36 weeks...the count down is on!

How far along: 36 weeks!  

Size of baby: We had an ultrasound today and they estimated baby to weight 7 lbs 6 oz! My how he has grown!! 

Maternity clothes: Yesss. Duh.  

Gender: Sweet baby boy! James Austin Green!

Movement:  Lots of movement, nothing new to report here.  

Sleep: Sleep sucks. I almost dread going to bed because I know all I'm going to do is toss and turn and hurt. I feel like humpty dumpty stuck on his back trying to move from side to side.  

What I miss: Starting to miss everything. I guess these last weeks are really where it gets tough. I miss all the little tasks you take for granted when you don't have a watermelon belly!   

Cravings: Loving ice cream!! And still loving peanut butter toast and milk. mmmm   

Best moment this past week:  Seeing our sweet baby again today. He was sticking his tongue in and out and it was so cute! They confirmed his head was still down and engaged in my pelvis. Whoa that sounds like serious talk to me!! 

 

Symptoms: So I went to the doctor today and my blood pressure was a bit high. 132/82 and then they rechecked it after my appointment and it was 142/84. So thats not good. My BP is normally in the 110/70 range so this was a big jump. I also had protein in my urine and have this crazy crazy foot/ankle/leg swelling. They think I might be pre-eclamptic and drew blood to confirm this. SO, the plan for now is for me to stay out of work for a week and stay off my feet as much as possible. I go back to the doctor next Monday to reassess how things are, and if things are better I can go back to work for a few weeks. If not, I will be out of work for good and I'm guessing they will induce me around 38 or 39 weeks...depending on where my blood pressure goes. She said the only cure for pre-ecampsia is delivery so that might be happening sooner than later. 

What I'm looking forward to: All the obvious. Getting anxious about labor and delivery and just can't wait to meet our sweet baby and bring him home! 

Milestones: His skin is smooth and soft now, his liver, kidneys and immune system are all good to go. He is pretty much ready to enter this world!!  

Mood: Pretty happy for the most part. A little irritable and mostly just sick of being preg and ready for D-day! the countdown is on...28 days or less to go!    

Labor Signs: Nope. But lots of BH contractions still. She checked me today and said my cervix was still closed, so that was good. She did say people that have high amniotic fluid levels will commonly have more contractions. 

Wedding rings on or off: Off and I miss them! haha 

My face is totally swelling too...awesome. 

My belly looks so big to me in this pic!! Whoa! 

35 weeks...holy moly!

How far along: 35 weeks!  

Size of baby:  A coconut...we find out next Monday how much he weighs exactly. 

Total weight gain/loss:  Haven't weighed this week...probably another pound or two. 

Maternity clothes: Yesss 

Gender: Sweet baby boy! James Austin Green!

Movement:  Oh yea lots of movement, and lots of hiccups...about 3 times a day usually. 

Sleep:   Sleep isn't great lately. I just can't get comfortable and constantly feel like something is ripping on the inside no matter which position I'm laying in. It's quite lovely. 

What I miss: Miss feeling comfortable and moving around with ease. Miss being able to breathe.  

Cravings: Loving ice cream!! And Mexican food...oh how things have changed.   

Best moment this past week:  We have pretty much everything set up now! Got the car seat out of the box and the base in my car. Set up the swing, bouncy seat and the pack n play. Our den just got verrry tiny.  

Symptoms: My ankles have gone to another level. The swelling is ludicrous! My hands, calfs, my whole body is swelling and I bet it is going to get sooo much worse.  Also, I'm just so sore and achy all over. I feel like my stomach is about to rip apart. I'm definitely getting to the point where being pregnant isn't totally fun anymore and is starting to straight up hurt! OH and I am HOT all the time. Like total fireball...especially running around work, sometimes I can wipe the sweat off the back of my neck! Sick! 

What I'm looking forward to: Meeting our sweet baby. I can't wait to see what he looks like...it is all I can think about! 

Milestones: Baby's hearing is completely developed and his testes have fully descended. 

Mood: Pretty emotional and easily irritated. Hormones are so lovely.   

Labor Signs: Nope. But lots and lots of BH contractions. Maybe something is going to happen soon!!  

Wedding rings on or off: Off! Took them off last week...Dawn Soap, WD40, Austin pulling and me screaming...good times and glad those guys are off! 

34 weeks

How far along: 34 weeks!  

Size of baby:  A butternut squash...I'm guessing he is headed towards 6 lbs now. 

