Wednesday, June 29, 2016

24 Week Preggie Update

Sorry that I missed last week loves.  I don't  have a good reason for writing a post other than I got lazy and didn't feel like taking a picture, haha.  But we're back at 24 weeks and feeling great!  I don't feel like I look that great though, but, meh...

Anywho, Baby B is the size of an ear of corn!  I can't believe it.  According to all my apps OvulineWhat To Expect and Baby Center, Baby B is starting to develop surfactant in his/her lungs to help them breathe on the outside.  Pretty much everything is developed except the lungs.  It's important for Baby B to stay inside this pretty little belly until as close to Oct 18 as possible so that a huge amount of medical care won't be needed upon arrival.  


Speaking of pretty little belly, I feel like the inside may not look so pretty, haha.  Baby B moves around A LOT.  It went from no movement, to little rolls, to all out punches and kicks...it also just went from in the evening to all day now. It's really amazing, but sometimes, I'm trying to focus and then the movement comes and I can't help but smile.  I think I even felt some hiccups :)


We went to the doctor on Monday and everything is going as it should and I'm measuring where I should be at 24 weeks.  I'm at 120 pounds now, the heaviest that I have been in my life.  I'm also starting to notice that my arms are starting to accumulate some extra cushion...if you know what I mean.  AJ says my butt is getting bigger and of course my boobs.


What else, oh, I started my registry and  I think I'm almost done.  I did most of it online, but Sunday, my wonderful mother and I went out and looked at some things in person to help make some final decisions.  I have a registry at BuyBuyBaby and MyRegistry.com  (universal registry).  Shopping for a baby is so overwhelming, especially when you are #TeamGreen.  There are so many cute things, but you don't want to get something that's too boyish or girly.    So I've been sticking to mostly gray with a couple green and yellow things.  


A high this week (and last) is that AJ is able to feel the baby kick.  He gets so excited that I find that when we are just laying around watching Netflix, he places his hand on my belly without me pointing anything out.  A low this week is developing heartburn.  I had a mild case before pregnancy, but this has become daily.  It's not a big deal, it's just annoying.  


I know that I said I'd be consistent with my outfit, but I just got home from work and I didn't feel like changing clothes yet, haha...another moment of laziness! :)

Question:  When did you have your baby shower??  Was it early or close to your due date?
XOXO, 
Crystal 





Here is my survey for the week:

What Fruit/Veggie are you?   Ear of Corn

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  24 weeks, 1 day

Next appointment:  July 22

Gender:  Still #teamgreen...and I have no guesses as to what it could be

Total weight gain/loss:  Went to the doctor and my official weight is 120

Exercise: Walking the dog, but hoping to start yoga or pilates soon...but still haven't

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: Fingers are starting to swell as rings are getting a little tighter.  

Maternity clothes:   Starting to add...I bought a pair of white skinny jeans and a pair of girlfriend jeans from Gap.com.  Waiting for those to arrive.

Belly button:   Innie but it's slowly making it's way to flat

Wedding Rings On/Off: On


Happy or Moody: I've been pretty happy

Sleep: I feel like I toss and turn all night.  I'm also starting to take naps again because I don't feel well rested

Food cravings:  None

Symptoms:  HEARTBURN...ugh

Movement:  Baby B is definitely moving a WHOLE LOT more

Labor signs:  None

What I miss:  Sushi and a Mai Tai

Food/Smell Aversions: None

What I'm loving:   My growing belly!  It really is a joy to see my body changing and growing a little human :)

What I'm looking forward to: Baby B being born so that we can know the gender!! Getting a little ansy now!

Best moment this week: More people noticing that I'm pregnant while out.  
  
Milestones: No real milestones other than I'm closer to seeing our little one.

4 comments:

  1. So happy for you all sweet cousin!!! Im praying for a very happy and safe arrival!!!

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  2. I'm so happy for you. You guys are going to be great parents.

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