Bumpdate - 34 Weeks

What has been going on this week? We had our 34 week appointment this week and thankfully I only gained 2 lb. compared to the 4 last time. Little miss has moved head down (for now) and hopefully stays that way until delivery day! The nurse didn't say too much so I assume no news, is good news. I've mostly been hibernating this week because it's so flipping hot outside. Thank you Lord for letting me be inside during this time!

How Far Along? 34 weeks (as of 8.17.14)

(rough picture, but it's all I got!)

Size of Baby: Butternut Squash (she should be almost 5 lbs!)

Weight Gain: Wait for it….27 lbs. Yikes!

Maternity Clothes: Yes and no. Most all of the shirts I wear are maternity but I have a few athletic shorts and pants that semi fit.  I think everyone is getting tired of seeing my in the same stuff. Sorry bout it! The worse part was when my husband came home and saw me wearing his basketball shorts that go below my knees. Hot wife right there :/

Movement: My favorite thing in the universe…still. My hand has been permanently attached to my stomach ever since I have started to feel her. Some may hurt now, but gosh I cherish those movements. 

Symptoms: Hello heartburn and rib knifing. I never knew a tiny little person could be so strong to make you feel like you have broken ribs. Haha. That's my little athlete.

I've also been having more spotting, this time the scary red kind (TMI, sorry) and lots of cramp-like pains that are pretty constant. I've called the doctor twice because it's been going on for two days but they don't seem concerned. I guess I'm the only paranoid one!

Cravings: This week: Crunchy Tacos, Chocolate Ice Cream, ANYTHING sweet, guacamole, and cereal.

Gender: Our little girl!

Mood: Uncomfortable, but so thankful for each and every uncomfortable symptom I have. I have been terrified, I mean straight up terrified, I would have this baby really early and I praise the Lord she has stayed in. Now she just needs to stay put for AT LEAST another 4-6 weeks. Grow little girl, grow! Wait, did I just type 4, four, 4, four…holy cow FOUR weeks. *falls to the floor*

Nursery: Well…we now have a crib, dresser, and BALLS. Baby steps :) I am in love with how she is coming together though. I can't wait to get all of the little pieces to complete it. Thank you mom and Diana for being the best ball hangers I ever did see!

Sleep: So I have something to say about sleep. You know those people who are all like "sleep while you can"? Well I have a question for them…how can you sleep when your hips are on fire, your belly feels like someone has be playing basketball with it all day, and you pee at least 3 times and then wake up at 5 and can't go back to sleep? Haha. I guess my peak period of sleep has come and gone. I will take it though, it means we are THAT MUCH CLOSER to meeting our sweet, sweet girl. Oh my dear lanta I am so ready to meet her. She needs to hold off and cook a little longer though. And I have so much left to do! Ah! Motivation!

What I Miss: Not being in pain all day and night. 

Belly Button in or out?  Same. In but on the out sticks out a little? Just weird. Haha

Wedding rings on or off? On

Best Moment This Week:  Realizing that starting at our next doctor's appointment we will be going EVERY week and I will be getting checked to see how I'm progressing. That is so flipping exciting to me. 

Labor Signs: I am so clueless. I thought maybe these cramps had something to do with it, but I think they are just a PITA. I've still had BH but nothing consistent or anything. 

Looking Forward To: Getting the bedding for our nursery (hopefully next week), finishing her room, seeing how I'm progressing, and MEETING OUR GIRL!