Easter weekend was nice and relaxing. And we had beautiful weather to boot! Jim and I spent the early afternoon downtown with his family enjoying an awesome buffet brunch. We then came home and took a little nap and relaxed for the rest of the day. Can't beat a day like that!
As for my family, I went over and visited my mom this afternoon and she had this cute surprise for me:
Easter baskets! One for Jim and I, the other for her little grand-baby ;)
Here was ours. It had lots of silly toys, chocolates and other fun candy.
And here was baby girl's basket. It also had candy it (for mom and dad, hehe) as well as a cute little easter plate for her to put carrots and lettuce on for the Easter bunny in a couple years. We also got a little stuffed lamb and the cutest pair of bunny booties!
How fun. My mom is awesome!
In other news, we have decided to do a 360 on the way we eat. After watching a very disturbing yet informative documentary called "
Food, Inc.", we've decided to switch up to eating more healthy, organic foods. I also read a book given to me by Jim's mom called "
In Defense of Food" by Michael Pollan that pretty much coincided with the movie (he was actually interviewed in the movie as well) and it was just a real eye opener. So here's to eating more veggies and less processed so-called "food" and just adapting a healthier life style free of ingesting chemicals at alarming rates!
Day 1 has been quite successful in the change. We had a great steak dinner with a veggie platter and baked potato. We don't know if it's mental or what, but that steak just tasted great seasoned with a little salt and pepper. I've prepped some big salads for us to take for lunches as well as some fresh fruit. Not too bad!
Lastly, let's finish off with a survey. It's been awhile for one of those!!
How far along? 34 weeks 5 days
How big is Baby? About 5 lbs, 20 inches (according to "What to Expect" website)
Total weight gain/loss: Oh boy....Doc says it is all good, but I hate thinking about it. Probably at around 30ish l.bs
Maternity clothes? Still wearing pre-preg shirts. Haven't bought anything since the shower dress. At this point going to keep making do with what I got!
Stretch marks? Stretch marks are here and taking over. Got a nice band of them around the lower abdomen to add to the collection. Ohs well ;)
Sleep: Sleep is okay. Not great, but not terrible. Toss and turn a lot (which takes a lot of work for a big ol' pregnant woman). Up at least once a night to take a tinkle.
Best moment this week: Just had my checkup this afternoon and baby is contently head down and everything is looking good!
Movement: Lots of movement. She likes to twist and turn and jab the crap out of my right side. But I love it!
Food cravings: Not much going on. Just like to eat!
Gender: Girl
Labor Signs: An occasional "Braxton Hicks" contraction which is a tightening of the belly and getting the body prepared for real labor. But nothing real, which at this time is good! She needs a few more weeks yet.
Belly Button in or out? Belly button still an innie!
What I am looking forward to: Honestly, having this baby! My body isn't the most comfortable anymore. Got lots of heartburn, back pains and rib pains. We are more than prepared physically for her arrival (mentally...not sure, haha!)
Milestones: If baby decides to make her arrival....she is pretty much free to come! The doctors won't do anything aggressive to stop her although we would really rather wait at least 2 more weeks for that! Only 37 days until my due date!!!
Pictures of the week (last two weeks):
