38 Weeks!!!!!!!!!!

How far along: 38 Weeks!

Total weight gain/loss: 34 lbs.

Maternity clothes? Yep

Stretch marks? Yep. Not as much as I thought I'd get to be honest with you.

Sleep: Not good. I'm to the point where I'm sleeping in a sports bra and a pair of panties because I'm so damn hot! I'm uncomfortable and the bed just isn't big enough for the two of us plus all the pillows I'm using for props!

Best moment this week: FINALLY getting our addition started on. The guys are working fast and will hopefully be done soon so we can move Bailey in there and get started on KK's room!!

Movement: Yes plenty of it. She hasn't slowed down yet.

Food cravings: Chocolate pudding. I've threatened to bite anyones arms off who eats any of my pudding I have stashed in the fridge at home or at work.

Gender: Girl

Labor Signs: Oww started having contractions yesterday. They lasted all freaking afternoon and into last night. I felt like I was going to start my period at any given moment yesterday. It was like sharp sharp painful period cramps. They were across my lower back, into my whole freaking stomach, and actually spread into my groin area. I don't think these were fake ones (bc of the pain) but honestly, what do I know?

Belly Button in or out? I've had an outtie for a few weeks now...it keeps sticking out more and more though.

What I miss: Having sex with my husband. I never thought we'd be the couple to completely quit having sex. That's all I wanted with my first pregnancy. I'd rape him while we were sleeping just about every night. We haven't had sex in well over a month and I miss our intimacy.

What I am looking forward to: Getting started on KK's room. Going pick out paint sometime this weekend!!!
Milestones: Making it to 38 weeks! I only have 2 weeks left until my EDD. Lets see when she makes her debut though.

Okay...time for some pics.

37 weeks

How far along: 37 Weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: 32 lbs. I have an appt tomorrow so if I've gained more, they'll tell me then.
Maternity clothes? Yep
Stretch marks? Yep
Sleep: Pretty crappy honestly. I'm sweating the whole night, even though Darren sleeps under the comforter bc I have the ac set so low. I'm up 2 or 3 times to pee now too.
Best moment this week: Buying KK's crib last night and making a list for the last few items we need for her and the list for my hospital bag.
Movement: It's gone from kicks to rolls and punches now. I wish I could see what body part is what when she's moving around in there.
Food cravings: Ice cream
Gender: Girl
Labor Signs: I've been having Braxton Hicks & them suckers hurt
Belly Button in or out? I've had an outtie for a few weeks now...it keeps sticking out more and more though.
What I miss: Sleeping on my belly, being comfortable, wearing my cute clothes & shoes, sex, liquor.....
What I am looking forward to: Possibly getting the addition started on Monday. B's room might be finished before the kiddos come back next weekend. He'd love it if he had his brand new room!
Milestones: Well today I am considered freaking full term man...any day now baby girl but I'd prefer it if you stayed another week or two. We're not quite ready for you KK!!!

36 Weeks (A day early)

I am doing this a day early because I won't be able to tomorrow. We recently just finished up a big project here at work and I'll be busy with double pipe numbers ALL freaking day tomorrow. I can't believe I am already at 36 weeks. Man...where has the time gone? Last Thursday was my 35/35 milestone. Yesterday made it exactly one month until my due date. I feel as if I have no other major milestones to look forward to now but the arrival of our little girl. I can not wait to meet her!!! I had Darren snap this picture last night after dinner. I never realized how big I was until I seen it. The view from up top looks COMPLETELY different than this.

How far along: 36 Weeks!

Total weight gain/loss: 32 lbs

Maternity clothes? Yep

Stretch marks? I haz them, yes. No new ones still but my old stretchies are stretched out again

Sleep: Pretty crappy honestly. I'm sweating the whole night, even though Darren sleeps under the comforter bc I have the ac set so low. I'm up 2 or 3 times to pee now too.

Best moment this week: My baby shower on Sunday!!!

Movement: It's gone from kicks to rolls and punches now. I wish I could see what body part is what when she's moving around in there.

