I can't believe we started the third trimester! It's been a journey, but it still doesn't seem like our sweet little girl will be in our arms in just a few short weeks. The 28th week started off with a bang: I was diagnosed with the flu on Thursday. After coming home from the doctor and the pharmacy, I had a fever of 102. I turned on the heater to try and warm up, and it set off the smoke alarms. I made a 911 call to Troy, and he immediately headed home. After Tamiflu, Tylenol, Phenergan, and lots of rest, I am finally able to hold my head up and breath normally. The cough is still persistent, but I have a feeling it will hang around for a while.
As for AHB, she's a trooper. She is moving and kicking everyday and doesn't seem to be phased by the coughing too much. She's a bit more subdued than normal because of the medicines, but she's still active.
We started appointments every two weeks at this last appointment. We'll do every 2 for 8 weeks, then it's once a week or more until her arrival. I can't believe it's almost time. I know I keep saying that, but it's truly surreal.
Ok... so in the past ten weeks, things have happened... here's the 28 week update:
How far along? 28 weeks and counting
Total weight gain? 23 pounds
Maternity clothes? Yep... all the way. I prefer pajamas, but they're not appropriate for all social scenarios or work.
Stretch marks? Nope... none yet.
Sleep? It's sporadic, but anything I can get, I'm thankful for.
Best moment this week? Setting and confirming all of our remaining appointments!
Movement? All the time... she's going to be a mover and a shaker!
Food cravings? Nothing specific... I am still craving salty.
Food aversions? Pasta sauce
Gender? GIRL!!
Labor signs? Nope... that's a good thing!
Symptoms? Runny nose... all the time. It won't stop.
Wedding rings on or off? On
Happy or Moody? Happy... Moody. It depends, but I try to stay on the happy side.
Looking forward to... going to Mississippi this weekend to see friends and family for Christmas! I can't wait for everyone to feel her kicking around.
