|| Pregnancy Update: 35 Weeks ||
|| Pregnancy Update: 35 Weeks ||
I have been trying to get a pregnancy update in on here for some time now but it just didn’t happen. Time is simultaneously flying by while going at a snails pace – you know what I mean? I am growing more and more exhausted and sore with each passing day. I tend to handle pregnancy pretty well but I feel this time around I am definitely much more overwhelmed and exhausted. I am 35 weeks and realistically I could have a baby in as little as two weeks although, I think it’ll be more like four weeks. Trying to wrap things up at work, I am so grateful live in Canada and be able to take a full year off (we have the option for 18 month leave now as well).
Baby
The baby now seems to have settled into the right position and I think he just recently dropped However, my ribs are still feeling quite tender. I am looking forward to seeing how he behaves when he comes out of the womb as I am sure he will love to just curl right up and snuggle as that’s what it feels like he is doing against my rib cage. I had my last ultrasound at 19 weeks and he was measuring bang on for dates and has been since so, I don’t think he will be as “early” or as big as my first son was.
Names…. TBD.
Pregnancy
This pregnancy has come with a number of side-effects that I didn’t experience in my first pregnancy, vulvar variscosities being one of the worst… yeah that’s a thing… Overall though, I can’t complain much as my pregnancies tend to go pretty smoothly. Early on I had some thyroid issues (borderline hyperthyroid) which were corrected with the help of a naturopath. In this previous pregnancy update, I outlined what supplements I was using to help my thyroid. I am continuing to see a chiropractor for as long as possible to ensure I am as aligned as possible for delivery, something I feel very strongly about.
Birth
I am under the care of midwives this pregnancy and it has been a truly wonderful experience! I am nearly all ready for my home water birth but totally leaving my options open for anything to be able to happen. You never know what curve-balls might come your way but I am so grateful to have the option to even plan a home birth. My son’s birth was a great, unmediated birth at the hospital so, I am hoping to translate that experience at home. I have a birth pool rented, my essential oils ready to go, lots of towels and sheets, and a home-birth package from the midwives. Next step will be a midwife home visit – everything is beginning to feel so real!
Products
I have a lot of go-tos in pregnancy but here are a few of my favourites:
Red Raspberry Leaf Tea
Helps to strengthen and tone the uterus
Amazing for so many different things! A great quick cleanse when I am feeling super exhausted at night. Used as a bump-cream.
Beautycounter SOS Acne Spot Treatment
Great for those annoying hormonal breakouts! Zaps those zits fast!
I am obsessed with citrus this pregnancy and in addition to smelling great, this brightening oil helps combat some of the pigment issues I have in pregnancy.
Beautycounter Biodegradable Makeup Remover Wipes
Just an amazing product. Pregnancy makes me tired… these help when I am lazy, work super well, and leave my skin super soft!
My go-to safe makeup routine… makes me look and feel half human especially in this late stage of pregnancy.
Diffusing this 24/7 – it helps to boost my energy and just brightens my day!
Supplements
As stated in my previous pregnancy updates in addition to being conscientious about what I eat during pregnancy, I also take supplements to support my health and the health of the baby. I’ve also recently added Mother’s Best Liver Pills to maximize nutrients ahead of delivery. I am also trying to limit sugar and have upped my probiotic & vitamin c intake ahead of the Strep B test.
Overall, I think we are pretty ready for this baby. I mean, as ready as I’l lever be! Next update will probably be the birth story! AHHHH!