Weeks 32-34

Howdy all! Not too much going on over here, just have one more week of teaching after this week and then Christmas vacation (and I´ll be done until after the baby!) Other than working, I´m just getting excited, antsy, nervous, ready, etc. for the baby. Lots of nesting going on and trying to stay busy with church!

How far along: 34 weeks, 3 days

Due date: 1/16/12

Gender: BOY! I´m pretty sure we have decided to change his name to Lucas Abelardo, so he will have the same middle name as his daddy :-)

Symptoms: Very tired, have a heavy, full belly, lots of pressure on my bladder, constantly peeing, pain in my ribs/difficult breathing, moving around is not as easy as it used to be, sleeping is difficult, but besides all this, I´m feeling good!

Total weight gain: Still on track and in the normal range with my weight gain, but don´t really feel like putting an exact number on here right now...

Food cravings: Hot chocolate

Food aversions: None, really

Movement: He has definitely run out of space, his movements are not nearly as frequent/active as they used to be, but he is definitely sill moving on a daily basis

Stretch marks: Still none yet, thank goodness!

Maternity clothes: Most definitely!

Sleep: Is becoming very difficult and I feel like I am needing more and more of it as the days go by!

Belly button–in or out: It´s officially out now!

Best thing that happened this week: Seeing my adorable little guy on Tuesday at the doctors!

Any baby-related purchases this week: Bought a few outfits for him on Sunday at the local flea market

Milestones reached: Only about a month left (give or take a few days!), Luke is still in the head down position and looking perfect and healthy, so that´s great. Loving every single day with this miracle :-)

What size is the baby: He now weighs 5.3 pounds and is about 18 inches long (more or less)

What I miss: Wine, playing soccer, dancing Zumba, eating cold deli meat sandwiches, sleeping on my stomach, not going to the bathroom every 30 minutes, walking/moving/breathing/sleeping normally

What I am looking forward to: Our second baby shower this Sunday (thrown by our wonderful church!), our 2 year Anniversary on Monday <3, last day of school on Friday Dec. 16th and then Christmas vacation and all the wonderful things that come with that! Most importantly, meeting our little boy in a few weeks!!!

Belly picture:

32 weeks (pajama edition)



33 weeks



34 weeks (taken before church on Sunday)

Luke

Here is the picture we got from the doctor´s on Tuesday:



Personally, I think he is the cutest baby I have ever seen in my life, but then again, my opinion might be a tad biased since I am his Mom! :-)

Weeks 28-31

I´ve been slacking these past few weeks...sorry! Working, church, and pregnancy pretty much do me in! So here I am, now at 31 weeks, 4 days. I will post all the pictures from the previous weeks at the bottom.

How far along: almost 32 weeks!!!

Due date: 1/16/12

Gender: BOY! Lucas Alexander will be his name <3 (Although, Abe is now pushing to change his middle name to Abelardo, so we shall see...)

Symptoms: Exhaustion! I get tired and out of breath just from walking up the stairs in our house! Breathing is not as easy as it used to be either. My belly is getting very heavy and itchy, thank goodness for lotion! Still having some back pain. Feet and hands are starting to swell a little, especially if I´ve been on my feet for a while. I wouldn´t trade any of these things for the world though...I love being pregnant!

Total weight gain: As of my last doctor´s appointment on Tuesday, I am up a total of 22 pounds, which is right on track, normal, and healthy!

Food cravings: Would really love some Krispy Kreme doughnuts right about now...

Food aversions: None, really

Movement: He is still active, but he´s running out of space in my belly. I get lots of jabs, rolls, kicks, etc. But since he is already in the head down position, it´s all little movements. It´s so fun to watch my belly move and stretch out though when he´s getting comfy in there!

Stretch marks: Still none yet, thank goodness!

Maternity clothes: Most definitely!

Sleep: Yes please! Haha I have been sleeping a LOT lately! Considering I wake up every 10 minutes to either change positions or go to the bathroom, it´s no surprise that I have to take a nap everyday as well!

Belly button–in or out: It´s officially out now!

