Baby #2: Week 25

• I think I’m just going to be tired through this whole pregnancy. Some nights I just feel like I can’t fall into a deep sleep. It’s like I’m dozing all night long, so I never feel rested.
• Andrew brought out the big exercise/birthing ball for me to help with my back pain. Of course, Gerrit thinks it’s a huge toy, but it really feels better on my lower back when I sit on it.
• The eczema on my chest has improved a lot, but still having to deal with it daily.
• Still limiting my contact lens use. I feel like 6 hours is about my max before my eyes start feeling dry and watery.
• I was sure I was getting sick when I had a few mornings in a row of nasal congestion and a sore throat, but it has just lingered for a week or so now. It doesn’t get worse or better, so I don’t know what it is.
• I had 4 days in a row with bad afternoon headaches. Nothing seemed to help: I tried caffeine, Tylenol, drinking water… I think they usually were gone by dinner time though.

Maternity clothes: Yep! The weather has been cool enough that I’m trying to get as much use out of my sweaters as I can before I pack them up.
Stretch marks: no new ones
Belly button in or out: in
Sleep: Depends on the night. Some nights I just can’t get into a deep sleep it seems like, and other nights I’m fine. I feel like I’m having to switch from side to side more now though.
Best moment this week: I was invited to a Galentine’s event this week, and it was really nice to get out of the house by myself and not be running an errand! I’m definitely enjoying having Andrew home more so I can get a little more time to myself.
Miss anything: I miss having a glass of wine here and there. Mostly when I’m the only one not drinking. I definitely am not craving it or anything.
Movement: Yes, pretty often!
Cravings: Still craving those sweets once in awhiel. I got some frozen yogurt to eat (a tiny bit healthier than ice cream?), and I made glazed lemon doughnuts to satisfy my craving for baked goods. I’m also thankful it’s Girl Scout cookie season haha!
Looking forward to: Going through baby clothes! It’s on my mental to-do list for this week to go through what we have for newborn and 0-3 month clothes, decide what will work for spring/summer weather, and sell or donate the rest of it.