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Week 39

Date: 10/16/18

How Far Along: 39W  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: At my highest yet, 144.8lbs

Stretch Marks: Still clear on the tummy. 

Maternity Clothes: Yep. bought a new dress and coat last weekend since it’s freaking winter now. Best Moment This Week: It’s 1 week to due date. that’s about it. I want it to be done and him to be here. I officially am scheduled for an induction on 10/30. so he will be out in 14-15 days at the latest OFFICIALLY. it’s great to have a light at the end of the tunnel. 

Worst Moment This Week: He’s not here yet

Miss Anything: I want my body back.  Movement: A little less than before. but he is running out of room! Saturday he was really active. but other than that he moves a little here and there. I can get him moving if I start poking him, which is fun.

Symptoms: Some contractions, but mostly still BH. I’ve started to lose part of my plug, so that’s a plus of things progressing, kind of. otherwise. same ol same ol

Cravings: Nothing here Queasy or Sick: Nope, feeling good. Have You Started To Show Yet: 100% Labor Signs: Put this in the symptoms part. whoops. but yeah. BH contractions and some discharge. let’s get this kid out of here. Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Moody and tired and want to not be pregnant. haha.  Looking Forward To: THIS KID NEEDS TO COME UP! He will 100% be out in the next 14-15 days at the absolute latest. Hopefully before that!

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Week 38

Date: 10/11/18

How Far Along: 38W+2  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: Dropped back down to 142. I think I’m just going to stay at the 20lbs up mark. less than 3 weeks until we are forcing him out (if he doesn’t come sooner) and I don’t think I’ll be gaining a ton in that time.

Stretch Marks: Still nothing on the stomach, PTL. fingers crossed it stays that way the next few weeks.

Maternity Clothes: Rocking them. it’s currently 35* outside and I have no winter pregnancy clothes... so it will be fun to try to not freeze to death until he arrives. Best Moment This Week: His room is done! My mom came last weekend and helped us buy everything else we needed and get his room all organized. Then last night his curtains came in, so his room is officially 100% done! WOOHOO!

Worst Moment This Week: He’s not here yet, and that sucks haha. Any time I talk to any of my family they think it’s about us going to the hospital or something. and it’s not. he’s still in there cooking. I think he’s dropped a bit, but I want him out NOW. Otherwise I just overdid it a bit last weekend, so it took a few days to recover from that. 

Miss Anything: Last night wasn’t bad. but the night before was terrible because the dog wasn’t feeling well. I’m just to the point where I’m ok with little sleep. I’m welcoming the no sleep party. whatever. Movement: Yeah, he’s a party animal in there. last night we went to dinner with friends and they were blown away when he really started wiggling, it was funny. He has switched over to my left side as well, which is supposedly easier for birth. so hopefully that means he’s getting prepared??

Symptoms: So much pressure. A good bit of pain. and tired. always tired. Heartburn has also been a lot worse the last 3 or 4 days. 

Cravings: Nothing here Queasy or Sick: Nope, feeling good. Have You Started To Show Yet: 100% Labor Signs: Still just having BH contractions. I have maybe 2 a day that is a “real” one, but it never leads anywhere. I also had the TINIEST bit of my plug come out yesterday. but, i mean, it was TINY like, half a centimeter... if that! haha. Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Happy I think? I definitely snap at the husband more often, but I’m generally in a good mood (besides feeling miserable! haha)  Looking Forward To: Doing all of the final things this weekend- writing thank you cards, getting the carseat set up, and figuring out the bottling situation since we have no room in our kitchen for anything. Also, really hoping this is my last one of these! haha

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Week 37

Date: 10/03/18

How Far Along: 37W+1  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: I’ve been lying the last few posts, sorry. I was only at 19lbs up. I’m now at 20lbs up. started at 123, currently 143. I hadn’t gained anything in the last month, so it was nice to see an extra pound on the scale this week. Midwife isn’t concerned, so neither am I. 

Stretch Marks: The stomach is still clear. I thought I saw one last night, but the hubs said it was just a line from how I was sitting. With less than 4 weeks left, I’m really praying I don’t get any!

Maternity Clothes: only thing that works. Though it’s getting cold and none of my maternity clothes are for cold weather, so it will be an interesting month  Sleep: I mean. it’s whatever.  Best Moment This Week: I had my Madison shower, which was awesome. my friends put on a great party and it was just a good day. I also had a surprise shower with my coworkers, so that was adorable. Yesterday I had a midwife appointment and she confirmed I could get induced at 41 weeks! So at the latest this baby will be here by Halloween! we are 100% having an October baby. 

Worst Moment This Week: I’m getting some pretty intense anxiety all of a sudden. Like, I want him to come out because I’m worried something is going to go wrong while he’s still in there. Once he comes out we can watch him and check him for signs of being ok. While he’s in there he’s still a mystery. I just want him here and safe.

Miss Anything: Sleep. I would love to sleep for a full night and not wake up feel sore or achy. last week I had one night where it happened. IDK what I did differently, but that day changed my life and I need it to happen again! haha.  Movement: Yep, he moves pretty regularly. I got confirmation that the hard thing I constantly feel on my right side is his little butt, and his head is down in my cervix and bladder. but it’s his little limbs that get me on my far right side (probably an elbow) and top and left side, his little legs! 

