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!

Full Term

How far along: 37 weeks

Baby Size:  Winter Melon

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 pounds

Maternity clothes: Bring on the PJ's, big T's and yoga pants: ) I'm growing out of my maternity clothes. My church dresses still fit but as far as everyday going out I'm very limited. Nothing constricting is comfortable anymore. I refuse to buy any other clothes! I rarely leave the house because I am constantly cleaning, walking or sleeping.   

Stretch marks: Still no signs of them! I wonder if I'm in the clear?

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: Spending time with Forrest. He has been so incredibly sweet this week. I've been soaking up our nighttime snuggles!  

Miss Anything: Bending over and being in the same position for longer than 30 minutes

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. 

Food cravings: I'm back to my normal pre-pregnancy appetite. No cravings! 

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

Labor Signs: We went to L&D Wednesday night because my contractions were 3-4 minutes apart and lasted for 3 hours! We were sent home because I was only dilated 1 cm and my contractions weren't strong enough. 

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

Symptoms: Contractions 
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 week baby free!

4 Weeks To Go!

How far along: 36 weeks

Baby Size:  Honeydew
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. 

Weight gain: 36 pounds

Maternity clothes: Bring on the PJ's, big T's and yoga pants: ) I'm growing out of my maternity clothes. My church dresses still fit but as far as everyday going out I'm very limited. Nothing constricting is comfortable anymore. I refuse to buy any other clothes! I rarely leave the house because I am constantly cleaning, walking or sleeping.   

Stretch marks: Still no signs of them! I wonder if I'm in the clear?

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week! Exhaustion has reared it's ugly head again! I usually get up with Forrest and see him off to work then go back to bed until 10/10:30. At night I'm out by 8:30-9 pm.

Best moment this week: Finishing our to do list and soaking up time with Forrest. I've really enjoyed spending our evenings together working on projects and snuggling on the couch afterwards. 

Miss Anything: Bending over and being in the same position for longer than 30 minutes

Movement: Baby AJ is constantly moving every morning and a lot more active all day long! Little Man is still rolling constantly! His heartrate is 140 bpm. 

Food cravings: I'm still hungry all the time but it's not as bad as last week. I'm still on a shaved ice kick. 

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

Labor Signs: I've gone a few days without any braxton hicks! 

Exercise: I've been taking 30 minutes walks with Lexi during the day. I would like for them to be longer but we've been using our evenings to work on to do's.

Symptoms: I'm a lot more comfortable this week. I don't feel Aiden as low as last week! HELLO chipmunk cheeks, everything especially hands are swollen! 
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: Starting off next week with EVERYTHING done and focusing on exercise! 
Goals: Enjoy my last few week baby free!

35 Weeks

How far along: 35 weeks

Baby Size:  Coconut
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. 

Weight gain: I didn't weigh this week but I KNOW everything I gained went straight to my face!

Maternity clothes: Bring on the PJ's, big T's and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: No stretch marks yet! My belly is itchy this week only after I lotion up my belly!

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week! Exhaustion has reared it's ugly head again! I usually get up with Forrest and see him off to work then go back to bed until 10/10:30. At night I'm out by 8:30-9 pm.

Best moment this week: Going on the hospital tour! I love learning about all the details!

Miss Anything: Bending over

Movement: Baby AJ is constantly moving every morning and a lot more active all day long! Little Man has (what I think are) hiccups at least four times a day! I feel rhythmic movement for at least 10 minutes. He's still rolling around all day! I continually feel him VERY LOW!

Food cravings: I'm still hungry all the time but it's not as bad as last week. This week everything tastes good. I have been craving banana pinapple smoothies with shaved ice. 

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

Labor Signs: I usually have about 5-7 braxton hicks per day! No dilation!

Exercise: I'm back to walking and it feels great! It's hard to get started but so worth the effort!

Symptoms: Aiden feels like he is about to FALL OUT, NO bladder control, HELLO chipmunk cheeks, uncomfortable, everything especially hands are swollen! 
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: Off
Looking forward to: My OB appt at 36 weeks : )
Goals: Get 2nd round of thank you notes sent out

6 Weeks TO GO!

How far along: 34 weeks

Baby Size:  Butternut Squash
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. 

Weight gain: 32.5 pounds 

Maternity clothes: Bring on the PJ's, big T's and yoga pants: ) 

Stretch marks: No stretch marks yet! My belly is itchy this week only after I lotion up my belly!

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week! Forrest has been persistent about making sure I am completely happy! He blows up the air mattress in the living room every night for me so that I can be comfortable watching TV together. I'm usually out from 8:30-9 pm- 7am!

Best moment this week: Our second shower in town : )

Miss Anything: Bending over

Movement: Baby AJ is constantly moving every morning and a lot more active all day long! Little Man has (what I think are) hiccups at least four times a day! I feel rhythmic movement for at least 10 minutes. He's still rolling around all day!

Food cravings: I'm still on a ice cold food kick but can not get the thought of honey chicken out of my brain! This week I've been starving! One morning I ate two eggs, 2 pieces of turkey sausage, a big bowl of fruit and was still hungry so I fixed a piece of PB toast! Get this...I was hungry 30 minutes later! HELP...how do I stay full?

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

Labor Signs: I've had a few braxton hicks but never anymore than 2 per day!

Exercise: No walking this week at ALL! If I'm out of the house I haven't been eating good : ( I'm going to try to do better this week!

Symptoms: Acid reflux isn't consistently everyday anymore, NO bladder control, HELLO chipmunk cheeks, uncomfortable
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: On
Looking forward to: Spending the day at the Strawberry Festival with Mom & Dad!
Goals: Get 2nd round of thank you notes sent out

33 Weeks

I know the pictures are far from glamorous at this point
but I want to keep documenting so I will have something to look back on. 

