How far along: 28 weeks- welcome third trimester
How big is baby: He's about 2 1/4 pounds and is about 14.8 inches.
Total weight gain: It's probably about 5-6 pounds if not more now. I don't feel like I'm eating any more than I usually do and I am exercising more so I guess it was time for him to grow a lot. I'm sure that will make the doctor happy!
Maternity clothes: I'm growing, but because my winter clothes are a little bigger I can still wear them. I actually have worn my cudleduds under my pants (a feat indeed) and shirts recently so that helped keep me warm on our hikes up mountains. Elastic athletic pants are my favorite thing to wear on hikes this week but I do wear my jeans when going out in public- with the Beband bellyband of course.
Cravings: I haven't been drinking a ton of water because of traveling, so I keep having times where I realized I am dehydrated. I've also been without fruit recently, so when I am near it I devour it.
Sleep: I'm sleeping quite well. I'm getting lots of hours of sleep (other than from Jeremy coughing- he exiled himself to the couch for two nights so as not to keep me up) and I'm not waking up to go to the bathroom, which always makes me feel like my night was a success. My back has been hurting a little and my legs get tired of laying on top of the other when I sleep on my side but I'm sleeping so that's the good thing.
Movement: He is moving more and more.
Best moment this week: Feeling the baby move after thinking I had hurt him after I fell or climbed up the side of a mountain.
What I miss: The ability of doing things without having to worry about potentially hurting the baby. Jeremy and I constantly think about making sure everything is "safe" for me when sometimes I just long to be free to do whatever.
What I am looking forward to: Our continued adventures in NZ, a little warmer weather on the north island, and the time away with just Jeremy on our little trip. I know that's not really pregnancy related, but this trip is our last getaway before the baby so we are making the most of it. I now have to start looking for a new longterm sub because the one I had secured got a job, so I am praying that I can find someone that's great. I am excited about next week as we travel home and get the nursery ready. Our house will be completely different when we get home because we had some carpet removed and more hardwoods put in.
Pregnancy rant: My hiking isn't the best these days. I'm breathing for two (instead of eating for two) while going up mountains and some of the easier things seem to be super challenging to me. For instance, going up steps or going up a little hill shouldn't be that complicated but it wears my legs out quickly. I've been kind of down about not being able to keep the pace of everyone else while, and I feel bad when people have to wait on me. It seems ridiculous when I have to stop every few minutes to rest, but I totally understand that #1 I'm 28 weeks pregnant and #2 I'm out of shape because I haven't done much in the post fee months when it comes to exercising. Either way, I want to be a superhero and be able to complete the hike and I have to remember that it's okay to be a little slow. I fell down twice this week while on hikes. Once was almost in some cow manure and the other was on a rock and Morgan's foot. My tailbone hurts still, but it's not that bad. We were chased by a seal and had to scale a cliff too, so at least I can I am still able to do some things right?!
Weekly Update: July 13-19
How far along: 29 weeks
How big is baby: He's about 2 1/2 pounds and is about 15 inches.
Total weight gain: It's probably about 6-10 pounds. We will find out next week when we go to the doctor. Milestone: My belly is bigger than my chest now, so I'm sure I've gained some more on this trip.
Maternity clothes: Yes and no like always and the shirts depend on my mood.
Cravings: I haven't really wanted anything. I am okay if I have sweets, but still haven't been craving them.
Movement: He is moving more and more.
Best moment this week: Feeling the baby move after thinking I had hurt him after I fell or climbed up the side of a mountain.
What I miss: The ability of doing things without having to worry about potentially hurting the baby. Jeremy and I constantly think about making sure everything is "safe" for me when sometimes I just long to be free to do whatever.
What I am looking forward to: Our continued adventures in NZ, a little warmer weather on the north island, and the time away with just Jeremy on our little trip. I know that's not really pregnancy related, but this trip is our last getaway before the baby so we are making the most of it. I now have to start looking for a new longterm sub because the one I had secured got a job, so I am praying that I can find someone that's great. I am excited about next week as we travel home and get the nursery ready. Our house will be completely different when we get home because we had some carpet removed and more hardwoods put in.
Pregnancy rant: My hiking isn't the best these days. I'm breathing for two (instead of eating for two) while going up mountains and some of the easier things seem to be super challenging to me. For instance, going up steps or going up a little hill shouldn't be that complicated but it wears my legs out quickly. I've been kind of down about not being able to keep the pace of everyone else while, and I feel bad when people have to wait on me. It seems ridiculous when I have to stop every few minutes to rest, but I totally understand that #1 I'm 28 weeks pregnant and #2 I'm out of shape because I haven't done much in the post fee months when it comes to exercising. Either way, I want to be a superhero and be able to complete the hike and I have to remember that it's okay to be a little slow. I fell down twice this week while on hikes. Once was almost in some cow manure and the other was on a rock and Morgan's foot. My tailbone hurts still, but it's not that bad. We were chased by a seal and had to scale a cliff too, so at least I can I am still able to do some things right?!
Weekly Update: July 13-19
How far along: 29 weeks
How big is baby: He's about 2 1/2 pounds and is about 15 inches.
Total weight gain: It's probably about 6-10 pounds. We will find out next week when we go to the doctor. Milestone: My belly is bigger than my chest now, so I'm sure I've gained some more on this trip.
Maternity clothes: Yes and no like always and the shirts depend on my mood.
Cravings: I haven't really wanted anything. I am okay if I have sweets, but still haven't been craving them.
Sleep: I have been sleeping pretty well. The plane rides were a little rough but once I got semi-comfortable I was able to fall asleep for a little bit.
Movement: He seems to be moving more. I can tell he's getting bigger too.
Best moment this week: My second shower- The McBryar side.
What I miss: The ability to walk through narrow places without hitting things with my belly. Every time I walked down the aisle to the bathroom on a plane I accidentally hit someone in the arm so I started scooting sideways. Then when I would get to the bathroom I had to squeeze in. Bathroom doors have hit me numerous times over the past few weeks.
What I am looking forward to: Our doctors appointment next week!
Pregnancy rant: My feet are disappearing beneath my growing belly. It's getting harder to get out of bed, shave, and lift my legs to put on socks still too. I have to do a little fish flop/roll to get up. My back is hurting more these days too.
Weekly Update: July 20-26
How far along: 30 weeks
How big is baby: He's about 3 pounds and is about 15.7 inches (according to Babycenter)... He's actually measuring about 4 pounds per the doctor. His foot was about 2 1/2 inches long! He's going to be a big boy.
Total weight gain: Congrats to me, I gained some weight. I've gained almost 10 pounds.
Maternity clothes: Yes and no like always. I'm really think I'm beginning to show more. I had a lady ask me when I was due while shopping the other day.
Cravings: Water. Cold. Water.
Movement: He seems to be moving more. I can tell he's getting bigger too.
Best moment this week: My second shower- The McBryar side.
What I miss: The ability to walk through narrow places without hitting things with my belly. Every time I walked down the aisle to the bathroom on a plane I accidentally hit someone in the arm so I started scooting sideways. Then when I would get to the bathroom I had to squeeze in. Bathroom doors have hit me numerous times over the past few weeks.
What I am looking forward to: Our doctors appointment next week!
Pregnancy rant: My feet are disappearing beneath my growing belly. It's getting harder to get out of bed, shave, and lift my legs to put on socks still too. I have to do a little fish flop/roll to get up. My back is hurting more these days too.
