31 Weeks!

The second week in 2014 has gone by, and it's really made me sit back and reflect a little.  I can't believe it was only 2 1/2 years ago that I met Steve, and now, we're happier than ever and about to have a baby!  I'm so excited for this year, even though I'm nervous about some things (like finances of course!).  But I feel sooooo blessed by God to be given such an incredible husband who spends everyday trying to take care of and please me, and this little baby boy, who I just can't wait to meet!  I think the thing that drives me crazy the most is not knowing when he's coming, and not knowing what he's going to look like - one of life's great surprises!

Here's an attempt at a self-timed picture of us this week lol

I had an appointment with my midwife this week.  Everything looks fine.  The one thing I thought was odd was that I measured again at 29 weeks, the same as 2 weeks ago.  She's not concerned though, says it's completely normal to measure up to 3 weeks ahead or behind.  It sure feels like he's growing a lot!  I talked to her about how I've been having heart palpitations, sometimes a few times a day.  It feels like my heart just starts racing, and it's usually when I'm just doing my normal business of the day.  She said it could be normal, but she is going to set me up with a Cardio consult just in case.

I got some bad leg cramps this week, one of them that ended up hurting for 4 days afterwards.  I started making sure to eat 2 bananas a day, and make sure I'm having plenty of calcium too, which seems to be helping.

Steve designed our baby shower invitation!  I love it!  I'm trying to hand them out, but it's hard to see everyone, so if I haven't gotten it to you, please consider yourself invited!  It's graciously being hosted by my Stepmom (Pam), my sisters (Amanda and Alisa), and my friends, India and Freya Pickett.

Zane should measure about 16 inches this week, and weigh about 3 1/3 pounds!  Now that's he's getting so long, his growth will more likely be seen in his weight over the next few weeks.  His irises can now dilate and contract in response to light.  His skin should no longer be translucent, but instead have the newborn-pink glow.  

Here's me at 31 weeks:

How far along?  31 Weeks

Maternity clothes?  Yes, they are so comfy!

Total Weight Gain:  Actually lost 2 pounds this week, which astounds me seeing as I feel like all I do is eat and sleep.  So down 2 pounds from pre-pregnancy weight.

Sleep:  Leg cramps, getting up to pee every couple hours, trying to get comfortable, trying to breathe, lol - sleep is fun

Best moment this week:  Even though it's not the most fun, sometimes Zane wakes me up in the middle of the night, and I have a hard time getting back to sleep for about an hour or so, while he's bouncing off the walls.  So usually, I either play on my phone or read a book, but honestly, I still find it amazing to feel him moving around so much, I love it!

Miss Anything?  Caffeine - wish I had more energy this week!

Movement:  Such an active little boy!  

Food cravings:  Orange juice

Anything making you queasy or sick:  Not really this week

Any other symptoms?  Heartburn, heart palpitations, fatigue, cramps, being uncomfortable all the time lol

Have you started to show yet:  Yes!

Gender prediction:  Boy! 

Labor Signs:  Nope!

Belly Button in or out?   In

Wedding rings on or off?  On, no swelling yet!

Happy or Moody most of the time:  Happy!  Counting down the days until I get to meet the little guy!

Looking forward to:  My baby shower!