Weight gain/loss: My home scale has been reading 190. That would put me at a 53 pound gain -- hard on those knees!
Symptoms: My welcome into the third trimester has been a little rough. I think we're now entering the really tough phase. This week mornings have been better than afternoons & evenings. I've had swollen ankles and feet all week (blood pressure is still OK). Have had more trouble with sleeping, some heartburn and the usual nasal congestion/nose bleeds.
Maternity clothes: Some of my shirts are starting to barely cover the belly ;)
Maternity clothes: Some of my shirts are starting to barely cover the belly ;)
Sleep: When I first lie down at night it's been taking me 15-20 minutes to get comfortable breathing. I think the shift of (heavy) weight from standing to a horizontal position is taking time for my body to get used to. It sort of feels like I'm being choked and gasping for air. Once I get comfy, then I'm able to sleep for 1-2 (sometimes 3 if I'm lucky!) hours at a time. Getting out of bed is a little more work than it used to be, too.
Best moment this week: I was able to spend some time with my aunt Astrida after one of my appointments this week. :)
Movement: Tons!
Food cravings (& gestational diabetes update): I'm sort of blocking out cravings now and focusing on my gestational diabetes diet -- which really is just healthy choices, portion control and carb counting. I will note that I haven't had a single high reading now that I'm checking my blood sugar at home. All of my fasting readings have been between 61-68 (60-95 is normal) and only three of my 1-hour post meal readings have been over 100 (should be less than 140). To be honest, the GD diagnosis has helped me get back to my healthier pre-pregnancy diet faster, but I am feeling sort of skeptical about the results of the 3-hour test. I think that toxic Glucola drink shocked my system! However, I'd be curious to see what a reading would be 1 hour after eating a milkshake or a full plate of waffles and syrup.
Belly measurement: Biggest part of the belly is now 45 inches!
Gender: 3 Boys!!
Prayers: I'm praying to make it to the next target -- our 30s!
Prayers: I'm praying to make it to the next target -- our 30s!
Labor signs: No
Stretch marks: No -- but still having itchy belly. I've started putting coconut oil on my belly several times per day.
Mood: It's been another challenging week, but trying to keep those spirits up and enjoy this time Markus and I have as a family of two, as well as naps and quiet time whenever I'd like.
Looking forward to: Seeing how things are going with our trio at next week's appointment. Excited to see my sister again in two weeks!
28 week belly
Yay! You made it to the 3rd trimester!!!! Not too much longer Mara. You're doing so awesome! You look great! I bought some body boost brand cream from motherhood half way through the second trimester. Honestly, I had a certain $ I needed to spend to get a good discount or else I never would have bought it. It's the only thing that has helped my itchy belly and eczema. Even more than eucerin or aveeno made for eczema. I'm on my 3rd tub. Highly recommended. Not something I'd normally purchase.
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