Today I am at 29 weeks pregnant, so I’m well into my third trimester. I thought this would be a good opportunity to reflect upon the end of the second trimester and everything we’ve accomplished so far.
Starting the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
I took this photo a few days ago so I thought I’d share it as part of this post.
Smurfberry’s accomplishments:
By the end of the second trimester, Smurfberry:
* Weighs about 2 pounds (or more, since we’re measuring bigger)
* Can kick and poke (and oh boy does he!)
* Has thickened layers of skin, some hair, and body fat.
* Has all 5 senses functioning
Go Smurfberry! You keep on growing nice and healthy, but be nice and let’s not get to be like 9 pounds at birth, OK?
Mine and hubby’s accomplishments:
We’ve got a lot of the big stuff that I know we’re going to need – crib, car seat, and stroller, dresser and changing table, etc. Here are some of the awesome things:
The crib was actually a gift/hand me down. My niece and nephew used it, and my MIL painted it so it would look nice and new for her newest grandchild. She also gave us the adorable Lion King bedding :) We’ve been wanting to use greens and browns in our theme, something forest or jungle themed, so that works out nicely.
Since we’ve already had our destination baby showers with both sides of our family, we already are stocked up on a lot of the goodies we will need. My friends are talking about throwing me a local baby shower too, so I’m excited to finish off my “you will need this” list.
I am starting to feel the effects of the third trimester though. I’m out of breath again, feel huge some days, and have a hard time getting up from a seated position. Nevermind dropping stuff – if there’s no one around to get it for me, I don’t need that item! lol! Heartburn is back and sleeping has become difficult. But, I’m still trying to remain optimistic that it won’t get too bad, and am trying to stay calm about all the unknowns of the labor experience. It terrifies me, but I’m trying not to let the fear take over. Now’s the time to start reading inspirational posts even though I’m not usually into the squishy stuff.
Does anyone have any advice for me? I’d love to hear it :)
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Hannah Clementson says
My advice is to just enjoy :) Worrying won’t change anything and no matter how much you plan it all boils down to what happens at the time. Also don’t be scared… because basically you have him in their and he will eventually have to get out lol. What a fab bump you have! x
Julie says
Hehe you’re right, he has to come out sometime so might as well just go with the flow.
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
Even if they aren’t 9 pounds, sometimes they have their own plans. Good luck!
Julie says
Very true, baby will have his own plans and his own timeline and there’s nothing to be done to control that hehe. Thanks for stopping by :)
Sarah says
How exciting! We are about to start trying for baby number two and I am looking forward to all the exciting and fun parts of pregnancy. :)
Julie says
Ooh baby #2, how exciting. I’m interested in following your journey to see how different it is with one kid already. I’ll be there eventually hehe.
Gale says
Your post made me smile. I remember that stage (I have three boys.). Thanks for sharing this post on the Sweet Tea Social. :-)
Julie says
Woo 3 boys! That’s a lot of giant bumps hehe :) My Mom only had me and didn’t have much of a bump, so she’s amazed at how huge I am right now.
Gale says
Yep. They were all big guys too (all around 10 lbs), and I think on each one I stuck out a little further (stretched out tummy and all).
Tiffany says
Smurfberry…so cute! You are so well prepared…I waited until the very last minute to get things for almost all of my Kiddies.
Julie says
I get nervous if I don’t plan ahead. But it sounds like waiting and getting stuff when you need it works out too :)
Carmody says
You are so smart with using 2nd hand baby items. Babies grow out of them so fast.
Julie says
Baby stuff is so expensive that it makes more sense to get used thing in good condition from family and friends wherever possible. I hope to continue this trend :)
Lysha @ Magnolia Mom says
My only advice is even though you may be exhausted as the time draws near, keep walking every day; even if it’s only a few minutes. Nothing strenuous. I know with my 1st pregnancy, my doc told me I’d be 2 weeks late. I wasn’t having any of that! My mom gave me this advice and I went into labor 5 days early. :) Best of luck during this final phase. Enjoy the sleep while you still can!
Julie says
You’re right about walking. I’ve been so tired that I’ve let myself be lazy. But I need to continue to stay active. Thanks for the tip :)
Madaline says
Congrats on 3rd Trimester! I remember I baked the entire time! That was “nesting”
Julie says
Baking is nesting, and bonus you get to eat the yummy stuff :)
Natalie says
I had a miserable third trimester, so I’m probably not the one to ask for advice. (It would probably be something like “Don’t give up on life, and realize the power of ice cream.”) Anyway, I’m glad things are going well–you’re in the home stretch!
Julie says
Ice cream is pretty amazing :) I have some daily lol
Elizabeth says
You are ahead of the game, and ready! You are never fully prepared for the big day, but the miracle of birth is so beautiful that it makes all the waiting and insecurity and fear worthwhile! Good luck with the remainder of your pregnancy. Get a large sleep pillow to put between your legs. It helped me!
Julie says
Thanks :) The body pillow thing is awesome! I don’t know how I’ve ever slept without one. Though it does make me overheat heh.