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30 Weeks

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So, I had my 30 week check-in yesterday and honestly, the appointment was so boringly good, that I forgot to write an update. Really, not much to report. Blood pressure is low per usual (98/60) and weight gain is at 22 pounds overall. Dr. Williams did ask me to schedule another growth ultrasound, just as we approach the point at which the abruption occurred in my previous pregnancy. Her hope is to see the health and position of the placenta, as well as make sure Baby is measuring appropriately. I don't mind getting another peak at the little man.

Like I said, things are boringly good! I'll borrow from my sister-in-laws pregnancy blog and offer some questions and answers you might be wondering.

  • How far along? 30 weeks even
  • Maternity clothes? Almost exclusively. Jeff teases me because I'm either wearing a dress or lounge shorts and a tank. There is no middle for now. 
  • Stretch marks? I felt so blessed to survive my pregnancy with Nathan without a single mark and (knock on wood) so far this pregnancy has been the same. It's not too late though!
  • Sleep? This has been the toughest part of being pregnant. Most nights, I'm tossing and turning for awhile. Often, I'll be awake for an hour or more in the wee morning hours so I watch a little TV or get on the internet, then go back to bed.
  • Miss Anything? My old summer clothes! Silly, I know, but I miss all my shorts and t-shirts that I usually wear. I like the maternity clothes I've picked out for summer, but I miss having more than five options for outfits. We have two more weddings to attend this summer and every now and then, I look longingly at my pre-baby dresses hanging in the closet. 
  • Movement: Yes, as busy as ever! 
  • Food cravings: I can't think of anything specific right now, so not really.
  • Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.
  • Have you started to show yet: No doubt. We went swimming at a popular public pool and I felt like everyone took a turn to stare at the pregnant gal. People have been asking me when I'm due a lot. Most seem to think I should be further along (I'm all belly), but one kind cashier at Fred Meyer told me I have a cute belly (why can't more strangers say kind things like that?!). 
  • Labor Signs: I've noticed Braxton Hicks contractions over the last two weeks. They often occur more when I'm busy doing things or not drinking enough fluids. A great reminder to take a break and drink up!
  • Belly Button in or out? I would call it flat right now.
  • Wedding rings on or off? On. I kept them on the entire time with Nathan, so hopefully the same with this little guy. 
  • Happy or Moody most of the time: Pretty happy! Jeff does patiently deal with occasional moodiness, but what's abnormal about that?
That's all for now! If you have any questions I've failed to answer, feel free to leave a question or comment below.

Coming Up:
  • Ultrasound on Thursday, August 1st at 10:45am
  • Appointments are every two weeks now! Next one is August 12th. 

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