34 weeks

Had another appointment today. I never get tired of hearing our baby's heartbeat. It's exciting every time. Everything is fine, medically speaking. I don't exactly feel "fine" physically, but that's totally normal at this point, so oh well! I just have to remind myself that I can't do as much as I'd like to for the next month. The to-do lists that I so love to make and check-off need to be shorter. This may or may not be the last time I have the privilege of having a tiny life growing inside me, so I need to enjoy it as much as possible. (I still say a fourth is an option, but Greg says three will be perfect.)

Nesting

This week I've been working on getting Aubrey's room ready for her. I didn't want to paint the room, so I'm working purples in to make it more girly. Joel's still taking naps in the crib, so it has all his "stuff" in it. I still have some work to do in her room, and I need to finish her quilt, but we're getting closer to being ready. I know I'm feeling ready for her to be out! Still another month, though. I'm hoping it speeds by.
The name wall hanging was my latest project. My sister-in-law gave me the idea (and most of the materials). Thanks, Michelle!

Another Big One?

Just had my 32 week appointment and talked about my worries about delivering another big baby. I've had recovery issues with both kids--enough said. After the doctor measured me and saw I'm measuring bigger/further along than I actually am, he said he'd induce 7-10 days early if all is well. So, Aubrey could be born in February, maybe the 27th, 28th, or 29th (hopefully not the 29th, though, because I'd feel bad if she only had a birthday every 4 years). I'd prefer to go into labor on my own as I have with the other two, but I also don't want to be pushing out a 10 pounder either. Joel was 10 days early and he was 9 lbs. 4 oz. This stuff is just not an exact science. Maybe Aubrey is deceiving us all and is going to be a petite 7 pounder--I highly doubt it, since it feels like there's a big, strong baby in there, but it's possible.

Getting bigger

We're 32 weeks now. When I saw this photo, I couldn't believe I was really that big. :) Greg says I am. I asked. I'm wearing a more loose and "flowy" top (excuses, excuses), but yes, I'm looking quite pregnant. I'm feeling quite pregnant, too. Maybe only 6 or 7 more weeks?

31 Week appointment

Everything's good. They got the results back from the lab, and I don't have gestational diabetes. Hooray!

Aubrey is quite lively. I never have to wonder if she's ok in there. She makes her presence known often, day and night. It kind of makes me wonder what kind of a baby she'll be. Joel was a wild one inside and was a pretty easy baby. Kari wasn't as wild but was colicky (the doctor's only explanation for her unhappiness and persistent screaming) her first 4 1/2 months of life. We'll see about this one!

Happy

I can eat chocolate again! The three days with no sugar were more difficult that I care to admit, but I followed the diet. The lab test was long, a little painful, and just no fun, but as I sat there for 4 hours watching other people come in for tests (some quite elderly and others obviously in poor health), I found myself feeling thankful for my pregnancy and good health. No word yet on the results. I think I'm fine.