Seriously I have no idea where the time has gone. I guess I should count myself lucky. Most people will tell you that their pregnancy has taken forever.. not me. I think it has a little bit to do with the fact that I am scared to death to deliver a baby. You think I would be used to it by now. I have seen over 100 births and assisted in plenty of c-sections, but the bad thing is that I know everything that can go wrong. I know all the nurses terms. I have a huge fear of needles. The list goes on...
So here is the update.
A week before this was taken, I had another doctors appointment, and it went a little something like this.
They weighed me. In total this pregnancy I have gained a total of 10 pounds. ((you go baby Suprise))
They checked on baby's heart beat. His little heart was beating 130 beats a minute. This was good news to hear but the doctor seemed concerned. He didn't say anything but you could tell by the look on his face. He moved the little wand on my stomach a second time and seemed satisfied. Hopefully this isn't a sign of something bad to happen.
They told me how I did on my glucose test. I scored a 121. They tell me I passed, but to be honest that is totally on the high side. The cut off is 140. No wonder I thought the drink tasted so good!!
They checked my blood pressure. I usually run on the higher side. 135/93. With the bottom number being so high they checked it again. 143/90. It had gone up. The nurse just looked at me and said, "It's already starting." I knew exactly what she meant. With an increase in my blood pressure could mean there was protein in my urine. Which is also a sign that I could be developing pre-eclampsia.
Things didn't get better. I had been having cramping all week. The doctor decided it was best he checked my cervix.
OUCH! It was a little painful. I have not started to dilate, which I guess is a good sign.
Before leaving the office they took my blood pressure one last time. 127/90. The nurse turned the machine taking my blood pressure toward the doctor. He gave me the okay to go home. But I could tell the nurse didn't like his decision. She whispered to me "Do you think you could pee in a cup for me?" I shook my head. After just getting checked I didn't think it was even possible.
I now get to see the doctor every 2 weeks. Although my normal doctor wont be in town on new years eve so I get to wait until January 7th. I think this next appointment will have a lot more of telling what will happen for me in the next few weeks. Until then I guess there is no need to worry right?
We had a great Christmas. Steven definitely got spoiled. Two new hats, some new basketball shorts, three new pairs of jeans, the shirt he is wearing in the photo, new socks, a toy airplane, and a ps3 game thing that he is holding in the picture.
I can't complain either. I got apple tv, two new pairs of sweats, some make up from sephora, a make up bag, Elizabeth Smarts new book, some baby bottles, three new outfits for our baby, a gift card for after I deliver, a gift card to costco, some ray bans, and the list goes on.
I had to work Christmas eve, which kind of ruined Christmas. Although I do have the sweetest husband in the world. He and my two sister-in-laws came to the hospital and brought me my Christmas PJ's. Steven told me I couldn't come home unless I was wearing them. After my 12 hour shift was over I opened up my car to find my stocking sitting on the passenger seat. It was so sweet, and made Christmas a little better. I slept most of the morning and missed my brother-in-law calling home from his mission, which I felt horrible for. We then spent the rest of the day at my parents house.
Which brings me to today. December 29
How far along? 31.2
Total weight gain? 10 pounds.. probably more by now. with the holidays I would guess I put on another 5 pounds
Maternity clothes? YES. I gave in. I bought maternity jeans. I couldn't take it any longer. And now I wish I had bought them sooner. They are WAY better than trying to do up my button every morning.
Stretch marks? zero. lets keep it that way. Only 9 more weeks or less. I believe in miracles.
Sleep? Practically non existent. I wake up every two hours every night with out fail.
Best moment this week? Just this morning, I was laying on my side with my hand on my stomach because I kept feeling the little one kick me. It felt like his heel. I had Steve put his hand on my stomach. His face lit up, I've never seen him so happy. He was like WHOA!! It feels like he is trying to break out of there.
Food cravings? Not this week.
Anything making you sick or queasy? Not getting enough sleep has been making me so sick to my stomach
Labor signs? Cramping. I have also been getting back pain but just on the left side
Belly button in or out? I have a full on outtie. I tried to poke it back in... it didn't work in case anyone was wondering
Wedding ring on or off? Still on. Although my fingers feel like they are starting to swell up a bit
Happy or Moody most of the time? I think the answer to this would be emotional. I have been crying a lot lately. Mostly because I can't even imagine a baby here. I have also started my "nesting" phase which makes me super angry sometimes when I have just cleaned something and the next day to find the room dirty. grrrr
Looking forward to? Tuesday. Ringing in the NEW YEAR! 2014 has a lot in store for us, and I can't even wait!!!!
