March 12, 2011
How far along: 24 weeks
Baby's size: Papaya (week 21-24 or month 5)
Symptoms: Lots of kicks, some more acid reflux than normal, and braxton hicks on Friday (I think I was dehydrated). The back pain is still here, but it is a lot better. I am learning what aggravates it and am avoiding the things that I can (obviously I still need to pick up S, but I use a stroller more when we are out and about). I am now wearing a hip brace to hold everything together. I got it yesterday so I am not sure how much of a difference it makes really yet. However, it is comfortable (unless I am sitting on the floor) and I like how it feels nice and snug on my hips.
Total Weight Gain:
Total weight gain= +4 pounds
Total weight gain= +4 pounds
Maternity clothes: Yes
Best moment this week: Superman is really starting to notice my big belly. He likes to rest his head on it and hug it when he is in the shopping cart. If I am sitting on the floor he will rest his head on it as well.
Movement: Lots and lots of movements!!
Food cravings: Twizzlers, bananas, and anything mint.
Gender: BOY!!!
Labor signs: none
What I miss: Being able to tie my shoes without having to move my leg out to the side. I guess I am grateful that I can still tie them though.
What I'm looking forward to: Today I am going to the spa! I have a prenatal massage, facial, eye brow wax, and pedicure scheduled. Bring on the relaxation!!! (Also, being able to feel the kicks easily from the outside.)
Weekly Wisdom (aka what I learned this week): I am slowing down already! I can't imagine how slow I will be by the time I get to the end of the pregnancy.
Milestones: nothing this week
Best moment this week: Superman is really starting to notice my big belly. He likes to rest his head on it and hug it when he is in the shopping cart. If I am sitting on the floor he will rest his head on it as well.
Movement: Lots and lots of movements!!
Food cravings: Twizzlers, bananas, and anything mint.
Gender: BOY!!!
Labor signs: none
What I miss: Being able to tie my shoes without having to move my leg out to the side. I guess I am grateful that I can still tie them though.
What I'm looking forward to: Today I am going to the spa! I have a prenatal massage, facial, eye brow wax, and pedicure scheduled. Bring on the relaxation!!! (Also, being able to feel the kicks easily from the outside.)
Weekly Wisdom (aka what I learned this week): I am slowing down already! I can't imagine how slow I will be by the time I get to the end of the pregnancy.
Milestones: nothing this week
Emotions: I have struggled with some anxiety this week. All the talk about possible radiation reaching Oregon and potential earthquakes on the west coast leads to a lot of irrational worry on my part. I know in my head that we are going to be fine, but it is all the "what-ifs" that lead to the irrational concerns. Fortunately, my husband is GREAT at listening to me and making me feel better.
Exercise:
Boot Camp: Monday and Friday (1 hour 15 minutes each)
Pregnancy Water Aerobics: Thursday (1 hour class)
Stretching: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (about 10 minutes each)
Total exercise time: 4 hours 40 minute
Till next week!
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