A Look at Camden: 37 weeks :)

So, a lot has happened since I last updated. First of all, my doctor sent me home from work. Because I had already dilated some when she checked me, she said she was afraid that working 13 hour shifts may have sent me into labor a little earlier than she thought was good for me and Camden. So, I ended up going out on medical leave two weeks earlier than the original plan.. but I'm not complaining too much :) It's been nice to have time to finish up some things around the house and make sure we have everything ready. It's also been nice to wake up when I want and sleep when I want (whenever I'm able). However, sitting around doing not much of anything is just helping me be even more anxious about meeting our baby boy! Hopefully, he will be here sooner than later! After all, I'm "term" now and good to go!

How far along? 37 weeks

Total weight gain: 23 pounds

Maternity clothes?: yes.. unless I'm in pajamas (which is quite often)

Stretch marks? None so far! :)

Sleep: Hit and miss. Some nights I wake up once, other nights I wake up 2 or 3 times. But I'm still able to sleep 'good' while I'm asleep.

Miss anything?: Being able to paint my toenails and shave my legs (and do a decent job). Walking without waddling. Not feeling like my stomach is going to read open. Breathing easily.

Movement: His movements have felt different this past week. Not really sure how to explain it, he's still moving a lot, just differently. 

Food cravings: Lemonade, lemonade, lemonade.. and this past week, I spilled all of my last pitcher on the kitchen floor.. :(

Anything making you queasy or sick?: Lying flat on my back. Everything shifts upward and I feel like I'm going to die. 

Gender: Boy!

Name: Camden William Gates

Labor Signs: As of my appointment last Monday, I was dilated 1cm and "a little effaced", as my doctor put it. I also woke up Friday morning with some funny menstrual like cramps (TMI, sorry) that didn't let up. So we went to L&D (after talking with my nurse) and sure enough, the monitor was showing contractions. They just weren't strong enough or close enough together to do much right now. Maybe that means I'm making SOME sort of progress?! The on call doctor said he believed it could be any day now, so we will see. I go back to the doctor Tuesday so hopefully she will have some good news! If not, we will just keep playing the waiting game ;)

Belly Button: outie. :(

Wedding Rings: On

Symptoms: Back pain, shortness of breath, pelvic pain/pressure, frequent bathroom trips, a billion braxton hicks (which I HATE!), and a few mild contractions.

Happy or Moody most of the time?: Happy and anxious

Looking forward to: Our next appointment and meeting our baby boy whenever he comes!

Next Appointment: Tuesday, September 4

Nursery Theme & Colors: Classic/calm.. light blue, white, and gray

Update!

Sorry, but this post is going to be short and sweet. Although I LOVE being pregnant, I'm getting pretty uncomfortable and I am absolutely exhausted today. I had my weekly check-up this morning then came home and took a 4 hour nap. I'm already looking forward to going to bed tonight! I'm a sleeping machine :)

How far along? 35w1d

Total weight gain: 22 pounds

Maternity clothes?: Sometimes.. I'm loving yoga pants and plain t shirts a lot, haha

Stretch marks? None so far! :)

Sleep: Still pretty amazing! I may have a few nights I wake up once, but I usually sleep through the night. I'm also taking a LOT of naps and they are my best friend.

Miss anything?: Not feeling like I have a bowling ball in between my legs and being able to breath normally.

Movement: All of the time.. but he's getting pretty squished in there :)

Food cravings: Lemonade, lemonade, lemonade.

Anything making you queasy or sick?: Eating too much or not eating enough

Gender: Boy!

Name: Camden William Gates

Labor Signs: No labor signs, but my doctor did say she thinks I am starting to efface when she checked me today.. yay!

Belly Button: semi-outie.. I had a kid at church tell me the other day "I can see your belly button now!".. uh.. haha

Wedding Rings: On

Symptoms: back/hip/rib discomfort, Braxton Hicks, reflux, and swollen ankles while I work

Happy or Moody most of the time?: Moody this week

Looking forward to: My next stretch of off days from work!

Next Appointment: August 27, next Monday

Nursery Theme & Colors: Classic/calm.. light blue, white, and gray

Counting Down!

It's crazy to believe we have less than 7 weeks until our due date.. and that I'll be considered "term" in less than 4 weeks! We are getting so anxious and excited to meet our sweet angel! I find myself thinking about it more and more each day and am so thankful God has blessed us with the opportunity to be his parents! Romeo can't wait to be a big brother either.. he loves the nursery! We've started letting him sniff/sleep/cuddle with some of Camden's things so he is used to the "baby" smell.. it is so sweet! I'm also really looking forward to my maternity leave. I LOVE my job.. but 13 hour shifts are getting a tad bit harder now ;) We are now going to the doctor every week for check-ups and she will 'measure' Camden in two weeks to get an estimated weight and position (he's headed in the right direction according to our sonogram today)!

How far along? 33w2d

Total weight gain: 21 pounds

Maternity clothes?: I have one pair of maternity shorts I wear occasionally. I also have a few tops. I mainly wear loose sundresses if I'm out and t-shirts/PJs at the house. The rest of my time, I'm in scrubs!

Stretch marks? None so far! :)

Sleep: It all just depends! I'm still sleeping pretty solid through the night. I have had a few nights that I wake up to use the bathroom or get comfortable. For the most part, though, I've been sleeping at least 7 straight hours which is AMAZING.

Miss anything?: Not being the "slow poke" in the crowd (it takes me a little longer to get around now!). Painting my toe nails/shaving my legs comfortable (I can still manage though!). Eating without getting reflux.

Movement: I think Camden may grow up to be a kicker.. he sure is practicing his field goals in my right ribs :)

Food cravings: Coke icees! And anything "icy"-- snow cones, frozen drinks, etc.

Anything making you queasy or sick?: Eating too much

Gender: Boy!

Name: Camden William Gates

Labor Signs: I wouldn't say labor "signs".. but Braxton Hicks have become my best friend, especially when I work. So, I've been told to "take it easy" whenever I'm not at work, prop up my feet, and sleep.. which is what I'm fixing to do!

Belly Button: semi-outie

Wedding Rings: On

Symptoms: back/hip/rib discomfort, Braxton Hicks, reflux, and swollen ankles while I work

Happy or Moody most of the time?: Happy :)

Looking forward to: Baby shower Saturday! And seeing our little man again next week!

Next Appointment: August 13, next Monday

Nursery Theme & Colors: Classic/calm.. light blue, white, and gray