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Blog posts have been extra slow around here the last few weeks, and for good reason. I'm slow-moving in general right now, because I'm officially full term! Woohoo! When we found out I was pregnant again, getting to full term was my goal, and I was mostly nervous about getting preeclampsia before then. I didn't think about the birth itself very much, because I didn't want to jinx myself. Now that I'm at 37 weeks (!!!!), I'm no longer nervous about preeclampsia, and instead I'm starting to think about all the normal pregnant-lady concerns...like labor, tearing (please no!), impending sleep deprivation, and OMG I'm going to have a newborn again!!!
Thankfully, Ben is taking a month off when the baby is born, so I'll have his support and help. It's going to be so nice to have some time together as a family! And I hope that having both of us around will help Ian to adjust to the new baby without getting too jealous. I'm definitely nervous about that...he's in a hair-pulling stage.
I had my baby shower two weekends ago (look how cute it was! my sister-in-law made it brunch themed). I got a bunch of adorable baby outfits as well as practical things like diapers, nursing pads, and Amazon gift cards (thanks friends!!!!). Since then, I've been working on getting the baby's room organized...folding and sorting all the newborn clothes and pulling out the baby gear. It's getting me so excited to meet this lil guy!
Honestly, this might be one of the last times in this pregnancy where I actually make an effort to dress cute. I'm feeling absolutely huge and uncomfortable, and I'm unmotivated to wear anything but sweats and old t-shirts all day, errday. I'm also experiencing some FUN pregnancy side effects that I never got last time...such as numb, tingly fingers when I wake up in the morning, sudden hot flashes, and all day heartburn. My feet are starting to swell too, and they hurt so bad by the end of the day. But I hear all those things are normal, so I will stop complaining...it's gonna be worth it!
This outfit is from Pink Blush Maternity. They are one of my favorite sources for cute, comfy, and affordable maternity clothes...like this lace dress! For the first two trimesters, I could get away with wearing regular clothes that were loose or stretchy, but at this point, ain't nothing fitting over my belly unless it's LEGIT maternity.
I'm trying to think if I have any other pregnancy-related updates. Since the baby is head down and everything has been going well so far, I've been given the okay to attempt a VBAC. So that's the plan! I'm really nervous for the birth, probably more than most second-time moms. I was induced with Ian and I started having contractions, but his heart rate dropped pretty quickly after that so I never got to the point of pushing. So it's gonna be ALL NEW! Scary!!!!!!!!
At this point, I'm just trying to get as much rest as possible and have given up on doing anything beyond the bare minimum (it's a win if I get dinner on the table, even if the house is a giant mess and I'm still in the clothes I wore the night before). I can't believe it's already March!!! The baby's due date is March 25th, so he could come any day now!
We have one more ultrasound next week, and I'm super curious how big he'll be measuring (although I've heard those ultrasound measurements can be totally off). Any guesses on what day this baby will arrive, and what he'll weigh?
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yaaay!! I can't wait to see baby #2!
wear shoes that tie all day long....it keeps swelling to a minimum and your feet don't hurt as badly.
i'll give it a guess of 39 weeks and 1 day, 8 lbs 3 oz! :)
Thank you!!! I'm so excited. I hope you're right! As long as this baby comes by his due date or a little sooner, I'll be happy. I really hope I don't go late!
Full term- hooray! Must be such a relief. You look great! Hope you can enjoy the last few days/weeks and that labor goes smoothly. :D
It is! Thank you so much Susan. xoxo
Oh I'm just SO excited for you!!
I'll make a guess once you have your 39 week apt, hehe -- Those usually give you a better idea ;)
Thank you! I'm so relieved. Now just getting so excited/nervous about the birth...and meeting our little guy!