Week 33

Baby is the Size of a Durian Fruit

What a baby filled week!  We had a doctor's appointment, infant safety class, breastfeeding class, installed the car seat, and envisioned packing the hospital bag-- I mean, I looked at the list and bought a few essentials, like a new robe and comfy socks.  

Baby's heartbeat was 154 this week, head down, and growing as he should!  Now that I know baby CPR and took Breastfeeding 101 I am more than ready for him to be here.  I wish we could spend Christmas with him in our arms, but that will make the new year all the more exciting!  

33 weeks, 6 days

Baby is keeping his eyes open when he's awake and
his brain keeps developing.
Also, where the heck do you buy a durian fruit??

How far along? 33 weeks 

Maternity clothes?  Those and my husband's PJs.  Do I really need anything else?  Oh wait, yes.  New bras because I outgrew those too.  

Stretch marks? Still a no! 

Sleep: I thought I was going to make it through the pregnancy without getting sick, but I caught a cold this week so naps were back in my life and worth every sleeping minute.  

Best moment(s) this week: 

-My surprise baby shower at book club!  I forgot to take pictures, but the girls had a little room set up with balloons and spoiled Harrison with books and other gifts.  It was so sweet and thoughtful and I'm so lucky to have such wonderful people in my life that already love Harrison as much as I do.  

-Hearing that people actually read this thing (thanks guys!)-- I heard from multiple sources about how they keep up with the blog each week and it made me feel special :)  I love writing and although I don't have much to say, it's nice to know that my words are being read.  Thanks Lauren for referring to me as your "spirit animal" - you made my day.  

Miss Anything? Feeling normal sized.  I feel HUGE.  I feel swollen, fat, unattractive, and uncomfortable.  I know, I know...I'm growing a life.  There is a tiny human inside of me, but that still doesn't make me feel pretty or less round.  

Movement: Yes, but he is quickly running out of room.  The movements are becoming more defined and restricted to certain areas.   

Food cravings: COKE- out of a fountain.  I know I can only have one a day, but it's the best part of my day.  The bubbly goodness makes me so happy.   

Anything making you queasy or sick:  Nothing particular this week. I even ate a little bit of chicken.  

Gender: Boy- with an ever increasing wardrobe and book collection.   

Labor Signs: Those "practice" contractions are becoming more frequent.  I'm so worried that I won't know when I go into labor and I'll miss my window to get an epidural... this seriously keeps me up at night.   

Symptoms:

-Pelvic pain/pressure

-Swelling

-Exhaustion

-Shortness of breath 

-Pregnancy brain

-Obsession with Baby Gap

Belly Button in or out? In/flattish?  

Wedding rings on or off? Still off.  They fit, but they still leave an indent so I'm just going to stick with the fake ones to be on the safe side.  

Happy or Moody most of the time: Depends on who you ask. 

Looking forward to: Christmas!  It's so wonderful to have family and friends in town...and also a break from work!