So I realized upon coming back to my blog that once I clarified how far along I was, I never corrected the title :) Yes, folks, I embarrassingly enough had to verify with my doctor my exact progress along, though I confess I'm still confused. He verified that yes, the full-term due date is 40 weeks; however, if I am as far along as he says, then my due date is at week 41. Perhaps that just means 40 weeks has completely come to an end? Who knows…I remain confused for yet another pregnancy :)
I have to be honest, I had planned to post weekly, but it's been a stressful couple of weeks. In the last two weeks, we have both bought a car and driven two rentals, on top of me locking my keys in the rental (don't ask how - I could never in a million years do it twice) and driving my own car with a tire that needs pumped weekly (or more). I lost my third client in the last month (my second client lost to long-term suspension), which affects me probably more than it should. I had an exciting endeavor show on the horizon. I have experienced the hormone rise and fall (yikes! All I have to say is, Ray is a HERO). I had evening meetings, assessments, and trainings. We lost Isla's only pair of shoes (never fear - they have been blissfully recovered. Needless to say, I am purchasing her another pair of shoes THIS WEEKEND) We received another snowstorm or two with intermittent 65-70 degree days. School days are now 30 minutes longer due to our excessive cancellations…and that's only what I remember! Like I said, crazy!
How Far Along: 18 weeks March 21!
Size Of Baby: Head to rump, baby is about 5 1/2" long and weighs almost 7 oz - about the size of a bell pepper
Maternity Clothes: Still trying to be creative…and ever so thankful for friends who pass along their old. Not to mention a pair of Motherhood Maternity dress pants for $10 and Old Navy seersucker shorts for $4 at the recent Weecycled Wardrobe. Score!
Weight Gain: I've gained about 5 pounds total in the last month - so I'm up about 8 lbs
Sleep: Still not the best area in my life. Weekend naps have become crucial - and some bedtimes around 8:30 :)
Best Moment of the Week: Scheduling my ultrasound. And getting an iron prescription to help with the major fatigue
Movement: Starting to feel movement a little more often, though still not consistent. I have a feeling this baby and my bladder are going to wrestle - the movement is quite low
Cravings: Still nothing, though over the last week I really wanted to put hot sauce in my egg salad…for those of you who know me well, this is NOT me
Gender: We find out this month!
Belly Button In or Out: I'm an innie, but getting flatter
Wedding Ring on or Off: Still on
Anything Making You Queasy or Sick: Nope, I'm doing good.
What I Miss: E. N. E. R. G. Y.
What I am Looking Forward to: Still excited for the gender…and to get this nursery started!
Labor Signs: Nope
Symptoms: Heartburn is daily. Uber fatigue (hoping these iron supplements help. And very ITCHY. I have a couple others, but I'll spare you the details ;)
Nursery: Still stressing here...
Emotions: overwhelmed, tired, excited
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