Baby Bump
How far along? 36 Weeks, 6 Days
Size of the baby: A Honeydew Melon!
Maternity clothes? Every. Single. Day.
Stretch marks? No, holding strong!
Sleep: Oh my. This will probably be a battle for the remainder of my pregnancy! I've had a ton of trouble falling asleep at night, then I wake up around 2,4, and 6 to pee!
Symptoms: That first trimester exhaustion is back... except it's like 1st trimester on steroids. Plus lots of pressure in my pelvis. And I may as well set up an office in the bathroom because Baby thinks my bladder is a squeeze toy.
Best moment this week: More progress on the nursery! Almost done... it looks so cute! I can't wait to show the final product!
Miss Anything? Strangely this week I missed all of my old clothes. I can't wait to have a wardrobe that consists of more than a few pairs of pants! I also missed my usual energy. It's gone. See ya.
Food cravings: I may have had froyo for dinner 3x this week. Don't judge. Baby wants what he wants. I also craved Lucky Charms cereal and the most random of all... grits. I don't think I've ever actually eaten them before, but holy cow... I had to get my hands on them this week. DELISH.
Any aversions? Strangely enough, coffee is starting to sound yucky again! Feels like the first trimester all over again. Also almost puked when I was cooking some Deer meat for Jake. Not. Good.
Have you started to show yet: My basketball is always in tow!
Baby Names? Nothing official!
Belly Button in or out? Outie is starting to look like a second stomach!
Linea Nigra? Yep!
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Pretty happy with an occasional side of moodiness when I'm hungry and nothing sounds good. Then I just buy some froyo and all is well in the world again.
Movement: Okay, I know they say baby is supposed to slow down towards the end of the pregnancy, but I kid you not... this baby is out of control! Sometimes I wonder if he takes naps! My belly is moving and shaking all day long.
Looking forward to: One thing- having this baby!
New mom tips I received this week (which I love getting!): After baby has been swaddled in a blanket, put it in a ziploc and bring it home. Allow Diego to smell it then put it on his toy so 1) he gets used to the baby's smell, and 2) he associates the smell with something that makes him happy! I thought that was a great tip!
Favorite part of being pregnant so far: Seeing my cutie dance in my belly.
Any Braxton Hicks contractions? Yes, definitely there.
Feet Swelling? Nope!
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Pretty happy with an occasional side of moodiness when I'm hungry and nothing sounds good. Then I just buy some froyo and all is well in the world again.
Movement: Okay, I know they say baby is supposed to slow down towards the end of the pregnancy, but I kid you not... this baby is out of control! Sometimes I wonder if he takes naps! My belly is moving and shaking all day long.
Looking forward to: One thing- having this baby!
New mom tips I received this week (which I love getting!): After baby has been swaddled in a blanket, put it in a ziploc and bring it home. Allow Diego to smell it then put it on his toy so 1) he gets used to the baby's smell, and 2) he associates the smell with something that makes him happy! I thought that was a great tip!
Favorite part of being pregnant so far: Seeing my cutie dance in my belly.
Any Braxton Hicks contractions? Yes, definitely there.
Feet Swelling? Nope!
Have you started to "waddle"? Yes.... but I got my speed back now that my sacrum is feeling better! I may have a waddle to my step, but I am a quick waddler.
Any weird dreams? This week my dreams were crazy! Tons. Dreams about Jake's job, dreams about baby being born, dreams about Africa... the list goes on!
Over being pregnant? I'm doing okay! I'm officially feeling ready now that the baby shower is over and he has everything he needs!
Nesting? HA! Like you wouldn't believe. I can't sit still for two seconds. Cabinets need to be cleaned, bathrooms scrubbed, rooms organized, baby clothes washed, nursery set up... my oh my. It's out of control.
Car Seat Installed? YES! Did it this week! I knew if I didn't do it now, I would totally leave it in the garage when it was go time.
Hospital Bag Packed? No... I better get on that.
Still Running? Nope. But working out like a champ - elliptical 6x and weights 2x! Sacrum feels SO much better! I am so so so happy :) I can't wait to run after he's born!
Any weird dreams? This week my dreams were crazy! Tons. Dreams about Jake's job, dreams about baby being born, dreams about Africa... the list goes on!
Over being pregnant? I'm doing okay! I'm officially feeling ready now that the baby shower is over and he has everything he needs!
Nesting? HA! Like you wouldn't believe. I can't sit still for two seconds. Cabinets need to be cleaned, bathrooms scrubbed, rooms organized, baby clothes washed, nursery set up... my oh my. It's out of control.
Car Seat Installed? YES! Did it this week! I knew if I didn't do it now, I would totally leave it in the garage when it was go time.
Hospital Bag Packed? No... I better get on that.
Still Running? Nope. But working out like a champ - elliptical 6x and weights 2x! Sacrum feels SO much better! I am so so so happy :) I can't wait to run after he's born!
Letter to Baby
Hey Baby!
