Baby #2 update: Week 38

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 38 weeks

Total weight gain: 27.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 147.5)

Sleep: My poor husband is woken up at least every hour by my tossing/turning and getting up to pee. It's no fun for me either, but I'm used to it by now.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, sweets, cereal & milk, fruit, waffles

Food aversions: None

Symptoms: Some Braxton Hicks contractions, starving all the time no matter how much I eat, really thirsty, a little swelling in my feet, a bit tired. Feeling pretty good for the most part.

Movement: Not as much as previous weeks, but I guess it's to be expected that she's pretty stuck in there.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Getting last minute things done, then relaxing until she gets here.

What I miss: Sleeping through the night, not having to pee every 10 minutes, feeling comfortable when sitting

Best moment this week: Getting our hospital bags packed and freezer stocked

Spoiler alert! Lyla was born at 38 weeks 1 day, so the photo above (taken about 24 hours before her birth) was the last weekly photo for this pregnancy. I'll be putting up her birth story and more photos soon :)

Baby #2 update: Week 37

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 37 weeks

Total weight gain: 26 lbs (Started around 120, currently 146 -- I gained 2.5 pounds this week :( I've been starving and eating almost every hour and it's usually not fruits & veggies. lol)

Sleep: I still toss & turn all night and am up every few hours to pee. But I'm pretty used to it at this point & feel fine when I'm up for the day at 6 or 7.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, sweets, cereal & milk, carbs, strawberries, ice cream, waffles

Food aversions: None at the moment

Symptoms: Some Braxton Hicks contractions, starving all the time no matter how much I eat, really thirsty, my feet just started swelling yesterday.

Movement: She's definitely running out of room since she doesn't move around as much as she used to.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Packing our hospital bags, stocking our fridge/freezer, hopefully decorating the nursery a little more

What I miss: Sleeping through the night, not having to pee every 10 minutes, normal size feet

Best moment this week: Getting the car seat installed and hearing the baby's strong heartbeat at my appointment this morning

Baby #2 update: Week 36

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 36 weeks

Total weight gain: 23.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 143.5 -- I had gained an extra 10 pounds by this time during my 1st pregnancy. I'm really surprised I don't weigh more given how much junk I've been eating lately!)

Sleep: I still toss & turn all night and am wide awake around 6 every morning.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, sweets, cereal & milk, carbs, fruit, ice cream

Food aversions: Spicy stuff gives me bad heartburn, but it doesn't stop me from eating it

Symptoms: Some Braxton Hicks contractions, heartburn, starving all the time no matter how much I eat, headaches.

Movement: She's been pretty mellow this past week, but definitely lets me know she's doing just fine in there by all the thumping around she does a few times a day :)

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Decorating Lyla's room, getting her car seat installed, stocking the freezer

What I miss: Free time, sleeping through the night, not feeling so uncomfortable in clothes

Best moment this week: Bringing all the baby stuff in from the garage and getting it set up in the house.

Baby #2 update: Week 35

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 35 weeks

Total weight gain: 22.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 142.5)

Sleep: My new wake-up time seems to be 5:30. I guess it's good since it gives me time to get stuff done while the boys are sleeping. I still switch from side to side every few hours, plus have to get up a few times a night to pee.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, sweets, carbs, fruit, chips, ice cream

Food aversions: Spicy stuff gives me bad heartburn, but it doesn't stop me from eating it

Symptoms: Some Braxton Hicks contractions, heartburn, starving all the time no matter how much I eat, headaches. I'm actually feeling really good for being only a month from my due date. I remember being really swollen & exhausted the last few months with my 1st pregnancy, but no cankles for me (yet!)