Food cravings: Uhm banana nut bread. We were watching TV Monday night and I seen banana nut bread on whatever show we were watching. I started making a loaf at 9:30 at night. Yep...HAD TO HAVE IT!

Gender: Girl

Labor Signs: I've been having Braxton Hicks & them suckers hurt

Belly Button in or out? I've had an outtie for a few weeks now...it keeps sticking out more and more though.

What I miss: Sleeping on my belly, being comfortable, wearing my cute clothes & shoes, sex, liquor.....

What I am looking forward to: Going to my shower in Denham Springs Sunday!! I can not freaking wait to see all my family and friends. I haven't seen most of them since Easter...

Milestones: Uhm well I made my 35 weeks /35 days left milestone. I have also made it to my OMG I ONLY HAVE ONE MONTH LEFT milestone.

32 Weeks

Okay so here I am at 32 weeks and 1 day. I have about 8 weeks or so left. I hope it's less but we'll see what she has in store for us. Me and Darren were talking last night and we decided on a middle name. Since we're keeping her first name a secret, I figure I can tell the one person who reads my blog what her middle name is going to be...Kay. Her initials will be KKS. DH has already nicknamed her KK..I'm starting to get really excited about our little girl coming. The girls at work last night asked me if I was having an epidural and I said well of course! I couldn't imagine not having one and pushing a baby out of my vadge....I'm a wuss! Then I got to thinking and I figure I probably could go au naturel because I know our little angel Wyatt wouldn't let anything happen to me or his little sister. This pregnancy has been so easy compared to Wyatt's pregnancy and I chalk it all up to my little angel. I know he's keeping us under his wings and I know he'll continue to do so. Now I'm not saying I WOULDN'T have an epidural, because I totally am, but I'm saying I think I could do without one if I really wanted to.

Anyway, I don't think much else has been going on....so onto the weekly update!

How far along: 32 Weeks!
Total weight gain/loss: Was up 26 lbs with my last update. I don't know how much I've gained since then. Don't really care either, but I'll find out Tuesday at my appointment.
Maternity clothes? Yep
Stretch marks? Besides the 2 new ones on my right side, no new ones to report on. There is an old stretchie above my belly button ring scar that is stretching even worse, so does that count as a new one?
Sleep: Once I find a comfy position, I'm dead to the world..
Best moment this week: Getting my hair cut and highlighted tomorrow. I can totally go for a pampering day and man do I need it!
Movement: She's bouncing around pretty much all day now.
Food cravings: Well....I really really really wanted a cheeseburger from sonic with pepperjack cheese, grilled onions, mayo, and bacon with a chili cheese tot with ranch and jalapenos. Turns out they don't have pepperjack cheese anymore, so I had to settle for regular cheese. Oh well!! My tots were awesome!
Food aversions: None..actually I haven't really had any food aversions this whole pregnancy.
Gender: Girl
Labor Signs: Not actual labor signs but I've been having Braxton Hicks
Belly Button in or out? As of last week, I officially have an "outtie"
What I miss: Sex...it's so uncomfortable!
What I am looking forward to: Getting my hair did tomorrow and then getting a new fridge either sometime today or tomorrow. We're taking advantage of the tax free weekend.
Weekly Wisdom: nothing new
Milestones: A little TMI here, but I went 5 days with out pooping and I finally pooped yesterday!!! Yay me!!!

29 weeks

This post will not have a picture. I feel like total shiiiit today and I refuse to smile for a picture. I'll take a picture with the next weekly post.

I went to the doctor yesterday for my GD test. I was there for all of 2 hours. Gave 6 vials of blood. Doctor Haile measured my belly and I was measuring 29 centimeters..so I'm right on schedule with that. When I go back in 4 weeks I'll be 33 weeks and that'll be my last monthly appt. After that, I start going weekly..not ever other week, but weekly!! He wants to keep a closer (than normal) eye on things toward the end. I also start the fetal movement monitering things with my next appointment and also another ultrasound. I'd love it if Darren could go to that appointment just because it's so much going on. He hasn't made it to a single appointment yet. I doubt he'll make it to that one though because of the job their on right now. Production is expected to last until September so my apt in August I'll probably go to by myself. It's nice to hope though, right?

