Last weekend, we had our first baby shower! And can I just say, the hostesses really outdid themseleves. It was held at our friends' boathouse at Lake Caroline and it was the perfect setup. People were able to go in and out as they wanted, the food was delicious, and the cake was super cute! We got a ton of great stuff... to name a few, our car seat and plenty of cute outfits and monogrammed burp cloths. Thank you to everyone who helped and who came! It is something we'll always remember.
This past weekend, we attended our Childbirth Classes! Woo Hoo! We are ready for labor and delivery... NOT! Haha but we seriously feel much more prepared. I'm actually looking very much forward to labor. Don't get me wrong, I know it's going to be painful! But at the end of all that, I get to hold the very being that I've been growing in my belly for 9 months. I'm definitely anticipating that day.
Yesterday, I had my 28 week check up. Everything went great. Her heart rate was in the 150's - 160's still. They went ahead and "checked" me to make sure I wasn't dilated or effaced at all. I am glad to report that everything is still closed. I have been having a lot of Braxton Hicks contractions. They don't worry me at all, but they worry Michael, of course. I know they're pretty normal... some women feel them, some don't. Mine seem to happen more when I'm dehydrated so I just drink more water and most of the time they subside. Dr. Wiggs, the doctor I'm seeing while Dr. Johnson is on maternity leave, seemed to be a little concerned because I have more than 4 in one hour sometimes and up to 12 in a day. He just told me to keep an eye on them. No biggie! I will be going to the doctor every 2 weeks from now until 36 weeks. And by the way, I passed the Glucose Test from last visit with flying colors.
Georgia has been training for a marathon, I think. She has been moving so much lately... I love it. Now I know why mom's say they miss feeling the baby move once they're born. I will definitely miss it but I'm going to enjoy it and love it while I can.
I've decided to add one thing to the blog since I've hit third trimester. I'm going to call it "The Things that People Say" I'll start with just a few that I can remember and I'm sure I'll be able to add plenty during each blog post.
"Well, Katie, you're not skinny anymore!"
"Oh, you're pregnant....I thought your face was fatter."
"Oh, look at you, you're getting on out there."
I'll go ahead and admit it... I've officially hit the 20 pound mark and people are obviously starting to notice. The things people say really don't bother me, I just find it funny most of the time so I thought I'd share with y'all.
Baby's size: By this week, your baby weighs two and a quarter pounds (like a Chinese cabbage) and measures 14.8 inches from the top of her head to her heels.
Eating habits/cravings: Barbecue! Seriously, I could eat it everyday.
Mood/Energy: Getting a little tired again. March was a very busy month so that probably has a lot to do with it.
Things to look forward to: We are going to be super busy until her arrival... we've got 2 more baby showers, my best friend's wedding, our nephew's first birthday party, our anniversary, plenty of church activities, and so on and so on to keep us busy until June 19!
Oh did I mention that Georgia's daddy will be turning the big 3-0 in less than a week?? Yep, that's right! We'll have to do some major celebrating! :)
Major development this week: She can blink her eyes, which now sport lashes. With her eyesight developing, she may be able to see the light that filters in through your womb. She's also developing billions of neurons in her brain and adding more body fat in preparation for life in the outside world.
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