Week 28

How far along? 28 Weeks 4 days

Total weight gain/loss? 4 weeks of vacation is sure to make a gal gain a little weight.
Maternity clothes? I'd say I'm officially in maternity clothes now.
Stretch marks? I have been told stretch marks have a lot to do with genetics. My mom doesn't remember getting any and had 8 kids. I'm hoping that I will be as lucky.
Sleep? I missed my tempurpedic mattress and it was wonderful getting a few hours in on it last night. I have been a back sleeper this whole pregnancy which is odd for me. I keep thinking it will change but I just put a pillow under my knees and I'm so cozy. I will occasionally sleep on my side with a pillow too but either way I love sleep.
Best moment(s) this week?
*Realizing I am in my 3rd trimester.
*Nathan's 28th birthday was this week and I'm 28 weeks pregnant. Cool!
*Oh and of course I have to add that Kendrick has loved on my belly a few times this week. On Sunday we had a 20 min session with him pushing on my belly and talking with the baby. Yesterday I asked him where mom's baby was and he lifted up my shirt and started poking me. :)
Miss Anything? Running. I can technically still run but I get terrible leg cramps that take 5-10 min to feel better. I ran for a few minutes yesterday during my walking exercise and I didn't realize how much I missed it until I was running.
Movement? I have a belly roller. Flips, rolls, and somersaults are apparently extremely fun to Crowberry.
Food cravings? Just less food. I have been less hungry.
Anything making you queasy or sick? Not specific to this week but I still am not a fan of certain smells.
Have you started to show yet? Yes. This is the week where it seems everyone has made a comment about my belly. I'm no longer asked if I am pregnant I now get comments about being pregnant. I have tried not to be too self conscious which has been a little rough with the overload of comments in just a few days. I even had a guy tease me about eating chocolate. I think it is safe to say I'm out of the pudgy stage.
Gender? I'm anxious for a boy or girl.
Labor Signs? I was telling Nate on Tuesday how my Braxton hicks seemed to be calming down. Maybe I had just been to busy to notice them because yesterday I had them non-stop. I seem to get them most when I lie down and relax. I should remember that for when I go into labor. Maybe sleeping will help me progress more than walking.
Belly Button in or out? The top half is what sticks out and it looks like a little triangle. Also if I lean back really far my belly will make a triangle.
Wedding ring on or off? On and usually a little loose.
Happy or Moody most of the time? Happy happy happy.
Looking forward to? So many things. I am planning on doing my research for the few things I know I want to buy before the baby comes. I'm also planning on being done with my baby shopping by the end of this month. Here is my list:

Need:
Carseat
Diapers
Wipes

Want:
Swing
White onsies with the long sleeves and hand covers
1 Generic but super adorable outfit
These blankets but I want to see if I can just buy fabric and make my own

I borrowed a lot of baby gear from family or friends with Kendrick so other than clothes (for a boy) I have to restart. Really though other than cuddles and loves a baby doesn't need much. I love not knowing the gender because I'm not tempted to buy anything that I don't need. 

Week 27

How far along? 27 weeks 2 days

Total weight gain/loss? I'm sure I have chunked up the last few weeks. I haven't weighed myself but my face is filling out.
Maternity clothes? I can still wear some regular pants but I think just about all my shirts are maternity. If they aren't maternity they are super long.
Stretch marks? Occasionally my tummy will itch which makes me think I will get stretch marks but so far none have appeared.
Sleep? Who needs sleep right? Kendrick and I have been a bunch of sickies so while we would love sleep our bodies have been coughing us awake. Boo. Little Crow is also extremely active in the middle of the night. I can still sleep with the baby doing flips in my belly but sometimes I just like to admire the little miracle.
Best moment this week? Laying and watching my tummy roll. I love seeing the baby move and push my skin all over.
Miss Anything? Muchacho! He has been missed everyday by his family.
Movement? The laptop is currently being pushed around by a tiny babe.
Food cravings? No
Anything making you queasy or sick? Well Kendrick passed his sickness onto me but food and smells have not made me sick.
Have you started to show yet? I had my very first stranger put her hand on my belly and ask if I was pregnant with a girl. It was during a exercise class with my sil and the lady was just so sweet and happy for me. I hope I look pregnant and not just plumpy.
Gender? When I think of taking a baby home after delivery I always imagine a girl. If I think about Kendrick playing with a sibling I always think boy. It will be the best surprise either way.
Labor Signs? Just the usual. This week has been a mellow one.
Belly Button in or out? Slightly more out than in but still not poking through my shirt.
Wedding ring on or off? Fits the same.
Happy or Moody most of the time? Happy. I feel like my hormones are more consistent when pregnant.
Looking forward to? My sexy hubby coming to Washington. Super anxious for Friday to come. I don't plan to ever be away for so long ever again. I just like having my best friend in my life every day.

If I remember I'll try to take some belly pictures this week. With this possibly being my last pregnancy (who know what the future will hold) I want to make sure I do a little better about documenting it. 

Week 26

How far along? 26 weeks 1 day

Total weight gain/loss? My goal is to stay similar to what I gained with Kendrick. I'm hoping I don't go far beyond that.
Maternity clothes? Gap had a awesome sale so I was able to get a bunch of shirts for cheap.
Stretch marks? No new ones.
Sleep? Kendrick has been a sleep terror on our vacation so sleep has been rare for me too. I found out that I'm just a little low on iron and that is probably what was making me so sleepy in the first place.
Best moment this week? Well I've been with family all week so there are many many fun moments. I think watching Fireworks with Kendrick and my family while feeling the baby kick was probably the best.
Miss Anything? Feeling slender. I have a little pooch and I am trying to stay positive about it.
Movement? The movement that makes me smile is when baby kicks Kendrick. I will ask Kendrick if he feels it and he just tells me no that he doesn't want to feel it. I don't think Kendrick understands that he is already being kicked.
Food cravings? Not any more than what I would crave without a baby in me.
Anything making you queasy or sick? This week has been pretty good. I've had a lot of acid reflex but I know it is associated with my lack of sleep and not really food.
Have you started to show yet? I had my first "Are you due with #2?" comment this week.
Gender? I had my cousin tell me that I am having a boy and that he is the baby whisperer so there was no way he is wrong. :) I feel like I have a couple baby boy dreams a week so at least that part is staying consistent.
Labor Signs? I have had a few labor dreams. I don't remember ever having them with Kendrick. It really is fascinating. So far in my dreams I keep having the delivery that I want to happen in real life. One super odd thing is that I was watching a labor on 19 kids and counting with my ma and I probably had 20 really strong braxton hicks. It was like my body was mimicking the girls on the show.
Belly Button in or out? Half and half. The top half is starting to poke out.
Wedding ring on or off? Fits the same.
Happy or Moody most of the time? Happy... If I am moody it has been because of lack of sleep or Kendrick being a handful. I don't feel like my hormones have been to blame.
Looking forward to? Enjoying Washington with my family.