37 weeks

How far along? 37 weeks! At the end of this week, Baby Bean will be considered full term.  She is as big as a winter melon - not quite sure what that is, but it sounds big. 

Total weight gain/loss: 29 pounds, I gained about 2 pounds this week.  The doctors said that they were happy with my weight gain, average is 25-35 pounds. 

Maternity clothes? I am running out of options.  Shoes are my current issue.  None of my boots, shoes fit for work.  I have to wear flats, moccasins, or UGGS.  My feet are so swollen these days it is hard to get anything over my ankles.  My flats are being stretched to the max too.  It is like having a wide foot. 

Stretch marks? No, I am still using Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion morning and night and I have been adding their oil to my routine as well.  I definitely like it more than BioOil.  It costs less and has the same great quality.  For info on the Palmer's oil click here.

Symptoms:  Still back pain.  It is honestly my only real complaint these days.  Everything else just comes with the territory and is tolerable.  The back pain is just constant and annoying.  

Sleep: Sleeping is just uncomfortable in general with the back pain I am experiencing.  I toss and turn all night long to find a good position.  I have been having night sweats too.    

Best moment this week: Getting presents wrapped - it was a big accomplishment for me and getting our car seat checked.

Have you told family and friends: Yes

Miss Anything?  Wearing cute shoes.  

Movement: Kicks in my side and shifting around which can be a bit painful at times. 

Food cravings: I was craving a hotdog this week and I am not a huge hotdog fan.  The smell of it was just awesome.  I did not have one though.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Have you started to show yet: YES!    

Baby is a: GIRL! 

Belly Button in or out? Half in and half out.    

  

Wedding rings on or off? Surprisingly they are still on.  With the amount of swelling I am experiencing in my legs and feet, I am surprised I am not swelling in my hands.    

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy, I have my hospital bag packed and ready to go. 

Looking forward to: Spending the weekend with family and Christmas with my Mom and her boyfriend :)  

36 weeks

How far along? 36 weeks - OMG...9 months!!!! I can't believe how fast this pregnancy went. 
 Baby Bean is now as long as romaine lettuce. 

Total weight gain/loss: Still 27 pounds, didn't gain any weight this week.

Maternity clothes? Oh how I wish I could wear sweats all day everyday, they are so comfortable.  I don't have many that fit right now since most of them are yoga style with the band across the top, but I have a few that have been wearing pretty consistently.  I pair them with a tank top and zip up sweatshirt.

Stretch marks? Nope, I am still using Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion morning and night and I have been adding their oil to my routine as well.  That stuff is awesome.  I think I like it more than the BioOil.  For info on the Palmer's oil click here.

Symptoms: Nothing has really changed since last week.  I am still having constant back and sciatic pain.  The sciatic pain increased and I am limping more.  The doctor associates my back pain with the baby facing towards my back.  She thinks I will have mostly back labor - we shall see...fun times!!! 

Sleep: These days I don't get much sleep.  I will fall asleep early at like 9PM and then be awake at midnight/1AM to use the restroom and then I am up off and on the rest of the night.  

Best moment this week: Getting our couch and Christmas tree.  I also had my first weekly doctors appointment - everything looked good and I am progressing well.  

Have you told family and friends: Yes

Miss Anything?  Not having back pain.  I really have been blessed my entire pregnancy so if this is what I have to deal with for a few more weeks, I think I can handle it.  

Movement: Lots and lots of movement.  I feel her laying on my bladder now too. 

Food cravings: Root beer and peppermint - I have been downing candy canes like it's my job.   

Anything making you queasy or sick: Eating too much.

Have you started to show yet: I would say yes - I had someone ask me how far along I was while I still had my winter coat on!    

Baby is a: GIRL! 

Belly Button in or out? Well I am not sure it will ever come out.  It is almost there though.    

  

Wedding rings on or off? Still on, the swelling in my hands has increased though.  

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy and moody - it has been a great combination this week.

Looking forward to: Finally posting a nursery room update next week.   

35 weeks

How far along? 35 weeks - 5 more to go!!!  Baby Bean weighs as much as a honeydew melon and my back is really feeling it. 

Total weight gain/loss: Total 27 pounds - gained 4 pounds this week.  It is amazing how fast I can gain a few pounds.

Maternity clothes? Yes.  I have been wearing dresses mostly to work because they are the most comfortable, but at home I lounge in sweats. 

Stretch marks? No, still using Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion morning and night and I have been adding their oil to my routine as well.  Awesome product and reasonably priced - for info click here.  It has helped a great deal with itching.

Symptoms: Back pain, back pain and more back pain and now throw in some sciatic pain too.  It is hard to get comfortable at night and sitting for most of the day is hard too.  The sciatic pain started last week and has increased this week.  I feel it more when I sit for long periods of time.

Sleep: My snoogle has helped, but with my belly getting bigger it has been hard to get in a good position to sleep.  I have been tossing and turning a lot.  I think I am driving my cat and husband crazy.

Best moment this week: My co-workers threw me a shower this week.  I am so grateful and blessed for the people I work with, they are amazing to me and really are like family.  

Have you told family and friends: Yes

Miss Anything? Bending over or sitting on the floor and getting up without struggling.

Movement: She likes to kick my ribs.  I think she is pretty crammed in there and is struggling to stretch out.  I feel a foot kick me in the side every so often.    

Food cravings: Still root beer and sweets.  

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Have you started to show yet: I am all out there!    

Baby is a: GIRL! 

Belly Button in or out? Still in.   

