37 weeks

Well according to some of my apps, 37 weeks marks being full term. The other says 37 is early term and 39 is full term. So whatever that means! We are getting excited for Harper to join our ranks. Some days go slow, some go fast, but we are "ready" as we will ever be I think. 

How far along:

37 weeks along :)

Size of baby:
A winter melon or honey dew melon. Over 6 lbs and 19-21 inches. I'm assuming less than that for height but the weight is probably correct!  

Total Weight Gain:
I officially hit 26 lbs as of yesterday. I wanted to be between 25-35 so I'm happy with it, especially since it's mostly my belly. I've definitely gained some weight in my face and a little in my hips, but overall I think it's mainly my belly. 

Stretch Marks:  

Today is kind of a rough self esteem day for me. I can tell myself all I want that I don't mind them, but of course they bother me. Worth it? Absolutely. But it doesn't make me feel better about them lol. They have now grown from a few on my belly to all over my belly. I've used oil and lotion basically the whole pregnancy, I guess my belly grew super fast over the last 2 weeks (there were none on my belly just on my sides before that) which makes sense because she has absolutely grown a ton. I just try to remember that it's worth it and that Bryce loves me no matter what and that while they will always be here, they will fade. A lot of people get them all over their legs and chest so I really am grateful that they are mainly on my belly. The thing is, the bathing suits I SHOULD be wearing will cover the scars, and maybe it'll help motivate me to be more modest at the pool ;) either way, she has done most of her growing so I think that this is as bad as it'll get, just a little worse. 

Movement:   

She seriously beats me up sometimes. I get to the point where I have to fight her and push her out of my ribs and everything because she's so dang strong and causes some serious pain haha. 

Belly Button in or out?:
It is still "in" but has a rim like a lifesaver lol. The outskirts are a bit rolled! 

Sleep:
Sleeping is still good for the most part, just bad the night before appointments since I dream about the worst possible outcomes lol.  

What I miss:

My smoothe skin. That's selfish to say but I never appreciated it! 

Food Cravings:
I love snapples. And otter pops. 

Food Aversions:  

Still doing okay on that front. 

Nausea:
Friday night was miserable. I thought I had the stomach flu. My whole body started shaking because I felt like I needed to throw up. Of course me being stubborn, I wouldn't let it just happen. But I took a bath and Bryce said a prayer for me and I ended up sleeping through the entire night, which just doesn't happen (seriously I always have to use the bathroom at some point) so it was a huge blessing. 

Moody/Happy?
I am pretty happy, my body changes just make me get in a sad mood some times lol. 

Wedding ring on our off?

It is still on. It's hard to take off though. 

Symptoms: 

A big ol belly. I guess that's a sign haha. Back aches are happening along with cramping now, and braxton hicks are still working on preparing me for labor. 

Best Moment this week:
Finding out from the doctor that despite the fact that I'm apparently high risk since my ultrasound specialist recommended non stress tests the rest of my pregnancy, I can still deliver at the hospital of my choice :) 

Worst Moment this week:
I thought I had the stomach flu Friday night, I was getting awful cramping and contractions all Sunday, then Monday my stomach was having major gas issues and I was in so so so much pain. Luckily today is better hahaha. 

What I'm looking forward to:

39 weeks. I've decided she is definitely not coming early but when I hit 39 weeks I will be on maternity leave and plan to pamper myself a little bit before the little babe comes :) 

37 week bump!