35 Weeks

How Far Along - 35 Weeks. Wow! I would say 5 more weeks, but for me it's only 2! More on that later!
Size of Baby - Patrick weighs around 5 1/4 pounds and is over 18 inches! I can't wait to see how much he really weighs on the 28th.
What the baby can do this week- Because he is so snug in there, he won't be doing any more somersaults, but the kicks are about the same (Yes, right into my ribs!) His kidneys are fully developed and his liver can process some waste. Most of his basic physical development is complete now, he will spend the next few weeks putting on weight.
Total Weight Gain - 23.5 pounds. Yes that half pound counts....it sounds better than 24! Still right on track!
Maternity Clothes - Yes! I can still wear a few of my shirts, but mostly maternity shirts and definitely maternity pants.
Gender - A baby boy! Patrick James
Sleep - Pretty good...I am exhausted, but Michael is away so that never helps.
What I Crave - Cadbury eggs.
Symptoms - Heartburn! It's been killing me recently! Not only that but this kid is just sitting on my ribs so by the end of the day my ribs are so sore. My feet are starting to swell and by the end of the week they are rather large and gross. Thank goodness this baby is coming in two weeks because sandal season is almost here!
Baby Purchases - I don't think I will have to purchase anything for awhile after Patrick's shower! I have done four loads of laundry this week for him! That's more than I have done for me! He isn't spoiled one bit! I have organized everything and am feeling pretty good. Now Michael needs to get home so he can put everything together, like the stroller, jumper, high chair and pack and play. So exciting!


Yesterday at my Doctor's appointment I was able to convince him that I should work another week. But that is all I am going to get. Doc has said this is it no matter what. I am scheduled to be induced on April 1st due to my BP and my protein. My previous protein level was 320 which was a little high, but he said it was ok. This past one was 342, which he still said was ok. I asked when we start to panic and he said that I never do.....let him worry about it!(Obviously he doesn't know I Google everything).

I am ok with that. I am just glad I was able to get in three more weeks of work. The only bad part is because I am delivering early, I may have to go back to school for a few weeks :( I guess we will cross the bridge when I get to it.

For the rest of the day I will be doing laundry and organizing his room a little more. I can't believe we are going to have a baby in two weeks!