At the OB today, we had a long conversation about what the next few weeks will hold. I will either be seeing the perinatalogist or the OB each week. So basically the goal of this pregnancy is to (of course) stay pregnant until at least 36 weeks (Jan 3rd) and then go into labor by myself, before 39 weeks. I will not be induced due to all the complications I had last time for fear of more complications this time. So, if I do not go into labor by January 24th, 2012, I will have my c-section that day and Little Miss E will make her arrival!! (13 months and 1 day apart from the girls!)
How Far Along: 31 Weeks!!!
How Big is Little Miss E: (same as last week) She is between 15 and 17 inches long and about 3 lbs. each (about the size of a squash). Her energy is surging, thanks to the formation of white fat deposits beneath the skin. (Have those kicks and jabs to the ribs tipped you off yet?) She is also settling into sleep and waking cycles, though -- as you’ve also probably noticed -- they don’t necessarily coincide with your own. Also this month, all five senses are finally functional, and the brain and nervous system are going through major developments.
Symptoms: Contractions!, and they are getting stronger and stronger. Started the Procardia and it seems to be working, but nothing stops my contractions all of the time! My body is immune to any of the drugs, I swear! Peeing a lot, drinking lots of water, some minor swelling, trying to rest but it's hard, but overall, taking care of three very busy little girls and being in my third trimester, I don't think I can complain much.
Weight Gain: Today at the OB's, 11.30.11, I was 147 lbs. Started somewhere between 125-130 lbs., so not too bad! :)
Emotions: Doing ok. I think as closer as E's birth approaches, the more I think about the girl's birth or maybe it's just that their first birthday is coming. Not sure. I just am so hoping and praying for a NORMAL delivery, ect.
Best Moment of the Week: Spending time with family! And of course shopping and preparing for the girl's birthday party!
Movement: ALL OF THE TIME! I love it so much! I thought the girls moved a lot, they moved nothing like this baby girl moves!
Maternity Clothes: Yes
Stretchmarks: Just my left over ones!
Sleep: Going ok, when I get sleep! And peeing every few minutes!
Food Cravings: Everything and anything! Chocolate!
Aversions: Nothing!
Gender: A Little Miss!
What I Miss: Wine!!
What I am Looking Forward to: The girl's Winter ONEderland next week! Whahoo! I cannot believe my baby girls are going to be ONE! (Then Miss E can make her arrival!)
And here are my bump photos comparison:
You look fantastic! Natalee looks adorable in her Christmas gear too!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how big Natalee has gotten!! Fingers crossed you make it to 36 weeks sister!
ReplyDeleteYou look awesome! I'm SO glad you are feeling good I just hope the contractions ease up some.
ReplyDeleteNow that it's getting closer, have you thought about your plan for Birth control after her arrival? With your odds you better practice abstinence! You'll end up with twins au-natural?
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