31 Weeks Pregnant!!!

This week, your baby measures over 16 inches long. He weighs about 3.3 pounds and is heading into a growth spurt. He can turn his head from side to side, and his arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath his skin. He's probably moving a lot, too, so you may have trouble sleeping because your baby's kicks and somersaults keep you up. Take comfort: All this moving is a sign that your baby is active and healthy.

Baby now weighs the same as 4 navel oranges!!!















Total weight gain: 1 more lb this week. From what I understand most of my weight gain now is all baby. Most likely in the last month, it will be water retenion but for now baby is gaining most of his weight in the next few weeks. Total weight gain is 23 lbs.
Sleep: The theme this week is Bad Cold! I've been so, so, sick. It started last week actually and it has been over a week now that I have been fighting this cold. Sleep has been about 3-4 hours a night and anywhere from 1-3 hours in the afternoon. I did go to the doctor and they gave me some antibiotics so hopefully I will start getting better soon.
Best moment last week: Today, I went downtown to Dan's office because his coworkers gave us a little baby shower over lunch. It was so nice of them. They pooled their money and bought us our carseat and stroller! I'm so excited and thankful!
Worst Moment of the week: Last night about 2am, I had a little exhaustion break down. I had been coughing for hours with no sleep. I couldn't breath, I couldn't get comfortable, I had to pee every 20 minutes and I finally just lost it. I was out on the couch and Dan could hear me hacking away and came out to check on me. I got a good cry in and felt better afterward.
Other symptoms: From what I understand, everything is just worse when you are pregnant. It must be why this cold just doesn't want to go away.
What I miss: SLEEP!!!!
What I am looking forward to: We got some paint samples this week and are finalizing the colors that we want for the nursery. Can't wait until it's all painted. Also, my good friend Becky B., sister-in-law Deborah, and sister-in-law Kelsey are having a shower for me this weekend for some of Dan's Dad's family. They are are so kind to do this for me! I can't wait!
31 week Belly Picture: Hello Little Beau!