So we need to have a talk. Although I'm sure Mom's ribs are fun to kick as hard as you can, I'd sure love it if you would lay off a bit. I can't believe how strong your getting! Sometimes it feels like your going to leap out of my belly! Apart from the hard kicks, I really love feeling you kick. I honestly think I'm going to miss having you inside me when you decide to make your grand entrance! But I'm pretty sure the kisses on your cute little cheeks will make up for it :)
This week you starting shedding most of the downy coat of hair that has kept you warm for the past 9 months. You're also doing what you do best... putting on weight! It's hard to say how much you are going to weigh since your last ultrasound was almost 2 months ago now! I don't think I've told you this, but your Momma was almost 10 pounds at birth... Eek! Your Dad was 6 pounds, so maybe you'll meet in the middle and be 8 pounds!
Your Dad and I have been busy working and getting things ready in the house! Even though we've been moved into the new house for over 5 months now, we're still trying to make it feel like "home!" Your nursery is almost done, we just have a few more finishing touches! I'm starting to get more exhausted at work, but luckily this week was more slow than usual so I was able to leave a little bit early.
There are many lessons that I hope you learn in your life, but here are a few very important ones to get you started:
1.) Love God. He's the big man upstairs that sent you to us. Have faith and trust that he knows best. That may not be easy and you will probably have times where you question things... which is completely normal! But if there is ever a time in your life where things don't make sense, trust that, in time, he will have the answers.
2.) Listen to those wiser than you. They have been around the block a time or two and you can learn a lot!
3.) Respect Women. This is probably one of the biggest lessons in life I hope you learn. You have an amazing role model, your Dad, who practices this daily. Unfortunately, you will meet many men who don't practice this and it's pretty devastating. When you find an amazing woman, get to know her and learn from her. Respect her desires and needs, just as I'm sure she will do for you. Open her car door for her, hold her hand in public, and tell her what she means to you.
4.) Don't judge. This one is simple. Until you've walked a mile in their shoes, you have no right to make assumptions. One of my favorite quotes is, "Never look down on someone unless you are helping them up."
5.) Help others. Your Dad and I want you to be whoever you want to be. Artist, Doctor, Accountant, Construction Worker, Plumber, Vet, Chef... whatever makes you happy. But in whatever you do, always strive to help others. Volunteer. Make someone smile who is not as fortunate as you are. Do this, and you will always feel fulfilled.
6.) Know that no matter what, we will love you to the ends of the earth. Always.
Until next week,
Mom and Dad
So we need to have a talk. Although I'm sure Mom's ribs are fun to kick as hard as you can, I'd sure love it if you would lay off a bit. I can't believe how strong your getting! Sometimes it feels like your going to leap out of my belly! Apart from the hard kicks, I really love feeling you kick. I honestly think I'm going to miss having you inside me when you decide to make your grand entrance! But I'm pretty sure the kisses on your cute little cheeks will make up for it :)
This week you starting shedding most of the downy coat of hair that has kept you warm for the past 9 months. You're also doing what you do best... putting on weight! It's hard to say how much you are going to weigh since your last ultrasound was almost 2 months ago now! I don't think I've told you this, but your Momma was almost 10 pounds at birth... Eek! Your Dad was 6 pounds, so maybe you'll meet in the middle and be 8 pounds!
Your Dad and I have been busy working and getting things ready in the house! Even though we've been moved into the new house for over 5 months now, we're still trying to make it feel like "home!" Your nursery is almost done, we just have a few more finishing touches! I'm starting to get more exhausted at work, but luckily this week was more slow than usual so I was able to leave a little bit early.
There are many lessons that I hope you learn in your life, but here are a few very important ones to get you started:
1.) Love God. He's the big man upstairs that sent you to us. Have faith and trust that he knows best. That may not be easy and you will probably have times where you question things... which is completely normal! But if there is ever a time in your life where things don't make sense, trust that, in time, he will have the answers.
2.) Listen to those wiser than you. They have been around the block a time or two and you can learn a lot!
3.) Respect Women. This is probably one of the biggest lessons in life I hope you learn. You have an amazing role model, your Dad, who practices this daily. Unfortunately, you will meet many men who don't practice this and it's pretty devastating. When you find an amazing woman, get to know her and learn from her. Respect her desires and needs, just as I'm sure she will do for you. Open her car door for her, hold her hand in public, and tell her what she means to you.
4.) Don't judge. This one is simple. Until you've walked a mile in their shoes, you have no right to make assumptions. One of my favorite quotes is, "Never look down on someone unless you are helping them up."
5.) Help others. Your Dad and I want you to be whoever you want to be. Artist, Doctor, Accountant, Construction Worker, Plumber, Vet, Chef... whatever makes you happy. But in whatever you do, always strive to help others. Volunteer. Make someone smile who is not as fortunate as you are. Do this, and you will always feel fulfilled.
6.) Know that no matter what, we will love you to the ends of the earth. Always.
Until next week,
Mom and Dad
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