38 Weeks

March 6 - 12

Late this week again, as I am officially in my 39th week today. I honestly didn't think I'd still be carrying this baby and having never gotten this far into a pregnancy I have a new appreciation for going the full 40+ weeks. My body is getting tired. I can't imagine how much heavier and uncomfortable I will be at this time next week. That being said...it's not terrible. I mean, I'm ready for this baby to come out, but I'm not completely dying yet. I can get around just fine and still manage to haul my kid around, too.

Operation Eviction is in full swing. Yesterday at my 39 week appointment I had my membranes swept. I saw some evidence of things moving along last night (you're welcome for not including a gross description)...and had some contractions, but really nothing crazy. I also booked a pre-natal massage and specifically had her target all of the labor inducing pressure points that they generally do not work on. I'm taking evening primrose oil. I bought pineapple. We had eggplant parm for dinner last night. We walk. You name it -- aside from good 'ol marital relations -- I'm doing it.

My mom decided to come early and arrived Sunday afternoon, so at this point she is settled in, Grace is on cloud 9, and I'd like Charlie to come sooner rather than later so I have my mom here to help as many days as possible. As of now, she's still here for another 2+ weeks, so hopefully Char will decide to come play by this weekend and we can start adjusting at home.
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Survey says...

How far along?: 38 weeks

Total weight gain/loss:  Umm...yesterday the scale said I was up +3.5 lbs. So it either hates me, I'm retaining fluid, or I overdid it on the pancakes. All possibilities.

Maternity clothes?: Same as usual. Today no, generally yes.

Sleep: Not too bad! Waking once or twice to pee, but sleeping pretty soundly. Still feeling tired when my alarm goes off at 6:30. We've been late to school pretty much all week. Thanks, Daylight Savings. (I actually love the time change though.)

Best moment of the week:  Mom arriving! So relieved to have her here. Now I just need to wrap up my midyear eval for work so I can really start relaxing.

Movement:  OUCH!

Food Cravings: Nothing really. I had my pancakes, they hit the spot. I feel like I'm trying to be bad last minute and eat things that I will be banning immediately upon Charlie's arrival.

Gender: Girl

Belly Button: My poor, poor belly button. That is all.

Stretchmarks?: Def have one over my belly button still. Hope it fades eventually.

What I miss: My back not hurting, not being slow, running fast(er), D being home, a glass of wine.

What I am looking forward to: All of the above, plus having a little lady to snuggle! I can't wait to see what she looks like and get to know her. :)

Weekly Wisdom: Relax! Easier said than done...

Milestones: 39 weeks. 7 days and counting...

Grace's space: Grace is getting very possessive this week. Catch phrase: "That mines?" I can't even tell you how many times a day we hear that. She doesn't necessarily mean it in a mean way, I think with all of the baby stuff showing up, she's just trying to figure out what's what. Although, my mom was driving the car yesterday and she was quick to let her know I was supposed to be driving. Rude. ;)

Belly Pic:

38 Weeks with C

 

 

 

xo,

H

 

P.S. Let's go C-Money, come outtttt!!!!