your nursery done? We still need a mattress. My Dad is finishing up the painting that we'll hang above the crib (I'm so excited about this - it's our dogs on a sailboat with captain hats. I can't wait to see it!). I also need to organize everything I just got from the shower. we're running super low on space already
What are you really looking forward to? Spring
the tulips are already coming up. I can't wait to open the windows and take our little guy on walks
Can you still paint your toenails? yep, but I just treated myself to a pedi before my shower.Are you getting nervous? I'm feeling much less nervous and more excited. I'm so glad we did the Bradley classes - I'm not nervous about labor or the birth at all.
growing a foosa
The letters my sister painted:)
I look horrible but this is the bedding!
How Far Along: 32 weeks 5 days Size of Baby: around 4lbs around 18 in Total Weight Gain/Loss: I dont know anymore, I have a doctor appt today though Maternity Clothes: Yes, even some of my bigger t-shirts are too small. Movement: Lots:) Its starting to hurt a little, but I love it, I just stare at my belly sometimes. Symptoms: Hip pain, short of breath, hemorrhiods are back:( What I Miss: Laying on my stomach, bending over, I didnt think I would say this but my normal clothes. Girl, Boy or Team Green: Little BOY Cravings: Last week it was all about mexican food, this week all about Italian....spaghetti, then like always burgers:) Is your nursery done? We got the bedding last week and I have to say I think we are almost there, I would like another place for storage but I cant find the right thing...... What are you really looking forward to? Holding my little boy, seeing who he looks like and watching my DH with him. Can you still paint your toenails? Yeah I have to stop to take big breathes thought Are you getting nervous? Yes and no, I am nervous about the 45+ drive to the hospital and knowing when it is time. I have this fear that I will not know real labor. Then I am nervous about how my body will react to labor, I dont want to be the freak out person. But I know that I will be in good care so I am trying to stay positive.I actually have a picture to play today!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 34 weeks
Size of Baby: I would guess 4 1/2ish lbs.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 21 lbs
Maternity Clothes: Still only a handful of true maternity tops, like Mamabird, I hate to spend more than I have to now.
Movement: Head, shoulder, knees and toes - I swear I feel it all and often.
Symptoms: Exhaustion, shortness of breath, extreme hunger and heartburn
What I Miss: Running and sushi
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy
Cravings: Little Debbie Swiss Cake Rolls
Is your nursery done? Getting very close! Bedding is being made as we speak, I still need a few items for the book shelves and the "changing table" aka childhood desk of DH's needs to be painted.
What are you really looking forward to? Mamabird said it best!!!!
Can you still paint your toenails? Funny - as I was painting my toes over the weekend, I told DH it was probably for the last time.
Are you getting nervous? Yes! I often ask/think, am I really "old" enough to be having a baby.
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 36 weeks, 6 days.
Size of Baby: I am guessing 7 lbs.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: + 25 I haven't gained in a month.
Maternity Clothes: I don't even want to discuss it.
Movement: Alot less lately. When she does shift around it really really hurts.
Symptoms: Tons of false labor, cramping, moody, heartburn, pelvic pressure and pain.
What I Miss: Feeling normal.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: She's a she.
Cravings: Not much these days.
Is your nursery done? She is in our room for now and all her stuff is washed and ready to go.
What are you really looking forward to? Having my body back.
Can you still paint your toenails? ummmm no.
Are you getting nervous? Anxious is a better word.
This morning - 36 weeks
How Far Along: 36w1d
Size of Baby: I guess around 6lbs?
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 33 lbs total gain. I lost 4 lbs due to GERD/Acid Reflux a couple weeks ago. It all came back last week.
Maternity Clothes: I can still wear one pre-pregnancy shirt, but I don't wear it often. Otherwise, all maternity, all the time.
Movement: This baby still likes to party. That's not surprising.
Symptoms: Waddling, acid reflux, GERD, lightening crotch at times.
