30 Weeks +

** Reminder: LoBear packed on some ounces so the criteria for the poll has changed. Don't forget to vote again!! 


Happy 3/4 of the way done! 30 Weeks!

This past week we toured the birthing suites at Appleton Medical Center and after seeing both the ThedaClark and AMC suites we have decided on AMC. Although we were first not keen on being moved after the labor and delivery, our tour eased our concerns and changed our minds. Our nurses are never further than two steps outside our room, and all labor and delivery  rooms are close to operating rooms in case of emergency. We also love the idea of a fresh new room after the delivery with a big full size reclining bed for us to lay together with our new little love. 

All this labor talk...things are really starting to get real! Yikes!

I thought it would be fun to see pictures from 10, 20 and now 30 weeks. One-fourth, one-half and three-fourths of the way through this crazy ride~! They aren't lying when they say the majority of growth happens in the late second and third trimester!

10 weeks                                           20 Weeks                                        30 Weeks

The Stats

How far along? 30 Weeks

How big is baby? Around 3 pounds and 15 inches long

Have you picked out any names yet? Yup, Miss Sloane Michaela Casey

How many tests did you take? 3 tests, after 9 months we didn't believe it!

Have you had any morning sickness? I was one of the lucky few with no morning sickness

Stronger Sense of Smell?  Permanent marker in the first trimester. I banned everyone in my office from using them around me! I can now use them myself with no issues.

Appearance

Belly button in or out? Still in there

Stretch marks? A couple small ones around the belly button

Have you had any swelling in your hands or feet? Just one weekend in my ankles after a long car ride. Also, on and off in my hands...my rings are getting tight.

Maternity clothes? Pants 100%, Tops about 90% 

Favorite Maternity Outfit?  Long fitted red maternity sweater, black leggings with grey leg warmers and my black riding boots, I have a lot of favorite pieces but that outfit as a whole is way comfy.

Memories 

Best moment this week? The killer back rub I finally coaxed out of Chris to give me

What I miss: Not much really, maybe my 'miss me' jeans and eating all the seafood I want, whenever I want, and maybe the occasional drink while out to dinner. 

What I'm looking forward to: Holding our little lady in my arms and seeing Chris play and snuggle with her

Do you like being pregnant? Yes, it "suits me" as Chris has said

What do you miss about not being pregnant? Not having to literally roll myself out of bed

What one thing makes up for it? Sloane's kicks and wiggles

Who did you first tell the good news to? The nurse who came to draw blood for our insurance records...then our parents & families the following weekends

What was the first thing bought for baby? Her Stroller

Eat, Sleep, Repeat

Food cravings? Cheese Curds or any Deep Fried Cheese... how Wisconsin of me!

Whats been the strangest craving you've had? Colby jack cheese smothered in dill dip

What is something you eat almost everyday? Oatmeal w/ granola, dried fruit, chia seeds, agave nectar, and unsweetened coconut...my happiness in a bowl

Have you felt any movement yet? Yes, constantly... especially after I eat 

Sleep? Sporadic. Some nights I'll only get up once....some nights I get up 5 or more times.

Any strange dreams? The strange dreams are not as frequent as they use to be but then again, neither is the sleep. Not good. 

 

Finish Line

Labor signs? Not yet, possibly a few braxton-hicks

What are you most nervous about? Not knowing when I'm going to go into labor and whether Chris will be home

Natural or Medicated? To be determined, the plan is to go with the flow

What is the nursery's theme? Pinks, Tans, Browns and Shoes....yup...shoes

What is your favorite thing in the nursery? My Damask Swivel Glider....and I haven't even got it yet!

Do you or dad ever talk to baby? All the time. We sing and read and apologize often for the language we are trying to clean up.

Will you take maternity leave? Oh sweet lord yes, the full 12 weeks