31 weeks

How Far Along: 31 Weeks

Size of baby: Mason now weighs 3.3 pounds. He's over 16 inches long from head to heel!

Weight Gain/Loss: 16 pounds

Maternity Clothes: All maternity clothes now. They are so comfy, but I do find that I have to wear the same thing over and over.

Gender: It's a BOY!! Mason Carter Mitchell

Movement: Mason is moving so much these days. I bet he spends about ½ the day moving around. This morning I could feel his back poking out to one side. It was about the size of my hand. So neat to be able to feel how big he is.

Food Cravings: I could still eat french fries with every meal. But, if you know me I’ve always been this way! I love french fries!! So, I’m not sure if we can really call it a “pregnancy craving”. I also could eat spaghetti several times a week!

What I miss: The only thing I can think that I miss right now is sleeping on my back.

Sleep: My hips become very sore after a few hours of sleep. I have to switch the side I’m laying on about once an hour. I’ve also started having bad acid reflux/heartburn at night.

Symptoms: A few Braxton Hicks contractions, acid reflux/heartburn, and muscle soreness in my upper abdomen. I also found out at my appointment this week that I’m anemic and need to iron pills and try to eat more iron rich foods. Another thing was that I was borderline on failing my glucose test, so they suggested that I also watch my sweets. Just some minor adjustments, at least it’s all temporary.  

Best Moment this week: Getting to hear Mason’s heartbeat at the Doctor’s appointment. It was around 150 bpm. We also got my baby shower invitations mailed out. The invitations turned out so nice! I was really impressed.

What I am looking forward to: My Birthday on Sunday, 2/13! Scotty gives me a hard time about my family acting like our Birthday’s are like National Holidays. But, we just like to celebrate!