Mommy's Bundle https://mommysbundle.com Early Motherhood: Love the Joy. Love the Chaos. Mon, 11 May 2020 02:08:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.13 https://mommysbundle.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cropped-Favicon-150x150.png Mommy's Bundle https://mommysbundle.com 32 32 37 Weeks Pregnant & Full-Term! https://mommysbundle.com/37-weeks-pregnant-full-term/ https://mommysbundle.com/37-weeks-pregnant-full-term/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 21:34:01 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=1176 Whoo-hoo! I’ve finally made it to the full-term mark of my pregnancy!! Baby can come at any point now and technically be “on time.”  What that means in terms of symptoms, is that things are definitely getting a bit tougher with the extra weight and pressure on my lower stomach!  I’m a major waddler and […]

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Full-term baby!

Whoo-hoo! I’ve finally made it to the full-term mark of my pregnancy!! Baby can come at any point now and technically be “on time.”  What that means in terms of symptoms, is that things are definitely getting a bit tougher with the extra weight and pressure on my lower stomach!  I’m a major waddler and just need extra help getting up from sitting or sleeping (either from a table or my sleepy hubby). In terms of these pregnancy updates, I’ll have to play it by ear, but I’m not sure how many more I’ll be tracking from here on — this one pretty much sums it all up!

  • How far along:  37 weeks. 4 days.
  • Total weight gain:  I actually lost 1 lb since last week…but total weight gain has been near 50 lbs! Guess I needed to put on the weight for baby!
  • Sleep:  Wow. Sleeping comfortably is simply a distant memory. I wake up with extreme pressure on my bladder, a rock hard stomach and my back pain is simply excruciating…upper, middle and lower :(.
  • Best moment this week:  Celebrating my 2nd anniversary married to my love!
  • Movement:  Less movement these days, but I guess that makes sense with cramped conditions in the womb.  Although if I cease to feel movement, I will definitely be in touch with Dr.!
  • Symptoms:  Pressure on my stomach, back pain and mini contractions…especially at night!
  • Food cravings:  I just feel super dehydrated! Need to keep filling up my water bottle!!
  • Food aversions:  Not too much these days…mostly just the smell of raw or bland meats.
  • Labor Signs:  Those Braxton Hicks contractions and pressure on bladder.
  • Belly Button in or out?  Neither. Flat belly button :p.
  • What I miss:  Working out, eating fresh-made deli sandwiches and being able to move around at my leisure.
  • What I am looking forward to:  Finally meeting this little man :).
  • Weekly Wisdom:  “All I know is that you come into the hospital with a baby in your stomach and come out with a baby in your arms.” – inspiring words from sister’s mid-wife on the miracle of birth.
  • Major Milestones:  Baby is full-term!

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/37-weeks-pregnant-full-term/feed/ 1 36 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/36-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/36-weeks-pregnant/#respond Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:42 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=1178 I’m keeping this update short and sweet, since I’m closing in on 37 weeks — yeah, full-term in just two days!! Baby will be here shortly, so these baby bump updates will soon be replaced with actual baby updates :)! How far along:  36 weeks. 5 days. Total weight gain:  Too much! Sleep:  (No change […]

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36 weeks - maxing out!

I’m keeping this update short and sweet, since I’m closing in on 37 weeks — yeah, full-term in just two days!! Baby will be here shortly, so these baby bump updates will soon be replaced with actual baby updates :)!