Weekly Update: July 20-26
How far along: 30 weeks
How big is baby: He's about 3 pounds and is about 15.7 inches (according to Babycenter)... He's actually measuring about 4 pounds per the doctor. His foot was about 2 1/2 inches long! He's going to be a big boy.
Total weight gain: Congrats to me, I gained some weight. I've gained almost 10 pounds.
Maternity clothes: Yes and no like always. I'm really think I'm beginning to show more. I had a lady ask me when I was due while shopping the other day.
Cravings: Water. Cold. Water.
Sleep: is few and far between. It's been rough adjusting to the time difference (16 hours) between here and New Zealand. The jet lag has been AWFUL. I am up for hours every night tossing and turning. I'm thankful if I get a few hours.
Movement: He is so confused with sleep and play time (like me). The doctor says he has plenty of room to grow, but I feel as if he's running out of room already.
Best moment this week: My mom and Cindy getting to come to the doctor with us and seeing this sweet boy. Cindy also painted the bathroom for us. We even did LOTS of research and shopping this week (hours upon hours), but we finally got a crib and dresser (technically during next week-Sunday). It was a long and arduous process.
What I miss: The ability to sleep soundly. I did so well in New Zealand. I need to get my body back on this time or school is going to be hard.
What I am looking forward to: Getting back in the school routine again. I am sure school will wear me out and maybe that will help me sleep again.
Pregnancy rant: The baby furniture industry is ridiculous. There's no reason you should have to spend $100 on a rail for the side of the crib. There's no reason for a bed to cost over a few hundred dollars. There's no reason that just a crib and dresser should cost more than an entire master bedroom set. There's just no reason for it. There's no reason the furniture should cost well over $1000 for two pieces of furniture. It just seems crazy! This week we went to Ikea and Babies-R-Us twice. We went to Target and Georgia Baby once. We went to the Buford Costco twice and then daddy and Jeremy made a trip to the one in Brookhaven. We did all kinds of research online. We watched videos and did all kinds of research. All of that, just for a piece of furniture. It was for a piece of furniture that would ease my mind a little bit though. PHEW.
Weekly Update: July 27-August 2
How far along: 31 weeks
How big is baby: He's probably a little over 4 pounds and about 16 inches long.
Total weight gain: I don't think I've gained much more since I've been back, so it's probably about 8-10 still. We will find out again next week at the doctor though.
Maternity clothes: For the most part I am because it's the start of school and I have some maternity dresses and skirts that I'm wearing.
Cravings: Nope.
Movement: He is so confused with sleep and play time (like me). The doctor says he has plenty of room to grow, but I feel as if he's running out of room already.
Best moment this week: My mom and Cindy getting to come to the doctor with us and seeing this sweet boy. Cindy also painted the bathroom for us. We even did LOTS of research and shopping this week (hours upon hours), but we finally got a crib and dresser (technically during next week-Sunday). It was a long and arduous process.
What I miss: The ability to sleep soundly. I did so well in New Zealand. I need to get my body back on this time or school is going to be hard.
What I am looking forward to: Getting back in the school routine again. I am sure school will wear me out and maybe that will help me sleep again.
Pregnancy rant: The baby furniture industry is ridiculous. There's no reason you should have to spend $100 on a rail for the side of the crib. There's no reason for a bed to cost over a few hundred dollars. There's no reason that just a crib and dresser should cost more than an entire master bedroom set. There's just no reason for it. There's no reason the furniture should cost well over $1000 for two pieces of furniture. It just seems crazy! This week we went to Ikea and Babies-R-Us twice. We went to Target and Georgia Baby once. We went to the Buford Costco twice and then daddy and Jeremy made a trip to the one in Brookhaven. We did all kinds of research online. We watched videos and did all kinds of research. All of that, just for a piece of furniture. It was for a piece of furniture that would ease my mind a little bit though. PHEW.
Weekly Update: July 27-August 2
How far along: 31 weeks
How big is baby: He's probably a little over 4 pounds and about 16 inches long.
Total weight gain: I don't think I've gained much more since I've been back, so it's probably about 8-10 still. We will find out again next week at the doctor though.
Maternity clothes: For the most part I am because it's the start of school and I have some maternity dresses and skirts that I'm wearing.
Cravings: Nope.
Sleep: I have been SO exhausted from walking all day and expending my energy with people or students that I have been sleeping like a rock. I haven't been waking up at all. Yay for no more jet lag!
Movement: He is still moving here and there. There are times it feels like my stomach is a washing machine and it makes me feel badly, but other than that I love to feel him move.
Best moment this week: Seeing people at school and having them get so excited about my belly. Putting all the furniture together and coming home each day to new things in the nursery/bathroom because Cindy was decorating and cleaning our house this week. It made my week! She was helping get ready for the shower. It definitely helps put my mind at ease about things having the furniture.
What I miss: The ability to sleep late as I want now that school started.
What I am looking forward to: Our 3rd shower tomorrow and doctors appointment Monday!
Pregnancy rant: My leg got a charlie horse in it. OH IT HURT! Due to my inability to sit up quickly I had to ask Jeremy to help massage it out. It hurt for a few days.
Weekly Update: August 3-9
How far along: 32 weeks
How big is baby: He's probably a little over 4 pounds and about 16 inches long.
Total weight gain: I stayed about the same since I went to the doctor last. I hit a strange number that I don't really ever recall seeing on a scale before though. Maybe it's because I never weigh myself.
Maternity clothes: Funny story... I have been in the mood to wear my normal school clothes, so this week I wore some of my regular clothes (dresses and skirts as well as shirts of course b/c I couldn't zip up any capris these days) to school. My math counterpart (Kellie) asks me every day, "Are those maternity or regular clothes?" Sometimes I make her guess first. One of my students said, "I think you are getting bigger every day!" It probably has to do with what I wear some days, but I agreed and told her the baby was growing every day.
Cravings: Nope. I have eaten a few more desserts lately because they've been around. I am eating egg sandwiches for breakfast to hold me over each day. I'm still loving bananas.
Movement: He is still moving here and there. There are times it feels like my stomach is a washing machine and it makes me feel badly, but other than that I love to feel him move.
Best moment this week: Seeing people at school and having them get so excited about my belly. Putting all the furniture together and coming home each day to new things in the nursery/bathroom because Cindy was decorating and cleaning our house this week. It made my week! She was helping get ready for the shower. It definitely helps put my mind at ease about things having the furniture.
What I miss: The ability to sleep late as I want now that school started.
What I am looking forward to: Our 3rd shower tomorrow and doctors appointment Monday!
Pregnancy rant: My leg got a charlie horse in it. OH IT HURT! Due to my inability to sit up quickly I had to ask Jeremy to help massage it out. It hurt for a few days.
Weekly Update: August 3-9
How far along: 32 weeks
How big is baby: He's probably a little over 4 pounds and about 16 inches long.
Total weight gain: I stayed about the same since I went to the doctor last. I hit a strange number that I don't really ever recall seeing on a scale before though. Maybe it's because I never weigh myself.
Maternity clothes: Funny story... I have been in the mood to wear my normal school clothes, so this week I wore some of my regular clothes (dresses and skirts as well as shirts of course b/c I couldn't zip up any capris these days) to school. My math counterpart (Kellie) asks me every day, "Are those maternity or regular clothes?" Sometimes I make her guess first. One of my students said, "I think you are getting bigger every day!" It probably has to do with what I wear some days, but I agreed and told her the baby was growing every day.
