Here I am almost 39 weeks and I am looking for the light at the end of the tunnel. I am so excited and uncomfortable that I am just ready for the bean to get here. Here's my weekly update - sorry I've been so bad at keeping this up. I guess I am a bad personal blogger. Hopefully I won't regret not keeping up with this weekly. I'm thinking I might need to pull out the baby book we got as a shower gift to fill out while I wait for my water to break this week? We shall see.
How far along? 38 weeks, 4 days
Total weight gain: I'd rather not talk about it. Enough. :)
Symptoms: Heartburn (caused by my folic acid) and uncomfortable
Stretch marks: Yes - boo, hiss.
Sleep: I really wish I could sleep on my stomach - I miss that a lot these days. Also peeing in the middle of the night - I'm surprised I actually get out of bed.
Food cravings: Cereal for every meal. And lately peppermints which I loathed when not pregnant. (same and thank goodness for the holidays)
Maternity clothes: It's a mix of both - I found I could buy a size up and still have some good choices.
Best moment of the week: feeling the baby hiccup - they are really darling if you ask me.
Movement: LOTS. Kick here, kick there - kicking all the time.
Gender: Can't wait to find out - still thinking boy.
Labor Signs: Some more BH but that's about it.
Belly Button: struggling to stay in but there.
What I miss: Beer. always beer. Oh, and running. And let's add bending over with ease. And today let's add good sleep - including on my stomach. (amen)
What I am looking forward to: the bean arriving. Ready or not - I just want to meet our child.
Dearest Bean:
It really hit me last week that you'll be here so soon. Thanksgiving was such a special time to start some new traditions and we can't wait until we can celebrate it with you next year. We got our tree up and even the menorah is ready to be lite. Both your daddy and I are so excited to know you'll be here to change our lives for the better. Daddy sends me texts all day long to check on you and see if you have arrived. Many of mommies other friends are checking in on you as well. You are really loved and I hope you can feel that when you decide to come into this world. I hope that you arrive safely and really soak in your days being little and sweet. I want you to see this place as a good place to be and grow - and that nothing anyone says ever hurts you. I know I can only protect you as you are in the womb and no matter what, that once you get here we can only do our best - but I really hope you have a happy childhood filled with laughter, love and dog kisses. I'm sure Reese and Laker will not disappoint as they lick you and kidnap cereal from your highchair. May you have patience for them and for your parents who just hope to raise you right.
With lots of love and anticipation,
Your soon to be Mom (and Dad)
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