39 Weeks - Anxiously Awaiting

Today was our 39 week appointment. I am dilated to 1.5 and we are anxiously awaiting your arrival. The doctor stripped my membranes today, which can help get things going. She said it's about 50/50 sometimes it does, sometimes it doesn't. I just can't wait to have you in my arms. I think you are tired of being in my tummy too because you have been moving like crazy.

I went through a nesting phase over the weekend and we got a ton of stuff done around the house. The past couple of days I have been feeling very tired and have had bouts of nausea. I have been told that these are good signs that labor is coming on, I am really hoping so. Our next appointment is on your due date June 5th, it will be interesting to see if we make it till then :o)


How far along: 39 weeks

Total weight gain: about 33 pounds

Maternity clothes: Yes… over the belly maternity jeans and sweat pants are most comfy 

Sleep: I was up five times last night :o(

Stretch marks: Nope!

Best moment of the week: Knowing we are getting closer to meeting you.

Miss anything: My waist and sleep

Movement:  Lots of hard movement. You are getting stronger and like to push your arms and legs outwards.

Food Craving: Chocolate/vanilla twist cone dipped in cherry from dairy queen...yummy!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Yes, eating too much. Small portions are my friend, but I always want more!

Have you started to show yet: Yes, there is no question about it, I am pregnant.

Gender: Girl  :o) 

38 Weeks - 2 Weeks Until “D” Date

Our due date is quickly approaching and we can’t wait! There have been so many new and exciting experiences during the past 9 months and we are looking forward to many more in the future.

The Jedele baby shower was a few weeks ago, we gathered at Aunt Sandi’s house for great food and celebration. It was nice to catch up and meet with family I had not met. You received so many gifts and handmade blankets. My work also threw a baby shower for us too! It was a surprise shower, many of the ladies in my department gathered for cake and gifts.  We are one blessed family to have such supportive people in our lives.

Crunch time is approaching; I have an overwhelming feeling to get as much done as possible, but finding the energy and ability to do them all is hard. I want everything to be done when you arrive, so I can focus on you. I know what’s done won’t matter to you.

You have grown so much in the past couple of weeks. My stomach is so tight; there is not much room for you in there anymore. You have been very active with you arms and legs, I can feel pushing out. It is amazing to think you are a full grown baby, in MY stomach. Speaking of full grown, this week marks a milestone, if you decided to come early you would be considered full term. At this time I am more than welcoming to the idea of your arriving early, because that means meeting you sooner.

38 Weeks

Daddy put your tree up :o)

At last two appointments I was dilated to 1 and was at stage 1. At our appointment yesterday it was the same. However, Dr. Archer does seem to think you are dropping lower, which is a good sign. I am looking forward to next weeks appointment.

How far along: 38 weeks

Total weight gain: about 33 pounds

Maternity clothes: Yes… over the belly maternity jeans and sweat pants are most comfy 

Sleep: I think god is preparing me for future sleepless nights :o)

Stretch marks: Nope!

Best moment of the week: Knowing we are getting closer to meeting you.

Miss anything: My waist and sleep

Movement:  Lots of hard movement. You are getting stronger and like to push your arms and legs outwards.

Food Craving: Sweets and watermelon…still!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Yes, eating too much. Small portions are my friend, but I always want more!

Have you started to show yet: Yes, there is no question about it, I am pregnant.

Gender: Girl  :o)

Week 35

Wow! You are 35 weeks and 4 Days… per standard we only have a little over 4 more weeks to go! We had a doctor’s appointment Monday and all is well. You are measuring on par and the doctor said your head is down. I asked how likely that is to change, she said not likely because there is not much room in there for you to flip around.  We will now have appointment every week until you make your debut. Next week we will start exams to see if there is any progression.  I never thought I would look forward to an exam, until now.

We had your first baby shower a couple of weeks ago and it was a great time. Mommy’s friends and family all came over to the house to celebrate.  You received so many fun things! I never realized how much stuff is needed for babies. You will also be very fashionable; you received a ton of clothes. They are all so cute; I can’t wait to dress you in them. Your daddy’s side of the family is throwing us a baby shower next weekend too. We are so blessed to have such kind and thoughtful family and friends.

Today we had maternity pictures taken, so we could document how you are growing in these last few weeks of pregnancy. I am looking forward to seeing how they turned out :o)

How far along: 35 weeks 4 Days

Total weight gain: about 29 pounds

Maternity clothes: Yes… over the belly maternity jeans and sweat pants are most comfy 

Sleep: Not going well. I am up about 3-4 times a night.

Stretch marks: Nope!

Best moment of the week: Knowing we are getting closer to meeting you.

Miss anything: My waist and sleep

Movement:  You are very strong and make my whole belly wiggle. It is entertaining to watch you at work.

Food Craving: Sweets… which is odd because I was never a big sweets person until now.

Anything making you queasy or sick: No

Have you started to show yet: Yes, there is no question about it, I am pregnant.

Gender: Girl  :o)