My Pregnancy Journal for Baby #2: Week 34

Baby at 34 Weeks:

Baby BOY is as big as a Butternut Squash!

He's recognizing and reacting to simple songs, if you're singing them. He's also urinating about a pint a day.

My Symptoms: Contractions... big hips, sore hips when sleeping, slow getting up, varicose veins, acid reflux,

Maternity clothes? Yes, and very comfy too!

Sleep? Still no problems sleeping. I do have to switch positions a lot at night (sore hips also make this happen), as well as use the restroom but sleep isn't being effected and it's wonderful this late in the pregnancy.

Best moment last week? My mother in law, husband, and mother all made my PP freezer meals. I mean it was under the worst circumstances since I'm on bed rest, BUT now I feel ready for baby to come. And it's been so nice having my mom here. I always miss her so much since she lives 2 states away. I always cry when she has to leave.

Movement? A lot of movement, hiccups every day, and he loves to do flips. Mama isn't much of a fan but it's only going to get more uncomfortable so this is nothing compared to what's to come! And since we are scared of preterm labor, him moving is just another blessing. 

Weight Gain: Last weigh in at the Doctor's was 160 lbs. Meaning I didn't gain anything in the week and a half time between doctors visits. Hopeful for only gaining a few more pounds... although of baby needs it, bring it on!

Cravings: No real cravings. I'm just hungry a lot for snacks and when I do eat, I just keep on eating.

Food Aversions: Still Cilantro and Basil. I guess a lot of the common spices like Oregano, Cumin, Parsley, etc. are on my list of aversions. That hasn't changed and I haven't found any new aversions. I don't think my food aversions will ever change, pregnant or not unfortunately. (this answer has not changed the whole pregnancy...)

What made me cry this week: Nothing. Although I have to say I am impressed with myself. A few times I did feel very emotional and scared about what would happen if they weren't able to stop the contractions. I didn't, though, and I may need to break down sometime soon since this whole bed rest thing makes me feel bad about not being able to do anything.

Medical Stuff: Saw the doctor on June 10. Baby is measuring normal and his heart rate is perfect. I have my next appointment next week on the 17th when I hopefully hit 35 weeks!!

Something I am excited about: Being able to keep baby in for another couple of weeks. I'm also excited for the day we get to meet this little guy and him be healthy!

Something I am anxious about: Contracting more than 6 times in one hour. That's when I will have to go to the hospital again :/ And if I don't make it to 35 weeks, they will try and stop them again and I know it can be dangerous... but also dangerous if they can't and he has to be delivered. I'm just anxious about delivering too soon and him having to go to the NICU.