Symptoms: Pain and pressure always.

Cravings: Nothing here Queasy or Sick: Nope, feeling good. Have You Started To Show Yet: 100% Labor Signs: The BH keep getting stronger. 2 nights ago they wake me up they were so strong. sadly that didn’t happen again last night. I’m also starting to try all things to induce labor naturally. I’m ready to GET THIS KID OUT Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on Happy or Moody Most of the Time: I feel like I’ve been a little happier this week. today is a moody day... and I can tell I snap easier than before. but I’m a hormonal mess, so whatevs. Looking Forward To: My mom is coming in town this weekend to help finish up the nursery. we have a lot to do, so it’s going to be a busy weekend. but after that his room will be done and it will just be a waiting game until we arrives! 

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Week 36

Date: 9/27/18

How Far Along: 36W+2  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: 20lbs still. I   have only gained 1lb in the last month. My midwife hasn’t said anything about it since baby is still growing on track. I was a little concerned at first. I’m trying to eat better/more this week. I don’t have an appetite at night, so it makes it difficult to gain any weight since I’m not eating a ton after 3pm

Stretch Marks: The stomach is still clear, hoping that lasts the next month!

Maternity Clothes: only. Sleep: Screw sleep. I’ll just never get a full nights sleep again and wake up feeling not stiff and gross... it’s fine. I’m not bitter. Best Moment This Week: Honestly, it’s been a real shit week. I’m just ready to be done. Nothing positive to say here. 

Worst Moment This Week: Turns out that the pain I was in last week was because I had a yeast infection. yay pregnancy fun. Overall it’s not been a great week and I feel like crap. this baby needs to come out.

Miss Anything: Same as it’s been for awhile, I just want to feel normal again. I am in constant pain or discomfort, it’s exhausting. Movement: He’s still a moving and a shaking. He gets real antsy at dinner time. I have trouble eating; as soon as I take two bites he starting wiggling like crazy and makes me not able to eat

Symptoms: Pain. just pain always

Cravings: Nothing Queasy or Sick: Nothing here either Have You Started To Show Yet: 100% Labor Signs: The BH are still here and keep getting more frequent and stronger. I need them to change into real contractions so things can get moving. can you tell I’m ready to have this baby?? Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Pretty moody. I want to cry most of the time. I think the uncomfortableness has broken me down. Looking Forward To: My last 2 baby showers are coming up. the friends one is this weekend and I’m so excited! My friend hosting is the best party planner ever and I’ve never had a really real party for myself, so I’m pretty excited! and then my husbands work shower is next week. lastly, next week is 37 weeks, which means the baby is “term” so I will be doing everything in my power to get him out of me! 

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Week 34 & 35

Date: 9/19/18

How Far Along: 35W+1  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: 20lbs as of last week. I start my weekly appointments next week, so I’ll have a better idea of the gains then.

Stretch Marks: Nothing new, keeping my fingers crossed

Maternity Clothes: Yep. Sleep: Still pretty sucky. Best Moment This Week: We went to Seattle this past weekend for a wedding and got to see a bunch of friends we haven’t seen in awhile! It was a good time. I was also about to see little guy for a few seconds last week. they wanted to confirm that he was head-down, so they brought in a mini ultrasound machine! I was able to see his big head down in my pelvis (YAY!), they also showed me his heart and spine. It was so cool to see him again even for just a second and confirm he is in birthing position!  

Worst Moment This Week: Ok, I won’t go into all the gory details, but I am in pain. I over did it this weekend + the travel has turned me into a swollen, tender, mess. I couldn’t even walk on Monday it was so bad. If this is the amount of pain I’m in pre-baby I can’t imagine what the pain is like afterwards. Lord willing I’m all healed up in the next few days, because this is unbearable. 

Miss Anything: I want to feel good. I want my body back. I’m tired of feeling like total shit. If I could have this cute baby bump with none of the pain i would. but the pain is killer! Movement: Yep, though it has slowed a bit. I think the little guy is running out of room in there! 

Symptoms: Heartburn, swelling, tiredness, mood swings. all the fun stuff. 

Cravings: Nothing Queasy or Sick: Nothing here either Have You Started To Show Yet: 100% Labor Signs: BH are pretty regular now. I’ve already had 2 or 3 this morning and it’s only 9am. They are also getting stronger and even a couple are starting to inch out of the “pressure” category and into the “pain” category! He’s also head down, so he’s in position!  Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on, I think I may be in the clear (knock on wood) Happy or Moody Most of the Time: So. freaking. moody. when we landed on Monday I just sat in the car and cried. for no reason. I was just so overwhelmed about being home and being exhausted that I just cried.  Looking Forward To: Doing nothing this weekend. I need a break. 

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Week 33

Date: 9/6/18

How Far Along: 33W+2 Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: 19lbs as of last week, will have an update next week.

Stretch Marks: Nothing new right now.

Maternity Clothes: Yes, and my lovely sister gave me soooo many clothes when I was home this weekend. I literally doubled my clothing options! very exciting. Sleep: Same old same old. most days it sucks. Best Moment This Week: We went home for the KY baby shower this weekend. it was great to see all of the family and get some things for baby J. it was fun to see all of the littles and play with them. great weekend away!

