Nine Month Bumpdate!

How Far Along 40 flipping weeks. I love being pregnant, but I just keep thinking about how big she's going to end up if she keeps cooking...yikes.

New Experiences Heartburn. Only once, but once was enough.

Gender Still assuming both doctors and three US techs are right. and we have a girl ;)

Total Weight Gain I almost made it to 25 LBS, but then I lost a few pounds. Apparently that's normal towards the end, though. Total is now 21 pounds of baby love.

Sleep I'm a bit tired of waking up before my alarm clock, but it could be worse.

Pregnancy nightmares Yup, and it was TERRIBLE.

Miss Anything At this point I know I'll be able to eat and drink the things I 'missed' soon, so now I could care even less. You better bet there will be a Jersey Mike's Sub in my future, though.

Cravings Nada.

Symptoms According to old wives' tales she's about to come out. My uterus has been super tight, I started breaking out from the hormone changes, I was in a 'mood' Thursday, and I'm less hungry. On top of that, the doc confirmed I was 1cm dilated, starting to efface, and she's moved down the canal. Friday also brought on some early labor signs,  but miss thang is holed up.

Mood Mostly, I'm just thankful that we are more prepared for her arrival than I expected to be. However, Thursday I was most definitely in a mood. I was frustrated with everyone bugging me about when they should come like I miraculously know when she's going to make her appearance. I'm very appreciative that she has so many people that love her and want to be here, but I'm not a psychic and our house isn't a hotel. I can't tell you anything other than our home is open to you for the birth, but you will be sharing it with whomever else shows up at the time. I have one guest bedroom, one air mattress, and two couch slots. First come first serve people. #notmyproblem

Best Moment This Week I went to the doctor expecting to hear 'no change' for my 39 week appointment, but when he said 1cm and starting to efface I was elated! I know it's still up to her, but at least that meant my body was doing it's job.

Looking Forward to Meeting her, le duh.

Exercise Still going strong! I have to start off reeaaally slow and build up, but I'm determined not to quit. The thought of not working out for up to six weeks after is extremely motivating. Plus, anything that might move her along is a bonus.

On My Mind Labor is going to suck. That is all.

Nine Month Bumpdate!

Total Weight Gain As of the last appointment I was up 16 pounds, but that was almost a month ago. My at home scale is only saying 17, so I guess somewhere between 17-19 total gain. I never would have thought that I would be happy about weight gain, and yet it's one of my favorite things to track to see how she's progressing. She was measuring in the 30th percentile at the last appointment, which they said was completely normal based on my stature, so I just want to make sure she's continuing to grow. I'm guessing five pounds or so right now. Five perfect little pounds.

Miss Anything No, but I did attend a reception the other day and was super sad when I couldn't eat a single thing because it was all cold cuts, mystery salad sandwiches, and other potentially 'unsafe' appetizers. Where the cookies fruit and veggie trays at??

Cravings The usual...sweets. I actually asked for a smoothie the other day, but when it came down to it I didn't feel like driving to get one and Will had already had a few beers. I guess I should plan any future cravings before he pops a cold one, haha.

Symptoms Other than having to roll out of the bed or off the couch, I started having a little round ligament pain {lower abdomen} while I sleep, but adding another pillow under my belly seems to ease that. Pillows are my best friends these days.

Mood Optimistic, enthusiastic, excited, and just happy in general.

Best Moment This Week Charlie's godmother just moved back to Pensacola, so when I went home this weekend she got to massage my belly and talk to her. Having a nurse massage your belly is quite awesome I might add. I didn't even know they did that.

Looking Forward to A surprise Ultrasound today!

Exercise I ran my last mile on Thursday {insert super sad face}. I still plan on doing my core workouts and keeping active as long as I can, but I started getting cramps in my lower abdomen while running. I don't mind the pain, but it's not worth how it might affect her.

Questions This Month 

Have you tried Amazon Mom?

How many bottles does one need to start out with if you plan on breastfeeding?

What are you tips for last minute baby preparation?

What was in your hospital bag?

EIGHT Month Bumpdate

How Far Along EIGHT flippin' months

New Experiences She had hiccups twice this past week!

Gender Sassy little gal.

