Over the last couple of weeks my bump has really started to grow and the baby's kicks and movements have become much stronger. I now know that I am expecting a little girl and have been doing lots of shopping for baby bits this week. I am trying to be organized and writing lists of everything I will need for the baby. It's much easier to imagine her being here when I see all the the things I've bought so far.
My body continues to change and I've started feeling tired again. The best thing to keep my energy levels up is to eat small snacks and get lots of rest. I'm now avoiding being on my feet for too long and my husband has been doing the weekly shop so that I don't have to push the trolley.
My boobs have now gone up 3 cup sizes, so I've invested in a couple more comfy bras and got a lovely maternity night dress as a gift from my husband. So far I've managed to keep the stretch marks at bay using body oil every day. I've also been taking long baths to keep me relaxed and ease my aching muscles.
This week I've been craving beetroot and milk, previously I've been craving apples but I can't eat them now because of the heartburn.
I'm really looking forward to the coming weeks as my due date draws nearer, and I have been reading up on my options for the labor. I am planning to have as much of a natural labor as possible, but will take pain relief if I need to. My next task is to pack my hospital bag with all the bits I'll need to take with me.
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