36 weeks – 28 days to go

How Far Along: 36 weeks Size of baby:6 lbs and more than 18 1/2 inches longHeart rate at Last Doctor’s Visit (3/17): 150 Measuring at Last Doctor’s Visit (3/17):  35 weeks (about a week ahead) What to Look Forward to at the Next Doctor Visit (3/30):  Strep B Test Total Weight Gain/Loss: +Maternity Clothes: going to have to up this to 32 pounds…went to the doctor last week.  Definitely wearing Maternity Clothes…I have been for pretty much the whole time. Gender: It’s a GIRL; name will be chosen when we see her! Please – keep suggesting names…we really don’t decide until we meet her… Movement: Still crazy but I don’t think I’m noticing it as much since I’ve been much more active now that I’m feeling better. Sleep: decent – lots of potty breaks What I miss: champagne, beer, being able to walk without pain, sleeping on my back Cravings: canned pears, whipped cream, bacon, mayonnaise, chocolate, pineapple Symptoms: heartburn, terrible hips, swollen ankles, emotional, an enlarged stomach, Best Moment of the Week: Having my girls home with me again after they were with Grandma and Grandpa Van.  I really appreciated the break but it was so good to be with them again!    

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