Best thing that happened this week: Seeing my precious, handsome, adorable little son on the 3D ultrasound at the doctors. He has the chubbiest little cheeks, his Mommy´s mouth, and his Daddy´s nose! I love him so much already!

Any baby-related purchases this week: Haven´t bought anything for him in a while...

Milestones reached: Only 5-8 more weeks until we get to meet him! Nursery is pretty much as ready as it´s going to get right now (until my parents come in Jan. after his birth and bring more furniture, pictures, etc.) We just need to put a few things on the wall and do some general cleaning (dusting, sweeping, etc.) and then we will be good to go! We also have our last Lamaze class next week, so I am starting to feel more informed/prepared for his birth.

What size is the baby: My little fatty is weighing 4.12 pounds already! And is about 16-18 inches long!

What I miss: Wine, playing soccer, dancing Zumba, eating cold deli meat sandwiches, sleeping on my stomach

What I am looking forward to: Thanksgiving (even though it isn´t celebrated here), my second baby shower, our 2 year anniversary, finishing teaching for the year, Abe´s birthday, Christmas, and most importantly...meeting our son!!!

Belly picture:

Week 28



Week 29



Week 30



Week 31

All of these pictures were taken at our friends beautiful wedding. Abe and I had the privilege of being in the wedding. We were very happy to be part of such a special day!







The bride and groom

Weeks 24-27

Since I was gone for a few weeks, I´m playing catch up a little bit with the pregnancy posts. I´ll just answer the questions for this week and then show the pictures from the last few weeks!

How far along: 27 weeks

Due date: 1/16/12

Gender: BOY! Lucas Alexander will be his name <3

Symptoms: Still just occasional sciatic nerve pain (lower back)

Total weight gain: About 16/17 pounds I think...

Food cravings: Nothing really

Food aversions: None, really

Movement: Lots, especially in the morning and at night, I love feeling his kicks and Abe can feel them now too! And I like watching my belly move when he kicks :-) I love it when he gets the hiccups too, so cute!

Stretch marks: None so far, thank goodness...

Maternity clothes: Most definitely, this belly is continuing to grow and regular clothes just don´t really fit anymore!

Sleep: Not nearly as great as it used to be :-( I´m a stomach sleeper, which is impossible at this point in the pregnancy, so I rotate between my two sides with tons of pillows surrounding me and between my knees. I also get up to use the bathroom anywhere from 3-5 times a night...

Belly button–in or out: On the verge of popping out, I think it will happen soon!

Best thing that happened this week: Getting the results back from my 3 hour Glucose Tolerance Test...no Gestational Diabetes for me!!! :-) Also, coming back home to my husband and kitty after 3 weeks away

Any baby-related purchases this week: Stroller, carseat, gym/play mat, diapers, breastfeeding supplies, crib sheet...lots of new stuff!

Milestones reached: 3rd Trimester!!! And about 90 days until this little guy makes his appearance! :-)

What size is the baby: According to the Bump, he´s about the size of an eggplant, weighing about 2 pounds and about 15 inches long

What I miss: Wine, playing soccer, dancing Zumba, eating cold deli meat sandwiches, sleeping on my stomach

What I am looking forward to: Getting over being sick, a good friend´s bridal shower and upcoming wedding, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.

Belly picture:

24 weeks



25 weeks at my Baby Shower back home



26 weeks



27 weeks...3rd Trimester! :-)

Charleston

Hi everyone! I know I haven´t updated in a while, but I went home to Charleston for 3 weeks and just got back on Saturday night. And of course, I´m sick :-( Bad sinus/chest infeaction, but currently on medication, so hopefully I will feel better soon. Anyway, I had a fantastic time back home. It was very relaxing and so nice to see all of my family and friends. I also had my first baby shower, which was awesome! Here are some pictures from my trip:

My parents´ sweet dog Buster, who was my best buddy while I was there :-)



My mom with Buster and Jackson. Jackson is my brother and sister-in-law´s dog, also super sweet :-)



Trip to Folly Beach



Opening a gift at my baby shower



With my college roommates at the shower :-)



My mom and ¨sister¨ <3



Church BFFs

23 weeks plus Independence Day

Here is my post, late as usual...

