26 weeks

The Hogie Bun at 26 weeks

Total Weight Gain: Since August 21st I've gained a total of 23 pounds. Since my last visit two weeks ago, I gained a total of 4 pounds.  I think walking with Tako (mom's dog) has helped me with all of holiday treats I've been tempted to eat.

Baby's Update: His heartbeat is about 147 bmp.  Measurement of the hogie bun is at 26cm, so it's right on with how far along I am.  At first i didn't think my hogie bun had grown but apparently it has by 2cm. 

Movement: Yes, he moves quite a bit.  At times I don't feel him as much, but when he wants to move, he makes sure I notice!

Discomfort: My main discomfort is the lack of quality sleep that I have been experiencing these last two weeks.  My hips feel very sore when I go to bed.  I've tried pretty much every position available including pillows etc...  I've been sleeping in a sitting position which has helped relief some of my hips discomfort but then my lower lumbar/spine or something along that area starts to bother me.  It's a lose lose situation and part of the package, so I'm told.  

My next experiment is to stretch before going to bed.  Sounds easy, but then once it's time for it, I either make an excuse or I forget to do it!  Hopefully, I start making it a habit.

My other discomforts include heel and knee "pain" more like uncomfortableness every now and then.  If I go for a walk or I am on my feet for like 45 min.  things just start to feel heavy and quite uncomfortable.  I haven't experienced any swollen hands, feet, etc... so I am thinking it's just the amount of weight on them.  We'll see how things progress.

Bellybutton: still not popping out, but I think within the next couple of weeks it might begin to pop!

Looking Forward to: Relaxing and enjoying my time off from work!

24 weeks

The Hogie Bun at 24 weeks

Total Weight Gain: Probably 20+ since my last visit to the doctor.  Our next appointment will be on the 27th which will give me a more accurate gain amount.  Hopefully, nothing astronomical, but who knows!

Baby's Update: About the size of an ear of corn, probably weighing 1 lb ++.  Length: ~ almost a foot 

Movement: Yes, at times it's pretty strong and there are other times, where it's just more subtle   

Discomfort: I haven't had the most pleasant last two days.  It looks like I am starting to get a cold.  Yesterday, I think was one of my most uncomfortable days thus far.  I felt like a complete whale and just couldn't move easily, my body ached all over, my hips felt really sore, and the baby was also pressing on my sciatic nerve again, not to mention the lack of air going through my nostrils and the watery eyes which just made it even more uncomfortable.  

Bellybutton: a bit flatter

Skin changes: nothing major but some here and there

Looking Forward to: Considering I am not feeling my best, I am looking forward to the next couple days off of work and then coming back for a very short week until next year.  I'm also looking forward on working on some decorations for the baby shower and some overdue relaxation time.

23 weeks

The Hogie Bun at 23 weeks

Total Weight Gain: A whopping total of 20 pounds!  The Hogie Bun measured at 22 centimeters as of Monday.

I am not sure if I mentioned this in a previous post, but the past few weeks I have been extremely thirsty which can be a sign of gestational diabetes.  Considering that I have diabetes on my paternal side of the family, they recommended I take this test early in order to make adjustments ahead of time if need be.

My blood glucose levels came back normal, so that was a relief.  They will however have me retake it at 28 weeks which is when most people get tested just to make sure.

Baby's Update: About the size of a large mango, probably weighing 1 lb ++.  Heart beat as of Monday afternoon 142 bpm.

Movement: The movements continue.  There are times when I don't feel the baby move often during the day which sometimes concerns me and keeps me thinking, but then there are those times, when he is just having a dancing party in there and is wondering why we are not joining him!  
I asked the doctor if this was normal, and her response was that until the 27~28 week is when she will ask to start keeping track of the baby's movements, etc... but for now, it's OK if I am not constantly feeling the baby move all the time. Good to know!  

Discomfort: Not enough to complain about it, but lately my coccyx has experienced some discomfort but apparently it's all part of the package.

Bellybutton: same as last week

Looking Forward to: Registering in the near future and working on some craft decorations for the baby shower during my time off this holiday season.  Right now we are focusing on researching and figuring out which products are the ones that we feel are best for our baby.