Hello everyone. I hope your Hump day has been great so far. It is 98 degrees here in Nashville. L.O.V.E.L.Y on the sweeling ankles or slowly turning into cankles!!
We had our 35 week checkup today.
Deets:
Pee in a cup-perfectly good pee
Weight-perfect gain these past 2 weeks of 2lbs. (the last 6 weeks I have been under the weight gain.) Total so far is 28lbs.
Blood pressure-Great at 110/70
Ava's heartbeat- a wonderful sounding 143bpm
Fungal height-right on the dot at 35
Ava's position-Head is still down. Although, I was concerned because the last few days her movements have felt different. Her head is still in the head down, but her body has shifted for her growth and continuation. Whew!!!(wiping brow)
We start weekly visits next week and she will do a pelvic exam and the Strep B test. (This is basically a swab of the girl area for a common bacteria. If you test positive, no worries, you just have to have a round of antibiotic when you are in delivery so not to harm the baby,)
Our doc was so excited and said that now Ava would do great if she was born from here on out. She said to start packing our bags just in case. Next week we will find out how the girl part is actually doing and if I am dialated at all. My body frame is just so small, I gather my doc doesn't think I will make it the 35 days (OMG 35 days!!) until her due date. Honestly, we are in the place that she could come whenever she wants!! My body is just getting uncomfortable!!!
Happy ICLW and have a great rest of the day!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Eye candy for you!
Happy ICLW! For those that are new. We are, as of today, 34w4d pregnant and can not wait for our baby girl, Ava Quinn to get here. I am getting bigger and bigger each day and with 5 1/2 weeks left I am nervous to see how big I get! Here is our 7 week picture compared to our 34 week picture now. Oh wow! Have a great Monday!!
Thursday, June 17, 2010
6 weeks and counting
How far along? 34 weeks
How big is baby? Average size: nearly five pounds.
Average Length: 12.8 inches (crown to rump)
What is baby doing this week? Babyzone.com says "Your unborn baby's muscles are maturing along with the rest of his body. He can hold his head up and turn it from side to side. He'll practice his newfound muscle tone by stretching out his arms and kicking his legs. Most of the lanugo is gone and replaced with a thick coat of vernix."
What about mama? Babyzone.com says "By now you're getting used to the backaches, leg cramps, and other pains that come with the final weeks of pregnancy. You may also experience swelling in your ankles and feet, and sometimes in your face and hands. The swelling is caused in part by pregnancy hormones, which encourage your body to hang on to water to fuel a variety of baby-growing needs. Try drinking plenty of water and elevating your feet as much as possible to relieve swelling. Don't worry—most of your uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms will disappear once you deliver. In some cases—five to 10 percent of pregnancies—persistent swelling may be a sign of a potentially serious condition called preeclampsia. Your healthcare provider will be checking you regularly, however, to make sure that you do not have this condition."
Symptoms: Swelling in the ankles has started! Whoopee! I try to drink as much as I can, but the catch 22 is that you have to pee all the dang time. I am starting to get uncomfortable. She is starting to get big and sits awkwardly. Braxton Hiccups(Clint's word) come and go.
My left hand knuckles have started being really achy. To the point where I can't do some things with my left hand. According to google, it is normal and caused by water retention!
Maternity clothes: From here on out, no other choice,
Sleep: I'll have two good nights of sleep and then here comes a not so great night! Last night, was a not so great night.
Best moment last week? Our last shower at church. We are overwhelmed by the love given to us and Ava in the baby showers we have.
Look at all of this loot!
Movement: Crazy uncomfortable at times, but I wouldn't trade it for the world.
Cravings: Subway and Diet coke(fountain drink)
Belly Button in or out: same as last week.
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach.
What I am looking forward to: Seeing her beautiful face!!
Milestones: Getting to the stage of pregnancy that normal daily activites are not possible for me to do!!
How is daddy? He has put together the dresser, changing table, travel system, and helped me witht he pack n play, as well as helped me organize Ava's room. He is definately a hands on daddy! Boy I love that kid!!
How big is baby? Average size: nearly five pounds.
Average Length: 12.8 inches (crown to rump)
What is baby doing this week? Babyzone.com says "Your unborn baby's muscles are maturing along with the rest of his body. He can hold his head up and turn it from side to side. He'll practice his newfound muscle tone by stretching out his arms and kicking his legs. Most of the lanugo is gone and replaced with a thick coat of vernix."
What about mama? Babyzone.com says "By now you're getting used to the backaches, leg cramps, and other pains that come with the final weeks of pregnancy. You may also experience swelling in your ankles and feet, and sometimes in your face and hands. The swelling is caused in part by pregnancy hormones, which encourage your body to hang on to water to fuel a variety of baby-growing needs. Try drinking plenty of water and elevating your feet as much as possible to relieve swelling. Don't worry—most of your uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms will disappear once you deliver. In some cases—five to 10 percent of pregnancies—persistent swelling may be a sign of a potentially serious condition called preeclampsia. Your healthcare provider will be checking you regularly, however, to make sure that you do not have this condition."