Worst Moment This Week: Still car stuff. we have no idea when we will get the car back. I’m terrified it’s going to take another month and it will push up to right when baby will be here. we need to get his car seat in and good to go. We will also need the car for our next baby shower to pack everything up. Just stress of getting all of this taken care of.

Miss Anything: I want to feel good.  Movement: He’s a mover, always.

Symptoms: A bunch of the same. I have been having a lot of pelvic pressure, especially when I first stand up after sitting for awhile. I think he’s moved pretty low down, which is exciting. 

Cravings: Nothing Queasy or Sick: Nothing here either Have You Started To Show Yet: 100% Labor Signs: BH rare becoming more common. it’s annoying because if my bladder is full they come, but if I’m dehydrated they come.. so drinking water doesn’t help, but not drinking doesn’t either. All very annoying. otherwise no other signs here. Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on. and it’s cooling off so I’m hoping they stay on since I only get swelling from being too hot. Happy or Moody Most of the Time: IDK. I’m going to go with happy this week? but also moody. I’m just a hot mess. Looking Forward To: Getting my hair done this weekend. this will probably be the last time before baby! we also have the hospital tour and consignment sale this weekend. some good stuff coming up this weekend!

[yuan2makeababy]

Week 32

Date: 8/30/18

How Far Along: 32W+2 Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: As of monday I was 142, so right at 19 lbs gained. With 8 weeks to go I’m thinking I’ll be around 30lbs up by the end of this. It’s almost all in my stomach. I’m thinking my thighs are getting a little bit of it as well, and my boobs DEF are gaining weight. 

Stretch Marks: Same as before. my thighs may be getting some tiny ones, I can’t really tell. I have thigh stretchmarks just from life pre-pregnancy, so I’m not too concerned

Maternity Clothes: Yep. I may run to target and grab a couple more tank tops. the ones I’ve been wearing are starting to ride up and won’t really work with my maternity shorts or overalls any longer! haha  Sleep: Some days it’s great, some days it sucks. I have made myself a nice pillow fort that seems to be working really well.  Best Moment This Week: I was in Milwaukee for the weekend which was fun, but exhausting. it was just great to be with our friends that we don’t see super often. And I wasn’t the only slow pregnant lady, haha. One of the bars we went to gave us some yummy mocktails, which was awesome! Also, found out on Monday he is head down, which is awesome!

Worst Moment This Week: Well, I got into a car accident 2 days ago. long story short, a girl ran her stop sign and t-boned me, hit me again, and pushed me into a bike rack. I’m fine. baby is fine. care, not so fine. I should know more today on the damage.. but I did have to go to the hospital and get the baby monitored for a few hours. It was great to hear his little heart for 3 hours, but not the most fun for everything around it. here’s hoping the care can be fixed soon!

Miss Anything: Feeling normal. I want my body back Movement: Always, he’s a mover.

Symptoms: All the usual stuff. heartburn is still there. back still hurts. sleep comes and goes. I need to get better about eating so I don’t get so exhausted as quickly as I have been

Cravings: Nope Queasy or Sick: All good Have You Started To Show Yet: My bosses boss says I’ve got me a big bump! haha. Labor Signs: BH are still around. when I was getting monitored they said they could see I was having contractions, but they don’t hurt at all, my stomach just gets tight.  Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on! Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Still emotional. I cried in arby’s worried that I wouldn’t be able to go back to work quickly. what is wrong with me.  Looking Forward To: Going home this weekend. haven’t been home since the holidays (which is CRAZY). It will be the first time I’m seeing a large part of my family since being pregnant and I’m MUCH LARGER than the last time I saw the people that have seen me since being knocked up. it’s going to be a fun time. and our first baby shower!

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Week 31

Date: 8/23/18

How Far Along: 31W+2 Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: I’m up to having appointments every 2 weeks now, so I’ll have a weight update next week since I have another appointment on Monday :) 

Stretch Marks: I’m pretty sure my boobs are getting more stretch marks, ugh. But my stomach is holding strong, keep it up elastic stomach! 

Maternity Clothes: Yeah. This week I went to target and bought a couple guys XL tshirt to just have to lounge in because none of my lounging shirts (read free college shirts, haha) fit any longer. like, i wear a medium shirt and as soon as I sit on the couch my stomach comes popping out! so baggy men’s shirts are what I live in outside of work.  Sleep: It’s really hit or miss. some days I sleep straight through until 6am, which sounds great.... but in reality I’m usually sore from being in an uncomfortable position that I feel worse those days. Then the days I wake up 2-3 times a night I’m tired, but at least my body doesn’t hurt. I really am concerned with how I’m going to make this work the next 2 months. I may pull some extra pillows out of the closet tonight and see if that helps. Best Moment This Week: Not a lot happened this week. It was pretty chill. My birthing class this week was a lot better. I was able to learn a lot about pain management during labor, which was super informative. Also, he’s still just super active, which is awesome. It makes me a lot less stressed about his well being knowing that if I just sit still for a few minutes he will let me know he’s there. Otherwise, no big moments... OH! I have one. it was our dogs birthday on Monday. happy birthday Dud.

Worst Moment This Week: The whole just being exhausted 24/7. nothing big and bad happened. I’m just tired.

