Cathe Friedrich
Administrator
Hi Everyone. I'm sure about now you are all out shopping, baking, decorating, holiday partying, etc. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!
I just got in from the mall myself and decided to put my feet up and post an update. I have the key board in my lap, dogs at my side, and Eric in my belly begging for more of that delicious hot chocolate(hubby's still out shopping
).
I had my two week check up yesterday and I gained another 2 1/2 pounds since the last update. Wow, I better get a little more will power when it comes to saying no to some of this tempting holiday food
. Actually I'm not doing too badly. I'm just getting ready to start my 35th week on Monday and have gained 28 pounds total. They had said that it would be fine for me to gain about 25 to 35 pounds total and it looks like thats pretty much where I'm headed. Also, my belly measured in at 34 centimeters so everything is fine there too.
The new developments this month are: 1) My veins are much more prominent. Especially around my ribs and chest. 2) I seem to get out of breath for almost anything. Especially stair climbing and tying my shoes. 3) My body is holding so much water. I have already experienced this retention in my ankles and feet but now it has taken over all areas of my leg. 4) Although I already drink high amounts of water, I'm extra thirsty lately. I find myself craving orange juice, cranberry juice, and all sorts of fruits. I am amazed that this has not worsened my heartburn situation. 5) I'm feeling super congested and this in turn has brought back my toothache. I'm going to use tylenol allergy/sinus again since this seemed to help the last sinus based toothache a few months ago. 6) I find that at night I'm fidgity and wrestless and by day I'm very sleepy. There must be something wrong with my body clock. 7) I have had a major increase in the amount of times I need to go to the bathroom. This I'm sure is a direct result of being extra thirsty too. I feel as though I have altered my life around where the nearest restroom is.
I'm still teaching my classes and modifying whenever needed. I should have my two new larger Dangerboy maternity tops by Monday so that will be a nice treat.
The baby is super active now. Sometimes the movements are a little painful. Yet, sometimes they are downright ticklish. Oh, but this is all so much fun.
I am happy to say that I will be able to have Addi on an extended visit through the holidays. The CPL organization has given their employees a week off for the holidays and allowed the puppy homes to keep their dogs until early January. You bet I'm a happy camper!
Well, thats all for now. I wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. I'll post again in early January. Ho Ho Ho!
I just got in from the mall myself and decided to put my feet up and post an update. I have the key board in my lap, dogs at my side, and Eric in my belly begging for more of that delicious hot chocolate(hubby's still out shopping
I had my two week check up yesterday and I gained another 2 1/2 pounds since the last update. Wow, I better get a little more will power when it comes to saying no to some of this tempting holiday food
The new developments this month are: 1) My veins are much more prominent. Especially around my ribs and chest. 2) I seem to get out of breath for almost anything. Especially stair climbing and tying my shoes. 3) My body is holding so much water. I have already experienced this retention in my ankles and feet but now it has taken over all areas of my leg. 4) Although I already drink high amounts of water, I'm extra thirsty lately. I find myself craving orange juice, cranberry juice, and all sorts of fruits. I am amazed that this has not worsened my heartburn situation. 5) I'm feeling super congested and this in turn has brought back my toothache. I'm going to use tylenol allergy/sinus again since this seemed to help the last sinus based toothache a few months ago. 6) I find that at night I'm fidgity and wrestless and by day I'm very sleepy. There must be something wrong with my body clock. 7) I have had a major increase in the amount of times I need to go to the bathroom. This I'm sure is a direct result of being extra thirsty too. I feel as though I have altered my life around where the nearest restroom is.
I'm still teaching my classes and modifying whenever needed. I should have my two new larger Dangerboy maternity tops by Monday so that will be a nice treat.
The baby is super active now. Sometimes the movements are a little painful. Yet, sometimes they are downright ticklish. Oh, but this is all so much fun.
I am happy to say that I will be able to have Addi on an extended visit through the holidays. The CPL organization has given their employees a week off for the holidays and allowed the puppy homes to keep their dogs until early January. You bet I'm a happy camper!
Well, thats all for now. I wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. I'll post again in early January. Ho Ho Ho!