How far along: 35w1d
Total weight gain: 27lbs
Size and growth of the baby: about 5 1/4 lbs. & over 18 inches long
DOCTOR'S NOTES: He anticipates the baby to be around 7lbs [which is reassuring]. On a disappointing note I show no progress of going into labor anytime soon!
From my weekly email: Because it's so snug in your womb, [s]he isn't likely to be doing somersaults anymore, but the number of times [s]he kicks should remain about the same. His/her kidneys are fully developed now, and the liver can process some waste products. Most of the basic physical development is now complete – [s]he'll spend the next few weeks putting on weight.
Sex: more people are starting to guess boy which is a big change...overall everyone still thinks girl though.
Maternity clothes: Almost always. Purchased another pair of [dark] maternity jeans and bought a lounge outfit for at the hospital last week.
Sex: more people are starting to guess boy which is a big change...overall everyone still thinks girl though.
Maternity clothes: Almost always. Purchased another pair of [dark] maternity jeans and bought a lounge outfit for at the hospital last week.
Sleep: not great... lots of potty breaks and [slooowly] flipping sides. I'm wide awake [but still tired!] after about 5 hours of sleep. I suppose this is preparing me for being up all night!
Best moment(s) of the week: hearing the heartbeat and knowing that the dreaded Strep B test is OVER! :) Oh and the diaper bag has arrived!! :)
Movement: yes...not a lot of room for movement, but I still feel some.
Food cravings/aversions: Nothing specific...I feel like I graze more because I can't eat a lot at one time.
Symptoms: still lots of back & pelvic pain...my ankles started swelling this week [fun stuff!]
Belly button in or out: almost flat, but I think it will stay in
What I miss: sitting up and rolling over quickly [painlessly!]
What I'm looking forward to: finishing up the nursery!