Cravings: Nope. I have eaten a few more desserts lately because they've been around. I am eating egg sandwiches for breakfast to hold me over each day. I'm still loving bananas.
Sleep: I am staying up later than I did back in the spring but still going to sleep before 11. Sometimes I'll go to bed in the 9 o'clock hour while other days I'm going to bed in the 10 o'clock hour because I get involved in writing thank you notes, parent letters, or working on stuff to get ahead at school. Due to teaching all day and the above things, I'm always exhausted when I get into bed that I fall right to sleep. I don't wake up until right before the alarm goes off either. I love not having to get up to use the bathroom.
Movement: Wow, is he moving a lot. He's been moving a lot more during the day. Well, I guess I'm feeling him move even more now because he doesn't have a TON of room anymore. He started moving a lot more on Monday and has continued to move here and there. I had a coworker feel him the other day and she said it was the first time she had ever felt a baby move. I love it that I could share that first with her!
Best moment this week: I have a few this week... I love feeling him move all the time. I always love my doctors appointments (heartbeat check this week- he said I was all belly). I felt so special at the family shower on Sunday too. Okay, one more.... I had a previous student bring me a gift full of baby things. It was so sweet. I gave her 3 hugs because I was so excited. And here is a story from the week..I had a student come up to me and put her arm on me and ask, "Are you okay?" I looked at her with a strange face (I'm sure) and I said, "Yes, why?" She said, "You were moving a lot today!" I told her that I always move like that when I teach since they are just now getting to know me. She said, "Okay, well be careful!" It was the cutest thing!!!!
What I miss: That's a tough question this week. I guess I miss my friends and swimming because everything has been going 100+ mph lately.
What I am looking forward to: This is really weird because I'm looking forward to my birthday in terms of it being the last birthday without a child, but then I'm actually not looking forward to being 30, so I'm torn about even wanting to celebrate this year. If you know me, I am a celebrating QUEEN so this is really sad for me. I hope I want some desserts on my b-day too or that wouldn't be fun.
Pregnancy rant: My leg has been doing this strange thing lately where it will cramp up when I start walking. It's only the right leg too, so it's weird and as if I have a pinched nerve. My back has been hurting a lot more too. I guess it's to be expected though when you have more weight on the front. I'm trying to wear good shoes to school even if they aren't what shoes I would normally wear just so I keep myself from being miserable all day. People have gotten onto me multiple times this week for carrying things too. I carry what I have to carry to make my life sane. I can't go around asking people to carry things for me all the time. I mean I could, but I'd have to have a shadow because I'm constantly doing this and that. I have been good about getting others to help me though, which is a surprise to many I'm sure. Here's one more thing... I keep forgetting I'm not as small as I used to be. I keep running into things with my stomach because I'm not used to it. I had a student run into me while I was standing in my doorway. I even got a little stuck trying to go through the space between a pole in our media center and the bookcase. Eh, I guess I will get used to it.
Weekly Update: August 10-16
How far along: 33 weeks
How big is baby: He's supposed to be over 4 pounds and about 17 inches long (like a pineapple). He's probably more than that though.
Total weight gain: I have probably gained a little over 10 pounds now. I will find out Monday at the doctor though.
Maternity clothes: I have been wearing my normal clothes, but someone said something to me about having to get new clothes afterwards because of stretching them out. I have tried to wear more of the maternity clothes I'm borrowing from friends. I still have only bought a few things myself though so my wardrobe is a little limited. I'm not used to that because I usually don't wear the same thing more than once for quite some ways through the beginning of school. Oh well. I'm embracing the situation. This week I definitely grew a lot. One student said, "I can tell you are getting bigger every day!" My feet aren't swelling from being on them all day still but they definitely hurt after wearing "not so supportive" shoes, aka my cute shoes.
Cravings: Since this week was my birthday, yep the big 3-0, I found myself constantly coming in contact with sweets. I did eat them but there were others that I passed up. I still find it hard to believe that I don't LOVE sweets. I love cold fruit still and one of my favorite things this week was having a bowl of fruit left on my doorstep for my birthday from my friend Cindy! I wanted to devour it all in one sitting, but I rationed it through the week and enjoyed it each day at lunch and after school for a snack. Oh it was delicious!!!!! Thanks Cindy!
Sleep: I have been sleeping really well lately because I have been so exhausted. I hit the pillow and am out. I wake up to the alarm or right before it, but don't really want to get up so I wait until Jeremy jiggles me to wake up.
Movement: Wow, is he moving a lot. He's been moving a lot more during the day. Well, I guess I'm feeling him move even more now because he doesn't have a TON of room anymore. He started moving a lot more on Monday and has continued to move here and there. I had a coworker feel him the other day and she said it was the first time she had ever felt a baby move. I love it that I could share that first with her!
Best moment this week: I have a few this week... I love feeling him move all the time. I always love my doctors appointments (heartbeat check this week- he said I was all belly). I felt so special at the family shower on Sunday too. Okay, one more.... I had a previous student bring me a gift full of baby things. It was so sweet. I gave her 3 hugs because I was so excited. And here is a story from the week..I had a student come up to me and put her arm on me and ask, "Are you okay?" I looked at her with a strange face (I'm sure) and I said, "Yes, why?" She said, "You were moving a lot today!" I told her that I always move like that when I teach since they are just now getting to know me. She said, "Okay, well be careful!" It was the cutest thing!!!!
What I miss: That's a tough question this week. I guess I miss my friends and swimming because everything has been going 100+ mph lately.
What I am looking forward to: This is really weird because I'm looking forward to my birthday in terms of it being the last birthday without a child, but then I'm actually not looking forward to being 30, so I'm torn about even wanting to celebrate this year. If you know me, I am a celebrating QUEEN so this is really sad for me. I hope I want some desserts on my b-day too or that wouldn't be fun.
Pregnancy rant: My leg has been doing this strange thing lately where it will cramp up when I start walking. It's only the right leg too, so it's weird and as if I have a pinched nerve. My back has been hurting a lot more too. I guess it's to be expected though when you have more weight on the front. I'm trying to wear good shoes to school even if they aren't what shoes I would normally wear just so I keep myself from being miserable all day. People have gotten onto me multiple times this week for carrying things too. I carry what I have to carry to make my life sane. I can't go around asking people to carry things for me all the time. I mean I could, but I'd have to have a shadow because I'm constantly doing this and that. I have been good about getting others to help me though, which is a surprise to many I'm sure. Here's one more thing... I keep forgetting I'm not as small as I used to be. I keep running into things with my stomach because I'm not used to it. I had a student run into me while I was standing in my doorway. I even got a little stuck trying to go through the space between a pole in our media center and the bookcase. Eh, I guess I will get used to it.
Weekly Update: August 10-16
How far along: 33 weeks
How big is baby: He's supposed to be over 4 pounds and about 17 inches long (like a pineapple). He's probably more than that though.
Total weight gain: I have probably gained a little over 10 pounds now. I will find out Monday at the doctor though.
