28 Weeks

28 Weeks

Third trimester... I know I said it last time, but my goodness the time certainly is going by.

I had a doctor's appointment on Tuesday. I had to drink this really sweet drink in 5 minutes and then get blood drawn an hour later. It wasn't that bad, but the stuff really was like pure sugar. I felt like I was chugging the thing because I basically had to. The baby didn't go as crazy as I was expecting though. The test was for gestational diabetes. Nothing to be concerned about, but it's a test they do to every woman. Apparently sometimes a woman can have it with one kid and not with another, and stuff like that.

I got to hear the heartbeat again. It was 147 BPM. The doctor found the heartbeat right away. Apparently the baby is getting easier to find now that it's getting bigger :-) She literally put the thing on my belly and right away there it was loud and clear. It sounded really strong!

I really like that we're not finding out the gender, but there are certainly some days hwen I just want to find out. But, it's not bad when I really can't find out at my appointments since I'm not having ultra sounds all the time. I've only had to be strong one time so far. It's fun to tell people that I don't know too because everyone's reaction is different, and I love hearing what people have to say. "Mystery Baby" is what I call our child.

It's been really nice being off work. I feel more relaxed already. I have been getting up early still just so that I can spend time with Artie in the mornings, even though it's not much time, it's better than sleeping in and not getting that time together.

I am a little nervous about my maternity leave. Right now it's not working out the way I had expected. So we'll see how that goes. Pretty much I might have to go back to work for more time than I expected because I won't get paid for as much time as I thought. Hopefully it can all get worked out. I'll keep you posted on that. I'm trying not to stress or worry about it. I was and it was really upsetting me. I was having trouble sleeping and all that, so I've had to give it up and know that whatever is going to happen will, and that I just have to trust that whatever does happen will be for the best and will work out in the end.

Well, I guess that's about all for now. I'll move on to my weekly quiz. I've added a few more questions.

28 Week Quiz

How far along: 28 weeks and 1 day today

Weight gain: I was up 21 1/2 pounds on the scale. I guess I lost half a pound. The doctor has me up 15 pounds.

Maternity clothes: Completely in maternity clothes.

New baby items: Well, we've ordered our Chariot. Hopefully it should be in after the holidays. People at Artie's work have given him some old baby stuff that they had in their basement. We got a high chair for a seat. Kaleb has used it a few times now. :-) My sister-in-law has given me tons of stuff. I'm so thankful to have these people in my life.

Stretch marks: No, but I'm getting that line that goes down the belly. Yuck! Not too happy about that one!

Sleep: Sleep has been good. I am still getting up like I said earlier, but as long as I go to bed at a reasonable hour, I'm okay!

Best moment of the week: Hearing from the doctor that my weight was not an issue, that I'm on the right track and that she doesn't want me to be concerned about it. Obviously not going to go crazy, but it's just nice to not be worried about that. Also getting to hear the baby's heartbeat is always such a fun time.

Movement: Holy cow, yes!

Food cravings: I want pizza right now, but it can only be from one place. The place that we found that makes pizza like NY!

Labor signs: No! But, braxton hicks contractions make my belly soooooo incredibly hard!

Belly button in or out: It's still in. I think it might just stay in.

What I miss: I miss family and friends at this time of year, but Bobby flew in to town and he'll be here for two weeks :-)

What I'm looking forward to: I'm excited to finish up the baby's room painting. It's almost done. Pictures to come! Also, the changing table.

Weekly wisdom: Check, then double check... sometimes you need to triple check.

Milestones: By this week, your baby weighs two and a quarter pounds (like a Chinese cabbage) and measures 14.8 inches from the top of her head to her heels. She can blink her eyes, which now sport lashes. With her eyesight developing, she may be able to see the light that filters in through your womb. She's also developing billions of neurons in her brain and adding more body fat in preparation for life in the outside world.

28 Week Belly Shot... yep, I'm still in my pjs (vacation I love you!)