Total weight gain/loss:  I think I'm over this question! haha Went to the doctor today and I've gained 3 more lovely pounds. 

Maternity clothes: Yesss 

Gender: Sweet baby boy! James Austin Green!

Movement:  Lots of movement...not so much kicks and jabs but more body rolls and large movements. They are so cool, feels like a wave going through my belly. 

Sleep:   Sleep was a little better last week. I had a few nights of "oh my gosh will I ever sleep well again" but then I had about 4 awesome nights in a row. Whew.

What I miss: I just miss being able to get around easily and do simple things. I shaved my legs today and literally almost passed out when I stood up. haha. And I feel like a turtle stuck on it's back when I'm in bed and have to roll over. Good times! 

Cravings: Still loving milk and OJ, and looooving chocolate covered pretzels. Eating tons of chips and salsa lately too!  

Best moment this past week:  Probably working. We had an engagement shoot last weekend and it felt so good to have a camera in my hands...it had been almost 2 months!  

Symptoms: Dare I say the carpel tunnel might be slightly better? It is still there everyday but I haven't had shooting screaming pains in the middle of the night for the past week. ThankyouGod. All the other stuff is still the same - swollen ankles, soreness, peeing all the time, waddling around, and lots and lots of burps. 

What I'm looking forward to: Our damn glider coming in. UGH. Killing me! I'm also excited to set everything up downstairs in the next few weeks...pack in play, swing, bouncer, install the car seat etc. FUN! 

Milestones: Baby is peeing about a pint a day! whoa. I also keep reading that he can recognize simple songs I sing to him and will recognize them after he is born too. Guess I better start singing to that sweet boy! 

Mood: Starting to get nervous and anxious about labor and delivery, and still emotional and needy.  

Labor Signs: Nope. But feeling a lot more pressure down there. 

Wedding rings on or off: On...but I wonder if I should take them off soon so I don't get to the point where they won't come off. 

So I had my 34 week appt today and everything was great. My BP was good, baby's HR was good, etc etc. She said I was still measuring big so they are going to do another ultrasound at 36 weeks to check my fluid level. This made me happy - another chance to see baby boy!! She said he was still in the head down position and all was well in that category. I go back May 25th for the ultrasound and 36 week appt. 

At first I cropped this photo but then decided against it. I want to remember this time like it was - so please enjoy my cankles. Also, can we talk about this thick hair? Thank youuuu pregnancy! +1 for thick hair and +2 for big boobs! WooWoo!

33 Weeks

How far along: 33 weeks!  

Size of baby:  A durian. Ooook thebump.com. What up with all these weird fruits lately? 

Total weight gain/loss: Around 35 lbs

Maternity clothes: Yesss 

Gender: Sweet baby boy! James Austin Green!

Movement:  Lots of movement and his butt and legs keep moving up under my ribs. Owww.  

Sleep:   Sleep is ok, not much different from last week. I have good nights and bad, and when my hand isn't a pain in my ass things are much much better.  

What I miss: Well I'm sick right now with a cough do cold so everything is miserable. I can't breathe through my nose, can't taste food, my throat hurts, my nose is raw from blowing it so much etc etc. Being 8 months preggo and sick is NOT a fun combo. So currently, I just miss being well. 

Cravings: Love sweets, love milk, and LOVE water! I am thirsty all the time! I drink water so fast I legit almost choke myself. 

Best moment this past week:  Had another relaxing weekend at home with Aus. Loving all these free weekends to spend time sleeping in and hang out just the two of us. Life is about to get super crazy...a newborn + 8 weddings in James's first 3 months of life = crazy mama! Who wants to babysit? :) 

Symptoms: Same stuff, crazy awful no good carpel tunnel, sore all over if I stay in one position too long, swollen ankles, waddling like a moo cow, burping uncontrollably and being super needy for Austin!  

What I'm looking forward to: meeting little baby bean! One week closer!! 

Milestones: Baby keeps his eyes open while he is awake now. All I keep thinking about is the movie Look Who's Talking when the babies are chilling out in the womb! 

Mood: Over being sick currently. And dreading going to work tomorrow. :( 

Labor Signs: Nope. Not even any BH contractions the past few days. 

Wedding rings on or off: On

It was super bright and I look squinty and scared haha

Here it is...the 8 month preggo belly real deal. 

Hooked up the baby monitor and it looks great! I love that we can move the camera all around the crib and zoom in on him, and talk back to him over the monitor. Get back in yo bed, boy!