Mommy Monday {34 Weeks}

Well this last week did not go quite as planned. I went to my normally scheduled 34 week check up with some concerns about Braxton Hicks contractions. My doctor suggested we hook me up to the monitors to check. It turns out I wasn't having any contractions, but Baby's heartbeat was not as variable as they would like to see. They brought me back for a Bio Physical Profile {BPP} ultrasound, which is kind of like APGARS for the inside, and Baby did not pass that either. She was supposed to get at least 8 out of 10, but got 6 out of 10. They look at movement, heart rate and whether or not baby takes "practice breaths". Well she was moving and her heart rate was fine, but those darn practice breaths. SOOOO they sent me to labor and delivery to be monitored for 6 more hours and then have a repeat BPP Ultrasound. Of course, she cooperated just fine as soon as the monitors were connected, her heart rate was super variable and all the nurses said she looked great, and she practically showed off during the ultrasound. So many "practice breaths"! They also found that I have excessive amniotic fluid, so hopefully that is not causing any problems.

Whew! I'm so glad that ordeal ended well, but now I have weekly checkups, Non-stress tests, and BPP ultrasounds. I'm incredibly thankful that my doctor is being proactive and overly cautious, but I have so much stress related to all this. Baby girl continues to be active, so I'm trying not to worry too much.

How far along?  34 weeks, 4 days

Total weight gain/measurements: I'm up a total of 30 lbs so far. 

Maternity clothes: It was in the 90's all weekend here so I was living in dresses, shorts, and tank tops.  

Stretch marks: None to report and hoping to keep it that way. I'm lathering my belly in Burt's Bee's Mama Bee. I have added The Honest Co. Belly Balm and just love the smell of it. I'm currently using both of these to make sure my belly is nice and moisturized. 

Sleep: I have not been sleeping well at all. Tossing, turning, and bathroom trips are keeping me awake most of the night.  

Exercise: I'm still going to my prenatal yoga classes, but have not done Beachbody On Demand. I'm just not feeling up to being so active. I'm exhausted and definitely slowing down these last couple weeks. 

Best moment this week: 4 day Memorial Day weekend. It was so nice to relax. I got a prenatal massage on Friday and it was GLORIOUS. 

Miss anything? Exercising  and uninterrupted sleep! My back is doing better this week due to a trip to the Chiropractor and my massage.  

Movement:  She has been most active around 9-11pm. She is active most of the time, though. She gets the hiccups all the time and it's just the cutest!

Food cravings: Still CRAVING watermelon. It is so tasty!

Anything making you queasy or sick? Bell Peppers and Celery!

Gender: Girl #2!

Labor signs: I'm still having Braxton Hicks, but I'm not dilated at all. At least I know they are not productive, just a nuisance. 

Belly button in or out? In, but sneaking it's way out. It's out sometimes depending on where baby is located in my belly. 

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or moody most of the time: This last week I was a little stressed, but for the most part was in a good mood!  

Looking forward to:  Seeing baby on my weekly ultrasound again!

Until next time! 

Mommy Monday {33 weeks}

You guys, this belly is no joke. I've been so uncomfortable lately and just can't imagine having to last 7 {SEVEN} more weeks. On a completely unrelated, yet somewhat related, note, I've been toying around with hiring a doula and cannot for the life of me decide if I want to {or if it's worth it to} spend the money. Has anyone hired one? Thoughts? Are they worth it? Help!

How far along?  33 weeks, 4 days

Total weight gain/measurements: I'm just gonna stick with 28 lbs because I haven't weighed myself recently. 

Maternity clothes: I'm seriously living in dresses. I'm so glad it's warm out again.  

Stretch marks: None to report and hoping to keep it that way. I'm lathering my belly in Burt's Bee's Mama Bee. I have added The Honest Co. Belly Balm and just love the smell of it. I'm currently using both of these to make sure my belly is nice and moisturized. 

