Week 31!

This week, your baby measures over 16 inches long. He weighs about 3.3 pounds (try carrying four navel oranges) and is heading into a growth spurt.He can turn his head from side to side, and his arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath his skin. He's probably moving a lot, too, so you may have trouble sleeping because your baby's kicks and somersaults keep you up. Take comfort: All this moving is a sign that your baby is active and healthy.

How far along? 31 weeks

Maternity clothes? Of course:0)

Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!

Sleep: Sleep is uncomfortable again and I wake up more often that I did. My back is still bothering me on my right side. It feels like I have a 10lb weight on my belly when I go to roll over.

Best moment this week: Seeing Baby Winter!! We were so lucky to see Baby Winter via a 3D/4D ultrasound. At 31 weeks we were able to that Baby Winter has hair! Baby Winter seems to be just as stubborn as his/her mother. During the first part of the ultrasound, Baby Winter didn't want us to see him/her by putting hands/arms in from of the face. The ultrasound tech was so nice. She offered for me to go and get a bite to eat so that maybe Baby Winter would have changed positions. We went back an hour later...do you think Baby Winter had moved?! Of course not!! We had to push on my belly to get some facial shots. Overall it was amazing and I am so happy that I was giving the opportunity to do the session (thanks mom!!).

Movement: I feel the baby all the time. It was weird to see what I feel during the ultrasound.

Food cravings: None this week.

Gender: Not sure but it seems everyone has an opinion and this week it seems to be BOY.

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Still an innie but is at the flat stage.

What I miss: Sleeping....I can't seem to get comfortable.

What I am looking forward to: I am looking forward to finishing the nursery. We started to clean out the room, but then we got busy so it was put on the back burner once again!
Weekly Wisdom: Take naps when you can:-) I have been so tired lately at work ad I am pretty sure it's due to me waking 10 times a night.

Here are some photos of Baby Winter instead of my belly:

If you'd like to see more pictures of Baby Winter (fingers, feet and even hair), you can access the online web gallary.

1. Go to http://www.hawaiiultrasound.com/

2. Click on "ultrasound"

3. Client on the "clients" tab along the top

4. Enter the password: winter

5. Wait a few seconds and enjoy!

Week 30! Wahoo!

How your baby's growing:
Your baby's about 15.7 inches long now, and she weighs almost 3 pounds (like a head of cabbage). A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and takes up more room in your uterus. Her eyesight continues to develop, though it's not very keen; even after she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have 20/400 vision — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. (Normal adult vision is 20/20.)


How far along? 30 weeks
Maternity clothes? Of course:0)
Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!
Sleep: Sleep is not so bad this week.
Best moment this week: We started to receive some gifts (Kerri, thanks for the monitor, mom, thanks for the box of goodies (aden and anais blankets, mattress cover, ergo carrier with infant attachment and a few other items that my brain is forgetting). Oh and we got this beauty!! It's a UppaBaby Vista 2009!! It is amazing!!

Movement: I feel the baby all the time. My belly looks like to vibrates!
Food cravings: None this week
Gender: Not sure but it seems everyone has an opinion.
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out? Still an innie but it slowing getting to the flat stage.
What I miss: Painting my toenails.
What I am looking forward to: Our sonogram this week (3D/4D) on Sat. Our last sonogram was just to measure my cervix (it's 5 1/2 inches long in case you wanted to know:-))
Weekly Wisdom: Take everyone advise with a gain of salt. It seems that everyone has a reason for you NOT do something that you find important.

Week 30 Picture: (Adam took me to the Ihilani for breakfast..they have THE best waffles ever!

Week 29!

Your baby now weighs about 2 1/2 pounds (like a butternut squash) and is a tad over 15 inches long from head to heel. His muscles and lungs are continuing to mature, and his head is growing bigger to make room for his developing brain. To meet his increasing nutritional demands, you'll need plenty of protein, vitamins C, folic acid, and iron. And because his bones are soaking up lots of calcium, be sure to drink your milk (or find another good source of calcium, such as cheese, yogurt, or enriched orange juice). This trimester, about 250 milligrams of calcium are deposited in your baby's hardening skeleton each day.



How far along? 29 weeks
Maternity clothes? Of course:0)
Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!
Sleep: Sleep is a little uncomfortable and I wake up more often that I did. My back is starting to bother me on the right side so every time I turn over my back gives me an ache that wakes me.
Best moment this week: We received our car seat (thanks mom!) and this awesome baby book that I ordered. Click on "this" to check it out.
Movement: I feel the baby all the time. It seems to be more twists and turns.
Food cravings: I am still liking some ICEE!!
Gender: Not sure but it seems everyone has an opinion.
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out? Still an innie but it slowing getting to the flat stage.
What I miss: Sleeping....I can't seem to get comfortable.
What I am looking forward to: Our sonogram this week. It was suppose to be last Friday, but our Dr. had an emergency and didn't have time. So it will be this Friday. I will be posting pictures soon.
Weekly Wisdom: Write everything down including a to do list of things you want to do prior to baby coming (Costco trip, cleaning, etc.)



Week 29 photo:
I can't beleive that I will be posting this, but here you go...

Week 28

By this week, your baby weighs two and a quarter pounds (like a Chinese cabbage) and measures 14.8 inches from the top of her head to her heels. She can blink her eyes, which now sport lashes. With her eyesight developing, she may be able to see the light that filters in through your womb. She's also developing billions of neurons in her brain and adding more body fat in preparation for life in the outside world.