Miss Anything: Feeling normal. I just want to feel like I have control of my body and can sleep and can sit how I like. oddly enough I’m so used to not drinking that that doesn’t bother me as much as it used to. I’m ready for just wine at home, but going out and having a cocktail doesn’t super appeal to me at the moment. i think it’s because I’m so tired when we go out, haha. Movement: Constantly. dude loves to let me know he’s there!

Symptoms: Heartburn is still around. I get it more when I don’t eat than when I do, which is weird. I’ve also been bad about not eating when I get hungry. so then i get exhausted/feel bad from not eating that I don’t have enough energy to go and get food. I need to be better about having snacks around!

Cravings: Nothing really. Queasy or Sick: Nothing Have You Started To Show Yet: I’m all baby bump. Labor Signs: still nothing here, stay that way for at least 4 more weeks. After that let the labor come. I want this kid out early! haha  Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? On. only 2 months to go, let’s see if they stay! Happy or Moody Most of the Time: IDK. probably moody. I definitely am more emotional. I cried reading a sign from a mom during the Pride parade this weekend.  Looking Forward To: This weekend is fantasy football weekend. we are heading to hang out with a few of our closest friends for a few days. I’m excited to see everyone, it’s been almost a year since I’ve seen some of these jokers. 3 of us are also prego, so it will be fun to compare stories and bumps and see how everyone is feeling.

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Week 30

Date: 8/16/18

How Far Along: 30W+2  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: As of Monday I was at 138.4, which puts me at 15 up from my normal pre-preg weight. 

Stretch Marks: Nothing new here. 

Maternity Clothes: Yep, the only thing that fits... I wore a normal tank under a dress yesterday and it kept riding up on my tummy. it was actually pretty funny. I’ve given up on any non-maternity clothes and just wear the same 5 outfits over and over. Sleep: I’ve given up. I think I get about 2-3 hours of sleep, then get uncomfortable and have to adjust. I feel like I never get fully rested. And then the dog wakes me up 30 minutes before I need to get up. it’s really great.  Best Moment This Week: I’m finally 30 weeks. For some reason, this is a big milestone in my head. 10 weeks is a short time. Especially since we have so many fun things coming up over the next 2 months. I feel like it’s all just going to fly by and I am pumped about it!

Worst Moment This Week: I took the wrong bus after my midwife appointment on Monday. this caused me to walk 1.3 miles home. It was so hot and humid and I had on my work clothes/shoes/backpack. I had also walked to my appointment from my office, which is a little over half a mile. so I got a nice 2 mile unexpected walk on Monday. It kicked my ass. I just had to lie around the rest of the night after. I am heading to Seattle in a month, so I’m a little worried how I’ll hold up there :\ 

Miss Anything: Lying on my stomach. I just want to belly flop on EVERYTHING.  Movement: So much movement. He’s a dancer, I’m sure of it. Last night he was going crazy. I just grabbed the hubs hand and made him feel it and he almost didn’t believe how much he was wiggling around. He is still head up, with the head right under my right ribs. so the movements I feel the most seem to be his arms/head.

Symptoms: Heartburn, no sleep, leg cramps. I had some indigestion a few days ago and I thought I was dying. I’ve read those stories of women going to the ER and it is just gas and now I totally get why they go in. I was concerned I was having contractions, and painful ones. Nope, I took some Tums and an hour or so later I was fine. Crazy what your body does!

Cravings: Nothing new Queasy or Sick: Nope Have You Started To Show Yet: Duh. Labor Signs: still nothing here. Belly Button In or Out? Out-y. really out. Like, the whole thing now sticks out, not just the top. Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on, with no signs of needing to take them off. keeping those fingers crossed. Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Leaning on the moody side again. mix of tiredness, work stress (only been here 3 months and my boss took a 2.5 week vacation.. .so I’m a little lost!).  Looking Forward To: Doing nothing this weekend (hopefully). then next weekend we are heading to fantasy football weekend. 3 of the 4 pregos will be there, so that will be fun! :)

[yuan2makeababy]

Week 29

Date: 8/10/18

How Far Along: 29W+3  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: Won’t know until Monday. My guess is I’m up 15LBs from the start.

Stretch Marks: Still just the boobs, but I have noticed a few additional there. they are starting to grow up around the side now. I’m really hoping they don’t come up top, I’d like to be comfortable with some cleavage post-baby.

Maternity Clothes: Oh yeah. I think I need to get a few more items. I feel very limited when I try to get dressed for work.  Sleep: Still sucks. I’ve just come to terms with waking up exhausted everyday. This must be why non-coffee drinkers (like myself) start drinking coffee after kids! Best Moment This Week: FRIENDCATION! I got to spend 3.5 days with my 3 best friends in Portland. We did all of the touristy things. I bought a book at Powell’s, ate some voodoo donuts, and took way too many pictures at the international rose garden. It was just a fabulous time. I can tell I can’t keep up like I used to, but was able to sit often and that helped!

Worst Moment This Week: My early flight from PDX to MSP was pretty uncomfortable. Overall, the travel wasn’t bad, but I fell asleep on that flight. and falling sleep makes you all slouched and scrunched. When you have no back support and a big tummy in the way, that ain’t comfortable! I have another flight in 5 weeks (at 34+ weeks, OMG) so now I know I need to give myself some additional support items.

