A litte catch up

I have so many thoughts and ideas that I want to share on this space, but finding the time, energy, and comfort to be able to do so is starting to feel impossible.  Some days it is such a struggle to make it through the day to day tasks, that blogging just doesn't happen.  Other days, I have the energy but am so uncomfortable that I can't even manage sitting and typing a post.

Life has been so full of so many wonderful events lately though, that I will make the time to document (I'm just not quite sure when).  My family and friends threw me and baby a beautiful shower a couple of weeks ago, and I can't wait to share the pictures and memories from that day.  I also spent a long weekend with some of the people that I love the most and I want to document that as well.  The hubs and I just finished our first class of Birthing from Within and I want to process through what I learned and how I see us working together towards a natural birth in a birth center.  I also just have a million other little thoughts running through my head that I want to write down.

So, if you are still reading this blog even though my posts are very sporadic, thank you!

33 Weeks!

Size of baby:

Pineapple  (19-22 in. from head to heel, 4.9 lbs.)

Movement: 

Baby is getting a lot stronger!  Some of his/her movements make me gasp in pain.  I'm still loving most of the movements though and continue to be amazed by it all.

Dad’s gender guess:

Boy 

Mom's gender guess:

Back to thinking it's a girl...

Symptoms:

Definitely feeling big and tired.  My right side up by my ribs is in constant pain.  My back has also been getting sore and tired.  

Maternity Clothes: 

Just about all maternity.  Some of my jersey skirt and capri roll-over bottoms still fit though.  I've also resorted to stealing David's clothes (like gym shorts and t-shirts) because nothing I have fits anymore.

Food Cravings:

Bagels and cream cheese sound delicious.  But it's not like I have to eat them all the time, I just think they sound yummy.  

Food Aversions:

There was something that sounded gross this week, but now I can't remember what it was.

Sleep:

Sleep continues to be a battle.  If I don't have heart burn, then I probably have to pee.  And if I'm not peeing or breathing fire, then my ribs and back are probably out to get me.  

Mood:

I alternate between wanting to give birth tomorrow because I can't wait to meet this baby (and be done being pregnant) and wanting the baby to stay put for forever until I get everything under control.  Obviously I know that the baby needs to continue to cook a little bit longer and also that I can not remain pregnant until I know it all (because that will never happen!).

Best Moment This Week:

Getting to see my brothers last weekend!  (My goal is to blog about this sometime this week!)

What I miss:

Not having constant rib pain.  Oh, and having a right big toenail.  One of my kids at school accidentally kicked my bad toe, causing my nail to pop most of the way off.  Which then resulted in a trip to the doctor, two shots of novocaine, and my toe nail being removed.  

What I'm Looking Forward To:

A (hopefully) quick week so that I can enjoy my three day weekend!  This past weekend was jampacked and I'm exhausted!

Comparison photo:

32 Weeks!

Size of baby:

Honeydew  (19 in. from head to heel, 4.5 lbs.)

Movement: 

Baby had the hiccups a lot this week.  He or she also continues to wedge itself underneath my right ribs, which I do NOT enjoy.  However, I am still mesmerized when my belly shifts and changes as baby wiggles around in there.

Dad’s gender guess:

Boy 

Mom's gender guess:

I think boy this week!

Symptoms:

I'm feeling really big and tired this week.  I've also had this pain in the upper right side of my chest, sort of in my ribs, but closer to the front. I think my ribs and muscles are at war with the baby for space.  So far I would have to say baby is winning.

Maternity Clothes: 

Still a mix.  Although mostly maternity because I don't want to stretch my regular clothes out too much.

Food Cravings:

Anything sweet really.  Which is strange because throughout most of this pregnancy, sweet things have not been appealing to me at all.  

Food Aversions:

Nothing really.  Although I tend to get full really quickly.

Sleep:

I miss sleeping comfortably!  My right side is so sore by the end of the day that I can not get comfortable!  It hurts to sleep on my side, so I wind up sleeping on my back, but almost sitting up. 

Mood:

Not too bad.  Getting excited to meet baby and see if it's a he or a she in there!

Best Moment This Week:

I had my baby shower last weekend (May 4, I'm a little late in writing this update), and it was awesome.  We received so many wonderful gifts for baby; I am so grateful for all of our family and friends!

What I miss:

Being able to lay on my stomach.  My back has been sore lately, and I miss being able to lay on my stomach and stretch out.

What I'm Looking Forward To:

Seeing my brothers for the first time since Christmas this weekend!  *I saw them May 11, but at the time of the update, that's what I was most excited for*  I'm also excited to celebrate my first (sort of) Mother's Day with my hubs, parents, and brothers.

Comparison photo: