Week 31

We had another appointment a week ago, and everything went very well. I found out that my glucose blood test came back fine, and all the other tests have been good too. She even told us that the baby is already head down. Our next appointment will be in 3 weeks from today, and then another one in 2 weeks. After the 2 week appointment I think I'll already be 36 weeks and we'll be going to the doctor for weekly visits. I've been feeling pretty good, just getting heavier and a little more difficult to get around and do simple things like get out of a car or pick something up from the floor. It's so amazing how your body changes to accommodate a baby growing inside.
I finally got around to taking another picture, so here is the latest. I've gained about 16-19 lbs so far. Lately, I'm constantly hungry. My midnight snack for the last week has been a peanut butter and strawberry jam sandwich. I really haven't craved anything else.
So I've been resisting to buy anything for the last 7 months, but about a week ago I started looking and there is just so much cute girly stuff, it's hard to resist.
A few nights ago, the baby was super active, she was really starting to kick hard and instead of the front I feel it on the side, where there is not much room, so Jeromey and I were observing as a limb would periodically stick out of my side, it was pretty amusing. Also I think she got the hiccups a few days ago, it was the first time I felt rhythmic light kicks that would indicate the hiccups.


Week 31 Development:
This week, your baby measures about 16 inches long. He weighs a little over 3 pounds and is heading into a growth spurt. He can turn his head from side to side, and his arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath his skin. He's probably moving a lot, too, so you may have trouble sleeping because your baby's kicks and somersaults keep you up. Take comfort: All this moving is a sign that your baby is active and healthy.

Week 30 (7 months)

The baby room is almost done! Jeromey took a day off last week to get a good start on it, and we had some wonderful friends who came and helped out as well. I've been taking pictures of the progress and I must say that it looks better than I imagined it would!
I am feeling pretty good this week, last week I had one day where I probably was only able to get about 3 hours of sleep, I just couldn't get comfy and I had heartburn, but then the next day I recovered. :) It's probably time to post another picture of the growing belly, it's definitely growing so much faster now.
I've gained somewhere between 14-16 lbs so far, and it all just seems to go in the belly which is nice, can't complain about that! I definitely get tired more now, and a little off balance. I've been climbing up 3 flights of stairs to go into work, and after I am done, sadly I am totally out of breath!

Week 30 Development:
Your baby's a bit more than 15 1/2 inches long now, and she weighs almost 3 pounds. A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and takes up more room in your uterus. Her eyesight continues to develop, though it's not very keen; even after she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have 20/400 vision — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. (Normal adult vision is 20/20.)

Week 29

The last few days the kicks have felt so much harder than previous weeks. It definitely feels like the baby is starting to have less and less space, yet she's moving a ton, which is fun! Last friday we went to the Dave Mathews Band Concert, and I wasn't sure how comfortable I would be sitting on the ground for a long period of time, but it was fine. I had a fun time, I felt a bit sore towards the end of the night, but it's definitely much better to sit of a long time rather than stand for a long time. Just 4 years ago, Jeromey took me to see DMB for our first unofficial date! Time is definitely flying by! I am in my 3rd trimester already and the baby will be here before we know it! I can't wait to finally hold her!

Week 29 Development:
Your baby now weighs about 2 1/2 pounds and is a tad over 15 inches long from head to heel. His muscles and lungs are continuing to mature, and his head is growing bigger to make room for his developing brain. To meet his increasing nutritional demands, you'll need plenty of protein, vitamins C, folic acid, and iron. And because his bones are soaking up lots of calcium, be sure to drink your milk (or find another good source of calcium, such as cheese, yogurt, or enriched orange juice). This trimester, about 250 milligrams of calcium are deposited in your baby's hardening skeleton each day.

Week 28

Last night was soo uncomfortable. I went to bed early (before midnight), then woke up around 11pm and could not fall back asleep, I got up every hour until about 2:30am. I think it was the worst night so far: not being able to sleep and find a comfortable position, with the lower back being in a lot of pain. Every time I seemed to doze of, the baby would start kicking like crazy too, haha, that's doesn't exactly help fall asleep.
I am going to try and take it easy for the rest of the week, so that I am not completely exhausted and falling asleep at work. I am really hoping that the next 2 and a half months aren't like this.

Week 28 Development:
By this week, your baby weighs a little over 2 pounds and measures almost 15 inches from the top of her head to her heels. She can blink her eyes, which now sport lashes. With her eyesight developing, she may be able to see the light that filters in through your womb. She's also developing billions of neurons in her brain and adding more body fat in preparation for life in the outside world.

Week 27

I am still feeling pretty good, just exhausted at the end of the day. Yesterday our work moved to a new building and everyone was getting situated in their new place, lots of people walking around. I had two people point and notice that I had a big belly. People say the funniest things, and the most random things, especially when they don't know you, but for some reason want to acknowledge the fact that you're pregnant.


Week 27 Development:

This week your baby weighs almost 2 pounds and is about 14.4 inches long with his legs extended. He can now open and close his eyes, and he sleeps and wakes at regular intervals. He may suck his fingers, and although his lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with assistance — if he were to be born prematurely. Chalk up any rhythmic movement you may be feeling to a case of baby hiccups, which may be common from now on. Each episode usually lasts only a few moments, and isn't bothersome to him, so enjoy the tickle. With more brain tissue developing, your baby's brain is very active now. Wonder what he's thinking?

Week 25 and Week 26 (6 months)

We had our week 25 appointment last week. The wait was super long because the doctor had to pick up extra appointments since Dr. Lim wasn't there for some reason.
But we finally got to see her. She listened to the heart beat which was at 140, and I told her that I had some pain in my leg, probably from stretching a ligament by pushing boxes w/my feet. Since things are loosening up in my body, she said to take it easy which I have been. It hasn't been too bad, just some days I really feel it in my lower back and the leg, probably when I walk too much or bend down too much. It's difficult to get used to it because I still want to do so much during the day, but the tiredness gets to me before I can say I am finished. Here is the latest picture! I gained about 10 lbs so far. She kicks quite a bit, I love feeling the movement, I think it's the coolest thing during the whole pregnancy.

Jeromey and I went to his high school reunion which is always interesting. There was one girl there who was due in 10 days, and a couple others who just had babies, so it was fun to talk to them and hear about their experiences.

I think we'll start on working on painting the nursery in a few weeks! I can't wait to see what it will turn out like.

Week 25 Development:
Head to heels, your baby now measures about 13 1/2 inches. Her weight — a pound and a half — doesn't sound like much, but she's beginning to exchange her long, lean look for some baby fat. As she does, her wrinkled skin will begin to smooth out and she'll start to look more and more like a newborn. Her hair is probably recognizable now (in color and texture), although both may change after she's born.

Week 26 Development:
Your baby now weighs a little under 2 pounds and measures about 14 inches, from head to heel. The nerve pathways in her ears are developing, which means her response to sounds is growing more consistent. Her lungs are developing now, too, as she continues to take small breaths of amniotic fluid — good practice for when she's born and takes that first breath of air.