  • How far along:  36 weeks. 5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  Too much!
  • Sleep:  (No change from the last week.) The biggest issue continues to be sleeping comfortably. My back hurts. It’s hard to turn from right side to left side. And frequent trips to the toilet continue to interrupt my sleep.
  • Best moment this week:  Finishing the nursery! (Finally satisfied with the layout!)
  • Movement:  Yes! Although there is less movement due to the cramped conditions. When he does it is much more apparent.
  • Symptoms:  (No change from last week.) Biggest symptom is the upper back pain, shortness of breath and waddling.
  • Food cravings:  Bread and butter. And lots of water.
  • Food aversions:  The smell of bland flavorless chicken – hasn’t changed.
  • Labor Signs:  YES! Feeling those BH contractions again, especially at night!
  • Belly Button in or out?  Neither. Flat belly button :p.
  • What I miss:  Being able to walk…normal!
  • What I am looking forward to:  Getting a much-needed pedicure and massage (hopefully!)
  • Weekly Wisdom:  “A mother’s joy begins when new life is stirring inside… when a tiny heartbeat is heard for the very first time, and a playful kick reminds her that she is never alone.”
  • Major Milestones:  According to BabyCenter.com, baby now weighs about 6 lbs like a crenshaw melon and more than 18 and 1/2 inches long!

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/36-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 0 35 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/35-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/35-weeks-pregnant/#respond Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:24:03 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=1067 How far along:  35 weeks. 5 days. Total weight gain:  Think it’s still about 1lb a week. Sleep:  The biggest issue continues to be sleeping comfortably. My back hurts. It’s hard to turn from right side to left side. And frequent trips to the toilet continue to interrupt my sleep. Best moment this week:  Meeting […]

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My exposed belly!
  • How far along:  35 weeks. 5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  Think it’s still about 1lb a week.
  • Sleep:  The biggest issue continues to be sleeping comfortably. My back hurts. It’s hard to turn from right side to left side. And frequent trips to the toilet continue to interrupt my sleep.
  • Best moment this week:  Meeting up with a couple of friends to break up the daily routine.
  • Movement:  Yes! Although I don’t notice any consistent patterns. He is active at random times, it seems.
  • Symptoms:  Biggest symptom is the upper back pain, shortness of breath and waddling.
  • Food cravings:  Very thirsty these days, so I’d say water.
  • Food aversions:  Besides the usual poultry, I’m finding it harder to enjoy a homemade salad — basically have to force myself to eat it.
  • Labor Signs:  Brief Braxton Hicks contractions and movement in lower abs.
  • Belly Button in or out?  Practically non-existent, but I’d say more of an innie!
  • What I miss:  Being able to jump up out of my seat or get things done quickly. The slow-pace takes some getting used to.
  • What I am looking forward to:  Finishing up the nursery!!! It just has to happen soon!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  The only journey is the journey within.
  • Major Milestones:  Baby’s kidneys are fully developed now, and his liver can process some waste products. He’ll spend the last few weeks putting on weight!

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/35-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 0 34 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/34-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/34-weeks-pregnant/#comments Fri, 20 Apr 2012 01:22:58 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=963 Over the past week, I’ve definitely noticed a drastic change in my energy level, as I grow closer and closer to the full-term mark of my pregnancy.  The watermelon in my stomach (or cantaloupe according to BabyCenter.com) is really beginning to take it’s toll on my body.  Forget the walking, all I can do is […]

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]]> 34 weeksOver the past week, I’ve definitely noticed a drastic change in my energy level, as I grow closer and closer to the full-term mark of my pregnancy.  The watermelon in my stomach (or cantaloupe according to BabyCenter.com) is really beginning to take it’s toll on my body.  Forget the walking, all I can do is waddle around and make sure I have a glass of water nearby to quench my thirst!

Getting through all the housework I expected to do has become nearly impossible as well, as my body cannot take too much bending or maneuvering.  I need to take a break every 20 minutes or so, lest I feel faint. According to the doctor, this is all normal as I progress through the last 3-6 weeks of my pregnancy. And even though I feel like I’ve been gaining too much weight, they say it’s normal and baby is measuring fine at 34 weeks today.

