36 weeks and Something Sentimental

On one of my last trips to my parent's house, I was rooting through my closet and found these two blankets...MY blankies. The quilt was made by my Grandma Graber and the little white blankie was one my mom made for me. Actually, the story goes that I used to lift up her dress to find this silky slip and rub it between my fingers. To stop me from doing that, she just cut up her old slips to give to me. I would hold the slip in my hand, rub it on my nose, and suck my fingers to fall asleep. I'm happy to have saved these to pass along to my baby girl. In addition to these hand-me-downs, Miss Peter will get a new handmade quilt from Bryce's mom. Can't wait to see the finished product!

Here is what I'm looking like lately. It feels like that belly is really popping out now!

35 weeks

How far along: 35 weeks 2 days
Size of baby: About 5.5 lbs, 18.2 inches long (one website says the size of a cantaloupe!)
Movement: I feel lots of movement each day. Sometimes I can just feel her wiggling around and sometimes I feel a limb pushing across my stomach. Bryce and I enjoy tapping at what we think are her feet and getting kicked back. It never gets old!
Sleep: I'm still doing okay, but I'm progressively getting up more times through the night to use the bathroom. Fortunately, my flexible work schedule allows lots of daytime naps.
Symptoms: Swelling has finally made its debut! I shouldn't be surprised, since it's been so hot. The tops of my feet almost always look puffy now, and my fingers are definitely more swollen than usual.
Best moment of the week: Collecting some of the last few items we need (travel system, mattress, diaper pail, etc.). I am feeling much better now that we have a carseat to take her home in.
Food cravings: I wouldn't necessarily call it a craving, but I sure am enjoying pop-ices.
Labor Signs: Only more frequent and stronger Braxton-Hicks contractions.
What I miss: My ankle bones...oh, and I've had to give up my wedding rings. I thought I might have to get them cut off the other night.
What I'm looking forward to: Adding the finishing decorative touches to the nursery. We have most of the furniture (minus the glider) and I am excited to get some things on the walls!
Next appointment: June 29 (the final 2-week appt, then we go once a week)

We're so close to the one-month countdown!

Baby shower

Last weekend I had a wonderful baby shower hosted by the women in Bryce's family. My mom and sister helped with the food and everything was wonderful! The theme was Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit (chosen because of our Peter Skeeters nickname) and was a tea party. The party was fun, planned so well down to the last detail, and we received lots of adorable baby things! Thanks to everyone who was involved!

The beautiful spread with so much delicious food

Cups for the tea party

Jill and her adorable and delicious petit fours!

Cyndie making some chocolate desserts with fresh berries

Mom made some tiny tarts

Just a few of the frilly girl clothes I received...can't wait to play dress-up!

Soon-to-be parents with our parents

The belly at 33 weeks

8 months!

How far along: 32 weeks 4 days
Size of baby: About 3.7 lbs, 16.7 inches long
Maternity clothes: I still wear mostly maternity clothes when going out. I'm collecting more, but can still wear some of my pre-pregnancy clothes, depending on how roomy the style is!
Movement: Most movement now is on my left side near my ribs. Baby is still head-down and her back is along my right side, legs to the left. I've felt a few bouts of hiccups--so cute!
Sleep: Now that I'm on a drug regimen for heartburn, I'm sleeping pretty well!
Symptoms: I'm trying to get lots of things done with my days off, but feel that I wear out more quickly. Joints are achy after standing/walking a lot. I'm starting to notice a little swelling also (thanks to the 90-degree weather here!)
Nursery Progress: We ordered a dresser that is low enough to double as a changing station. We've also been receiving some gifts in the mail for the baby. It makes me so happy every time I get to add something to the nursery!
Labor Signs: More frequent/stronger Braxton Hicks contractions.
What I miss: Walking into my closet and fitting into anything I choose.
What I'm looking forward to: Baby shower this Sunday!
Next appointment: June 15