Coming up on 33 weeks! Belly has grown substantially in the past two weeks, as I’ve had confirmed by everyone I know. Fundal height measured 30 cm, at the last appointment when I was 32 weeks, which is quite normal.
I often try to figure out what position the baby is in, and usually can’t. It just doesn’t feel like it could be the shape of a human. I try to use the hiccups as a guide to where the head is sometimes, and it still doesn’t always make sense based on where I’m getting kicked. Maybe it’s some other animal instead of a human!
I’ve gained about 23 pounds so far. I am more into smoothies now than any other time in the pregnancy which is fabulous because the Vega powder we use has tons of protein and iron and other stuff, all in one scoop. It’s like extra multi-vitamins in food form.
The more I think about the fact that there are 7 weeks left, the weirder I feel. I am enjoying this last bit, because I have the knowledge that without a doubt, a bomb is soon going to drop on our lives and change it forever. I am of course nothing but excited for this, but am still going to enjoy the last few weeks getting everything ready (I have so much left I want to make!) and resting.
I have been able to cook more during the last few weeks because my iron stores have begun to replenish themselves. The difference I feel since starting the supplement is amazing. Still breathless, but less heart pounding, better sleeps and much higher overall energy. I have made things like granola bars; Shepard’s Pie with lentils, bulgar, and veggies; vegan mac and cheese; Miso Soba Noodle Soup; and lots more salads. It is great that I’ll be finished work at the end of February so I can keep this up while Patrick continues to work like crazy to the finish, so he can have a few weeks off when the babe is born.
I need to get off the computer now, I am making Squash-stuffed Canelloni for dinner! Happy kicking and hammock laying, my precious little baby!
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