Thumper got the hiccups today.
I'd read it would happen, that you may see them hiccuping...I read that a good while ago, though. And thought probably I wouldn't see it.
BUT NO!
Thumper got the hiccups today and it was SO FUNNY.
I kept laughing then kept trying to hush in case my laughing would scare his hiccups away.
Anyway.
Weird and trippy.
To have your belly spasm out due to a hiccuping baby.
Best ever.
Wish boy had been home to see.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
It's The Little Things
My gorgeous sexy husband made Rice Krispy Treats last night.
OH MY GOSH THEY ARE DELICIOUS.
The first thing I thought upon waking (no joke) was 'go get a RKT from the fridge!!' and I reeeeeeeeeeally wanted one.
HOWEVER: I waited until after my prenatal appointment and got an egg and cheese biscuit instead. I had a RKT *afterwards*, but I waited until I had gotten some protein for Thumper first.
Then, for lunch, I really really REALLY wanted a bowl of vanilla ice-cream with chopped nuts and hot fudge sauce (yes, we have them all).
HOWEVER: I cooked two veggie springrolls instead and ate them with some sweet n' sour sauce.
After lunch I really really REEEEEEEEEEEEEEALLY wanted some more Rice Krispy Treats. So I microwaved and ate THREE STRAWBERRIES instead.
And all day I haven't been thirsty at all, but I've been chowing down my water.
It may be a pain in the arse now, but it's the *little* things that with help our romper-stomper be tough and strong.
Right now I'm contemplating healthy meal options for dinner...maybe a thai curry (with chicken for boy's half) over some rice. Or maybe I'll do something with spinach...
*thumpers biceps swell up like popeye within the womb*
OH MY GOSH THEY ARE DELICIOUS.
The first thing I thought upon waking (no joke) was 'go get a RKT from the fridge!!' and I reeeeeeeeeeally wanted one.
HOWEVER: I waited until after my prenatal appointment and got an egg and cheese biscuit instead. I had a RKT *afterwards*, but I waited until I had gotten some protein for Thumper first.
Then, for lunch, I really really REALLY wanted a bowl of vanilla ice-cream with chopped nuts and hot fudge sauce (yes, we have them all).
HOWEVER: I cooked two veggie springrolls instead and ate them with some sweet n' sour sauce.
After lunch I really really REEEEEEEEEEEEEEALLY wanted some more Rice Krispy Treats. So I microwaved and ate THREE STRAWBERRIES instead.
And all day I haven't been thirsty at all, but I've been chowing down my water.
It may be a pain in the arse now, but it's the *little* things that with help our romper-stomper be tough and strong.
Right now I'm contemplating healthy meal options for dinner...maybe a thai curry (with chicken for boy's half) over some rice. Or maybe I'll do something with spinach...
*thumpers biceps swell up like popeye within the womb*
Monday, January 26, 2009
Nursery Floor
The boys put in the nursery floor last night.
Or at least the first half of it.
We're all very excited, it's looking awesome - we hope to finish it today.
While they worked in there I worked in two other rooms of the house - the lounge and the art room.
Maybe I overdid it a little...I'm very tired today.
Or maybe I just stayed up too late.
At any rate I'd *adore* a lazy day but there is still so much work to be done.
I suppose we'll figure it out.
It's 10.30am and we should be clearing out our rental (we're due out by the end of Saturday, this coming week)
And all I want to do is crawl back into bed and rest.
*gurgle*
Maybe a good breakfast of museli will help me get started.
Or at least the first half of it.
We're all very excited, it's looking awesome - we hope to finish it today.
While they worked in there I worked in two other rooms of the house - the lounge and the art room.
Maybe I overdid it a little...I'm very tired today.
Or maybe I just stayed up too late.
At any rate I'd *adore* a lazy day but there is still so much work to be done.
I suppose we'll figure it out.
It's 10.30am and we should be clearing out our rental (we're due out by the end of Saturday, this coming week)
And all I want to do is crawl back into bed and rest.
*gurgle*
Maybe a good breakfast of museli will help me get started.
Week 31
Fetal development in pregnancy week 31:fetus in seventh month
Your not-so-little-one is just a bit closer to their birth weight and height at around 4 pounds and 17 inches. With each added layer of baby fat, your baby's skin starts to look more and more like it will when they finally get to see the light of day. The heavy news: you can expect your miracle-gro muffin to gain about a half a pound of weight per week from now until about two weeks before birth. Great. That's just what you needed. Even more weight to carry around!
