Week 33

This week we had our prenatal class, oh yeah, the one where they show you all the good stuff... It was a good class though, helpful tips and advice from a nurse who's been doing this longer then I have been alive. One thing she said. "Im not going to tell you that you need an epidural, but they will become your best friend if you do get one." **good to know

How far along: 33 Weeks! 

How big is the baby: Baby McD is aprox 18 inches long and right around 5lbs.. around the size of a Honeydew, I dont know if I want a honeydew inside of me! And my stomach is as hard as a honeydew, 

 

Total weight gain: Since day one, I have only gained 12lbs. Dr said thats good and she doesnt want me to gain any more than 20lbs... that weight though, is ALL baby!!

 

Stretch Marks: Nope :)

 

Best moment of the week: It was really nice to see my Daddy and sister this past weekend. Its strange to think that the next time I see them, Baby McD will be here! AHHHH

 

Symptoms:  Well, throughout some of the day, I have whats called "Beached Whale Syndrome." Where your belly just gets in the way and you feel like there is no way around it. Thank goodness I don't waddle yet... I've been told thats coming though. Yay!

 

Movement: He is a Rolly-Polly! Big movements and sometimes painful, but it will pay off when he gets a scholarship as a Defensive Linemen for being so strong! haha

Have you started to show?: My belly is out of control! Its just large, hard and in the way. It was real awkward when I painted my toes this weekend! and shaving my legs... I should get an award for that! 

 

Gender: "You're my boy, Blue!"

 

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button In or Out: In

Wedding Rings On or Off: On

What I’m looking forward to: We have a check up appt on Friday, I always love listening to his heartbeat. 

Week 32

 

How far along: 32 Weeks! 

How big is the baby: My app says Baby McD is 17 inches long and about 4lbs. 17 inches is really long, that explains why my stomach is reaching its own zip code!

 

Total weight gain: I only gained .8lbs from my previous appt to my most recent. The dr is happy with that number... he better be, I think thats a freaking record!

 

Stretch Marks: Still nothing! Knock on wood, were holding strong. Cocoa Butter continues to be the nightly regiment. 

 

Best moment of the week: I thought it was cute, last night Cadi was snuggling me in bed and she rested her head on my stomach. She probably has no idea whats going on, but she knows somethings a coming. 

 

Worst moment of the week: Two nights ago I slept like poop. I think I literally woke up every 45mins-1 hour tossing and turning 

 

Symptoms:  With him getting bigger and bigger, he's starting to push on my lungs which makes breathing sometimes difficult. Stairs are becoming an enemy

 

Movement: He keeps getting stronger. I can see him move through my clothes now, still kind of weird to see

Have you started to show?: Um yeah! So I had this shirt on for week 19, i think and this shirt is definitely reaching maximum capacity. HAHA

 

Gender: Baby McD is on team bowtie

 

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button In or Out: In

Wedding Rings On or Off: On

What I’m looking forward to: Mom, Jamie and Daddy are coming to visit this weekend! We're going to make Apple Pie and do our nails and all sorts of fun stuff. Im excited to see them!

Week 31

How far along: 31 Weeks! We are in the single digits folks… This baby is coming and the Dr said be prepared. Oh dear… I don't think Im ready for this. haha

How big is the baby: My app says around 3.5 lbs 

Total weight gain: I only gained .8 lbs from my last appointment two weeks ago. Booyah!!! Take that!

Best moment of the week: I think seeing the kid move last night was pretty neat. I was finally able to record him moving! He looks like an alien trying to escape! Its neat sharing that video. Another good moment… Shoppers doughnut. need i say more??

Worst moment of the week: Every morning I play this game with myself… do I have to pee that bad? Do I really want to leave this warm bed and possibly loss my spot to a fur ball just to go potty. Sad, but true. 
Movement: He is moving the same amount of time, but he is getting so much stronger. I swear he tried to kick his way through my stomach the other day. It was a little painful and I tried to push it back him, he did NOT like that. 

Have you started to show?:  Yup! Im surprised my belly is actually sticking out of my clothes. Its close, I have to wear undershirts just to make sure. I did have to cave in and buy a couple maternity shirts. The pants are still good. Even though 2 out of 3 buttons may be buttoned in this weeks photo. :)

Wedding Rings On or Off: On :) I haven't really noticed any swelling, in my feet or fingers, nothing. 

Stretch Marks?: Nope! I had to buy another bottle of cocoa butter and the smell bothers me, but it is so worth it. 

What I miss the most: Well, i miss being able to bend over. There is a big difference between the bend and the squat (which I have mastered). I do look a little goofy putting my shoes. Thank goodness for slip ons :)

Week 30

How far along: 30 weeks!!!! Holy ten more weeks to go. I think im getting in freak out mode. My app told me to get my hospital bag ready because this kid could really come at any time! AHHH

How big is the baby: approx 16 inches long and about 3.3lbs. My app says that Baby McD will now gain about 1/2lb week, so with that logic, he will be about 8.3 lbs at 40 weeks. but again, we talk about genetics and we'll see what happens. 

Total weight gain: I haven't weighed myself this week but i feel like I've gained 20lbs... I believe this is called "beached whale syndrome." I have an appt next week, we shall see where we are at then.

Best moment of the week: The changing table was delivered this week :) Im excited to put that together. Then I think thats the last piece of furniture for the nursery. The rest if just decorating

Worst moment of the week: I have a cold and it sucks. i cant breath, as in, my nose is plugged, and i feel like there is a huge weight on my chest. Im actually quite pathetic. I need my mommy. I swear Im going to sneeze this kid out of me!

Movement: This kid is out of control. He doesn't really do a lot of the quick jabs, they are more like him doing slow cartwheels in my stomach. My stomach is lopsided at times, which is a little weird. 

Have you started to show?:  The question is, how will this all go back down??? 

Wedding Rings On or Off: On :)

Stretch Marks?: Still nothing! The nightly amount of cocoa butter has increased in hopes to keep it that way. 
What I’m looking forward to: My mommy, daddy and sister are coming to visit in two weeks! We're going to watch movies, and do our nails. (well, maybe not my dad but he is a good sport) :)

What I miss the most: Being able to walk up stairs and not feeling like i weigh 500lbs... Two flights of stairs at a time... I don't think so cupcake! There needs to be an intermission for that crap!