Movement: She's been pretty mellow this past week, but definitely lets me know she's doing just fine in there by all the thumping around she does a few times a day :)

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Packing our hospital bags and bringing in the swing, bouncer & all the other fun stuff we haven't seen since our son was a baby

What I miss: Free time, sleeping through the night, not feeling so uncomfortable in clothes

Best moment this week: The nursery finally got painted! Woohoo! We got the crib put together, moved the glider & changing table into the nursery and got everything organized. I also washed all Lyla's newborn clothes and am feeling so much more prepared now! All that's really left for her room is to decorate :)

Baby #2 update: Week 34

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 34 weeks

Total weight gain: 21.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 141.5 -- I've been eating carbs like they're going out of style, which is showing on the scale)

Sleep: I switch from side to side every few hours, plus have to get up a few times a night to pee.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, sweets, carbs

Food aversions: I'm doing ok with most foods, but cereal & milk are starting to give me indigestion again :(

Symptoms: Sore hips, some Braxton Hicks contractions, heartburn

Movement: Still kicking and moving a ton.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Putting together baby girl's new crib and (hopefully) getting the nursery started finally. Surprise, surprise, the nursery still hasn't been painted! I am tired of waiting around on other people and I'm ready to knock someone's head off. Pregnancy rage is real, y'all, watch out!

What I miss: Free time, sleeping through the night, not feeling so uncomfortable in clothes

Best moment this week: Picking out a name finally!! We settled on Lyla, but still need to figure out a middle name.

Baby #2 update: Week 33

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 33 weeks

Total weight gain: 19.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 139.5)

Sleep: I toss and turn most nights, plus get up at least twice to pee, so the sleep hasn't been all the great this week.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, strawberries with yogurt & granola, salad

Food aversions: I'm doing ok with most foods, but cereal & milk are starting to give me indigestion again :(

Symptoms: Sore hips, some Braxton Hicks contractions, heartburn

Movement: Still kicking and moving a ton.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Seeing my little sister graduate high school tomorrow :) And shooting a full-day wedding on Saturday. The last wedding I took photos at was when I was 6 weeks pregnant with my son.

What I miss: Free time, sleeping through the night, not feeling so uncomfortable in clothes

Best moment this week: Scheduling my last 5 doctor's appointments before baby gets here (!!)

Baby #2 update: Week 32

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 32 weeks

Total weight gain: 19.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 139.5)

Sleep: I wake up every few hours most nights, but I feel pretty rested in the mornings.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, Reese's Puffs cereal, strawberries, Mexican food

Food aversions: I'm doing ok with most foods.

Symptoms: Sore hips/inner thighs (to the point where I feel like a 90 year old lady some days), some Braxton Hicks contractions, really thirsty

Movement: Kicking and moving a ton.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Working on the nursery, deep cleaning the house

What I miss: Free time, sleeping through the night, not feeling so uncomfortable in clothes

Best moment this week: We finally got the office (soon-to-be nursery) completely cleared out. My husband swears the room will get painted in the next week, but he's said that before & nothing happened. Fingers crossed that this finally happens so I can start decorating & organizing the room!!

Baby #2 update: Week 31

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 31 weeks

Total weight gain: 18 lbs (Started around 120, currently 138 -- I had gained an extra 9 pounds at 31 weeks the last time around!)

Sleep: I wake up every few hours most nights, but I feel pretty rested in the mornings.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Water, ice cream, sweets, Reese's Puffs cereal, apples

Food aversions: I'm doing ok with most foods.

Symptoms: Sore hips, a little tired some days. These last few weeks have been really good overall, though. I have my energy back, my heartburn has stayed away and I'm feeling good for the most part.

Movement: She's been pretty mellow this week, but is usually busiest at night.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Working on the nursery, bbq season, deep cleaning the house

What I miss: Free time, sleeping through the night

Best moment this week:  Nothing in particular stands out. Just making it another week is reason to celebrate :)

Baby #2 update: Week 30

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 30 weeks

Total weight gain: 17.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 137.5 -- I had gained an extra 9 pounds at 30 weeks the last time around!)

Sleep: I wake up every few hours most nights, but I feel pretty rested in the mornings.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Sweets, waffles with yogurt & strawberries, salad, water, ice cream

Food aversions: I'm doing ok with most foods.

Symptoms: Backaches, a few charley horses, a little tired some days. This week has been really good overall, though. I have my energy back, my heartburn has stayed away and I'm feeling good for the most part.