What I Miss: Being flat - I keep bumping into more and more things now. I miss my old clothes too.
Girl, Boy or Team Green: Girl
Cravings: Apple sauce, bananas, chocolate milk
Is your nursery done? The nursery is 90% done now. We are getting the glider in the mail this week & some curtain tie backs. Once those are in, the room is finished!
What are you really looking forward to? Meeting this active baby girl in my belly, getting to know her, watching my H get to know her too.
Can you still paint your toenails?Uh no, that is why I went to the nail salon this weekend!
Are you getting nervous? I was nervous & I'm sure I'll be nervous again. I don't like the "unknown" of labor but at the same time, it is what it is & stressing about it won't help me either. I'm more nervous about bringing her home! hah
But I also know we'll figure that out as we go too.
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Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 35/35 today
Size of Baby: He was 5 1/2 lbs a week ago
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I stopped looking 2 weeks ago at 30lbs
Maternity Clothes: Yep, and I am getting very sick of them! Especially since it's starting to warm up and all my clothes are long-sleeved.
Movement: More rolling than kicking lately, the rolls are huge and sometimes fairly uncomfortable.
Symptoms: Tons of BH, cramping, acid reflux, and my hips are really sore when I sleep.
What I Miss: Sleeping on my back, sleeping through the night without having to go to the bathroom 3 times.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: BOY!
Cravings: I still love all red fruits (strawberries, raspberries, watermelon). But the other day at the grocery store I HAD to buy Hostess mini powdered sugar donuts. It was like my arm was attached to someone else's body and reached for those donuts without me even knowing what was happening.
Is your nursery done? Yep, we've done everything except hang a few things on the wall. I've washed all of his newborn and 0-3 clothes, sheets, towels, washcloths, blankets, sleep sacks, etc.
What are you really looking forward to? Having my body back.
Can you still paint your toenails? I stopped trying a few weeks ago, now I just go get pedicures. It's more relaxing that way!
Are you getting nervous? Not nervous, but I'm just ready and wondering when he's going to get here. The waiting is the hardest part!
DH and I in NOLA... with my fabulous virgin mango colada in hand. Dang, now I want another one...
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32 weeks, 4 days
Size of Baby: No idea. Somewhere around 5lbs at my doc's last estimate 2 weeks ago.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I lost track. It's over 30lbs. I'm gaining more like 1.5-2lbs a week now... sweet Jesus.
Maternity Clothes: Everything. Usually I hang out in men's sweats and a tank top.
Movement: He NEVER stops. It's cute and fun but uncomfortable and borderline painful at the same time.
Symptoms: The heartburn and reflux are back. And my balance has gone straight to hell.
What I Miss: Feeling normal. My whole body is out of whack lately.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy. And a big one by the looks of it.
Cravings: Food in general, my appetite has kicked in full force.
Is your nursery done? Uh, hell no. That's a whole other story.
What are you really looking forward to? finding a sh*tty, hole in the wall oyster bar that shucks 'em fresh, right in front of you, and serves them on ice, with lots and LOTS of cold beer. I would actually kill to eat oysters and drink beer right now.
Can you still paint your toenails? No. I can file them and cut them crookedly, but DH is going to be doing all the painting.Are you getting nervous? I don't think I'm nervous about baby D, I'm more nervous that I'll run out of time to get everything done.
Size of Baby: 3.6 lbs as of last Thursday.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +21
Maternity Clothes: Jeans and a few shirts. Still living in normal sweats and hoodies
Movement: stronger-love seeing my belly move around
Symptoms: backache, BH contractions every now and then, hemorrhoids
Cravings: sour cream & cheddar chips-can't get enough of them! Cereal, cheese sticks
Is your nursery done? yeap
Are you getting nervous? Not yet. Its crazy, I'm being induced 5 weeks from today and I still haven't had a "freak out" moment. I'm ready!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 35 weeks 1 day
Size of Baby: She was 6lbs 3oz a week ago, so I'm going to guess she's closing in on close to 6.5 to 7..
