So, these weekly posts are getting very similar....soo to spice it up here is Charlie's weekly survey for 36 weeks. Be excited, I am!
How far along? 36 weeks and one day
Total Weight Gain: 2 maybe 3 lbs. I know, gotta get with the program here.
How much does baby weigh? About 6 lbs. probably, I don't know . . . I think I'm supposed to though
Stretch marks? Well, we all do, I mean, that's just the way life goes. That's about all I can say, Autumn's the only one who needs to know any more about that.
Sleep? All the time. It's pretty sweet, actually. And even when it seems like I shouldn't have had a good night's sleep it's only because I was up all night talking to Autumn (and sometimes other people) in my sleep.
Best moment this week?: Finishing EMT midterm and getting to spend a beautiful walking evening with the best woman ever.
Movement?: I'm kind of slow on my feet this week. Getting a little lazy I guess.
Food Cravings?: MEAT. Steak, hamburgers . . . anything that at one time had a pulse, might still have a pulse and blood coursing through it.
Labor signs?: Back pain and my feet hurt.
Belly button in or out?: In. With occasional lint.
What I miss?: Going running with my wife.
What I'm looking forward to?: Holding my little girl for the first time.
Milestone?: Pre-labor stretching workout . . . it's a little intense.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009
Excitement!!
I just won a new Michael Stars maternity shirt..... for those of you who don't know...they are the best. I have one and basically live in it, but they are expensive and consequently hard to justify. I have been holding off on buying anymore maternity because I only have a few weeks left- but I could seriously use a clothes boost! The blog I won this off of is a wonderful and funny site that is great for pregnancy style advice and funny anecdotal posts. So go and check it out!
http://www.myhormonesmademe.com/
http://www.myhormonesmademe.com/
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
It just hit home- I am going to have a baby
Well, I am excited.
I think that nearly everything for the little babe is done, save for the giant pile of tiny baby clothes that are clean and waiting to get sorted-folded-put away. I am waiting to do this, I am not quite ready for this final chore to be finished. I am too worried that as soon as the final pair of tiny socks is put into its labeled little drawer my baby will just drop out of me and I will be left to parent instead of arrange stuffed animals. That is kind of terrifying. I have been off work for six weeks and been feeling wonderful, sleeping whenever I feel the need. Walking, biking and yoga'ing often and I guess that all that moving around and healthy eating (umm, other than the candy binges of this past weekend, and my weakness for all things donut) is actually doing its job. I went to the midwife today and I am making progress! (is this weird to write about on a blog? oh well, I will do it anyway). I want to let you in on the difference between midwife and hospital exams.
I have had an annual appointment before (three actually) and I hate them. They are cold, awkward, and include a terrifying metal contraption inserted into you- NOT pleasant. On top of that, I always felt like the doctors were scared of me. Bring you into the room then leave you to strip down and put on a paper bag, then set up the table so it that you are virtually a floating vagina and not connected to a body (re: 'slide to the VERY END of the table....please). Then after this is done they tell you nothing and leave you to clean up and get dressed again (for another half an hour alone) before they knock and come back to say "I will send the results in the mail". I have also had 'internal ultra sounds', anyone who has had a baby fairly recently has probably had these, they follow basically the same protocol as an annual except you get to see your baby through the strange dildo that use for the "wand". So, anyway, when my midwife asked me if I was OK with an internal exam today (to double check that the baby was head down from the inside). I was, needless to say, a little hesitant. But being brave (and curious) I went along with it. I could not have had a more different experience. Suffice today, there was no table, just a comfy bed. There was no leaving the room there was just a nice blanket for me to use to cover myself and there was no 'peering inside' it was all done by feel. I left excited about my progress (1 cm dilated and baby is FOR SURE head down!). And only a little bit uncomfortable from all the jarring around. So, score one for the midwife team (or really, if I had kept points this would be like point 300 for the birth center and the hospital might have 2 points, but only because I heard my babies heart beat there first and nothing can really top that).
So, beyond all these obvious differences I really just wanted to update that I am indeed making progress. My body is doing exactly what it should be (if not a little too fast). My midwife today said that none of this progress means that I will have the baby early ( and I am still fairly convinced she will be late) but she did tell me that I need to keep her in for at least another week and half. So, stay put in womb baby but keep on moving down! The final is... I am nearly still pretty thick but moved far forward ( I guess the cervix starts out far back and during prelabor it has to move front and center and I am done with that part) and dilated to a stretchy one centimeter. So, woo hoo! and......oh my goodness!
