How far along? 26 weeks
Total weight gain/loss? 15 pounds total (2 pounds this week)
How big is baby? Size of lettuce. The Bump says the baby could be interfering with my sleep, messing with your brain (forgetfulness), and giving me a stress headache! The last two are true for me. I sleep fine once I actually get into bed. It said I could also be experiencing some swelling. I’m so glad I read that because I noticed my ankles are swelling just slightly. I was freaking out until I read this. Also said eyelashes are formed. And that I could start to feel Braxton Hicks contractions…whoa! Nothing like that yet for me. I did get them with B so I know what they feel like, but they were much later.
Stretch marks? No.
Sleep? The same as last week.
Fitness? No and I really need to. Got my first leg cramp yesterday. And out of breath after going up a flight of stairs.
Best moment this week? Is it bad that I’m struggling to answer this? I love seeing him move around! I love him!
Miss anything? Energy, smaller boobs, no heartburn.
Food cravings? Sugar.
Anything making you queasy or sick? I think sugar is too much for me right now, which doesn’t help that I want it…stomach feels a bit full and sick after eating too much.
Current Symptoms? Heartburn and let’s just say my body is really getting ready to feed baby (without getting TMI).
Belly button in or out? I think I should officially say it’s more outward, especially after a meal.
Wedding rings on or off? Off…I can still wear them, but since I had a little bit of swelling I decided to take them off (last time they got stuck).
Mood? Tired!
I am so glad I found your blog. You look great for 26 weeks!! I am 32 weeks tomorrow and am starting to swell up! Ahh! This is my first so it is all new to me!
Thank you Sarah! The good news about swelling is it goes away within the first month and tends to be a huge part of your weight gain/loss…at least for me it was. I felt SUPER skinny after my swelling went away. 🙂
My husband and I are trying for baby #2 and I was just wondering how your budget is adjusting to baby #2? Love your blog!!!!
So far, it's pretty much the same. We sold everything that was in the guest room to pay for everything we wanted for new baby. All big expenses will stay the same (no daycare, insurance will stay, etc), but we definitely will have some more costs once he's born (diapers, nursing supplies, clothes, etc). Even though it's another boy, I bought everything gender neutral that another baby would use. We're putting away some money now (tax refund and extra income) for the summer months when baby gets here and my shop will be closed a while and hubby is not doing extra jobs.