34 weeks and beyond

I have not done well with taking my weekly pics, but I do have a valid excuse. At 34 weeks, I went to my monthly perinatologist appointment--totally thinking this would be my last appointment. My doc had said that if everything looked at 34 weeks I would be released to my regular OB until delivery. Well to my surprise, things did not look good at the appt. My amniotic fluid was very low (5). I was hospitalized and put on IV fluids. If my amniotic fluid didn't improve, we would be having a baby the next day! Talk about being unprepared and totally freaked out. I was hospitalalized in Shreveport, and literally had nothing except for my purse. After a complete emotional roller coaster, my fluid doubled the next day to (10). I was released but was put on bed rest until delivery. Luckily each week when my fluid was checked it was still good. It went from 10 to 9 to 13 where it stayed for 2 weeks. So after 4 weeks if bed rest, we are just 2 days away from meeting our baby girl! I'm so thankful she stayed inside longer, and now can't wait to meet her!  Next post will include pics of our little one! :) 

36 weeks

37 weeks

28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33 Weeks

Geez, it has been WHILE since I posted.... Here goes to catching up on bump photos

30 Weeks

31 weeks

32 weeks

33 Weeks

I'm 33 weeks!

 

Pregnancy Highlights:

Due Date: October 18, 2013 (Induction estimated Oct. 7)

How Far Along: 33 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby O is as big as a pineapple!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 19 lbs.

Maternity Clothes: Most maternity bottoms but some tops.  

Gender: GIRL!

 Anniston Joy O'Neal

Movement: She moves all of the time! It’s crazy to watch my stomach move when she moves.

Sleep: Sleeping is still going pretty well. My nose gets stuffy a lot causing me to snore (Poor Justin). And of course, I wake up for potty breaks.

What I miss: I miss being able to bend over without pain!

Cravings: I am loving MILK! I try to eat as much protein as possible since I am still watching my sugar due to failing the 1 hour glucose test twice (I did pass the 3 hour).

Symptoms: I have some intense mid back pain some days, and I have some discomfort from my stomach muscles pulling. And of course, I am tired especially since school is back in swing, but it really hasn’t been too terrible.

Emotions: Excited! We have made lots of progress in the nursery. My mom and Justin have really helped get the nursery to where it is almost finished.

Looking forward to: Writing thank you notes! NOT! :P I love getting thank you notes and totally believe they are necessary, but I feel as if I am never going to finish them. We have been so blessed and have had 2 great showers already. I was worried that with having a little girl that I would only get clothes. Now don’t get me wrong, she has TONS of clothes, but we have been fortunate to get lots of practical things too. Between our families and giftcards, Justin and I will have all of the ‘big’ vital things gifted to us…freeing up some of our cash for the medical bills b/c all of my monthly ultrasounds at the specialist office have sure not been cheap!

25, 26, & 27 Weeks

I am now 27 weeks! I haven't been updating as much lately because not as much is going on....

 

Pregnancy Highlights:

Due Date: October 18, 2013

How Far Along: 27 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby O is as big as an eggplant!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 14 lbs

Maternity Clothes: Most maternity bottoms but some tops.  

Gender: GIRL!

 Anniston Joy O'Neal

Movement: I LOVE feeling her move. This girl moves ALL THE TIME! Sometimes it tickles me and other times she kicks so hard it will startle me!

Sleep: Sleeping well! I had a few nights of insomnia, but since I began exercising more regularly it hasn’t been a problem.

What I miss: Laying on my stomach!!!

Cravings: My cravings have subsided greatly. My cravings still taste good, but I don’t have a strong urge for anything.

Symptoms: Back pain

Emotions: Well, I did not pass my first glucose test, so I haven’t been in the best mood today. I’m praying for good results when I take the 3 hour test.

Looking forward to: The nursery dresser/changing table should be ready this coming week. I can’t wait to see how it looks painted and distressed!

Also, I see my specialist again Thursday so I get to have another ultrasound and see my baby girl! I am also now starting my 2 week appointments with my regular OB. It's getting closer! :)

 

Our glider for the nursery came in! :)

Here is a sneak peek at the invitation for my baby shower in my hometown.

Anniston's baby memory book came in!

Changing pad and cover are ready to go on the dresser.

We went to Toys R Us, and took advantage of this special parking! :) It's the little things! 

 

23 & 24 weeks

Some of the pregnancy apps had 23 & 24 week baby size confusing. Some said grape fruit and some said corn.

I did corn again this week b/c the apps said corn or cantaloupe, and I didn't want to buy cantaloupe with the Listeria problems. Hopefully the apps weren't be so confusing in the future. :)

I'm 24 weeks!

 

Pregnancy Highlights:

Due Date: October 18, 2013

How Far Along: 24 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby O is as big as an ear of corn!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 11.5 lbs

Maternity Clothes: Most maternity bottoms but some tops.  

Gender: GIRL!

 Anniston Joy O'Neal

Movement: I LOVE feeling her move. She moves a lot at night and early in the morning...mostly when I’m relaxing.

Sleep: Sleeping well!

What I miss: Umm...I'm enjoying everything right now! :)

Cravings: My cravings have subsided greatly. My cravings still taste good, but I don’t have a strong urge for anything.