I think that nearly everything for the little babe is done, save for the giant pile of tiny baby clothes that are clean and waiting to get sorted-folded-put away. I am waiting to do this, I am not quite ready for this final chore to be finished. I am too worried that as soon as the final pair of tiny socks is put into its labeled little drawer my baby will just drop out of me and I will be left to parent instead of arrange stuffed animals. That is kind of terrifying. I have been off work for six weeks and been feeling wonderful, sleeping whenever I feel the need. Walking, biking and yoga'ing often and I guess that all that moving around and healthy eating (umm, other than the candy binges of this past weekend, and my weakness for all things donut) is actually doing its job. I went to the midwife today and I am making progress! (is this weird to write about on a blog? oh well, I will do it anyway). I want to let you in on the difference between midwife and hospital exams.
I have had an annual appointment before (three actually) and I hate them. They are cold, awkward, and include a terrifying metal contraption inserted into you- NOT pleasant. On top of that, I always felt like the doctors were scared of me. Bring you into the room then leave you to strip down and put on a paper bag, then set up the table so it that you are virtually a floating vagina and not connected to a body (re: 'slide to the VERY END of the table....please). Then after this is done they tell you nothing and leave you to clean up and get dressed again (for another half an hour alone) before they knock and come back to say "I will send the results in the mail". I have also had 'internal ultra sounds', anyone who has had a baby fairly recently has probably had these, they follow basically the same protocol as an annual except you get to see your baby through the strange dildo that use for the "wand". So, anyway, when my midwife asked me if I was OK with an internal exam today (to double check that the baby was head down from the inside). I was, needless to say, a little hesitant. But being brave (and curious) I went along with it. I could not have had a more different experience. Suffice today, there was no table, just a comfy bed. There was no leaving the room there was just a nice blanket for me to use to cover myself and there was no 'peering inside' it was all done by feel. I left excited about my progress (1 cm dilated and baby is FOR SURE head down!). And only a little bit uncomfortable from all the jarring around. So, score one for the midwife team (or really, if I had kept points this would be like point 300 for the birth center and the hospital might have 2 points, but only because I heard my babies heart beat there first and nothing can really top that).
So, beyond all these obvious differences I really just wanted to update that I am indeed making progress. My body is doing exactly what it should be (if not a little too fast). My midwife today said that none of this progress means that I will have the baby early ( and I am still fairly convinced she will be late) but she did tell me that I need to keep her in for at least another week and half. So, stay put in womb baby but keep on moving down! The final is... I am nearly still pretty thick but moved far forward ( I guess the cervix starts out far back and during prelabor it has to move front and center and I am done with that part) and dilated to a stretchy one centimeter. So, woo hoo! and......oh my goodness!
Monday, November 2, 2009
35/35.....I actually didn't think we would get to this.
I have a head down baby! Well, for now. The midwife said that once a first time baby flips it is usually pretty stuck and won't flip back over- so lets hope that rings true for the little lady. We had an ultra sound that confirmed her breech position and that is when I started the road to flipping. With inversions on the couch, laying on a ironing board, rubbing my belly clockwise, sitting forward ALL THE TIME, being on my hands and knees as often as possible and finally hanging upside down in my yoga class.....she flipped! Who knows what caused it, I kind of think it was the pep talks from my and her Dad and Grandma, but who knows! Apparently I am in the 95% for fluid and that makes it easier for her to flip head down because she still has water to swim in. So we worked together and she made it down, I am so relived. I have another appointment this week (tomorrow) and the will double check the position and then (HORROR) check it from the inside (aka. my first internal) just to be sure that she is head down and doesn't just have a wiggly bum. So, without further ado, here is my 35/35 survey (at 35 weeks you are also 35 days from your due date!)
How far along? 35 weeks and two days, only 33 days away from the due date.
Total Weight Gain: 25 lbs, and I am all ready worrying about how hard it will be to lose weight after she is here. I am porking up fast here. I know that is dumb, but I am guessing I still will gain about another 10 lbs. and it just seems insurmountable.
How much does baby weigh? More than 5 lbs....wowo
Stretch marks? Yes, and Charlie thinks that they look like flames.....I hate them.
Sleep? I have good and bad nights, overall better. But my dreams are OUT OF CONTROL. I have dreamt about birth every night for the last three and each dream gets more bizarre.
Best moment this week?: Getting to spend time at home in Seattle and see lots of family and the little ones all dressed up for Halloween. Also, we made some baby purchases and are basically all set for her to arrive!
Movement?: Yep she is a mover and a shaker. I think she is pissed about how many Braxton Hicks I have. Sorry lady baby.