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I lost track.. What does it matter anymore anyway?
Maternity Clothes: Yep - except for one pair of pre-pregnancy jeans
Movement: Just small kicks and hiccups
Symptoms: Tons of BH, cramping, acid reflux, lightening crotch, etc.
What I Miss: Walking my dog.. (He's a 90 pound lab-rotweiler)
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Girl
Cravings: Grilled cheese sandwiches and chocolate milk
Is your nursery done? We don't really have a nursery but we have everything put together/washed and ready to go:)
What are you really looking forward to? Playing basketball again:(
Can you still paint your toenails? Nope
Are you getting nervous? I've been pretty nervous for the past month or so..
Haha....my belly almost blocks my little guy!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 34w2d
Size of Baby: 4-5lbs I'd imagine
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +26ish
Maternity Clothes: Everything maternity
Movement: When I am least expecting it - she is stealthy!
Symptoms: Restless legs and sciatic pain are bad again.
What I Miss: Still bending over
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Girl
Cravings: Ice cream
Is your nursery done? It will be next week sometime. We have to finish up stuff for my son's big boy room first.
What are you really looking forward to? Having this baby on the outside!
Can you still paint your toenails? Yep!Are you getting nervous? Only about leaving my son for 4 days. I'm not too worried about the c/s because I've done it before and it wasn't so bad.
36 weeks, 1 day
Four times typing survey, followed by bump hiccup... I'm done
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32 weeks, 4 days.
Size of Baby: 4 1/2 pounds (per ultrasound and ticker); she's overall measuring a week ahead with her long legs and big head.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: About 15 pounds
Maternity Clothes: Yep, and regular shirts as long as they're long.
Movement: All day. I think she has corners sometimes.
Symptoms: Heartburn, sciatica, not being able to sleep, peeing all the time, BH contrax, the baby....
What I Miss: IPAs and wine. And not having a humongo belly.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Girl!
Cravings: Strawberries, blueberry pancakes, BBQ ribs, gooey brownies with vanilla ice cream.
Is your nursery done? Yep, just need a crib mattress.
What are you really looking forward to? Having sex.
Can you still paint your toenails? If I sit on my birthing ball and prop my feet on the edge of the bathtub, I can do a decent job of it. Even if DS does laugh at me while I do it.Are you getting nervous? Yes but mostly because I am worrying about my placenta moving up. I know odds are in my favor but I really, really, really don't want a C/S and even thinking about that makes me nervous.
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 36 weeks, 2 days.
Size of Baby: I'm not sure as I'm with a midwife... according to the Bump it's about 5.8lbs.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I hit 30lbs. this week but it feels like so much more!
Maternity Clothes: I am definitely wearing the same few pieces over and over again. If I could live in my yoga pants and tank tops I'd be in heaven. Unfortunately that doesn't work around the office
Movement: Lots of starfish movement all day long - legs and bum poking out all the time.
Symptoms: Back/hip pain is killing me, I'm now officially wadddling and daily heartburn.
What I Miss: Sleeping on my stomach, walking without being out of breath, drinks and sushi!
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Team Green, I think it's a girl but who knows.
Cravings: Fruit, lots of fruit.
Is your nursery done? Yes, mostly done... a few more things to wash but I have it pretty organized.
What are you really looking forward to? Not being on team green and meeting this little monkey!
Can you still paint your toenails? I can barely dry my toes after a shower or put on socks... went for a pedicure this week so my toes look nice and pretty.Are you getting nervous? Yes, but super excited too. I'm nervous for labour but also for breastfeeding and how well I'll function on little to no sleep for the first few weeks until I can pump a bit and get hubby helping with the fee
Love the bumps ladies - everyone looks great!!! No idea why the image is doubling up, sorry.
How Far Along: 33 weeks, 1 day (picture is from last Monday)
Size of Baby: 4+ pounds
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 36 pounds (and people are still saying I'm all belly...haha)
Maternity Clothes: Yes, but I mostly live in non-maternity yoga pants.