Okay...so onto the weekly update.

How far along: 29 weeks!!
Total weight gain/loss: 26 lbs
Maternity clothes? Yep and I love them.
Stretch marks? I *think* I found 2 new ones on the side of my belly...
Sleep: Hasn't been too good this week. I've been so sore and tired but can't sleep very well. It's hard to find a comfy position.
Best moment this week: hmm....haven't had a best moment
Movement: Most of the day now.
Food cravings: Nothing really.
Food aversions: None.
Gender: Girl
Labor Signs: Not actual labor signs but I've been having Braxton Hicks
Belly Button in or out? Still in, but it is getting pretty shallow.
What I miss: Liquor and sex...oh and liquored up sex! ;)
What I am looking forward to: The weekend...sleeping in
Weekly Wisdom: nothing new
Milestones: can't think of anything.

26 Weeks

Okay so my doctor told me to watch what I eat from now on. Apparantly I've put on too much weight. I've gained 23 pounds all together. First of all, let me tell you something, before I got pregnant I had lost alot of weight. And I mean alot! I weighed 133 when I found out I was pregnant. I haven't weighed 130 anything since JR high. I wasn't eating dinner and I was barely eating lunch. I worked way too much and when I got home from work late at night, I'd take a shower and go to bed. So of course, I'm going to lose weight. Now, I usually weigh anywhere between 145-155. I weigh 156 right now. I think I'm doing pretty good so..... Mr. Doctor you can kiss my fat ass!! I will continue to eat my oreos and milk TYVM!

How far along: 26 weeks!!!!!!!!!!!! Agh!!!!!!!

Total weight gain/loss: 23 lbs....suck it Dr. Haile!!!!!!!!!!!

Maternity clothes? Yep and I love them. So comfy.

Stretch marks? I found new ones on my boobies but no new ones on my belly.

Sleep: Nothing to complain about here. Darren wakes me up alot telling me I'm on my back and I'll just roll over but other than that, nothing.

Best moment this week: hmm....haven't had a best moment

Movement: I feel alot more movement. It's still weird to see my belly move but I love it =)

Food cravings: Nothing really.

Food aversions: None.

Gender: Girl

Labor Signs: Not actual labor signs but I've started having Braxton Hicks

Belly Button in or out? Still in, but it is getting pretty shallow.

What I miss: Alcohol...HARD LIQUOR actually

What I am looking forward to: getting the addition to our house started.

Weekly Wisdom: nothing new

Milestones: Hitting double digits yesterday..98 days left!

22 weeks 5 days

How far along? 22 weeks and 5 days

Total weight gain/loss: I'm up 8 pounds I believe
Maternity clothes? Yep

Stretch marks? No new ones

Sleep: Kinda sucky...heartburn is a SOB

Best moment this week: Hopefully finding out the gender Friday!

Movement: kicks are getting more frequent instead of just after lunch

Food cravings: something sweet but haven't been able to "hit the spot" yet

Gender: I am thinking girl but hope to find out Friday

What I miss: sex

What I’m looking forward to: Our 3d/4d ultrasound Friday

Weekly wisdom: nothing new

Milestones: nothing

20 weeks 5 days

How far along? 20 weeks and 5 days
Total weight gain/loss: Don't know...I'll find out today
Stretch marks? No new ones to report
Sleep: Getting hard to get comfy. I want to sleep on my back so bad.
Best moment this week: Darren felt the baby kick for the first time! It was so sweet!

Movement: Soft kicks are getting a little harder

Food cravings: Cookies and cream ice cream, anything spicy still, and salad...lots of salad

Gender: I've had alot of baby girl dreams...we'll find out soon I hope!
What I miss: Sleeping on my back and stomach

What I am looking forward to: Hopefully finding out the gender soon

Weekly Wisdom: Nothing new
Milestones: Making 20 weeks...HALFWAY DONE!!!

18 weeks 5 days

How far along? 18 weeks and 5 days

Total weight gain/loss: Up 2 pounds

Stretch marks? No new ones to report

Sleep: Can't get enough of it. I love my body pillow!

