35 Week Preggie Update

Oh the pain!  That's what has been the only thing that comes to mind this week.  I have been pretty uncomfortable this week. I also haven't felt too good this week either so I'm pretty sure that added to it.  There's not much to update this week due to the fact that all my symptoms are pretty much the same.  I do FEEL bigger and heavier.  I know people say I look small still to be 35 weeks, but to me, I definitely feel it.  I'm carrying 21 (or more) extra pounds on my small frame, please keep that in mind! To you, it may not seem like much, but TO ME...it's a lot!  Also, the baby is growing fine!  I've had this before but I never mentioned it but I hear a clicking sound every so often coming from my belly.  I have no clue what it is but it sounds like fingernails hitting together or knuckles cracking.  I looked it up and it is pretty common but no one really knows what it is.  Some theories are baby sucking it's thumb, bones cracking, uterus cracking....IDK what to believe!

We had 2 classes this week: Breastfeeding Basics and our last Childbirth class.  

The Breastfeeding class was very informative.  We walked in and A.J. was the only guy so he had this look on his face like "why the hell am I here?" then about 10 minutes later, another husband came to join him.  It said bring your partner in the description so I did!!  We learned different techniques for feeding, what to do if you have trouble with feeding, and making sure that you use your lactation consultant.  A lactation consultant is a specially trained nurse that helps you with all your breastfeeding needs while in the hospital or through consultation.  This includes how to get your baby to latch, breastfeeding resources and pumping.

Our last Childbirth class was fine too.  We learned to swaddle and baby and it was pretty much time for any questions that we had during the class that were not covered or that we wanted to review.  This class pretty much discussed the post-partum events that can occur such as baby blues and postpartum depression.  

Everyone keeps asking if I'm done and I tell them yes, not because I haven't enjoyed being pregnant because I really have.  This has been a life-changing experience and I'm so happy to be able to embark on this journey.  But with the end being near, it's taking a toll on my body.  I am soooo not used to hurting this way.  But, I need Baby B to stay put until my maternity leave starts, then I'm good to go after that :)

Now on to the bump shots!  See my lopsided belly??

                


I also did some DIY nursery art!  I would have done another DIY post but I didn't take pictures of all the steps!  I'll do better next time.

   

What Fruit/Veggie are you?  Bunch of carrots (Ovia), Honeydew Melon (Baby Center), Coconut (Photofy) & Canary Melon (What to Expect)

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  35 weeks, 5 days

Next appointment:  September 20 and after this appointment, I start going every week!  Closer to the finish line!!

Gender:  Team Green and still wondering with this little baby is

Total weight gain/loss:  I can't really weigh myself at home due to the fact of me having a Fitbit scale and youre not supposed to use it while pregnant (go figure), so I have to wait until I go to the doctor on September 20

Exercise: Walking at work and walking the dog

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: My feet swell a little but it's usually gone by the next day

Maternity clothes:   That's really all that I can fit

Belly button:   My belly button is weird.  It looks flat until I put on a shirt and then it looks like a little lump is sticking out.  I still wouldn't say that it has officially "popped" yet

Wedding Rings On/Off: On

Happy or Moody: I've been pretty emotional this week.  I cried a couple days...pregnancy hormones getcha every time!

Sleep: Still tossing and turning.  Only had to sleep in the chair once this week!  It's getting more and more comfortable as I've devised a nice way to sit up in the chair.

Food cravings:  None

Symptoms:  Still have back pain and hip pain but now shoulder pain and arm pain have arrived and  I also still have the numbing pain going on in my thighs when I walk or when the baby moves.  

Movement: Baby B is moving right now as I type this :)

Labor signs:  None

What I miss:  Sushi, especially because our anniversary is coming up...and we love sushi for special occasions

Food/Smell Aversions: None

What I'm loving:   Just seeing my pregnancy progress as it should be

What I'm looking forward to: Seeing our baby.  With it getting this close to the end, I'm starting to get a little ancy with knowing what our baby will look like...not necessarily what it is, but does it have mine or A.J.'s nose or what hair color, etc.

Best moment this week: Really finishing up the nursery.  I only have one more part to do!!

  

Milestones: Making it to 35 weeks!