Movement: Everyday, but he's more of a roller, nudger, shifter. Although, every once in a while he'll give me a good kick.
Symptoms: I'm on modified bed rest so I've been having contractions, but my biggest complaint is actually my left hip. It hurts from being slept on and laid on constantly
What I Miss: My old jeans. I love denim and I've only got one pair of maternity jeans that still fit me.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy!
Cravings: Oranges and sometimes sweets.
Is your nursery done? Yes and I'm so happy that it is. It would be torture to be stuck at home unable to do much if the nursery wasn't finished. I'd probably be in their working on it, even though I'm not supposed to.
What are you really looking forward to? I can't wait until I'm 36 or 37 weeks and I don't have to worry about a super early baby. After that, I can't wait to meet my boy!
Can you still paint your toenails? If I were so inclined. I can still bend over and touch the ground with palms flat. I've always been flexible.
Are you getting nervous? I'm nervous about making it to 36/37 weeks after that I'll breath a sigh of relief. I'm not nervous about labor itself, but I am nervous about breast feeding and taking care of a baby (I don't know anything about that).
My Sister and I are both due in April - I on the left with short hair - due april 23rd, my sister is on right due april 24th.
Me and my hubby!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 33 weeks 2 days
Size of Baby: Not sure - I would think 4-5 lbs maybe...
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I am plus 20.
Maternity Clothes: all maternity - except when i get a way with yoga pants and a baggy tshirt
Movement: I have an anterior placenta, dont feel to much movement but i do feel lots at night laying on my left side, and in the afternoon after lunch.
Symptoms: My feet and legs are huge, lately. Cluster headaches, sciatica, lower back pain, bad sinus issues since weather is changing,bladder infection number 3 and about any other preg symptom, but would not change it for the world!
What I Miss: Sleeping on my belly!!!! and not peeing every 20 minutes at night
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: She's a she.
Cravings: Ice Cream from the Meadows that just opened up close to us!!!
Is your nursery done? Just have to finish the trim work and closet door!!
What are you really looking forward to? having sex - I have been on pelvic rest since about week 7....can't wait!! holding my little one, and seeing all the new babies in my family together (we are getting 4 in 3 months)
Can you still paint your toenails? Nope - I like my pedicuresAre you getting nervous? Yes, but more anxious. I can't wait to meet this little one and see what she looks like!!!
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 34 weeks today- 6 weeks to go!
Size of Baby: Not a clue really, I probably won't get another u/s so it's all guess at this point. Getting close to 5 lbs is average though.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: As of last week, 32 lbs. My weight gain has been decreasing (thank goodness), so I'm hoping to stay under the 40 lb. mark.
Maternity Clothes: Everything!! And I love it.
Movement: On and off all day. And when it's on, it's ON. Like she's trying to escape!
Symptoms: Mild swelling, heartburn, short of breath, feet in pain all the time, etc. Yay, I love being pregnant!
What I Miss: Tequila, seeing my feet, my old skin
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: She's a she.
Cravings: Fruit, especially strawberries. Still breakfast cereal.
Is your nursery done? It's getting there, the big stuff is up and done, I just need to do the decor and a few random details.
What are you really looking forward to? Tequila!!!! A stinkin' marguerita. Also, I'm hoping not being pg anymore will help my skin calm down, because it's really bad right now.
Can you still paint your toenails? Hah! No, I can't even cut them on my own. But my sis is taking me for a pedi Wednesday, woohoo!Are you getting nervous? Yes and no. I've been doing my best to let go and not worry about the "what ifs" and it's working for now.
Been looking forward to this, since I finally took a half-decent picture (just as I was leaving for my baby shower)
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 35 weeks, 1 day (although I keep measuring a week ahead, so who knows.
Size of Baby: All I know is she should be over 5 lbs by now
Total Weight Gain/Loss: 33...NO weight gain at my last 2 week appointment. I seriously did a happy dance!
