33 weeks 5 days - 25 April

Here is me today! I had an appointment a few days ago, and again, everything went well! I feel like my tummy has grown, though I haven't actually put on any weight in the past couple of weeks (lost a few hundred grams, in fact). Dr Turner said the baby has switched sides.... his back is now down my right side and his arms and legs all tucked into my left. No wonder I feel so much movement all the time! His head is still right down. I wonder if I will get that pregnant lady waddle in a few weeks time?! We always listen to his heartbeat, and Dr Turner always comments on how strong and healthy it is. Each appointment, he talks and teaches me about something new. Last time, it was circumcision... this week it was perinial massage. In his words, 'Tearing is no good for either of us. More work for me. More pain for you.'

Just over 6 weeks to go now. At the moment, I don't feel too scared or nervous about the birth, rather very excited and determined to read and learn as much as I can about my body and what it will go through. It's quite amazing!! I've been reading this book called New Active Birth which is very helpful and makes me feel powerful and eager to 'give it all a go' and prove to myself I can do it! It's a strange feeling I suppose, and I always thought I'd feel more scared than anything (perhaps that will come soon!) but, for now, I am looking forward to challenging myself and feeling that rush and sense of achievment. Not to mention, the wonderful little present at the end!

Mum hosted a beautiful baby shower for me yesterday. Together, we decided to theme it 'Little red car', with everything being blue and red. We lunched on lots of different home made salads, noodles, pilafs and lasagne, and breads and quiches from Le Bon Choix, followed by themed deserts from Cake Star and Le Bon Choix and a lolly buffet. It was perfect. I feel very lucky, and the baby and I were spoilt by everyone's presence and presents. Thank you xx

Start of my 8th month!

Our little man is finally getting some meat on him and I'm getting a biiiiig belly! This was the first time I wore a tight top which was interesting. It's funny how everyone smiles at you, and asks how much longer to go. (Too long!)

I had an appointment with my obstetrician a few days ago and all went very well. He's happy with how everything is progressing, for bub and I. He had a good feel of my tummy and told me how bub is lying. His head is still right down, with his back down my left side, and his arms and legs curled up on my right side (which is why I can always feel him tucking his feet up under my ribs - very uncomfortable!!). The amount he moves around is phenomenal, and if that is anything to go by, we are certainly going to have an active little boy on our hands.

The time is going quickly and with only just over 8 weeks to go, the excitement and anticipation of meeting our little fella is really starting to hit me! Will he be born with lots of hair or none? Will he be fair or dark? Will he look like one of us right from the beginning? Will he come early or late? Weigh 6 lbs 7 oz, like me, or 10 lbs 4 oz, like Nug? I can't wait to meet him, cuddle him, love him. (By the way, last night I dreamt I had a girl!)

I'm still feeling pretty good, though I do struggle on these hot days. I feel out of breath doing just the simplest of things, and my back aches like I can't explain. I'm dying to sleep on my tummy again! I feel big and a little off balance. I toppled forward the other day and fell down the stairs, grazing my knee! The next 8 weeks are certainly going to be interesting!