Your baby's still-developing immune system has gained substantial strength over the past few weeks getting them in full gear to face our disease-ridden world o’ wonders. Obviously, a large majority of your child’s immune strength will be derived from exposure to breast milk as well as the outside elements. Their cute little noggin’ (which could already be covered with luscious locks or just purty peach fuzz), is still soft because the skull bones have not yet fused together. As much as that sounds a little too vulnerable, their “skull softness” allows for a much smoother passage through the birth canal during labor—something both you and your little swimmer will appreciate when it’s finally time to “go!” Also, some babies will have that “soft spot” on their head for up to one year after birth.
And how's mom doing? Have you felt anything you suspect might be contractions already? Braxton-Hick contractions are part and parcel of the second half of pregnancy and lucky for you, become more frequent during the third trimester. Cleverly dubbed “false labor” contractions, these spasms are an obnoxious fake-out and shouldn’t be confused with premature labor. The fun part of having BH contractions is that it’s not unusual for them to be painful... and by fun, we mean “why oh why, does the third trimester mean everything is uncomfortable?” Still, just a heads up: if you notice the contractions more than four times in one hour, or even more glamorous—changes in your vaginal discharge, call your healthcare practitioner right away.
As for other third-trimester niceties; your nipples may be engaging in a bit of “pre-milk” expulsion at the most untimely moments. So next time you’ve got yourself a pair of damp head-lights in the grocery store, just go ahead and purchase the nursing pads to protect your clothes, bras, and any remaining shreds of dignity you can salvage.
As your magical growing baby obstinately refuses to shrink or give back any real-estate in your belly, you can sit back, "relax," and take in the heartburn and increased lower back pain. If you choose, you can always eat less with each meal, and instead opt for smaller more frequent meals, this should help the heartburn. As for your poor back, get off your feet and elevate them above your heart, double-check the names list, and how many key baby-items you’ve already got in your registry. If you’re lucky, you might just make it in less than eight weeks! Hang in there wonder-mom, we believe in you!
Your not-so-little-one is just a bit closer to their birth weight and height at around 4 pounds and 17 inches. With each added layer of baby fat, your baby's skin starts to look more and more like it will when they finally get to see the light of day. The heavy news: you can expect your miracle-gro muffin to gain about a half a pound of weight per week from now until about two weeks before birth. Great. That's just what you needed. Even more weight to carry around!
Your baby's still-developing immune system has gained substantial strength over the past few weeks getting them in full gear to face our disease-ridden world o’ wonders. Obviously, a large majority of your child’s immune strength will be derived from exposure to breast milk as well as the outside elements. Their cute little noggin’ (which could already be covered with luscious locks or just purty peach fuzz), is still soft because the skull bones have not yet fused together. As much as that sounds a little too vulnerable, their “skull softness” allows for a much smoother passage through the birth canal during labor—something both you and your little swimmer will appreciate when it’s finally time to “go!” Also, some babies will have that “soft spot” on their head for up to one year after birth.
And how's mom doing? Have you felt anything you suspect might be contractions already? Braxton-Hick contractions are part and parcel of the second half of pregnancy and lucky for you, become more frequent during the third trimester. Cleverly dubbed “false labor” contractions, these spasms are an obnoxious fake-out and shouldn’t be confused with premature labor. The fun part of having BH contractions is that it’s not unusual for them to be painful... and by fun, we mean “why oh why, does the third trimester mean everything is uncomfortable?” Still, just a heads up: if you notice the contractions more than four times in one hour, or even more glamorous—changes in your vaginal discharge, call your healthcare practitioner right away.
As for other third-trimester niceties; your nipples may be engaging in a bit of “pre-milk” expulsion at the most untimely moments. So next time you’ve got yourself a pair of damp head-lights in the grocery store, just go ahead and purchase the nursing pads to protect your clothes, bras, and any remaining shreds of dignity you can salvage.
As your magical growing baby obstinately refuses to shrink or give back any real-estate in your belly, you can sit back, "relax," and take in the heartburn and increased lower back pain. If you choose, you can always eat less with each meal, and instead opt for smaller more frequent meals, this should help the heartburn. As for your poor back, get off your feet and elevate them above your heart, double-check the names list, and how many key baby-items you’ve already got in your registry. If you’re lucky, you might just make it in less than eight weeks! Hang in there wonder-mom, we believe in you!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Confession
I really *try* to look pregnant in my blog photos.
I really don't look very pregnant at all.
Here I am, without trying to look any particular way, dancing with my lovely little Thumper.
The best photo I could come up with (with him) is the last one, mid-twist.
9 and a half weeks until we'll be dancing as separates!
Tremendously exciting.
xxxS.
I really don't look very pregnant at all.
