35 weeks

Holy cow! I can't believe I'm 35.5 weeks pregnant!! Our little girl will be here in one more month (or less)!! Things at work are still crazy busy and the stress is 10 times worse than it was at this time last year. I hope things start slowing down and falling into place soon. I've been trying to get in as much girlfriend time as possible lately, and spend lots of quality time with Jon too! It's crazy catching up with friends and not knowing if I'll be a mommy by the time I see them again!! AHHH :)

Everyone keeps asking how I'm feeling,  I usually just say "great, how are you?" and the honest truth is..I'm exhausted. Most mornings begin with a self-pep talk that I can make it through the day, and a prayer that I'm right. Once I get in the car to drive to work, I feel pretty great. Around 10:30 though-- another pep-talk and prayer. "I think I can, I think I can, I think I can!!" The rest of the day is so packed that it goes by pretty fast and the next thing I know, I did it!! If I didn't stay at work for another 2 or 3 hours a night after this accomplishment, I probably wouldn't be so dang tired, but oh well!

Besides that, just the same ol' symptoms, no real complaints. Hip pain and heartburn, now accompanied by minor swelling of the feet. I officially have a stretchmark right where my belly button ring used to be, but I really don't care as much as I thought I would. With as many skin issues as I already have, what's one more? Starting tomorrow, I go to the Dr. every week and begin getting cervical checks! It's so exciting to get so close!! :)

At home, things are nearly prepared and perfect!! Bedding and newborn clothes are washed and put away, hospital bag is packed and this past weekend we bought our travel system. We need to set up the pack-n-play, monitor, install the carseat and put a few finishing touches on the nursery. There are still  some things to buy, but my wonderful co-workers are throwing me a shower on Friday so I'l assess what I still need this weekend!! I feel so lucky and blessed by all the gifts, love and support that we've gotten so far from everyone. It is truly amazing!!

We are ready almost ready to meet you, baby A!!

32-33-34 weeks

I've been SO busy and exhausted these last couple of weeks!! So here's a recap…

32 weeks- had a Dr. appt, got a flu shot and caught a cold. Was sick all Labor day weekend, and Jon was worse off than me. We literally laid in bed all three days. I got my glider delivered though, making the nursery ALMOST complete!

 Our pretty and comfy glider/recliner!!

Abby loves to lay in the baby's room and has to check it out any time we go in there. I take it as a sign that she will be a good big sister!

33 weeks- Jon and I celebrated 10 years of life in love! So crazy to think we were just kids when we started dating and now we are about to have one of our own. We are so lucky to have each other. We are truly best friends and I can't imagine my life any differently!! Also, we picked a pediatrician for our babe! :)

Jon thought the Boppy was just a comfy neck pillow. LOL

34 weeks- Well I'll be 34 weeks Friday, but I had my 34 week appointment today so I'll tell you about it. I've officially gained 25 lbs..I never thought I'd like the sound of "Come here, Biggon" but when Jon says that as he goes in for a belly rub, it's pretty adorable. We had an ultrasound today and we love getting to see Avery and her growth so far! She is weighing in at about 4lbs 12oz, so she is right on track for where we should be!! I found out that I am slightly anemic though, so I need to start iron supplements tonight. They said this should explain some excess tiredness and my occasional light headedness though.