Miss Anything: Not being tired. I’m just really tired. I have a feeling that feeling won’t go away for a bit... Movement: It’s close to a constant at this point. At least every few hours he does something to remind me that he is there. I just love it. The only part of pregnancy I will miss.

Symptoms: Heartburn has gotten worst, that’s really annoying. And I can’t get comfortable in bed.

Cravings: Nothing new Queasy or Sick: None Have You Started To Show Yet: So much. A stranger on the MAX in PDX yelled at me “what a cute little belly!”. supes awkward.  Labor Signs: Not yet, hopefully they hold off for at least 6-7 more weeks! Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on and no swelling! Happy or Moody Most of the Time: I’m starting to notice some mood swings. I’m getting more worked up at work things than I did when I first started my job. I’m trying to keep the emotions in check so I don’t look like an idiot for freaking out over nothing. Looking Forward To: Another appointment next week. I’m hoping the midwife can tell me what position he’s in? I’m not sure if he’s large enough for that yet? But I also hit the 30 week mark next. which is just crazy. I feel like 30 weeks is the real deal! 

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Week 28

Date: 8/2/18

How Far Along: 28W+2  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: I don’t check weekly, I’ll get weighed again on the 13th (at 30 weeks)

Stretch Marks: No changes here, still just on my boobs.

Maternity Clothes: Yep. even some of the non-maternity clothes that I just bought a bigger size in of normal clothing don’t work anymore. I wore a bra and dress from pre-pregnancy days, but that are large/stretchy and have worked in the last couple of weeks. BAD IDEA. I was miserable yesterday. I stripped as soon as I got home because I thought I was going to die of back pain form the bra and dress being so uncomfortable. Sleep: Last night I may have found the magical sleeping position! If I put my body pillow horizontal and I lay right in the middle I get back support when on my back, and stomach support if I roll to either side. There is nothing for my knees,but I’ve discovered I spend most of my time on my back ,so it works out well. I slept amazing last night, and I haven’t felt that way in months! Here’s hoping this continues to work! Best Moment This Week: Sunday was a lazy day. I sat on the couch literally the entire day and just listened to podcasts and played on my phone. The best part was that baby was SO ACTIVE. He was moving and jumping and rolling and all over the place. I just loved it. There was one kick where he swept over half of my stomach. I could clearly tell it was a little limb just swiping across. I usually have no idea when part of him is bumping me, but it was cool to see the tiny little nub and know it was his foot, hand, or elbow. so cute.

Worst Moment This Week: Wearing clothing that doesn’t quite fit anymore and being totally miserable. I thought I was going to have to leave work yesterday I was so uncomfortable! 

Miss Anything: I have a feeling my answer will be “alcohol” the next couple of months. I’m leaving for a friendcation tomorrow and everyone will be drinking the whole time.. then there will be sober Anna :( Movement: So. much. movement. I love how wiggly he is. on the days where I can’t feel him as much I get bummed and then a little freaked out that something is wrong. Yesterday he was a lot lower than usual, and I DON’T LIKE THAT. he needs to stay up in the middle until he’s ready to come out. when he was down low he kicked my cervix a couple of times and that doesn’t feel good, and the night before that he had the first true kick to my bladder. i had never had such a sudden and strong need to pee in my life! haha. But otherwise he is actually kicking up a storm right now. I LOVE talking to him when he’s moving around. I just want him here already!!!

Symptoms: Just mostly tiredness. My acne on my chin came back in the last week or so, that’s annoying. Heartburn happens, but usually if I don’t eat which I find weird. 

Cravings: Nothing new Queasy or Sick: Nope, I think this is good as gone. Have You Started To Show Yet: Duh. Labor Signs: Nope, Braxton Hicks every couple of days, but that’s it. I thought yesterday I was maybe having some with how bad my back was hurting. but then I realized my clothes didn’t fit and that was most of it, and he was in a position he hadn’t been in before, so I was uncomfortable from that too.  Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on and no swelling. Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Happy mostly Looking Forward To: Tomorrow is friend-cation! The 4 of us get together every year to hang out and be friends and I’m so pumped! This will probably be the last year I’ll be able to go for awhile, so I need to live it up! 

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Week 27

Date: 7/25/18

How Far Along: 26W+1  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: I don’t check weekly, I’ll get weighed again on the 13th (at 30 weeks)

Stretch Marks: Just the boobs still... but they are starting to grow more. Before they were only on the under boob, now I’m starting to see some on the side and moving around. If the tops of my boobs get stretchmarks I’m gonna be so annoyed.

Maternity Clothes: 100%. I’m thinking about buying some more... I’m tired of wearing the same 7 outfits over and over. Sleep: It still sucks. I get up at least twice to pee and a few other times just because I’m uncomfortable. I have started sleeping on my back (WHICH MY MIDWIFE SAYS IS 100% OK DON’T @ ME) and that has helped me sleep for longer stretches of time without hip pain.  Best Moment This Week: We got to hang out with friends and we have a little texting group that is us pregnant people or already have kids and it’s so fun to have “mom friends” that formed from my normal friendships. It’s really great that our friend group naturally molded into all of us being pregnant at the same time!

Worst Moment This Week: Just total exhaustion. I have discovered I over exert myself and don’t drink enough water then feel like shit when I get home. I’m trying to get better about drinking more water!

