30 weeks

Only 10 more weeks...UGH! This week officially marked the uncomfortable phase of pregnancy. You can just refer to me as The Penguin from Batman because I'm a waddling, hot mess!

This California heat isn't helping either. WARNING, TMI coming your way. I've started to get what I'd assume is the adult equivalent of diaper rash in a couple unmentionable areas. I've been waiting for my baby shower to get some baby powder or butt paste to help me get through these summer months; it gives me an opportunity to test out the different brands to see which ones I like best ;) . It's pretty miserable.

My little man is quickly running out of womb room, which is why I'm assuming he DIDN'T cooperate AT ALL at our 3D ultrasound appointment on Friday. AJ and I were so excited to get a glimpse of what our son might look like, but all we left with was an idea of what his nose looks like-it's SO cute! I think he might have been camera shy. He must know when people are watching him because he freezes up all the time when AJ is trying to watch or feel him move. We brought all of our parents and my sister with us to the appointment so the room was very full. The ultrasound tech was trying her best to get Emerson to show his little face. She had me drinking cold water, rolling on both sides, laying on my stomach, and even had me on all fours. My sister took advantage of me being in a very awkward position and snapped this picture.  


Beached Whale Sighting

We are going back this Friday for our second and last attempt. I really hope he works with us this time, but maybe he just wants us to be surprised at the big reveal! Here's a blurry pic our little man's cute nose.

Saturday I went with my mom and sister to a friend's baby shower and it made me SOOOOOO excited for my shower this weekend! I can't wait to bring all of our gifts home and start organizing! My OCD side is so excited to organize the entire nursery! Here's a pic of the sister and me at the shower. 

Sunday I was lucky enough to spend the entire day split between my mom and my mom-in-law. I hope that all the beautiful mamas out there enjoyed their day and were hopefully spoiled! Even though Emerson isn't here yet, my hubby and family spoiled me as a Mommy-to-be. AJ bought me a massage, which is very much needed these days. I loved seeing the pics of all the Mommy's homemade gifts from their little ones; I can't wait until Emerson brings home something that he's made me! I know we're going to need a bigger house because I'm going to keep EVERYTHING related to that little boy!

I have the most amazing mother in the world! I only hope I'm half the mom that she is! 

Emerson has become quite the mover and a shaker lately. I've been trying to capture video of him making my stomach jump around, but like I said, he's camera shy. Hopefully I'll get a good video pretty soon because it's the coolest thing I've ever seen! For now, here's my bump, my bump, my lovely baby bump. 

Only 10 more weeks!

How Far Along: 30 Weeks

Weight gain: 38 lbs
Maternity clothes? Of course
Stretch marks? Still just one little dot
Sleep: If I'm lucky! I'm only getting around 5 hours.
Best Moment of the Week: Catching a glimpse of our little peanut and celebrating my first Mama's Day with the amazing mamas in my life. 
Miss Anything? Walking without waddling
Movement?: All day! 

Food cravings: Fruit and Jamba Juice

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope
Gender: Baby Boy
Labor Signs: None yet

Symptoms: Peeing all the time, heartburn, scatter-brained, no balance, worsening pain in my groin, and all-around discomfort
Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? Off-really missing my ring
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!
Looking Forward To: Our second attempt at the 3D ultrasound and our first BABY SHOWER!