How far along?: 38 weeks, 0 days.
Total weight gain/loss: +0.5 this week, +21.5 overall. I think I might stay under that 25-35 lb range "they" recommend. I might just have to reward myself with something sweet :)
How big is baby?: 6 2/3 lbs and over 19.5 inches long.
Maternity clothes?: Real pants are replaced by sweatpants as much as possible now.
Sleep: So happy to say not bad. It's hit & miss, of course, but I've had quite a few good nights lately. Still only 1 bathroom break a night, probably because she's still too high to be squishing my bladder much.
Movement: She's a crazy child. Must take after her mother. Still dancing around like a madwoman.
Labor signs: I *think* she's dropped a tiny bit. Just a little. Lots of pressure down south and a little less trouble breathing. Still nothing to brag about, as I think she's warm and cozy and wants to stay in here until February. We'll find out tomorrow if I'm right at the doctor.
Food Cravings: Nothing in particular this week. But I've been plowing through gallons of milk, so this kiddo should have some strong bones.
Gender: It's a girl. I promise. Call it mother's intuition if you will. Time to start preparing yourself for this, husband. (p.s. this is one time when I will be more than happy to be wrong...)
Belly button in or out?: The top half is starting to pop out a tiny bit - so strange...
What I miss: As I near the end of all this and realize that I'll soon get to enjoy all the things I've "missed" this pregnancy, I've decided to reflect on what I'll miss about being pregnant: feeling her wiggle around, guilt-free eating, being told I look great (even if it's followed by "for being so pregnant"), elastic-waisted jeans, genuine surprise when I receive a swift little kick, resting my hand on my belly...
What I am looking forward to: Baby! Baby! Baby!
Best moment this week: Preparing my notes for my Exit Interview at work, as Friday is MY LAST DAY! It's about time I get to speak my mind about this place. I'll be going out with guns blazin' (though in a very professional way, I promise.)
Weekly Wisdom: Pregnant bellies are the best insulators. Man, am I hot. It's going to be 20ish degrees outside by the end of the day, and what did I wear to work? A tank top.
Milestones: Last week of work! In fact, as I write this (at work, haha), I have 11 hours left for the week. I'll be a retiree as of lunch time on Friday!
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