28 Weeks Bumpdate

This week flew by and as I mentioned in my last post, I had my 28 week check up and glucose test! Surprisingly, it went really well! I got to the office and I started drinking the drink! It was nearly as bad as I thought it would taste! The nurse reviewed my vitals and talked to me about the TDAP vaccine that I will get at my next visit! I talked to my doctor for a bit and then waited to have my blood drawn. She told me I needed to be under 130 or I would need to come back for the 3 hour test! :/  She also measured my belly and said I was measuring a little bit behind according to my belly and I will probably have a smaller baby (6-6.5lbs). I didn't take this too much to heart because I know things will change, but it is good to have an idea of what to expect! Shortly after, I was called back by the lab tech for the blood draw. I looked the other way and just tried to breathe. Before I knew it, it was over and I didn't really feel it! I was so glad! I found out Thursday that I did pass (with a 128) and my blood work looked good as well! 

Kyle had duty over the weekend, which basically means he brings a cell phone home and then goes into the office to make sure nothing crazy happened overnight. I decided to go with him since we had errands to run over on that side of town anyway! It was a fun morning going to work with him and seeing all that he does! We drove around the base in the command's electric van to get updates from each ship that they manage and Kyle also showed me some of the base I have never seen before! It was fun! 

Kyle's office

After duty, we ventured to a few of Kyle's favorite places... Babies-R-Us and Home Depot! We picked up a few things for Charlotte and then headed to Home Depot to get an air conditioner! As I have mentioned before, most houses here do not have AC for the sheer fact that it is extremely expensive and for the most part the tradewinds keep you cool. Well, when the tradewinds aren't blowing, this momma is pretty miserable. Since it is only May and we know it will get hotter and I will be home with Charlotte, we knew it would be smart to invest in a unit! Kyle spent Saturday afternoon installing it while I laid miserable and sweating watching him! Such a good hubby! Once he turned it on, it was pure bliss! I can't describe the feeling. It's been so long since I felt cold air (besides in the car) and it was so heavenly! Once Charlotte arrives we will probably get a window unit for her room as well. As I type this, I am downstairs with no AC and very comfortable, actually cool. The weather is just always changing, so it is nice to know that Charlotte, Macey Jane and I can escape to our bedroom if it is too warm. 

It's not the prettiest, but I love it! 

28 Weeks- I can't tell a huge difference from last week!

How far along? 28 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: gained 1 lb. this week for a total of 3 lbs. gained thus far! I had to double check the scale because I didn't eat the best this week (ice cream and Kyle's milkshakes that he makes for me!), but did manage to exercise everyday!
Maternity clothes: Really still a mix! Most days I am in workout clothes or dresses! I did get a few new things at Old Navy, Motherhood and another outfit from a boutique called Mahina here in Hawaii! Trying to keep in mind nursing when I buy things! :)
Stretch marks? Nope!
Sleep? Pretty good. I woke up at 6am to go to work with Kyle, but it's not that hard to get up when the sun is already out and shining! 

Miss Anything? Oh you know... NORMAL food! It is so funny I am complaining, but I am now a lover of Thai (which I wasn't before) and I am hoping as time goes by I will learn to embrace the food more!

Movement: Wow, I never thought I would see my belly move as much as it has! I think when I see the biggest movements she must be flipping from head down to head up. I also can feel where she is based on my stomach bulging or really hard spots!
Food cravings? Kyle's yummy milkshakes (Banana, Peanut Butter, Chocolate and Ice Cream), Peanut Butter, Greek Yogurt
Anything making you sick or queasy? Nope
Gender: Girl! :) Miss Charlotte! :) 

Symptoms:   No real symptoms per se, but having her move around makes it real!
Labor signs? Not yet!
Belly button in or out? Still holding on!
Wedding rings on or off? On, they were super loose in the beginning but are getting a little bit more tight!
Happy or moody most of the time?  Happy
Worst moment this week:  Kyle being gone all week! :(
Best moment this week: Passing my glucose test ( I was nervous) and getting the AC unit!
Looking forward to:  Prenatal massage, Kyle's parents visiting, a 4D ultrasound of Charlotte and starting our Lamaze classes
Baby info:  She's a head of cauliflower and can now hiccup! I haven't seen or feel this yet, but I am looking forward to it! :)