  XoXo, 

Crystal

34 Week Preggie Update

34 Weeks has arrived and I have officially made it to my "GO" zone.  According to my obstetrician, I have now made it to the point where they would not stop my pregnancy from progressing if I went into labor.  About 99% of babies born around this time can survive outside the womb :)  My OB checked my uterus, which was measuring right at 34 weeks, baby's heart was great and I also had an ultrasound and found out the baby's head is already down.  Baby B was really, really moving!  My OB laughed a lot during this appointment as the baby kept punching the u/s wand.  She took the growth measurements and Baby B was measuring 34 weeks, 2 days...and I was 34 weeks, 1 day at the time.  Baby B has always measured more than my due date.  I asked her about how big the baby was right now and she said about 5 pounds.  She predicted me to have about a 7-pound baby...but we'll see as you can't always trust the ultrasound!

We also had our second Preparing for Childbirth class this week.  Our instructor went more in depth about labor and what the options are.  I plan on doing a natural birth, but I am not opposed to getting an epidural AFTER other options are unsuccessful.  That is definitely my last resort.  The thing that scares me most is getting a Cesarean (C-section), but I will do whatever is necessary for our baby to be brought into this world safely!!

On a side note: Fantasy Football started this week and I'm still in 2 leagues!

According to my apps, Baby B is about 4.75 to 5 pounds and 18-22 inches long.  He/She is developing vernix caseosa, which will help him/her move through the birth canal.  Baby B is also peeing up to a pint a day and preparing for the first poop!  If Baby B is a boy, the testicles have probably reached his scrotum.  At this point, Baby B is pretty much developed, except the lungs, and is just working on gaining more fat.

Questions: What is your favorite registry pick or must have?  Current mommas: Was the 4moms MamaRoo worth it??  Did you choose a Fisher Price Cradle-n- Swing instead?

Please excuse my look...it's been a rough weekend!  I'm also not sure what happened to my pictures this week as to why one is so close and the others so far....

And for those that like to point out flaws, those aren't my ribs because I'm "so small", that's my stretching skin overlapping!

  

My bestie's wedding!  One of 2 pictures that I have of the night.  Dress is Collective Concepts Maternity from StitchFix

What Fruit/Veggie are you?  Savoy Cabbage (Ovia), Cantaloupe (Baby Center and Photofy) & Pineapple (What to Expect)

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  34 weeks, 5 days

Next appointment:  September 20 and after this appointment, I start going every week!  Closer to the finish line!!

Gender:  Team Green and still wondering with this little baby is

Total weight gain/loss:  21 pounds, I didn't gain any weight this week

Exercise: Walking at work and walking the dog

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: Nope

Maternity clothes:   Didn't buy any...but I wear maternity jeans or something maternity almost every day as my shirts are too short or too tight and I can't fit any pre-pregnancy pants

Belly button:   My belly button is flush to my stomach...hasn't popped.  I had a deep innie before

Wedding Rings On/Off: On

Happy or Moody: Pretty moody this week...more days than usual.  It could be because of work stressing me out as well.

Sleep: Still tossing and turning.  I had to sleep in the chair twice this week

Food cravings:  Spinach

Symptoms:  Still have back and hip pain.  I'm also noticing a lot of discharge, which is common during this time. Also, whenever the baby pushes down, there is a numbing sensation in my inner thighs. OB said it was normal.  I also feel like my face is starting to chub up a little bit.   

Movement: Moving away!!  My stomach is pretty lopsided most days from all the movement.

Labor signs:  No Braxton Hicks this week!! :)

What I miss:  Still missing a little alcohol in my life.  That's ok, I'll be able to enjoy the nice fall beverages that will be out

Food/Smell Aversions: I was finally able to eat Balsamic Vinaigrette and fish this week!  Those were my only aversions.

What I'm loving:   Just seeing my pregnancy progress as it should be

What I'm looking forward to: Seeing the nursery come together. We have started putting the dressers together and getting things inside the room. I changed my mind with the curtains as I didn't like the original ones I chose.

Best moment this week: My best friend got married!  I was her coordinator and it was a tiring day...but it was SOOOO worth it to see a smile on her and her now husband's face

  

Milestones: Making it to 34 weeks and getting to see my baby one last time before birth!

