30 Weeks

I will actually be 31 weeks tomorrow so I am still technically 30, but barely!! Mike is going to take another picture this week so I will post that later.

How far along: 30 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: I am trying not to weight myself so much, but it is around 25.5lbs. I waited 2 whole weeks between weighting which was nice and I don't know if I am going to actually weight myslef anymore or just let my OB weight me....I think I will do one last one at home when I actually go into labor and thats it :)

Sleep: is not as great. I am still doing pretty well, but I do have leg cramps and am getting up at least 4 times a night to pee :(

Best moment this week: Mike was "playing" with Gavin. It was so cool to have Mike rub/move my belly and feel the baby kick/hit him back. It was great!!! I am so glad Mike is so excited!

Movement: he is rolling and kicking up a storm in there.

Food cravings: blueberry eggos

Food aversions: chicken and I made steak on Friday and had to give it to the dogs it tasted so bad to me!

Gender: BOY

Labor Signs: None, I don't think....I might be getting BH but I can't be sure. I feel great either way.

Belly Button in or out? Still an innie, for now at least.

What I miss: Sleeping through the night

What I am looking forward to: the baby shower next week and seeing my sister and parents :)

Weekly Wisdom: I am enjoying my pregnancy while I am still not too big!

Milestones: I made it to 30 weeks!

How your baby's growing:
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.)

See what your baby looks like this week.

Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.

How your life's changing:

You may be feeling a little tired these days, especially if you're having trouble sleeping. You might also feel clumsier than normal, which is perfectly understandable. Not only are you heavier, but the concentration of weight in your pregnant belly causes a shift in your center of gravity. Plus, thanks to hormonal changes, your ligaments are more lax, so your joints are looser, which may also contribute to your balance being a bit off. Also, this relaxation of your ligaments can actually cause your feet to spread permanently, so you may have to invest in some new shoes in a bigger size.

Remember those mood swings you had earlier in pregnancy? The combination of uncomfortable symptoms and hormonal changes can result in a return of those emotional ups and downs. It's normal to worry about what your labor will be like or whether you'll be a good parent. But if you can't shake the blues or feel increasingly irritable or agitated, talk to your doctor or midwife. You may be among the 1 in 10 expectant women who battle depression during pregnancy. Also let your caregiver know if you're frequently nervous or anxious.