Miss Anything: Drinks & sleep & no pain. the usual. I honestly just don’t enjoy being pregnant. I love that we created a baby and I want him to be here, but this 9 months between him coming into existence and him being in my arms sucks. Movement: He’s still a wiggle worm. I love it. I hope he’s a little mover and shaker once he gets out (but still likes cuddles, cause I need that! haha). yesterday he spent majority of the day kicking my upper right side. He’s getting pretty strong already, so I’m worried what damage he may cause once he gets bigger! But he moves all of the time, at least once a day I just sit and laugh at him and talk to him asking what the heck he’s doing in there!

Symptoms: I finally got that line on my stomach. it’s been here for a couple of weeks but forgot to mention it. Otherwise I’m just pretty tired by the end of the day. I started “nesting” this weekend. I cleaned out my closet and dresser and just loved it and felt so much better with it being done! Now to finish the hubs stuff and to clean out Jonah’s closet all together.

Cravings: Nothing new. Still really into ice cream! :) Queasy or Sick: Nope, feeling good still. Have You Started To Show Yet: That’s a big yes on showing. Labor Signs: A few Braxton Hicks, but nothing else. Belly Button In or Out? Out-y Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on, I’m really hoping I stay lucky and can keep it on all pregnancy. by the time I get huge the weather will be cooling off and that should help! Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Happy mostly Looking Forward To: Going to dinner with some old coworkers tonight, which will be so fun cause I love and miss them. And the husbands birthday is saturday. we are going to a ball game and bar. it’s just fun to celebrate him, so I’m excited. It’s also my ex-office mates birthday and she’s coming out to party with us as well so it’s double the birthday fun! 

[yuan2makeababy]

Week 26

Date: 7/20/18

How Far Along: 26W+3  Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: I was correct on my guess last week. Currently at 135, so I have gained 12 pounds from my “normal” weight. Midwife says my trajectory looks good. I’m slightly below the average weight, but I have always been...

Stretch Marks: Just the boobs still

Maternity Clothes: Yep, I don’t even attempt my belly band any longer. it’s dresses or maternity pants all the way.  Sleep: I get up at least twice every night. Once around 3 and then again between 5 and 6. Poor husband hasn’t been sleeping well because of the dog, so we are just a struggle bus all together.  Best Moment This Week: He’s still kicking a lot, which is fun. the last day or so he’s been calmer and it makes me sad! Another great thing is we bought some real art for his nursery. There was the Art Fair on the Square last weekend and we each picked out a piece of whale art that we liked and bought. He now has the nicest pieces of art in the whole house. But it will be nice once he gets older and can appreciate that we got those for him. 

Worst Moment This Week: I can’t really think of anything. I’ve been a little more tired than usual, but work has gotten much busier recently. I also had my first contraction on Sunday and that HURT SO BAD. It took my breath away. the husband said he didn’t notice, but I felt like my stomach was closing in on itself. 

Miss Anything: I would like my energy back, and no pain. I know it’s only going to get worse as I get bigger and further along, but goodness I want a day of no pain. So maybe in 3+ months I will get that, haha! Movement: He’s a mover and a shaker! He’s also gotten to where he likes to curl up in weird spots, so then I get these little bulbous spots on my stomach. it’s sooo weird, but hilarious. The last 2 days he’s slowed down a bit and I miss it, I’m thinking he may be going through a growth spurt. Hopefully he’ll start back up again soon.

Symptoms: My lower back has been pretty bad the last couple of days. the right side of the tailbone hurts pretty bad if I walk too much. I had the contraction this last week, but that was a one time thing so far. 

Cravings: I think I’ve finally hit some cravings! I’m really into soups right now. Pho and ramen (cheap ramen, not the god stuff HAHA) sound so great. And then yesterday I really needed pizza. so it changes by the day, but when I want something I’ve gotten to where I go way out of my way to get it! Queasy or Sick: Nope, feeling good. Have You Started To Show Yet: Duh. so much showing. He’s a big boy. Labor Signs: Had the one contraction. it sucked, but other than that no other signs. The midwife said as long as it doesn’t continue/get worse and there are no other signs of labor then I’m good. Belly Button In or Out? Out, so far out. you can see it in every outfit. Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on, only swelling is during the super hot days when I would swell up pre-pregnancy too. Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Happy girl here. I think my exhaustion makes me look moody, but I’m in a good mood! Just tired! Looking Forward To: I’m going to hang out with my friends this weekend! It’s been almost 2 months since we’ve all hung out, so I’m pumped. Two of the people are pregnant as well, so it will be fun to catch up on how they are feeling. I’m the furthest along and most people haven’t seen me since i’ve been this pregnant, so it’s gonna be fun. I’m hoping we can take a pregnant/bump picture while we are all together so we can show how we’ve changed as we keep growing! Also, next week is the 3rd trimester, WHATT. So excited for that and knowing that this is almost over and our little guy will be here soon. 

[yuan2makeababy]

I’m obsessed with how this kid kicks me all the time. 99 days to go until he’s kicking on the outside!

[yuan2makeababy]

Week 25

Date: 7/12/18

How Far Along: 25W+2 Sex: Boy! Weight Gain: IDK... I have an appointment on Monday which will give me an update. At my last appointment I was up 6 pounds. I wouldn’t be surprised if I was at the 10-12 pound point. 