  • How far along:  34 weeks. 5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  A lot. About 45 lbs!
  • Sleep: It’s nice to sleep in these days, since I’m waking up several times throughout the night for a bathroom break.
  • Best moment this week: Spending quality time with family at baby shower #2!
  • Movement: Yes! Particularly in the evenings.
  • Symptoms: Upper back pain. Lower back pain. Dry/itchy skin. Out of breath. Heavy tummy. Pressure on my bladder.
  • Food cravings:  Ice pops and lots of water!
  • Food aversions:  The one food aversion I’ve had since the beginning: smell of poultry.
  • Labor Signs: Lot’s of movement…not sure if it’s Braxton Hicks contractions or just baby moving.
  • Belly Button in or out?  In-be-tween. Still.
  • What I miss:  Being able to work out, believe it or not!  Just too heavy to do anything these days.
  • What I am looking forward to:  Eating hot dogs this summer!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  Do not be afraid. Embrace life and all of it’s chapters with open arms.
  • Major Milestones: If you’ve been nervous about preterm labor, you’ll be happy to know that babies born between 34 and 37 weeks who have no other health problems, generally do fine.

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/34-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 2 33 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/33-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/33-weeks-pregnant/#comments Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:39:33 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=925 Very late in the week for my 33 week update, but better late than never :).  Happy Friday (Yes, it’s Friday the 13th, but it can also be a good luck day!) Enjoy. How far along:  33 weeks. 6 days. Total weight gain:  If I’ve actually been calculating accurately, it’s about 44 lbs! Sleep: Exhausted, […]

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33 weeksVery late in the week for my 33 week update, but better late than never :).  Happy Friday (Yes, it’s Friday the 13th, but it can also be a good luck day!) Enjoy.

  • How far along:  33 weeks. 6 days.
  • Total weight gain:  If I’ve actually been calculating accurately, it’s about 44 lbs!
  • Sleep: Exhausted, and waking up throughout the night to relieve my bladder.
  • Best moment this week:  Sleeping in past 7:30am!
  • Movement: Yes, he is still an active Chili pepper.  Now I can even see his little body parts protruding around my belly!
  • Symptoms:  Exhaustion, excessive back pain and additional heaviness in my tummy.
  • Food cravings:  Crackers and cheese and even the occasional veggie craving.
  • Food aversions:  Smell of bland chicken cooking. Never stops.
  • Labor Signs: Baby is moving tons at times, which makes me think he is trying to come out soon!
  • Belly Button in or out?  In-be-tween.
  • What I miss:  Summer. But that will be here before we know it, thank God!
  • What I am looking forward to:  My second baby shower with family on Long Island!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  Enjoy this time and freedom as much as you can.
  • Major Milestones:  Baby has passed that 17 inch mark and is looking much less like a wrinkled alien.

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/33-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 1 32 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/32-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/32-weeks-pregnant/#comments Fri, 06 Apr 2012 03:38:17 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=784 What a week it has been! Not only am I 5-8 weeks closer to delivering my little bundle of joy, but so much has happened in a matter of days. To start with the positive, Charlie and I have been hard at work to complete our nursery: he diligently assembling the crib and changing table/dresser […]

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]]> 32 weeks pregnantWhat a week it has been! Not only am I 5-8 weeks closer to delivering my little bundle of joy, but so much has happened in a matter of days.

To start with the positive, Charlie and I have been hard at work to complete our nursery: he diligently assembling the crib and changing table/dresser combo, and then we, making it a priority to complete the remainder of the wall paper border project. We finished everything all in a matter of hours this past Saturday and were able to have some relaxation time on Sunday, for the first time!  Now all that is left to do, is cleaning out the closet (previously used as storage) and actually decorating the room. We also are anxiously awaiting an underwater-themed mural my husband’s buddy is working on, which we’ll showcase on the closet doors.  Lot’s of good things planned!

On the downside, it was a bittersweet week in the office when I found out that the company declared bankruptcy.   Obviously bad due to everyone being out of a job suddenly, but good because I technically can have more time to unwind and de-stress before baby arrives.  While the details are yet to be known, there isn’t much work to do at the office these days; we are all pretty much just waiting to hear how long we have and if and when we will get any type of severance.  I’m just hoping it’s a blessing in disguise….

