How Far Along?: 28 weeks! HELLOOOOOO third trimester. How in the world are we already at this point?!
Weight Gain: So far I've gained about 15lbs, but it sort of fluctuates from day to day.
Gender?: BOY! I can't wait to see what he looks like.
How Big is Baby?: He's the size of an eggplant and is weighing in at 2.2 lbs and 14.8 inches long. He's starting to develop more fat, so his once-wrinkly skin is starting to get smoother. He's also practicing breathing, and his lungs are getting more mature every day.
In other news, his testicles have descended from the abdomen into the scrotum by around week 27 to week 28. His immune system is continuing to develop—guided in part by the placenta.
Symptoms: I've been feeling kind of tired lately and my neck has really been bothering me. My muscles are also super sore because I started working out consistently again, so that's always fun. I got adjusted this week and I plan to go back soon because there was too big of a gap between my last one and this one. I always feel better when I go more consistently. My gut has also been acting up the last two days and I'm sure it's from eating out. But, just doing my best to relax and rest. Overall I just feel like I'm all of a sudden huge.
Any Food Cravings?: Cheese, protein, and fruits mostly. Oh and strawberry shortcake ice cream bars for some reason.
Sleep: Actually a lot better, the only interruptions really have been getting up to pee a few times a night. I've noticed going to bed at a more consistent time and getting up at the same time has been really helpful. I don't have as much trouble getting up in the mornings like I used to which is nice. I monitored my blood sugar for the last week which was also a learning experience and overall I think I did just fine.
Stretch Marks?: No new ones that I've noticed. But my old ones are just more pronounced and noticeable.
Maternity Clothes?: Yes and no. I have a few basics like tanks and tees and some leggings, but can still wear some of my normal clothes too like my dresses, sweaters, and some tees. I actually just bought two more pairs of maternity leggings to try out and I can't wait to get them because I've been living in leggings since they are the only pants that fit me now.
Wedding Ring On or Off?: On!
What Do You Miss the Most?: Having more energy and not having back pain. Oh and I miss my regular functioning gut...
What Are You Most Excited For This Next Week?: To get my GI specialist appointment out of the way. I'm anxious because I've never had a good experience with a GI doctor, but also hopeful.
Labor Signs?: Nope!
Favorite Memory From Last Week?: Celebrating the twins birthday early! We got Blue Seal for the first time which was SO good, and then we went to the beach and saw a movie. It was a good day!
