36 Weeks

How Far Along? 36 Weeks
Total weight gain/loss? Still 6 pounds
Maternity clothes? I'm content. They are still fitting pretty well.
Best moment this week?  Getting everything washed and put away. Put the swing, bouncer and car seat together and installed the car seat.
Measurements? right on track!
Belly Button? Flat!
Movement? She is constantly stretching out as far as she can into my ribs!
Food Cravings? Still love donuts and sweets.
Gender? Team Pink
What I miss? Having energy and being comfortable.
What I am looking forward to? Meeting her!
Milestones? Your due date is just four weeks away. Hasn’t time flown? Your once-poppy seed would probably be able to breathe on his own if he was born right now. (If not, he’d probably need some TLC, but he’d likely be okay.) Most of his systems are in working order at 36 weeks. Since baby really could decide to make his arrival any day now, try to put in a little prep work. For example, if you took a child birth class a few months ago, you might want to reread any materials you were given and practice some of the breathing techniques you learned with your partner. Go over your plan for getting to the hospital, and all the what-ifs (like, if you go into labor while you’re at work, will you go home first or straight there?). You might also want to remind your boss and colleagues of the status of all your work projects, so they know exactly where to take over if you’re suddenly out of the office. Week 36 is also a good time to enjoy a date with your partner. We’re guessing you won’t be up for dancing, but a nice dinner might be just what you two could use.

She's getting closer and closer to being able to breathe on her own.

Her skin is getting smooth and soft and her gums are rigid.

Her liver and kidneys are in working order.

Circulation and immune systems are basically good to go, too.

Other notes?
 

Daniel's 2nd Birthday!

I know this is really late but I'm finally doing it!! Daniel had a great 2nd birthday! I can't believe how much he has changed over the last year. He has turned into such a sweet little boy. He loves to color and paint. He really likes learning his letters and helping me write his name. Right before his second birthday he was moved into a toddler bed and we began taking away his pacifier. He has adjusted to both of these things pretty well.

He had a blast at his birthday party. Here are a few of the pictures.

35 Weeks

How Far Along? 35 Weeks
Total weight gain/loss? Up 6 Pounds...I stayed the same from my last appointment.
Maternity clothes? Just want to be comfy!
Best moment this week? Getting everything washed and put together for her arrival. All we really have left is to install the car seat and pack our bags. Oh and to put the bassinet in our room.
Measurements? right on track!
Belly Button? I'd its sill working it's way out.
Movement?  Her movements are quite painful now! It was confirmed that she is head down so I have little feet constantly jabbing my ribs and a head pushing on my bladder!
Food Cravings? I have not really been very hungry. I guess when I am I still want sweets.
Gender? Team Pink
What I miss? Breathing normally, walking faster and just being comfortable.
What I am looking forward to? Her birth!
Milestones? Growing, growing, growing. Yup, baby and you. You’ve reached 35 weeks, and your uterus has grown about 1,000 times its original size, a number that might sound exaggerated to everyone else -- but to you it probably feels more like a million. You can expect to gain about a half-pound a week before birth, and baby’s beefing up, too. At 35 weeks, some moms-to-be feel like they have a ton of stuff left to do before baby’s arrival. Others can barely wait for baby to make his debut. Either way, try not to stress. Baby will show up when he’s ready, and he won’t care if you haven’t checked every little detail off your list.
Other notes? I am so nervous about having 2 kids but so excited to have her here.
 

34 Weeks

How Far Along? 34 Weeks
Total weight gain/loss? Up 6 Pounds
Maternity clothes? I don't really have any winter clothes but I'm making due.
Best moment this week? Having her baby shower!
Measurements? Find out next week
Belly Button? I'd its sill working it's way out.
Movement?  Her movements are quite painful now!
Food Cravings? sweets, chocolate, donuts
Gender? Team Pink
What I miss? Walking without being in pain.
What I am looking forward to? Her birth!
Milestones? Watch what you say! Your curious baby is listening in to your conversations at 34 weeks -- and might enjoy a lullaby or two -- so go ahead and sing to him. Some say that baby will recognize songs mom sings while he’s in the womb, and may even be more easily soothed by them if he’s used to them once he’s on the “outside.” At week 34, you might breathe a little easier, since baby may descend lower into your pelvis and give your lungs some space. (Ahh!) Of course, some babies don’t do this until the day they’re born, so we’re not making any guarantees. The pitfall of this descent, of course, is even more pressure on your bladder, so be prepared to make even more trips to the ladies room over the coming weeks.
Other notes? I am so nervous about having 2 kids but so excited to have her here.
 

33 Weeks

How Far Along? 33Weeks 5 days!
Total weight gain/loss? I've gained 6 pounds! 4 of them in the last 3 weeks!
Maternity clothes? Still I don't really have any winter clothes but I'm making due.
Best moment this week? getting her curtains!
Measurements? 33 weeks
Movement?  She has been actively exploring my ribs at least every 30 minutes.
Food Cravings? sweets, chocolate, donuts (no wonder I'm gaining weight)
Gender? Team Pink
What I miss? Being able to breath while doing everyday tasks!
What I am looking forward to? Her baby shower on Sunday!!
Milestones? We’d tell you to take a deep breath and relax, but it’s probably tough to do either of those at 33 weeks. It’s probably tough to be comfortable at all, since you might be feeling overheated on top of your other symptoms, too. But you’re probably getting super excited to meet baby, and we can’t blame you. Week 33 is a good time to make sure you have a safe car seat for baby -- go ahead and install it already. Sure, you might not see baby for another month, but if you have an early surprise arrival, that’s the one thing you really need to have ready. She's keeping her eyes open while awake. She's also starting to coordinate breathing with sucking and swallowing. Her bones are hardening and she going through (more) major brain development -- that's one smart baby!
Other notes? I don't remember being this uncomfortable with Daniel until later in the pregnancy.