Baby Hayford: 36 Weeks

Baby Hayford Update: 36 Weeks

How far along?  36 weeks!! I cannot believe we are almost at the end :)

Total weight gain/loss?  At my doctors appointment last week I have gained about 20 pounds :) all healthy weight I'm sure.

Maternity clothes? Are definitely more comfortable now that I'm bigger and beginning to drop but I still rotate in a t shirt and sweats every now and then. 

Stretch marks? I do have one stretch mark across where my belly button ring was (I wish I could talk to my 16 year old self now and say don't do it) but still putting on lotion religiously and I have no added vitamin e oil for good measure. 

Sleep?  Still sleeping throughout the night (Whoo hoo!!) but now having more vivid dreams which have been both good and bad but I suppose that's always better than not sleeping. 

Best moment last week? One of the best moments last week was Brandon and I seeing him in his growths and measurement ultrasound-- he's roughly 5 pounds 9 ounces now and then we also found a end table for the nursery that we had been looking for and we're having a hard time finding. 

Movement?  He is still very active and definitely running out of room and moving lower which makes mom a little more uncomfortable for sure. 

Food cravings?  I haven't had much in the cravings department which I'm sure makes things easier for Brandon and Bri for lunches and dinner because then there is no one being picky :) 

Labor signs? I have had a few Braxton hicks again today but other than that no, but we toured the hospital and no what to look for and what to do if the time comes now. 

Belly button in/out? Still in! 

What I miss most? I still miss my old clothes as selfish as that sounds :/

What I am looking forward to: Finally being able to hold him and see him little face. Also, his awesome Aunt Bri is going to come over tomorrow and help me with my last decor project for the nursery and I also have 2 baby showers in the next two weeks!! I also get my super cute burp cloths this week!!

Milestones: I start my weekly appointments next week!! And finishing the nursery for his arrival of course :) 

Until next time,

Jenn and Samuel

XOXO

Baby Hayford: 34 Weeks

Baby Hayford Update: 34 Weeks

How far along?  34 weeks tomorrow!! Only 6 more to go!

Total weight gain/loss?  Well again I am really bad about weighing myself at home but I go to the doctor next week so I will find out then :)

Maternity clothes? Are beginning to be a must when we go out places but when I'm at home I pretty much wear sweatpants and Brandon's t-shirts and be very comfortable. 

Stretch marks? Dare I say still no (eek!) but I do put on lotion quite often and pray that I won't get them but we will have to wait and see how it all goes once I get even bigger and eventually deliver.

Sleep?  Sleeping has gotten a bit tricky these days. I wake pretty much every time I roll over but I still feel pretty rested when I wake up in the morning so I am counting that as a huge blessing in itself.

Best moment last week? The last two weeks have been crazy busy with Christmas and New Years holidays so there was a lot of running around but I would have to say the best moment of the week was getting his hospital bag packed and ready to go just in case he decides to make his entrance into the world sooner than expected. Next up is packing my bag! 

Movement?  He is still a very very active little boy all through out the day but get calm in the evenings or when Brandon puts his hands on my belly or starts talking to him-- I think we know who has a soothing power more than mom!

Food cravings?  Food cravings have been about the same- fruit and veggies are still pretty delicious to me but my new craving would have to be Dr. Pepper! I am trying to be good an resist but sometimes I cave and indulge in one.

Labor signs? I have had my first bout with Braxton hicks contractions- not so much fun but I know that we are inching our way to being closer and closer to the big show so it is nice to kind of get a little taste of what is to come and prepare myself. 

Belly button in/out? Still in! 

What I miss most? I sort of miss my old clothes :( and being able to stay awake longer than 9 p.m.

What I am looking forward to:  Getting closer and closer to seeing what he is going to look and being able to hold him!!

Milestones: Just getting to go to the next doctor appointment and see the progress he has made. 

Baby Hayford: Maternity Pictures

So on December 1st Brandon and I had the pleasure of working with Taryn Melgoza Photography to capture some beautiful maternity pictures before Samuel's arrival in February, and here are a few of my favorites.

We really had such a good time taking these pictures and we both really can't wait for this little one to make his appearance in early 2014!

Until my next post!

XOXO,

Jenn

Baby Hayford Update: 31 weeks

How far along?  31 weeks 6 days

Total weight gain/loss?  I didn't really pay too much attention to that part (I didn't really want to know to be honest) but I know its in the neighborhood of 15 pounds.

Maternity clothes? Are getting more and more comfortable as time passes. I have invested in some and Bri has given me some great items also so I feel very cute and fashionable.

Stretch marks? Still not yet but I bet they will be making their appearance pretty quick here but lotion lotion lotion is how I am thinking about things.

Sleep?  I am still sleeping pretty good but waking up almost exactly at 3:30 in the morning to pee everyday

Best moment last week? I had my 30 week visit with the doctor and everything looks great and we are measuring right on time and I also got to hear his little heartbeat :)

Movement?  He is active all the time and now we are definitely where we can see him move so that is always pretty fun to watch my belly dance or just have my hands on my stomach to feel him move.

Food cravings?  I still haven't had many cravings other than fruits and baked potatoes but not together thankfully!

Labor signs? Still no on this one! YAY!

Belly button in/out? Still in :) 

What I miss most? I sort of miss my old clothes :(

What I am looking forward to:  Getting closer and closer to seeing what he is going to look and being able to hold him!!

Milestones:  We are getting our maternity pictures on Sunday but we did get a sneak peek this week!!

 

Until the Next post!

