I can’t believe how fast this pregnancy is flying along. This summer has really been a whirlwind, and because we’ve been so busy, I haven’t even had time to think about being pregnant and getting prepared for our new addition. I hear that happens a lot with a second child. Is that accurate?
I’ll dive right into the bumpdate since we have places to go and people to see.
How far along: 32 weeks. I can’t believe there are only 7 weeks left to get this house in order before our CMM gets here. Crazy town! I’ll be delivering at 39 weeks in case anyone of you were confused. I’m having a repeat c-section, so we already have our delivery date on the calendar.
Gender: A sweet boy.
Weight Gain: 23 pounds (give or take–they started using a different scale at my doctor’s office, and it’s far less lenient than my normal one). With seven weeks to go, I think I’ll be gaining a little more than I had hoped, but at least it’s far less than I gained with Charlotte. I doubt I’ll pack on 40 lbs. between now and delivery to meet the weight gain I had with her, so that makes me happy. However, I have been eating horribly. Maybe I should reign that in a bit.
I have been noticing more aches and pains, and heart burn is starting to rear its ugly head.
Maternity Clothes: Still rocking swing dresses. They are by far my favorite this summer, and I’m so glad I can still wear them far after delivery. I can’t wait to be back in normal clothes though. My t-shirts are getting a little tighter and becoming smaller and smaller each day. And I had wearing any pajama bottoms at night. Pants. Who needs them?
Sleep: I still have no problem sleeping, thank goodness! I must sleep with my Snoogle though. I’m noticing that I do need more rest these days. I used to wake up super early, but I’m starting to wake up closer to the time that Charlotte wakes up now which is around 7 or 7:30.
Best Moment of the Month: Traveling to see my sister in NYC. I was swollen every single night from fingers to toes, but I am so thankful we were able to make the trip. The next time we go, there will be four of us traveling, and it will take a whole lot more planning and effort, so I’m so glad we got to go this summer.
Miss Anything: Still missing the ability to sit comfortably. If I don’t sit just right, it feels like an elephant is sitting on top of me. And when I get up to walk, I feel like Frankenstein taking his first steps.
Movement: Oh man, the movement this kid is making! He is moving like a real acrobat in there, and that makes me excited. He’s growing right on target, and he’s definitely making his presence known these days. He kicks some big kicks, and he’s starting to make my back hurt. He is also sitting really low, so I can feel lots of pressure all the time. Fun times.
Cravings: Random things. Sweets, Chinese food, pasta. You know, healthy stuff.
Bellybutton: A very unattractive outty.
Ring on or off: It’s officially off. :( I miss my wearing it, but I’ve swapped it with my Mother’s Day ring I got on my first Mother’s Day which is a big light colored amethyst, Charlotte’s birthstone.
Looking forward to: My final ultrasound (I think it’ll be my final one) and our baby sprinkle.
ALL THE FEELINGS: I’ve been super emotional lately, and I guess it’s totally normal from what y’all have told me. I’m excited but nervous. I have all the faith in the world, but I get weak and get scared. Life changes like this scare the heck out of me, and even though I have an idea of what to expect, it’s never what I thought. It’s always harder and greater than I ever expect, so at least there’s that.
Charlotte is really keeping me on my toes. She’s my sweet girl, but she knows something is coming. She has been wanting to listen to baby brother in my belly lately, and it’s the sweetest thing. She also potty trained herself (I’ll be sharing more about that soon), and I am so thankful! Just when I got the swing of this motherhood thing with her, I’m about to be thrown all of and relinquishing control yet again. But do we ever really have full control? I’m thinking no. It’s always a reminder to turn back to Jesus.
And that’s about it, friend! Time to get this nursery and house in order. Let the nesting begin.
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You look amazing!
Thank you, Chelsea! I’m in the homestretch now!
You look great! Between the kicks and the pressure it’s sometimes like a fight, isn’t it?
Thanks, Kendall! Yes, kicks and pressure are definitely intense now. Whew.