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I just got up from the couch where I was snugglin' with Forrest soaking up our last few hours alone. We are both a little anxious but more excited than anything else! We are so thankful for the love and support we have already received today. Each call, text and email means the world to us so keep them coming : )

We will try to keep updates sent out as often as possible. Please continue to keep us in your prayers!  

41 Weeks...We Made It!

How far along: 41 weeks

Baby Size:  Jackfruit (Not sure what that is)

Baby Developments: My OB estimated that Aiden will weigh 8 lb 4 oz at birth if I go to 41 weeks.

Weight gain: Yes : )

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's to bed (that do NOT cover the bottom of my belly) and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips and lower belly! When I ask Forrest about the ones on my lower belly (since I can't see them) he says they aren't stretch marks just red scratches that will go away. Nothing like lying to your super duper pregnant wife to create peace : )    

Sleep: I've been waking up every few hours to go to the bathroom and go right back to sleep.I'm taking naps 2-3 hr long naps again!

Best moment this week: Forrest loves feeling Aiden this week more than any other! He can feel elbows knees, a butt and ankles pretty much constantly. We are excited to know that we will be holding our little man sometime Thursday : )

Miss Anything: I'm not missing anything because I am so thankful to be carrying a blessing from the Lord. I haven't been as uncomfortable as I thought I would in the last few weeks.
Movement: Baby AJ feels huge! There is not a time when I don't feel one body part or another. He is constantly moving!  

Food cravings: All fruit popsicles with no sugar. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: Absolutely NONE!

Exercise: This week my exercise was in the form of deep cleaning!   

Symptoms: Weak gag reflex, mild acid reflux, a few braxton hicks a day  
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man sometime Thursday, Lord willing! 
Goals: Have a healthy baby!

40 Weeks

How far along: 40 weeks

Baby Size:  Jackfruit (Not sure what that is)

Baby Developments: My OB estimated that Aiden will weigh 8 lb 4 oz at birth if I go to 41 weeks.

Weight gain: 40 (Yes, Dad that includes water weight!)

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's to bed (that do NOT cover the bottom of my belly) and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips and lower belly!   

Sleep: I've been waking up every few hours to go to the bathroom and go right back to sleep.I'm taking naps like a champ again!

Best moment this week: Knowing that we will be holding our little man in 7 days : )  

Miss Anything: I'm not missing anything because I am so thankful to be carrying a blessing from the Lord. 

Movement: Baby AJ likes to lay with his butt and back pressed up against the outside of my belly. I can usually feel the curve of his butt and spine. He's back to moving the most in the mornings/evenings and rolling in between. 

Food cravings: My feet were really swollen over the weekend while Mom & Dad were here. I think it may have been the BBQ Pringles : ) I went back to eating moderately well Monday morning and I'm back to my normal slightly puffy hands and feet. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: Induction is still scheduled for the 25th! I've had 3-4 braxton hicks per day but nothing anymore than that!

Exercise: My goal is to take two slow 30 minute walks with Lexi every day!  

Symptoms: Weak gag reflex, mild acid reflux, 3-4 braxton hicks a day  
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man in 7 days! 
Goals: Deep clean the living room and kitchen AGAIN!

39 Weeks

How far along: 39 weeks

Baby Size:  Watermelon

Baby Developments: Aiden is going to be packing on the pounds from here on out! He is 17.2-18.7 inches long and weighs 4.2-5.8 lbs. He's getting healthier and stronger this week! 

Weight gain: 38 lbs

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's to bed (that do NOT cover the bottom of my belly) and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips and lower belly!   

Sleep: I've been waking up every few hours to go to the bathroom and go right back to sleep.I'm taking naps like a champ again!

Best moment this week: Seeing the excitement on Mom, Dad & Bethany's face when they felt Aiden have the hiccups.  

Miss Anything: Sitting in one spot for longer than 15 minutes. That's the main reason I have updated the blog lately. It kills me to sit at the computer. 

Movement: Baby AJ likes to lay with his butt and back pressed up against the outside of my belly. I can usually feel the curve of his butt and spine. He's back to moving the most in the mornings/evenings and rolling in between. 

Food cravings: This week my appetite is less than it was pre-pregnancy. No cravings! 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: After seeing my OB on Wednesday, she decided to go ahead and schedule my induction for 4/25. I'm still 1 cm and not effaced at all. We have done a lot of praying about our delivery and have complete confidence in our doctors. I'm satisfied with an induction if that's what it takes to see our Little Man!

Exercise: I walked 4 miles one day this week and hurt for 3 days. Now my goal is to take two 30 minute walks with Lexi every day!  

Symptoms: Strong gag reflex, mild acid reflux, 3-4 braxton hicks a day  
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man in a few weeks by the 26th! 
Goals: Enjoy my last few weeks baby free!

38 Weeks

How far along: 38 weeks

Baby Size:  Pumpkin

Baby Developments: Aiden is going to be packing on the pounds from here on out! He is 17.2-18.7 inches long and weighs 4.2-5.8 lbs. He's getting healthier and stronger this week! 

Weight gain: 36 lbs

Maternity clothes: Tunics, PJ's, big T's and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: A few small ones popped up on both of my hips!

Sleep: I've been waking up about every hour to go to the bathroom. I have had a few hours when I just couldn't fall back asleep. I stopped fighting it and just turned on the tv. I've been taking naps here and there in the afternoons.  

Best moment this week: I love hearing the excitement in peoples' voices when I talk about Aiden!  

Miss Anything: This week I've spent my time either being a "sassy frass" to Forrest or kissing up to him to make up for being mean. I miss being nice all day long! (And I'm sure I'm not the only one)

Movement: Baby AJ likes to lay with his butt and back pressed up against the outside of my belly. I can usually feel the curve of his butt and spine. He's back to moving the most in the mornings and rolling the rest of the day. 

Food cravings: This week my appetite is less than it was pre-pregnancy. No cravings! 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Fish, Garlic flavored crackers

Labor Signs: I've been having contractions off and on for the last week. I had painful contractions Monday night that lasted from 7:30 pm-10:30 pm. Forrest rubbed my back, legs, feet, hands and head until they went away. Stay cooking for one more week Little Man!

Exercise: I've been taking it easy since my trip to L&D. We really want to give Aiden a week more to cook. 

Symptoms: Strong gag reflex, contractions, shooting pains in my lower abdomen 
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Seeing our little man in a few weeks! 
Goals: Enjoy my last few weeks baby free!