Maternity clothes: I have been wearing my normal clothes, but someone said something to me about having to get new clothes afterwards because of stretching them out. I have tried to wear more of the maternity clothes I'm borrowing from friends. I still have only bought a few things myself though so my wardrobe is a little limited. I'm not used to that because I usually don't wear the same thing more than once for quite some ways through the beginning of school. Oh well. I'm embracing the situation. This week I definitely grew a lot. One student said, "I can tell you are getting bigger every day!" My feet aren't swelling from being on them all day still but they definitely hurt after wearing "not so supportive" shoes, aka my cute shoes.
Cravings: Since this week was my birthday, yep the big 3-0, I found myself constantly coming in contact with sweets. I did eat them but there were others that I passed up. I still find it hard to believe that I don't LOVE sweets. I love cold fruit still and one of my favorite things this week was having a bowl of fruit left on my doorstep for my birthday from my friend Cindy! I wanted to devour it all in one sitting, but I rationed it through the week and enjoyed it each day at lunch and after school for a snack. Oh it was delicious!!!!! Thanks Cindy!
Sleep: I have been sleeping really well lately because I have been so exhausted. I hit the pillow and am out. I wake up to the alarm or right before it, but don't really want to get up so I wait until Jeremy jiggles me to wake up.
Movement: He is moving like a wild man! He's turning flips and kicking/jabbing in all different places. My stomach has been in some odd shapes lately too because of the movement. One day I sent Jeremy a picture of my lopsided belly.
Best moment this week: The compliments I have gotten recently from people at school, friends, and family have been so wonderful. On Friday, I went to the pool for family swim and Martha and Hannah gave us a car seat, some bottles, a shampoo rinser, and some Butt Paste. I was SOOOOO excited. Martha said she went to 3 different Targets trying to find the car seat. Aside from those things, I had a great birthday. I felt very loved. Beth and Amber gave me a giftcard to get a prenatal massage. I also had a few "surprise" b-day dinners and Menchies dates with family/friends which made me feel special (my b-day we went to The Last Resort with Amber, Trey, Beth, Tony, and Kellie and on Friday night we went to Chuy's with Katherine and Josh) (Menchies for Micah's b-day with the Robinsons and then on my b-day with Amber and Kellie). The 6th grade teachers have kept me out of the loop all week about the upcoming shower this next week. They won't let me do anything even though I'm on the Sunshine committee. They are too sweet.
What I miss: The ability to not get out of breath so easily. I was walking out to recess this week and had to cut across the grass just because I couldn't fathom walking all the way around the sidewalk. However, the humidity and temperature may have a little to do with this though too.
What I am looking forward to: The doctor's appointment on Monday as well as my school shower on Wednesday.
Pregnancy rant: When people have babies in most professions, the employers have to just do without the person for a while after they have the baby or they hire a temp. The employees don't always have to find a replacement for themselves though. Sometimes other people pick up their work for a while or the work just waits on them to return. However, in my field of work, this could not be done. It would be quite a sight if the above happened. If I just left my work to others, that would mean other classes would be overflowing with students or that the students wouldn't get taught the math. This would also mean others would be overloaded with papers to grade or that the students would be sitting idle until I returned. Although I find humor in thinking about how this would never work in a school setting, I totally understand the need for a substitute. In math we talk about "substitute" in terms of filling in for something else. However, the person filling in is always different from the person who usually does the job. It's a person who may do things differently, have different values or expectations, and sometimes isn't as much of an expert at it since it's not his/her normal job. The person may have times of struggle and others around may have to help which makes them carry extra weight when a person is on leave. All this floods my mind. It scares me. It puts me on the edge of nervousness, but I know I have to trust whoever comes to replace me as well as trust that the Lord knows what will happen in the next few months. I had a person lined up to be my long term sub but she emailed while I was in New Zealand to tell me she got a job. Although I was excited for her to find a job, I was also bummed because no one else was math certified on our sub list. Finding a sub is already difficult, but I have found that finding a long term sub is even more difficult. There isn't a temp agency that you can call for a person to fill in for a teacher. It's a long process. Someone must go through the sub training AND be certified so my students still have a highly qualified teacher. There aren't a lot of stay at home moms who have teaching degrees who are fighting to come be a sub (especially in the subject of math). I've come to find out that most everyone who wanted a teaching job this year got one. Although that means the economy is doing better, it's frustrating. I've sent countless emails to people trying to find someone. The response of "I can't" is becoming disheartening. Maybe there is a retired math teacher who would want to come back to my class. hm... we will see. I'd love to have someone who loves students and math as I do. I know this rant is very specialized, but please keep this in your prayers. 1.) I love teaching and know it's going to be hard to give up control to someone else. 2.) I just want to find someone at this point who is certified and knows something about teaching because the time is ticking down. 3.) I just want the parents and students not to have to worry that learning won't be taking place...... 42 days until the due date and the sub training is this next week. Prayers please...
Weekly Update: August 17-23
How far along: 34 weeks
How big is baby: He's definitely getting bigger. Each day I notice myself getting bigger and slower!
Total weight gain: I went to the doctor this week and I'm up to about 13 pounds overall... Not too shabby.
Maternity clothes: For the most part I am wearing maternity clothes. I wear some regular pants still (of course they aren't buttoned). Someone made a comment to me recently about how wearing regular clothes through the pregnancy isn't that great because you stretch them out. Oh well. Many of my clothes are probably all stretched.
Cravings: Nothing other than cold fruit. I have eaten a ton of desserts recently because of birthdays and I'm so tired of them being around. I want to want them, but I don't. :(
Best moment this week: The compliments I have gotten recently from people at school, friends, and family have been so wonderful. On Friday, I went to the pool for family swim and Martha and Hannah gave us a car seat, some bottles, a shampoo rinser, and some Butt Paste. I was SOOOOO excited. Martha said she went to 3 different Targets trying to find the car seat. Aside from those things, I had a great birthday. I felt very loved. Beth and Amber gave me a giftcard to get a prenatal massage. I also had a few "surprise" b-day dinners and Menchies dates with family/friends which made me feel special (my b-day we went to The Last Resort with Amber, Trey, Beth, Tony, and Kellie and on Friday night we went to Chuy's with Katherine and Josh) (Menchies for Micah's b-day with the Robinsons and then on my b-day with Amber and Kellie). The 6th grade teachers have kept me out of the loop all week about the upcoming shower this next week. They won't let me do anything even though I'm on the Sunshine committee. They are too sweet.
What I miss: The ability to not get out of breath so easily. I was walking out to recess this week and had to cut across the grass just because I couldn't fathom walking all the way around the sidewalk. However, the humidity and temperature may have a little to do with this though too.
What I am looking forward to: The doctor's appointment on Monday as well as my school shower on Wednesday.
