Today, I'm officially nine months pregnant, according to LMP, though Yoda is still measuring ahead. I'll get my cerclage removed next Tuesday and it's pretty much a guessing game on when I'll go into labor. Both doctors are estimating he'll be born within the first week of November but I'm still not certain I'll be pregnant come Halloween. We shall see!
According to babygaga.com:
Almost done, mommy!
The countdown to your sweet
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I've posted about issues I have with my brother and his lifestyle, namely, he likes the title of father but not the role. I've mentioned how I hate the idea he takes advantage of my retired, health-stricken parents because my brother hates the idea of any responsbility. I guess that's why he doesn't have nice things.
So naturally, his lack of respect for anyone has been a real sore button for
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Much to my husband's dismay, I've been listening to a lot of Wu-Tang this pregnancy. A lot. I'm determined to teach Yoda all the names of the greatest rap group in history.
Naturally, I was so pleased to get this gem from my registry!
This is Yoda's gift from his Aunt Kimberly and Uncle Tyrone. They also sent him a hat:
Keepin' up with the Star Wars theme. You know, he just
I'm a day late and dollar short but I didn't forget about this post. This one is special because it's my BARE belly. Yeah, BARE. Stretch marks, dirty mirror, and all.
How far along? 35 weeks, according to LMP.
Weight gain/loss? None. No weight gain at all entire pregnancy.
Symptoms: Getting cankles. Ew.
Mood: Calm before the storm? I was feeling very overwhelmed for a while but now I'm fine, just prepared now.
Sleep: Not much. Been
Normally I would have songs as blog posts titles but today is just too important. Tonight, as I've done for the last two years, I'll light a candle in honor of my angels, jellybean (4w6d loss) and Ethan (22w2d loss).
It saddens me how society is so accepting to talk about other forms of loss such as cancer, but no one wants to talk about pregnancy loss. Many women have
Today marks 35 weeks (according to LMP. According to Yoda bear's size, I'm pretty close to 37 weeks). Let's check in to see how he's holding up.
According to babygaga.com:
It's getting cramped in here!
Congratulations! You’re now carrying over 5 pounds of baby-goodness - not counting their amniotic fluid, the umbilical cord, or the placenta itself.
Developmentally, your wee womb-tenant has the fat-factory running at full tilt while their digestive system puts
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So we pretty much have everything we need for Yoda's arrival. Well, everything but the tub. Finding a good tub is hard. We want a tub that's good quality and can last for at least a couple of years, well into toddlerdom. Though, we did receive this gem at the baby shower:
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This tub is just too flippin'
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Today is my birthday. Two years ago, I was pregnant on my birthday and actually announced it the same day. It was easier to have people tell me Happy Birthday and wish me congratulations at the same time. Though I did announce to my Facebook friends and family a few weeks ago I was expecting and debuted a few of our maternity photos, I've been pretty quiet on Facebook.
How far along? 34 weeks, according to LMP.
Weight gain/loss? None. No weight gain at all entire pregnancy.
Symptoms: Getting cankles. Ew.
Mood: Feeling overwhelmed, as if I won't be able to handle motherhood.
Sleep: Not much. Been getting up to go pee a lot more now.
Best moment of the week? Hmm...finding a pediatrician. I hope.
Sex/Name of baby? Boy, leaning towards Bogdan.
Food cravings? Not many cravings but got a weird aversion to eggs recently.
Belly button status? Still an innie but
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As time gets closer to the delivery, so has the anxiety. Namely, transportation.
Some background information – M doesn’t have his license. M has never had his license, like ever. He has had his fair share of permits (which we’ll get to later). M has been in a few car accidents which I believe, has soured his want to drive. He was the passenger in all of them.
Ever since we’ve