Today Steve and I had my 25 week checkup and in 8 days since I was last at the doc office, I've gained 2 1/2 lbs and I'm measuring at 27 weeks. I'm 3 days away from 26 weeks, so that's not bad. BGB's heartbeat was 150 bpm. We met another doctor in the practice and he was nice. Had a good sense of humor too. I brought up my weight gain with him and he said that when you eat more, you gain more. Thanks doc! Wasn't aware of that. :-)
Our next appointment is September 19th where I will have my my 28 week checkup, a growth ultrasound and I'll take the fun glucose test everyone always talks about hating. When I get to the doc, I'll drink the sugar syrup, have the growth ultrasound, have my 28 week checkup and hopefully by the time I'm done with all of that, I won't have to wait too long for them to draw blood and test my blood sugar levels. I hope I pass the test! I don't know if I could give up sweets! That would be a challenge!
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Saturday, August 27, 2011
25 Weeks!
Today baby girl baum is 25 weeks in the womb. We are experiencing windy conditions from Hurricane Irene as she batters the NC coast. Our cushions from our patio chairs flew all over the place - so I brought them into the garage. I've been checking on Mama Jo periodically b/c she only lives about 1 hour away from the coast and has been w/o power since about 5am. She been through a number of hurricanes, but I still worry about her and the pups.
Back to baby girl baum - she is just over 1 1/2 lbs. and is about the size of rutabaga. I ended up going to the doctor last Tuesday b/c I started worrying about the pain in my side. Baby girl's heartbeat sounded great (143 bpm) and everything else checked out fine - so although the doc wasn't quite sure what the problem was, we both agreed it probably WAS a pulled oblique. My poor abs are so weak. The pain has since disappeared - thank you Lord. I have gained about 4 lbs since my last appt. and am measuring at 25 weeks.
Here's a 25 week bumpdate pic from a different point of view:
I've been feeling good. I would say I crave sweets over salty foods, but I will definitely eat either if placed in front of me! Our 25 week appointment is Wednesday. I'm ready to feel some hiccups too! I watched a little video that said I should be able to feel them soon.
Back to baby girl baum - she is just over 1 1/2 lbs. and is about the size of rutabaga. I ended up going to the doctor last Tuesday b/c I started worrying about the pain in my side. Baby girl's heartbeat sounded great (143 bpm) and everything else checked out fine - so although the doc wasn't quite sure what the problem was, we both agreed it probably WAS a pulled oblique. My poor abs are so weak. The pain has since disappeared - thank you Lord. I have gained about 4 lbs since my last appt. and am measuring at 25 weeks.
Here's a 25 week bumpdate pic from a different point of view:
24 Weeks
Last weekend, Diana came for a visit and we did a little shopping - something we're both pretty good at doing. That girl always has her camera - so of course we took some pictures, making use of my tripod since Steve wasn't home. Here are the pics - 24 week bumpdate!
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Bumps and Thumps
Dear Baby Girl Baum~
Just a few minutes ago you thumped me so hard that my skin jumped and I saw it through my shirt. You are one strong little thing and pretty big, I think. You're about the length of an ear of corn!
I think I pulled a muscle or something on Saturday reaching for something at an awkward angle. I called the nurse yesterday to see if I needed to come in, but she thinks it is probably just round ligament pain. It's constant discomfort though so I'm keeping an eye on it and will go in if I feel I need to. Daddy was worried about you - but I told him I think you are fine - since I feel you moving around in there.
Only 15 or 16 more weeks until we get to meet you - I can't believe it. Keep on growing and getting strong and we will be anxiously awaiting your arrival. One request - take it easy on me when you decide it's time to come into the world!
lots of love little one!
Mom
Just a few minutes ago you thumped me so hard that my skin jumped and I saw it through my shirt. You are one strong little thing and pretty big, I think. You're about the length of an ear of corn!
I think I pulled a muscle or something on Saturday reaching for something at an awkward angle. I called the nurse yesterday to see if I needed to come in, but she thinks it is probably just round ligament pain. It's constant discomfort though so I'm keeping an eye on it and will go in if I feel I need to. Daddy was worried about you - but I told him I think you are fine - since I feel you moving around in there.
Only 15 or 16 more weeks until we get to meet you - I can't believe it. Keep on growing and getting strong and we will be anxiously awaiting your arrival. One request - take it easy on me when you decide it's time to come into the world!
lots of love little one!
Mom
Friday, August 19, 2011
I Love A Good Deal!
With fall just around the corner (thank the Lord), I need to invest in some jeans/pants to prepare for the cooler weather to come. I ran over to JC Penny at lunch yesterday and cruised through the maternity section to find their 60% off rack. I scored big! I got 2 pairs of cargo style pants and 2 pairs of jeans for $65! We don't really HAVE $65 to spend on clothes - but I NEED these pants or I'm gonna be a cold mama in the cooler weather. Oh - and I bought some godiva chocolate covered pretzels and a reusable shopping bag to put me at the amount I needed to save $15. So yeah - go me!
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