The Presson Family

How far along? 31 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: lost approx. 6 in the beginning, so far have gained back about 10 lbs. - so 4 lbs. over pre-pregnancy weight....so far

Maternity clothes? Pants for sure, also using a Bella Band to wear over pre-preg pants (not very comfy)...still can wear some pre-preg tops.

Stretch marks? All over...YUCK!

Sleep: Miss being able to sleep comfortably

Best moment this week: Seeing my little one on a 3D Ultrasound...amazing!

Movement: making my belly move now, definately has sleep/wake patterns

Food cravings: Ummm...what am I not craving?? I love chicken chimichangas, oreos w/milk (of course), chips, oatmeal creme pies w/peanut butter (of course), soft tacos, chinese, pizza, anything really!

Gender: Boy...for sure!

Labor Signs: None

Belly Button in or out? Still in, getting shallower though

What I miss: Sleeping on my stomach

What I am looking forward to: Maternity leave with my baby boy

Weekly Wisdom: Don't worry about things which are out of your control. And enjoy being healthy! (Just getting over a bad cold) =(

Milestones: Only 9 weeks to go! 6 weeks till considered "full-term"...WOW!

Well, I'm 30 weeks along at this point. Only 10 weeks to go! I found out this week that to be considered "full-term" is at 37 weeks, so only 7 weeks until I could technically have Christian. CRAZY!!! I am starting to have trouble getting comfortable sleeping at night. With the help of 3 pillows, I usually fall asleep eventually. Even though I am getting up at least 3-4 times per night to go potty...but I guess that's getting me used to having to wake up multiple times per night.

Well...this week I had blood test done testing for Gestational Diabetes. I went in on Monday morning, after fasting for 12 hours. They took fasting blood, then had me drink a sugary fruit punch flavored liquid, wait an hour, then they took my blood again. The results came in on Tuesday, and my blood sugar was "slightly elevated"...therefore, I had to take a DIFFERENT blood test on Wednesday...this time I had to eat a "well-rounded" meal, and have blood drawn exactly 2 hours later. I got the results back today...and YAY! it came back just fine! =) Great news!!! They said to just watch my refined sugar intake to keep on the safe side. I'm so happy that I don't have gestational diabetes!

This past week the only new symptoms I've been experiencing are: swollen feet/ankles, occassional swollen hands, and a strange pain in my left hip when I walk...which I read is pretty common during this time during pregnancy. It's due to my hips expanding, preparing for child birth...lovely! Other than that, all is well...I will post some new baby belly pics within the next couple of days.