How far along: 33 weeks

Baby Size:  Pineapple
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. 

Weight gain: 31.5 pounds 

Maternity clothes: Bring on the PJ's and big T's : ) Forrest made the comment yesterday that I may need to buy a few more t shirts.  

Stretch marks: No stretch marks yet! My belly is starting to get really itchy. This is the first time that's happened. I wonder if that means stretch marks are coming?

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week except for the night after our shower! Forrest and I were both up until 1:30 am because we were so excited about everything we got. I just couldn't turn my brain off.

Best moment this week: Our first shower : ) Forrest has already put together the pack 'n play and jogging stroller (and taken it for a test drive at 9:30 PM)

Miss Anything: Bending over
Movement: Baby AJ is constantly moving every morning and a lot more active all day long! Forrest felt our little man for a solid 10 minutes rolling around the night of 2/27 (Tuesday). I thought from here on out Aiden would be less active because he's running out of room?     

Food cravings: This week I can't get enough of really cold things like strawberries straight out of the refrigerator, apple juice slightly frozen and ice cold water. 

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

Labor Signs: I've had a few braxton hicks but never anymore than 2 per day!

Exercise: Walking 3-4 miles a day and eating clean during the week!

Symptoms: Acid reflux isn't consistently everyday anymore, NO bladder control, HELLO chipmunk cheeks, uncomfortable
Belly Button in or out: IN
Wedding rings on or off: On
Looking forward to: My 2nd shower this Saturday : )
Goals: Get 1st round of thank you notes sent out

32 Weeks

How far along: 32 weeks

Baby Size:  Squash
Baby Developments: Aiden is going to be packing on the pounds from here on out! He is 15.2-16.7 inches long and weighs 2.5-3.8 lbs. 

Weight gain: 29 pounds 

Maternity clothes: Bring on the PJ's : ) I've been living in them lately.

Stretch marks: No stretch marks yet! The ones on the back of my leg have gone away!

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week! I've been sleeping through the night until about 4 am when I wake up and go back to sleep after about 30 minutes. Strange that it's 4 EVERY SINGLE NIGHT? 

Best moment this week: Getting spoiled from Forrest on Valentines Day and My Birthday : )

Miss Anything: NOTHING! My energy level is WAY better this week!

Movement: Baby AJ is still extremely active in the mornings! 10 am is his most active time

Food cravings: Ice cold water, turkey sausage, scrambled eggs

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

Labor Signs: Nothing! Praying it stays the same!

Exercise: Walking 3-4 miles a day and eating clean during the week!

Symptoms: Acid reflux isn't consistently everyday anymore, NO bladder control, HELLO chipmunk cheeks 
Belly Button in or out: It's in and I can see the "bottom" of my belly button now...so weird!
Wedding rings on or off: On
Looking forward to: My back to back showers the next two weekends : )
Goals: Continue working on my pregnancy to do list!

31 Weeks

How far along: 31 weeks

Baby Size:  Pineapple
Baby Developments: Aiden is going to be packing on the pounds from here on out! He is 15.2-16.7 inches long and weighs 2.5-3.8 lbs. 

Weight gain: I haven't weighed in awhile because a stupid number started consuming me! I'm going to continue to eat good and not stress about "staying in the normal range."

Maternity clothes: OH YES! Maternity clothes are a necessity! I'm still in living in Forrest's tshirts at night and yoga pants are my new best friend! I bought a few maternity dresses this week because I'm growing out of my other ones. 

Stretch marks: No stretch marks yet! The ones on the back of my leg have gone away!

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week! 

Miss Anything: NOTHING! My energy level is WAY better this week!

Movement: Baby AJ is still extremely active in the mornings! 

Food cravings: Ice cold water, turkey sausage, scrambled eggs

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

Labor Signs: Nothing! Praying it stays the same!

Exercise: Walking 3-4 miles a day and eating clean during the week!

Symptoms: Acid reflux is not consistently everyday anymore 
Belly Button in or out: It's in and I can see the "bottom" of my belly button now...so weird!
Wedding rings on or off: On
Looking forward to: Getting my house cleaned next week!
Goals: Continue working on my pregnancy to do list!

10 Weeks To Go!

How far along: 30 weeks

Baby Size:  Cucumber
Baby Developments: Aiden is going to be packing on the pounds from here on out! He is 15.2-16.7 inches long and weighs 2.5-3.8 lbs.

Weight gain: I haven't weighed in two weeks because a stupid number started consuming me! I'm going to continue to eat good and not stress about "staying in the normal range."

Maternity clothes: OH YES! Maternity clothes are a necessity! I'm still in living in Forrest's tshirts at night and yoga pants are my new best friend! Comfort is key : ) 

Stretch marks: No stretch marks yet! The ones on the back of my leg have gone away!

Sleep: Sleep has been great this week! My crazy dreams are back again!

Best moment this week: Getting Aiden's nursery letters in the mail!

Miss Anything: NOTHING! My energy level is WAY better this week!

Movement: I've noticed Aiden is always less active on Monday's. He will be moving and shaking Tuesday-Sunday then somewhat docile come Monday morning! 

Food cravings: Lime sherbet, strawberry limeade

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

Labor Signs: I had a 2 hour long cramp Sunday morning that would not go away!

Exercise: Walking 3-4 miles a day and eating clean during the week!

Symptoms: Acid reflux, feet started swelling at night 
Belly Button in or out: It's in and I can see the "bottom" of my belly button now...so weird!
Wedding rings on or off: On
Looking forward to: Seeing my family this weekend! Aiden needs to have some grandparent time with his P Diddy and KK : )
Goals: Continue and working on my pregnancy to do list!