::Baby G Take 2:: Week 29 & 30

How far along? 30 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 21 lbs. Pretty close to where I was with Henley so I think I'm in good shape.

Stretch marks? Yep found my first stretch marks the other day in the mirror. They are on the side of my belly, 2-3 of them about 2 inches long. Since mine with Henley went away so well, I'm really not freaking out (as opposed to the tears I shed the first time around)

Symptoms: I am all better so no more coughing which has been a huge blessing! Heartburn and back pain like always. I'm also experiencing a lot of soreness and aches.

Sleep: Sleep has definitely been better this week. Henley is going through a weird sleep thing but luckily falls right asleep if we put her in our bed.

Best moment this week: Christmas was SO fun. Henley didn't feel well but that didn't stop her from having a blast!

Have you told family and friends: Yes everyone knows. 

Miss anything: Not really.

Movement: Tons. I've started feeling hiccups too which are pretty fun.

Food cravings: Nothing specifically. I remember the cravings subsiding in the third trimester last time. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: No

Have you started to show yet: Yes. Feeling huge lately

Gender: GIRL! Macie Paige

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Out and showing in all it's glory through my clothes! 

Wedding Rings On or Off? Just starting to feel a little uncomfortable but I'm still wearing them most of the time

Happy or Moody: Happy for the most part, just sick and uncomfortable. 

Looking forward to: Another long weekend with Hens!

::Baby G Take 2:: Weeks 28

How far along? 28 Weeks (picture taken at 28 weeks, 3 days)

Total weight gain/loss: 21 lbs. Pretty close to where I was with Henley so I think I'm in good shape.

Stretch marks? Not yet, fingers are still crossed. I've been really lazy with my lotions, hoping I don't regret it come March.

Symptoms: This week has been rough. We went to Disney this past week and it was cold. In the beginning of the week I had a cough and now it's a full blown cold/infection. I am on z-pack so hopefully getting better soon. Heartburn and back pain have been the same. I've stop losing hair which is the best!!

Sleep: Sleep has been hit or miss with this congestion and cough. I'd almost prefer not sleeping as opposed to sleeping with a cold. 

Best moment this week: Disney was amazing. Henley had a blast. The nursery is also like 85% done, can't wait to share!

Have you told family and friends: Yes everyone knows. 

Miss anything: This week I don't really miss anything other than being comfortable which is partly pregnancy related and partly due to this cold!

Movement: Tons. She moves a lot and I love it. I feel so connected to her when she moves.

Food cravings: Disney's cake pops! Mmmmm I've had more than my share :-)

Anything making you queasy or sick: No

Have you started to show yet: Yes. I had my first crappy comment from a random co-worker asking if I am having twins....grrrr!

Gender: GIRL! Macie Paige

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Out and showing in all it's glory through my clothes! 

Wedding Rings On or Off? Off but not due to swelling. I have a rash or dry spot under my ring and it's taking forever to heal so I took my rings off. 

Happy or Moody: Happy for the most part, just sick and uncomfortable. 

Looking forward to: Finishing the nursery and Henley's birthday this week. Her birthday is bringing so many memories of her birth and newborn stage. I'm so nervous and excited to do it again.

Mere :-)

::Baby G Take 2:: Week 26

How far along? 26 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 12 lbs. last check a few weeks ago. I'll find out for sure on Thursday

Stretch marks? Not yet, fingers are still crossed

Symptoms: Heartburn still...back pain and some slight swelling in my feet. I only realize this because my boots that are normally loose were tight on Thanksgiving. Could have been from standing while cooking though now that I think about it.

Sleep: Sleep has been pretty good. One night recently I twisted over in bed while I was sleeping and it sent a sharp pain in my stomach that was enough to wake me up. I think I am going to attempt to bring the Snoogle pillow back in hope that it helps minimize the need for rolling over.

Best moment this week: Thanksgiving was great with ours families but best moment is definitely being off for 9 straight days!! (Seriously guys, I am meant to work from home---it suits me)

Have you told family and friends: Yes everyone knows. 

Miss anything: This week I'd say is the first week I have been uncomfortable more often than not so I miss being comfortable. Shaving was an Olympic feat this weekend in the shower.

Movement: So much it's distracting. She is starting to have moments where she is moving constantly!

Food cravings: No cravings really this week. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: No

Have you started to show yet: OMG Yes!

Gender: GIRL! Macie Paige

Labor Signs: None thank God

Belly Button in or out? SO far out. I don't remember popping this much with Henley

Wedding Rings On or Off? On

Happy or Moody: Happy but I did have a few cranky days here and there.

Looking forward to: Painting the nursery (hopefully this weekend!)