Subscribebaby bump – 31 weeks
We had another baby checkup appointment on Wednesday where they discovered that I’d gained over 10 pounds in the last four weeks and my belly is measuring more than 5cm bigger than normal. She also looked at my ankles and said: “Those don’t belong to you!”. hee. Told you they were bad… I had apple-patterned knee-high socks on that day and had imprints of apples all over my legs. Attractive. We all laughed at my apple legs. :)
So the doc called for me to get another ultrasound to check to see if the baby’s kidneys were functioning properly and we went in early this morning for the appointment. I didn’t sleep well last night because I was worried, but the tech said that everything seemed to be fine. (She needed to verify with the radiologist to make sure, but we felt so relieved!) We got to see the baby again and verified that she is indeed a girl and that she weighs 4 pounds now and has long legs like her mama. :) Maybe that’s why I’m so big now… the girl’s all leg and just needs more room.
We also met with a doula yesterday and felt instantly like she was a kindred spirit who could help with the birth. Help us be present, be a liaison for the nurses and help guide Colin to guide me. She was so confident and kind and gentle. I’m excited!
Have a good weekend, peoples!
My sister had the same thing happen with BOTH of her girls (now 3.5 and 1.5 years old). She apparently had about 1.5 times as much fluid in there as normal. Wasn’t cause for alarm afterall.
Glad to hear yours wasn’t either!
Yes, the belly seams bigger then the last picture.
Congrats for the girl that’s coming :).
this is wonderful! babies are wonderful, congratulations. so glad everything looks good and healthy.
Wonderful! Wishing you the very best. I is so exciting!
you are such a fashion mama! from scarf to apple embossed ankles! and that is awesome you found a doula you resonate with. so happy to hear that! you and baby are always in my thoughts! j-mama
Congratulations and best birthing wishes! I hope your doula is a wonderful source of support. The doula I had at the birth of my third daughter was so amazing that I totally changed my career path. I’ve been a doula for over seven years and am almost done with my midwifery apprenticeship because of her and my midwife. :-)
how wonderful that all is well w/ you and you bundle of luv!
and please penny, share where you got your sweater!!
merry christams blessings!
xoxox
Lovely maternity fashion!
Gosh, so many medical check ups during pregnancy, I know I wouldn’t be able to sleep at night, too! I’m sure having a doula is a big help. Happy Holidays!Chx
a beautiful portrait. so glad to hear that all is well with the little one. xo
so glad all is well penny :)
xo
jen gray
This is great news honey!!!
Thank you all for your sweet comments!
Rose: the gray sweater came from JCPenney I think. $20. Nothing fancy. :)
This may seem silly, but the great thing about the swelling is that about two weeks after baby’s arrival, when the swelling has mostly gone down, you’ll feel so skinny! :) You have the be the most lovely pregnant lady ever! Glad to hear everything’s fine.
everything else on you is so teeny, la bebita has to stick out the front
I’m so glad you and baby are okay…better than okay!!! She’s quite the kicker and I’m *so* excited she kicked for me!!! :):):) At least I didn’t cry this time ;) I’m getting almost as impatient as you are – waiting for her to arrive (only I can’t feel the organ smashing, the middle-of-the-night rotating, the soccer games going on, the shortness of breath). I can almost picture her. She’s gonna be the coolest baby ever. I just know it.
xoxo,
YSIL
i’m so happy and excited for you and colin and the baby girl!
xoxox
your belly is so cute! hope you guys are doing well. can’t wait to meet little dullaghan:)
I love the belly updates. Thanks for sharing.