36 weeks. Due in 4, full term in 2. I've heard different reports on what is considered full-term, but at our Childbirth class they told us 38 is considered full-term by Munson. So I'll go with that. Previously, I was going with babycenter.com which told me 37... but oh well :) Childbirth class was very informative and I'm really glad we went, despite the very long 8 hour session. There were some things they taught us that I definitely didn't know, and I feel much more prepared. I don't think Ben enjoyed it quite as much as I did (I think I caught him drifting off a couple of times), but he survived :) Knowing everything they taught us makes me feel less anxious about labor and delivery. I know ultimately, it is all in God's hands.... so I really have nothing to worry about!
I feel pretty humongous right now, but everyone is telling me that I look great for being 8 months. Very nice to hear that :) I had someone ask me recently if I was about 4 months along! Considering my weight gain, that was a welcome comment. I've gained about 32-33 lbs, which is close to the maximum I should be gaining. I'm trying to keep eating healthy as much as I can, but I know that some women gain much more... just this weekend someone told me they gained 90 with their first and she's about my size, so I'm trying not to be concerned about where I am! I know that breastfeeding is a huge help on getting back to normal size :) And no real stretch-marks yet, so hopefully I'll be ok in that department.
Still feeling pretty great! I'm starting to feel more pressure down low every time I stand up... especially when I get up at night. Perhaps she's beginning her journey out! My back pain hasn't been too bad lately. We went and watched a movie with my parents last night and I had to keep re-adjusting in my my chair. Can't sit still for a long period of time. Kicks are still pretty strong, and I'm still loving it :)
My amazing friends are throwing me a shower on Sunday... Can't wait!!!
36 Weeks
I remember when I was like 38 weeks pregnant with Jude, looking back at my "before" pictures and thinking there was no WAY I'd ever go back to normal. By the time he was 5 months old, I was 10lbs UNDER my pre-preg weight. You will be very surprised at how quickly it does come off. :-) And you'll feel "normal" very soon!
ReplyDeleteP.S. You DO look great! Can't wait to hear of her arrival!
Thanks for the encouragement! I'm not too concerned about getting back to normal... its just insane how many changes you go through!
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