So, I met with the cardiologist again this week. He said all my tests came back normal, but the heart palpitations that were recorded on my monitor were definitely something to keep an eye on. I seem to be having them quite frequently in the mornings, and I have some extra heartbeats as well. As of right now, he says that it's probably just the way my body is responding to the pregnancy - it's taking a lot of extra work to move my blood around and that's how it's compensating. But he is having me wear the monitor for another week to get some more recordings.
I also had another appointment with my midwife. My blood pressure was a little high, but after explaining that I'd had a very stressful day at work, she wasn't too worried about it. I measured at 33 weeks, which is perfect! I also met with Kim Reed, who will be doing Zane's 48-hour photography session in the hospital (about a day or so after he's born). I'm excited to work with her! You can check out some of her work here: https://www.facebook.com/throughthereedsphotography
I've been feeling Zane get the hiccups a lot this week! It happens at least a couple times a day, and it's a funny little popping, rhythmic feeling.
Best part about this week?! My baby shower! My friends India and Freya graciously hosted the shower at their beautiful home. And my sisters and stepmom stepped in to help bring food, games, and decorations! Alisa did a great job at planning some fun games, including the dreaded baby food tasting guessing game! It was beautiful, and it was so nice having everyone together to celebrate this baby boy! Thank you so much to everyone who was able to come, and thank you for all the gifts!
Zane should be measuring around 17 inches long this week, and weigh about 4.5 pounds! At this point, the amniotic fluid surrounding him should reach it's highest amount, and should stay about the same until he's born. His bones are hardening more this week, which mean he needs lots of calcium!
Here's me at 33 weeks - I wanted to take one with my jacket off, but my camera died!
How far along? 33 Weeks
Maternity clothes? All the time
Total Weight Gain: Lost 1.5 pounds this week, putting me at .5 pounds above my pre-pregnancy weight
Sleep: Trying to get comfortable most of the night, and having to get up to use the bathroom a few times
Best moment this week: Being blessed by my family and friends at our baby shower
Miss Anything? Cold turkey sandwiches, energy drinks
Movement: He was quite active a few days this week - a few times where I was begging him to stop moving to give my insides a break - it felt like they were bruised!
Food cravings: Fruity pebbles!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Random smells - our downstairs neighbor cooks in her crockpot most days, and whatever she's cooking usually smells nasty.
Any other symptoms? Palpitations, hungry all the time, general uncomfortableness
Have you started to show yet: Yup!
Gender prediction: It's a boy!
Labor Signs: Getting braxton hicks here and there - it's a little different everytime as to where I get them, and how strong they are, but they never feel good!
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Looking forward to: Meeting with our doula this week
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