32 Weeks!

How far along: 32 Weeks in my Halloween costume! I'm Juno and the hubby is Paulie Bleaker!

Total weight gain: +15 according to the Dr. today.  

Maternity clothes: Pretty much all my clothes are maternity, except some dresses.  I'm running into some problems with the weather changing because I only have one long-sleeved maternity shirt.  Have to start stretching things out!  Still have been able belly band a few things here and there.  Have had to start wearing my hubby's t-shirts so they are long enough. :)      

Stretch marks: None so far and I'm hoping things continue that way.

Sleep: Sleep has been pretty good.  Lots of stuffy nose nights and my breathe strips are a MUST.  I'm tired pretty much all the time now.

Symptoms:  Hip pain, numb spot on my right leg, acne like a teenager, tired all the time.

Best moment this week: 2 wonderful things happened this week.  We finally went and picked up Ainsleigh's furniture and got it all put together.  It's absolutely beautiful and looks great against grey walls in her room.

The second wonderful thing was the hubby taking me to Build-A-Bear to make Ainsleigh her first bear.  We named him Ryen like her middle name.  I was nearly in tears when I kissed the heart that went inside him.  It was so sweet and a wonderful memory of my pregnancy!    

Miss anything: Sushi, be able to walk around for more than 30 minutes at a time without having to sit down and rest.

Movement:  I can feel her whole body move at once now.  My stomach pokes out and looks like the ocean at times with how much she's moving.   
Food Cravings: Donut holes, apples and caramel, apple juice, 

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen.

Belly Button in or out: in and still flattening

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Really happy.  Feeling way on top of things lately!  

Looking forward to:   My birthday tomorrow!  Our weekend getaway for our dating anniversary this coming weekend!

31 Weeks!

How far along: 31 weeks with new short hair that I love!!!

Total weight gain: +13 according to both home and Dr.  I gained 3 pounds between last 2 visits.  

Maternity clothes: Pretty much all my clothes are maternity, except some dresses.  Still have been able belly band a few things here and there.  Have had to start wearing my hubby's t-shirts so they are long enough. :)      

Stretch marks: None so far and I'm hoping things continue that way.

Sleep:Sleep has been hit or miss this past week.  I think my body is ready to get back into a routine.  Back to waking up in the middle of the night for potty breaks.  Had lots of stuffy nose problems keeping awake, too.

Symptoms:  I have a spot on the lower left side of my back, top of my hip that hurts after sitting for a while. Keep getting it adjusted and hoping it doesn't get worse. I have a spot on my right leg that is tingly which the dr. says means little Ainsleigh is laying on a nerve. I also keep forgetting to mention that the acne fairy has made her presence known during the last few weeks.  I feel like I'm 13 again!!!!  It's awful!

Best moment this week: So many wonderful things happened this past week!  Spending a week creating all kinds of projects for Ainsleigh's room with my mom and mother-in-law.  I love everything we've made and can't wait to share all the pictures!  We had a wonderful shower with lots of family and friends at church.  I got the call today that our furniture has arrived and is ready to be picked up!    

Miss anything: Sushi, not getting winded every time I try to complete any task!

Movement:  Her movements are getting so much stronger these days. The rib bladder combination is quite painful at times. It also feels like she is close lining my stomach on the right side as usual. 
Food Cravings: Donut holes, starbursts, apples and caramel, apple juice, clementines.

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen.

Belly Button in or out: in but starting to flatten out and I finally took out my belly button ring this week and it has been so much more comfortable!

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Really happy.  So much got done in the last week and I feel so on top of things - both at home and for school! 

Looking forward to:   Picking up our furntiture and getting everything put together in Ainsleigh's room.  My birthday next week!

30 Weeks down, 10 Weeks to go

How far along: 30 weeks 

Total weight gain: +13 according to home scale.  We'll see what the Dr. scale says on Wednesday

Maternity clothes: Pretty much all my clothes are maternity, except some dresses.  Still have been able belly band a few things here and there.  Have had to start wearing my hubby's t-shirts so they are long enough. :)      

Stretch marks: None so far and I'm hoping things continue that way.

Sleep:Getting good sleep most nights.  Been trying to get a little extra sleep on my 2 week break from school, because as soon as school is back... it's back to reality.   Breathe right strips help eliminate the snoring and the hubby is quick to remind me when I forget to use them.

Symptoms:  My back and feet are way more tired/sore at the end of EVERY day. I have a spot on the lower left side of my back, top of my hip that hurts after sitting for a while. Keep getting it adjusted and hoping it doesn't get worse. I have a spot on my right leg that is tingly which the dr. says means little Ainsleigh is laying on a nerve.

