I’m on the last day of my 34th week of pregnancy. And I’m happy to see the days ticking away!
This week can be characterized in one word: EXHAUSTION
I have had little to no motivation to do anything, but of course my calendar was pretty full most days. So the days I had little to nothing to do, that’s exactly what I did: little to nothing! Which makes me feel lazy, but I keep reminding myself that my body needs this rest right now.
Symptoms:
Exhaustion and Fatigue. I find myself napping a little less than I used to, but I still just want to lie on the couch all day long!
A bit of nausea. I think this is related to my stomach getting even more squished though. I find if I eat too much (which is more than a sandwich), I get nauseated. And if I’m not hungry but craving something – if I give in and eat, I regret it!
Thirst – I’ve been pretty thirsty lately – but it has been warmer in NC this past week, so I’m guessing that is playing a big part in my thirst.
Hot Flashes – I’ve always, always been the cold one! But now I’m sweating like a pig if the temperature outside is above 50. Everyone in Charlotte seemed to love the high 60s we’ve had this past week. But not me!!
Cravings:
Ever since my glucose test, I’ve been craving sweets: blueberry muffins, cake (though I haven’t given in to that one yet), chocolate chip cookies and brownies. As the weather was warmer – I really wanted a brownie sundae, but I didn’t give in. It’s February and I feel it’s wrong to buy ice cream in February.
Other strong cravings: Orange Juice and Doritos (not together though!)
Aversions: I still don’t really like just a plain piece of chicken placed in front of me, but I begrudgingly eat it. It has paid off though as my iron levels have been excellent!
Sleep: Not bad. I wake up a few times a night to go to the bathroom and a few more times to switch sides I’m sleeping on, but not too many nights where I can’t fall asleep. I read for at least 30 minutes before turning in which really helps.
Feeling: Over pregnancy! I feel a little guilty saying it but I’m so ready to have my body back! I want to be able to sleep in any position I want to, eat or drink whatever I want to, take some ibuprofen when I have a headache. These are such tiny little things in the grand scheme of things, I know, and the payoff is definitely worth what I’m giving up, but it’s still what I’m feeling.