  • How far along:  32 weeks. 5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  About 43 lbs!
  • Sleep:  Very hard to get comfortable. Not only is my upper back pain worse than ever, but I simply struggle to get a good night’s sleep :(.
  • Best moment this week:  Getting a surprise baby shower at the office — hey, a $75 gift card is appreciated so that I can complete my baby shopping list!
  • Movement: All the time!
  • Symptoms:  Extremely dry and itchy skin!
  • Food cravings:  Just about anything sweet!
  • Food aversions:  Poultry..still!
  • Labor Signs:  Some cramping in the lower abs.
  • Belly Button in or out?  In-be-tween.
  • What I miss:  Dancing!
  • What I am looking forward to:  My first pregnancy photo shoot this Saturday :)!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  Everything happens for a reason; a good reason!
  • Major Milestones:  I’m gaining about a pound a week, and roughly half of that goes right to baby; who will gain almost half of his birth weight during the next 7 weeks as he fattens up!

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/32-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 1 31 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/31-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/31-weeks-pregnant/#respond Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:32:43 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=652 And the countdown continues…..  I have 6-9 weeks to go if baby decides to make a timely appearance. How far along:  31 weeks. 5 days. Total weight gain:  I think…41lbs! Sleep:  Just hard to get comfortable these days. Best moment this week:  Celebrating with friends/family at my baby shower (1 of 2 :)) Movement: Oh […]

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]]> And the countdown continues…..  I have 6-9 weeks to go if baby decides to make a timely appearance.

  • How far along:  31 weeks. 5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  I think…41lbs!
  • Sleep:  Just hard to get comfortable these days.
  • Best moment this week:  Celebrating with friends/family at my baby shower (1 of 2 :))
  • Movement: Oh yeah — at night, at work, while I’m driving, when I eat something sweet, when I’m hungry…the list goes on!
  • Symptoms:  A few weird blood vessel marks on my buttocks 🙁 — not sure if they are stretchmarks or bruises.
  • Food cravings:  Anything sweet.
  • Food aversions:  Smell of poultry cooking and coffee on people’s breath! This hasn’t changed!
  • Labor Signs:  Some cramping in the lower abs.
  • Belly Button in or out?  In-be-tween.
  • What I miss:  The occasional cocktail.
  • What I am looking forward to:  Sleeping in this weekend…finally!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  Learn to relax.
  • Major Milestones:  All this [baby] moving is a sign that your baby is active and healthy.

 

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/31-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 0 30 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/30-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/30-weeks-pregnant/#respond Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:30:55 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=609 It’s getting harder and harder…just feeling really tired and overwhelmed, but gotta suck it up for another 7-10 weeks! How far along:  30 weeks.  5 days. Total weight gain:  I think…40lbs! Sleep:  Tossing and Turning. Sweating. Waking up with full bladder. Best moment this week:  Getting a maternity massage – the one where there is […]

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]]> It’s getting harder and harder…just feeling really tired and overwhelmed, but gotta suck it up for another 7-10 weeks!

  • How far along:  30 weeks.  5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  I think…40lbs!
  • Sleep:  Tossing and Turning. Sweating. Waking up with full bladder.
  • Best moment this week:  Getting a maternity massage – the one where there is an area for you belly! Also, had a great dinner date with the in-laws!
  • Movement: Tons!
  • Symptoms:  Upper back pain. Lower back pain. Itchy skin. Nausea?!
  • Food cravings:  Sherbet and smoothies!!!
  • Food aversions:  Smell of poultry cooking and coffee on people’s breath!
  • Labor Signs:  Some cramping in the lower abs.
  • Belly Button in or out?  In-be-tween.
  • What I miss:  Eating cold cuts sandwiches for lunch.
  • What I am looking forward to:  Celebrating with friends and family at baby shower this weekend :)!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  Face your fears.
  • Major Milestones: Baby can respond to light as eyesight develops further!