Maternity Clothes: Yes, and I keep having to buy more because it's starting to get hot in FL and all my stuff was winter-appropriate
Movement: Yep, I took a youtube video of her foot (!) sticking out of my belly, very alien
Symptoms: My new one...pregnancy carpal tunnel. It SUCKS! I have to wear a stablizing brace at night or else I wake up with numb fingers and sore wrists. The swelling, while somewhat under control, is getting worse by the day (thanks FL humidity!)
What I Miss: Laying on my back at night
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Still a girl.
Cravings: Chili & cheese hotdogs. I haven't eaten a hot dog in 3-4 years, but let me tell you, it was GOOD!
Is your nursery done? All done, moving on to hospital bag and washing clothes to put away.
What are you really looking forward to? I agree with Mamabird on every level...
Can you still paint your toenails? Yes, but it requires some serious acrobatics.
Are you getting nervous? Yes, but I'm also getting more excited by the day, instead of just completely panic-stricken.
I don't know why it is so blurry. I think it was too sunny (Sunny? It snowed almost 5 inches last night!)
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 34 weeks, 3 days.
Size of Baby: On Thursday he was 4 lbs 9 oz.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +23 lbs. I actually gained a pound, finally!
Maternity Clothes: Everything.
Movement: He's a wild one. I don't think he has stopped for more than a couple hours since Saturday.
Symptoms: Headache, swollen everything, nausea, and exhaustion.
What I Miss: being able to go go go... not just go go go to the bathroom.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy, And he's not shy about it, either.
Cravings: Brownies (thanks to the 3rd tri board)
Is your nursery done? Just a few finishing touches.
What are you really looking forward to? Patrick finally being here! But other than that: sex, my first legal drink, and being able to sleep on my stomach.
Can you still paint your toenails? Um...I just gave up on that. I don't like to look at my feet anymore, anyway. Sausages, I say.Are you getting nervous? Actually, no. I don't know how I am remaining this calm about things. I trust my body to know what to do (and all the reading I've been doing) and I have full-faith in my doula and doctors to do what is best for Patrick and I.
How Far Along: 33 weeks, 6 days.
Size of Baby: At today's appointment she was 5lbs 2oz
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +22lbs
Maternity Clothes: mixing it up with regular clothes
Movement: All day long!
Symptoms: still getting bad charlie horses
What I Miss: sleeping on my stomach.
Is your nursery done? just have a few little things to do
What are you really looking forward to? enjoying sex :-)
Can you still paint your toenails? no way!Are you getting nervous? Yes a little.
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 35 weeks, 3 days.
Size of Baby: I have no idea. Big?
Total Weight Gain/Loss: Can you repeat the question? As I said in my blog, I think I'm done discussing this.
Maternity Clothes: Of course. Pretty much everything. The things I wear that are non-maternity I probably shouldn't be trying to wear.
Movement: Yes, she moves a lot and often.
Symptoms: Swelling, hip and lower back pain, pregnancy carpal tunnel. Fun.
What I Miss: Comfortable and restful sleep. Recognizing my own body.
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Sweet baby girl!
Cravings: Nothing specific.
Is your nursery done? Nope. We did get the crib and change table assembled this past weekend, though.
What are you really looking forward to? My last day of work this coming Friday!!!! And then getting the nursery and the rest of the house ready.
Can you still paint your toenails? Hellz no.
Are you getting nervous? Not really. My only nervousness is that she will come before I am ready (meaning before the house is ready..) I am not afraid of labor and delivery at all, and I'm only a little nervous about taking her home. I am more nervous about taking her home and being her Momma than I am about actually delivering her, though lol!
Pregnancy Highlights
How Far Along: 33w0d
Size of Baby: 4.5 lbs-ish
Total Weight Gain/Loss: I am right around 20 pounds gained.
Maternity Clothes: Practically everything.
