How far along?

31 weeks!

How big is the peanut? 

The size of Asparagus. He is about 17" long and can weigh up to 3.8 lbs.

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 2.8 lbs this week, bringing my weight to 150.6 lbs! I think eating dessert everyday has contributed to this almost 3 lb weight gain this week! 

Maternity clothes?

Yes!  

Sleep?

I am still waking up in the night with hot sweats! Rolling over is becoming quite the task, so I do find myself waking up often to change positions.

Best moment this week?

This past Sunday, my bestie and our Mom's got together for brunch at our favourite spot, The Ranche in fish creek park! I am still dreaming about the berry stuffed french toast-so good! We discussed my baby shower which is coming up so soon! She is putting so much work and planning into my shower, I feel so blessed to have her!

Symptoms?

Shortness of breath, exhaustion, heartburn, and I have to pee ALL the time! This third trimester is no joke!

Food cravings?

Strawberries and chocolate.

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy.

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In 

What I miss?

My mobility. I just don't get around as easily as I used to. I could also go for a big glass of wine right about now!

What I am looking forward to?

We are off to BC tomorrow for Canada Day weekend! The hubby and I also have next week off work, so we are planning on getting lots of the nursery projects done!

Milestones?

Baby's 5 senses are now working. We are also in the single digit countdown! 9 weeks left, baby boy!! :)

Bump?

Quite big now! I feel like I have really grown in the last week!

30 weeks

How far along?

The big 3-0! The 10 week count down is on!

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a Zucchini. He is about 17" long and weighs just over 3 lbs.

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 1.4 lbs this week, bringing my weight to 147.8 lbs.

Maternity clothes?

Yes!  

Sleep?

I am waking up in the night with hot sweats and I mean full on soaked! This has only happened a few times, but I anticipate more to come during the heat of the summer. I am also waking up pretty uncomfortable. I feel out of breath, and sore in the morning. It takes me a while to adjust and actually get my body out of bed.

Best moment this week?

The hubby put the crib together!! Baby's room is looking more like a nursery, and it makes my heart so happy!

Symptoms?

Lack of energy, and an achy body. It's all worth it in the end! :)

Food cravings?

Strawberries!

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy. I am having so much fun buying things for a little boy! I thought I would be in more trouble if this baby was a girl, with all the cute florals, bows and ruffles but boy was I wrong! There are so many cute baby boy things out there!

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

Still in. I would be surprised if it pops out.

What I miss?

Simple things like bending over to put my shoes on or pick something up with out being out of breath. 

What I am looking forward to?

We are heading out of town in one week, which will be a nice getaway for a few days. I am so ready for some R&R by the pool! 

Milestones?

Making it to 30 weeks! Baby boy will be growing a ton in the next 7 weeks (about half a pound per week!). 

Bump?

I am loving my bump!

29 weeks

How far along?

29 weeks

How big is the peanut? 

The size of an Acorn Squash. He is 16" long and weighs about 2.5-3 lbs.

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 1 pound this week, bringing my weight to 146.4 lbs.

Maternity clothes?

Pretty much the only thing I am wearing these days, with the exception of some stretchier non maternity pieces I can still wear. 

Sleep?

Pretty good, but I am still waking up SUPER tired! I feel like I need to nap a few times a day, just to make it through.

Best moment this week?

We got to hear baby boy's heartbeat again at my 28 week check up. I also passed my first glucose test, so I don't need to do the second one-YAY!!

Symptoms?

Heartburn, and fatigue. Maybe it is from being so busy lately, but I don't feel rested. I am hoping this isn't the third trimester fatigue already. I was hoping I wouldn't loose my energy so soon. :(

Food cravings?

Cereal. I could eat a whole box every night if I let myself. 

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

I have been wanting to sleep on my stomach again the last few nights.

What I am looking forward to?

I am finally done refinishing the crib we purchased. This was a very big task, but it has turned out SO GOOD!! I did the last coat of wax on the final two pieces this past Sunday, so I am letting it cure for a week before we put it together this weekend. I am so excited to have the crib set up in the nursery!

Milestones?

Only one more week until we hit 30 weeks! Baby has grown so much, and his movements are getting more frequent and pronounced! 

