39 weeks pregnant and still baking baby Monster Truck!
I seriously didn’t think I would make it here, but I don’t know why I thought I wouldn’t. My hubs and I both are stubborn, and I think this little man is just going to do things on his own schedule!
I must say, I am really happy I took all these pictures! Mostly in similar shirts, but regardless, it is hard to tell looking at yourself daily how much you actually change. I thought things were feeling heavier this week, and by the looks of it, I did get bigger in just one week, and much lower!
I am actually still feeling pretty good. Lots of Braxton Hicks, a little less patience by the end of the day, but overall, I really can’t complain. I just can’t believe I am less than 1 week away to holding my second son in my arms.
I can really see the drop in the last week. My chiropractor told me today I looked to be in excellent position. I wonder what my OB will say tomorrow!? The only “natural induction” I am really actively pursuing is acupressure from my Chiropractor after she adjusts my hips. I hate spicy food, and castor oil just seems like a bad idea to me. I may ask my OB to strip my membranes tomorrow as it will be my last prenatal visit.
I couldn’t leave this post without giving a little shout out to the soon-to-be big brother! He has been such a trooper lately. With hubs working 6am-2pm, and me having no less than 4 doctors appointments per week, he has been dragged to quite a few appointments lately. Usually, he is pretty awesome and just hangs out playing the iPad while mommy gets monitored.
I try and schedule appointments during preschool, but even then it doesn’t always turn out as planned. This week I went in during preschool, but they didn’t have an Ultrasound room available, so after monitoring, I headed back to pick him up, and then back to the doctor’s office. As much as he drives me nuts, he is a pretty great little boy!
I can not wait to see him meet his baby brother!
I figured I should probably do another journal update since I haven’t done one since my 36 week journal. Plus for 100% sure this time next week I will be holding a little baby Knight in my arms. Whether he comes on his own or waits til his scheduled c/s only time will tell. This will be my last journal entry for baby Monster Truck while he is still in my belly!
How far along? 39 weeks 1 day
Total weight gain: When all is said and done I will have put on just over 40 lbs for this pregnancy. I would have liked it to be a smaller number, but I am okay with it as it is less than my last pregnancy!
Maternity clothes? I am actually almost too big for some of my maternity clothes… :O
Stretch marks? In the past two weeks my old stretch marks have turned some pretty shades of red…
Sleep: Pregnancy insomnia has kicked in full force! Lying down is pretty painful. I do still take my almost daily naps though…
Best moment this week: Seeing my belly has dropped!
Miss Anything? While I am still dreaming of Lemon Danish… I am pretty much not eating too much these days… I have no room left for food!
Movement: My belly is now a complete alien takeover zone!
Food cravings: Mexican Pizza’s from Taco bell without beef have been a bi-weekly craving (boo!), and hummus. I love hummus.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Chicken and too much of any food.
Fitness: Does watching my son swim at Lifetime Fitness count? LOL. Just daily walks at this point.
Labor Signs: A LOT of Braxton Hicks. Baby has certainly dropped.
Symptoms: Heartburn, Sciatic, SPD, Gestational Diabetes.
Belly Button in or out? Half in half out.
Wedding rings on or off? Off.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Depends on the day!
Looking forward to: Meeting my son!
NOT looking forward to: Wondering daily if I am in labor!
STILL NEED TO DO: Pack hospital bag! Name this baby. Install Co-Sleeper.
WISH ME LUCK!
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with all those Braxton Hicks the day is probably right around the corner! Can’t wait to see the little bundle!
OH that baby is coming soon!!!!
That last week feels like a month, doesn’t it? HUGS.
You and I are in a race! LOL My boy has dropped quite a bit too and it’s noticeable (compared to previous pics) but he’s being stubborn. I thought I’d have him by now. I’m having daily Braxton Hicks too and keep wondering “is today the day?!” These kids…. sheesh. 😉 I can’t wait to see your lil guy. I’m hoping mine comes by the end of next week otherwise I’ll be induced the week after… soon… so soon!
I can hardly wait to see those cute baby pics! :):)
You look fantastic, momma! Great little bump you have there!
You’re so adorable and that baby has definitely dropped. You are almost there!
Haha! I am 39.5 weeks and I never thought I’d be this far too! Lookin good and good luck 😉
Aww! It seems like this went by so quick.. I bet it didn’t for you! Good luck!!
You look great!
Aww, looks like that baby is ready to make its way to see you very soon!
Love the bump pic! 39 weeks! Yay! Bet you can’t wait to meet your little prince! You look fab btw!
Also, love the new look for the blog! So pretty!
You look great all belly and WOW that is a big difference in a week. I scanned hoping to see a “He is here post” LOL
When baby bumps mother then feeling is so cool. Pregnancy lady’s body does not prioritize recovery during pregnancy. The priority is growing a baby! Eating plenty, hydrating well, and sleeping sufficiently all help the body recover. We need extra care for pregnant ladies.