July 23, 2014

Hump Day || Bump Day - 33 Weeks


Alright people. We're going to do things a little differently around here today because, well, quite honestly I feel like changing it up a bit. Plus I'm pressed for time and don't feel like thinking about the answers to the infamous "bump date" survey. Gotta keep ya guessing at all times, right?!

How about we get straight to the point in none other than bullet point fashion? (Gah. Love me some bullet points. Don't you?!)

  • As of today, we're 33 weeks and 3 days. Holy. Hell. Less than 7 weeks to go. 
  • My mom was a week and a half early with me, and almost 2 weeks early with my brother. Seeing that my pregnancy has been pretty identical to hers (and early deliveries are hereditary...or so I've read), this pretty much means I have like 5 weeks to go. While the uncomfortableness inside and knowing we could possibly have a baby in that short amount of time makes me over the moon excited...the labor/delivery process scares the daylights out of me. 
  • As the days go by, I get more and more nervous about how the end of this whole pregnancy journey will end. It's honestly been (dare I say?) enjoyable up until this point so I just pray it continues to stay that way.
  • Part 1 of our childbirth class was last weekend (part 2 is this weekend) and against what everyone has said, I am actually glad we signed up for these. Though the breathing exercises are a JOKE (Seriously...who's going to remember which breathing technique to use when you have a mini human coming out of your girly parts?), I can say I did actually enjoy learning the whole process of knowing when you're in labor, when to come to the hospital, how they check you for progress, what the epidural looks like (YIKES) and how the entire epidural process works. And though the nurse teaching is the most monotone, unexciting creature ever, she did make me feel more comfortable about the whole process and that no matter what happens, mine and the baby's health is their #1 priority.
  • We have 99% of the nursery COMPLETE! Like, clothes in the drawers, stuff on the walls, sheets on the bed...complete!! Though I despise the store and it's Lego-like furniture, I'll be making an Ikea haul this weekend to get drawer and closet organizers so hopefully this weekend I can snap pics and post about it next week!
  • Maternity clothes...no one told me I would grow out of them. Talk about an awesome feeling...#not
  • We've started taking the stroller with us on our walks with Oakley in hopes of teaching her to walk next to it without acting a fool. Though I feel completely silly walking by people with a pink teddy bear in the car seat and an 8-month bump, this was really important for Beau and I to do and surprisingly enough, Oakley didn't act like a complete hoodlum during the process! She was a little interested/weary of the new big black accessory on wheels, but overall, she did well!
  • My hair. I can't get enough of it right now. Though it needs a trim (big time), it's so thick and full and I am honestly soaking up this pregnancy perk.
  • My belly ALSO feels equally huge. HUGE. Especially at the end of the day. Who am I kidding? Everything from the neck down feels huge these days. I can definitely see why women say the last 2 months are "uncomfortable". 
  • My belly button is on its way out...and quickly. It's become completely flat and I know it's only a matter of time before I have an outty.
  • The dress I'm wearing in this week's pic...omg. I can't get enough of it. I found it on major clearance at Gap and of course, now they're sold out in my size. Just my luck. It's literally the softest material ever and because it's spaghetti strap, I plan on doubling it as a nursing dress.
  • Things that have become rather interesting thanks to the bump...putting shoes on, shaving, putting on lotion, wiping (just being honest here), getting in and out of bed all 18 times in the middle of the night, hmmm...what else?! 
  • Also, watermelon, crushed ice and smoothies...I could make a meal out of these three "food" items. And sometimes I do. The day watermelon season ends will be, quite possibly, the saddest day of the year. (Only slightly exaggerating there...but really. I will be one sad mofo.)

And that's a wrap. I've got things to do. Places to go. People to see. And more importantly, coffee to drink. ;) Ta ta! 


21 comments:

  1. I think I am expecting right around the same time as you (9/6) and am feeling majorly uncomfortable as well. That mixed with exhaustion makes for limited productivity :)

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  2. Girlfriend, you look gorgeous! Can't believe that sweet girl will be here so soon. Don't be nervous, you're going to do just fine! I'm a L&D nurse, so if you have any questions, feel free to ask :)

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  3. You look stunning my friend, and I am so excited for you! Don't want to alarm you but my little SJ came at 37 weeks and EN at 35 weeks - be prepared mama!! x

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  4. You are glowing! Almost there! Love the dress!

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  5. I'm sure that you have heard a thousand scary labor stories, but I thought a positive one might help. Mine was a breeze! I woke up at 5 AM with contractions 1-3 minutes apart. And he was born by 4:30 PM. No drama. The epidural was my best friend. I love the experience. I said I would do labor 10 times over before I would ever want to be pregnant again. I tried to go into it without any expectations and it may have hurt like a mother (before the epidural) but it was amazing! Hope that helps!

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  6. You look beautiful as ever girl!

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  7. seriously how are you almost due?!?! I feel like you just announced it lol Cant wait to see the nursery reveal :)

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  8. I cannot believe that you are already 33 weeks! Time seems like it has flown! I know you feel huge but, you really do look great!!

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  9. You look beautiful as ever! I know it must be an awful feeling to grow out of maternity clothes. Those maxis must be your best friend. I truly hope they are still in style 5 plus years from now when I have children!!

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  10. You look great as always! I'm at 37 weeks now and DYING to get this baby out! You will be lucky if you are early because I hit a wall of uncomfortableness and time feels like it has slowed to a snail pace since 36 weeks. Let's hope for early deliveries so we can meet our babies! haha

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  11. You look so great!! I can't believe it's almost time for that sweet little girl to be here! :)

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  12. Enjoy your awesome hair while you can because postpartum it falls out for MONTHS!! It is so sad!!!! Oh and if you plan on breastfeeding, I HIGHLY recommend taking a class with your hubby. It was so informative and Jon helped me a LOT those first few weeks

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  13. You look wonderful! I love that you took Oakley out with the stroller. That is very smart and I'm sure it will pay off when baby girl does come!

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  14. You look awesome lady! Pregnancy is so crazy in that you never know when the bambino is going to chose to make their arrival - which is super hard when you're a planner! But I'm so excited for you, I'm sure everything will be great! I'm not due until December, but I know soon enough I'll be in your shoes!

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  15. Looking good! Good thinking walking Oakley and stroller.

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  16. You look great! I can't believe she's almost here! :)

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  17. Looking good, girlfriend!! Oh I can TOTALLY related to the ice thing - I have been crunching on ice for a while now!! Best thing I did? Went to Sonic and bought a bag of ice (yes, they sell it in like 8 lb bags)!!!!! Ahhhhh it's a dream. I also approve of the bullet points, since that's what I do. haha

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  18. Looking good sissy! Your belly button might surprise you because mine has. It's been flat for several weeks. I have been thinking it was going to pop for awhile but so far so good. Yay for the nursery! We are waiting on our chair, and I'm scared. I called the store earlier to "check" on it and she said it isn't scheduled to ship until early September or early October. Slight panic.

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  19. You are absolutely GLOWING!! Seriously-pregnancy looks great on you, mama!! (And as someone who was ridiculously fat-looking when she was pregnant I'm very envious of you!)

    Enjoy these last weeks! They go by so fast! But ya know what-the first year of parenthood goes by faster than that!

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  20. omg I wish I was done with the nursery! its been in 50% complete state for so long and I'm starting to think ...hm maybe we'll just finish this when she is here lol!

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  21. You look gorgeous as always! I am so glad the c-birth classes are giving you some piece of mind. They were a huge game changer for me as I was TERRIFIED to give birth.

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