DH bought me a kiddie pool this week so that I can lounge around in our backyard and stay cool (it's been hot, hot, hot around here!). Unfortunately my dog claimed the pool before I could get in, but I'll try to keep her out as much as possible (she tracks dirt and dust from the yard right in). I also picked up a snazzy wheelchair from our local Red Cross (I'll post a pic later - forgot to get one). Last night my mom took me to Target and I did a nice big shop stocking up on supplies that are just hard to send a man to get (make-up remover, lotion, pads, etc.). It was great to be out and about for the first time in 3 weeks (apart from sitting in the car while DH does errands for me). I also finally started the second quilt for the babies. Here's a sneak peek!
Other than that, just a normal week around here! Oh, we did have a colossal failure with our plumbing over the weekend, just before friends arrived in town. It was a long weekend so the plumbing companies were charging double time and a half, so the 5 of us (and the dog) moved into my parents house since we couldn't use any running water. Fortunately, that got taken care of right away on Tuesday.
Here's my weekly update for all those interested in seeing.
Mood: Since my doctor's appointment last Monday, I have been feeling SOOOO much better! Not an ounce of anxiety, and I have actually been able to just enjoy my week and life again without worrying all the time.
Food: This week I have all of a sudden lost the desire to eat again. Sure, I am hungry, but absolutely nothing seems appealing! I'm trying to keep up the calories. Dr. Luke's book says that I need to gain another 13-15lbs in the next 3 weeks, but that is a lofty goal. I've hovered around the last 5lbs gained for quite a few weeks now. I tried to limit my sugar too, as I had my gestational diabetes screen this week, but somehow sugary foods seem to be what I am gravitating to (though they don't always make me feel good afterwards). I've been thirsty like crazy in this heat, so trying to drink up lots too. I'll have to start taking my Ensure drinks again to boost up calorie intake.
Sleep: Sleeping like a baby! I've only been waking up once in the night to pee (hallelujah!) but even then I have to force myself up because I am so. freaking. tired. I can't get by a whole day without a nap sometime in the middle.
Exercise: Even though I can't exercise, I am doing a 20-minute yoga video (found here) every night before bed. This really helps me unwind from the day and loosen up. I think that contributes to having a great night's sleep!
Body: No new aches and pains to report. I've had a few more small stretch marks on the side of my belly. Some days I have pretty bad ligament pain, and other days it is fine. I do notice it more after the times that I have pushed myself too much (walked around too much, done a lot of bending over, etc.) so I just try to take it easy and it usually goes away. I've been trying to figure out if I have braxton hicks, but I really don't know. It's usually only if I'm walking too much, or in cold water that my stomach seems to harden up. I don't really think I get them otherwise. When are they supposed to start again? I do feel like my hips and thighs are starting to get huge. So much that if I wear a skirt without tights, I am in trouble with this heat (chafing). My doctor actually prescribed me some cream due to a bit of a heat rash I have developed down there (sorry for TMI). Just saying...
Movement: The past few days the babies are starting to be more active throughout the day. I've had a few good jabs that have startled me. I love feeling them move!
What I miss: Going for walks in the cool evenings, drinking wine, eating sushi, going to the gym... but I'll be sure to catch up on all of that in a few months. Keeping these babies settled and healthy right now is good enough for me!
Notable Moments: I was lucky enough to get the experience of drinking the sickly sweet orange beverage for my gestational diabetes screen this week. Honestly, it really wasn't that bad. I pretended I was a kid again, drinking that orange McDonald's drink (remember that stuff?). It was super cold, so that probably helped a lot. We'll get my results at my next appointment.
Oh, and check out the bump pics for a limited release photo of me in a bikini with my baby bump!
we have a pool in our backyard very similar! I'm very impressed by the quilting abilities!
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