Stretch Marks: Just the boobs still

Maternity Clothes: Yes, and I got super lucky on getting some cheap stuff. The Boston Store is going out of business and all of their maternity stuff was on sale for 75% off. so I got 3 dresses, 3 tops, and a nursing bra for less than $100! Sleep: Still not great, I’m waking up super hot in the middle of the night, but my husband is cold so he turns off the fan and them I’m all hot and sweaty. My dog also refuses to let me sleep in past 7am, so that’s fun...   Best Moment This Week: He kicks pretty much all of the time, which is super fun. I enjoy getting to know he is in there and doing well. Otherwise it’s been a chill week, well except for the dreaded glucose test...

Worst Moment This Week: Guys. the glucose tolerance test. No one warned me. I think people tend to go on the side of not warning since there is a reputation for it sucking. So I went in knowing that it wasn’t going to taste as bad as expected, which was true. I got to the lab around 7:45am the day I turned 25 weeks. Since I usually have a sugary breakfast I decided to not eat that morning so I wouldn’t have extra glucose in my system. I had a choice between orange and lemon-lime. I heard the orange was better, so I went with that. It was like off brand koolaid, mixed with off brand jello. I’m not a good “chugger” so getting it all done in 5 minutes wasn’t fun, but I did it. About 10 minutes later I started getting nauseous and my stomach was hurting. I drank some water and took some deep breaths. At this point I have friends on social media telling me they failed or passed out and I’m all panicking. I’m feeling terrible and know I won’t be able to do this a second time. At about the 20-40minute time frame I started feeling better. I was listening to my favorite podcast (My favorite Murder, SSDGM Murderinos!) and playing on my phone. About the 45 minute mark the nausea hit again, and it was worst. I knew if I puked before they took my blood it would count as an auto fail and that wasn’t going to happen, I couldn’t do this again! Finally the hour was up and they called me in to take my blood. My biggest fear was puking while they took my blood, but I didn’t! I was officially done and could leave. I decided I wanted a bagel and headed to Panera. Halfway there I got REAL QUEASY. I take a detour because I know I can’t make it to the restaurant. I take the first road I can find, pull over in front of some poor persons house, and puke up all the nasty orange gunk. It. Was. Miserable. I’ll leave all the gory details, but it was not fun. I drive myself home and still feel terrible. My stomach is completely a wreck and I’m dealing with it from all directions... I end up taking the day off and napping and resting the rest of the day....

On the plus side, I passed! So I don’t have to do that ever again! But, my God, when my friends get to this point in their pregnancy I’m warning them. That shit is ROUGH.  Miss Anything: We went out this weekend and not being able to order a drink is still a bummer. BUT we had brunch sunday and the place had fancy lemonaids, so it was like I got a cocktail, but not. love a good mocktail!  Movement: Yep, he likes to move around. I’m hoping on Monday they will be able to tell me which direction he is facing so I can get an idea of what parts are “kicking” me. who knows, he could just be head butting me all the time!

Symptoms: Just still tired and in pain most of the time. My legs are pretty achy all the time. It’s like I ran a couple miles every day... which clearly isn’t happening! haha

Cravings: Nothing really. I’m into suckers and ice cream still. But there is nothing that I just HAVE TO HAVE. Queasy or Sick: Neither, feeling good (except for that damn glucose test!) Have You Started To Show Yet: Had a stranger ask how far along I was, I told them 25 weeks. her response: “wow, I’m surprised you’re showing that much already!” rude. and the hubs says I’m just “carrying big”. So, yes. I’m clearly showing a lot. But it’s all belly, so I’m trying not to complain. I’ve always been small framed and never had to worry about my body, so it’s a weird feeling not fitting into clothes and feeling large for me.  Labor Signs: I think I’m getting braxton hicks now. The last two days in the evening I have had this weird tightness in my lower bellow that I haven’t felt before. I thought it was just ligament pain, but it only comes in waves and it’s not a pulling pain, it’s just a tight uncomfortable-ness. I’m going to ask the midwife about it next week to see if that’s what it is.  Belly Button In or Out? Out Wedding Rings On or Off? Still on. I haven’t had any swelling yet so fingers crossed that continues!  Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Happy I think. Much happier than earlier on in the pregnancy. A lot has changed in life (new job!) and I think that has to a lot to do with it too.  Looking Forward To: I have an appointment on Monday. I haven’t had one in 4 weeks which is the longest I’ve been without either an ultrasound or appointment. My next appointment is 4 weeks after that, then I move into the every 2 week appointments. How are we only a month away from having to check on him every other week?!?! I’m just soooo ready for him to be here already! 

[yuan2makeababy]

Week 24

Date: 7/5/18

How Far Along: 24W+2  Sex: Baby Boy Weight Gain: Questionable. I don’t have an appointment for another week and a half, so I’ll know then. I’m trying not to get freaked out about what my weight may become by the end of this. I’m definitely gaining... 

Stretch Marks: Just the boobs still... 

