37 weeks

First week of being on maternity leave. First week of driving around in the X1 (and I'm beginning to like it). Went to a breastfeeding class. Finally stopped being overwhelmed by the lack of things we have (or don't have) in preparation for baby and bought some things (diapers!) Also 37 weeks. Which mean I am full term and baby can come any minute and be safe! Eeep!

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How far along? 37 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: I weighed myself a few days ago. I am 63.5 kgs, which means a weight gain of 13.5kgs.

Maternity clothes? Yes! Wearing the same old outfits day in and out. Decided that i'll just wear hoodies and jumpers and lots of scarf rather than buying new coats. Also tracky daks and dressing gown when i'm home.

Stretch marks? None so far. Tummy gets really red some days. It's an angry red. and getting itchy!

Symptoms: My tummy has dropped. Which means no more muscle stretch pains. Woo hoo! There are times when I can hardly breathe though, as though the belly is crushing me a little bit. Now that I'm not working, I have a bit more energy to do things, so I've been out about 3-4 hours a day and still feel ok. Had my second leg cramp in the morning too. That was excruciating. But thankfully it went as quickly as it got here!

Sleep:  Still good sleep! Last night i didn't even wake up and slept throughout! But there has been a few nights there I seem to have insomnia after waking up to pee.

Best moment these 2 weeks: Last week of work was beautiful - I love my workmates, they are the best and the sweetest. Had the girls sleepover AND  i loved spending time with them! Also conquering my fear of being overwhelmed at shops and finally feeling ok and ready for baby.

Have you told family and friends: Yes! Actively posting on Instagram :)

Miss Anything? Sashimi these days. And being slim and not being squashed.

Movement: Baby is still head down and engaged! Had my doctor's appointment and he says she's low down there. Not surprising. I could feel her being low. Baby is not too harsh with movement these days. But the funniest thing is Twitchy had a sleepless night and spent a few minutes watching baby move in my belly while i slept!

Food cravings: Vegetable and fruits. i don't eat enough of them these days. I still can't say i have cravings - more like food aversions (what I definitely don't want to eat!)


Anything making you queasy or sick: I've been cooking. And it's fine and dandy. But the lingering smell of garlic and ginger? Not too fond of it yet.

Baby is a: GIRL!

Belly Button in or out? Still In. Getting shallower. Still have a feeling it will pop soon. 


Wedding rings on or off? On. Doesn't look like my finger are going to swell.

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy most of the time. But also anxiety at the thought of mum being here in a week and the thought of loosing my freedom. I pray to got that my patience runneth over and that I can bite and tongue and have thicker skin. I was also emotional a week or so ago at the thought of Twitchy and I no longer being just us two. I love him so much and I hope our love will never change, even with a baby in the picture.

Looking forward to: Enjoying the last week with hubbie before mum gets here. Embracing and cherishing more baby movements. And shopping a bit more and getting the place ready for baby.