28 Weeks

I cannot believe I have 12 weeks left until our arrival. It is so very exciting and scary all at the same time. I had my monthly check up yesterday and everything is going very well. The baby’s heart rate is normal, the measurement of my belly is normal and my weight gain is within the recommended range. Next week I get to have some blood work done to check for gestational diabetes. I have to say I am not looking forward to that. First, I hate needles and I am hoping there is a good phlebotomist on that day. I have to drink this syrup like beverage, wait an hour and have more blood drawn. I don’t really tolerate supper sweet foods/beverages very well, so I am hoping to keep it all down or else we have to start the whole process over again. On top of that, I get to receive a shot of Rhogam in the tushie because of my blood type. Terrified!!! That is all I have to say…Terrified. I am looking forward to an ultrasound; however, that will happen closer to the end of the pregnancy.
I also talked about my concern of labor and how scared I am of the process that is to come. I wanted to get some information of different kinds of pain management. Of course, I get emotional about it because I am scared. My doctor was so wonderful. He was very reassuring and helped me feel more confident.
Overall, I am feeling pretty good. I just got over a cold. That was no fun. When you are sneezing and coughing with a big belly that gives no leave way, it can be very uncomfortable and at times hurt from the straining. Thankfully, it only lasted a couple of days. One of the best things to use while you are pregnant and/or have a cold is the breathe right strips. They open up your pathways so you can breathe throughout the night getting a good nights rest.
David and I have been planning to put an extension to the house, so we have an upstairs that will include a master bedroom, a baby’s room, full bathroom, and bonus room. We have the plans drawn up and are looking into what the cost will be. Hopefully we can start our project in May. I am really looking forward to the end result.