Pics

So I was going to have some professional maternity pictures done. I had contacted a few photographers, but in the end we decided we'd just take some ourselves. Since we just got a new camera why not save the money, right? So that's what we did on Saturday. I ran some through Photoshop which I know NOTHING about, but was able to figure out the most basic things like cropping and changing effects. I know Photoshop does way cooler stuff than this but, well, I just don't know how to do it. Anyway, here's some of the pics!

32 Weeks

By now, your baby weighs 3.75 pounds (pick up a large jicama) and is about 16.7 inches long, taking up a lot of space in your uterus. You're gaining about a pound a week and roughly half of that goes right to your baby. In fact, she'll gain a third to half of her birth weight during the next 7 weeks as she fattens up for survival outside the womb. She now has toenails, fingernails, and real hair (or at least respectable peach fuzz). Her skin is becoming soft and smooth as she plumps up in preparation for birth.


Not much going on now. My rings are getting tight due to swelling in my fingers. Hopefully I don't have to give them up entirely, but I have started taking them off at night. The sciatic nerve/pelvic girdle pain has subsided for now, thank god! I am actually moving around like a normal person again! It could/will very likely come back, but for now I am enjoying it. Back to the doctor next week.
By the way, what exactly is a jicama?

Decal

I ordered this tree decal to go in Avery's room. Cute, no? I'm hoping it makes up for the fact that we're not painting.

Shower

Lynn and Stephen threw me an awesome shower last weekend! It was so nice to get together with everyone. Lots of friends came from 2-5 hours away. I am very lucky to have such great friends and family!

The cake
We decided for sure on the name last week, and they were able to have it put on the cake.

The chair
Stephen made this cute chair and pillow with colors coordinating with her room.

The food
Everything was delicious!

The ladies

The wonderful hosts!

The great-grandmothers-to-be!

The GRANDMOTHERS-to-be
HeHe...I don't know why but I think this is funny.

We received so many gifts for Avery-everything from necessities to cute extras! And my diaper bag problem is solved. I received a very cute Kate Spade bag from Stephen and Lynn that Stephen found a good deal on at a KS outlet in Washington, DC. Woo hoo!

Rob and I appreciate Stephen and Lynn putting it together and everyone who came!

31 Weeks

This week, your baby measures over 16 inches long. He weighs about 3.3 pounds (try carrying four navel oranges) and is heading into a growth spurt. He can turn his head from side to side, and his arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath his skin. He's probably moving a lot, too, so you may have trouble sleeping because your baby's kicks and somersaults keep you up. Take comfort: All this moving is a sign that your baby is active and healthy.


Nothing new to report from the doctor appointment this morning. Another blood draw for hemo-something-or-other levels (I was really paying attention). The phlebotomist said I have to keep the bloody cotton ball and gauze wrap for my baby book. Right. Can't wait for my shower tomorrow! YAY!!!

Says it all...

Happy Wednesday!

30 Weeks

Your baby's about 15.7 inches long now, and she weighs almost 3 pounds (like a head of cabbage). A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and takes up more room in your uterus. Her eyesight continues to develop, though it's not very keen; even after she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have 20/400 vision — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. (Normal adult vision is 20/20.)



30 weeks! Whew! I have been eager to get to 30 weeks because it seems like such a nice, round number! Three-fourths of the way done, 10 weeks to go. So in honor of this little milestone I thought we'd take a trip down memory lane and look back on the the de-evolution of my waistline.

15 Weeks

20 Weeks

25 Weeks

30 Weeks

I think my arms are pregnant too. Ok, moving on! I am feeling fine and good except for this annoying (excruciating) pelvic girdle/sciatic pain. Let me tell you, it is not fun. I have been reading about ways to alleviate the pain, but so far nothing is providing much relief.
Babycenter.com has some oh-so-helpful tips:

Avoid pushing through any pain. If something hurts, if possible don't do it. Ok, I won't walk. Or stand up. Or roll over in bed. Problem solved!

When you are walking, arch your back (by sticking your chest and bottom out) and swing your arms as though you are marching. This locks your pelvis in a stable position and activates the muscles responsible for stiffening your pelvic joints. Riiiiiiight. Because I can walk around the office like this and be considered normal! I prefer not to be known as "crazy pregnant lady who walks like a chicken" but thanks.

In all seriousness there are some stretches that are recommended and I have been doing them, not sure how much they're helping.



Yesterday Lauren and Buster welcomed their new son, Davis, into the world. Congrats to them!! Isn't he adorable?

7 lbs 15 oz, 20 inches

Rob brought me breakfast and yellow roses to my work this morning. Yay. They smell so good. Happy Valentine's Day to everyone!