Symptoms: Swelling in the ankles has started! Whoopee! I try to drink as much as I can, but the catch 22 is that you have to pee all the dang time. I am starting to get uncomfortable. She is starting to get big and sits awkwardly. Braxton Hiccups(Clint's word) come and go.
My left hand knuckles have started being really achy. To the point where I can't do some things with my left hand. According to google, it is normal and caused by water retention!
Maternity clothes: From here on out, no other choice,
Sleep: I'll have two good nights of sleep and then here comes a not so great night! Last night, was a not so great night.
Best moment last week? Our last shower at church. We are overwhelmed by the love given to us and Ava in the baby showers we have.
Look at all of this loot!
Movement: Crazy uncomfortable at times, but I wouldn't trade it for the world.
Cravings: Subway and Diet coke(fountain drink)
Belly Button in or out: same as last week.
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach.
What I am looking forward to: Seeing her beautiful face!!
Milestones: Getting to the stage of pregnancy that normal daily activites are not possible for me to do!!
How is daddy? He has put together the dresser, changing table, travel system, and helped me witht he pack n play, as well as helped me organize Ava's room. He is definately a hands on daddy! Boy I love that kid!!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
8 months pregnant
How far along? 33 weeks
How big is baby? Average size: a little over 4 pounds ( a pineapple)
Average Length: more than 17 inches, head to heel
What is baby doing this week? Babyzone.com says "Babyzone.com says"Your unborn baby's senses continue to develop. If you talk to your baby, she can hear you. In fact, her world is full of sounds. In addition to your voice, she can hear your stomach growling and your lungs taking in air, along with the reassuring vibrations of your heart beating. Also, your baby's skin has turned from red to pink and she has started preparing for life outside the womb by storing iron in her liver."
What about mama?Babyzone says, "With delivery day quickly approaching, you may already be feeling some false contractions, called Braxton Hicks. At times, you may notice your abdomen tighten and then relax. Braxton Hicks contractions help your body gear up for the real thing. If you take time to relax and put your feet up, the contractions should go away. Snagging some sleep becomes harder as your belly makes it difficult to find a comfortable sleeping position. "
*The Braxton Hiccups, as Clint calls them, have started and come on sporadically. They don't hurt, they just make my belly as hard as a rock.
Doctor's appt went good yesterday. I have been having some lower back pain that the doc told me to watch and be aware of.
Symptoms: Sleep is now starting to get harder. I was up the other morning at 3:30am and couldn't get comfortable. That was a long day!! Braxtons are occurring. My belly is getting HUGE!
Maternity clothes: Those tshirts I retired last week, well a friend suggested tank tops underneath them. Genius! I don't know why I didn't think about that!
Sleep:Talked about above in symptoms.
Best moment last week? Our couples' shower last Saturday. Pics to come!
Movement: Please and thank you!
Cravings: Oddly enough, Diet coke. But only fountain diet coke. I don't like it in a bottle or can.
Belly Button in or out: The edges poke out if I sit funny. It is a little embarrassing to me actually. I don't know why.
What I miss? Being able to ride around on the lake on our boat. We can't go out far because the bumps on the waves are too much. Good thing Clint can leave me in our boat and go out with our friends on their boat. At least, he doesn't have to suffer.
What I am looking forward to: Bittersweet, our last shower is Sunday. Our church is giving it.
Milestones: I'm 8 months pregnant!
How is daddy?Getting very exctied for her to be here!
How big is baby? Average size: a little over 4 pounds ( a pineapple)
Average Length: more than 17 inches, head to heel
What is baby doing this week? Babyzone.com says "Babyzone.com says"Your unborn baby's senses continue to develop. If you talk to your baby, she can hear you. In fact, her world is full of sounds. In addition to your voice, she can hear your stomach growling and your lungs taking in air, along with the reassuring vibrations of your heart beating. Also, your baby's skin has turned from red to pink and she has started preparing for life outside the womb by storing iron in her liver."
What about mama?Babyzone says, "With delivery day quickly approaching, you may already be feeling some false contractions, called Braxton Hicks. At times, you may notice your abdomen tighten and then relax. Braxton Hicks contractions help your body gear up for the real thing. If you take time to relax and put your feet up, the contractions should go away. Snagging some sleep becomes harder as your belly makes it difficult to find a comfortable sleeping position. "
*The Braxton Hiccups, as Clint calls them, have started and come on sporadically. They don't hurt, they just make my belly as hard as a rock.
Doctor's appt went good yesterday. I have been having some lower back pain that the doc told me to watch and be aware of.
Symptoms: Sleep is now starting to get harder. I was up the other morning at 3:30am and couldn't get comfortable. That was a long day!! Braxtons are occurring. My belly is getting HUGE!
Maternity clothes: Those tshirts I retired last week, well a friend suggested tank tops underneath them. Genius! I don't know why I didn't think about that!
Sleep:Talked about above in symptoms.
Best moment last week? Our couples' shower last Saturday. Pics to come!
Movement: Please and thank you!
