I've definitely gotten to the point where it's harder to breathe, since my lungs are getting awfully crowded in there. But the fact that all my bras are too tight doesn't really help. I haven't wanted to buy any more huge ones since I assume this phenomenon is only temporary. But since I do need to get some nursing bras I went to Motherhood Maternity today to try and find a couple that I might be able to wear for the next few weeks. I swear I tried on every bra in the store and only walked out with one that fit. It is a 40E. Holy cow!! Granted, it definitely has some wiggle room, which I figure is good for that whole engorgement thing I have heard about. But still... I tried on a ton of 38E's and 40D's and they were all too tight, or fit weird, or just weren't comfortable for some other reason. And nursing bras are just weird in general... I am used to bra cups that have some substance to them, light padding or whatever, mainly so I don't have to cross my arms when the room gets a little cold. Well, in a nursing bra it seems like that style is a little awkward. It just doesn't fold down very well, and when it does it seems like it would be poking the baby in the face all the time. I don't get it. Anyway, like I said, I walked away with one, and have my eye on another one that will probably work, they just didn't have the size I need. Then tonight when I got home I had a revelation -- BRA EXTENDERS! Duh! I can get one of those at Sears for like $1.50 and that should allow me to keep wearing the bras I already have for a bit.
I still have not gained any weight for like 4 weeks now. So I'll be eating Seth's weight in food at Thanksgiving dinner without a lot of guilt. But I definitely have stretch marks, yuck. So far just under my belly button but there's no doubt about it now, they are here. And they itch! It also kind of looks like I have one starting to radiate out from the hole where my belly button ring used to be, but I'm not sure. Meh, oh well, they are so worth it.
Starting maternity leave early is sounding better and better all the time. Not too early, but I am tempted to let work know that I won't be back after Christmas, baby or no baby. I am pretty sure my Dr. wouldn't let me go past 41 weeks, so worst case scenario I'd only be off for about 2 weeks or so before getting induced. But wow, 41 weeks seems like an ETERNITY from now, he better get here before then!
Eric got the stroller unpacked from the box and I'm happy to report that it fits into my trunk with room to spare! Sweet! The car seat appears to fit in my back seat okay too. I haven't strapped it in or anything but I shoved it in there and didn't have to move the driver's seat forward at all. Eric won't be able to go anywhere with me and the baby in my car but that situation is pretty unlikely anyway. Eeek, we are almost ready! Can't wait!!
2 comments:
Haha. How funny about your boobs, especially since you haven't even gained any weight. Perk! I bet Eric is liking that!
My boobs are exactly the same size as when I started this journey. I haven't had to buy any new bras. How weird is that? I thought for sure I'd have utters by this time. I'm sure I'll get a bit of a rude awakening when the milk finally comes in though.
I vote for you not going back to work after Christmas whether or not Seth has made his debut! You should take full advantage and enjoy the holidays. We're totally lucky that we get to have Holiday babies I think. :) Plus, I'm telling you, I'm getting more and more uncomfortable every day. I'm having menstrual-like cramps constantly and Adela's little head has definitely made its presence known in my pelvis. I can barely stomach working until Wednesday. I am counting the minutes!
Any word on the breach, btw? When's your next appointment? Have you been doing anything to try to get him to turn? Or do you think he has??
Eric is convinced that he has turned over. In fact last night he put his ear to my belly and could hear the heart beat way down low, below my belly button. When he tried to listen up higher he could only hear mine, so it seems like that is a good sign. I'm not sure though, last night it did seem like he had shifted, but today it feels like maybe he's back up top. I'll find out on Wednesday I guess, at my appointment. I haven't really been doing a lot to make him turn, I've just been too busy :(
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