Movement: She's been pretty mellow this week, but is usually busiest at night.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Getting the nursery painted (I hope within the next week!), enjoying this beautiful warm weather, getting a theme/color scheme picked out for the nursery

What I miss: Free time, not craving sweets 24/7

Best moment this week: Potty training my son. We knew we didn't want 2 kids in diapers at the same time, so we took the plunge yesterday and so far, he's doing awesome! He's spent the last 2 days without a diaper during the day and hasn't had a single accident. We also haven't left the house at all, but I'm hoping it goes ok once we finally go out in public!

Baby #2 update: Week 29

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 29 weeks

Total weight gain: 17 lbs (Started around 120, currently 137 -- I'm blown away that I am 7.5 lbs less at week 29 than I was with my 1st pregnancy!)

Sleep: I've been sleeping pretty good these past few days. I still wake up earlier than I'd like, but it's not too bad.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Veggies & dip, sweets, juice, crackers

Food aversions: I'm doing ok with most foods.

Symptoms: Loss of energy, backaches, shortness of breath, tired

Movement: She's been pretty mellow this week, but is usually busiest at night.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Mother's Day, continuing to clear out the future nursery (ugh, it's been months now!), warm weather

What I miss: Having lots of energy, not craving sweets 24/7

Best moment this week: It's a tie between visiting family in Michigan and finding out I passed my glucose test! (I had gestational diabetes with baby #1 and was convinced I would have it again this time)

Baby #2 update: Week 27

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 27 weeks

Total weight gain: 15 lbs (Started around 120, currently 135)

Sleep: Still good for now (for the most part)

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Candy, fruit, potatoes, apples & peanut butter, cereal & strawberries

Food aversions: Sweets are making me feel a bit sick, but I can eat most other things

Symptoms: The heartburn is back with a vengeance :( I've been getting tired easily, appetite isn't as big as usual, tingly feet (not swollen yet though, yay!)

Movement: Baby's kicks are getting really strong. She's been quite active this week.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: We're going to Michigan on Friday to visit my brother/sis-in-law and I'm SO excited!

What I miss: Having lots of energy, sunshine

Best moment this week: Having Easter dinner with my family & watching Oliver hunt for Easter eggs was a lot of fun :)

Baby #2 update: Week 26

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 26 weeks

Total weight gain: 13.5 lbs (Started around 120, currently 133.5 -- with baby #1, I was up 19 pounds by this point, so I guess I'm eating healthier & being more active this time)

Sleep: Same as usual. I'm getting up once a night to pee and wake up several times to switch sides.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts, with a few maternity ones thrown in.

Food cravings: Sour cream on everything, cole slaw, salad, fruit, chocolate,

Food aversions: My heartburn has almost gone away this week, so I must be eating the right things?

Symptoms: I've been feeling really good this week for the most part. I'm a little tired if I'm on my feet too long, my skin is super dry and I have a craving for any and all sweets. lol

Movement: Baby's kicks are getting really strong. She's been quite active this week.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: We're going to Michigan next week to visit my brother/sis-in-law and I'm SO excited! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that our son is good on the plane. lol

What I miss: Not being hungry all the time, free time, an organized house

Best moment this week: Finding a bunch of awesome maternity clothes super cheap at a big consignment sale (I spent $26 on jeans, a dress & 7 or 8 shirts)

Baby #2 update: Week 25

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 25 weeks

Total weight gain: 13 lbs (As of 23.5 week appointment - started around 120, last weigh-in was 133)

Sleep: Still switching sides a lot, but I've been able to sleep most of the night this week.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in mostly all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts.

Food cravings: French fries, Mexican food, fruit

Food aversions: Spicy stuff is giving me major heartburn, but it doesn't stop me from eating it. lol

Symptoms: Acid reflux/heartburn, backaches, headaches, tired in the afternoons, out of breath easily.

Movement: Still pretty active at night, mellow during the day.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Getting the office painted, narrowing down a name, decorating

What I miss: Not getting instant heartburn the second I take a bite of something

Best moment this week: Playing in the sunshine with my husband and son :)

Baby #2 update: Week 24

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 24 weeks

Total weight gain: 13 lbs (As of 23.5 week appointment - started around 120, last weigh-in was 133)

Sleep: I'm tossing and turning a lot at night to get comfortable, but have been able to sleep good most nights. (except last night when I was wide awake from 1:30-6am. Ugh!)

