Week 38

Pregnancy Highlights:

How Far Along: 38 weeks

Size of Baby: A little over 19” long and around 6 1/3 lbs. Like a stalk of Swiss chard.

Total Weight Gain/Loss: For the last few weeks, I’ve had student nurses weighing me at the doctor. The one who weighed me at my 36 week appointment didn’t do it accurately, so she recorded that I hadn’t gained any weight, but I had. So, today, I had gained 7 lbs. Most of it is water because I’m swelling like crazy.

Maternity Clothes: My maternity jeans are starting to fit awkwardly due to the big belly, and most of my t-shirts are quite tight over the bump.

Gender: It’s a girl!! Avery Grace.

Movement: She’s still moving around a bit, but overall, she’s very laid back.

Food Cravings: My sweet husband brought me hushpuppies from The Catfish Hole, and they were good! This week I’m craving chocolate.

What I Miss: I’m starting to miss bending over easily and wearing normal shoes.

Sleep: I’m sleeping well and taking advantage of time to sleep.

Symptoms: Heartburn is a mainstay. However, lately, I’ve had more Braxton Hicks contractions, some lower back pain, and some hip pain. Now, I’m swelling, too.

Best Moment This Week: Chris isn’t working as much since it’s summer and his job is basically over. We’ve been spending more time together, which is fun.

What I Am Looking Forward To: I’m looking forward to having this baby! Even though, I’m a little freaked out by it, too.