18 Weeks

October 08, 2017

18 Weeks

18 Weeks

So I have officially “popped” if that’s what they call it. I feel more like I exploded this past week. All of the sudden I have gained a few extra pounds and none of my clothes fit right. Pregnancy clothes are too big and my regular clothes are too small. I feel like I’m 12 years old all over again trying to find pants and bathing suits that fit right and having meltdowns in the dressing room. Have I said yet that I’m not a fan of being pregnant?

On top of that, I had my anatomy scan this week. Everything is well with baby but I am on pelvic rest for 4 weeks. Which basically means I can’t work out, no squats, no carrying Adam, no running, no activities that put any strain on my core, no sex (TMI?) So this seems really practical with lifting and running after a very active 2 year old right? This is precautionary and they will check again in 4 weeks to make sure everything is good. Basically, my placenta is too close to my cervix and blocking baby’s way out. Worst case scenario means a C-section but likelihood that within 4 weeks everything works itself out is pretty high. So prayers that my body does what it needs to do and makes room for this kid to get out.

Gaining weight is definitely my biggest struggle with pregnancy and has been the hardest part thus far so I am trying to have a different perspective. Doctor says that the bigger I get the likelihood that this will be a non-issue. So I will try to focus on the positives of getting bigger and giving my body more room and baby space to get out on his own.

Craving: Just eating a lot of everything lately.

Symptoms: This week has probably been the most uncomfortable Ive been so far. Ive been having a lot of abdominal cramping:/

Weight gain: between 5-7 depending

Stretch Marks: No

Wedding rings on or off: On

Maternity clothes: I finally found a few pair of maternity work pants today after trying 5 stores!

Movement: Yes

Gender: Boy