28 Weeks

How far along: 28 Weeks!

Total Weight Gain: Less than last pregnancy although everyone is telling me I am bigger this time!

How big is the baby: Over 2 pounds and 15 inches long

Movement: All the time! I thought Owen kicked a lot but I think this baby has him beat. I have let out yelps on several occasions from massive internal kicks.

Sleep: I am having a very difficult time sleeping. I want to sleep on my back. I have wedges and pillows piled up to prevent me from rolling. I still somehow manage to get on my back and then I wake up. It is a vicious cycle.

Best Moment: Every time Owen lays his head on my belly and gives Baby Apple a kiss. He is going to be such a wonderful big brother although I don't think he really knows what is about to happen.

Food Cravings: None. Food is not much fun this pregnancy.

Food Aversions: My list is growing since everything I eat seems to bother my stomach.

Belly Button: In but it has a strange ridge on the top that sticks out. I don't like it.

Stretch Marks: None so far. I did not get any last time so hopefully I will be lucky again.

Maternity Clothes: It is super hot so I wear a dress almost every day to work. I am much more casual this time around as you can see from the picture of my work clothes today.

What I miss: With this pregnancy, I have shooting round ligament pain every time I get out of bed or in and out of the car. I miss being able to move freeling without pain! I guess that is slowly going away the older I get.

Looking forward to: I can tell you I am not looking forward to Erik going back to school next week. It has been so nice having him around in the mornings to help with Owen. I am looking forward to cooler fall weather, the smell of cinnamon, pumpkin and apple baked goods and the arrival of the little one.

Concerns: Deciding on a name. We have a girl name that we both like from last time. Boy names are so much harder and we just can't agree.