Maternity Pictures

I went back and forth nearly my whole pregnancy as to whether or not we should get maternity pictures taken.  I knew if I didn't get them done I might regret it, but then again if I did get them done, I probably would look at myself and cringe and not want to share them anywhere...  Well, we ended up getting them done by our good friend, Kelly Gilgenbach who also did our Gender Reveal pictures.  He did an awesome job, but one of the models was a bit difficult to photograph at 36 weeks pregnant.  I definitely should have jumped on this sooner and maybe would have looked a little bit more like myself.  Definitely ready for this swelling to go away!  Here are my favorites!

My boots from when I was little.

All in all, I am very thankful for these and will enjoy showing Tatum one day how big her momma got!  We are also very  thankful for Kelly's talent and would recommend him to anyone! 

36 Weeks

Since I posted at 35 weeks, Add I celebrated Valentine's Day by cooking and hanging out with my parents.  After seven or so Valentine's actually spent together we keep it pretty low-key. 

Addison still manages to always throw in a few goodies for me though :)

Yes, that it is a Tatum bump.  He wrote her her own little Valentine's message...sweetest thing ever. 

My mom and I made a little trip to Pet Smart last week to find Millie an outfit for the Fur Ball that my parents were taking her to.  Are you starting to get a little worried for our sanity?  So am I.  

This is one spoiled dog....

Meanwhile, Add and I went out with Abe and Courtney to Fuzzy's and to see "The Lone Survivor".  We always have so much fun with those two and of course, Courtney and I get a kick out of the two boys being back together.  

The boys obviously were excited to take a family picture.

Last but not least...

36 Weeks

How far along: 36 weeks, 4 days

Due date: March 15th

Size: 18.66 in, somewhere between 5 1/2 and 6 lb.'s.  Size of a crenshaw melon. 

Sleep: Just like last week, some nights are good and some nights I get barely any sleep.    

Movement: She wiggles around all the time.  I almost want to say that she is moving more than ever.  It's getting extremely uncomfortable when she moves around but I wouldn't trade those sweet movements for the world.  She made me jump pretty bad at church on Sunday and the guy next to me got quite a kick out of that.  

Cravings/Aversions: I don't really crave anything anymore but I feel hungry all day everyday.  Whether it's carrots or cookies, I will eat anything if it is front of me.  (Besides BBQ)

Maternity Clothes: My SIL is letting me borrow a few tops to carry me through this last month which I am very grateful for.  The pretty shower dress I bought got a little too short for this belly after I had to get it altered so mom and I made a trip to Motherhood Maternity and ended up getting a different dress that is just as cute and is much more comfortable since it is maternity.  Other than that, I have one pair of jeans that fit me, or that I can actually wear the whole day and not be uncomfortable.  As far as tops go, there are only a few that still fit over my belly.  I honestly never thought I would be so ready to get back in my regular clothes.  

Best moment this week: Going to my first weekly appointment! 

Next appointment: Next Monday, the 24th.

-I got "checked" for the first time at my appointment on Monday.  I haven't progressed any and she isn't measuring early anymore but I was so thankful to hear a healthy heartbeat and to share that with Addison.  Dr. Mascorro said this is all right on track and normal at 36 weeks.  

-We have our first and only shower this Saturday which I could not be more excited for!!  Things are starting to get real!