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31 weeks

This week, your baby measures over 16 inches long. She weighs about 3.3 pounds (try carrying four navel oranges) and is heading into a growth spurt. She can turn her head from side to side, and her arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath her skin. She'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.

Belly Pic - 30 weeks (3 days)

When John took this picture and was reviewing it on the camera to make sure that it came out good the first thing he said was "You're gonna freak!" Hahahaha!

I couldn't believe how big my belly looked! I mean... there is a little person in there! Crazy!

8 POUNDS!

No, that is not the size of Baby Villalpando right now! Hee hee!

I went for my 30 week appointment on Wednesday and everything was pretty routine.

Pee in cup - check
Blood pressure - check
Weighing in - check

So as I am talking to the nurse I ask her how much I have gained or haven't gained. Because you know that everytime I have gone to the doctor I haven't gained any weight. Well the nurse said "You've gained 8 pounds since your last appointment and 7 pounds the entire pregnancy."

Wait! 8 POUNDS! My last appointment was 2 weeks ago! I've gained 8 pounds in two weeks?! Now don't get me wrong... I was happy that I gained something! But I was a little worried that I had gained so much in such a short period of time.

So when Dr. T came in we talked about the weight gain and she said that since I haven't gained anything this whole pregnancy she was very happy with the weight gain! Whew! Made me feel better! She said everything looks great! Baby is growing great! Heartbeat was in the low 150s!

Ok... see you in two weeks Dr. T!

Blog Nightmare!

Update: Ok. I fixed it! Whew!

I know the blog is totally jacked up right now. Working on it!

30 weeks

Your baby's about 15.7 inches long now, and she weighs almost 3 pounds (like a head of cabbage). A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and takes up more room in your uterus. Her eyesight continues to develop, though it's not very keen; even after she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have 20/400 vision — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. (Normal adult vision is 20/20.)

I will just go ahead and add details about our trip to Labor & Delivery yesterday. Well lately Jocelyn has been very active. I feel her throughout the day and she is feisty! She likes my right ribs alot. Well on Friday and Saturday I noticed that she was really quiet. Not moving as much as she normally does. So I called the doctor on Sunday morning and he told me to come in so I can get an ultrasound.

We get to the BRAND NEW labor & delivery floor at the hospital (fantastic by the way!) and we check in. They put us in a room and hook me up to the fetal monitors. We get to hear her heartbeat for the next few hours (true.love.) and track her movements. The nurse said that I had a few contractions but nothing to be alarmed about. I didn't even feel them.

So at around 4:30 (4 hours after we get there) we go down for the ultrasound. Everything looks great! According to the ultrasound and her measurements she is weighing in at 4 lbs 2 oz. Big girl! John asked the ultrasound technician if her due date was still accurate and she said that according to her measurements and the dates of my last period that her due date would be February 2! Now... this was our original due date but it was changed to February 14 after seeing the baby at the first ultrasound. So I will be asking my OB at my next appointment on Wednesday about this. I think we will just be ready around Feb 2 just to be on the safe side.

So after 7 hours in the hospital it turns out that Baby Girl was just sleepy and everything looks great! I was glad that we went in because I needed to make sure she was ok. I NEEDED it.  And we got pre-registered already so when we arrive in February we just have to say "we're here!" (sort of).

So that's it! :)

Stuff learned/noticed since becoming pregnant...

I really have to take it day by day.

I have to expect the unexpected.

I have to be completely selfless.

Food cravings takes on a whole new meaning.

I have to make more time for the smallest tasks... like shaving my legs.

I have to get used to people asking me how I am feeling every day.

I have to accept that strangers will touch my belly.

The toilet was my best friend for a few weeks (or months).

Tums are lifesavers.

The sweetest sound I have heard so far is the beat of my daughter's heart.

My personal space is totally violated with the little person in my belly. (But I like it!)

I have to sleep with a minimum of six pillows.

I will never take forgranted sleeping on my stomach again.

Maternity clothes are awesome.

I didn't think I was a very impatient person but I cannot wait to meet my daughter!

It's ok to ask for help.

I can't imagine being pregnant during the summer.

The sweetest sight is John's hand on my belly.

When I am hungry... I. Am. HUNGRY!

My whole life is about to change... and I can't wait!

Belly Pic - 29 weeks

I feel huge! And I still have 11 weeks to go! But at least I know that Jocelyn is growing!

And just for fun... here is the first belly pic I ever posted on the blog:

My how we have grown!

29 weeks

Your baby now weighs about 2 1/2 pounds (like a butternut squash) and is a tad over 15 inches long from head to heel. Her muscles and lungs are continuing to mature, and her head is growing bigger to make room for her developing brain. To meet her increasing nutritional demands, you'll need plenty of protein, vitamins C, folic acid, and iron. And because her bones are soaking up lots of calcium, be sure to drink your milk (or find another good source of calcium, such as cheese, yogurt, or enriched orange juice). This trimester, about 250 milligrams of calcium are deposited in your baby's hardening skeleton each day.

Happy Birthday Dingy Doo!

Oh how can I put into words how much I love this little boy:

I guess I shouldn't call him "little". He is 11 years old! This child has brought more joy into my life than I ever thought possible. I love him with all my heart!

Dingy Doo,

I can't believe you are already 11 years old! It seems like yesterday that you were only 3 and you were stripping off your clothes like a little Tarzan and running around the house naked! :) I am so proud of you and I hope this birthday is a great one!

Thank you for being such a great little brother! I couldn't ask for a better one! You make me so happy! I love you so much!

Happy Birthday Dingy!

Love,
Your Dingy Doo