Our Five Ring Circus: 37 Weeks!

Monday, July 18, 2011

37 Weeks!

I've officially made it to the safe zone! I gave Nugget the eviction notice. I'm really hoping he/she listens and makes an appearance soon!

DATE:
July 18, 2011

How far along:
37 Weeks!

Total Weight Gained:
9 lbs total, and that's making up what I lost.

How big is baby? Nugget weighs 6 1/3 pounds and measures a bit over 19 inches, head to heel. (I'm guessing Nugget is already bigger than that!)

How baby is growing: If Nugget is born now, his/her lungs will likely be mature enough to fully adjust to life outside the womb. babycenter.com

Maternity Clothes: I never wore maternity clothes. I actually just gave a bag of them away, because they were never used. Regular pants and regular long shirts still fit perfectly.

Sleep: Sleep? What's that? I spend the majority of the night trying to find a comfortable position.

Best Pregnancy Moment of the Week:
Getting Lexie and Nugget's room set up. We are completely ready for Nugget to arrive!

Movement: Nugget is still very active! He/She usually gets strong hiccups twice a day: once in the morning, and once in the evening. Nugget squirms and attempts to stretch a lot more. Those movements are really uncomfortable! The hands/feet/arms/legs that stick out of my belly are very strong!

Food Cravings: I haven't had any cravings. I eat a lot of fruit, salad, cereal, and sweets!

Food Aversions:
Lunch/Dinner food.

Morning Sickness:
I'm still taking Zofran everyday, and it's especially bad at night. I really can't wait for the morning sickness to go away. (21 days or less...phew! That first meal is going to be wonderful!)

Gender:
It's a surprise!

Symptoms:
The contractions and pressure are making me very uncomfortable right now. I constantly feel as if I could go into labor at any moment. Morning sickness and constipation are a part of my everyday life. I'm nesting like a crazy lady, and I have no patience whatsoever! I feel like I'm a hormonal, uncomfortable mess right now!

Exercise: I walk 4-5 days a week. As of today, all restrictions are lifted!

What I miss:
Feeling comfortable and nausea-free!

What I'm looking forward to:
My appointment tomorrow morning. I really hope there are some changes! These contractions are going to exhaust me, just as they did with Lexie!

37 Week Picture:

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16 comments:

  1. Yeah for full-term! You must be so excited. You're on the home-stretch now.

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  2. AWHHH!! Look at that belly!! Come out little baby! =)

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  3. You are so cute, and all baby! I can't believe you never wore maternity clothes. I could smack you for that! ;)

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  4. You still look fabulous as always! I love that you still have your belly ring in =) So adorable. I cannot wait for lil nugget to arrive!

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  5. You look too cute in that dress! I totally remember not being able to sleep towards the end too! I hope you get good news at the doctor tomorrow!

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  6. You are soooo cute!! Look at that belly.

    Okay, Nugget! The world awaits your arrival...you can come now!

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  7. What a perfect belly! Big congrats on making it to 37 - I hope to read exciting news very soon :)

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  8. Woo-hoo! Congrats on being in the clear. Such a relief to finally get there, isn't it? You poor thing, being so sick. That is just awful :( Crossing my fingers that Nugget comes out asap!! You look adorable, you tiny little thing!

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  9. You look fabulous! Best wishes!!!

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  10. Not many people can say they look better pregnant like you can! Amazing! Can't wait to meet lil nugget!

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  11. OMGoodness you are almost there! You look great and hopefully you have some news for us soon!

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  12. You look just beautiful. Your so close. It could be any day now.

    Prayers for you on a safe delivery :)

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  13. Oh geesh! I can almost feel your nugget in here :) Yey! Cant wait!

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  14. You look so amazing, Stef! You're almost there! XOXO

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