34 weeks

How far along? 34 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss: 13 pounds -- from the scale at the doctors office

Emotions: We have had an amazing break this past week. We went to Georgia for a few days and celebrated Christmas and our new baby with family and friends. We had two Christmases and two baby showers. Needless to say, we were spoiled. It was SO nice to travel home and spend time with our loved ones. I have also enjoyed Jeffrey being home SO much! I do not want him to go back to Kansas. 

What are we most excited about next: Our little girls room is coming along nicely. We ordered our crib and have washed all of her sheets and clothes. I am excited to see everything in her room come together. 

What are we least excited about: January... can we just skip those long 31 days? 

What I miss: Being able to tie my own shoes and bending over without wanting to die. I miss doing normal, everyday tasks without running out of breath. 

Movement: She is my little dancer. Every time music comes on or I sing (which is always) baby girl gets really active. Maybe she will be in musicals like her mommy! I would love to perform in a few shows with my daughter! 

Belly button: still an innie, but we are close to being flat. 

Size: Baby Nelly is the size of a pineapple. She weights a little over 4-5 pounds! 

How I’m feeling: I am feeling all the emotions. I am excited to meet our sweet baby girl, scared for the upcoming labor and delivery, nervous about being a mom, and overwhelmed with everything we still need to get prepared. All and all, I cannot wait to do what God intended me to do and give our family the gift of a new life. 

Sickness: I am having terrible back pain. I cannot stand very long or I get bad pains up and across my lower back. My legs have also started going numb after a while which is pretty uncomfortable. 

Cravings:

• Peanut butter
• Sour candy or jelly beans 

Aversions: 

• Dairy

• Spicy foods 

Physical changes: 

• My bump is getting bigger and is VERY noticeable. I love all her shifts and movements which can be seen through my clothes now.  

Workout: We walked the beach and stores a few times... does that count? 

We have baby girls heart and kidney check up on December 29! I pray everything looks healthy and strong. I also hope we can get some good pictures of her. After the 29th of December, I will begin going to see my doctor every other week. Let the count down begin!!!