Maternity Clothes: Still a yes. still not wanting to spend the money on it. Sleep: Not great. I toss and turn a handful of times throughout the night and have my body pillow I have to flop around with me. it’s whatever, I’m in that no sleep life, which just ain’t fair. I thought it wouldn’t get like this until 3rd trimester.  Best Moment This Week: We are at viability! If this dude decides to come doctors are going to put in the work to save him. It’s soooo real that, like, he is more than likely going to make it now! but otherwise I’m getting to the point where I don’t have answers for this because I can’t remember how the last week went! haha. We went to Ikea yesterday, so that was awesome. The nursery is really coming together! We have the crib, dresser, and bookshelf/storage. OHHHH, and a friend just found out she’s having twins and I AM DYING AND I’M SO HAPPY!!!! Nugget is going to have soooo many little friends near his age. we have 4 other babies due in the 4 months after he’s due. so pumped for all the babies. 

Worst Moment This Week: ummm, idk. there were a couple of days that were super hot, so that sucked. I had to eat Indian food twice, which isn’t my fav haha. Overall it was a chill week, nothing really “bad” I can think of. Miss Anything: Being comfortable. I’m uncomfortable 80% of the time. Back hurts. feet hurt. heartburn. I hate to complain because we worked so hard to get pregnant, and he is more than worth it... but I want it to be over and to have my little boy already.  Movement: Yeah, he’s an active dude! 

Symptoms: Exhaustion after a day. yesterday was Ikea & buybuy baby craziness. we shopped from 11-5. when we got home, I couldn’t help with anything, I had to just sit. My legs hurt too bad. No visible swelling, but it feels like swelling. 

Cravings:  Still nothing. though maybe icecream? I want icecream more often but don’t know if I get icecream as a “craving” because I’m supposed to have those and it’s a good excuse, or am I actually craving it.  Queasy or Sick: Neither, feeling good. Have You Started To Show Yet: So much, I get the “are you sure there’s only one” & “looks like he may be a big boy”. I like that I’m showing as a pregnant person and not chubby. but the last 3ish weeks that tummy is a growing! Labor Signs: Thank God no. I have some cramps and the hubs jokingly goes “DO WE NEED TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL” any time I show signs of cramping or pulling at my stomach! hahaha.  Belly Button In or Out? Ok, I’m calling it out now. it is visible in all shirts and dresses. I compared my 21 week to 23 week and the belly button is OUTTTT. Wedding Rings On or Off? On, though hot days it gets a little too tight. but that is my normal summer reaction, i don’t think it’s pregnancy related.  Happy or Moody Most of the Time: Happy... with a touch of bratty. hahahaa. Looking Forward To: This was a short week with the holiday, so I’m looking forward to only have a day and a half of work left this week and then another day off. And we are going to put the bookshelf/storage thing together today so our nursery will be totally done (big furniture) except for the rocker. I’m going to get it all put together and in order and I’m pumpeddddd. 

[yuan2makeababy]

Week 23

Date: 6/27/18

How Far Along: 23W+1  Sex: Baby Boy Weight Gain: Not sure if I’ve gained any more since last week.

Stretch Marks: Nothing new

Maternity Clothes: Yep, trying to get some new dresses from Amazon this week. I also need to get some new shirts, my tshirts and normal vnecks are starting to ride up & I don’t want to stretch them. Sleep: I feel like last week sleep got better, then this week it got ruined again. Part of the issue is my damn dog forces me out of bed before I’m fully awake and it puts me in such a sour mood. I can’t seem to fully wake up during the day after he does this. Every day I say I’m going to go to bed early, which never happens. So, overall sleeping isn’t terrible, I can fall asleep and only get up once or twice to pee.. but waking up is a nightmare.  Best Moment This Week: It’s to the point where I can see and feel him move every day. I love just sitting and watching him do his thing. I usually have to give him a talking to when this happens because I try to get a video and he stops moving as soon as my phone comes out!

Worst Moment This Week: honestly, my dog has been a huge pain in the ass the past week. He forces us out of bed at 7am no matter the day, and sits and whines non-stop all day long. I’m getting close to a breaking point, I just don’t know what’s wrong with him or how to make it better.  Miss Anything: Getting to sleep in. Not even sleep in, but just get to lay in bed for as long as I want. Everyone keeps jokingly saying that the dog is getting us ready for baby. I don’t need him to get me ready for baby! Let me enjoy my last 4 months of relaxing whenever the hell I want. Movement: Yep! I can feel him every day at this point. Freaking love it. 

Symptoms: Back pain is still a thing. I had to change seats and get my heating pad out yesterday. Overall I’m just feeling yuck the last week. I’m having a lot of “I don’t enjoy being pregnant” feelings. I think the hormones are going strong this week and causing me to focus more on the negative. 

Cravings:  Nope. Queasy or Sick: Neither, feeling fine. Have You Started To Show Yet: Oh yes. Labor Signs: Nope Belly Button In or Out? Still stretching, I don’t feel like my stomach and changed in size much in the past week, so not a lot of changes here. Wedding Rings On or Off? On Happy or Moody Most of the Time: So moody this week. I a mixture of the dog, the hubs having a hard week at work, and my insane hormones are causing me to just feel poopy.  Looking Forward To: I’m hanging out with some friends tomorrow that are also successfully pregnant after infertility, so I can’t wait to hear what worked for them and how they are feeling. Other than that, I have my glucose test either next week or the week after. Not really “looking forward” to it, but looking forward to having it done and not having to worry about it. 

Dear future self, sorry this post is so short and yucky! I really need a nap, a large glass of whine, and a sedative for the damn dog.