38 weeks

I am 38 weeks and almost ready for him to be here! I think Steven and I are both ready for him to be here, but his nursery is still not complete. His recliner still isn't in and we haven't hung anything up on the walls yet, but we got everything else organized and cleaned this week. We got a new car and have started packing our bag for the hospital. Barrett feels so heavy lately; it is getting harder and harder to pick things up off the floor and if I lean up he makes it clear that he is not comfortable unless I give him some room and lean back a little. I have also started having contractions, but they haven't been consistent. I went to the doctor again, but didn't get checked because of what happened at the previous appointment. I am supposed to really take it easy and am not allowed to get in the pool :(...apparently I developed a friable cervix...no fun for me. Only two weeks left until my due date, but I'm still predicting his birthday to be this Saturday on the 18th.  Come on baby Barrett! We can't wait to hold you in our arms!

How far along? 38 weeks 

How big is baby? the size of a pumpkin! 

Total weight gain?  It has been fluctuating because of the swelling. I got up to 35 pounds at one point, but it has gone down a few pounds.

Maternity clothes? Yes and my yoga pants have been the most comfortable. 

Sleep? Sleeping okay.  

Best moment of the week? Getting a new car that I will feel safe driving with a baby.  

Food cravings? Sweets as always. I hope this sweet tooth calms down. 

Food aversions? None.

Symptoms:  Swollen right ankle and a lot of pressure. Also, some contractions!

Mood this week: Happy and full of anticipation.

Movement: Still moving all the time.   

What I’m looking forward to: Seeing Barrett's face for the first time. Steven and I have both been having dreams about his birth. We cannot wait!

What I miss: Not feeling like I have a bowling ball in my pelvis. I know I'm going to miss feeling him all the time, but I am so ready to feel normal again.  

Next appointment: Wednesday, August 15th