Weekly Update- 37 weeks

8/15/16 - 8/21/15

Size of baby: Swiss Chard- At this point he weighs 6 1/3 pounds and measures a bit over 19 inches, head to heel

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 34 pounds so I gained a pound in a week which is what is expected. Looks like I will gain about the same as I did with Hunter. 

Maternity Clothes: Even my maternity clothes are starting to get tight.

Sex: Boy #2

Movement: Good movement throughout the day, a lot more hiccups. Most painful between 8-10pm. 

What I miss: trying to not miss anything and enjoy these last couple weeks/days.

Sleep: once I get comfortable I actually sleep really well. Up every 2 hours or so to pee. 

Symptoms: Still a lot of contractions, mostly at night. Some cramping and overall discomfort. Heartburn when I eat tomato sauce/pizza.

Cravings: sweets and carbs

Best Moment this week: Finishing the bathroom reno and the nursery! Just need to hang the letters for his name but won't do that until after he's here since we are keeping the name a surprise. 

What I am looking forward to: Trying to relax some before he arrives now that all the big stuff is taken care of. Just need to get the cleaning ladies to come one last time for another good deep clean. 

Weekly Update- 36 weeks

8/8/16 - 8/14/16

Size of baby: Head of Romaine Lettuce- He is still packing on the pounds – at the rate of about an ounce a day. He now weighs almost 6 pounds and is more than 18 1/2 inches long

Total Weight Gain/Loss: as of my last appointment about 33 pounds. I gained 37 with Hunter so it looks like I will be right around the same amount. 

Maternity Clothes: All maternity and maxi dresses

Sex: Boy #2

Movement: Still likes to party at night. He was kicking during my last appointment and my doctor commented on how what good movement he has. 

What I miss: not constantly sweating, we have a heat wave right now. Also, not constantly being uncomfortable. 

Sleep: better for the past week but it still takes a bit of time to get comfortable. 

Symptoms: A LOT of BH contractions, lower back ache, some cramps and nausea

Cravings: fajitas and still sweets

Best Moment this week: Setting a date for my repeat Csection unless he comes on his own before then (which is the hope!) and my baby shower which was really nice and we got the remainder of the items we needed.  

What I am looking forward to: Meeting this little boy and seeing Hunter with his little brother. 

Weekly Update- 35 weeks

8/1/16 - 8/7/16

Size of baby: Honeydew Melon- .Because it's so snug in your womb, he isn't likely to be doing somersaults anymore, but the number of times he kicks should remain about the same. His kidneys are fully developed now, and his liver can process some waste products. Most of his basic physical development is now complete. 

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I think around 30 pounds, will find out at my next appointment. 

Maternity Clothes: All maternity and maxi dresses

Sex: Boy #2

Movement: He's not moving quite as much due to limited space but still the most active in the evening. 

What I miss: sleeping on my stomach and being able to get comfortable at night.

Sleep: once I get comfortable I'm fine minus getting up to pee every 2 hours. 

Symptoms: I had really bad heartburn for a couple of days and finally took some Zantac which helped. The BH contractions are getting more frequent and uncomfortable and lower back pain. I can't really wear my wedding/engagement ring anymore, they are very tight so I've been wearing my fake wedding band I used when pregnant with Hunter. 

Cravings: baked goods

Best Moment this week: Did a lot of nesting over the weekend, made some freezer meals and cleaned the house, pulled out Hunter's old carseat, a lot more progress so if he were to come early I would feel a bit more prepared. 

What I am looking forward to: My shower this weekend, I already know of a few fun gifts we will be getting and looking forward to seeing family and friends. 

Weekly Update- 34 weeks

7/25/16 - 7/31/16

Size of baby: Cantaloupe- the baby now weighs about 4 3/4 pounds and is almost 18 inches long. Her fat layers – which will help regulate his body temperature once he's born – are filling him out, making him rounder. His skin is also smoother than ever. 

Total Weight Gain/Loss: As of my doctor appointment about 28 pounds. However, my belly is measuring the same as two weeks ago so I guess the 3 pounds I gained in two weeks went to my ass. 

Maternity Clothes: My wardrobe is getting limited even maternity clothes are getting tight! 

Sex: Boy #2

Movement: He's most active at night between 8-10pm and if I wake up to use to the bathroom. He likes to sleep more during the day so this will be fun once he's born. 

What I miss: not being constantly uncomfortable all the time.

Sleep: hit or miss, either great or terrible.

Symptoms: heartburn has started which I didn't really get with Hunter. And still having lots of BH contractions. 

Cravings: bagels with cheese

Best Moment this week: The nursery is 90% done, just waiting on some etsy prints to come so I can hang them and finish the wall decor. 

What I am looking forward to: Getting the boys bathroom renovated which wasn't something we planned to do but thanks to a plumbing issue needs to be done ASAP. Not really looking forward to spending the money however.