  XoXo, 

Crystal

Boho Chic on a Summer Day

I haven't done a fashion post in a while because I haven't really been dressing like I cared much, lol!  With pregnancy, I swear you only have a limited amount of clothes, unless you're one of those ladies that purchase a whole new pregnancy wardrobe!  More power to ya cause I'm not the one.  I'm too frugal for that, haha!  I do however like nice things and don't believe you have to spend an arm, leg and an eye to look great!  You can have a few staple pieces that are more high end or higher price, then basics for cheap.  Here's an outfit I threw together in like 2 minutes with what I had in my closet.  None of the clothes are maternity!!

Outfit details:
Target: Lace kimono, Mossimo shorts (just bought a size bigger than my normal size)
Forever 21: Cami
Shoes: JustFab (bought these last summer)
Necklace: StitchFix (got in a fix last year)

              

Why can I never be serious??

  XoXo, 

Crystal

33 Week Preggie Update

33 weeks = 7.5 months!  Only 1.5 months to go!  

According to my apps, Baby B weighs a little over 4 pounds and should be a little over 17 inches.   This is the time in which baby's tend to differ in size and height.  The bones are starting to harden in his/her body but the full isn't fused together to help make birth a little easier. Baby B's skin is becoming less wrinkled and he/she is getting a little more chub for mommy and daddy to snuggle with!  I'm also feeling more and more STRONG movements due to the fact that my uterus isn't accumulating anymore amniotic fluid, so there's less cushion for the pushin'!  Baby B is also favoring my right side and pushing on it so much that it causes that side to be a a little tender and uncomfortable.  Another feeling that I have never felt before is when the baby pushing down, I feel it in my thighs in addition to the lightning crotch!  I just need Baby B to stay in just 5-6 more weeks and we're in the clear!!

I got my Tdap shot this week.  The vaccine is used to prevent tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis.  It is suggested that pregnant women should receive the vaccine between 27 and 33 weeks.  It's said to be a safe way to protect me and my baby form serious illness and complications of pertussis, also known as whooping cough.  

We also started our Childbirth classes this week.  It's a total of 3 sessions for 2.5 hours (once a week)!   It was pretty informative, learning about the stages of labor and all. At the end, we did some breathing exercises.  I have to admit that I was exhausted sitting in the class though.  I had to catch myself from dozing off a couple of times.  I also started to nest a little this week but I'm trying to take it easy as I get tired pretty quickly.  Trying to do at least a room or two a week.  

I mentioned last week that I bought the maternity band.  I only wore it one day so I can't give you a good feel if I like it or not.  I will say that the day that I did use it, it took some time to get used to but when I took it off at the end of the day, my back didn't hurt as much!

We're starting to get busy with all the baby things! :)
  

            

What Fruit/Veggie are you?  Head of Cauliflower (Ovia), Honeydew (Photofy), Pineapple (Baby Center) & Honeydew Melon (What to Expect)

Due date:  October 18, 2016

How far along:  33 weeks, 6 days

Next appointment:  September 7

Gender:  Team Green and still wondering with this little baby is

Total weight gain/loss:  21 pounds!

Exercise: Walking at work and walking the dog

Stretch marks:  Nope

Swelling: Nope

Maternity clothes:   Not this week.  Not buying anymore maternity clothes...for real, for real

Belly button:   Still not flat but not a full outie

Wedding Rings On/Off: On

Happy or Moody: Pretty happy

Sleep: Tossing and turning every night. Getting more and more uncomfortable as the weeks pass

Food cravings:  Cheese balls, Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bars and plums

Symptoms:  Tons of back and hip pain, heavy legs feeling, lightning crotch

Movement: Movement started to slow down towards the end of the week but picked back up.  It always makes me super nervous when Baby B doesn't move.  I figure it just moved so much the day before that he/she taking a rest!!

Labor signs:  Nope

What I miss:  Real alcohol...I haven't really wanted any until this week.  I'd like to enjoy a cider

Food/Smell Aversions: None

What I'm loving:   Seeing the baby punch through my stomach

What I'm looking forward to: Finishing the damn nursery!!  This has definitely been a project but hopefully by next week, I'll be in full swing!!

Best moment this week: Breakfast with my mom and FINALLY getting my French toast

  

Milestones: I made it another week which means one step closer to seeing my little nugget!! :)

  XoXo, 

Crystal