Maternity Clothes: I'm in mostly all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts.

Food cravings: Salad, clementines, candy, spicy foods, anything with sour cream on it

Food aversions: It seems that most foods are giving me acid reflux/heartburn again.

Symptoms: Super dry skin, really bad backaches, acid reflux/heartburn, really thirsty.

Movement: Baby girl has been kicking up a storm this past week. She's been mellow for a while, so it feels strange to have her so active now.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: (Same as usual) Figuring out a name for this little girl and getting the office cleared out so we can start working on the nursery.

What I miss: Time to get stuff done; free time; warm weather

Best moment this week: Friday's doctor's appointment. Baby is growing well and had a strong heartbeat, things that are always nice to be reassured of :)

Baby #2 update: Week 23

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 23 weeks

Total weight gain: 11 lbs (As of 21.5 weeks - started around 120, last weigh-in was 131; will get the official number at my appointment on Friday)

Sleep: It's been pretty good this week. I still toss & turn a lot at night, but it's been better than usual.

Maternity Clothes: I'm in mostly all maternity bottoms at this point, but am still wearing my regular shirts.

Food cravings: Chocolate, chips & salsa, anything spicy, salad, fruit, KFC (lol)

Food aversions: I'm having a hard time drinking water, which I really need to work on. Sweets still make me feel a bit sick.

Symptoms: Super dry skin; acid reflux; feet are starting to swell a bit; not as big of an appetite as before.

Movement: This baby is much more mellow than Oliver was. Maybe that's a good sign for the future? lol

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Figuring out a name for this little girl and getting the office cleared out so we can start working on the nursery.

What I miss: Time to get stuff done; not wanting to eat everything in sight; free time

Best moment this week: Oliver having a few play dates with his buddies :) (nothing baby-related this week that I can think of)

Baby #2 update: Week 22

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 22 weeks

Total weight gain: 11 lbs (As of 21.5 weeks when our broken scale randomly worked once - started around 120, last weigh-in was 131; will get the official number at my appointment next Friday)

Sleep: It's hit or miss. A few nights I was up at 3 or 4 and couldn't fall back asleep. The other nights I got semi-decent sleep.

Maternity Clothes: Still mostly living in pjs since Oliver & I don't get out much, but I'm wearing maternity jeans & leggings when we do leave the house.

Food cravings: I still can't seem to stay away from sweets :( But I'm also craving lots of fresh veggies, so I guess it evens out. lol. Strawberries on top of yogurt, salad, baked potatoes with sour cream & chives, pringles, juice.

Food aversions: Sweets still make me feel sick (but I still eat them). Cereal & milk gives me terrible indigestion.

Symptoms: A bit tired if I do too much in a day; backaches; feet are starting to swell a bit; not as big of an appetite as before.

Movement: Baby seems to be super active some days, then very still others.

Gender: GIRL!!

What I’m looking forward to: Figuring out a name for this little girl and getting the office cleared out so we can start working on the nursery.

What I miss: Time to get stuff done; a non-cluttered house

Best moment this week: Making progress getting the office closet cleared out. Settling on a paint color for the nursery.

Baby #2 update: Week 21

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 21 weeks

Total weight gain: 10.5 lbs (As of 19.5 week appointment - started around 120, last weigh-in was 130.5)

Sleep: We really need a new bed, so sleeping is becoming a bit of a challenge the bigger I get. (how sad that 2+ years later, we still haven't gotten a new bed!) I've been waking up at 4am and staying wide awake until 6. I'm not liking that at all :(

Maternity Clothes: Still mostly living in pjs since Oliver & I don't get out much, but I'm wearing maternity jeans & leggings when we do leave the house.

Food cravings: Sweets (even though I feel horrible after eating them, I can't help myself), chile & lime pringles (burns my mouth, but I can't stop eating them!), chips & salsa

Food aversions: I still can't do sweets (but I still eat them). Cereal & milk gives me terrible indigestion.

Symptoms: A bit tired if I do too much in a day; backaches; headaches; still hungry/thirsty a lot.

