37 Weeks

I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas or whatever holiday you celebrate. :)

 

As much as I loved it, I am excited for it to be over so that our kid can finally make it's way into the world. You cannot imagine how incredibly impatient I have gotten. I am generally very patient and can wait things out, but I am so ready to meet our baby that I am going crazy sitting around waiting.

 

I think it's finally hitting me what this is going to do to me from here on out.
The other day as I was driving it really hit me... I'm going to be a parent soon. Seriously... Am I old enough to be a parent? How does that even happen. haha. I am definitely excited and ready, but the word parent definitely throws me off guard.

I really couldn't be more thrilled, It'll just take a few more days or year or decades to sink in I'm sure.

 

I am ready to meet this little baby of mine that has been kicking me in the ribs for the past month.
It's weird knowing that there is a little person in there and that pretty soon she'll be ours forever. It's amazing how much I care for the little thing even though I haven't met her yet. I worry about her and care about her and it's crazy to think that I already want what is best for her. I can't imagine what it is going to be like once she's here and growing up.

 

I didn't realize that I could care for someone so much already. I am ready to meet her and get going on all the fun things we're going to do. Like tea parties. We're definitely having a million of those.

 

 

 

 

This was at our Deters Family Christmas party on Sunday. Everyone says I still look so small, but I definitely feel huge and baby girl in there is just the right size and weight so I'm grateful that I haven't gotten immensely huge and uncomfortable. Yet.

 

 

These were at the doctor's office last week. I waited while he went up and delivered a baby so me and the kid chilled in the office and watched YouTube videos on my phone. I definitely think my face is getting puffy and showing the preggie glow.

 

 

RJ is beside himself impatient about getting this show on the road. He's ready to meet his baby and start loving her like I already have. It's hard for him to still imagine there's a baby in there because she doesn't move very much when he puts his hands on my belly. So needless to say, he's ready to be part of all the excitement.

 

 

Last but not least, an awesome work bathroom picture showcasing the big bump. :) This shirt shows off that I do indeed have a big belly that I am trying to balance around the place.

 

As for the fun things...

 

How Far Along?

37 weeks and 3 days

 

Total Weight Gain?

23.5 lbs as of last Tuesday

 

Maternity Clothes?

Yes, definitely shirts and I'm still sort of fitting into my pants.

My belly dropped a few days ago and it's definitely harder to button them up.

 

Stretch Marks?
There is only one that I have noticed so far and it's pretty light... I'm hoping it stays that way.

 

Sleep?

I haven't slept terribly this last week, but it definitely hasn't been good either. I have been a lot more tired this week. Growing a baby is tiring business.

 

Best Moment this Week?
I had pretty good Braxton Hicks contractions last Saturday and I was so hoping that it was actual labor. No go, but it still got me really excited. Oh and going over to LDS Hospital and just finding out where we need to go when things do start going down. I imagined myself waddling in and causing a stir. I can't wait!

 

Miss Anything?

Being the smaller version of myself and not feeling tired.

 

Movement?

TONS! of movement this week. She's either whipping her head around and gouging me in the lady bits or her feet are doing a little tap dance on my ribs. I love feeling her moving around although it's not very comfortable. It gives me peace of mind knowing she's still chillin in there and doing good.

 

Food Cravings?

Nope... Barfing more than ever this week so nothing sounds good. I can honestly say I haven't had really any cravings this whole pregnancy. I spent the majority trying to keep food down, not thinking about what was going in.

 

Anything make you sick or queasy?

Everything.

 

Gender?

Girl

 

Labor Signs?
I have had a lot of cramping and Braxton Hicks off and on, but I don't think there's been any real labor signs. Which is a big bummer.

 

Symptoms?

Uncomfortable... and more uncomfortable-ness. The biggest has been cramping and pain in my ribs from her feet constantly being there. I have a hard time sitting or laying for more than two minutes in the same position and lots of pressure in my stomach. I have also been really nauseous this week.

 

Belly Button in or out?

Out

 

Wedding Rings on or off?

On, but finally tight.

 

Happy or Moody most of the time?

Pretty moody this week to be honest. It's just uncomfortable all the stinkin time.

 

Looking forward to?

Going into real labor and my appointment today to see if I'm dilated at all!

I'll keep you posted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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35 Weeks

Today is the 13th of December so hopefully by the next 13th we will have a baby!

A lot has gone on this month which is why I am a little behind on blogging.

Plus things have been pretty much the same as far as being pregnant goes. Nothing new, just cooking the kid waiting and waiting until she finally is ready.