How far along? 28 weeks
Maternity clothes? Of course:0)
Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!
Sleep: Sleep is a little uncomfortable and I wake up more often that I did. My back is starting to bother me on the right side so every time I turn over my back gives me an ache that wakes me.
Best moment this week: We started on the baby room and it's nice to see everything coming together.
Movement: I feel the baby all the time. I don't understand how some people say they are getting sick of feeling the baby. It's the highlight of my day and I look forward to quite time just to feel him/her.
Food cravings: ICEE!! Not the ones from 7-11, I like the ones from Target....yummy!!
Gender: Not sure.
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out? Still an innie but it slowing getting to the flat stage.
What I miss: Nothing at all.
What I am looking forward to: Receiving our car seat in the mail....still...it should be here this Friday. Oh and we have our sonogram this Friday as well:-) I will be posting pictures soon.
Weekly Wisdom: Clean as much as you can in your 2nd trimester. I get worn out pretty easily these days.

Week 27! (3rd Trimester)

Your baby is as hefty as a head of cauliflower, weighing in at almost 2 pounds. (Length: about 14 1/2 inches.)This week, your baby weighs almost 2 pounds (like a head of cauliflower) and is about 14 1/2 inches long with her legs extended. She's sleeping and waking at regular intervals, opening and closing her eyes, and perhaps even sucking her fingers. With more brain tissue developing, your baby's brain is very active now. While her lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with a lot of medical help — if she were to be born now. Chalk up any tiny rhythmic movements you may be feeling to a case of baby hiccups, which may be common from now on. Each episode usually lasts only a few moments, and they don't bother her, so just relax and enjoy the tickle.

How far along? 27 weeks and 2 days
Maternity clothes? Hum..the dress in this week’s picture is not maternity.

Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!
Sleep: sleep is good but it is starting to get a little uncomfortable and I wake up more often that I did.

Best moment this week: We finally decided on a crib and bought it! We also started childbirth classes.
Movement: I feel the most movement during the morning and when it's time for bed. I love to see little baby Winter moving around in there. It is so amazing.
Food cravings: Nothing this week.
Gender: Not sure.
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out? Still an innie

What I miss: Nothing except the sleep thing. Just when I get comfortable I have to pee.
What I am looking forward to: Receiving our car seat in the mail. My mom is awesome!!

Weekly Wisdom: To enjoy the time with your husband before baby comes:-)

First, I can't believe that we have entered the third and last trimester! It seems like yesterday when we found out!!

We started our Childbirth classes last Wed. They will last for another four weeks. We've been getting advice from family/friends that everything you learn in childbirth class goes out the window when you're actually in labor. That may be the case, but it's nice to just go to the classes to learn and spend time with Adam. Most of the stuff in the class I have read in books, but it's nice to see Adam so interested. I love when he tells me to do my daily "kegal" exercise!! I really don't think he knows what they are:-)

Here are a few pictures of Adam putting together the crib late Sunday night:

Week 27 and 2 day picture .....i look huge today!! In person I promise my "bump" is not that big. Must be the angle since taking pictures alone is not easy...which is why my head is also cut off.

Week 26!

Your baby is as tall as an English hothouse cucumber and weighs about 1 2/3 pounds. (Length: 14 inches, head to heel.) The network of nerves in your baby's ears is better developed and more sensitive than before. He may now be able to hear both your voice and your partner's as you chat with each other. He's inhaling and exhaling small amounts of amniotic fluid, which is essential for the development of his lungs. These so-called breathing movements are also good practice for when he's born and takes that first gulp of air. And he's continuing to put on baby fat. He now weighs about a pound and two-thirds and measures 14 inches (an English hothouse cucumber) from head to heel. If you're having a boy, his testicles are beginning to descend into his scrotum — a trip that will take about two to three days.

How far along? 26 weeks

Maternity clothes? Sure are!
Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!

Sleep: sleep is good
Best moment this week: Adam took me outer island for the weekend. He is oh so sweet! We had a blast!

Movement: I feel the most movement during the morning and when it's time for bed.

Food cravings: Anything that is not healthy!

Gender: Not sure.

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? Still an innie
What I miss: Nothing!

What I am looking forward to: Our next sonogram
Weekly Wisdom: To enjoy the time with your husband before baby comes:-)

Week 26 Belly Pic!

Week 25!

How your baby's growing:

Head to heels, your baby now measures about 13 1/2 inches. Her weight — a pound and a half — isn't much more than an average rutabaga, but she's beginning to exchange her long, lean look for some baby fat. As she does, her wrinkled skin will begin to smooth out and she'll start to look more and more like a newborn. She's also growing more hair — and if you could see it, you'd now be able to discern its color and texture.

How far along? 25 weeks (and 2 days)

Maternity clothes? Yes..see the dress I am wearing, it makes me look ten times bigger than I really am.

Stretch marks? None and I am praying that it stays that way for a while.

Sleep: No issues.

Best moment this week: Spending time with Adam and Makua on the beach:-)

Food cravings: None really

Gender: Not sure

Labor Signs: Nope

Belly Button in or out? I think it will be flat in a few weeks, it looks a little different each day.

What I miss: Nothing...I love being pregnant right now!

What I am looking forward to: Cleaning out guest room..still....

Weekly Wisdom: To just enjoy pregnancy.
Milestones: Ivve had lots of people asking me when I am due and/or what I am going to have. I love to see the reactions when I tell them we are waiting....

Week 25 (and 2 day) Belly Picture

Here is a picture of my other baby, Makua!