Best moment this week:Mom is in town and we are going to town on the nursery. I'm finally getting to work on all the projects that I've been planning for weeks.  I will be posting pictures once it's all complete.   

Miss anything: Sushi, not getting winded every time I try to complete any task!

Movement: The little girl discovered my ribs in the last couple of days.  She doesn't like it when I bend over and lean over at the waist and she certainly lets me know it.  It also feels like she is close lining my stomach on the right side as usual. 
Food Cravings: Sweets, apples and caramel, apple juice, clementines,.

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen. 

Belly Button in or out: in but starting to flatten out and my belly button ring doesn't quite sit right in my belly button any more.

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Great this week! SO happy to have a break from school and get caught up on all the things that have been neglected over the last several weeks. 

Looking forward to:   Getting our furniture in. Craft fair weekend.  Church shower on Saturday!

29 Weeks

How far along: 29 weeks 

Total weight gain: +10 back to 24 week weight.

Maternity clothes: Very little still fits that isn't maternity.  I have found that out the hard way a few times this week.  I have purchased a few new pieces that are more appropriate for fall and the cooler weather.      

Stretch marks: None so far and I'm hoping things continue that way.

Sleep: Sleeping well.  Can't sleep in so much any more, which I guess is just preparing me for when Ainsleigh actually gets here.  Having some middle of the night trips to the bathroom, but not interrupting my sleep too much.  Back to be sleepy very early in the evening- around 8-8:30.  Breathe right strips help eliminate the snoring and the hubby is quick to remind me when I forget to use them.

Symptoms:  On top of all my regular pregnancy symptoms, my heart has been acting up this week.  Almost passed out at school and had to go home.  Dr. said everything looks fine, but my heart meds might be metabolizing quicker because I'm pregnant.  I just have to be careful and monitor how I'm feeling. My back and feet are way more tired/sore at the end of EVERY day.  Still have dizzy spells. I have a spot on my right leg that is tingly which the dr. says means little Ainsleigh is laying on a nerve.

Best moment this week:Making it to my October break! 2 weeks off officially started Friday at 3:00.  We also went camping this weekend, which we an now cross off our bucket list.  We had so much fun even though it was cold and rainy. 

Miss anything: Sushi, and a glass of red wine.

Movement: Lots of movement, but she was a still a little on Friday and Saturday and started to worry me.  But a kick count Saturday night made me feel all better as she moved 10 times in less than 10 minutes.  I think that she has also discovered the left side of my belly this week too.
Food Cravings: Sweets, apples and caramel, and all my camping foods that got to indulge in this week.

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen. 

Belly Button in or out: in but starting to flatten out and my belly button ring doesn't quite sit right in my belly button any more.

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Happy most of the time.  Still have lots to do and get stressed easily. 

Looking forward to:   Getting our furniture in. Mom gets here on Thursday!!!!

Third Trimester

How far along: 28 weeks  1 Day

Total weight gain: +8.5... dropped some weight but measuring exactly perfect.  I did find out that I'm anemic and the Dr. told me to drink more milk to try to put on some weight.  I've also decided that I'm really going to stop worrying so much about what I'm eating.

Maternity clothes: Lots of dresses.  Can still belly band when my 3 pairs of maternity pants are dirty (as pictured)  Feeling like I need to go to shopping because I keep recycling the same outfits which is not like me at all!    

Stretch marks: None

Sleep: Sleeping well.  I can usually fall asleep very quickly.  Having some middle of the night trips to the bathroom, but not interrupting my sleep too much.  Back to be sleepy very early in the evening- around 8-8:30.  Breathe right strips help eliminate the snoring and the hubby is quick to remind me when I forget to use them.

Symptoms:  My back and feet are way more tired/sore at the end of EVERY day.  Still have dizzy spells. I have a spot on my right leg that is tingly which the dr. says means little Ainsleigh is laying on a nerve.

Best moment this week: Finally painting the nursery this past weekend.  It's a beautiful grey and I can't wait to get going all the rest of the room. 

Miss anything: Sushi, and a glass of red wine.

Movement: Lots of movement, especially after I eat.  I started feeling her kick/move up at the top of my stomach in the last couple of days.  I think she's finally starting to stretch out but she loves the right side still!
Food Cravings: Sweets, apples, sweet tea

Anything make you sick or queasy:ground beef still out and haven't done the Greek yogurt in the last 2 weeks

Gender: GIRL!  Ainsleigh Ryen. 

Belly Button in or out: in but starting to flatten out and my belly button ring doesn't quite sit right in my belly button any more.

Wedding rings on or off: on

Mood: Happy most of the time.  Still have lots to do and get stressed easily. 

Looking forward to:   Getting our furniture in. October break from school! Mom and MIL coming to town!!!