Total Weight Gain 13, as in 1-3 at last week's appointment. I know, I'm amazed too. I'm just waiting to blimp up out of nowhere.

Miss Anything Will burped the other night, and I was like "Mmmm beer" I think I just want to get my drink on now that I can't.

Cravings I've been rubbing it in Will's face that he hasn't had to go make a single ice cream/pickle run. I gravitate towards carbs and sweets, but I limit myself and find healthy-ish alternatives around. Every dessert looks divine, and I even walk through the Publix bakery just to admire, but I RESIST. Other than special occasions.

Maternity Clothes Still using the hair tie trick, but maternity clothes are more comfy than regular clothes these days, and my birthday suit is the comfiest. Having anything on is well, constricting.

Best Moment This Week In a conversation, I referred to "My daughter..." and I got chills. I could never wrap my head around saying that until now.

Looking Forward to Another ultrasound Tuesday. It's probably the last, so I want to soak it in!

Exercise I had to buy a maternity support band, but still going strong.

On My Mind How I pretty much have a month to get done everything I can, because after that it's fair game.

In case you haven't heard, her name is now officially on the regular blog, so check it out ;)

Twenty Week Bump Date

How Far Along: 20 Weeks!

New Experiences: I've only felt her once because I have an anterior placenta, but it was amazing when I did. It was very hard to detect, and yet once I caught on to the itsy bitsy repetition it was breathtaking.

Gender: Baby Girl! A.K.A. CQB until we announce the name. Just not sure when that will be.

Total Weight Gain: 7.o pounds

Sleep: Doesn't seem to be too difficult, but I am waking up around 5am some mornings. Luckily, I read my Kindle app for a bit and back to sleep I go for the most part.

Miss Anything: Now that I can't drink I want a margarita, but I think this is all too new to be missing much.

Cravings: I haven't 'craved' a single thing, but my appetite has changed. Thus far, I have had less of an appetite and I stand in the kitchen not wanting a single thing in there. However, I have been eating my weight in Carrot Hummus and strawberries with peanut butter as my late night snack. Hey, at least it's healthy.

Symptoms: Slight back pain that feels like a less intense kidney infection, getting up too quick causes dizziness, soreness in my booty piriformis muscle, and if I have a busy day I'm completely spent at night.

Belly Button/Body Changes: Belly button looks the same, but I think my hips have spread a bit, my boobs are ginormous, and about halfway through week 20 I started seeing the belly you see up there.

Maternity Clothes: I've bought some adorable second hand maternity clothes from other MilSpouses (bounus!), but technically I don't need them yet. I can't button my normal button ups, pants without 'give' are banished, and  although some things look a little funny on the tatas, most everything still fits.

Mood: I kinda feel like a new person. I all of a sudden have an overwhelming feeling of a special purpose, and it's pretty darn cool. I'm terrified of the responsibility of growing this being inside me, but at the same time it's inspiring and leading every decision I make.

Best Moment This Week: Listening to Will read to CQB for the first time this week. He read that the baby is getting to the point where she can hear his voice, so he wants to make sure she knows his voice.

Looking Forward to: Seeing the specialist on Fat Tuesday. I'm ready to see CQB again and get this appointment over that's been looming over our heads. I also hope we can enjoy Fat Tuesday a bit before coming home. We will be in Mobile (which is where Mardi Gras actually started, though most don't know), so I want to enjoy it.

Exercise: I've become more mindful of my breathing, taking breaks, and chugging water, but this baby hasn't stopped me since the doctor cleared me for exercise. I've definitely gotten slower in spite of my best efforts, but as long as I can keep trucking along in a healthy manner, there is no stopping me. We've got a 5K in a month, and heck yes I'm still doing it.

On My Mind:  Registries, Baby Showers, Getting the new house rented, and devouring ANYTHING baby/pregnancy related I can find. My mom asked me a bunch of questions about our plans for the pregnancy, and for the first time EVER, I had to say "I don't know." My mom was flabbergasted, because I'm Mama Janna and everyone comes to me for advice on everything. However, I know NOTHING about what is going on right now. The lack of knowledge is probably why I'm most terrified, but I just didn't think I'd ever need to know it. Speaking of which...I'll take every tip and bit of advice you can come up with. Don't be shy now!