How far along: 23 weeks and 1 day

Due date: 1/16/12

Gender: BOY!

Symptoms: Still just occasional sciatic nerve pain (lower back)

Total weight gain: About 13/14 pounds...I don´t have a scale here at my house, so the only time I get weighed is at my doctor´s appointments every few weeks...

Food cravings: Still missing yummy, fresh Charleston seafood...only a few more days till I get to have some!

Food aversions: None, really

Movement: Lots, especially in the morning and at night, I love feeling his kicks and Abe can feel them now too! And I like watching my belly move when he kicks :-)

Stretch marks: None so far, thank goodness...

Maternity clothes: Pants definitely, shirts, I´m still getting away with normal shirts that stretch

Sleep: Not nearly as great as it used to be :-( I´m a stomach sleeper, which is impossible at this point in the pregnancy, so I rotate between my two sides with tons of pillows surrounding me and between my knees. I also get up to use the bathroom anywhere from 3-5 times a night...

Belly button–in or out: Somewhere in the middle, definitely not in, but still hasn´t popped completely out yet, kind of just laying flat and stretched out for now

Best thing that happened this week: Feeling my little boy move around and putting together his crib...all by myself! :-)

Any baby-related purchases this week: Nope, nothing this week

Milestones reached: Everyday with this little miracle is a milestone!

What size is the baby: According to the Bump, he´s about the size of a papaya, weighing a little over 1 pound and about 9 inches from his head to his butt

What I miss: Wine, playing soccer, dancing Zumba, eating cold deli meat sandwiches, sleeping on my stomach

What I am looking forward to: Going home to Charleston in 3 days! I´m so excited!!! I´ll be home for 3weeks and having my baby shower on Oct. 1st...can´t wait! :-)

Belly picture:



Here is his crib!



Also, Friday September 16th was Independence Day here in Mexico. On Thursday night, we had a big dinner/celebration at church. Here are some pictures from that night.

Me and Abe



Me and Emily (I look really tired...)

22 Weeks (a little late)

I should have posted this on Monday but between going to the doctor and getting caught up on stuff around the house, I didn´t have a chance. So here it is, two days late...

How far along: 22 weeks and 2 days

Due date: 1/16/12

Gender: BOY!

Symptoms: Still just occasional sciatic nerve pain (lower back)

Total weight gain: About 13/14 pounds, more or less

Food cravings: BBQ Shrimp and Grits from my favorite local restaurant in Charleston...only 10 more days till I´m home and can eat all the yummy Charleston food that I´m craving and missing!

Food aversions: None, really

Movement: Lots, especially in the morning and at night, I love feeling his kicks and Abe can feel them now too! And I like watching my belly move when he kicks :-)

Stretch marks: None so far, thank goodness...

Maternity clothes: Pants, definitely, shirts, I´m still getting away with normal shirts that stretch

Sleep: Not nearly as great as it used to be :-( I´m a stomach sleeper, which is impossible at this point in the pregnancy, so I rotate between my two sides with tons of pillows surrounding me and between my knees. I also get up to use the bathroom anywhere from 3-5 times a night...

Belly button–in or out: Somewhere in the middle, definitely not in, but still hasn´t popped completely out yet, kind of just laying flat and stretched out for now

Best thing that happened this week: Seeing my handsome boy on Monday and knowing that he is alive, healthy, and well!

Any baby-related purchases this week: We picked up his crib, mattress, and a rug for his room!

Milestones reached: Everyday with this little miracle is a milestone!

What size is the baby: According to the Bump, he´s about the size of a papaya, weighing about 1 pound and about 8 inches from his head to his butt

What I miss: Wine, playing soccer, dancing Zumba, eating cold deli meat sandwiches, sleeping on my stomach

What I am looking forward to: Going home to Charleston in 10 days! I´ll be home for 3weeks and having my baby shower on Oct. 1st...can´t wait! :-)

Belly picture: