I'm 31 weeks pregnant. This is exciting, but extremely terrifying at the same time. In nine weeks or less (technically he could be late, but hopefully not! and if he is late then I hope he comes after the 29th of June. Allison Krauss and union station are coming to edgefield and I would love to go ;)


It is weird to think that this pregnancy is almost over. Next monday I will be 8 months pregnant!
So far, I have gained about 18lbs, and I have started getting stretch marks. As long as my belly gets flat again i will be happy :) I'm trying to be strict (not eating junk/fatty/buttery foods until after he is born.) but I let myself indulge occasionally.

cravings I have been having:
-powdered sugar donuts from Donut World
-mini butterfinger blizzards
-french toast
-sub sandwiches from Sargo's.
-Tangelos.

the only cravings I have really given into are the blizzards (I havent had one in 3 weeks though.), tangelos and a few subs from sargos.

Pregnancy symptoms/side effects:
-EXTREME low back pain.
-Anemia.
-Nausea from taking iron to help get rid of anemia.
- fatigue
-insomnia
-Braxton hicks contractions. If Im doing too much physical movement (like too much walking) I start getting contractions. So, I have to take it easy, although that is much easier said than done!

It sounds like I'm miserable, but its really not that bad. I'm very lucky because I don't have to be working and I can relax whenever needed. The hardest part of my pregnancy has been the last 6 weeks, just not being able to be with Matt has been the hardest thing. Although I would rather have him home, I know this is only making us stronger as individuals which in turn helps strengthen our marriage. I love Matthew so very much and I'm thankful for his dedication to provide for his family.