Pregnancy rant: When people have babies in most professions, the employers have to just do without the person for a while after they have the baby or they hire a temp. The employees don't always have to find a replacement for themselves though. Sometimes other people pick up their work for a while or the work just waits on them to return. However, in my field of work, this could not be done. It would be quite a sight if the above happened. If I just left my work to others, that would mean other classes would be overflowing with students or that the students wouldn't get taught the math. This would also mean others would be overloaded with papers to grade or that the students would be sitting idle until I returned. Although I find humor in thinking about how this would never work in a school setting, I totally understand the need for a substitute. In math we talk about "substitute" in terms of filling in for something else. However, the person filling in is always different from the person who usually does the job. It's a person who may do things differently, have different values or expectations, and sometimes isn't as much of an expert at it since it's not his/her normal job. The person may have times of struggle and others around may have to help which makes them carry extra weight when a person is on leave. All this floods my mind. It scares me. It puts me on the edge of nervousness, but I know I have to trust whoever comes to replace me as well as trust that the Lord knows what will happen in the next few months. I had a person lined up to be my long term sub but she emailed while I was in New Zealand to tell me she got a job. Although I was excited for her to find a job, I was also bummed because no one else was math certified on our sub list. Finding a sub is already difficult, but I have found that finding a long term sub is even more difficult. There isn't a temp agency that you can call for a person to fill in for a teacher. It's a long process. Someone must go through the sub training AND be certified so my students still have a highly qualified teacher. There aren't a lot of stay at home moms who have teaching degrees who are fighting to come be a sub (especially in the subject of math). I've come to find out that most everyone who wanted a teaching job this year got one. Although that means the economy is doing better, it's frustrating. I've sent countless emails to people trying to find someone. The response of "I can't" is becoming disheartening. Maybe there is a retired math teacher who would want to come back to my class. hm... we will see. I'd love to have someone who loves students and math as I do. I know this rant is very specialized, but please keep this in your prayers. 1.) I love teaching and know it's going to be hard to give up control to someone else. 2.) I just want to find someone at this point who is certified and knows something about teaching because the time is ticking down. 3.) I just want the parents and students not to have to worry that learning won't be taking place...... 42 days until the due date and the sub training is this next week. Prayers please...
Weekly Update: August 17-23
How far along: 34 weeks
How big is baby: He's definitely getting bigger. Each day I notice myself getting bigger and slower!
Total weight gain: I went to the doctor this week and I'm up to about 13 pounds overall... Not too shabby.
Maternity clothes: For the most part I am wearing maternity clothes. I wear some regular pants still (of course they aren't buttoned). Someone made a comment to me recently about how wearing regular clothes through the pregnancy isn't that great because you stretch them out. Oh well. Many of my clothes are probably all stretched.
Cravings: Nothing other than cold fruit. I have eaten a ton of desserts recently because of birthdays and I'm so tired of them being around. I want to want them, but I don't. :(
Sleep: I had some really good nights of sleep and then some not so great nights of sleep this week. I've had some pretty crazy dreams lately that have made me wake up. [One of the dreams was about Dr. Bowen becoming principal and then taking us all to a Braves game.] Other than that I will get up to go to the bathroom or try to get cool because I've been sweating during the night. I use my body pillow all the time. I would rather be laying down or standing than sitting because my back has been hurting a lot this week.
Movement: He is moving a lot. It's so wild to see my entire stomach move around.
Best moment this week: I had a great appointment on Monday. It's always fun to hear his heartbeat.We also had my school shower this week. I felt so loved. My 6th grade teachers got us a highchair. I was so excited. We also got a boppy, a bottle warmer for the car, a shopping cart cover, a few giftcards, books, and some other things. One of Jeremy's coworkers gave us three big boxes of baby clothes. That made my day!!! I was worried about him not having any clothes to wear.
What I miss: The ability to eat and not feel sick afterwards. I've been getting full so quickly and half the time I don't want to eat anything. He's taking up all the space!
What I am looking forward to: Amber and Beth gave me a gift certificate for a prenatal massage and I'm getting that tomorrow! YAHOO. I'm so excited because my right side has been hurting a lot. There are times where my right leg doesn't want to move because it's in pain. The pain starts in the middle of my back and continues all the way down. I hope the massage helps.
Pregnancy rant: My body is collapsing on me. I know the pain is probably going to get worse too, but it's definitely draining me to be in so much pain. My feet were swollen for the first time this week. One day it was even hard to get my ring on. I sure hope the massage helps with that.
Weekly Update: August 24-30
How far along: 35 weeks
How big is baby: He should be about 5 1/4 pounds and about 18 inches long. WOAH!!!! He's getting so big! I had 4 people in one day (on Wednesday) come up to me and tell me I had dropped. I can tell as well. I have woken up about 3 times each night to go to the bathroom. Phew.
Total weight gain: I'm probably up to 15-20.
Maternity clothes: Shirts of course, with regular skirts/capris/shorts.
Cravings: Not really. One day I wanted to want a dessert (brownie with ice cream) but then a few minutes later I wasn't as thrilled when the Great American Cookie Company employee gave Jeremy a free one (while I was in the bathroom). I didn't even eat it. :(
Movement: He is moving a lot. It's so wild to see my entire stomach move around.
Best moment this week: I had a great appointment on Monday. It's always fun to hear his heartbeat.We also had my school shower this week. I felt so loved. My 6th grade teachers got us a highchair. I was so excited. We also got a boppy, a bottle warmer for the car, a shopping cart cover, a few giftcards, books, and some other things. One of Jeremy's coworkers gave us three big boxes of baby clothes. That made my day!!! I was worried about him not having any clothes to wear.
What I miss: The ability to eat and not feel sick afterwards. I've been getting full so quickly and half the time I don't want to eat anything. He's taking up all the space!
What I am looking forward to: Amber and Beth gave me a gift certificate for a prenatal massage and I'm getting that tomorrow! YAHOO. I'm so excited because my right side has been hurting a lot. There are times where my right leg doesn't want to move because it's in pain. The pain starts in the middle of my back and continues all the way down. I hope the massage helps.
Pregnancy rant: My body is collapsing on me. I know the pain is probably going to get worse too, but it's definitely draining me to be in so much pain. My feet were swollen for the first time this week. One day it was even hard to get my ring on. I sure hope the massage helps with that.
Weekly Update: August 24-30
How far along: 35 weeks
How big is baby: He should be about 5 1/4 pounds and about 18 inches long. WOAH!!!! He's getting so big! I had 4 people in one day (on Wednesday) come up to me and tell me I had dropped. I can tell as well. I have woken up about 3 times each night to go to the bathroom. Phew.
Total weight gain: I'm probably up to 15-20.
Maternity clothes: Shirts of course, with regular skirts/capris/shorts.
Cravings: Not really. One day I wanted to want a dessert (brownie with ice cream) but then a few minutes later I wasn't as thrilled when the Great American Cookie Company employee gave Jeremy a free one (while I was in the bathroom). I didn't even eat it. :(
Sleep: Like I was saying earlier, I have been going to the bathroom quite a bit at night, so I'm not sleeping that well. I'm exhausted in the morning and give Jeremy a hard time as he tries to get me up. I groan. I say I don't want to go. Even though I know I won't go back to sleep if I lay in bed, I guess I just don't feel rested and that makes me sad. I sure do love sleep but sleeping all the way through the night is one of my favorite pastimes. I hope this little guy likes to sleep. I'm still having crazy dreams. A few of the most recent... getting upset at my kids for starting their timed test before it was time....getting upset at my kids for refusing to read in the mornings... the school catching on fire because of the cooking lab in FCS, but my students wouldn't leave my room.... Yeah, they are all school related.
Movement: Oh yes. My stomach has bulged in places that looked/felt weird. The movement across my stomach is also interesting. I can definitely feel more pressure and can tell he's getting bigger. He seems to be mostly out of room these days so he has to kick me to get me to move or give him attention.