Symptoms: Still feeling good! I feel so blessed b/c many pregnant women are suffering with this Louisiana heat, but I don’t even feel pregnant...except for my growing belly. Both my doctors keep telling me how lucky I am to feel great (no constant back pain, headaches, or swelling). I’m sure the uncomfortable part is coming -> 3^rd Trimester.

Emotions: Blessed! At my ultrasound with my specialist, we learned that baby girl is a week ahead of schedule. I was 23 ½ weeks, and she was measuring 24 ½ weeks! She weighs 1lb 8oz. I am so grateful that she is growing well because women with my blood clotting disorder often struggle with their babies growing slower. I feel as if Anniston said “Mommy, those shots are working,” when we heard that she was growing ahead of schedule! :)

 

Looking forward to: The nursery chandelier came in so I’m looking forward to J putting it up!

22 weeks

 

I'm 22 weeks!

 

Pregnancy Highlights:

Due Date: October 18, 2013

How Far Along: 22 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby O is as big as a spaghetti squash or papaya! No pic with fruit or veggie this week—Super1 only had spaghetti squash and papaya that weighed 4 and 5 lbs! It just didn’t make sense to use those b/c Anniston is only like 1 lb.

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 6.5 lbs (probably more after vacation! ha!)

Maternity Clothes: Most maternity bottoms but some tops.  

Gender: GIRL!

 Anniston Joy O'Neal

Movement: I LOVE feeling her move. Justin has felt her move, which was so exciting to include him in this special time.

Sleep: When I sleep well, I usually dream. It's crazy how I remember all of my dreams!

What I miss: I have yet another cold! :( This definitely makes me miss taking the good, strong medications.

Cravings: My cravings for Salt & Vinegar are starting to subside some. Apple Juice still tastes like the best thing ever! I've also had two Humphreys with fruit and honey that were AMAZING in the last few weeks.

Symptoms: Still feeling good except for the stupid cold.

Emotions: Excited! We have made lots of progress in the nursery. We purchased a baby bed and J put it together.  We also have a mattress in it! We have ordered the material for her bedding, chandelier, and glider. :)

 

Looking forward to: Showers! :) I’ve had a few people contact be about baby showers, which is so special that people want to welcome our baby girl! Justin and I registered at Target on Saturday, so we are making progress!

The baby bed in the nursery!

Anniston's butterfly is up in the children's building at church! :)

I love this pic of me and my sisters!


 

21 weeks

I'm 21 weeks!

Pregnancy Highlights:

Due Date: October 18, 2013

How Far Along: 21 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby O is as long as a carrot!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 6.5 lbs (probably more after vacation! ha!)

Maternity Clothes: Most maternity bottoms but some tops.  

Gender: GIRL!

 Anniston Joy O'Neal

Movement: I felt her home for the first time on Monday, June 3rd! It was so neat and weird at the same time. Now, I love feeling her move everyday! So special!

Sleep: When I sleep well, I usually dream. It's crazy how I remember all of my dreams!

What I miss: Being able to turn over quickly while sleeping.  My belly is much heavier and requires extra care when turning over at night.

Cravings: My cravings for Salt & Vinegar are starting to subside some. Apple Juice still tastes like the best thing ever! I've also had two Humphreys with fruit and honey that were AMAZING in the last few weeks.

Symptoms: Still feeling good!

Emotions: Relaxed and anxious! I have really enjoyed this week by doing a lot of relaxing at home, but I am anxious to get her nursery together. I ordered some gowns, headbands, and a few nursery items from etsy this week!

Looking forward to: Our maternity and newborn photography session has officially been booked! I can't wait to work with our photographer, Love by Lindey! J

20 Weeks & Babymoon

I'm 20 weeks!

Pregnancy Highlights:

Due Date: October 18, 2013

How Far Along: 20 Weeks

Size of baby: Baby O is as long as a large banana!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 6.5 lbs (probably more after vacation! ha!)

Maternity Clothes: Most maternity bottoms but some tops. I have had more people even some strangers notice my bump!

Gender: GIRL!

 Anniston Joy O'Neal

Movement: None yet! It should be soon! I can’t wait!

Sleep: When I sleep well, I usually dream. It's crazy how I remember all of my dreams! Some are creepy, like last night I dreamed about snakes and rats! Yikes!

What I miss: Caffeine, Boiled Crawfish, & Good Medicine when sick!

Cravings: My cravings for Salt & Vinegar are starting to subside some. Apple Juice still tastes like the best thing ever! I've also had two Humphreys with fruit and honey that were AMAZING in the last few weeks.

Symptoms: Still feeling good! I've had a few instances of heart burn, but nothing too bad.

Emotions: Relaxed and Blessed! J and I had the most amazing 'Babymoon' trip to the beach with a few close friends. There is something magical about laying on the beach for a week. I constantly thanked God for the beautiful beach and my precious baby girl growing inside of me!

Looking forward to: J and I plan to clean out Anniston's closet and get started on the nursery soon. Next week, I am going shopping with my mom and Meme to pick out fabric for her bedding! J

Here are some pics from our beach trip:

Our week started off great with our close friends, Cole and Brooke, getting engaged on the beach! 

Best View Ever!

Anniston racked up at the outlets!!!

Dinner with my man!