OB Update

Update from my OB visit on November 27th.

I was 34 weeks + 1 day at this visit

Vitals: all vitals looked good, including urine, weight, temperature, and blood pressure

Weight: I was 134 lbs. At my last appointment (two weeks ago) I was 134 lbs as well, so I didn't gain any weight these past two weeks. My doctor said that that is not "good" but its all right. I should have gained something though. I have gained 23 lbs total since I got pregnant.

Uterus: My uterus is measuring at 32 to 33 weeks, still behind by 1-2 weeks, my doctor is starting to get concerned by this.

Heartbeat: I asked what the heartbeat was this time and my doctor said 136-144 BPM he said it was bouncing up and down which is normal.

Notes:
My doctor is concerned by the fact that my baby is measuring a week ahead but my uterus is measuring two weeks behind. He thinks that my baby might be stressed out and ordered a NST for next visit in two weeks. If he is stressed, they may have to take him out then. He didn't seem too worried so I am not extremely worried either just a little uneasy. If he is born in two weeks, he will not be a preemie as I will be 36 weeks and 1 day pregnant at that visit. My house will not be ready until the 15th though so I am REALLY hoping that he is not born in two weeks. All though it would be very cool if I got induced on the 11th and he was born on the 12th making his birthday 12/12/12 :] We shall see how that goes.

My next appointment is on Dec. 11th two weeks from today.

34 Weeks Pregnant - 42 Days to go!

It's getting closer! only 42 days to go! I can hardly believe our sweet baby will be here that soon! I finished buying all the things that we need for Bear. There are still some things that I WANT but don't have to have, well see if I can get the money to buy those or not :]

The nursery is no where near even started yet, and won't be until my roommates leave around December 15th! So here's to hoping this little guy stays in until at least December 15th.

I am getting more and more stretch marks on my belly (super sad face). I am starting to feel really tired/fatigued and getting pains at night when I sleep. Overall, I am no longer comfortable and I am officially tired of being pregnant. I wore my first maternity pants this week. They were size small and still too big, but so comfy! I am so glad I got some, because I really felt like I was being strangled in my normal pants. I still haven't worn any maternity shirts, but I think I may need to soon as I only have like 3 shirts that will fit over my belly without it hanging out and making me look like a fat slob lol. Back pain also started this week. I have been having it at night mainly, and it is making sleeping hard and very uncomfortable. I really hope that its temporary and goes away soon.

The excitement is definitely setting in now! All though I am also kind of frantic/worried that everything wont get done in time with my apartment and the nursery. I am definitely in full blown nesting mode.

34 Week Update (from babycenter.com)

"Your baby now weighs about 4 3/4 pounds (like your average cantaloupe) and is almost 18 inches long. Her fat layers – which she'll need to regulate her body temperature once she's born – are filling her out, making her rounder. Her skin is also smoother than ever. Her central nervous system is maturing and her lungs are continuing to mature as well. If you've been nervous about preterm labor, you'll be happy to know that babies born between 34 and 37 weeks who have no other health problems generally do fine. They may need a short stay in the neonatal nursery and may have a few short-term health issues, but in the long run, they usually do as well as full-term babies. "

34 Weeks

(You can see my first pair of maternity pants here)

Top View

Covered View

(I feel HUGE but everyone says I look super small)

I can't wait to meet you baby Bear <3