{28 Weeks}

I had my 28 week appointment with Susan on Wednesday. Everything looked really good and I only gained two pounds this time, which Susan was pleased about. Susan also informed me that because of the weight gain and loss fluctuation, I've only truly gained one pound during my pregnancy, so that made me feel like Mom of the Year! I found out that I have to do the gestational diabetes test AGAIN. She had me do it early the first time to check my thyroid levels. So, I have to knock that out by my next appointment, which is exciting because we have officially started doing appointments every two weeks. It makes me antsy and excited that Gracie's arrival is getting closer and closer. We discussed our birth plan and Susan was cracking Josh up about cutting the cord. She told him if he changes his mind and wants to cut the cord, he should refrain from doing it "Coneheads" style or she will probably pass out. That made him laugh a little.

The other day, Josh asked me if I was ready. When he said "ready," I thought he was talking about the birthing process, so I responded that I wasn't scared about birthing Gracie. He said he meant if I was ready for Gracie to be in our lives. I'm not usually at a loss for words, but I just couldn't form an answer. I can only imagine what it will be like when she is here and our whole lives change. I have so much confidence in Josh as a father and can't wait to see him in action. I sometimes have doubts in myself if I will be a good mother, but Josh makes all of those doubts disappear. He is so reassuring and supportive. All I know is that I'm glad that I get to share this little girl and love her with Josh.



How far along? 28 weeks! I'm in the third trimester!
Total weight gain: According to Susan, 1 pound, so all my rationalizing in the past blog was completely correct. :D
Maternity clothes? Indeed. I thank God everyday for mama jeans and mama leggings.
Stretch marks? Always.
Sleep: Sleep has been pretty good with the exception of going from hot to cold all night.
Best moment this week: Laughing with Josh after Gracie kicked so hard that she moved his arm and helping mom with baby shower invitations
Miss Anything? Being able to eat red meat without getting sickly.
Movement: All the time. And now her moves are getting higher, so I'm wondering if that means that she has made the great rotation.
Food cravings: Hot pockets and ice cream.
Gender: Little lady.
Labor Signs: Just a couple of Braxton Hicks, but nothing to be concerned about...yet.
Symptoms: Nothing too bad, except that I got sick on the evening that we made tacos. So, taco night is probably not going to be happening again until after Gracie gets here.
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy and anxious.
Looking forward to: My 3D4D appointment with my mom on my birthday, maternity pictures next weekend and the two baby showers.