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/30-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 0 29 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/29-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/29-weeks-pregnant/#respond Sat, 17 Mar 2012 01:27:11 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=555 A little late posting again this week.  For various reasons, I haven’t been able to stick to posting the pregnancy updates the very first day of the new week like I had initially hoped to!  There has also been a few time constraints….whether I’m making time to play fetch with Gizmo, figuring out what the […]

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]]> 29 weeks pregnantA little late posting again this week.  For various reasons, I haven’t been able to stick to posting the pregnancy updates the very first day of the new week like I had initially hoped to!  There has also been a few time constraints….whether I’m making time to play fetch with Gizmo, figuring out what the hubby and I are eating for dinner, doing laundry, or simply watching a bit of t.v. to unwind after an exhausting day at the office, it’s been tough!

I’m really starting to feel the symptoms of the “third trimester”.  I’m much slower overall.  Can’t get out of the car too fast, can’t bend down too often.  My lower back and tailbone are in excruciating pain.  And sleeping through the night has become a distant memory.  I’m either waking up from aches and pains or reluctantly making my way to the bathroom to relieve my bladder!

Also, I’ve been feeling emotionally drained lately.  Don’t want to take work stresses home, but some days it happens.  Don’t want to argue over little things at home, but some days we do.  Don’t want to neglect my blogging goals or “things I want to accomplish before my 30th birthday” (I still have 3 months to go!), but yes, some days it just happens.  Hopefully things will start looking up soon…they have to!

  • How far along:  29 weeks. 6 days.
  • Total weight gain:  I’ve lost count.
  • Sleep:  Tossing and Turning. Waking up periodically for a bathroom reprieve.
  • Best moment this week:  My husband surprising me with a gift certificate for a massage…specializing in maternity massage!
  • Movement:  Tons! Active little Chili 😉
  • Symptoms:  Upper back pain. Lower back pain. Tailbone pain.  Vivid, insane nightmares.
  • Food cravings:  Ice Cream! Specifically, frozen yogurt with rainbow sprinkles.
  • Food aversions:  Smell of poultry cooking. (Gag!)
  • Labor Signs:  Some cramping in the lower abs.
  • Belly Button in or out?  In between, but guess that means in.
  • What I miss:  Getting massages the old fashion way: while lying on my stomach.
  • What I am looking forward to:  Finishing the nursery!
  • Weekly Wisdom:  Believe in yourself.
  • Milestones:  Baby’s head is growing more and more each day to accommodate his growing brain!

 

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]]> https://mommysbundle.com/29-weeks-pregnant/feed/ 0 28 Weeks Pregnant https://mommysbundle.com/28-weeks-pregnant/ https://mommysbundle.com/28-weeks-pregnant/#respond Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:56:13 +0000 http://mommysbundle.com/?p=514 I’m a little late in posting this week’s update, but here we go anyhow… How far along:  28 weeks. 5 days. Total weight gain:  Think I actually only gained about a pound in the last week…so 36 lbs total. Sleep:  Having lots of trouble falling asleep again 🙁 Best moment this week:  Getting to see […]

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]]> I’m a little late in posting this week’s update, but here we go anyhow…

  • How far along:  28 weeks. 5 days.
  • Total weight gain:  Think I actually only gained about a pound in the last week…so 36 lbs total.
  • Sleep:  Having lots of trouble falling asleep again 🙁
  • Best moment this week:  Getting to see my baby niece, Astrid Maria for her Christening!
  • Movement:  YES! Baby responds to music vibrations, touch and sweet foods! 🙂
  • Symptoms:  Severe back and neck pain…sigh.
  • Food cravings:  Breads!
  • Food aversions:  Chicken that is bland or lacking flavor…still!
  • Labor Signs: No, thank God! (It’s still, too early!)
  • Belly Button in or out?  Neither in or out…hehe…but more in.
  • What I miss:  Wearing leggings that actually fit (and yes, I need to get maternity leggings already!)
  • What I am looking forward to:  Working on the nursery (part two this weekend!)
  • Weekly Wisdom: Learn to relax and enjoy life.
  • Milestones: Normal glucose screening test – thank you!!

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