34 Week Recap

34 weeks!  34 weeks!  So glad to be at this point.  Of course, the longer we can keep going, the better, but this is such a huge milestone for me.  Maybe it's because I was born as a 34-weeker preemie, so it doesn't feel so scary to me.  We really are in the final countdown now, as it isn't likely we would go past 38 weeks.  Eeeek!  In this next month, we are going to have our babies!

Mood: Definitely more hormonal this week.  Just ask DH and he will confirm that. I've cried over ridiculous things, got mad at him for dumb things, and been anxious in general.  Whew!  Add in feeling homesick, a bit lonely, and transitioning out of the hospital and I've been a sweet mess (maybe I'll write more on the emotions later on). Fortunately, DH is taking it in stride and keeps telling me he loves me just the same.

Food: Suddenly my stomach has stopped working.  Okay, maybe it's been pushed out of the way and flattened into a pancake, but I just can't seem to eat!  It's so disappointing because I'm out of the hospital and just want to eat all sorts of things... but I literally take 5 bites and I'm full.  Also nothing really sounds or tastes good to me right now.  And it is Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend.  Guess I won't be enjoying my turkey this year.

Body: Hmm... where to begin!  I think this past week has been the toughest on my body so far.  My belly is so heavy.  I have terrible pelvic pain that goes down through my crotch and into my inner thighs.  The nighttime seems to be the worse and I flip positions a million times at night and have to prop myself up with all sorts of pillows (in addition to now getting up to pee 3-4x per night).  My bowels are all over the place (including the start of the dreaded "H" word, which I won't expand on at this point).  The stretch marks are coming out all over.  I am just uncomfortable all over!  But, I still love the look of my growing belly and it fascinates me every time I see it.

Movement: I thought these babies would be running out of room in there, but it turns out less space = more violent movements.  At least that is how it feels on the outside.  Jabs and pokes and limbs all over the place!  I do love it, but there are times it does just hurt.  I think I have been having more braxton hicks lately too.  The time is drawing nearer...

Notable Moments: Being discharged from the hospital!  Reaching 34 weeks.

Countdown: So, now the question goes out to you... how much longer do YOU think these babies will stay in here for?  Now that we have reached this point, I have no idea whether to expect them in the next week, or whether they will stay put a bit longer.  I'd love to hear your guesses!