Movement: Baby is a kicking/punching machine at night and various times throughout the day.

Gender: We had our ultrasound yesterday and it's a GIRL!! We are so surprised and excited!

What I’m looking forward to: Figuring out a name for this little girl and getting the office cleared out so we can start working on the nursery.

What I miss: Time to get stuff done; a non-cluttered house

Best moment this week: Having my 1st ultrasound, seeing baby moving around like crazy and finding out it's a girl. Also, buying her first little outfits today was pretty exciting :)

Baby #2 update: Week 20

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 20 weeks

Total weight gain: 10.5 lbs (As of 19.5 week appointment - started around 120, last weigh-in was 130.5)

Sleep: We really need a new bed, so sleeping is becoming a bit of a challenge the bigger I get. (how sad that 2+ years later, we still haven't gotten a new bed!) I still toss & turn a lot and continue to have the weirdest dreams.

Maternity Clothes: Still mostly living in pjs since Oliver & I don't get out much, but I'm wearing maternity jeans & leggings when we do leave the house.

Food cravings: Sweets (even though I feel horrible after eating them, I can't help myself), veggies & ranch dip, pb&j sandwiches before bed

Food aversions: I still can't do sweets (but I still eat them). Cereal & milk gives me terrible indigestion.

Symptoms: A bit tired if I do too much in a day; face is breaking out a bit; still hungry/thirsty a lot.

Movement: Yes, baby has been moving a ton this week! (S)he is especially active at night when I'm in bed. 

Gender: We were supposed to find out on Thursday, but our ultrasound has been pushed back to April :(

What I’m looking forward to: Continuing to get the office cleaned out. Maybe start on some spring cleaning as well? Also, narrowing down baby names.

What I miss: Warm weather, an organized house, free time

Best moment this week: Derek & Oliver got to come to last week's check-up for the first time and they got to hear the heartbeat :)

Baby #2 update: Week 19

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 19 weeks

Total weight gain: 7 lbs (As of 15.5 week appointment - started around 120, last weigh-in was 127. I'll get an updated number on Friday. Yikes!)

Sleep: Still weird dreams, still waking up several times a night to turn over, but I'm getting good sleep for the most part.

Maternity clothes: Still mostly living in pjs since Oliver & I don't get out much, but I'm wearing maternity jeans & leggings when we do leave the house.

Food cravings: Pickles, chips & salsa (mixed with Hidden Valley ranch dip).

Food aversions: I still can't do sweets (but I still eat them occassionaly). Cereal & milk gives me terrible indigestion.

Symptoms: Sore feet/legs after walking long distances (already?! it's too soon for that!), always thirsty/hungry, backaches.

Movement: I've been feeling movement usually when I'm laying on my stomach or side to go to sleep.

Gender: We should be finding out next Thursday. I can't wait!!

What I’m looking forward to: Anatomy ultrasound in 8 days!

What I miss: Warm weather, an organized house, free time

Best moment this week: Getting the garage cleaned out on Sunday. It was a mess!

Baby #2 update: Week 18

(Anything that is bold below is an answer from the 1st time around that also applies to this pregnancy)

How far along: 18 weeks

Total weight gain: 7 lbs (As of 15.5 week appointment - started around 120, last weigh-in was 127)

Sleep: I've been having crazy dreams and still wake up several times a night, but it's going ok.

Maternity Clothes: Maternity leggings are awesome! As are maternity jeans that aren't so baggy in the back. I've been wearing more maternity tops as well just because they're new and comfy :)

Food cravings: Pickles, clementines chips & salsa.

Food aversions: Sweets still don't agree with me, but I eat them anyways at least once a day.

Symptoms: Headaches, sore feet/legs after walking long distances (already?! it's too soon for that!), always thirsty/hungry.

Movement: This is the 1st week that I've been feeling movement that I'm 100% sure is the baby :) It's usually when I'm laying on my stomach or side to go to sleep. 

Gender: Not sure.

What I’m looking forward to: Anatomy ultrasound in 15 days! Getting together with friends & family this weekend.

What I miss: Warm weather, an organized house, free time

Best moment this week: Brunch with my family last Sunday and feeling baby moving so much these past few days.