How far along? 23 weeks
Total weight gain:
Ugh, I've
gained a total of probably 14-17 pounds. I went to the doctor a couple of weeks ago and I had gained another two pounds. She said she was very pleased with the amount of weight I have gained and the rate at which I have done so.
Maternity clothes? Holy
cow yes! I got quite a few tops, a couple pairs of pants, and a couple
skirts and wow, they make a huge difference. With normal people clothes I
felt restricted, but with the ultra stretchy maternity clothes I can
actually be semi comfortable.
Stretch marks? No new ones! I've started a lotion regimen. I know stretch marks are based on genetics, but I'm hoping that my lotion efforts may ward off at least a few, here is to wishful thinking!
Sleep: Some nights are better than others. I've had nights in the last few weeks in which I only slept a few hours and then there are other nights I have only woken a couple of times to use the bathroom....it really just depends.
Best moment this week: There have been a few times in the last week where Jordan and I have had conversations about the baby and our future and those conversations are so precious to me.
Miss anything? Jordan and I work at opposite times of the day, me in the mornings/daytime, him at nights, and so I've been really missing him and being able to spend time with him. I know how this sounds before I say it, but I miss being able to see my feet. I know I am getting bigger for a good reason and that I will get "back to normal" soon enough, but I miss just having a normal body.
Movement: Very much so! There are days where he is a bump on a log and then there are other days where he is a little ninja. Some times I forget that I am pregnant and think that my stomach is just twitching and then I remember that it is my sweet little boy reminding me he is there.
Food cravings: No dire cravings, but if I see something that looks good I can't NOT get it or else I will crave it!
Anything making you queasy or sick:
This pregnancy I haven't had any trigger smells or anything and I'm far
enough in that most of that queasy feelings have dissipated. I have,
however, been having monster cases of heartburn! :(
Gender: It's a boy! Can't wait to meet my little prince!
Labor signs: None
Symptoms:
Still no
bloating or swelling, thank heavens. I have been losing a lot of hair,
and in general my hair is limp and lifeless...bummer! I'm very tired
most days, been feeling a little plugged up lately, but that should work
itself out (pun intended), raging heartburn. I have been very forgetful lately, coming up with simple words is a constant battle. I've been short of breath when I lie down, so that is weird.
Belly button in or out? In, for sure!
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or moody most of the time: Happy! I've been really motivated lately to work as hard as I can to do my part in the finance department so I'm trying to stay focused on the reasons why I'm working so hard and so I'm staying happy.