Bump?

Yup, and still no stretch marks.

28 weeks: Hello Third Trimester!

How far along?

28 weeks! 

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a cabbage. He is 16" long and weighs about 2.5 lbs.

Total weight gain/loss?

I gained 1 pound this week, bringing my weight to 145.4 lbs. I have gained a total of 17 lbs so far. 

Maternity clothes?

I went to Thyme Maternity and bought some shorts and basic tee's for the summer. I also added some maternity tops and shorts from Old Navy to my wardrobe. It is so nice to have some options in my closet now! :)

Sleep?

Between the heat, and my mind that won't stop (so much to do and plan!!), I have had a hard time falling asleep. Baby boy has also been moving a TON at night! Those big jolts and waves from him are very distracting when I am trying to sleep, but let's be honest, I LOVE feeling him move around in there even if that means less shut-eye.

Best moment this week?

We finally moved Anders' desk/chair/computer out of the nursery, so now the room is all ready to be set up for baby boy! I moved his dresser in there, and all the other things I have purchased for the nursery (which have been scattered around the rest of my house for many weeks-the things we don't show on instagram). I started taking the tags off all his clothes, and hanging them up in the closet...major heart melting moment!! I get so emotional looking at the tiny outfits he will soon be in. I can't believe he is going to be ours, and that we get to hold him so soon!

Symptoms?

Still heartburn, and the nesting has officially begun! My house is going to be the most organized it has ever been! Fingers crossed it stays that way!

Food cravings?

Chocolate, and ice cream.

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Eggs Benedict! Not being able to eat soft egg yolk and hollandaise sauce while pregnant, sucks! :(

What I am looking forward to?

Our trip out to BC in a few weeks for Canada Day! It will be so nice to relax and get away from our routine for a few days. 

Milestones?

We are in the THIRD TRIMESTER!!! Making it to this point feels so good! Pregnancy after loss can really take the joy out of enjoying each week. For the longest time, I would wake up each morning and wonder if we will have another day with this baby. Will we actually be taking this baby home in the end? I was constantly checking for spotting, and then once I was able to feel him move, I was trying not to worry if I didn't feel him move. Even though I have been so hopeful this entire pregnancy, it has still been hard not to worry. My worries have diminished tremendously over the previous weeks, and now that we are in the home stretch of this pregnancy, I am so calm and excited to meet our sweet baby boy! 12 more weeks!

Bump?

Yup, and still no stretch marks. :)

27 weeks

How far along?

27 weeks! 

How big is the peanut? 

The size of a cucumber. He is 15" long and weighs about 2.2 lbs!

Total weight gain/loss?

I lost weight this week. I weigh 144.4 lbs, which brings me down 0.6 lbs from last weeks weigh in. I was a lot more active this last week.

Maternity clothes?

My Pink Blush dresses came in! I also went to a maternity store to find some basics tee's, but only found one in my size. I will be checking again this weekend, as the majority of my tops don't make it over my belly. 

Sleep?

I am LOVING my Snoogle pillow! Aside from getting up once in the night to pee, I am sleeping pretty well!

Best moment this week?

We picked the stroller! They are on back order until end of July, so I had to pre-order, and put a deposit down. I chose the UPPAbaby VISTA stroller with bassinet. I love the bassinet option as it is overnight sleep approved which will be great for travelling, and this stroller can accommodate two children one day! Now, we just need to pick out the car seat. 

Symptoms?

Heartburn

Food cravings?

Chocolate

Food aversions?

Nothing

Gender?

Baby boy

Labour signs?

None

Belly button in or out?

In

What I miss?

Not being able to have more than one cup of coffee a day. There are just some days I need an afternoon pick-me-up. 

What I am looking forward to?

The hubby has his big exam this Saturday, so he has been studying A LOT lately (been feeling like a single lady these days). I will be happy to have him back so he can start planning for baby with me. I have done a lot of the baby shopping on my own or with my mom, which as been so fun, but it will be nice to have him more involved now. He can help me with some of the bigger nursery tasks and purchases! 

Milestones?

This is my last week in the second trimester! Where has the time gone? We are only 13 weeks away from meeting baby boy!

Bump?

Large and in charge!