Here I am, without trying to look any particular way, dancing with my lovely little Thumper.
The best photo I could come up with (with him) is the last one, mid-twist.
9 and a half weeks until we'll be dancing as separates!
Tremendously exciting.
xxxS.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Week 30
Fetal development in pregnancy week 30:fetus in seventh month
The light is visible at the end of the tunnel! Your oversized self and amazing growing baby have finally reached the single digits (in terms of weeks till birth)! The fine lanugo hair that has been growing all over their little monkey-like body is going to start falling off this week in preparation for the big day. But don’t be shocked if they’re hairier than you’d anticipated, some babies keep their lanugo until after birth. Still, it’s not any cause to be concerned as it will fall off eventually. No surprises here: your little porker is getting even cuter with increasingly pudgy arms and legs this week thanks to the ever-growing layers of subcutaneous fat. In terms of numbers, your baby should be weighing in at around 3 pounds 12 ounces (or more!) and be nearly 16 inches long.
And how's mom doing? On a very serious note: you should make sure to determine both you and your baby’s blood type. It’s extremely important for everyone. In the case that you and your maturing babe’s blood types don’t match there’s a chance you could produce antibodies that could potentially attack and harm a future fetus. It is rare, but with modern medicine, the problem is easily corrected and little cause for concern if dealt with properly.
As for the ongoing joys of being in your third trimester: your not-so-fun symptoms are just intensifying this week, so it might not hurt to slow down a bit and focus on yourself. If you’re feeling extra fatigued, you’ve probably joined the sleeping shouldn’t be this tough when I’m this tired club, especially if you’re experiencing a lot of back pain and general discomfort. If you’ve been pushing the exercise thing, then this is the time perhaps to cut down on the physical activities and focus more on getting proper sleep (if this means buying a pregnancy pillow, then do it!). Oh and all that moodiness? Just go with the flow emotionally. This doesn't mean letting the hormones win and becoming a complete psychotic. Instead, feel the feelings, but know that the drama you’re feeling is largely a result of increased adrenaline thanks indirectly to hormonal swings—not because things really are that dramatic and merit adult temper tantrums. The clincher symptom for this week: it’s highly likely your libido has gone on sabbatical. This, as far as we’re concerned, is perfectly natural in your condition.
The light is visible at the end of the tunnel! Your oversized self and amazing growing baby have finally reached the single digits (in terms of weeks till birth)! The fine lanugo hair that has been growing all over their little monkey-like body is going to start falling off this week in preparation for the big day. But don’t be shocked if they’re hairier than you’d anticipated, some babies keep their lanugo until after birth. Still, it’s not any cause to be concerned as it will fall off eventually. No surprises here: your little porker is getting even cuter with increasingly pudgy arms and legs this week thanks to the ever-growing layers of subcutaneous fat. In terms of numbers, your baby should be weighing in at around 3 pounds 12 ounces (or more!) and be nearly 16 inches long.
And how's mom doing? On a very serious note: you should make sure to determine both you and your baby’s blood type. It’s extremely important for everyone. In the case that you and your maturing babe’s blood types don’t match there’s a chance you could produce antibodies that could potentially attack and harm a future fetus. It is rare, but with modern medicine, the problem is easily corrected and little cause for concern if dealt with properly.
As for the ongoing joys of being in your third trimester: your not-so-fun symptoms are just intensifying this week, so it might not hurt to slow down a bit and focus on yourself. If you’re feeling extra fatigued, you’ve probably joined the sleeping shouldn’t be this tough when I’m this tired club, especially if you’re experiencing a lot of back pain and general discomfort. If you’ve been pushing the exercise thing, then this is the time perhaps to cut down on the physical activities and focus more on getting proper sleep (if this means buying a pregnancy pillow, then do it!). Oh and all that moodiness? Just go with the flow emotionally. This doesn't mean letting the hormones win and becoming a complete psychotic. Instead, feel the feelings, but know that the drama you’re feeling is largely a result of increased adrenaline thanks indirectly to hormonal swings—not because things really are that dramatic and merit adult temper tantrums. The clincher symptom for this week: it’s highly likely your libido has gone on sabbatical. This, as far as we’re concerned, is perfectly natural in your condition.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
H2O
So I drank 30-ozs yesterday and 30-ozs the day before.
This is pretty amazing for me, though still short 70-ozs that I need.
BUT...
I bumped up 20-ozs.
So I'm a temporary rockstar, anyway.
This is pretty amazing for me, though still short 70-ozs that I need.
BUT...
I bumped up 20-ozs.
So I'm a temporary rockstar, anyway.
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