30 Weeks!

(Don't mind the piece of hair sticking out of my head! I noticed it when I uploaded the picture. Haha!)

Size of baby: Our little guy is about 15.2 inches long and almost 3 pounds (about the size of a cucumber). That's crazy! 

Symptoms: I'm starting to feel more uncomfortable while I'm sitting... I'm almost more comfortable sitting on the floor, sometimes. I get "winded" more often, as well (shortness of breath), when I'm sitting down. However, I'm so thankful that I've been relatively comfortable, thus far! My skin is starting to clear up which is awesome. Last trimester, it was awful... hormones! I'm definitely more clumsy. I drop things a lot easier and I run into things, a lot. However, I'm yet to slip on the ice (hopefully that will never happen!)!

Weight gain: Still 25 pounds. I didn't gain any weight between my last two appointments (between weeks 28 and 30). I have to admit that I was a little glad/relieved to see a break in the weight gain department. :) My doctor assured me, however, that there is no need to be concerned about not gaining weight. I'm doing just fine. ;)

Maternity clothes: Still wearing all maternity clothes (except for a few longer tank tops). Because my tummy is SO different than my last pregnancy, some of my maternity clothes are fitting differently, too. Certain shirts that I wore up until delivery are barely covering my belly! I'm caring so low and out in front (as opposed to higher and wider with T). It's so interesting. I have noticed, though, that they are making maternity shirts a lot longer, these days, which has been great for my situation. :)

Movement: He's still moving like crazy! The nurse said that he'll most likely be positioning himself out of "breech position" soon. Honestly, I think he might of switched, today. Ever since this morning, he's been moving non stop!

Because I had an emergency cesarean section with Tatum, B and I knew that we would have to make the decision, this time around, whether or not we wanted a repeat c section or a vbac (fortunately, my two doctors are willing to do either). After a lot of talking, praying, asking questions, and doing a ton of research, we feel completely at peace with having a repeat/planned c section. I know that it can be a very controversial subject (just like so many other parenting decisions), and initially I was kind of afraid of what other people would think about our decision. However, we really feel good about it, and are so supported by our friends and family.... which we are so thankful for. At my most recent appointment, I asked my doctor a ton of questions regarding the planned c section. She was so calm and helpful... it made me feel so at ease. (Even though I've done it before, going into surgery... awake!!!... still freaks me out). However, I know that the God of all comfort will get all the glory in this situation! All glory to Him! :)

28 Weeks (Hello, 3rd Trimester!)!

Size of baby: Our baby is about 14.8 inches long and weighs about 2.5 pounds (about the size of a Chinese cabbage... I have no idea what that is, but that's what babycenter.com said!). It's crazy that when T was born, she was only 5 inches longer than the size of our son right now!
Symptoms: I can't think of any "new" symptoms. I'm still feeling large and in charge. My belly is growing so much more "out" compared to my pregnancy with T. I carried her a lot higher and wider. If we wouldn't have found out the sex ahead of time, B and I would totally know that this one is a boy!
I'm still not sleeping very well. Once I fall asleep, I do fine. However, once a wake up, I'm up for good. It's takes me forever to get comfortable and go back to sleep.
Weight gain: 25 lbs. Normally, I wouldn't be too happy about this because I had a set amount of what I wanted to gain during this pregnancy. However, I have shifted my mindset away from numbers to focus on eating what's healthy and getting some exercise for our little boy. Plus, I've been benefiting, as well. I feel much better during this pregnancy because I've been exercising... go figure. ;)
Maternity clothes: I'm officially out of all of my non maternity jeans. :) I still wear non maternity, stretchy tank tops, but the rest is all maternity!
Movement: This guy is strong! There are many times where I feel him on both sides of my stomach... like he's trying to get out. He just doesn't like to be contained. :) I know that he's going to be a busy little guy once he's finally here. I have asked, many times, if T would like to feel her baby brother move in Mommy's tummy. Every time, she politely declines. It must not be as exciting for her as it is for her Mommy and Papa.

It's crazy to think that baby de Waard will be here in less than 3 months! We're so excited! I've been brushing up on my baby book reading, and it's slowly all coming back! He will be here before we know it.