How far along: 36 weeks! I'm getting excited to meet this little guy!
Baby's size: A honeydew melon - 5-6 pounds. Eeek! No wonder my back hurts.
Sleep: Sleeping like a rock until about 4:30 AM. That's when my mind races a bit, but I can usually get myself back to sleep. I also get up to use the bathroom 4 or 5 times. I think I'm in training for waking up with a baby.
Food cravings: I've actually lost my appetite a bit. I don't think I have much room for food at this point.
Symptoms I have: Some backaches and little tiny contractions when I walk around really fast. Working still feels great and I'm glad I'm there each day. It's the perfect balance of walking, standing and sitting.
Doctor’s Appointment: Next appointment is October 29th. My last appointment went really well. I don't have strep B, The baby is head down, and my cervix is already softening. I'm not placing any bets, but it sounds like all is set up for a delivery near my due date. I am preparing to go longer or earlier just in case.
Movement: Movement is starting to be a little less intense. I think he as less space to move now.
Gender: Oh joy it's a Boy!
What I’m looking forward to: My first pr-natal massage! A gift for my birthday back in July from Ivalle. Normally I'm not a massage person, but this time I'm really feeling like I could use a rub down.
This weekend we are doing some important house chores like checking the smoke detectors and hanging some last minute items in the baby's room. I'm looking forward to feeling ready to leave work. I'm still not quite prepared, but getting there.
This weekend we are doing some important house chores like checking the smoke detectors and hanging some last minute items in the baby's room. I'm looking forward to feeling ready to leave work. I'm still not quite prepared, but getting there.
What I miss: Sunshine. Sleeping on my back and stomach.