30 weeks

I can't believe in 10 weeks, Saylor will be making her appearance. She is really growing now (as am I!). Seems like the weight is just creeping on these last few weeks as my body gets ready for her arrival! This is just crazy! We have so much to do, but I am just so excited... The time is really flying by. 

Here is what baby center says about week 30:

Your baby's about 15.7 inches long now, and she weighs 3 pounds. A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and takes up more room in your uterus. Her eyesight continues to develop, though it's not very keen; even after she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have 20/400 vision — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. (Normal adult vision is 20/20.) 

You may be feeling a little tired these days, especially if you're having trouble sleeping. You might also feel clumsier than normal, which is perfectly understandable. Not only are you heavier, but the concentration of weight in your pregnant belly causes a shift in your center of gravity. Plus, thanks to hormonal changes, your ligaments are more lax, so your joints are looser, which may also contribute to your balance being a bit off. Also, this relaxation of your ligaments can actually cause your feet to spread permanently, so you may have to invest in some new shoes in a bigger size.

Pregnancy Highlights:

How Far Along: 30 weeks

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 14 pounds  

Maternity Clothes: been rotating between the same 4 or 5 outfits and pulling out some summer dresses that work good for both! :) Ready for fall and jeans!

Best Moment this week: putting together Saylor's swing

Gender: It's a girl - Saylor Alden Branch

Movement: feeling her move all the time... seeing my belly pop up in places when she pokes her arm or foot!

Food Craving: cereal!

What I miss: fitting into my regular clothes

Sleep: Good nights and bad nights, ha

What I am looking forward to: getting the nursery painted and putting the furniture in

Belly Button: In

Stretch Marks: None yet. Yikes.

Symptoms: Nausea. Nausea. Nausea. Will it ever end?!?