Best moment this week: Felt my first "outside" kick. It was real soft and low but I felt it. I can't wait for Darren to be able to feel them!

Movement: The flutters have turned to soft kicks.

Food cravings: Still chocolate milk, icees, anything spicy

Gender: Hmm I'm not leaning either way.

What I miss: Being able to roll over in bed without losing my breath

What I am looking forward to: Not baby related but I'm looking forward to memorial day weekend

Weekly Wisdom: Nothing new

Milestones: Feeling that first soft thump with my hands =)

16 weeks and 4 days

I realize this isn't the best picture. I'll try talking Darren into taking these pictures for me so they look better.


How far along? 16 weeks and 4 days
Total weight gain/loss: I'll find out today and update
Stretch marks? No new ones to report
Sleep: It's alot better now that I don't have to be at work at 6:00 anymore. I love coming in at 8:00!
Best moment this week: It'll happen later today
Movement: I've felt flutters
Food cravings: Chocolate milk, icees, anything spicy
Gender: Still no clue..hopefully I'll find out later though! What I miss: Being able to roll over in bed without losing my breath
What I am looking forward to: My ultrasound and dr appointment later today
Weekly Wisdom: Nothing new
Milestones: Starting to feel flutters...I'm almost positive it's not gas. I've felt these flutters before =)

14 weeks 4 days

How far along? 14 weeks and 4 days

Total weight gain/loss: Up 3 pounds
Maternity clothes? Bought two bella bands but I think they're the wrong size. They feel too loose!
Stretch marks? No new ones to report

Sleep: Can't seem to get enough of it. I can seriously sit still in my office chair long enough with my eyes closed and I'm out!
Best moment this week: Getting in bed before 10:30 two nights in a row!
Movement: None yet.

Food cravings: Ice cream, dill pickles, and cheetos

Gender: I honestly have no clue!

What I miss: Sex. Enough said!

What I am looking forward to: My 16 week ultrasound. They might be able to tell us what we're having!

Weekly Wisdom: "Sleep all you want, the baby needs it!"
Milestones: Not wanting to kick DH in the face this week!

8 weeks!

I have the worst cold ever and I'm waiting on my nurse to call me back with a prescription of something to make it go away! I'm so upset that I can't take Nyquil...that is my fav thing to take when I'm sick. I love to sleep through colds...and I can't take it. I'm stuck with nasty robitussin that doesn't work at all! Anyway....this is whats goin on during my 8th week....

Week 8: Goodbye sea creature, hello baby!
Fetal development in pregnancy week 8:embryo in second month Woohoo! You've got one whole inch of baby inside of you! Your little embryo has finally reached the one-inch mark (30mm). And if it were possible to take a peek, you could actually see your tiny baby without a telescope! What’s more, your baby is finally starting to take on some very distinct human features. For starters, their little tail (really just the spinal cord) has disappeared completely. It’s nice to know your baby can no longer be mistaken for a sea creature! Additionally, both their toes and fingers are prominent with very little, if any, webbing. Upper and lower limbs all show recognizable joints (elbows and knees) and the lower limb bones are starting to ossify. But don’t expect your baby to resemble either parent quite yet. Right now, your baby’s head is disproportionately larger than the rest of their body--making up almost half of your little one’s height and weight!


And how's mom doing? Your slightly-larger-than-a-cherry embryo is also starting to have a physical impact on you this week—and not just hormonally, as you may be noticing a slight bulge at your midline-- mostly from water retention. Most people won't even notice the subtle change to your belly's shape, but since you’re if you have been extra moody lately, that may start to subside this week, as the placenta is beginning to take responsibility for your baby’s hormone production tuned in to every little change in your body, it hasn’t slipped past. Good news for the hormonally tortured: if you have been extra moody lately, that may start to subside this week, as the placenta is beginning to take responsibility for your baby’s hormone production. This means your body will soon be able to relax a bit from its over-production of hormones as the placenta starts to regulate your baby’s hormones-- allowing your body to focus on producing more normal levels of hormones for yourself.

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