Movement: Yup, and it is quite forceful.
Symptoms: Swelling and hip pain
What I Miss: My face that had only one chin.
Girl, Boy or Team Green: Girl
Cravings: Nope, just food.
Is your nursery done? Will be finished by weekend!
What are you looking forward to? Seeing Brooke, and having a glass of sangria!!!
Can you still paint your toenails? It is very very very difficult.
Are you getting nervous? Yes. Pretty much about the whole pushing a baby out of my vagina part.
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32 weeks 5 days.
Size of Baby: Not sure. According to the bump, baby's the size of a squash.
Total Weight Gain/Loss: No idea.
Maternity Clothes: Pretty much everything.
Movement: Throughout the day, but more at night.
Symptoms: Fatigue, some heartburn, sore back.
What I Miss: Coffee
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy
Cravings: Pineapple
Is your nursery done? Almost.
What are you really looking forward to? Going out for drinks with the girls, laying on my stomach, being able to do more positions during sex. haha.
Can you still paint your toenails? No idea, haven't tried.Are you getting nervous? Yes, but I know that whatever happens is going to happen and Ill just deal with it then.
First bump pic all pregnancy. you ladies make me feel good enough to finally take one.
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 36 weeks
Size of Baby: He seems pretty big. hopefully I will find out tomorrow
Total Weight Gain/Loss: Not sure but I really dont wanna know either
Maternity Clothes: anything in XL from Old navy but not maternity
Movement: Yes, lots at nighttime.
Symptoms: I can't stop sweating. and eating.
What I Miss: Margaritas!!!!!!
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Boy
Cravings: I'd eat anything today. I cant stop eating
Is your nursery done? Nope. I have been trying but too tired to accomplish anything
What are you really looking forward to? Meeting my little guy and seeing my daughter meet the little guy too. she is very excited
Can you still paint your toenails? no. but i would rather pay someone else to do it anyways
Are you getting nervous? not a lot. more excited
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 36 weeks, 3 days woo hoo!
Size of Baby: not a clue! Growth u/s is scheduled for the 16th and at that point I will be 37weeks 5days....
Total Weight Gain/Loss: As of today I have gained 24 pounds! Feeling pretty awesome at staying on track even with the bed rest! The lack of movement and still eating often had me worried LOL.
Maternity Clothes: Mostly just wearing pj pants and tank tops/sweat shirts (since I am on bed rest) but the occasional trip to the outside world has me in a liz lange maternity top (the best!) and my fav pair of gap maternity jeans (so cute!) I seriously think I will be wearing these jeans as long as possible post pregnancy!
Movement: When isn't she moving? The only time she isn't tossing around or kicking is when she gets the hiccups! LMAO
Symptoms: Ha ha ha - you name it, I have it. Heartburn, gas pressure, pelvic pain and pressure, lightening crotch, pinched nerves when I sit up, oh and constant contractions... just to name a few ;o)
What I Miss: Normal sex! LMAO
Girl, Boy, or Team Green: Future Princess
Cravings: Apples....big juicy and slightly tart apples.... mmmmm....
Is your nursery done? I can finally say....YES! Hooray! The only thing left is putting up her name but we don't have one yet so that will have to wait!
What are you really looking forward to? Are we being completely honest here? Getting wasted, having sex in every position imaginable, and passing out....on my stomach. <===== THIS!
Can you still paint your toenails? If I wanted to I am sure I could make it work.... but I am just not that kind of girl...Are you getting nervous? After speaking with people about the labor... the thing I am most nervous for is the first time SO leaves me alone with her to go to work.... I can just picture myself going back to her after seeing him off and just staring at her thinking "now what?" LOL
Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32 weeks & 5 days.Size of Baby: guessing close to 4 lbs. I will find out at my u/s next weekCan you still paint your toenails? barely. I scheduled a pedicure for this week and I can't wait
Are you getting nervous? not really nervous. just hoping that everything goes well. I am getting really tired of being asked this question though.