  

Wedding rings on or off? On, but the swelling has increased this week and I'm not sure how much longer I will be able to wear them.  

Happy or Moody most of the time: I wish they had an option for stressed.   I am happy most days, but getting a bit more anxious now with her arrival around the corner.

Looking forward to: Getting our Christmas tree this weekend and our couch.   

33 weeks

How far along? 33 weeks.  According to the BabyCenter app, Baby Bean weighs as much as a pineapple.  I feel it too. 

Just so you know, I blog a week behind, so I am actually 34 weeks today.

Total weight gain/loss: Total 21 pounds - lost 1 this week.

Maternity clothes? Yes - dresses, leggings and tights this week.  I love the tights I got from Old Navy - they fit great and are super comfortable. 

Stretch marks? Nope, still using Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion morning and night.  I think I need to pick up some Bio Oil though, the lotion is not cutting it.  My skin is super itchy and tight during the day and I keep scratching my belly.

Symptoms: Back pain - mostly upper back pain.  I think it is from sitting most of the day and being top heavy too.  My only relief is taking a warm bath.  I am so glad I am able to start doing this again, I really enjoy them.  The water feels amazing and helps with the pain. 

Sleep: I tossed and turned a good amount this week and have been getting up to use the rest room more.  She likes to lay on my bladder.    

Best moment this week: Despite being sick, my husband hung the shelves in the nursery.  We are really happy with the way they turned out.  I plan to do a nursery update this week, so stay tuned. :)

Have you told family and friends: Yes

Miss Anything? Shaving with ease.

Movement: She is definitely moving a lot more and she gets hiccups a couple of times a day too.   

Food cravings: I craved a cheesesteak this week, which was a little different for me since I have been staying clear of most meats since I got pregnant.  

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Have you started to show yet: Getting bigger!    

Baby is a: GIRL! 

Belly Button in or out? I can't believe it is still in.   

  

Wedding rings on or off? Still on.  

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy, I had a bit of sore throat this week which made for some miserable days, but still in good spirits. 

Looking forward to: Thanksgiving and decorating for the holidays.   

34 weeks

How far along? 34 weeks.  According to the BabyCenter app, Baby Bean weighs as much as a cantaloupe.  I blog a week behind, so I am actually 35 weeks today.

Total weight gain/loss: Total 23 pounds - up 2 this week.

Maternity clothes? Yes, I found some great deals at Target this week.  I am trying not to buy too much more since I am down to the wire now, but I found a great dress and shirt on the 50% off rack. 

Stretch marks? Nope, using Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion and I just picked up their oil and I really like it.   

Symptoms: Still back pain and sciatic pain. Otherwise, I have been feeling pretty good. 

Sleep: Not really sleeping through the night, but I do feel rested when I wake in the morning.     

Best moment this week: Getting our maternity photos from our photographer, Sarah McKay Photography.  They came out great, we are very pleased with them.  Here are a few shots: 

Have you told family and friends: Yes

Miss Anything? Putting socks and shoes on in less than 5 minutes.

Movement: She has been stretching out, or at least it feels like it.  I can definitely feel a foot kicking my ribs and pressure on my bladder too.

Food cravings: Just root beer/birch beer.  

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Have you started to show yet: I really grew this week.    

Baby is a: GIRL! 
 

Belly Button in or out? Still in and wondering if it will ever pop out.   

Wedding rings on or off? Still on.  
 

Happy or Moody most of the time:  Happy, but have been a little stressed this week.  Trying not to let the little things get to me. I took a breastfeeding class that was a little overwhelming, but I know everything will work out fine.  

Looking forward to: Decorating for Christmas and finishing Bean's room.

Happy Thanksgiving - I have a lot to be thankful for this year :)   

32 weeks

How far along? 32 weeks.  According to the BabyCenter app, Baby Bean weighs about 3.75 pounds and is roughly over 16.7 inches long.  I record this a week behind, so I am actually 33 weeks today.

Total weight gain/loss: Total 22 pounds - up 3 this week.

Maternity clothes? Yes, being comfortable is my goal now a days.  I purchased some flats shoes from Kohl's this week because my feet started swelling bad.  I tried on flat boots the other day and I couldn't get them over my ankles. 

Stretch marks? Nope, still using Palmer's Cocoa Butter lotion morning and night.  My skin is super itchy and tight.

Symptoms: Back pain and swollen legs & feet.  I treated myself to a pedicure this week - it was much needed and felt amazing!  

Swollen ankles and feet :(

Hooray for pedicures!!

Sleep: Baby Bean is more active at night now and it is hard to get in a comfortable position to sleep.  I have not been falling asleep right away either, I have been tossing and turning a lot.  Once I am asleep I pretty much stay asleep until I need to get up to use the rest room.  

Best moment this week: Starting my Christmas shopping.

Have you told family and friends: Yes

Miss Anything? Putting my socks and shoes on without my belly getting in the way.

Movement: Lots this week!  She is kicking and flipping.    

Food cravings: Root Beer, Pop Tarts and Peanut Butter Blossom cookies - I saw Hershey Kisses at the store and had to make them.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Have you started to show yet: I can't hide it now :)    

Baby is a: GIRL! 

Belly Button in or out? Still in - almost there! 

  

Wedding rings on or off? Still on.  

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy and emotional - I cried at a commercial this week. 

Looking forward to: Finishing the nursery in the next few weeks.  I need curtains and we are waiting for the blinds to come in.  Need to hang a few things on the wall too.