Cravings: Oddly enough, Diet coke. But only fountain diet coke. I don't like it in a bottle or can.
Belly Button in or out: The edges poke out if I sit funny. It is a little embarrassing to me actually. I don't know why.
What I miss? Being able to ride around on the lake on our boat. We can't go out far because the bumps on the waves are too much. Good thing Clint can leave me in our boat and go out with our friends on their boat. At least, he doesn't have to suffer.
What I am looking forward to: Bittersweet, our last shower is Sunday. Our church is giving it.
Milestones: I'm 8 months pregnant!
How is daddy?Getting very exctied for her to be here!
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Just 8 weeks!
How far along? 32 weeks
How big is baby? Average size: about 3 3/4lbs. The size of a jicama.
Average Length: about 16 in
What is baby doing this week? Babyzone.com says "Just like you, your unborn baby will establish a daily routine. You'll notice at times your baby is active and wiggly, while at other times you can't feel her movements. Once your baby's born, she'll most likely continue with her in-utero pattern. Along with a routine, your baby has favorite positions too. A favorite of many unborn babies is to have their heads down, rumps up towards the ribs (conveniently, the perfect position for labor)."What about mama? Babyzone.com says"Only a few weeks to go and you're probably counting down the days! No wonder, with all the aches and pains throughout your body. But along with a sore back and swollen ankles, you may notice less painful signs that delivery day is around the corner. A whitish to clear fluid may leak out of your breasts. This foremilk, called colostrum, will sustain your baby for the first few days of his life if you choose to breastfeed. You may also have a whitish, vaginal discharge called leukorrhea. This is normal throughout pregnancy and will increase as you approach delivery."
*WARNING TMI: the discharge thing is SO TRUE these days!!!
Symptoms: Big time waddling, big time discharge, not very hungry or if I am I can't eat a lot!
Maternity clothes: I have had to retire some t-shirts I wear to work. The belly creeps out.
Sleep: Sleeping really well, but am starting to get tired during the day some.
Best moment last week? Going out on our boat Saturday!!
Movement: Oh yeah. She rotates and punches to where it feels like my entire body moves.
Cravings: Still nada!!
Belly Button in or out: It makes me wonder how deep that thing is!
What I miss? Sleeping on my belly! ahhhh
What I am looking forward to: We have our 2nd shower Saturday!!!
Milestones: We started childbirth classes last night! The first class was pretty much a review for me and Clint as well. I am the furthest along in my class. That is kind of fun!
How is daddy? SO goofy. In childbirth class last night, I think we were the only ones having fun at times. Making jokes and laughing. He is so much fun!
I'll leave you with the 31w3d pic of me.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Day of unknown
Hey ladies. Happy Hump day. It has been a few days since I have posted. I just really haven't had much to talk about that I thought y'all would be interested in. I have been dealing with some stress with my job and I have started putting resumes out. I am not sure how it is going to work out, but if I don't try nothing will ever change. I NEED THINGS TO CHANGE. I have an interview today. EEEEK! I haven't been on an interview in 3 years and that one was kind of informal. I am worried, scared, and anxious. What do I wear???
I know that legally businesses can not discriminate pregnant women, but really how would they deal with my situation??? Ava is due in 8 weeks and then I would take some time getting used to being a mama. Anyone have to deal with this or know someone who has???
It's not the IDEAL time to start job searching, but I would rather put feelers out and try now rather than wait until September-ish and start searching then.
I am preparing for every situation I can think of for this interview today and praying for the best. That might mean they decide they would rather someone else for the job or they could offer the job to me today. Who knows? Wish me luck either way.
On another note, we start Childbirth Classes tonight!!! We could choose 1 night a week for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm or one ENTIRE weekend. Clint and I both did not want to ruin a whole weekend in classes, so we chose the weekly ones. We only have possibly 8 weekends on our boat to take advantage of!! I have no idea what to expect.
TODAY IS FULL OF UNKNOWNS FOR ME!!! I am not a fan of not knowing things. I feel completely out of control and anxious. Truth being, I can't do anything about it, but go and see what comes our way.
Have a great day!!
I know that legally businesses can not discriminate pregnant women, but really how would they deal with my situation??? Ava is due in 8 weeks and then I would take some time getting used to being a mama. Anyone have to deal with this or know someone who has???
It's not the IDEAL time to start job searching, but I would rather put feelers out and try now rather than wait until September-ish and start searching then.
I am preparing for every situation I can think of for this interview today and praying for the best. That might mean they decide they would rather someone else for the job or they could offer the job to me today. Who knows? Wish me luck either way.
On another note, we start Childbirth Classes tonight!!! We could choose 1 night a week for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm or one ENTIRE weekend. Clint and I both did not want to ruin a whole weekend in classes, so we chose the weekly ones. We only have possibly 8 weekends on our boat to take advantage of!! I have no idea what to expect.
TODAY IS FULL OF UNKNOWNS FOR ME!!! I am not a fan of not knowing things. I feel completely out of control and anxious. Truth being, I can't do anything about it, but go and see what comes our way.
Have a great day!!
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