Sleep: I have been dealing with some major pregnancy insomnia lately. It's really taking a toll on my mental state. I'm up from about 1-3 or 4 every night. Nothing I do helps and I just can't seem to stay sleeping.  

Exercise: I'm not gonna lie, I haven't done Beachbody On Demand since we moved and I likely won't again until baby comes. I might try it this weekend and see if it helps me feel any better physically. I have been going to my Prenatal Yoga every week, though.

Best moment this week: Lennon's 2nd birthday party. I still can't believe she's going to be 2 in a little over a week! 

Miss anything? Exercising  and uninterrupted sleep! My back has also been killing me lately. If I'm able to just lay down and relax, it doesn't hurt as much. Let's be honest, though, that never happens. 

Movement:  She has been most active around 9-11pm. Although, today she decided to kick me real good in the ribs. That was the first time she's inflicted any pain. She has, however, managed to make my entire belly numb from all the kicking. 

Food cravings: This week, I'm all about watermelon!

Anything making you queasy or sick? Bell Peppers and Celery!

Gender: Girl #2!

Labor signs: Braxton Hicks were no joke this week. I actually started timing them because they were a little concerning. I may actually ask my doctor to monitor me for a little bit tomorrow during my appointment. Hopefully nothing too concerning is going on and they are just Braxton Hicks. 

Belly button in or out? In, but sneaking it's way out. It's out sometimes depending on where baby is located in my belly. 

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or moody most of the time: My mood has been off and on lately, some days I'm more happy or sad than others.  

Looking forward to:  4 day weekend for Memorial Day!

Until next time! 

Mommy Monday {31 Weeks and 32 Weeks}

I know that I didn't post last week and I wish that I had a really good excuse, but I'm not gonna lie.. I was just too tired. I had a new prenatal yoga class on Monday night and I was just fried. Last week was rough in more ways than one. The kids at school are acting like crazy loons, we had a bajillion after school meetings last week, and this baby is sucking the life out of me. That all combines to be the perfect storm of exhaustion. I just want this school year to be done so I can focus on being the best mom that I can be to Lennon and making sure I am ready for Baby 2's arrival!

How far along?  31 weeks AND 32 weeks, 4 days

Total weight gain/measurements: Well, I'm up about 28 lbs now. I'm really trying to keep my weight gain under control, but stress eating is a real thing! Hopefully the next couple weeks at school are a little less stressful. 

Maternity clothes: Dresses, dresses, and more dresses!

Stretch marks: None to report and hoping to keep it that way. I'm lathering my belly in Burt's Bee's Mama Bee. I have added The Honest Co. Belly Balm and just love the smell of it. I'm currently using both of these to make sure my belly is nice and moisturized. 

Sleep: I've been getting decent sleep, but still wake up a couple times a night to use the bathroom. I also have been having hip pain, which sometimes gets in the way. 

Exercise: I'm not gonna lie, I haven't done Beachbody On Demand since we moved. I've just been too busy trying to get our house unpacked and settled. I swear I'm going to start doing my exercises this weekend again. I just feel so much better after I have done them! I have been going to my Prenatal Yoga every week, though and have now added another Prenatal Yoga class on Monday's. 

Best moment this week: Getting to relax for Mother's Day. 

Miss anything? Exercising! I've got to get back in the swing of things {still}. And I also miss not having to limp because of hip/sciatic pain.  

Movement:  She's moving all the time. She is definitely more active than Lennon was. 

Food cravings: Root beer floats {hello weight gain!}. 

Anything making you queasy or sick? Bell Peppers and Celery!

Gender: Girl #2!

Labor signs: I've been having more and more Braxton Hicks Contractions. They don't last long and don't hurt, but man are they a nuisance. 

Belly button in or out? In, but sneaking it's way out. It's out sometimes depending on where baby is located in my belly. 

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or moody most of the time: My mood has been off and on lately, some days I'm more happy or sad than others.  

Looking forward to:  Lennon's Birthday party!

Until next time!