35 weeks: then + now

Throughout this pregnancy I've done a couple of comparison photos between when I was expecting Kai in 2009 and now. Neither of these photos is very flattering, and the proportions are a bit off, but there's no denying that my belly is surely bigger this time around. Last time I was measuring small almost the entire pregnancy, this time I'm right on track.

How far along? 35 weeks (previous pregnancy post here)

Total weight gain/loss: 30lbs.

Stretch marks? unfortunately.

Maternity Clothes: if I could wear my swim suit or pj's wherever I went, I'd be happier.

Sleep: Ben + I switched sides of the bed to accommodate the new co-sleeper and get used to it before baby arrives. It has been weird. 

Best moment this week: Malakai has taken to rubbing my belly at random. 

Movement: lots of rolling around in there. He also gets the hiccups at least once a day. 

Gender: little bro!

Labor Signs: I had some super intense pains in my side on Thursday. I got a glimpse of labor and realized that even though I've done it before, I'm not nearly as ready as I thought I was. yikes!
Food Cravings: today I saw an ad on the side of a bus for big macs...and wanted one. It kind of grossed me out.
Belly Button in or out? flat again. 
What I miss: having a name. Lately I get every nickname ever invented for pregnant women, and then some.

What I am looking forward to: meeting our son. It's becoming so real, which is a little overwhelming but definitely exciting.

Weekly Wisdom: don't stress, take each day one moment at a time and enjoy the rest of pregnancy. I know from previous experience that I'll miss it when it's over.

Baby Brain Moment of the Week: Nothing out of the ordinary.

Milestones: I set up the co-sleeper in our room and organized all of the teensie newborn clothes.