Babymoon-Week 34

We had our babymoon this past weekend and we decided to stay local. We love going to San Diego because it's so relaxing and beautiful--we stayed at the San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina. The hotel was amazing and because it's been so warm in SoCal we spent most of our time indoors (enjoying the lovely AC) .

Here's my 34 week update: "Baby Butternut Squash"

• He weights in at about 4.2-5.8 lbs 
• Measures 17.2-18.7 inches
• He recognizes and reacts to simple songs--so I better start singing to him

Symptoms: I run out of air & I get extremely exhausted

Queasy/Sick: None

Best Moments: Feeling Lucas moves, the lovely shower I got at work (I'll post pics later on) and the doctor told me that I do not have gestational diabetes.

Belly Button: Innie/Outie

Weight Gain: 27 lbs. I've only gained 1 lb since my last visit to the doctor

Movements: Tons of them & he loves to kick my ribs!

Cravings: Cranberries

Ring: I can still wear it

Stretch Marks: Minor ones by my belly button but the Bio Oil has really helped minimize the scars

Miss Anything: Sleeping!!

Are you showing: Yes I am

View from our room

Our favorite brunch restaurant in San Diego

Daniel enjoying his michelada!

As you can tell by my facial expression the water was EXTREMELY cold but very refreshing.

Week 29

Here's my progress at 29 weeks. I had my doctor appointment last Friday (7/26/13) and I was told I'm borderline diabetic, which means I'll have to take the three hour glucose exam. I'm hoping everything comes out good.

Symptoms: Lack of sleep, hip pain & exhaustion 

Queasy/Sick: Almond Milk

Best Moments: Every time I feel him move

Belly Button: Innie/Outie

Weight Gain/Loss: 20 lbs

Movements: Tons of them

Cravings: Fruits--cranberries & blueberries

Wedding Ring: Still fits

Stretch Marks: None, but I do have the linea nigra

Miss Anything: Sleeping on my stomach 

Sleeping: Ok! I wake up a lot during the night 

How far along: 29 weeks

Maternity Clothes: I haven't bought any (recently) still using my old clothes

Are you showing yet: Most definitely! 

I've also started decorating our place and of course TJ Maxx was THE place to go! I found this adorable table, lamp, basket & entrance rug. I'm still adding a few items to it but as of right now this is how it looks. I also bought this adorable bed for 'the baby' at TJ Maxx. 

                        

           

My Bump

As I look and contemplate how much my Lucas has grown it amazes me to know that this little guy will be joining us soon. Aside from the two big scares that I've had (early contractions) and the visits to the hospital--from cervical exams, ultrasound, verifying that I'm not dilating, that I don't have an excess amount of fluids in my uterus, it has been a pleasure and an honor to carry this little person. I honestly love him so much and I love Daniel even more for being such a great husband, companion and support system. I've compiled a set of pictures throughout my pregnancy to see how much my stomach has grown. I regret not taking pictures at an earlier stage but between morning sickness & feeling tired I never got around it. But I'm content with the ones I've taken and I can't wait for my little one to see them! 

Between 4-6 weeks pregnant

16 weeks pregnant

17 weeks

Week 18

Week 19

Week 20

Week 21-22

Hospital Visit/Week 24

Last Thursday was a very scary and concerning afternoon for us. I started feeling minor pains in the morning and as the day went on the pains started to progress. I knew there was something wrong so I called Daniel and told him my concerns and then proceeded to call the doctor. As I told them my symptoms (sharp abdominal pains, my stomach felt extremely tight etc.) the nurse recommend for me to go to the hospital as soon as possible because it sounded like I was having contractions and they needed to verify that I was not going into pre-term labor. I broke down into tears and called Daniel & my mom, I explained the situation to them and they both met me at the hospital. Upon arrival I was sent over to the ‘Triage Room’ and was monitored for about 5 hours. I was having contractions and after taking my pressure, doing a cervical & urine exam they decided to give me a shot to minimize the pain. My biggest concern, of course, was to know if Lucas was doing ok, which they assured me he was. His heart rate was normal and he was moving a lot (active baby means healthy baby).  I was dispatched around 7:30 p.m. and they asked me to monitor my contractions as well as his movements (at least 10 kicks every hour and if the contractions were 5 mins apart I needed to return to the hospital) Over the weekend I had minor pains but nothing like the ones I experienced on Thursday.  The nurse was not sure as to what was causing the contractions (she mentioned it had something to do with my uterus) but I have an appointment this Wednesday so I will follow up with the doctor as to what steps I need to take in order to minimize or avoid any contractions.  To say the least it was a very frightening situation but I feel blessed to have such a wonderful family that was extremely supportive during this time.  Lucas is doing well, still moving a lot and I was able to rest for 4 days which was amazing.

I took some pictures of my belly this week and for the first time I’m showing my bare tummy. I’ve been taking pictures for my reference but I never post them so I decided it was time for me to actually show my progress. 

Symptoms: Contractions but as of today (6/25/13) I haven’t felt any

Queasy/Sick: Cooking chicken!

Best Moments: Knowing that Lucas is doing well after the scared we had

Belly Button: Innie/Outie process

Weight Gain/Loss: I've gained about 10 pounds

Movements: Yes, lots of them!

Cravings: Fruits

Ring: Sometimes it fits other times it doesn’t

Books: What to Expect When You Are Expecting & My Book of Biblical Stories (for Lucas)

Stretch Marks: None as of right now

Miss Anything: Being able to sleep on my stomach and I’m really craving a tall caramel frappuchino

Sleep: Sleeping has been a challenge

How far along: 24 weeks

Maternity Clothes: I've only bought two dresses but I've been buying maxi dresses and skirts (for the summer time)

Are you showing yet: Absolutely!

At the hospital (6/20/13)

Baby Bump

& my funny belly button

My outfit

Skirt: charlotte russe here

Top: target

Sandals/Necklace/Bracelet: forever 21