Food Cravings?: Skittles and Fresca....I haven't had (ok, I had skittles yesterday but PRIOR to that) either in at least two years....and now I could drink bottles of it and eat skittles all day long.
Labor signs?: Stronger BH's but nothing new.
Belly button in or out?: I still declare in.
What I miss?: I am all ready thinking that I will miss being pregnant a lot. I know that isn't what this question is about, but I am starting to feel weird about sharing my baby.... I am selfish.
What I'm looking forward to?: Midwife appointment tomorrow!
Milestone?: I am into the weekly appointments!
How far along? 35 weeks and two days, only 33 days away from the due date.
Total Weight Gain: 25 lbs, and I am all ready worrying about how hard it will be to lose weight after she is here. I am porking up fast here. I know that is dumb, but I am guessing I still will gain about another 10 lbs. and it just seems insurmountable.
How much does baby weigh? More than 5 lbs....wowo
Stretch marks? Yes, and Charlie thinks that they look like flames.....I hate them.
Sleep? I have good and bad nights, overall better. But my dreams are OUT OF CONTROL. I have dreamt about birth every night for the last three and each dream gets more bizarre.
Best moment this week?: Getting to spend time at home in Seattle and see lots of family and the little ones all dressed up for Halloween. Also, we made some baby purchases and are basically all set for her to arrive!
Movement?: Yep she is a mover and a shaker. I think she is pissed about how many Braxton Hicks I have. Sorry lady baby.
Food Cravings?: Skittles and Fresca....I haven't had (ok, I had skittles yesterday but PRIOR to that) either in at least two years....and now I could drink bottles of it and eat skittles all day long.
Labor signs?: Stronger BH's but nothing new.
Belly button in or out?: I still declare in.
What I miss?: I am all ready thinking that I will miss being pregnant a lot. I know that isn't what this question is about, but I am starting to feel weird about sharing my baby.... I am selfish.
What I'm looking forward to?: Midwife appointment tomorrow!
Milestone?: I am into the weekly appointments!
Monday, October 26, 2009
34 weeks...and some days
My cute and tiny sister, and me huge and pop worthy.
How far along? 34 weeks, I can't believe that I am only three weeks away from full term and six weeks from our EDD!
Total Weight Gain: I ate my weight in ice cream and good foods this weekend.....still am only up 22 lbs. I will remedy that with copious amounts of homemade pizza tonight!
How much does baby weigh? Wow, she is (according to babycenter.com) around 5lbs and approaching 18inches...that's a real life baby baby.
Stretch marks? They came and conquered my low belly....it was a sad, sad day. Full of emotional breakdowns...shocking right?
Sleep? I have been sleeping better, but I don't want to say that and then have it all fall down on me soon. So, sleep is sleep.
Best moment this week?: My baby shower! It was sweet, well planned and perfect. No dumb games, lots of good chatting and incredibly sweet gifts. My family is wonderful.
Movement?: YES! and lots of new weird pressure. She also likes to kick the mattress whenever I switch sides in the middle of the night, it is adorable.
Food Cravings?: Top Ramen, but I haven't given in. Also, curly fries, and again I have not given in. And lets add to the list, greasy Mexican food from Jalapenos.... I want a cheese enchiladas with rice and beans. And a big fat mojitto does not sound too bad either ;)
Labor signs?: The braxtons are lasting longer and look like they are squeezing harder...but they don't hurt at all.
Belly button in or out?: In'ish' it was out for a little bit yesterday because she was pushing her butt (maybe head?) right up against it. But then once she settled down it went back to normal stretched and in.
What I miss?: Not worrying about how I am sitting and laying and what will be most conducive to her turning, ALL THE TIME. Seriously, nothing is more stressful than a breach baby.
What I'm looking forward to?: Lots! Yoga tomorrow and hanging upside down in 'bat pose'. Halloween party tonight! Midwife appointment on Thursday and a whole weekend with my husband (NO emt class this weekend!!). And, best of all... Getting to meet my adorable littlest nephew on Halloween!
Milestone?: Apparently most babies born at 34 weeks do just as well as full term babies, but they need a little time in the NICU, so good job making it so far baby! Also, I am terrified because this coming week marks the 35/35... 35 weeks and 35 days till the due date. OH MY GOSH!
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Friday, October 16, 2009
Trying...
I am trying really hard to not be bummed out. Because I know there is still time for this to change.....
Baby is breach. Project spin baby is going to get started soon.
Baby is breach. Project spin baby is going to get started soon.
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