38 weeks...this is going to happen soon

How far along: 38 weeks

Size of the baby:Baby is about the size of a pumpkin and weighs about 6.2 to 9.2 pounds (let's hope closer to the 6lb side of the scale) . Her head is now about the same circumference as her abdomen.

Total Weight Gain: About 22lbs

Maternity Clothes: I still haven't been buying a lot of maternity clothes, even though that's all I can wear. I did find some cute tops on sale at Target.

Gender: a GIRL!

Movement: Yes, her little butt and feet are always pushing out. I will definitely miss that.

Sleep: I don't sleep. My body hurts and it's hard to get comfortable. Plus, I think about the birthing process way too much. I know, I need to cast my fears on the Lord and He would solve this

What I miss: Bending down, sleep

Cravings: I made some Puppy Chow the other night. Love that peanut butter mixture.

Symptoms: I'm feeling a lot of pressure in my pelvis area

Best moment this week: Went to the doctor yesterday. I have dilated and thinned out. Her head is way down and it's highly unlikely she will be able to flip.

Looking forward to: Her arrival!!

Obviously the picture above reveals her name. I will tell you how we decided on the name in another post.

Baby Shower #1

We had our first baby shower this past weekend back in my home town, Brevard County. My friend, Tracy put it together along with the help of her mother and mother-in-law. It took place in Merritt Island, FL at her in-laws home on the water. The weather was rainy and cloudy but the inside of the home was warm and inviting. This little girl growing inside is so incredibly loved, as are her parents :)

some of the books we were given displayed

dessert

everyone's favorite

so much food

the drink area

Tracy, my friend who put on the shower

We received more than enough clothes, blankets, supplies, etc...

The baby shower was "Book Worm" themed. Everyone who wanted to brought a book instead of a card. With over 30 people there, we didn't get one single duplicate book. She now has a library full of great classics that we will read to her.

We are just three short weeks from meeting this special gift from God. I am getting nervous about the birth process but know I will get through it. We have a church filled with prayer warriors!

35, almost 36 weeks!

My cousin took some great photos for us. These are just a couple, she is still editing the others.

How i'm feeling:I must say, even though I am larger than I have ever been, I feel great! Its crazy how fast this bump came along. Trips to stores went from no one even taking a second look at my tummy to now having everyone ask, "boy or girl?". I can definitely see why people miss being pregnant. 

How far along: Going in to the 36th week

Size of the baby: About the size of a coconut. She's about 17.2 to 18.7 inches and  about 4.2 to 5.8 lbs 

Total Weight Gain/loss: I have gained a total of 20 lbs so far. 

Maternity Clothes: I have tried to not buy a ton of maternity clothes but pants are all maternity, their just more comfortable. I will say, getting dressed just isn't that fun in the mornings.

Gender: a GIRL!

Movement: She moves all the time. She loves getting hiccups as I prepare to sleep :) 

Sleep: It's been a little better. Not waking up as much as I had been

What I miss: Bending down with no problem, seeing past my belly.

Cravings: I did stop at Cheesecake Factory yesterday...that was a definite craving. 

Symptoms: No real labor symptoms which is good. I really hopes she cooks as long as she can

Best moment this week: Getting the nursery cleaned and set-up. Still have a lot of organizing to do but making progress.

Looking forward to: We have our first baby shower this weekend back in my hometown. Excited to see everyone!

34 week bump

How Far Along? 34 weeks, can there really only be 6 weeks left?
Size of the Wee One?At my appointment last week she was measuring 17 in long and about 4 lbs.
Maternity Clothes? Oh yes. I finally bought a few pairs of jeans from Motherhood. They are so so comfortable.
Weight Gain? I've gained about 17lbs since my last check up but I think that number will be much higher at my next appointment thanks to all the holiday goodies.
Stretch Marks? None yet. I dont really rub anything on the belly either so it's my fault if they pop up
Gender? Girl
Sleep?Sleep has just been my enemy since this pregnancy.
Food Cravings? I've been bad. I eat way too much sugar and carbs
What I Miss? I miss feeling in shape and being able to bend over.
Symptoms? Back pain, tiredness, feeling large 
Belly Button? In...and it better stay that way .
Best Moment? Having random people tell me what I'm having. People love to guess.

30 Week Bump

How far along? 30 Weeks

Total weight gain? I believe I've gained 16lbs. I should now be gaining a pound a week. 

Maternity clothes? I desperately need to go shopping. I did buy these cute pants from Old Navy. We will see how they fit. 

Stretch marks? Non so far, hope that trend continues

Sleep? I had been sleeping much better but for some reason that is not the case this week

Best moment this week? Hearing her little heartbeat.

Miss anything? Being able to bend down and get back up without moaning 

Movement? She moves all the time. I really feel her when I'm sitting still.

Food Cravings? I had a craving for pumpkin pie and went to make one only to find out I need more of one ingredient than I had. 

Anything making you queasy or sick? Nothing

Started to show? Oh for sure!

Gender? Little Miss

Symptoms? The swollen feet (well, left foot).

Belly button in or out? Still in

Wedding ring on or off? Still on

Looking forward to? We get to see our little girl on the 20th via ultrasound. I have a thyroid condition that they can't seem to get to function correctly so the ultrasound is to make sure she is growing as she should. 

Thanksgiving=Thankful

Jack and I (well, mostly me) decided to put up a wall of thankfulness. It wasn't anything too creative, just some yarn and paper leaves. I cut out a stack of leaves and whenever we felt thankful we were to write it on the back of the leaf, placing it on the yarn. Of course, Jack made it into a competition to see who was the most thankful. It turned out to be really cute and am glad we did it. I'm thankful for so much: my health, my love, my God, my family, my job, and of course our new little one who is making an appearance soon. May you and your family have a blessed Thanksgiving!

Meaning of Christmas

I love the holiday season. I love holiday music, holiday food, gift giving, decorating, and all the other fun things that come along with the holidays. However, I feel like certain holidays have lost their meaning. I turned to one of my XM stations the other day only to find that it had been switched to the "Holly" station. Like I said, I love Christmas music. My favorite song is probably "Silent Night"but I would enjoy the song even more if it was played in December. Also, have you heard of stores opening their doors early this year? As if 2 am isn't early enough the day after Thanksgiving. No, now stores want you to have the pleasure of eating Thanksgiving dinner and then rushing out at 8pm to shop...on a holiday. Is that really what the holidays have come to be about: shopping? I was talking to my husband this morning about it and asked him if he remembered what he got last year for Christmas. He remembered a few things only because he uses them regularly  Neither one of us could think of what he got me for Christmas let alone what other people got us. It really makes me sad to think that shopping and gifts are all people are thinking about around the holidays. Don't get me wrong, I to enjoy receiving gifts, but it's not what I look forward to.