Jennifer and Samuel

Baby Hayford Update: 25 Weeks

How far along?  25 weeks today

Total weight gain/loss?  At my last appointment on Wednesday of last week I have gained 11 pounds which the doctor said is still looking wonderful for being 6 months pregnant :)

Maternity clothes? I again haven't full committed to wear maternity clothes 100% percent of the time and it is pretty awesome that some of my regular clothes still fit- except for jeans that ship has sailed :/

Stretch marks? Still nothing yet but I am putting on lotion religiously so I am still hoping that I won't get any but I am pretty sure I'll never be that lucky.

Sleep?  I am still sleeping pretty phenomenally all things considered so yay for that

Best moment last week? The very best moment last week was my very first baby shower!!! My wonderful friends; Bri, Kristin, Gloria and Jayme threw me a wonderful baby shower. Here are a few pictures from the awesome afternoon they planned for me.

Midnight Diapers :)

Adorable Onesies

DELICIOUS food! One of my favorite spots of the day

Drink Station

Yummmmy cake balls

Adorable diaper cake made by Mrs. Gloria Sanders

Candy Bar

All of the amazing gifts from my WONDERFUL friends :)

The AMAZING nursery letters made by Samuel's Aunt Titi

And last but not least all of the amazing women who put the shower on for me

Movement?  This little munchkin is active ALL THE TIME! Which is a very cool and I must admit reassuring feeling to be able to feel him move and now he is moving more and more to where our family and friends can feel him more and I'm glad I can share that with them before he gets here. 

Food cravings?  I haven't had many food cravings these days other than BBQ baked potatoes from Central Texas with sweet tea-- that might in fact by my weakness these days.

Labor signs? Still no on this one! YAY!

Belly button in/out? Still in :) 

What I miss:  Being able to hang out with my friends and make it past 9 pm lol- but someone has to grow this baby!

What I am looking forward to:  Having the crib put together and getting a few more decor items to finish off the nursery. Also, having my glider come in and get that in the nursery to have it further finished :)

Milestones:  We went to pick up our furniture last night at Buy Buy Baby which made me feel so awesome being that much closer to having this little man here.

Until the next time! 

XOXO

Jennifer

Baby Hayford: 22 Week Update

How far along?  22 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss? At my last visit to the doctor she said I had only gained 8 pounds (WHOO HOO!!) and that my weight looked beautiful for how far along I am so YAY! Let's hope I keep it low and then lose it quickly once little man is here.

Maternity clothes? I still haven't fully committed to 100% maternity wear. I do wear a few shirts on the occasion and my awesome friend Bri lent me some of her maternity clothes and very cute jeans I might add so I wouldn't have to go and spend a fortune. Thankfully we wear the same size so I can return the favor for her next pregnancy :)

Stretch marks? Still nothing yet but I am putting on lotion religiously so I am still hoping that I won't get any but I am pretty sure I'll never be that lucky.

Sleep? I sleep pretty good still, getting up for the occasional bathroom break in the middle of the night but getting up at 4:45 for work each morning is still taking it toll on me- once I'm home at 3:30 from work there is still a daily nap that takes place. 

Best moment last week? Well last week was very cool because I went to my moms house on Tuesday after meeting a friend for dinner and my mom got to feel Samuel really kick! I feel it all the time but now Brandon and my mom have :)

Movement? I can definitely feel him now!! He is pretty active in the mornings and in the evenings or if I fall off the wagon and have a drink with a lot of sugar in it-- last week I had a lemonade and I thought he was going to bust out!! I've learned to water it down so it's not so concentrated. 

Food cravings? FRUIT!! All the time! Oh and grilled cheese! I love getting weird looks when I order it off the kids menu and I am rocking the baby bump but oh well!!

Labor signs? Still no on this one! YAY!

Belly button in/out? Still in :) 

What I miss: Sometimes and this is just sometimes- being able to come home after a stressful day at work and having a beer or a glass of wine but I know its all for the greater good right now.

What I am looking forward to: Finally finishing cleaning out the nursery- I never realized that a spare bedroom could hold so much crap!

Milestones: Today Brandon, my mom and I went to buy buy baby and ordered our furniture for the nursery! We ordered the crib, the conversion rails, the dresser and our glider for the room! 6 weeks unit delivery and I cannot wait!

Other than the usual baby changes some of my lovely friends got together this week to plan out my first baby shower in November. I am so blessed to have such wonderful people in my life to think so much of me to help plan a shower for baby Samuel. 

Until the next time! 

XOXO

Jenn & Sam (hehe)

Baby Hayford: Week 20

How far along?  20 weeks 2 Days

 

Total weight gain/loss? I haven’t weighed myself lately but I go to the doctor next week so I will have a better idea of weight gain or loss then

 

Maternity clothes? I wear a few shirts here and there still, I have also rotated in some dresses now and leggings but I am still able to wear some of my pre-pregnancy clothes which is awesome :)

 

Stretch marks? Nothing yet, keeping my fingers crossed! 

 

Sleep? I am still pretty tired but not really able to sleep past 7:30 or 8 when I do get to sleep in.

 

Best moment last week? This doesn’t really have to do with baby Samuel but Brandon and I got to go to Granger, Texas and visit my good friend Jennie who revealed she is having a boy! So Samuel will have a best friend Grady come their births in January and February respectively.

 

Movement? I think I feel things every so often but it really makes me feel sick more than anything.

 

Food cravings? Still craving fruits and vegetables like crazy- we have also learned I can no longer eat beef- Samuel isn’t a fan what so ever.

 

Labor signs? No, thank goodness! 

 

Belly button in/out? Still in :) 

 

What I miss: Being able to hang out with friends and stay out late without being beyond exhausted.

 

What I am looking forward to: My first baby shower is set for November!! I can’t wait!

 

Milestones: Starting to get the nursery packed up, getting the registry squared away and also making it to the halfway point!! :)

Pardon the bathroom work photo :)