28 Weeks and the Flu

Well... life got in the way, folks! Sorry I haven't updated in a while. Ok, it's been 10 weeks, but school and home have been super, super busy. I'm planning to post and get back on track every week until her sweet little arrival in 12 WEEKS!!

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.