 

My sweet grandma passed away a couple of weeks ago. The funeral was hard but I know that she is no longer in pain and it was a great memorial and way to remember how wonderful she was and what an honor it was to be her grandchild.

 

Then only about a week later, my brother and sister-in-law had their baby!

 

Meet Hyrum Lance Deters.

 

All fresh and new.

One day old.

 

He's a squashy little guy but he looks adorable. I can't wait to go up and meet him this weekend.

My sister in law Nicole was a champ through labor and delivery. I got a text at about noon saying that they were at the hospital and by 9:30 that night I got a call from my brother telling me that he was finally a dad! It was th sweetest thing ever and I am so excited for them.

 

As for RJ and I, we're just loafing around the house not doing too much.

 

We put up our Christmas decorations and hung lights on our house which we've been telling ourselves we'll do every year but never do.

I only had a little preggie meltdown over this so I consider it a success.

 

 

I love when my parents visit because they bring their adorable little dog that loves to growl and snuggle at the same time. She's adorable and always has the cutest little hairbows in her hair.

 

Our dogs weren't so cute and cuddly. They like to go outside and hang out and smell up our house. So baths are now in order about once a week. They love it!

 

 

I have about the best husband ever. He painted my right hand for me for my grandma's funeral. He does a good job surprisingly enough. :)

Although I still can't get him to shave my legs (even though I am completely capable) or go get me Gatorade at one in the morning.

haha. Even if I tell him that I am carrying his child.

 

 

This guy greeted me at work the other morning. It was a fun little surprise. Brought a little bit of Idaho right to work. I loved it.

 

 

I had my baby shower! I could have completely forgotten about it except for all the adorable clothes and blankets bursting out of the nursery. It was a hectic weekend because that is the weekend my grandma passed away, but it was bittersweet and not all bad since we celebrated someone's life and someone coming into our life very soon.

I am so thankful for my family that came and how generous and loving all of them were. I got a lot of beautiful and thoughtful gifts along with gifts that I am going to be so thankful I have.

 

 

As for being pregnant... this was a couple weeks ago but it looks about the same so just pretend this is an up to date picture. :)

 

How far along are you?

35 weeks and 4 days

 

Total Weight Gain?

I actually forgot to look at my last appointment so I'll know again at my next appointment on Tuesday. I think it's around 20lbs though.

 

Maternity Clothes?

If I don't wear them, I feel like a giant whale trying to squeeze into tiny clothes, but I am still wearing the same pants. I'm down to only a few that fit, but I'm going with it.

 

Stretch Marks?

Not yet, but the skin on my stomach is starting to look really transparent and I am just crossing my fingers that none pop up in the next couple of weeks. I think this might be too good to be true though.

 

Sleep?

Not bad actually. I get up to pee around 3:30 every morning but go right back to bed. My dreams have been pretty weird lately, but it hasn't affected my sleeping.

 

Best Moment this Week?

Having Lance's baby get here made me so excited to see my own little kid and see what RJ and I have created. haha. His baby has Lance's nose and Nicole's eyes and I can't wait to see what features our kid got. Probably all the worst qualities I'm sure. :D

 

Miss Anything?

I am craving an awesome abs workout. I have tried to stay away from any core workouts because when my abs get sore it hurts for days and I can never get comfortable. But I think a good sweaty workout will do the trick.

 

Movement?

Lots of leg kicks and hiccups. I felt bad because I drank a big glass of lemonade the other day on an empty stomach and she had hiccups for such a long time! Poor thing.

 

Anything make you sick or queasy?

This last weekend wasn't so good to me. I threw up a few times in the middle of the night. I am not sure if I was sick or if I ate something bad but it wasn't the best night's sleep I've ever had.

 

Food Cravings?

Gatorade... weird I know.

 

Gender?

GIRL! We had an ultrasound last Friday and asked the lady if she could check but she didn't even try. She was not the most pleasant lady I've ever met to say the least. Gracious lady, you look at babies all day, you'd think she'd have been happier.

 

Labor Signs?

My stomach will tighten up sometimes but other than that nothing.
At my last appointment the doctor checked to see if she was head down though and she is! She's just fattening up and then she'll be ready to go in a few more weeks. :)

 

Symptoms?
My ribs get jabbed almost constantly but other than that I haven't had too many symptoms the last couple of weeks. It's been great.

 

Belly button in or out?

More out than in!

 

Wedding rings on or off?

On

 

Happy or Moody most of the time?

Happy and Excited

 

Looking forward to?

Buying a car seat this week and going to see Lance's baby.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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