32 weeks

October 9, 2012

how far along: 32 weeks...only 8 more weeks to go! (IF, Miss Madelyn doesn't decide to come early)

Madelyn’s size: somewhere between 15.2-16.7 inches, 2.5-3.8 lbs (She actually weighed 3 lbs. 15 oz. at our appointment last week)… about the size of a squash. 

weight gain: 2 pound this week, 25 pounds total.  

maternity clothes: Yes

stretch marks: None

sleep: Finding it difficult to fall and stay asleep.  Many times, once I wake-up, no matter what time, I am wide awake for hours.  I'm finding it difficult to get comfortable too, even with my snoogle, although I'm sure it's better than without it. 

best moment this week: Packing Madelyn's and my hospital bags.  I'm completely finished, except for a handful of things that I can't pack until we're getting ready to leave.

food cravings: I baked some Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Walnut cookies, and I am addicted to them.  It doesn't help that David doesn't like them, so I have the WHOLE batch all to myself!

symptoms: Reflux/heartburn is better since I started Prilosec, over a week ago, but I still usually take a couple of Tums at bed time.  Occasional, mild Braxton Hicks contractions.  My emotions are still pretty out-of-control...poor David!

gender: Precious baby girl!

belly button in or out: Barely in...I'm beginning to wonder if it will ever pop out all the way!

movement: Yes.  She is still moving a bunch, and I got tickled some more last night, of course when I'm trying to fall asleep! ;)

what I miss:  Being comfortable and having energy...I can't wait to feel like myself again.

what I'm looking forward to: Signed-up and sent in money for breast feeding and birthing classes.  Still don't know if there are spots available.  Crossing my fingers that there are...I think I will feel a lot more at ease and prepared if I'm able to take them.

32 weeks 1 day front view

32 weeks 1 day side view