Best moment this week: The massage was great. It really helped me. I've been trying to limit how much I do with my right hand (like not writing on the board as much) because that's one reason my right side is hurting. The swelling hasn't been bad either. I'm trying to sit more but my rings still fit and I don't have as many creases on my feet from my shoes as I did over the weekend.
What I miss: The view of my feet. I get to stare at my stomach if I look down. I also have been encouraged not to bend over as much because I will topple over! :) I'm so glad people are looking out for me.
What I am looking forward to: Going to the doctor next week and having a shower at Jeremy's school. It will be a busy week, but it will be fun.
Pregnancy rant: If I'm going to be outside in the heat, I want to be in the pool or in the shade! This weekend was like Memorial Day all over again where I was miserable. I've never been the person that would choose to be indoors over being outdoors, but with swollen feet and the sun beating down, I'd much rather be inside. I've had a hard time sitting for extended periods of time lately. I'd rather be standing up than sitting down. I'd also rather be laying on my side if I'm laying down because my back is hurting pretty much all the time these days. Jeremy asked me if I'm ready to not be pregnant any more. I told him I'd actually be sad to not be pregnant because I love feeling this sweet boy kick and move around, but at the same point I totally know why he asked that. He knows I've probably been pretty miserable the last 8 months in terms of health.
Weekly Update: August 31-September 6
How far along: 36 weeks
How big is baby: He's about 18 1/2 inches long and about 6 pounds.
Total weight gain: I'm still about 13-14 pounds per the scale at the doctor. I don't get on scales here at the house.
Maternity clothes: Since I feel like I've "popped" I've been wearing more of the maternity clothes that get passed around. I went shopping at Gap maternity with Amber last weekend and then went to Target (with my b-day giftcard) and got a few things myself. I haven't let myself spend much money on maternity clothes though up until this point.
Cravings: Not really anything still. Jeremy said he finds it a little sad because he was expecting me to want all kinds of crazy things. One night at the end of last week I did say we hadn't had Chinese food in a long time and that I wanted that. He jumped all over that because I usually don't ever have a preference.
Movement: Oh yes. My stomach has bulged in places that looked/felt weird. The movement across my stomach is also interesting. I can definitely feel more pressure and can tell he's getting bigger. He seems to be mostly out of room these days so he has to kick me to get me to move or give him attention.
Best moment this week: The massage was great. It really helped me. I've been trying to limit how much I do with my right hand (like not writing on the board as much) because that's one reason my right side is hurting. The swelling hasn't been bad either. I'm trying to sit more but my rings still fit and I don't have as many creases on my feet from my shoes as I did over the weekend.
What I miss: The view of my feet. I get to stare at my stomach if I look down. I also have been encouraged not to bend over as much because I will topple over! :) I'm so glad people are looking out for me.
What I am looking forward to: Going to the doctor next week and having a shower at Jeremy's school. It will be a busy week, but it will be fun.
Pregnancy rant: If I'm going to be outside in the heat, I want to be in the pool or in the shade! This weekend was like Memorial Day all over again where I was miserable. I've never been the person that would choose to be indoors over being outdoors, but with swollen feet and the sun beating down, I'd much rather be inside. I've had a hard time sitting for extended periods of time lately. I'd rather be standing up than sitting down. I'd also rather be laying on my side if I'm laying down because my back is hurting pretty much all the time these days. Jeremy asked me if I'm ready to not be pregnant any more. I told him I'd actually be sad to not be pregnant because I love feeling this sweet boy kick and move around, but at the same point I totally know why he asked that. He knows I've probably been pretty miserable the last 8 months in terms of health.
Weekly Update: August 31-September 6
How far along: 36 weeks
How big is baby: He's about 18 1/2 inches long and about 6 pounds.
Total weight gain: I'm still about 13-14 pounds per the scale at the doctor. I don't get on scales here at the house.
Maternity clothes: Since I feel like I've "popped" I've been wearing more of the maternity clothes that get passed around. I went shopping at Gap maternity with Amber last weekend and then went to Target (with my b-day giftcard) and got a few things myself. I haven't let myself spend much money on maternity clothes though up until this point.
Cravings: Not really anything still. Jeremy said he finds it a little sad because he was expecting me to want all kinds of crazy things. One night at the end of last week I did say we hadn't had Chinese food in a long time and that I wanted that. He jumped all over that because I usually don't ever have a preference.
Sleep: I am getting up once or twice now regularly. I'm having some weird dreams too. Jeremy's finding that it's harder and harder to get me up in the morning, but I feel like it's because I'm not going back to sleep so easily once I get up and go to the bathroom. There have been nights where I've been so hot that I had to be on top of the covers for a while. That's something I never do when I'm trying to go to sleep because I love to be all bundled up.
Movement: Yes of course. He's had the hiccups more and more lately. It's a crazy feeling and Jeremy got to feel it the other day.
Best moment this week: At the end of the weekend we bought or ordered all the remaining things we thought were necessary for the arrival of our sweet son. We had a doctor's appointment on Monday and Jeremy picked me up from school, but he was running late. I didn't think anything about it. When we got home, there was all kinds of stuff laid out for me to see and all of that pushed Jeremy a little behind schedule. Our running stroller/accessories, crib mattress, changing pad, changing cover, monitor, and pack and play came. It was such a surprise and made my day. I immediately started on finishing up the nursery. I'm at the point now where it's pretty much done, I'm just in need of a chair. Over the past week, more of my friends have found out what they are having. This boy of ours is going to be surrounded by girls! All of the new babies are going to be girls except Daphne's. Isn't that wild?! Another great moment that also makes me a little sad at the same time is that we had our last shower, but this time it was at Jeremy's school. I know what you are thinking...We did go ahead and buy most of the things we wanted last weekend knowing we were going to have this shower, but we did so because it was cutting it a little close for my taste in terms of making sure we had some of the big items. Things like showers are always overwhelming and make me feel so loved. Everyone was so nice and so generous. I could tell Jeremy is really loved at school!
What I miss: Some of my friends, who are also pregnant, made comments about running this week and it made me a little sad. I haven't been able to run in so long. I just don't have the energy at all. We got our running stroller this week and that makes me miss running even more! I can't wait to use it.
What I am looking forward to: The weekly appointments from here on out, meeting this little guy (although I'm terrified about the labor part of it), and our hospital tour next week. I hope I get to see him on an ultrasound again before he's born. One of my friends (who is due the day before me) got a 3d ultrasound this week from the same doctor, so hopefully we will get one this week.
Pregnancy rant: I know at this point I need to be more and more careful about things I do, but it's so hard to rely on others and ask them for help. I know I've ranted about this before but due to my stubbornness I find it difficult to ask others. One day I moved a cabinet out of my room and into the hallway because the door was broken on it. I had someone comment while I was doing this, but didn't step in to help. If you make a comment, I feel as if it may be nice to just come and take the thing from me or I will continue to do whatever it is that I have in my mind that I need to do.
Weekly Update: September 7-13
How far along: 37 weeks- I'm at about 1 1/2 cm and 70% effaced.
How big is baby: He should be about 19 inches long and a little over 6 pounds.
Total weight gain: I'm still about 13 pounds per the scale at the doctor.
Maternity clothes: Yes. I still wear some of my normal things, but for the most part I wear the maternity stuff. My belly has gotten a lot larger so maternity shirts are the way to go right now.
Cravings: Not really. I have eaten a few more desserts recently though, so that makes me happy.
Movement: Yes of course. He's had the hiccups more and more lately. It's a crazy feeling and Jeremy got to feel it the other day.
Best moment this week: At the end of the weekend we bought or ordered all the remaining things we thought were necessary for the arrival of our sweet son. We had a doctor's appointment on Monday and Jeremy picked me up from school, but he was running late. I didn't think anything about it. When we got home, there was all kinds of stuff laid out for me to see and all of that pushed Jeremy a little behind schedule. Our running stroller/accessories, crib mattress, changing pad, changing cover, monitor, and pack and play came. It was such a surprise and made my day. I immediately started on finishing up the nursery. I'm at the point now where it's pretty much done, I'm just in need of a chair. Over the past week, more of my friends have found out what they are having. This boy of ours is going to be surrounded by girls! All of the new babies are going to be girls except Daphne's. Isn't that wild?! Another great moment that also makes me a little sad at the same time is that we had our last shower, but this time it was at Jeremy's school. I know what you are thinking...We did go ahead and buy most of the things we wanted last weekend knowing we were going to have this shower, but we did so because it was cutting it a little close for my taste in terms of making sure we had some of the big items. Things like showers are always overwhelming and make me feel so loved. Everyone was so nice and so generous. I could tell Jeremy is really loved at school!
What I miss: Some of my friends, who are also pregnant, made comments about running this week and it made me a little sad. I haven't been able to run in so long. I just don't have the energy at all. We got our running stroller this week and that makes me miss running even more! I can't wait to use it.
What I am looking forward to: The weekly appointments from here on out, meeting this little guy (although I'm terrified about the labor part of it), and our hospital tour next week. I hope I get to see him on an ultrasound again before he's born. One of my friends (who is due the day before me) got a 3d ultrasound this week from the same doctor, so hopefully we will get one this week.
Pregnancy rant: I know at this point I need to be more and more careful about things I do, but it's so hard to rely on others and ask them for help. I know I've ranted about this before but due to my stubbornness I find it difficult to ask others. One day I moved a cabinet out of my room and into the hallway because the door was broken on it. I had someone comment while I was doing this, but didn't step in to help. If you make a comment, I feel as if it may be nice to just come and take the thing from me or I will continue to do whatever it is that I have in my mind that I need to do.
Weekly Update: September 7-13
How far along: 37 weeks- I'm at about 1 1/2 cm and 70% effaced.
How big is baby: He should be about 19 inches long and a little over 6 pounds.
Total weight gain: I'm still about 13 pounds per the scale at the doctor.
Maternity clothes: Yes. I still wear some of my normal things, but for the most part I wear the maternity stuff. My belly has gotten a lot larger so maternity shirts are the way to go right now.
Cravings: Not really. I have eaten a few more desserts recently though, so that makes me happy.
Sleep: I am sleeping off and on. I have nights where I sleep well and other nights where I can't sleep at all.
Movement: Yes. His hiccups are so funny. Jeremy got to feel them this week. It's so wild to watch him move all around and see my stomach bulge here and there.
Best moment this week: After our doctor's appointment, we ate a quick dinner with Jana and Caleb at Firehouse and then headed to the hospital for a tour. I thought we'd be the only ones there, but there were actually quite a few couples there (5+ besides us). Victoria and Chase, who are due the day before us, were there too. The tour was informative and I'm glad we did it. We had some other fun moments with friends this week too as we know these may be few and far between from here on out (dinner with the Dillards, dinner with Sean, dinner with my parents, dinner with Jonathan and Kristi, and last week we had dinner with the Kindigs...). We love sharing life with people, so these are moments I will miss if we don't continue to do them. Knowing our personality though we will continue to make things like this happen once we have a little one; it will just look different.
What I miss: Saturday I had a little bit of a meltdown when I started to think about how moments for us are growing to a close. It's just been the two of us for 13 years and it's scary to think about how all of that is about to change. I am looking forward to this next stage but am also a little anxious because I don't know what it's going to be like. The unknown is scary. I know this is something I can't miss yet, but I am anticipating missing moments like sleeping late or going and doing whatever we want whenever we want. That's part of parenthood, I know. I just don't know what it will be like yet.
What I am looking forward to: The doctor's appointment again next week to see how much I progressed. We didn't get a 3D ultrasound. They said they do the last one at 30 weeks. I guess that was when he wanted to hide himself! Oh well. His appearance will be a surprise!!
Pregnancy rant: This is a story that happened recently, and I don't think I shared it. We were at Publix and a lady passed us with a 3-4 year old who was helping her push the buggy. She made a comment like, "You are so excited now, but just wait..." I was appalled. Who says that to a pregnant person?! She was obviously stressed out, but I don't ever want to make someone feel like they've stepped into something over their heads. I know it's going to be a challenge. I know life from here on out is going to be different. There's no going back now though, and I don't really find it necessary to make someone start worrying about the unknown!
Weekly Update: September 14-20
How far along: 38 weeks- I'm at 3 cm. The doc said that I'm like an A student and progressing as a textbook would tell you. He said, "Statistically you will make it to your appointment next week, but see if you prove me wrong."
How big is baby: He should be about 19 1/2 inches long and about 7 pounds.
Total weight gain: I'm still about 13 pounds per the scale at the doctor.
Maternity clothes: Yes. I am wearing more dresses and skirts these days just because they are easier to put on. My students are afraid my water is going to break during class, so I guess I need to start carrying around extra clothes just in case! :)
Cravings: Not really. I was excited to have some pizza and Chinese food this week though. I feel like I'm eating more though because more food has been around me.
Movement: Yes. His hiccups are so funny. Jeremy got to feel them this week. It's so wild to watch him move all around and see my stomach bulge here and there.
Best moment this week: After our doctor's appointment, we ate a quick dinner with Jana and Caleb at Firehouse and then headed to the hospital for a tour. I thought we'd be the only ones there, but there were actually quite a few couples there (5+ besides us). Victoria and Chase, who are due the day before us, were there too. The tour was informative and I'm glad we did it. We had some other fun moments with friends this week too as we know these may be few and far between from here on out (dinner with the Dillards, dinner with Sean, dinner with my parents, dinner with Jonathan and Kristi, and last week we had dinner with the Kindigs...). We love sharing life with people, so these are moments I will miss if we don't continue to do them. Knowing our personality though we will continue to make things like this happen once we have a little one; it will just look different.
What I miss: Saturday I had a little bit of a meltdown when I started to think about how moments for us are growing to a close. It's just been the two of us for 13 years and it's scary to think about how all of that is about to change. I am looking forward to this next stage but am also a little anxious because I don't know what it's going to be like. The unknown is scary. I know this is something I can't miss yet, but I am anticipating missing moments like sleeping late or going and doing whatever we want whenever we want. That's part of parenthood, I know. I just don't know what it will be like yet.
What I am looking forward to: The doctor's appointment again next week to see how much I progressed. We didn't get a 3D ultrasound. They said they do the last one at 30 weeks. I guess that was when he wanted to hide himself! Oh well. His appearance will be a surprise!!
Pregnancy rant: This is a story that happened recently, and I don't think I shared it. We were at Publix and a lady passed us with a 3-4 year old who was helping her push the buggy. She made a comment like, "You are so excited now, but just wait..." I was appalled. Who says that to a pregnant person?! She was obviously stressed out, but I don't ever want to make someone feel like they've stepped into something over their heads. I know it's going to be a challenge. I know life from here on out is going to be different. There's no going back now though, and I don't really find it necessary to make someone start worrying about the unknown!
Weekly Update: September 14-20
How far along: 38 weeks- I'm at 3 cm. The doc said that I'm like an A student and progressing as a textbook would tell you. He said, "Statistically you will make it to your appointment next week, but see if you prove me wrong."
How big is baby: He should be about 19 1/2 inches long and about 7 pounds.
Total weight gain: I'm still about 13 pounds per the scale at the doctor.
Maternity clothes: Yes. I am wearing more dresses and skirts these days just because they are easier to put on. My students are afraid my water is going to break during class, so I guess I need to start carrying around extra clothes just in case! :)
Cravings: Not really. I was excited to have some pizza and Chinese food this week though. I feel like I'm eating more though because more food has been around me.
Sleep: I had a few nights where I woke up and couldn't go back to sleep for about an hour, but there were other nights I slept for 5+ hours straight without getting up. It was incredible. I've been exhausted by the end of the day, even though I won't say I'm tired, that I pretty much fall asleep when I lay down. I've asked Jeremy to put on a movie a few nights this week and I immediately close my eyes once he puts it on.
Movement: Yes. He's in tight quarters now. I feel the jabs and kicks. I feel my entire stomach tightening. I will miss these feelings though soon I'm sure.
Best moment this week: We know that this may be the last few days/evenings as a family of two so we've done some fun things together. After the doctor's appointment, we had dinner with Beth, but then the rest of the week, we did things with each other. Thursday night we had a date to P.F. Changs after our new haircuts. Friday night we headed to Longhorn. Saturday we made a day out of it. First, we headed to the Flying Biscuit, then we went to Ikea, and then down to Milledgeville. While in Milledgeville, we enjoyed a nice walk around the campus and a drink from Starbucks before heading back home where we stopped in Monroe at Amici. The weather was perfect. There was a slight breeze through the day so we weren't sweating all day. Although my feet and hands were a little swollen by the end of our trek around campus, we had some great conversations reminiscing our college days so it made the time worth it. We also went to a meet and greet session at the pediatrician's office on Wednesday. One of my friends from high school is a pediatrician there and it was so good to see her. I'm excited she will have the chance to love on our son when he arrives. I have continued to have some sweet comments from people about how great I look. One of my school friends told me I did pregnancy really well. I laughed at first because although I knew she was talking about how I am all belly, I had a rough first four months of pregnancy. It's kind of hard to remember what those months were like now that I've had a few good months, but I don't think I will forget how miserable I was even if I don't remember the details. Oh, and we had a few surprise gifts given to us this week (from my aunt/cousin, from a lady at church who helps with tech stuff, some people at Jeremy's work, and then we had two packages on the porch from some of Jeremy's extended family). Presents are always such a fun thing!!!
What I miss: This is typical, but it's harder and harder to maneuver from a sitting/laying down position to an upright position as well as an upright to a bending over position. It takes a little more effort and a little grunt or groan to get to the desired position. My belly is getting a little big so it's taking over. This week one of my students said, "You are about to explode!" Yes, yes I am. On Sunday, the family was up in Banks county for a family lunch. It started raining so I ran in the house to get a coat and felt a pain behind my knee. I couldn't walk pretty much the rest of the day and Monday it was still hurting. I iced and elevated it, but it was still in a little bit of pain. I miss being able to do little things like jogging somewhere to get there faster (without hurting myself).
What I am looking forward to: The doctor's appointment on Monday and arrival of our son (probably at some point the next week or so), even though it's a scary thing.
Pregnancy rant: I am not really in the rant mood again, but here goes. People keep asking me if our hospital bags are packed. They've been asking me for weeks. Every time I've answered with a "No." I know labor can happen quickly, but I feel as if I'm close enough to the house (no matter where I am) to stop by and throw a few things in a bag. If Jeremy is at work, he can stop by the house on the way to get me at school or to the hospital too so I feel as if things could be gathered in some form or fashion. I know I know every labor is different, but I haven't felt the need to really pack a back up until this point. I'm so thankful everyone has been so concerned about me packing my bags though. And...Yes, I've now put some things out that I want to take to the hospital, but it's not completely finished. I'll do that tomorrow, just so no one has to worry any more!
Movement: Yes. He's in tight quarters now. I feel the jabs and kicks. I feel my entire stomach tightening. I will miss these feelings though soon I'm sure.
Best moment this week: We know that this may be the last few days/evenings as a family of two so we've done some fun things together. After the doctor's appointment, we had dinner with Beth, but then the rest of the week, we did things with each other. Thursday night we had a date to P.F. Changs after our new haircuts. Friday night we headed to Longhorn. Saturday we made a day out of it. First, we headed to the Flying Biscuit, then we went to Ikea, and then down to Milledgeville. While in Milledgeville, we enjoyed a nice walk around the campus and a drink from Starbucks before heading back home where we stopped in Monroe at Amici. The weather was perfect. There was a slight breeze through the day so we weren't sweating all day. Although my feet and hands were a little swollen by the end of our trek around campus, we had some great conversations reminiscing our college days so it made the time worth it. We also went to a meet and greet session at the pediatrician's office on Wednesday. One of my friends from high school is a pediatrician there and it was so good to see her. I'm excited she will have the chance to love on our son when he arrives. I have continued to have some sweet comments from people about how great I look. One of my school friends told me I did pregnancy really well. I laughed at first because although I knew she was talking about how I am all belly, I had a rough first four months of pregnancy. It's kind of hard to remember what those months were like now that I've had a few good months, but I don't think I will forget how miserable I was even if I don't remember the details. Oh, and we had a few surprise gifts given to us this week (from my aunt/cousin, from a lady at church who helps with tech stuff, some people at Jeremy's work, and then we had two packages on the porch from some of Jeremy's extended family). Presents are always such a fun thing!!!
What I miss: This is typical, but it's harder and harder to maneuver from a sitting/laying down position to an upright position as well as an upright to a bending over position. It takes a little more effort and a little grunt or groan to get to the desired position. My belly is getting a little big so it's taking over. This week one of my students said, "You are about to explode!" Yes, yes I am. On Sunday, the family was up in Banks county for a family lunch. It started raining so I ran in the house to get a coat and felt a pain behind my knee. I couldn't walk pretty much the rest of the day and Monday it was still hurting. I iced and elevated it, but it was still in a little bit of pain. I miss being able to do little things like jogging somewhere to get there faster (without hurting myself).
What I am looking forward to: The doctor's appointment on Monday and arrival of our son (probably at some point the next week or so), even though it's a scary thing.
Pregnancy rant: I am not really in the rant mood again, but here goes. People keep asking me if our hospital bags are packed. They've been asking me for weeks. Every time I've answered with a "No." I know labor can happen quickly, but I feel as if I'm close enough to the house (no matter where I am) to stop by and throw a few things in a bag. If Jeremy is at work, he can stop by the house on the way to get me at school or to the hospital too so I feel as if things could be gathered in some form or fashion. I know I know every labor is different, but I haven't felt the need to really pack a back up until this point. I'm so thankful everyone has been so concerned about me packing my bags though. And...Yes, I've now put some things out that I want to take to the hospital, but it's not completely finished. I'll do that tomorrow, just so no one has to worry any more!
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